Rental Car From Seattle to Vancouver
Dec 20, 2013, 6:49 pm
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Rental Car From Seattle to Vancouver
I am thinking about renting a car at the Seattle airport and driving across the border to Vancouver. Are there any restrictions with the car rental companies that prevent you from taking the car across the border? If so, which ones have policies against it?
Dec 20, 2013, 10:40 pm
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I've taken cars from Budget, Avis, Hertz, Dollar, Alamo and National over the border without difficulties (both round trip and one-way rentals.) However I'd check with the specific company regarding any restrictions. One or two (Enterprise comes to mind, but not certain) might not be happy with the idea, and I'd check insurance coverage. Note that picking up the car off-airport (as in downtown Seattle) will avoid big airport taxes and fees.
Dec 20, 2013, 10:41 pm
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Generally, no, there are no restrictions, but it's worth checking with the specific company you intend to book with. Also check with your insurance agent that you'll be covered in both countries.
Dec 23, 2013, 10:16 am
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I rented from the Hertz downtown Seattle HLE and drove to a downtown Vancouver HLE back in October. Reserved via Hertz.com, indicated what I was doing and had absolutely no issues.
At least with Hertz, I was charged one-way mileage. The total was about US$120 for the trip, plus gas (hint: fill up in Washington prior to crossing into Canada, as gas on the other side is far more expensive).
At least with Hertz, I was charged one-way mileage. The total was about US$120 for the trip, plus gas (hint: fill up in Washington prior to crossing into Canada, as gas on the other side is far more expensive).
Dec 23, 2013, 10:48 am
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Generally speaking, not a problem. But, read the t&c of the specific rate booked. Specifically what the term "unlimited" means. You may find that rate conditions affect your choice of company.
Dec 23, 2013, 2:37 pm
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As others have said in general there shouldnt be a problem but you still need to check with the rental car company. Each has there own rules/regs.
What I mean by this is you need to call the rental office in Seattle directly at their 206 number...not the 800 number. for example at LAS, Budget restricts driving only to NV, CA, AZ, and UT.
Not all rental agencies are at all airports so look ahead.
Also some price quotes dont include the one way fees.
What I mean by this is you need to call the rental office in Seattle directly at their 206 number...not the 800 number. for example at LAS, Budget restricts driving only to NV, CA, AZ, and UT.
Not all rental agencies are at all airports so look ahead.
Also some price quotes dont include the one way fees.