Student Car Rental San Diego — SDSU, UCSD, USD & More
CMW rents to college students 18 and older — no under-25 surcharge. Cash and debit accepted. Perfect for weekend trips, moving day, and everything between.
Built for College Students
National chains charge $25–$35/day extra for students under 25. CMW charges a flat rate regardless of age.
Debit & Cash Welcome
No credit card? No problem. CMW accepts debit cards and cash with a refundable deposit.
Unlimited Mileage for Road Trips
Weekend trip to LA, Vegas run, or a drive up the coast — CMW's unlimited mileage means no surprise overage bill.
San Diego's Colleges & CMW's Location
San Diego has one of the largest student populations in California. CMW in Kearny Mesa is accessible from all major campuses:
- SDSU (~35,000 students) — approx. 15 min by rideshare
- UCSD (~40,000 students) — approx. 20 min via I-5 or I-805
- USD (~10,000 students) — approx. 12 min via I-8
- Mesa College — walking distance from CMW
- PLNU, MiraCosta, Palomar — all within 30 min
What Students Rent For
- Weekend getaways — Joshua Tree, Big Bear, Las Vegas, LA concerts
- Moving — start or end of semester, apartment moves
- Airport runs — pick up visiting family from SAN
- Internships — reliable transport for a summer internship across town
- Spring break — road trip up or down the California coast
Call 858-560-1919 — booking is quick and we can usually accommodate same-day or next-day pickup.
Frequently Asked Questions
Ready to Reserve?
Call, email, or fill out the form. No credit check — cash and debit welcome.
READY TO HIT THE ROAD? LET'S GO.
A real person answers Monday–Saturday, 9AM–6PM. No hold queues, no automated menus.