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Rent a car in Sault Ste. Marie on Turo

Renting a car in Sault Ste. Marie is the best way to explore this historic border city and its rugged surroundings. Located beside the US border and the St. Marys River, the busy city blends industrial heritage with access to outdoor escapes like the Hiawatha Highlands and Lake Superior.

On the Turo marketplace, you’ll find a wide selection of vehicles listed by local hosts. Choose a reliable sedan for daily driving, a roomy minivan for family trips, or a capable SUV for heading into the backcountry. Book your Sault Ste. Marie car rental on Turo and start planning your next adventure.

Sault Ste Marie, ON car rental: How it works

On Turo, renting a car in Sault Ste. Marie is easy. Browse cars online, choose your preferred pickup location, book your car, and get on the road sooner. With pickup locations all across Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario and beyond, you'll be able to find the perfect car for whatever you have planned.

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1. Find the perfect car

Enter a date and location in Sault Ste Marie, ON (or beyond), filter to find the best car for you, and read reviews from previous renters.

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2. Select a pickup location

Rent a car nearby or get one delivered to various destinations, including many airports, train stations, hotels, or maybe even your home.

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3. Hit the road

Your host sends you pickup details, and you’re all set to hit the roads of Sault Ste Marie, ON! If you have questions, you can easily chat with your host or contact support through the Turo app.

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Things to do and places to see in Sault Ste Marie, ON

Sault Ste. Marie may not be one of Canada's most famous tourist destinations, but it's still got plenty of interesting things to see and do. Most of its attractions are centred around its historical canal or the surrounding scenic wilderness.

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Visit the Sault Ste. Marie Canal National Historic Site

This historic site on the Canadian side features one of the world’s first electrically operated locks, in use since 1895. Today, it’s a National Historic Site with scenic walking paths and great views of the active Soo Locks across the river in Michigan.

Take a paddleboard down the St. Marys River

Besides a car rental, one of the best ways to explore Sault Ste. Marie is from the water. Paddling along the St. Marys River offers amazing views of the city and its surroundings. You can rent kayaks, canoes or paddleboards right from the city centre. A stand-up paddleboard gives you the highest vantage point for admiring the city.

Immerse yourself in the Hiawatha Highlands

In the summer months, the Hiawatha Highlands are perfect for hiking and mountain biking, with forest trails and cascading waterfalls to discover. But winter is when they truly shine. Once the snow falls, the Highlands become one of Ontario’s top winter sport destinations, with more than 50 km of groomed cross-country ski trails.

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Cheap Sault Ste Marie, ON car rental

Find deals on all kinds of drives in Sault Ste Marie, ON and throughout Canada - from the everyday to the extraordinary — complete with a better, more convenient experience versus traditional Sault Ste Marie, ON car rental companies. Rent the perfect vehicle for your budget.

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Convenient Sault Ste Marie, ON car rental pick up options

Get your car delivered right to you or wherever you’re going. Many hosts offer delivery to custom locations or popular points of interest in Sault Ste Marie, ON, like airports, train stations, and hotels.

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24/7 support and roadside assistance mean help is just a call away, plus you can choose from a range of protection plans.

Sault Ste. Marie car rentals for any occasion

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Vacation car rental

Choose the right vehicle to start your great Canadian road trip in the best possible way. That might mean a powerful SUV, one that will give you great performance over long distances. Travelling in a large group? Rent a minivan for the comfort and space that you need.

Sporting car rental

In the mood for winter sports in the Hiawatha Highlands? Make sure to choose a rental car that's right for the job. You'll need enough space to bring all your ski or snowboarding gear comfortably, and plenty of horsepower to tackle those mountain roads with ease.

Long term car rental

If you’re staying in Sault Ste. Marie for more than a few days, booking a car for a longer period on Turo can be a money-saver. Whether you’re helping out family, between vehicles, or spending a few weeks exploring northern Ontario, a longer rental gives you the freedom to get around without relying on taxis or committing to car ownership.

Turo vs. traditional car rental

Turo

  • App-based experience

  • No waiting in line

  • 1,600+ unique makes & models

  • Get the exact car you choose

  • Delivery options & thousands of pickup locations

  • Cars rented out by local small businesses

  • Vehicles and hosts rated by guests

Traditional car rental

  • Standard rental counter experience

  • Waiting in line

  • Limited car selection

  • Get one type of car “or similar”

  • Pickup at retail locations

  • Cars owned by large corporations

  • No vehicle ratings

Rental car pickup locations throughout Sault Ste. Marie 

Get your car delivered right to you or wherever you’re going in Sault Ste Marie, ON, including Sault Ste Marie, ON airport. Many hosts offer delivery to custom locations or popular points of interest, like airports, train stations, and hotels. Popular Sault Ste Marie, ON pickup locations include:

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Sault Ste. Marie Airport (YAM)

The airport is about 17 km from downtown Sault Ste. Marie. If you’re flying to the city, skip the airport car rental counter by booking a car on Turo. Browse the marketplace for Sault Ste. Marie Airport car rentals and organize a pickup point near the terminal that suits you. There’s no need to wait in line to collect your car.

Sault Ste. Marie International Bridge

Visitors from the United States typically enter Sault Ste. Marie via the International Bridge, which spans the St. Marys River. After clearing Canadian customs on the north side, you can pick up your vehicle nearby. Arrange rental car pickup close to the bridge, so you can get on the road straight away.

Downtown Sault Ste. Marie

Renting a car on the Turo marketplace means you can organize a pickup point that works for both you and your host. There’s no need to visit a traditional rental office or go miles out of your way. Simply agree on a central spot in Sault Ste. Marie, meet your host, and hit the road for work or play.

Top tips for renting a car in Sault Ste. Marie


If you're new to Sault Ste. Marie, you might be feeling a bit nervous about driving there for the first time. These handy hints are designed to help you handle unfamiliar streets with ease.


What are the road rules and driving conditions in Sault Ste. Marie?


Take care if you're crossing from the United States into Canada at Sault Ste. Marie. On the north side of the border, the metric system reigns supreme, and road signs are in kilometres rather than miles. The default speed limit in Sault Ste. Marie is 50 km/h, but it drops to 30 or 40 km/h in residential areas.


What is parking like in Sault Ste. Marie?


You’ll find plenty of parking options around downtown Sault Ste. Marie for your car rental, including both on-street and off-street spaces. Several public lots offer two hours of free parking. Just be aware that overnight on-street parking is prohibited from November 1 to April 30 due to winter conditions.


Are there toll roads in Sault Ste. Marie?


Yes, there is a toll to cross the International Bridge in Sault Ste. Marie. As of 2025, passenger vehicles pay $4.40 USD or $6.20 CAD per crossing. Motorists can pay in cash (either currency) or use the electronic payment system for faster processing and discounts on frequent crossings.


Are there gas stations and EV chargers in Sault Ste. Marie?


Yes, there are several gas stations and EV charging ports around Sault Ste. Marie, making it easy to top up your rental car. The number of EV stations continues to grow, with both Level 2 (standard) and Level 3 (fast) chargers available. Many are located near major roads and shopping centres, so you can recharge while running errands or taking a break.


Do I need to rent a car in Sault Ste. Marie?


Yes, renting a car is the best way to get around Sault Ste. Marie. The city is relatively small, and public transport options are limited. If you’re planning to visit the Hiawatha Highlands or take a sporting trip into the surrounding wilderness, having your own car rental makes getting around much easier.

Frequently asked questions about Sault Ste. Marie car rentals

What documents and paperwork do you need to rent a car on Turo?

To rent a car on Turo in Canada, you must create a Turo account, be 23 years old or older with a valid driver’s license, and get approved to drive on Turo. When you’re booking your first trip, you’ll go through a quick approval process by entering your driver’s license and some other information. In most cases, you’ll get approved immediately, and you’ll be set for future road trips, business trips, and family vacations!

Do I need to be a certain age to rent a car on Turo?

To rent a car on Turo in Canada, you must be 23 or older.

How does car rental insurance work on Turo? 

You don’t need personal insurance coverage to book a car on Turo. If you do have your own auto insurance policy, the protection plan you select — purchased from Economical Insurance Company in Alberta, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Ontario, Prince Edward Island and Quebec, and Insurance Corporation of British Columbia (ICBC) in British Columbia — will supplement your existing coverage.*

What insurance and protection plan options does Turo offer?

When booking a car on Turo, you’ll choose between three protection plans — Premier, Standard, or Minimum — to get the level of coverage that’s right for you. With each plan, you’re covered with liability insurance purchased from Economical Insurance Company in Alberta, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Ontario, Prince Edward Island and Quebec, and Insurance Corporation of British Columbia (ICBC) in British Columbia — $2,000,000 for all plans.

Can I get car rental discounts on Turo?

On your Account page, make sure you’ve checked the box to receive email notifications, and enable push notifications from the Turo app in your phone settings — we’ll send you occasional promotions, discounts, and deals on car rental.

Is there long term car rental on Turo?

Yes there is — whether you want to rent a car for three days, three months, or even longer, you can on Turo. You’ll find discounted prices on bookings lasting 3+, 7+, or 30+ days, so you can get the best deals and lowest rates possible by booking longer trips.

Is there unlimited mileage car rental on Turo?

Some hosts offer unlimited distance for a trip; others set a daily distance limit — you’ll need to check on each rental car individually to see if this service is provided. On the vehicle pages, you’ll see the total miles or kilometres you’re allowed to drive under the heading “Distance included.” You can find cars offering unlimited mileage with every trip by using the “Unlimited distance” filter.

Can other people drive the car that I rented?

Yes, multiple guests can drive the car you rent on Turo, as long as they are all approved to drive. The primary driver (whoever rented the car) can add additional drivers with no fees or additional charges. Only the primary driver can request to add drivers; Turo hosts cannot do it for you. We encourage you to request to add additional drivers before your trip starts, though guests can request to add a driver while a trip is in progress.

To speed up the process, have your additional driver create a Turo account and get approved to drive before you request to add them. All drivers must have a valid driver’s license and meet the age requirements for the car you’ve booked. You can request to add drivers via the “Trips” tab in the Turo app without additional driver charges or extra costs.

What is the cancellation policy for guests on Turo?

You can cancel and get a full refund up to 24 hours before your trip starts, unless you opt to receive a non-refundable trip discount when you book. If you book a trip with less than 24 hours’ notice, you have one hour after booking to cancel free of charge. If you cancel after the free cancellation period ends, you will be charged a cancellation fee.

In the rare event a host cancels, you’ll be notified immediately so you can book another car, or we’ll help you find one. Your refund can be temporarily held to expedite rebooking, or the funds can be returned to your bank account — your choice.

How much does it cost to rent a car in Sault Ste. Marie? 

The cost of car rental in Sault Ste. Marie can vary depending on car type, booking length, extras, and delivery. For cheap car rental in Sault Ste. Marie, look out for discounts on longer-duration bookings and early bookings.

What rental car types are there in Sault Ste. Marie?

There are all kinds of vehicles available for rent in Sault Ste. Marie. The exact brands and models depend on what local hosts have listed on Turo, but you’ll often see SUVs, sports cars, electric vehicles, minivans and pickup trucks. Popular models include the Honda Civic and CR-V, Toyota RAV4 and Camry, as well as the BMW X1 and Mercedes-Benz GLE. Browse the Turo marketplace to find the right car for your trip.