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Pick-up location | Allentown |
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Car types | Compact, Compact SUV, Economy, Full-size, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Luxury, Minivan, Pickup truck, Standard, Standard SUV, Supplier choice |
Rental locations | 13 |
Airport locations | 6 |
Popular agencies | Turo, Thrifty, Hertz |
Economy | $41/day |
Compact | $41/day |
Intermediate | $35/day |
Standard | $41/day |
Full-size | $40/day |
Minivan | $45/day |
Luxury | $45/day |
Pickup truck | $48/day |
Supplier choice | $39/day |
Intermediate SUV | $42/day |
Compact SUV | $43/day |
Standard SUV | $44/day |
Allentown has average rush hours, which start early at around 6am and stretch all the way to 9am. In the evening, it’s advisable to avoid commuting between 4pm and 6pm. If you have to travel during these hours, give yourself extra time as you may get caught in traffic. If you travel to Allentown during winter, expect slow-moving winter storms and the possibility of high wind gusts and slick roads.
Allentown may not be a major city, but it is usually brimming with cars. Having a compact car will go a long way in helping you navigate the busy roads. However, if you intend to venture out into the rural areas where the roads may contain loose gravel, a four-wheel-drive will serve you better. Consider renting a compact SUV, which is suitable for both on-road and off-road adventures.
Allentown has an efficient parking system. There are multiple garages and surface lots if you don’t want to park on the street. These parking decks include Strata Deck at 39 North 6th Street, 9t Walnut Deck at 9th Walnut Street, and Community Deck at 13 South 6th Street, all of which charge $1 per hour. There are parking meters around town for on-street parking that operate from 8am to 9pm and charge $1 to $2 per hour depending on the street. Free parking applies from 5pm to midnight.
On average a rental car in Allentown costs $63 per day. But prices differ between operators and you can save money through a price comparison of car rental deals from different agencies. The cheapest price for a car rental in Allentown found in the last 2 weeks is $48.
The average gas price in Allentown is $3.89 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between $47 and $62, depending on the car size.
Luxury (Audi A4 or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Allentown.
Car rental companies onsite at Allentown-Bethlehem airport include Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Alamo, Budget and National.
Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.
A Luxury car rental in Allentown costs $83 per day, on average.
An Economy car rental in Allentown costs $37 per day, on average.
A Standard car rental in Allentown costs $60 per day, on average.
On average a rental car in Allentown costs $441 per week ($63 per day).
On average a rental car in Allentown costs $1,890 per month ($63 per day).
Most car rental providers in Allentown offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car rental in Allentown, check out KAYAK's car rental insurance guide.
KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 7 car rental agencies in Allentown.
Finding the right price, understanding the add-ons and staying up to date with policy changes can be a challenge. That’s why KAYAK has produced the ultimate guide to renting a car to help you cut though the jargon and make the right choice for your rental car. Find tips and insights for how to book your rental, what car rental insurance you’ll need, how to deal with a car rental agency and what extra fees to expect (and avoid!).
KAYAK searches thousands of car rental agencies to provide you with offers from all car rental agencies operating in Allentown so that you can compare car rental rates, reviews and pick-up and drop-off locations to find the best deal for you.
If you want to park your car near Allentown’s city center, you’ll be spoilt for choice, as Allentown’s city center is surrounded by several parking lots. The said parking lots include D Lot on 1009 Hamilton Street, 1016 Linden Street Parking, 946 W Linden Street Parking, and 615 Walnut Street Garage.
Within Allentown, you won’t encounter any toll roads. However, if you intend to drive to destinations outside the city such as Lenhartsville, Strausstown, Pittsburg, and Harrisburg, you’ll have to use the Pennsylvania Turnpike Mainline. This road is one of the main toll roads in the US.
One location in Allentown
Locations in Allentown
3311 Airport Road
+1 610 266 1605
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10.0 Wonderful
Mar 2024
10.0 Wonderful
Dec 2023
10.0 Wonderful
Nov 2023
10.0 Wonderful
Feb 2021
Pros:
Easy booking and pickup for the car. Clean and reliable cars to rent!Cons:
The rate was fair but additional charges like gas was not expected as I was not mentioned about tank fill up. Over charged me for fuel. And drop off location needs to be more.10.0 Wonderful
Dec 2020
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Cool Car, Nice RideCons:
Snow fall10.0 Wonderful
Nov 2020
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The entire experience was fantastic.One location in Allentown
Locations in Allentown
3311 Airport Road
+1 610 266 0667
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10.0 Wonderful
Aug 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Apr 2021
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The folks at the counter were very helpful and friendly. The car was clean and worked really well.Cons:
Nothing. No suggestions for improvement10.0 Wonderful
Apr 2018
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Excellent4.8 Mediocre
Jan 2018
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NothingCons:
I didn’t like how they processed everything, too fast and didn’t have a choice of car. I would of liked a compact with trunk not hatch. And again fast with the check out, I wanted to pay cash and they didn’t even give us a chance to ask if we could. They were only concerned how many miles I put on, and that I parked in the return section. Mind you it’s snowing outside and their parking lot is a mess. Safety first? Lol mileage should be my last concern, And besides I’m paying.6.8 Okay
Sep 2017
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CAR WAS KNOT CLEAN8.4 Very good
Jun 2017
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Low price, fast process, easy to pick up and drop offCons:
Car was obviously smoked in even though they claim a non smoking fleet.. It was like driving an ashtray with leather seats. Froze $200 of credit for 3 days past my drop off as opposed to date of pick up. Was very odd.5 locations in Allentown
Locations in Allentown
1115 Airport Road
+1 610 435 1711
1713 Lehigh St
+1 610 966 9644
3311 Airport Road
+1 610 266 1605
5661 Hamilton Blvd
+1 610 395 9150
728 North 13th Street
+1 610 820 6200
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2.0 Poor
Jan 2024
2.0 Poor
Jun 2021
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I was 12 minutes late due to uber driver making a wrong turn. Rental Agent refused to rent me the car.Cons:
They could have cared and provided minimal customer service. Also not accept reservations for thier exact closing time.4.0 Mediocre
Feb 2021
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I dropped the car off a few minutes late and was charged an extra day. Unacceptable.8.0 Very good
Feb 2021
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Pick up was very quick! Less than 15 minutes.Cons:
Honestly, nothing. We had rental for extended weekend, also during the snow storm and the van (Pacifica) was amazing! Thinking of purchasing one lol.2.0 Poor
Jan 2021
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NOTHINGCons:
Not charging the gasoline because they let me the car almost empty, more payment options, customer service needs to improve, car was smelling of cigarettes and I was traveling with a baby, car said needed maintenance and to change oil, price is not that good once they charge you all things they do not offer5.6 Fair
Aug 2020
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Staff was prompt and helpfulCons:
The car smelled very strongly of smoke, and the fabric seats in the car were visibly dirty. Both of these were an issue during my 20+ hour round trip road trip. I’m extremely disappointed.One location in Allentown
Locations in Allentown
3311 Airport Road
+1 610 266 1605
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10.0 Wonderful
Aug 2023
3 locations in Allentown
Locations in Allentown
1523 Lehigh St
+1 610 398 3018
7686 Industrial Blvd
6103983018
902 Hamilton St.
+1 610 432 5018
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10.0 Wonderful
May 2021
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The staff was nice and professional but seems like did not know I was there to pick my car.Cons:
The pick up location can be better10.0 Wonderful
May 2021
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The staff was very friendly and helpful. Pickup and dropoff took only a few minutes. Very pleased2.0 Poor
Mar 2021
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I made an online reservation for a one-way rental and booked a non-refundable motel room in my destination city. Got a call the next morning that they didn't have a car for me, that they didn't do a one-way rental between the cities. Personnel were polite and professional and apologized.Cons:
Their reservation system sucks. It lets you make a reservation that the company can't fulfill. I needed a one-way rental to pick up a motorcycle I had bought a couple months ago. I tried several companies including Enterprise which I usually use for one-way rentals. None were accepting a one-way rental until I tried Hertz and made a reservation. I then booked a non-refundable motel room in my destination city. Got a call from Hertz the next morning that they didn't have a car for me, that they didn't do a one-way rental between the cities my reservation was for. Personnel were polite, professional and apologized. I told them their reservation system sucked and they agreed. I got the impression this was a routine occurrence - their reservation system accepting reservations that could not be fulfilled.10.0 Wonderful
Oct 2017
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The staff is fabulously awesome.2.0 Poor
Sep 2017
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They literally booked me at a location that no longer existed. Then they refused to refund. I really loved that. Totally didn't ruin my vacation at all.Cons:
Everything. I never actually got my car and they kept 2/3rds of my money.10.0 Wonderful
Jul 2017
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The young man at this location was professional, courteous, friendly and extremely efficient. Made everything go smoothly.One location in Allentown
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