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KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Geneva

  • Waiting for local bus times and several stops during the journey can be inconvenient if you need to travel through the city. There's no better way to visit numerous places in the city than using car rentals in Geneva. With the freedom and flexibility of a rental car, you can go to Lake Geneva, about 51 miles north of the city, or around 52 miles southwest of the city to Starved Rock State Park and Buffalo Rock State Park.
  • If you land at Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD), you can choose a rental car from the Geneva car rental agencies located at the Multi-Modal Facility (MMF). These car rental companies include Alamo, Budget, Avis, and Hertz. Shuttle buses at the airport offer complimentary services 24 hours daily, taking passengers from the arrivals area to the car rental offices. If car rentals are in demand, you can experience long queues. Therefore, consider booking one in advance.
  • Geneva has many stores and restaurants. It's a historic shopping center. Therefore, you can experience congested streets as people go downtown to do shopping or eat unique meals. Navigating the busy streets can be frustrating. Drunk driving is prohibited in the city. Your blood alcohol concentration should be a maximum of 0.08% to ensure the safety of pedestrians and other drivers.
  • Driving car rentals in Geneva is challenging during rush hours, mainly between 6:30 am to 9 am and 4 pm to 7 pm. One of the most affected roads is State Street. Therefore, avoid driving on this route during rush hours to avoid getting caught in traffic. Consider using back streets in the city to avoid heavy traffic. If your journey lacks alternative routes, consider starting your trip earlier.
  • 25% of our users found rental cars in Geneva for $58 or less
  • Book your rental car in Geneva at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Full-size rental cars in Geneva are around 29% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about renting a car in Geneva

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Geneva?

    On average a rental car in Geneva costs $85 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 Geneva found in the last 2 weeks is $26.

  • How much is gas price in Geneva?

    The average gas price in Geneva is $3.93 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between $47 and $63, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular rental car in Geneva?

    Full-size (Toyota Camry or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Geneva.

  • Which car rental companies are at O'Hare Intl airport (ORD)?

    Car rental companies onsite at O'Hare Intl airport include Kyte, Hertz, Budget, Dollar, Fox, Sixt, Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Thrifty and Avis.

  • Which car rental companies will pick you up at O'Hare Intl airport (ORD)?

    Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from O'Hare Intl airport to off-airport locations include Routes Car & Truck Rentals, Hertz, Budget, Dollar, Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Thrifty, Avis, Payless, and National.

  • How can I find car rentals near me in Geneva?

    Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.

  • How much does a Full Size car rental cost in Geneva?

    A Full Size car rental in Geneva costs $64 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Compact car rental cost in Geneva?

    A Compact car rental in Geneva costs $75 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Standard car rental cost in Geneva?

    A Standard car rental in Geneva costs $85 per day, on average.

  • What is the most popular rental car location in Geneva?

    In Geneva, cars are most frequently rented at Hertz 2400 E Main St Ste 106 (3 miles from city center).

  • How much does it cost to rent a car for a week in Geneva?

    On average a rental car in Geneva costs $595 per week ($85 per day).

  • How much does it cost to rent a car long term for a month in Geneva?

    On average a rental car in Geneva costs $2,549 per month ($85 per day).

  • Should I get insurance when renting a car in Geneva?

    Most car rental providers in Geneva offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car rental in Geneva, check out KAYAK's car rental insurance guide.

  • How many car agencies are operating in Geneva?

    KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 0 car rental agencies in Geneva.

  • What do I need to know before booking a car rental in Geneva?

    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!).

  • Why should I use KAYAK to rent a car in Geneva?

    KAYAK searches thousands of car rental agencies to provide you with offers from all car rental agencies operating in Geneva so that you can compare car rental rates, reviews and pick-up and drop-off locations to find the best deal for you.

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Geneva?

    Driving small car rentals in Geneva on narrow roads in Geneva is the best choice. All you need to do is be careful when approaching intersections, overtaking, and driving on curvy roads to ensure road safety. Before choosing a small car from the wide collection of car rental agencies, consider picking a spacious vehicle to meet your travel needs. In addition, a small car is stable because it has a lower center of gravity. This way, you're confident when driving at various speed limits.

  • What’s the speed limit in Geneva?

    Geneva is strict on speed limits. Speed limits in the city vary in different zones and on different roads. When driving on urban freeways, maintain a speed of 65 mph. The maximum speed limit on divided roads is 65 mph, and 55 mph on undivided roads. When driving in built-up zones, look out for construction zones, schools, playgrounds, and hospitals, and drive at a maximum speed of 30 mph. The city improves road safety through speed signs that guide busy drivers. The traffic cameras help to observe drivers and prevent them from disobeying traffic rules. If you ignore speed limits, you can pay hefty fines or lose your driver’s license.

  • Where are the best places to park in the city?

    Finding a parking space in downtown Geneva is easy. There are free and cheap parking lots and garages offering secure parking. You can park a rental car for free in the white parking zone for a maximum of 1h 30 min and at least 1 hour of free parking in the blue zones. In the red zone, free parking is up to 15 hours. Several parking lots charge varying rates every 2 hours. Metra La Fox Station and Metra Elburn Station charge around $1.50, and Route 59 Train Station charges about $2. If you park outside the city, accessing the city is easy. You can board a bus or train to access and exit the city.

Geneva car rental reviews and directory

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

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Best rated

4 locations in Geneva

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Locations in Geneva

1203 E Main St

+1 630 377 7800

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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2 South 781 Route 59 Unit B

+1 630 836 8100

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2055 S Lincoln Highway

+1 630 377 7800

Monday07:30 - 17:30
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Wednesday07:30 - 17:30
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Friday07:30 - 17:30
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

2080 Main St

+1 630 377 7800

Monday07:30 - 17:30
Tuesday07:30 - 17:30
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8.8 Very good

Oct 2018

KAYAK

Pros:

Attendants were polite and picked us up and delivered us back to the residence.

Cons:

Didn’t like that they couldn’t help me with the toll payment problem. (I didn’t have all the change for a unmanned coins only toll booth on the Illinois tollway. I’m from California. Upon returning the car, I informed the enterprise staff who referred me to the 800# Enterprise problem solver which they said could walk me through paying the toll online, but that person couldn’t help. Also I returned the car with more gas than it had when I received it. (1/4 tank over), I thought they would reimburse me for the difference but just gave me a business card saying I could get the gas credited on the next rental but I rarely rent cars. I dont think the business card would be honored in the future anyway.

7.6 Good

Jul 2017

KAYAK

Cons:

They had no porter on staff that would detail each car between use. Si the office staff had to clean this is not their forte so to speak

1 out of 0

Avis

No score available yet

Cheapest deal

2 locations in Geneva

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1311 North Lake Street

+1 630 906 2072

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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2668 East Main Street

+1 630 587 1945

Monday07:30 - 17:30
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6.0 Okay

Oct 2022

KAYAK
The car was old dents everywhere. Lots of scratches. But it ran OK.

2.0 Poor

Aug 2017

KAYAK

Cons:

The car smelled like smoke. I told the employee & she said & did nothing about it. It was also a smaller car than what we ordered & made packing difficult.

1 out of 0

Budget

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2 locations in Geneva

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1311 North Lake Street

+1 630 892 2383

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday09:00 - 12:00

2668 East Main Street

+1 630 513 3000

Monday07:30 - 17:30
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Friday07:30 - 17:30
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
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4.0 Mediocre

Jan 2024

KAYAK
There was a huge crack in the windshield we were not told about. Car was covered in snow and parked far away. And an old candy wrapper in the backseat.

4.0 Mediocre

Oct 2023

KAYAK
The car was filthy - full of trash (opened bottles of water, food wrappers, etc) and had not been washed or vacuumed. The windshield had caked on bugs and grime that were so old the wipers and fluid would not remove. Tail light was out as well. Really gross and unprofessional.

1 out of 0

Hertz

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Most popular

One location in Geneva

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2400 E Main St Ste 106

+1 630 762 9034

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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2.4 Poor

Feb 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

The employee at the drop off end in Port St. Lucie was pleasant and seemed to know, and enjoy, his job.

Cons:

Car interior, windows and trunk were not clean. Staff in St. Charles office were not helpful. Mischarged for rental despite Kayak confirmation, and spent an hour over 2 calls trying to get it fixed. Got to FL to turn in car and found out the car they gave me the wrong car in St Charles IL!

2.0 Poor

Jan 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

N/A

Cons:

The initial car was left unclean and appeared to have animal hair left in the vehicle. One of our family members is extremely allergic to pets. When we asked the employee they understood why we were concerned but it took an additional 90 minutes to produce another vehicle & charges additional $110!

6.4 Okay

Apr 2017

KAYAK

Pros:

The employees tried hard but they were understaffed for spring break.

Cons:

They did not have sufficient time to clean the car properly

8.0 Very good

Mar 2017

KAYAK

Pros:

Price

Cons:

Car pulled right

1 out of 0

Car rental locations in or near Geneva

Good to know

Most popular agency

Hertz

Most popular car type

Full-size

Average price

$85/day

Good deal

$58/day

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