Augusta car rentals from $27/day

On average a rental car in Augusta costs $48 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 Augusta found in the last 2 weeks is $38.

The average gas price in Augusta is $3.40 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between $41 and $54, depending on the car size.

Standard (Nissan Rogue or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Augusta.

The only car rental company onsite at Augusta airport is Hertz.

The only car rental company that offers shuttle or pick-up services from Augusta airport to off-airport locations is Hertz.

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

A Standard car rental in Augusta costs $49 per day, on average.

A Special car rental in Augusta costs $51 per day, on average.

A Premium car rental in Augusta costs $77 per day, on average.

In Augusta, cars are most frequently rented at Hertz 75 Airport Road (1 miles from city center).

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

KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 4 car rental agencies in Augusta.

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 Augusta so that you can compare car rental rates, reviews and pick-up and drop-off locations to find the best deal for you.

The roads in Augusta are generally well-established, enabling any car type to drive. So, when looking for your car type to drive in the city, consider one that fulfills your capacity needs. For instance, a smaller vehicle is recommended if you’re traveling alone with little luggage. However, if you’re with family or friends, look for a vehicle with many seats. In that case, an intermediate or a minivan is a good choice for an Augusta car rental. Travelers exploring off-roads should consider well-raised vehicles like an SUV.

When driving your car rentals in Augusta, speed limits vary from one place to another. So, pay attention to the varying speed limits to avoid speeding tickets. The highest speed limit is 75 mph, and is restricted to rural freeways. When driving in urban freeways, cap your speed at 55 mph. But the speed limit in residential, business, and school zones is 25 mph. When driving your Augusta car rentals on divided and undivided roads, the speed limit is 55 mph. The city also features several posted limits. Be sure to abide by them.

When driving your Augusta car rental, chances are high that you’ll need a parking lot. Although finding a parking spot shouldn’t be daunting, it comes with stress worth avoiding. Thus, consider booking a hotel with the parking lot to beat the hassle of looking for parking space. The hotels to consider include Hampton Inn Augusta, Best Western Plus Augusta Civic Center Inn, Super 8 by Wyndham, and Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Augusta. However, if you missed a hotel with parking, budget for metered parking in Augusta downtown. Charges vary but expect to pay an hourly rate.