Baton Rouge car rentals

Some car rental companies in Baton Rouge which have updated their car rental health and safety policies due to COVID-19 to make sure vehicles are clean and disinfected include Hertz, Enterprise and Budget

On average a rental car in Baton Rouge costs $46 per day.

In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Hertz ($53/day), Budget ($58/day) and Avis ($83/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest rental car price was found at Avis 9704 Airline Highway 70816 (6 miles from city center).

Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car rental companies in Baton Rouge are Enterprise (8.3, 100 reviews), and Hertz (7.3, 102 reviews).

The average gas price in Baton Rouge 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 (Hyundai Elantra or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Baton Rouge.

Car rental companies onsite at Ryan airport include Hertz, Enterprise, Budget, Avis and National.

Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Ryan airport to off-airport locations include Hertz, Enterprise, Budget, Avis, and National.

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

A Standard car rental in Baton Rouge costs $46 per day, on average.

A Economy car rental in Baton Rouge costs $43 per day, on average.

A Full-size car rental in Baton Rouge costs $46 per day, on average.

In Baton Rouge, cars are most frequently rented at Hertz 11420 Airline Hwy (9 miles from city center).

On average a rental car in Baton Rouge costs $319 per week ($46 per day).

On average a rental car in Baton Rouge costs $1,367 per month ($46 per day).

With heavy traffic and aggressive drivers changing lanes suddenly, it is a good idea to opt for a compact car to take up less space on the road and be able to fit into almost any parking spot. When planning to leave the city limits and venture out into nature, a 4-wheel-drive car is recommended.

Within the city, there is a maximum speed limit of 25 mph and 55 mph on secondary roads outside built-up areas. Divided highways allow up to 65 mph, and on interstates up to 70 mph is permitted, though there are also stretches of interstates which permit 75 mph. Remember to slow down if the weather or road conditions are poor.

For a refill in Baton Rouge, drivers can expect to pay an average price of $2 per gallon, but look out for cheaper gas stations like Murphy’s Express or Costco for rates from $1.80. Make sure you know what kind of gas your rental car needs and refill in advance before leaving the city to explore the Mississippi River or its surrounding nature.

There is metered on-street parking in Baton Rouge available, but always check the designated signs for prices and time restrictions. The easiest way is to choose one of the many parking garages and lots, such as the BRP Lot 11 in Convention Road, which costs around $6 per two hours, or Third Street Garage (approximately $4 per 2 hours).

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!).