Champaign car rentals

Some car rental companies in Champaign 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 Champaign costs $51 per day.

In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Hertz ($66/day) and Enterprise ($91/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest rental car price was found at Hertz 707 North Mattis 61821 (2 miles from city center).

The average gas price in Champaign 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 Champaign.

Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from University-Willard airport to off-airport locations include Hertz, Enterprise, Budget, Avis, Alamo, 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 Champaign costs $53 per day, on average.

A Economy car rental in Champaign costs $42 per day, on average.

A Supplier choice car rental in Champaign costs $40 per day, on average.

In Champaign, cars are most frequently rented at Hertz 707 North Mattis (2 miles from city center).

On average a rental car in Champaign costs $355 per week ($51 per day).

On average a rental car in Champaign costs $1,520 per month ($51 per day).

Choices for car rentals in Champaign depend on the season and the type of driving you’ll be doing while traveling in and around the city. If you’re planning to spend time driving to one of the nearby cities of Chicago, St. Louis or Indianapolis, you may opt for a comfortable and fuel-efficient sedan to accommodate the longer distances. On the other hand, an SUV or other all-wheel-drive vehicle may be an ideal choice if you’re traveling in the winter months.

The speed limits for I-57 and I-74, the two major interstates crossing through Champaign, are 70mph and 60mph, respectively. Speed limits for roads in the most-congested areas are typically 30mph or 35mph. Most other main roads in the city have speed limits of 45mph, including wide, four-lane roads. Drivers should use caution when driving on these wide-open roads where it often feels like the speed limit should be 55mph, leaving drivers open to getting speeding tickets from awaiting police officers. Another tricky area for drivers is where I-72 enters Champaign and becomes University Ave; here, the speed limit drops quickly from 55mph to 30mph.  

The price of a gallon of gas in Champaign is about $2.60. Some of the lowest gas prices can be found around the North Prospect and Neil Shopping District. When returning your Champaign car rental to the airport, you can fill your tank close to the airport for a reasonable price.

There is ample parking available in municipal parking lots and on the streets in the busiest areas of Champaign, but most of the parking is metered. Meters cost between $0.25 and $1.50 per hour during the workweek, starting as early as 7am and enforced as late as 6pm. In the hospital district, you should also expect to feed the meter on Saturdays. The most expensive meters are located in the busiest downtown area, and parking gradually gets less expensive as you move farther away from the downtown area.

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!).