Cincinnati car rentals

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

On average a rental car in Cincinnati costs $53 per day.

Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car rental companies in Cincinnati are Thrifty (8.2, 67 reviews), Enterprise (8.0, 162 reviews), and Dollar (7.7, 100 reviews).

The average gas price in Cincinnati is $3.29 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between $39 and $53, depending on the car size.

Standard (Hyundai Elantra or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Cincinnati.

The only car rental company onsite at Cinci./N. Kentucky airport is Hertz.

Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Cinci./N. Kentucky airport to off-airport locations include Hertz, Thrifty, Enterprise, Alamo, Dollar, Budget, Avis, Payless, 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 Cincinnati costs $55 per day, on average.

A Compact car rental in Cincinnati costs $45 per day, on average.

A Economy car rental in Cincinnati costs $57 per day, on average.

In Cincinnati, cars are most frequently rented at Hertz 268 W Mitchell Ave (4 miles from city center).

On average a rental car in Cincinnati costs $372 per week ($53 per day).

On average a rental car in Cincinnati costs $1,595 per month ($53 per day).

Choose from the extensive list of rental cars available on KAYAK to pick the car that best suits your personal needs. A smaller sedan will help you navigate downtown driving and parking, but there is ample space provided on the roads so you should not feel pressured to downsize because of this.

Unless otherwise indicated, the speed limit in the urban area of Cincinnati is 25 mph. Smaller highways near residential areas have limits as low as 55 mph, while divided highways have a maximum of 70 mph. Speed cameras operate within the Cincinnati city district as well as the outer Ohio area, so be careful to keep a close eye on your driving speed to avoid fines.

Your travel budget just got a helping hand, thanks to the fact you can expect to pay approximately $2.39 per gallon in Cincinnati, which is slightly below the American average. If you find yourself on the other side of the Ohio River, consider getting a full tank of gas, as United Dairy Farmers stations located in Fort Wright and Southgate often offer fuel as low as $2 per gallon.

If you are going to attend a Cincinnati Reds game at the Great American Ballpark or want to explore the downtown district during the weekend, use the Fountain Square Garage, where you can park for only $7 and are less than a 10-minute walk from the stadium. The Fountain Square Garage is also an ideal location if you are looking to leave your car there overnight, as it has 24-hour security and a maximum charge of $21.

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!).