Durham car rentals from $34/day

A 4-wheel-drive car is a wise choice for your stay in Durham, especially when winter conditions prevail. When exploring the countryside, a 4-wheel-drive car will provide some much-needed traction and offer a smooth and safe driving experience. For a pleasant city driving experience, a compact car is also a good decision to make parking and maneuvering around easier.

Within the downtown area, 20 mph is usually the maximum, but always check for posted signs. Within the municipal limits, a maximum of 30 mph is permitted, while 55 mph is allowed on two-lane divided rural roads. Freeways have speed limits of between 55 and 60 mph. It is very important to adjust your speed to prevailing weather conditions as well.

Drivers may park their rental cars on the street, but be aware that meters are in place and must be paid for. Most meters apply Monday through Friday from 8 am to 7 pm, and one hour costs around $1.50. Alternatively, there are parking lots and garages in and around downtown where cars can also be parked over a longer period of time, like the Durham Center Parking Deck, which has a daily fee of around $14.

On average a rental car in Durham costs $64 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 Durham found in the last 2 weeks is $50.

The average gas price in Durham 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 Durham.

Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Raleigh-Durham airport to off-airport locations include Dollar, and Payless.

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

A Standard car rental in Durham costs $67 per day, on average.

A Compact car rental in Durham costs $61 per day, on average.

A Premium car rental in Durham costs $100 per day, on average.

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

KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 6 car rental agencies in Durham.

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

Well, it depends on the terms of your agreement with the company. You may be eligible for your money back because most companies with prepaid bookings give a complete refund with no fees if you cancel before 24 hours of your pick-up day. Hertz, for instance, has no cancellation fees when you cancel your booking within two days of being made.

Yes, Durham City has a toll on Saddler Street within the city center. If you are driving cheap car rentals in Durham with the intent of accessing the World Heritage Site of Durham Cathedral as well as Durham Castle, note that you’ll have to use the toll road as it is the only public access road that leads you there.