Elgin car rentals from $36/day

On average a rental car in Elgin costs $39 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 Elgin found in the last 2 weeks is $23.

The average gas price in Elgin 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.

Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Elgin.

Car rental companies onsite at O'Hare Intl airport include Fox, Europcar, Payless, Alamo and Hertz.

Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from O'Hare Intl airport to off-airport locations include Routes Car & Truck Rentals, Payless, Alamo, and Hertz.

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

A Special car rental in Elgin costs $63 per day, on average.

A Full Size car rental in Elgin costs $181 per day, on average.

A Premium car rental in Elgin costs $80 per day, on average.

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

KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 3 car rental agencies in Elgin.

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KAYAK searches thousands of car rental agencies to provide you with offers from all car rental agencies operating in Elgin so that you can compare car rental rates, reviews and pick-up and drop-off locations to find the best deal for you.

Elgin has excellent roads and ample parking. Any car would be ideal for use within the city.  Your choice of car depends on your intended use during your visit. If you are in town for business or pleasure, you can opt for an Economy vehicle. It is convenient to drive around and easy to find parking. If you are in town to check the Elgin Community College,  then a Full-Size SUV is a great option for you and your friends to visit the college or your family.

Illinois state speed limits dictate the speed limit in Elgin. On interstate highways, the limit is 70 mph. On the Rural Interstate Highway, a speed limit of 65 mph must be observed by all drivers, with a non-interstate highway requiring a speed limit of 55 mph. If you are driving your car rentals in Elgin through an urban area, a speed limit of 30 mph is advised and 25 mph through a school zone or a hospital region. Limits are posted on various parts of the roads in Elgin to ensure that new drivers know what is expected of them.

Parking is free in the city of Elgin. The municipal council institutes this law to make it easier for locals and visitors to use their vehicles in the city. Some rules have to be observed, the most important being that parking within the Central Business District is restricted from 4:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m. this is done to ensure efficient street cleaning and maintenance. There are also municipal parking spaces throughout Elgin that can be used for free by anyone. The parking is restricted to a maximum of 72 continuous hours. While on the go, you can take advantage of the city’s Quick Spots that allow for free parking on the street for 30 minutes.