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Erie car rental information
| Pick-up location | Erie |
|---|---|
| Car types | Compact, Economy, Full-size, Full-size SUV, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Minivan, Premium, Standard, Standard SUV |
| Rental locations | 13 |
| Airport locations | 9 |
| Popular agencies | Avis, Budget, Turo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car |
Cheap car rentals in Erie
| Economy | $32/day |
| Compact | $33/day |
| Intermediate | $33/day |
| Standard | $33/day |
| Full-size | $38/day |
| Minivan | $54/day |
| Full-size SUV | $87/day |
| Premium | $74/day |
| Intermediate SUV | $51/day |
| Standard SUV | $52/day |
KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Erie
- Whether going to Erie for a summer holiday or a business trip, this city has too much to explore. Erie car rentals offer an unmatched option to fulfill your desired commitments and attend different gateways inside and outside the city center timely. You don't have to don't get stranded searching for exclusive car rentals if you want to access Erie from Altoona or Exton rail stations. In these rail stations, you have unlimited options to choose exclusive cheap car rentals in Erie from Hertz, SIXT, Avis, and Europcar. The distance between Altoona rail station to Erie city center is 202 Miles and 3hr 45min drive using US-422 E or I-79 S highways. Exton rail station to Erie is 25 miles away, implying you need the utmost 39 minutes to drive downtown.
- Cheap car rentals in Erie allow you to meet your goals and have enough time to visit different tourist destinations. For example, you can visit Erie maritime museum positioned at Presque Isle bay downtown, only 9 minutes’ drive through Holland St and Parade St. You can unwind your engaging business day by visiting Waldameer Park and water world located only 4 miles and 10 minutes’ drive from the city center. Niagara Falls isn't a place to miss while in Erie, and it's located 116.6 miles away, only 2hr drive through I-90E.
- Erie hosts well-developed pedestrians-only streets to avoid road inconveniences caused by pedestrians to vehicles. As a driver, you are not expected to drive through these zones, and violating this traffic code can be fined no more than $25. Some of the pedestrian-only streets in Erie worth knowing about are the West 8th street corridor positioned between Greengarden Road and Pittsburgh Avenue. Erie Boulevard pedestrian zone is located on Westmoreland Avenue from East Fayette Street.
- Erie Metropolitan Transit Authority (EMT) manages the city’s transit buses, the downtown circulator, and the Bayliner Trolley that you can use to get around the city cheaply. Like in any other city, EMT facilities have the limitation of pre-decided routes and schedules that Erie car rentals help you break free from. Besides enjoying a luxury experience with car rentals in Erie, you’ll be able to explore the city as you wish. For instance, renting a car will allow you to visit key sites, such as the Erie Zoo, Presque Isle State Park, Asbury Woods, among other places within and further from the city. You can also rush to urgent meetings and take impromptu detours without the added stress of waiting to catch a certain bus and finding your way around the city on foot.
- Erie International Airport is six miles from the central business district of Erie. For convenience, the car rental center is located on the airport’s premises. There are various Erie car rentals in the rental center, including Avis, Enterprise, Alamo, Budget, Hertz, Easirent, National, and Sunnycars. The rental representatives can be found at the counters near the boarding gate, where you’ll be given the rental car’s keys and proceed to pick the car at the baggage claim area. The aforementioned rental companies also provide shuttle buses that’ll pick you up at the terminal and take you to nearby off-airport locations.
- Erie is common with jaywalking and cyclists who aren’t keen on following traffic rules, so be cautious when driving around. To maintain highway safety, the Department of Transport responsible for the city roads may restrict vehicles from using certain roads or temporally lower speed limits due to winter conditions. Always be vigilant for such restrictions. It’s challenging to drive in the winter, as the roads tend to be slippery and with limited visibility. When driving in such conditions, give trailers space, drive slowly, and pay attention to people.
- During a normal workweek, rush hour in Erie begins at around 6:30am and peaks from around 7:30am to 8am. Congestion starts clearing slowly, and the traffic starts moving normally at around 8:30am. It then slows down again at around 5pm, comes to a standstill at around 6pm, starts moving by around 7pm, and clears around 7:30pm. To avoid wasting an hour or so in the traffic, leave earlier or wait until the traffic congestion clears after the peak hours. Avoid Interstate 90, the 1-79, and the freeways altogether during rush hours.
- 25% of our users found rental cars in Erie for $55 or less
- Book your rental car in Erie at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Off-airport rental car locations in Erie are around 42% cheaper than airport locations on average
- Premium rental cars in Erie are around 71% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about renting a car in Erie
What type of car is recommended for driving in Erie?
Car rentals in Erie provide perfect ways to explore Erie. If you’re driving alone in the CDB, a compact or mid-range car will be just fine. If you want to travel and explore further away from the town, say, travel to places like Lake Erie, you may want to choose a 4WD vehicle.
What’s the speed limit in Erie?
Unless posted otherwise, drive below 25mph in nearly all Erie’s streets. For freeways and interstates under the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, the speed limits keep changing from place to place and at times temporarily lowered due to adverse winter weather conditions. For example, during winter, the speed limit of some portion of Interstates 79 and 80 may be dropped to 45mph.
Where are the best places to park in Erie?
Parking in Erie is hassle-free, and the charges are more reasonable. Erie Parking Authority manages all on-street maters, which are about 1400 distributed across the city. Costs range from around $0.25/20min to $0.25/h depending on location, further from the CBD being cheaper. The parking meters are programmed to accept either the American quarters or tokens. If they malfunction, you can pay online using a mobile application, MeterEZ.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Erie?
On average a rental car in Erie costs $69 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 Erie found in the last 2 weeks is $44.
What is the cheapest car rental company in Erie?
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Avis ($32/day), Budget ($33/day) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car ($74/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest rental car price was found at Avis 4135 West 12th Street 16505 (5 miles from city center).
How much is gas price in Erie?
The average gas price in Erie is $3.59 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between $43 and $57, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular rental car in Erie?
Premium (Audi Q5 or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Erie.
Which car rental companies are at Erie airport (ERI)?
Car rental companies onsite at Erie airport include Budget, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Alamo, Avis, Hertz, National and Rent-A-Wreck.
How can I find car rentals near me in Erie?
Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.
How much does a Premium car rental cost in Erie?
A Premium car rental in Erie costs $44 per day, on average.
How much does a Luxury car rental cost in Erie?
A Luxury car rental in Erie costs $194 per day, on average.
How much does it cost to rent a car for a week in Erie?
On average a rental car in Erie costs $484 per week ($69 per day).
How much does it cost to rent a car long term for a month in Erie?
On average a rental car in Erie costs $2,075 per month ($69 per day).
Should I get insurance when renting a car in Erie?
Most car rental providers in Erie offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car rental in Erie, check out KAYAK's car rental insurance guide.
How many car agencies are operating in Erie?
KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 9 car rental agencies in Erie.
What do I need to know before booking a car rental in Erie?
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!).
Why should I use KAYAK to rent a car in Erie?
KAYAK searches thousands of car rental agencies to provide you with offers from all car rental agencies operating in Erie so that you can compare car rental rates, reviews and pick-up and drop-off locations to find the best deal for you.
Can I cancel, modify or extend my car rentals in Erie reservation?
Yes, you can cancel, extend, or modify your booking using the Erie car rental's phone, website, or mobile app, and often at no fee. There are also numerous locations for car rental outlets in this city, where you can drive through for cancellations, modifications, or extensions. In addition, car rental agencies like Alamo, Enterprise, and Budget have free cancellation policies.
Are there toll roads in Erie, Pennsylvania?
The most renowned toll road in Pennsylvania is PA Turnpike. To access Erie conveniently using this toll, use Route I-90. Toll pay is cashless, and you can only pay with an E-Z pass or by toll plate, which in most instances is organized by your chosen car rental provider.
Erie car rental reviews and directory
Budget
7.6
Good
46 reviewsCleanliness
6.8
Comfort
7.6
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.9
Value for money
7.2
2 locations in Erie
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4.0 Mediocre
Sep 2022
8.0 Very good
Sep 2020
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Yes to bothCons:
Car smelled Smokey.4.4 Mediocre
Mar 2020
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The Kia car was extremely hard to get in and out of, hard to move the front seats and was dented when I got it, so it looked shabby. Budget did not discount it because it was dented, although they certainly would have charged me if I dented it!7.6 Good
May 2019
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Cleanliness of car.10.0 Wonderful
Oct 2018
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Fantastic service, fair price, quality vehicle.10.0 Wonderful
Feb 2018
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Very convenient way to return the car no hasslesAlamo
8.6
Very good
13 reviewsCleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.6
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.6
Value for money
8.6
One location in Erie
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8.0 Very good
Dec 2019
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Staff was efficient, thorough.2.0 Poor
Oct 2018
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I couldnt use a debit card. I never even got a car.10.0 Wonderful
Nov 2017
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Amazing customer service. Megan was extremely wonderful and helpful at the Erie airport. She brightened our day :)9.6 Wonderful
Apr 2017
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Got a free upgrade and pick-up and drop-off were quick and easy. The car was clean.Cons:
Car was in need of maintenance; particularly oil and it kept beeping with a notification. Other than that, everything was great.10.0 Wonderful
Feb 2017
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Spot on, customer service was exceptional. Everything but customer satisfaction was guaranteed. Price was also affordable.Cons:
Nothing to complain about10.0 Wonderful
Dec 2016
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The service provided by the employees/agents were excellent. They were courteous & helpful.Enterprise Rent-A-Car
8.2
Very good
19 reviewsCleanliness
8.4
Comfort
8.8
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.1
Value for money
7.3
3 locations in Erie
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2.0 Poor
Oct 2020
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They canceled my reservation three days before I was expected to pickup the car stating they don’t take debit cards.6.0 Okay
Oct 2019
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Drop off was super easy.Cons:
Telling the customer all the facts and not throwing me under the bus when I’m 400 miles from home and HAVE to have a car that I don’t get it for the price I received for!!!8.8 Very good
Aug 2019
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I got the type of car I reserved. Car was clean and ready to go. Staff got me taken care of fairly quick.Cons:
The fuel charges were not explained well. I missunderstood the final bill and thought I was overcharged but I think the fuel charges get sorted later after fueling.10.0 Wonderful
Apr 2019
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On the very last day I did not get the gentleman's name. But he had blonde hair. But he was very polite and announced me by my last name which I love! It shows he has manners and did not call me by my first name. It was pretty crowded but I got out at a efficient time.Cons:
When I first checked in Miss Kristen had call me by my first name I like to be called by my last name. Otherwise everything else was great and she upgraded me to a full size car without additional cost. I did not expect that great customer service!7.2 Good
Mar 2019
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Having a full tank10.0 Wonderful
Oct 2018
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Great customer service! My vehicle was ready when I arrived to pick it up. The cost was quite competitive, and the 2018 Nissan Versa that I rented exhibited no problems during use.Hertz
6.0
Okay
11 reviewsCleanliness
5.5
Comfort
5.5
Pick-up/Drop-off
4.6
Value for money
5.5
One location in Erie
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2.0 Poor
Feb 2021
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Better description on what is needed to rent vehicals6.0 Okay
Aug 2020
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Pickup was fine. Drop-off location is closed. Hertz has the correct location on their website, however KAYAK is listing a CLOSED location.5.6 Fair
Jul 2019
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The staff was very quick and got me in-and-out fast on both the pick up and drop off.Cons:
The car was a crappier model than what I was expecting. There was some sort of mechanical issue that was causing vibration and noise. It smelled like it had been smoked in for all of its 14,000 miles. The steering wheel was sticky. The vehicle braked suddenly and unexpectedly while I was driving.8.0 Very good
Apr 2017
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The godawful car that I got from the Newark Hertz got a flat tire and the Pocono Township Hertz was nearby. They let us swap out the bad car for one that had four working tires.Cons:
It would have been nice if I didn't have to stop here in the first place.8.0 Very good
Mar 2022
6.0 Okay
Mar 2021
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Having a carCons:
Guy at service desk was VERY rude. Car has dents, scrapes and a cigarette burn in the passenger seat.Avis
5.5
Fair
7 reviewsCleanliness
5.5
Comfort
5.5
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.3
Value for money
4.7
2 locations in Erie
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6.0 Okay
Oct 2022
6.0 Okay
Jun 2021
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Pick-up and drop-off went wellCons:
Rental car had a slight smell of 2nd hand cigarette smoke. I didn't want to be charged for the odor, so I raised a 'big stink'!National
10.0
Wonderful
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Cleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
Value for money
10.0
One location in Erie
Easirent
4.7
Mediocre
No reviews available
One location in Erie
Rent-A-Wreck
No score available yet
One location in Erie
Sunnycars
No score available yet
One location in Erie
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