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Budget
Most popular car type
Luxury
Average price
$65/day
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$53/day
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KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Erie
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.
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.
25% of our users found rental cars in Erie for $53 or less
Book your rental car in Erie at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
Standard rental cars in Erie are around 32% 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 $65 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 $61.
How much is gas price in Erie?
The average gas price in Erie 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.
What is the most popular rental car in Erie?
Luxury (Ford Expedition 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 and Hertz.
Which car rental companies will pick you up at Erie airport (ERI)?
Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Erie airport to off-airport locations include Budget, and Hertz.
A Luxury car rental in Erie costs $114 per day, on average.
How much does a Compact car rental cost in Erie?
A Compact car rental in Erie costs $72 per day, on average.
How much does a Standard car rental cost in Erie?
A Standard car rental in Erie costs $91 per day, on average.
What is the most popular rental car location in Erie?
In Erie, cars are most frequently rented at Budget 4135 West 12th Street (5 miles from city center).
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.
Given a car with horrible perfume embedded in it and a leaky tire that had a nail in it. Had to delay trip after calling 800 number because they would only send roadside assistance after 7:30pm. Three thumbs down.
4.0 Mediocre
Anonymous, Sep 2022
I landed at Erie international in my private plane. I got a ride to the terminal. The Budget desk in the terminal was dark. I asked the adjacent rental desk attendant about where the Budget attendant might be and was told probably washing cars. I turned away and purple by chance saw a young woman hunched down behind the counter in the dark texting or playing a game on her phone. I got her attention. She was reluctant and sullen as I disturbed her. She said I didn’t have a reservation and she had no cars. I said I have my reservation number, she said my reservation was for the off site Budget rental dealer about 1/2 mile away. I had to walk there. As I arrived this same woman arrived at the Budget operation I had just walked to, driving a car. Not good customer service. She could have offered me a ride. She could have been more accommodating. The operation seems to be operating in survival mode. Will rent elsewhere on my next trip to Erie PA. Car was fine.
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