Evanston car rentals from $40/day

On average a rental car in Evanston costs $59 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 Evanston found in the last 2 weeks is $36.

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

Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from O'Hare Intl airport to off-airport locations include Routes Car & Truck Rentals, 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 Evanston costs $152 per day, on average.

A Premium car rental in Evanston costs $194 per day, on average.

A Luxury car rental in Evanston costs $105 per day, on average.

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

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

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

Finding a suitable vehicle to go when in Evanston may be daunting as plenty of options are available. Factoring in the number of people you are traveling with, the luggage you need to transport, and the places you need to visit affects the size of car you choose for rent. If you're traveling with family, you could get a minivan or a pick-up if you have big-sized luggage to move around with. You could also get a small compact car if you drive alone or with a partner. Evanston roads are wide; therefore, any vehicle would suit those roads.

The city-wide speed limit in Evanston is 25 mph unless there is a sign indicating the specific speed limit for different roads. The speed limit, however, may fluctuate based on the road you are driving on and how busy the road is. For instance, in all residential areas, the speed limit is 25 mph, which differs from a highway stretching to about 55 mph. Some of the speed signs within the city are illuminated to enhance visibility, so it will be difficult to miss a sign. The city also has various speed traps to keep track of drivers and motorists violating the speed limit laws.

Evanston has three 24/7 self-park garages in the downtown areas where you can get long-term parking services. There are various free and metered parking spaces throughout Evanston. The metered parking ranges from $0.5 to $2 for every hour you use the parking. Paid parking in Evanston takes effect from 8:00 am to 9:00 pm every Monday to Saturday. When looking for spaces to park later than 9 pm or earlier than 8 am, you could use the metered parking for free. Parking on holidays and Sundays in Evanston is free in all parking lots except for lakefront parking areas.