Harrisburg car rentals

Harrisburg car rentals

Compare hundreds of rental car sites at once for car rental deals in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

Same drop-off
Mon 6/12
Noon
Mon 6/19
Noon

Let KAYAK do the searching

Save 32% or more

Compare hundreds of rental car sites at once for car rental deals in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

We’re completely free to use – no hidden charges or fees

Filter by car type, free cancellation and more

Harrisburg car rental information

Pick-up locationHarrisburg
Car typesCompact, Compact SUV, Economy, Full-size, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Mini, Standard, Standard SUV, Supplier choice
Rental locations13
Airport locations4
Popular agenciesHertz, Turo, Avis, Dollar

Cheap car rentals in Harrisburg

Economy$34/day
Compact$35/day
Intermediate$32/day
Standard$25/day
Full-size$43/day
Mini$40/day
Supplier choice$34/day
Compact SUV$36/day
Intermediate SUV$40/day
Standard SUV$43/day
Best rates found by KAYAK users in the past 48 hours.

Top tips for renting a car in Harrisburg

  • Main roads in Harrisburg provide smooth navigation. On the other hand, roads off the main roads are composed of alternating two- and one-way streets, which can be confusing. Potholes are also common on some Harrisburg roads due to the extreme winter temperatures that cause the freezing of seeped water underneath roads. As such, driving Harrisburg car rentals off the main roads can be a bit challenging for outsiders. Road markings on certain streets are no longer visible due to wear out. We advise finding a route to your destination before getting behind the wheels of cheap car rentals in Harrisburg. You can equip your rental with GPS to help you find the best routes to your destination. While driving, look for signs and road marking to help you reach your destination safely.
  • In Harrisburg, anyone above 21 years operating a vehicle with a BAC of more than 0.08% will be penalized. Those below 21 should not operate vehicles with a BAC of more than 0.02%. The penalty and fines imposed will depend on your alcohol concentration. Higher alcohol concentrations will attract heavier fines. The law requires drivers of cheap car rentals in Harrisburg to clear their vehicles of ice and snow during winter before getting on the road. Failure to do this might lead to dislodged ice which may cause injuries to pedestrians and other road users. You will be held liable when this happens. Driving on the left lane for more than two miles attracts a fine. So does using your windshield wipers without turning on your headlights.
  • Maneuver your vehicle with ease around the city and from Harrisburg to other cities using main roads. U.S. Route 22 circles the northeast center of the city. It runs north to Wildwood Park and the Susquehanna River. Interstate 81 cuts across northern Harrisburg, heading to Michaux State Forest and Wilkes-Barre in the south and northeast, respectively. It passes several states from New York to Tennessee. Interstate 76 takes you to Pittsburg in the west and Philadelphia in the east.
  • Harrisburg is like many U.S. cities in that it was designed and planned for automobiles. Public transportation in the city is quite lacking and their service is slow and inefficient. If you want to get around town efficiently, a personal vehicle is definitely the best option. For example, the 5-minute drive that it takes to get from downtown Harrisburg to the State Museum of Pennsylvania quickly turns into a 25-minute ride on public transport.
  • Those arriving at Harrisburg International Airport who are looking to rent a vehicle right after landing will find that the rental car desks are conveniently located in the Ground Floor Transportation Center of the airport’s main terminal.
  • Though Harrisburg is not that far north, it still experiences the occasional winter storms. Ice and snow can quickly blanket roads and drivers should be prepared for wintery weather if they visit during the colder months of the year. Drivers not confident in their ability to handle the snow and ice should make sure to drive extra carefully and to check the weather regularly so that a storm doesn’t catch them by surprise.
  • Drivers can expect the morning rush hour in Harrisburg to pick up at around 6:30 a.m. during the workweek and to finish up by around 9:00 a.m. As for the afternoon rush hour, it is a bit less severe and starts at about 4:00 p.m. and quiets down shortly after 6:00 p.m. The Capital Beltway is one of the more bogged-down avenues in Harrisburg, particularly as it crosses the Susquehanna River.
  • 25% of our users found rental cars in Harrisburg for $48 or less
  • Book your rental car in Harrisburg at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price

FAQs about renting a car in Harrisburg

Harrisburg car rental reviews and directory

Hertz

7.9

Best rated
Cheapest deal

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.4

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.2

Value for money

7.8

3 locations in Harrisburg

Show locations
from $35/day

Locations in Harrisburg

2 Terminal Drive

+1 717 944 4080

Monday09:00 - 23:59
Tuesday09:00 - 23:59
Wednesday09:00 - 23:59
Thursday09:00 - 23:59
Friday09:00 - 23:59
Saturday09:00 - 23:59
Sunday09:00 - 23:59
View deals

2741 Paxton Street

+1 717 561 2107

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 23:59
View deals

3462 Paxton Street

+1 717 561 2107

Monday09:00 - 23:59
Tuesday09:00 - 23:59
Wednesday09:00 - 23:59
Thursday09:00 - 23:59
Friday09:00 - 23:59
Saturday09:00 - 23:59
View deals

Filters

Show reviews that mention

Reviews

2.0 Poor

Jun 2022

KAYAK
We arrived there and no cars were available and no one notified us and we were stranded there. They had no solutions for us

10.0 Wonderful

Jan 2022

KAYAK
Everything was great! The staff were super friendly and helpful. The car was fantastic. Awesome experience!

4.0 Mediocre

Oct 2021

KAYAK
I arrived after a full day of flying across country and was exhausted. The woman handling my rental had already chosen a car which would not have been my preference. I arrived at the counter by wheelchair and explained that I needed a car with a more upright seat. She disregarded my comments and said to check the car and come back to the counter if I wanted to switch. At this point, handling my bags and walking with a crutch, this was an unrealistic expectation on her part. I managed to use the car, but found it painful getting in and out of it.

8.0 Very good

May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Price was good and the car was nice and clean.

Cons:

When I dropped off at JFK Airport, I was in dire need of a restroom after driving across New York and getting stuck in traffic. The woman at the desk didn’t want to give the code to use the restroom. I guess that will teach me not to have White Privilege.

8.0 Very good

Apr 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Great car, very clean

6.0 Okay

Jan 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

Was missing window scraper. Car was from Florida, the windshield wiper fluid was not freeze proof. It froze solid in Pennsylvania. I had to stop several times, go to gas station to clean windshield so that I could see. THis was annoying.

1 out of 16

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.0

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.3

Value for money

7.5

2 locations in Harrisburg

Show locations
from $59/day

Locations in Harrisburg

112 N Mountain Rd

+1 717 671 8455

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 17:00
Sunday08:00 - 17:00
View deals

2222 Paxton St

+1 717 564 9444

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 23:59
Sunday10:00 - 15:00
View deals

Filters

Show reviews that mention

Reviews

10.0 Wonderful

Oct 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

The service,and the vehicle.

Cons:

The price

9.2 Wonderful

Jun 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Easy and staff friendly

Cons:

Kia driver’s seat is so uncomfortable !

8.8 Very good

Apr 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Courteous staff. Great car for the price. Car could have been cleaner inside and out, but overall a nice rental experience.

10.0 Wonderful

Apr 2017

KAYAK

Pros:

The service was excellent. The staff was an incredible team. Antoine is amazing. He is so friendly, yet professional, taking care of multiple customers, yet, not one of them could feel neglected. He used teamwork, asking others to finish customer' service he had set up in computer. I looked up his name, online; it means; "from Latin Antonius) that could mean beyond praise or highly praise-worthy. " I regret, I did not get the name, of the gentleman who took me to my car, and finished my contract. He to was friendly and efficient. Then, when I returned my car, Enterprise hooked me up, with a ride home. Mr. Caesar was very nice to converse with, on the way home. Thanks Enterprise!

10.0 Wonderful

Sep 2016

KAYAK

Pros:

Easy and quick

Cons:

N/A

2.0 Poor

Sep 2022

KAYAK
The woman at the Harrisburg location used a machine that wouldn’t accept my credit card. I called the credit card company to make sure the prob was not on my end and it wasn’t but she was ready to send me away, not that I would have gotten far without a car… I finally convinced her to try a different machine and of course it worked. I understand that she was stressed and working alone but honestly to think she would turn a customer away is astounding. She did not apologize when we realized finally it was her mistake.

1 out of 2

Budget

5.9

Most popular

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.1

Value for money

6.2

One location in Harrisburg

Show locations
from $55/day

Locations in Harrisburg

4612 Jonestown Road

+1 717 652 2222

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 17:00
Sunday08:00 - 17:00
View deals

Filters

Reviews

8.0 Very good

Oct 2022

KAYAK
Brand new SUV Thanks

8.0 Very good

May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff friendly & helpful; Pick-up & Drop-off very easy.

Cons:

Clarifications about insurance options with online booking.

10.0 Wonderful

May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Car was ready when promised, staff was great. Great experience.

6.4 Okay

Oct 2017

KAYAK

Pros:

The car was really nice, clean and well equipped.

Cons:

I didn't know that the vehicle was not at the airport so I had to pay $40 for a cab to take me to the rental car place. had to change my reservation to drop off at the airport and was then told that I had limited miles so I got charged a lot more than I was expecting. I also couldn't figure out the push button start on the car!

8.0 Very good

Aug 2017

KAYAK

Pros:

The rental and dropoff process was fast. Very nice customer service.

Cons:

none

10.0 Wonderful

Jun 2017

KAYAK

Pros:

No hassle, car ready at the time promised, fast return!

1 out of 5

Avis

No score available yet

2 locations in Harrisburg

Show locations
from $50/day

Locations in Harrisburg

4201 Chambers Hill Road

(1) 717-697-4321

Opening times not available

View deals

4612 Jonestown Rd

+1 717 652 2222

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 17:00
Sunday08:00 - 17:00
View deals

Filters

No reviews available

Easirent

No score available yet

2 locations in Harrisburg

Show locations

Locations in Harrisburg

Capital City Airport

Opening times not available

View deals

Harrisburg International Airport

Opening times not available

View deals

Filters

No reviews available

Dollar

No score available yet

One location in Harrisburg

Show locations
from $45/day

Locations in Harrisburg

2741 Paxton Street

+1 717 561 2107

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 23:59
View deals

Filters

No reviews available

Sunnycars

No score available yet

One location in Harrisburg

Show locations

Locations in Harrisburg

2 Terminal Drive

Opening times not available

View deals

Filters

No reviews available

123 travelers who rented a car in Harrisburg gave the car agency they used an average rating of 7.4

Car rental locations in or near Harrisburg

Good to know

Most popular agency

Budget

Most popular car type

Full-size

Average price

$60/day

Good deal

$48/day

When to book a rental car in Harrisburg

Average daily price per month
Rental car prices as pick-up date approaches