Lubbock car rentals from $33/day

Due to the large number of vehicles that operate between the city centers, it would be advisable to rent a small compact vehicle, which is ideal for touring the local sights. However, bigger vehicles are recommended for big groups of people, such as families and organizations, as you will be able to find short-term flexible parking just near the Preston Smith International Airport area.

The statutory speed limit within the urban district is 30mph, however, the speed limit inside school zones is set at 20mph. Unlike other states, which have a speed limit of 65-75mph, Texas is known for having the highest speed limit in the country of 85mph on highways and intersections. Drivers should therefore be cautious when driving in the outskirts of the city, as well as be aware that the highways of Lubbock and areas where the speed limit changes are usually set up with street traps. Generally, drivers can be pulled over for driving at 5mph over the designated speed limit, therefore you’re advised to be diligent in following traffic rules.

There are a number of short-term and long-term parking options available for both small compatible vehicles as well as large vans and trucks. Neighbor has rates averaging about $60 per month. The Texas Tech University Parking lot is also accessible for parking, open to the public and convenient for anyone avoiding the hassle of the city. There are Transportation and Parking Services that have hourly and daily rates for both surface and garage parking, ranging from approximately $1.50 to $9.

On average a rental car in Lubbock costs $63 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 Lubbock found in the last 2 weeks is $52.

Car rental companies onsite at Lubbock airport include Budget and Thrifty.

The only car rental company that offers shuttle or pick-up services from Lubbock airport to off-airport locations is Budget.

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A Standard car rental in Lubbock costs $84 per day, on average.

A Premium car rental in Lubbock costs $104 per day, on average.

A Full Size car rental in Lubbock costs $138 per day, on average.

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

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Fortunately for renters, Lubbock is free of toll roads. However, this does not mean you’re exempted from paying other state road tolls when driving Lubbock car rentals outside the city. Some toll roads in the state include SH 130, Interstate 820, and I-635.

Renters flying into the city will find it convenient to acquire cheap car rentals in Lubbock from LBB Airport. However, the downtown rental car center will be closed for those accessing the city by other means such as bus or train. Avis and Budget have offices in Suite F, while Enterprise offices can be found along Buddy Holly Avenue.