Opelousas car rentals from $257/day

On average a rental car in Opelousas costs $74 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 Opelousas found in the last 2 weeks is $47.

In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Enterprise Rent-A-Car ($257/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest rental car price was found at Enterprise Rent-A-Car 1220 S Union St 70570 (1 miles from city center).

The average gas price in Opelousas is $3.93 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between $47 and $63, depending on the car size.

Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Opelousas.

Car rental companies onsite at Lafayette Regional airport include Hertz, Dollar, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Budget, GREEN MOTION, Alamo, Avis and National.

Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Lafayette Regional airport to off-airport locations include Hertz, Dollar, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Ace, Budget, Alamo, Avis, and National.

Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.

A Mini car rental in Opelousas costs $148 per day, on average.

An Intermediate car rental in Opelousas costs $71 per day, on average.

A Compact car rental in Opelousas costs $62 per day, on average.

In Opelousas, cars are most frequently rented at Budget 200 Terminal Drive, Suite 107 (23 miles from city center).

On average a rental car in Opelousas costs $520 per week ($74 per day).

On average a rental car in Opelousas costs $2,229 per month ($74 per day).

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

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A comfortable sedan or compact SUV are among the highly recommended types of cars to consider renting from the car rentals in Opelousas. Most roads in Opelousas are well-maintained and not overly congested, making these car types ideal for navigating the city and its surroundings. A sedan provides a balance between fuel efficiency and comfort, while a compact SUV offers slightly more space and versatility, which can be helpful in exploring nearby attractions. These car types should be chosen above others as they provide a pleasant driving experience while catering to the city's road conditions and typical travel needs.

When driving your rented car from the car rentals in Opelousas in residential areas, you'll have to maintain a 25- to 30-mph speed limit. School and church zones often have reduced limits of 15 to 20 mph during school hours. Highways around Opelousas usually have limits ranging from 55 to 70 mph, while business centers might have lower speed limits, around 35 to 45 mph. Please be aware of the speed cameras in certain areas, particularly on roads like Route 190 and Interstate 49. The speed cameras are commonly mounted near schools, intersections, and high-traffic zones.

For convenient parking in Opelousas, you can opt for hotels offering free on-site parking. If you can't get a hotel with on-site parking, consider public metered parking options. Some popular parking lots to consider for your rented car from the Opelousas car rentals include the Main Street Parking Lot, Courthouse Square Parking, and South Street Parking. You should, however, note that certain areas may require payment for parking, averaging around $1.50 to $2 per hour.