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How far in advance should you book a rental car in Roanoke?
You should book your rental car in Roanoke around 67 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.
What is the cheapest car rental company in Roanoke?
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Dollar ($27.12/day), Budget ($29.00/day) and Hertz ($34.50/day). The cheapest rental car price was found at Dollar 5202 Aviation Drive Northwest (3.8 mi from city center).
What is the best rental car company in Roanoke?
Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car rental companies in Roanoke are Budget (6.6, 21 reviews), Dollar (10.0, 2 reviews), and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7.7, 14 reviews).
Intermediate rentals (Toyota Corolla or similar) are the most popular type of vehicle to rent in Roanoke. Intermediate rentals in Roanoke cost $73/day on average, though some users have found deals as low as $49/day.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Roanoke?
The cheapest month to rent a car in Roanoke is January at an average cost of $51/day. July is the most expensive month to rent a car in Roanoke when prices are $80/day on average, which tends to be 31% above the yearly average rental price for Roanoke.
What rental car company in Roanoke has the most locations?
Enterprise Rent-A-Car operates 6 locations in Roanoke, more than any other rental company.
Small market book ahead. They do not honor same day reservations. Inventory is slim
JamesOct 2023
Roanoke is fine other than leaving town on Friday afternoon around 5. If you re. T at the offsite Budget location they have now had consolidated with the airport location.
MarthaAug 2023
You can rent the car while you are waiting for your bags to arrive at the carousel.
IvanMay 2023
Driving in Roanoke is the same as anywhere else. However, you have to pay to park everywhere.
KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Roanoke
Renting a car for traveling to Roanoke is not just convenient but very economical, especially if you're traveling in a group. You can get a minivan or a station wagon from car rentals in Roanoke and make the trip not just enjoyable but flexible and safe as well. Even if you are traveling alone or on business matters, having a car gives you the ability to schedule your meetings accordingly and meet your associates on time. More conveniently, you can venture out into the more hidden attractions in and outside the city at your own pace without having to worry about when or how to get there. You can even skip town for one day and go catch a game at the Greens Folly Golf Course about 90 miles away, then ride horses at the Shangrila Guest House about 12 miles away from there.
When you arrive at the Roanoke Blacksburg Regional Airport (ROA), you can find the rental car center at the baggage claim area. There are several Roanoke car rental agencies on airport premises, including Avis, Budget, Dollar, National, and Enterprise.
Jaywalking was decriminalized in Virginia, so you may want to watch out for pedestrians jumping into the road with no warning, whether on marked crosswalks or not. Pay close attention at intersections where you may also run into cyclists and be wary of motorists who may not signal when turning. Drive carefully at the Orange Avenue and Williamson Road intersection—this main intersection is usually backed up and may take a few light cycles before you’re finally able to get through.
The morning commute rush hour in Roanoke starts at 6am and goes all the way to 8am. In the evening, you can expect rush hour traffic from 3pm to 7pm. Roanoke is a relatively big city, so you can expect the traffic to be backed up bumper-to-bumper during rush hours. Interstate 81, Interstate 581, and Highway 220 get especially congested, so make sure to tune into traffic updates before you start your journey.
If you love adventure and visiting new destinations, you should rent a car from one of the cheap car rentals in Roanoke. This is because if you have a rental car from your preferred cheap car rental in Roanoke, you’ll have the opportunity to drive to fun destinations situated on the outskirts of this Virginia town. Some of the elite destinations on the outskirts of Roanoke include Blue Ridge Parkway, the town of Vinton, the city of Salem, the Virginia Museum of Transportation, the Science Museum of Western Museum, and Bottom Creek Lodge. It’s worth noting that all the mentioned attractions are 2h away from Roanoke by car.
In Roanoke, children under the age of two must be seated in a rear-facing car seat while riding in a car while those below the age of seven must be restricted in an appropriate booster seat. To avoid any issues with traffic cops in this town, if you intend to drive the car you rent from a cheap Roanoke car rental with a child below seven years, it’s essential that you have your car rental install a suitable child car seat in the car you want to rent. All Roanoke car rentals offer child car seats at an additional cost. Thus, no matter the cheap car rental in Roanoke you choose to rent from, you can count on easily getting a child seat installed.
In Roanoke, over-speeding is a serious offense. This being the case, from the moment you pick up your rental of choice from your cheap car rental in Roanoke of choice till the moment you return the car, it’s crucial that you drive within the set limits. In this city, you can expect to pay $6 for every mile over the speed limit you were driving. Additionally, you’ll have to part with $200 which is the base penalty amount.
25% of our users found rental cars in Roanoke for $42 or less
Compact rental cars in Roanoke are around 27% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about renting a car in Roanoke
What type of car is recommended for driving in Roanoke?
There are numerous hiking and biking trails in Roanoke, VA, so if you'd like to carry your hiking, biking, or camping gear, it's advisable to hire a double cabin SUV from car rentals in Roanoke. If you're here on business or intend to visit various attractions in the city, then you can get any on-road car that's within your budget, from a coupe to a minivan.
What’s the speed limit in Roanoke?
The statutory speed limit for roads is 55mph for highways and 45mph for routes numbered 600 or higher. Residential and business areas have a statutory speed limit of 25mph, while unpaved roads have a maximum of 35mph. School zones demand a speed limit of 15mph, so be careful not to speed in these areas. There are also traffic cameras set up in various parts of the city and unlawful behavior will be caught.
Where are the best places to park in Roanoke?
Parking spaces are relatively easy to find in Roanoke, with over 1000 on-street spaces and over 7000 off-street parking options. Some of the street parking spaces are free, but metered parking offers free parking for the first 1h, after which it charges about $1 for the second hour and about $3 for the third hour. Three hours is the maximum amount of time you can park on the street. Parking meters operate from 8am to 5pm Monday through Friday and offer free parking after 5pm and on weekends.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Roanoke?
On average a rental car in Roanoke costs $51 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 Roanoke found in the last 2 weeks is $42.
Which car rental companies are at Roanoke airport (ROA)?
Which car rental companies will pick you up at Roanoke airport (ROA)?
Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Roanoke airport to off-airport locations include Dollar, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, and Hertz.
How much does a Standard car rental cost in Roanoke?
A Standard car rental in Roanoke costs $76 per day, on average.
How much does a Compact car rental cost in Roanoke?
A Compact car rental in Roanoke costs $58 per day, on average.
How much does a Mini car rental cost in Roanoke?
A Mini car rental in Roanoke costs $46 per day, on average.
Should I get insurance when renting a car in Roanoke?
Most car rental providers in Roanoke offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car rental in Roanoke, check out KAYAK's car rental insurance guide.
How many car agencies are operating in Roanoke?
KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 10 car rental agencies in Roanoke.
What do I need to know before booking a car rental in Roanoke?
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 Roanoke?
KAYAK searches thousands of car rental agencies to provide you with offers from all car rental agencies operating in Roanoke so that you can compare car rental rates, reviews and pick-up and drop-off locations to find the best deal for you.
Are there any parking garages near Roanoke’s city center?
If you want to park your car at a garage near Roanoke’s city center, you’re in luck, as there are several parking lots surrounding the city center. These garages include Church Avenue Garage on 121 Church Avenue SW, Campbell Court Parking Garage on 15 Campbell Avenue SW, Tower Garage on 10 S Jefferson Street, and Center In the Square Garage on 11 Campbell Avenue SE.
Is it possible to rent a car in downtown Roanoke?
If you’d like to rent a car from one of the cheap car rentals in Roanoke’s downtown, you’ll be able to do so, as Enterprise Rent-A-Car runs a location downtown. This location is on Electric Road.
It was ok at best. They did not have the vehicle that I reserved. No upgrades available. Nothing until 3-4 hours until after my scheduled pickup time. Due to time constraints I settled for a smaller crossover SUV. It was decent however it Did have a dent on tail gate. The interior was clean enough but stains on driver seat and had an odor that did not dissipate throughout the trip. The compensation that I received was a simple I did not have to fuel the vehicle up for my return. The price was only marginally cheaper since I unfortunately went with a smaller vehicle. Overall, not my best rental experience.
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Jul 2024
Compact
Excellent
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Dec 2023
Standard SUV
I did not make this reservation; this was made without my knowledge or consent by someone in another state. Kayak and Budget did nothing to help me handle the identity theft.
2.0 Poor
James, Oct 2023
Minivan
I like the fact it is at the airport, I don’t like the fact they no longer rent from the offsite location I booked from. Van was relatively clean on the inside but the van has seen abuse in the past there were too many dents and scratches to document. In addition the Virginia Inspection sticker was from May 2023 and I rented it on September 29, 2023, so nearly 5 months past due.
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Oct 2022
They did not have any cars
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, May 2021
Cons:
Quick pickup at ROA Friendly personnel. Car very clean
Hard to have to drop car when office was open in Franklin. Would have liked to return the car early and drop keys without checking out. Had to return twice to drop off location.
The enterprise employee could not find the reservation under the confirmation number Kayak gave me. But she rented us a car anyway. So Enterprise was great but Kayak was completely useless. Thanks for nothing!
10.0 Wonderful
Amber, Mar 2021
Pros:
renting the car - agent was very helpful and friendly, easy return of keys, very clean car and comfortable
Cons:
nothing
2.0 Poor
Jason, Dec 2020
Pros:
Staff was friendly.
Cons:
The vehicle was filthy inside. There were crumbs everywhere in the back seats. The non smoking car was definitely smoked in a reeked of cigarettes. The navigation screen was busted. On top of all that, one of the tires had a significant leak and I had to put air in it several times. Very bad experience.
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Dec 2020
Pros:
Staff in ROA very friendly, no one met me in MYR - little unsettling to return car with a representative checking me out.
Weeks after my reservation, after flying across the country, when I went to pick up my rental, I was then told “you can’t rent without a credit card”. I’ve rented quite a few cars over the past several years and have never owned a credit card of any kind. They offered zero help in trying to come up with a solution, just a hard and fast “you’re screwed have fun being stranded (with a family of 6)” thankfully we had family in the area that were willing and able to let us borrow a vehicle until we could get a rental from a legitimate rental company.
8.0 Very good
Susan, Apr 2024
Passenger van
I wish I could have rented for a more reasonable price.
Easy process and they had same day availability which was exactly what I needed
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Aug 2024
Economy
They do not give me the car, because I have debit card and I do not have credit car. I was very disappointed.
2.0 Poor
Adrianna, Apr 2021
Pros:
I didn’t like anything about the whole situation
Cons:
There attitude and how they talk to customers
4.0 Mediocre
Anonymous, Apr 2021
Pros:
The staff was very helpful and kind.
Cons:
The car was NOT clean...at all. There was trash under the drivers seat and it appears that someone spilt a milkshake on the shift stick/center console. I have a hard time believing that if the car was this dirty, that it could have been “sanitized!!” If I had not traveled almost an hour to visit my son, I would have returned the car to exchange.
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