St Joseph car rentals from $51/day

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a KAYAK user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car rental in St Joseph with a pick-up date of 5/29 and drop-off date of 6/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.

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Cheap car rentals in St Joseph

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Mitsubishi Mirage car
Mitsubishi Mirage
or similar Small
2
2
4-5
$51/day
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Nissan Versa car
Nissan Versa
or similar Small
4
2
2/4
$51/day
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Toyota Corolla car
Toyota Corolla
or similar Medium
5
3
2/4
$51/day
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Volkswagen Jetta car
Volkswagen Jetta
or similar Medium
5
3
4-5
$54/day
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Chevrolet Malibu car
Chevrolet Malibu
or similar Large
5
2
2/4
$52/day
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Chrysler Pacifica car
Chrysler Pacifica
or similar Van
5
5
4-5
$75/day
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Chevrolet Traverse car
Chevrolet Traverse
or similar SUV
5
2
4-5
$69/day
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Volkswagen Passat car
Volkswagen Passat
or similar Large
5
5
4-5
$94/day
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Toyota Tacoma car
Toyota Tacoma
or similar Pickup truck
5
3
2/4
$54/day
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Hyundai Kona car
Hyundai Kona
or similar SUV
4
2
4-5
$59/day
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Chevrolet Equinox car
Chevrolet Equinox
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
$60/day
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Nissan Rogue car
Nissan Rogue
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
$64/day
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Most popular agency

Budget

Most popular car type

Standard

Average price

$81/day

Good deal

$59/day

KAYAK’s insights & trends for St Joseph car rentals

Check out the latest trends and booking tips to rent a car in St Joseph with confidence.

How far in advance should you book a rental car in St Joseph?

You should book your rental car in St Joseph around 86 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the cheapest car rental company in St Joseph?

In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Budget ($37.08/day), Avis ($37.55/day) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car ($58.34/day). The cheapest rental car price was found at Budget 2015 South Belt Highway (2.8 mi from city center).

What is the best rental car company in St Joseph?

Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car rental companies in St Joseph are Enterprise Rent-A-Car (10.0, 1 review), Hertz (6.3), and Avis (0.0, 36 reviews).
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Rated 10.0/10
Hertz
Hertz
Rated 6.3/10
Avis
Avis
Rated 0.0/10
Budget
Budget
Rated 0.0/10

What is the most popular rental car in St Joseph?

Intermediate rentals (Toyota RAV4 or similar) are the most popular type of vehicle to rent in St Joseph. Intermediate rentals in St Joseph cost $64/day on average, though some users have found deals as low as $45/day.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in St Joseph?

The cheapest month to rent a car in St Joseph is January at an average cost of $44/day. May is the most expensive month to rent a car in St Joseph when prices are $74/day on average, which tends to be 23% above the yearly average rental price for St Joseph.

What rental car company in St Joseph has the most locations?

Avis and Budget each operate 2 locations in St Joseph, more than any other rental company.
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KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in St Joseph

  • St. Joseph is a relatively small city, and while there are some public transportation options available, they are limited in scope. Getting a car rental in St. Joseph provides more flexibility in terms of when and where you can go. While renting cheap car rentals in St. Joseph may seem expensive at first, it can actually be less expensive than taking taxis or ride-sharing services, especially if you plan on traveling frequently or for a longer period of time. Places worth visiting in or around St. Joseph, MO, that are more accessible by St. Joseph car rentals include the Jesse James Home Museum, Missouri Western State University, and the Pony Express National Museum.
  • Kansas City International Airport (MCI) is located about 50 miles from St. Joseph car rentals. It has several rental car companies located on the airport grounds. The rental car offices are located in a separate building, just a short shuttle ride from the terminals. The shuttle pick-up location is outside the baggage claim area at each terminal. The airport shuttle operates 24/7 and is free of charge. It runs every 5–10 minutes, so you should not have to wait long. The rental car companies located at Kansas City Airport include Avis, Budget, Alamo, Dollar, Enterprise, Payless, Hertz, National, and Thrifty.
  • In terms of driving style, St. Joseph drivers are generally calm and patient, but that being said, there are occasional instances of aggressive driving, particularly during rush hour or on crowded roads. Bicycles are also not particularly common on the roads in St. Joseph, but there are some dedicated bike lanes in certain areas. Trucks are a common sight, particularly on highways and major routes. In addition, pedestrians are generally respectful of traffic signals and crosswalks, but it's still important for you to keep an eye out for jaywalking and be prepared to yield when driving cheap car rentals in St. Joseph.
  • Rush hour in St. Joseph typically runs from 7:00 am to 9:00 am and from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm on weekdays. During these peak hours, traffic can be heavier on the main roads, such as Frederick Ave., Belt Hwy., and South Riverside Rd.  St. Joseph can also experience harsh winter weather, with occasional snow and ice storms. During these times, the roads can become slippery and difficult to navigate, particularly on bridges and overpasses. It's important to drive your car rental in St. Joseph cautiously during such times and allow extra time for commuting.
  • 25% of our users found rental cars in St Joseph for $59 or less
  • Compact rental cars in St Joseph are around 60% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about renting a car in St Joseph

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in St Joseph?

    On average a rental car in St Joseph costs $81 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 St Joseph found in the last 2 weeks is $74.

  • Which car rental companies are at Kansas City airport (MCI)?

    Car rental companies onsite at Kansas City airport include Payless and Thrifty.

  • Which car rental companies will pick you up at Kansas City airport (MCI)?

    Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Kansas City airport to off-airport locations include Payless, and Thrifty.

  • How can I find car rentals near me in St Joseph?

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

  • How much does a Standard car rental cost in St Joseph?

    A Standard car rental in St Joseph costs $63 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Full Size car rental cost in St Joseph?

    A Full Size car rental in St Joseph costs $207 per day, on average.

  • How much does an Intermediate car rental cost in St Joseph?

    An Intermediate car rental in St Joseph costs $75 per day, on average.

  • What is the most popular rental car location in St Joseph?

    In St Joseph, cars are most frequently rented at Avis 2015 South Belt Highway (3 miles from city center).

  • Should I get insurance when renting a car in St Joseph?

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

  • How many car agencies are operating in St Joseph?

    KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 4 car rental agencies in St Joseph.

  • What do I need to know before booking a car rental in St Joseph?

    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 St Joseph?

    KAYAK searches thousands of car rental agencies to provide you with offers from all car rental agencies operating in St Joseph so that you can compare car rental rates, reviews and pick-up and drop-off locations to find the best deal for you.

  • What type of car is recommended for driving a car rental in St. Joseph?

    If you plan on driving on rural roads or in areas with rough terrain in St. Joseph, an SUV or crossover with all-wheel drive may be an ideal St. Joseph car rental. This will provide more stability and traction on uneven surfaces. An example of a suitable SUV for driving in St. Joseph could be the Jeep Grand Cherokee, which has good off-road capabilities, or the Honda CR-V, which has all-wheel drive and good fuel efficiency.

  • What’s the speed limit when driving a car rental in St. Joseph?

    The speed limit in St. Joseph varies depending on the type of road and the location. In general, the speed limit in residential areas is 25 mph, unless otherwise posted. On most main streets, the speed limit is usually 35 mph, though some roads may have higher limits, such as 45 mph or 55 mph. In some areas, school zones have lower speed limits, typically 20 mph when children are present. Since the speed limit varies, it's important to keep an eye out for posted signs when driving a St. Joseph car rental.

  • Where are the best places to park a car rental in St. Joseph?

    There are several options for parking cheap car rentals in St. Joseph. In general, parking meters and pay stations can be found in commercial areas and downtown, where parking is in high demand. Most meters accept coins or credit cards, and the maximum time limit is typically 2 hours.  There are also several parking garages and lots available in the downtown area, offering both hourly and daily rates.

St Joseph car rental reviews and directory

 
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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

10.0

Wonderful

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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

One location in St Joseph

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Locations in St Joseph

2318 N Belt Hwy

+1 816 233 9999

Monday07:00 - 18:00
Tuesday07:30 - 17:00
Wednesday07:30 - 17:00
Thursday07:30 - 17:00
Friday07:30 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday10:00 - 13:00

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Feb 2025

Premium

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Great experience with the tremendous customer service. Friendly and easy going people I encounter at the service desk. Assisted me getting my rental and seng me on my way. It was in and out in no time.

1 out of 1

Hertz

6.3

Okay

One location in St Joseph

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3900 Frederick Ave

+1 816 253 6464

Monday08:00 - 16:00
Tuesday08:00 - 16:00
Wednesday08:00 - 16:00
Thursday08:00 - 16:00
Friday08:00 - 16:00

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Avis

No score available yet

2 locations in St Joseph

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1 Nassau Circle

+1 816 464 6200

Monday00:00 - 02:0007:30 - 17:00
Tuesday07:30 - 17:0000:00 - 02:00
Wednesday07:30 - 17:0000:00 - 02:00
Thursday07:30 - 17:0000:00 - 02:00
Friday00:00 - 02:0007:30 - 17:00
Saturday07:30 - 17:0000:00 - 02:00
Sunday07:30 - 17:00

2015 South Belt Highway

+1 816 233 3356

Monday07:00 - 18:00
Tuesday07:00 - 18:00
Wednesday07:00 - 18:00
Thursday07:00 - 18:00
Friday07:00 - 18:00
Saturday08:00 - 16:00
Sunday10:00 - 13:00

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2.0 Poor

brian, Apr 2025

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
They more than doubled the charged kayak quoted. Never again.

10.0 Wonderful

Suman, Feb 2025

Compact

KAYAK
Always works best

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, May 2024

Standard SUV

KAYAK
Friendly staff and quick once we got to the counter. This is likely because I listen to the questions the previous customers are asked and I am prepared to respond so I can get to my car quicker. Upon return, we gave the counter staff an unopened half case of water because we obviously couldn’t take it on our flight and the staff couldn’t have more appreciative and thankful. Very polite.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Apr 2024

Standard SUV

KAYAK
Paid for an SUV, ended up with a Malibu. Back wheels out of alignment, very uncomfortable ride. Reverse camera faulty. Seats both had dirt on them…really gross. Clearly had not been cleaned. Chip on windshield - right in frojt of where driver is looking. Mentioned this on the way out. Currently got 3 different charges pending on my credit card from Avis - why? Still don’t have a final bill/email confirmation from them. Zero contact since drop-off 24 hours ago.

10.0 Wonderful

Jonathan, Apr 2024

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
Very easy and car was a good car. Everything you would want in a rental.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Mar 2024

Premium

KAYAK
Fast and friendly

1 out of 12

Budget

No score available yet

2 locations in St Joseph

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Locations in St Joseph

2015 South Belt Highway

+1 816 233 3402

Monday07:00 - 18:00
Tuesday07:00 - 18:00
Wednesday07:00 - 18:00
Thursday07:00 - 18:00
Friday07:00 - 18:00
Saturday08:00 - 16:00
Sunday10:00 - 13:00

703 London Drive

+1 816 243 5757

Monday07:00 - 18:0000:00 - 02:00
Tuesday07:00 - 18:0000:00 - 02:00
Wednesday07:00 - 18:0000:00 - 02:00
Thursday00:00 - 02:0007:00 - 18:00
Friday07:00 - 18:0000:00 - 02:00
Saturday08:00 - 16:00
Sunday08:00 - 16:00

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4.0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Mar 2024

Minivan

KAYAK
Didn't have the class of vehicle I reserved. I was stuck with a much larger vehicle or risk waiting who knows how long for the vehicle I had reserved.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Jan 2024

Economy

KAYAK
I reserved an Economy car, I got an SUV, I paid over $26 more in fuel than I wanted. If they can't provide the car reserved they should not advertise they have one so I could have moved onto another company. You should not support companies that cannot provide what has been requested.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, May 2022

KAYAK
Spent several hours on hold, sent several emails. Need received Final receipt

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Staf on both ends were great

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

The counter was closed prior to the scheduled closing time. We were unable to pick up our rental under this reservation and had to check nearby counters that were still open to try to find an available rental. The entire fiasco ended up costing us more than double the original reservation. How will we receive compensation for the unacceptable incompetence?

Cons:

You could have remained open until your scheduled closing time or at least until our scheduled pickup. We called ahead once the plane was on the ground and no one ever picked up despite it being 15 minutes prior to our reservation.

6.0 Okay

Anonymous, Apr 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

Our flight was delayed, the rental office was closed at the airport when we arrived at 1205am. No options but to wait there till 7am to get car. Spent $185 for a cab and hotel that wasn't in our travel plans or budget. No help or discount from budget rental!!!

1 out of 7

National

No score available yet

One location in St Joseph

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648 Madrid Ave

+1 844 868 8502

Monday06:00 - 23:59
Tuesday06:00 - 23:59
Wednesday06:00 - 23:59
Thursday06:00 - 23:59
Friday06:00 - 23:59
Saturday06:00 - 23:59
Sunday06:00 - 23:59

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Payless

No score available yet

One location in St Joseph

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1 Nassau Circle

+1 816 464 2100

Monday07:30 - 17:0000:00 - 02:00
Tuesday00:00 - 02:0007:30 - 17:00
Wednesday00:00 - 02:0007:30 - 17:00
Thursday07:30 - 17:0000:00 - 02:00
Friday07:30 - 17:0000:00 - 02:00
Saturday07:30 - 17:0000:00 - 02:00
Sunday07:30 - 17:00

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4.0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Mar 2025

Minivan

KAYAK
We could have had a spare in the trunk caught a flat.

10.0 Wonderful

Edgar, Aug 2024

Pickup truck

KAYAK
The staff was extremely friendly and accommodating. The car was clean, pick up and drop off for simple.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Aug 2024

Full-size

KAYAK
They added on charges that amounted to 178.00 more. That increased the cost by almost double!!

2.0 Poor

Fritz, Jun 2024

Standard SUV

KAYAK
Booked “standard suv” category and received a banged up old minivan instead. Car was disgusting outside and especially inside! Took forever to receive the car and then even longer to get out of the gate due to their system freezing up. Not impressed at all!

6.0 Okay

Jodi, Apr 2024

Economy

KAYAK
Getting from baggage claim to Payless terminal had to stand in long lines to get on the bus. The customer service agent was very nice and friendly. We ended up getting an electric car, but never told us about what charging stations we could use being not familiar with that type of electric car and where the charging stations were a big problem wasted a lot of time during our driving experience, trying to find chargers that would work.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Mar 2024

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
It was easy and great.

1 out of 9

Sixt

No score available yet

One location in St Joseph

Locations in St Joseph

575 London Drive

+1 888 749 8227

Monday00:00 - 02:0006:00 - 23:59
Tuesday06:00 - 23:5900:00 - 02:00
Wednesday06:00 - 23:5900:00 - 02:00
Thursday06:00 - 23:5900:00 - 02:00
Friday06:00 - 23:5900:00 - 02:00
Saturday00:00 - 02:0006:00 - 23:59
Sunday00:00 - 02:0006:00 - 23:59

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8.0 Very good

ERIC, May 2025

Full-size

KAYAK
expensive. But people were nice and courteous.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Sep 2024

Minivan

KAYAK
The van drove nice for our trip. Check out and your damage app along with lot attendants were horrible inadequate and completely useless. After pointing out additional damage unseen by sixt to the rental van before even starting it. I had to wait to get attendants over to document the damage I pointed out that wasn't on your damage list. Was told after their pictures that I was good to go. While returning the van....attendant told me I was good to go mr brian and assured me the "new damage" I'd pointed out 10 days earlier was on his app. Imagine my surprise 3 days later when sixt sent me a bill invoice email for $1505.00 to repair the "t-bone" damage I pointed out to them! Remit by sept 25th....Outrageous!!!! Didn't sleep at all that night. RUINED MY VACATION VIBES IMMEDIATELY!!! After 2 separate phones calls I got ZERO explanation from sixt or an apology. Was just passed on to another automated phone system until all offices were closed for the day. The next day I spoke to an emotionless drone at sixt claims department and had 9 separate photos and time and gps tagged that I was still in their lot with damaged vehicle at tge ready... I may get an attorney for reimbursement of my rental and vacation as well as emotional distress. Zero stars and would NEVER recommend or rent from sixt again!!! Way to run off a guy about to retire with lots of trips planned✊👈 I believe that they tried this on me because they were so inept at previous check in when van was damaged....they sent me a bill just to see if I'd pay like some idiot would. Corporate greed met it's match.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jul 2024

Compact

KAYAK
The check in was quick and very easy, the staff member helping was fantastic and had recommendations for dinner in the area. The car was brand new and clean and had that new car smell. Return was as easy as check in and the staff was friendly and helpful then as well. All around a great experience.

10.0 Wonderful

Charlie, May 2024

Minivan

KAYAK
The agent I worked with at the counter when picking up the vehicle was excellent, and I am sorry, but I don't have her name handy. Hopefully, you all can see that from the paperwork and will give her kudos, as she did a fantastic job and was super friendly and helpful. She is a valuable asset to your company. I watched her work with the customers before me, and they left with the same sense of gratitude that I had when I finished working with her. Especially after the day I had been traveling.

Sunnycars

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One location in St Joseph

Locations in St Joseph

648 Madrid Ave

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Pick-up locationSt Joseph
Car typesCompact, Compact SUV, Economy, Full-size, Full-size SUV, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Minivan, Pickup truck, Premium, Standard, Standard SUV
Rental locations4
Airport locations0
Popular agenciesEnterprise Rent-A-Car, Budget, Avis

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