State College car rentals

Some car rental companies in State College which have updated their car rental health and safety policies due to COVID-19 to make sure vehicles are clean and disinfected include Enterprise, Hertz and Alamo

On average a rental car in State College costs $69 per day.

In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Avis ($46/day), Enterprise ($57/day) and Budget ($58/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest rental car price was found at Enterprise 2493 Fox Hill Rd 16803-1700 (4 miles from city center).

Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car rental company in State College is Enterprise (8.1, 54 reviews).

The average gas price in State College is $3.74 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between $45 and $60, depending on the car size.

Intermediate (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in State College.

Car rental companies onsite at University Park airport include Enterprise, Hertz, Alamo, Avis, Budget, Payless and National.

Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from University Park airport to off-airport locations include Enterprise, Hertz, Alamo, Avis, Budget, Payless, and National.

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

A Intermediate car rental in State College costs $37 per day, on average.

A Full-size car rental in State College costs $42 per day, on average.

A Compact car rental in State College costs $43 per day, on average.

In State College, cars are most frequently rented at Avis 2493 Fox Hill Road (4 miles from city center).

On average a rental car in State College costs $480 per week ($69 per day).

On average a rental car in State College costs $2,057 per month ($69 per day).

For your car rental in State College, you may find that an SUV is a suitable option. With plenty of legroom and cargo space, SUVs present you with the opportunity to bring along a group of friends for outdoor adventures, such as a hiking trip in Rothrock State Forest, about half-an-hour south of State College, or to Susquehannock State Forest, almost 2h to the north.

State College’s speed limits are consistent with most of the continental US. On urban roads without posted limits, you’ll find that around 35mph is the legal limit, with the limit rising to 55mph on unmarked country roads. Additionally, posted speed limits will often be around 30mph in residential areas. On I-70, also known as the Pennsylvania Turnpike, which runs north of State College, the posted speed limit is around 70mph.

When you stop to get gas in State College, you’ll typically find gas prices that range from just under $3.00 a gallon to just over $3.00. For drivers that have chosen economy or compact cars, it may cost between about $43 and $54 to fill the tank. For vehicles like full-sized sedans and SUVs, which have larger gas tanks, the cost to fill the tank might be between about $57 and $78. For lower prices, try the Sunoco gas station on N. Atherton St., just between Clay Ln. and W. College Ave.

There are several parking garages and parking lots available to drivers throughout State College. For a convenient option in the city center and close to shopping, try the Beaver Ave. Parking Garage on W. Beaver Ave. between S. Fraser St. and S. Burrowes St. On-street parking typically costs about $1.25 per hour, whereas off-street parking, such as in garages, is typically free for the first half-hour, then about $1 per hour after that.

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!).