Tacoma car rentals

As Tacoma has steep hills and narrow roads, a compact car is advised, if possible. Due to these hills and the snowy weather conditions often accompanying the cold months, a 4-wheel-drive car is also a good option. If the weather is very cold, snow chains and an ice scraper should also be in the car.

Residential areas in Tacoma permit a maximum speed limit of 25 mph, but also look at posted signs, as it may be lower in certain areas. 50 mph is allowed on secondary county roads (though only 40 mph is permitted on Tacoma’s Schuster Parkway), and 60 mph on freeways. As Tacoma often faces precipitation in the shape of snow or rain, it is important to always adjust your speed according to the prevailing weather conditions.

On-street parking in Tacoma is metered, with rates starting at $1 per hour. Usual time restrictions are between 8 am and 8 pm, Monday through Saturday. On Sundays and public holidays, on-street parking is free. There are also other parking facilities like garages and lots available, such as A Street Garage on South 11th Street or Municipal Garage and Lot on Market Street.

On average a rental car in Tacoma costs $46 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 Tacoma found in the last 2 weeks is $25.

In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Hertz ($24/day) and Avis ($37/day).

The average gas price in Tacoma is $3.52 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between $42 and $56, depending on the car size.

Intermediate (Jeep Patriot or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Tacoma.

Car rental companies onsite at Seattle/Tacoma Intl airport include Fox, Thrifty, Hertz, Kyte, E-Z Rent-A-Car, Dollar, Budget, Europcar, Avis and Fox Autorent.

Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Seattle/Tacoma Intl airport to off-airport locations include Fox, Thrifty, Hertz, Sixt, E-Z Rent-A-Car, Dollar, Alamo, Budget, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, and Europcar.

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

An Intermediate car rental in Tacoma costs $25 per day, on average.

An Economy car rental in Tacoma costs $31 per day, on average.

A Standard car rental in Tacoma costs $37 per day, on average.

On average a rental car in Tacoma costs $325 per week ($46 per day).

On average a rental car in Tacoma costs $1,392 per month ($46 per day).

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

KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 6 car rental agencies in Tacoma.

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

Yes. Renters will not run out of options when renting vehicles downtown. Cheap car rentals in Tacoma are within easy reach, thanks to the many rental counters downtown. Avis and Budget will meet your travel needs at Broadway Street, where their offices are stationed. On the other hand, renters who prefer Enterprise can find their offices along Market Street.

Yes. Tacoma car rentals might use toll roads in the city depending on their travel plans. Tolls on the Narrows Bridge, linking Tacoma to Gig Harbor, apply for anyone coming into Tacoma. However, while exiting Tacoma into Gig Harbor, no tolls are applicable. All vehicles, including carpools and motorcycles, must pay for tolls. Good to Go! pass provides more flexible payment for tolls.