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Top tips for renting a car in Truckee
- When visiting Truckee, you should rent a car. Renting a car from a car rental in Truckee will allow you to extensively tour this city, given that you’ll be able to move from one attraction to another without hassle. Some of the local attractions you’ll be able to easily get to with a rental car include Northstar California Resort, Sugar Bowl Resort, Boreal Mountain California, Donner Lake, Donner Memorial State Park, Donner Pass, Alder Creek Adventure Center, Martis Creek Wildlife Area, and Pacific Crest Trail.
- Reno Tahoe Airport is the closest airport to Truckee that serves commercial flights. Thus, if you plan flying into Truckee, this is the airport you’ll land at. At this airport, you can rent a car with ease. This is because it has counters for Truckee car rentals such as Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Hertz, and National. The counters for these car rentals are found in the airport’s baggage claim area. This being the case, you will simply walk to your preferred car rental’s desk.
- In Truckee, you will have a smooth driving experience. This is primarily because this city features wide roads with proper signage and paths for non-driving road users. However, when driving your car rental in Truckee, you should adopt a number of defensive driving techniques. This is because not all local motorists, cyclists, and pedestrians follow traffic rules. The techniques you need to adopt include staying focused on your driving and the road, keeping an eye on your surrounding and scanning far ahead, staying safely distant from the vehicles around you, avoiding the blind spots of other vehicles, avoiding unnecessarily changing lanes, and maintaining low speeds.
- A majority of Truckee locals depend on their cars to move about. As a result, from time to time, the roads in this city usually experience traffic. In the morning, this usually occurs between 7 am and 9 am, while in the evening, it tends to happen between 4 pm and 6 pm. With this in mind, you should have a GPS navigation system installed in your rental car. Doing so is in your best interest because this system will assist you to know the real-time traffic conditions of the local roads you intend to use. Other than traffic, the other difficulty you may have to contend with while driving your car rental in Truckee is snow. This is because from November to April, this city faces heavy snowing. If you plan on driving during these months, you should have winter tires installed on your rental. With a set of winter tires, you’ll be able to wade through the snowy roads without hassle.
- 25% of our users found rental cars in Truckee for $56 or less
- Book your rental car in Truckee at least 6 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Economy rental cars in Truckee are around 64% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about renting a car in Truckee
How much does it cost to rent a car in Truckee?
On average a rental car in Truckee costs $71 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 Truckee found in the last 2 weeks is $41.
How much is gas price in Truckee?
The average gas price in Truckee is $4.16 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between $50 and $67, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular rental car in Truckee?
Economy (Toyota Yaris or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Truckee.
Which car rental companies are at Reno airport (RNO)?
Car rental companies onsite at Reno airport include Hertz, Dollar, Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Budget, Thrifty, Avis, Rent-A-Wreck and National.
Which car rental companies will pick you up at Reno airport (RNO)?
Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Reno airport to off-airport locations include Hertz, Dollar, Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Budget, Thrifty, Avis, Rent-A-Wreck, and National.
How can I find car rentals near me in Truckee?
Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.
How much does an Economy car rental cost in Truckee?
An Economy car rental in Truckee costs $40 per day, on average.
How much does a Standard car rental cost in Truckee?
A Standard car rental in Truckee costs $47 per day, on average.
How much does an Intermediate car rental cost in Truckee?
An Intermediate car rental in Truckee costs $61 per day, on average.
How much does it cost to rent a car for a week in Truckee?
On average a rental car in Truckee costs $498 per week ($71 per day).
How much does it cost to rent a car long term for a month in Truckee?
On average a rental car in Truckee costs $2,135 per month ($71 per day).
Should I get insurance when renting a car in Truckee?
Most car rental providers in Truckee offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car rental in Truckee, check out KAYAK's car rental insurance guide.
How many car agencies are operating in Truckee?
KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 3 car rental agencies in Truckee.
Which car rental companies in Truckee have updated their vehicle cleaning and safety policies because of Coronavirus (COVID-19)?
Some car rental companies in Truckee which have updated their car rental health and safety policies due to COVID-19 to make sure vehicles are clean and disinfected include Enterprise Rent-A-Car, National and Hertz
What do I need to know before booking a car rental in Truckee?
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 Truckee?
KAYAK searches thousands of car rental agencies to provide you with offers from all car rental agencies operating in Truckee 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 in Truckee?
Car rentals in Truckee offer various rentals, including economy, compact, intermediate, standard, full-size sedans, pickup trucks, compact SUV, and intermediate SUV rentals. When choosing your car rental in Truckee, you should consider the number of individuals you’ll travel with. In case you intend to travel solo or with one other individual, you should rent an economy or compact rental. On the contrary, if you plan to travel with up to four other persons, you should rent a full-size or premium sedan. Additionally, you should consider the destinations you plan to visit. Suppose you intend to visit off-road destinations. In that case, you should rent an SUV.
What’s the speed limit in Truckee?
The speed limit for most roads in Truckee is 25 mph. Only 12 roads within the town’s limits have higher speed limits. The notable roads with higher speed limits include Glenshire Drive, Donner Pass Road, and West River Street.
Where are the best places to park in Truckee?
Truckee has numerous metered on-street parking spots on streets such as Donner Pass Road, Spring Street, Bridge Street, Church Street, Jibboom Street, and West River Street. From Monday to Saturday, the spots must be paid for between 10 am to 6 pm. On Sundays and other recognized holidays, they are free of charge.
Truckee car rental reviews and directory
Avis
7.7
Good
56 reviewsCleanliness
8.4
Comfort
8.3
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.4
Value for money
7.6
One location in Truckee
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7.6 Good
Oct 2017
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Staff was great2.0 Poor
Oct 2017
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Rental car was filthy inside and out.10.0 Wonderful
Sep 2017
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Friendly and honest serviceCons:
Weekend hours are short9.2 Wonderful
Aug 2017
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the employee was super nice and efficient.Cons:
cost could've been lower6.4 Okay
Jul 2017
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The car was comfortable and fit our needs.Cons:
It was a hassle to pick up the car outside the Reno airport. Had to spend money on a cab to get the car.6.0 Okay
Jul 2017
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The overall rate was good.Cons:
I was surprised with a $1.25 daily fee and an additional 11.11% tax for picking the car up from a separate location away from the airport.Enterprise Rent-A-Car
8.6
Very good
19 reviewsCleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.9
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.7
Value for money
8.2
5 locations in Truckee
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10.0 Wonderful
Jun 2021
10.0 Wonderful
May 2020
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Staff was very efficient & personable. Car was ready when promised. I was in/out in about 5 mins. Enjoyed the car I rented; clean vacuumed. No issues.10.0 Wonderful
Feb 2020
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Truckee Enterprise MAnager was awesome. I think his name was Phil. He was friendly, available, and simply awesome. Hertz next door has serious competition.10.0 Wonderful
Sep 2019
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Very nice staff.8.0 Very good
Jun 2017
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They instructed us to proceed to any Firestone Tire Center to address a leaking tire. Discovered the tire had a nail and was not repairable. A new tire was put on and we were back on the road. Firestone Tire Center took care of everything with no hassle or charges.Cons:
They would not pick up at the airport even though they state free pickup. Enterprise office that handled the booking was close to the airport but we had to walk to a hotel across a dangerous four lane highway (with luggage in tow) to meet up with the pickup driver. We are in our 70's....It was not an easy task.9.6 Wonderful
Sep 2016
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Extremely efficient, professional, and friendly group of sharply dressed young men running the show at this office. A+ on all levels. Vehicle rental was handled very competently, free upgrade made when regular size pickup was not available, etc.Cons:
Nada.Budget
7.5
Good
22 reviewsCleanliness
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.6
Value for money
7.2
One location in Truckee
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9.6 Wonderful
Oct 2018
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I was greeted by a very friendly customer service representative who took the time to explain the insurance policies, while also getting me prepped and ready to go for my road trip in no time. I was given a VW Beetle and it was in great shape and drove very smoothly.10.0 Wonderful
Aug 2017
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I loved the car and renting the actual car was great.Cons:
The cost of the car at checkout was actually TWICE as much as Kayak stated. It went from $250 up to $450 and that's a huge junk that I was not expecting and couldn't afford. Nevertheless I was in a foreign city set to drive to another foreign city so I had I choice. This just makes me very hesitant to rent from a third party in the future. I check very closely to see if the companies provided shuttle service to the airport upon returning the car, Kayak stated it did, yet when I got there tjeu told me to get an Uber. Another unexpected cost & took extra time that I didn't have before catching a flight.8.4 Very good
Jul 2017
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It was too far out-of-the-way from the Reno airport or any downtown facilities. Cost me $20 to get back to The city which basically negated any savings I may have had6.0 Okay
Feb 2017
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The staff was friendly and helpful and the price of the car rental was 50% of what it would have been if I had rented it at the airport location.Cons:
I didn't like that the only way to get the 5 miles to the Reno rental car location from the airport was to take a taxi which cost $16 each direction. I wish that had been made clear to me when I rented the vehicle. Also, the wash bay was broken so the car exterior was very dirty which was unfortunate but understandable. Otherwise, the staff was friendly and helpful and the vehicle was fine.2.0 Poor
Dec 2016
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An employee in the Budget/Avis rental office at the Sears at Meadowood Mall in Reno called me less than 2 days before my trip to tell me that my reservation was canceled because they didn't have enough cars. She told me I was the 11th person she was calling and there were more on the list. I had reserved the SUV three weeks in advance at a rate of $391 for five days. I had to scramble last minute to get a new reservation (this was for Christmas weekend), and the best rate I could get (off site from the airport) was $548, an increase of $157. The manager at the off-site Enterprise where I ended up renting said that the Budget/Avis place at the mall canceled people on a regular basis. BUYER BEWARE - don't rent from the Budget/Avis office at Sears at Meadowod Mall in Reno!4.0 Mediocre
Dec 2016
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Location.Cons:
The attendant down graded my car. She said there would be snow in California and tried to upsell me to an SUV. I told her I didn't need it. She fought with me then down graded me from a full size to a standard because it had front wheel drive. At one point she had the nerve to say, "Have you ever even been here before?" I'm pissed. I will be calling when I return from Brazil. Do I call you or Budget? I forgot to mention the car I was given was garbage. The engine would turn off when I stopped.Hertz
4.8
Mediocre
1 reviewCleanliness
2.0
Comfort
8.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
4.0
Value for money
6.0
2 locations in Truckee
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4.8 Mediocre
Oct 2018
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Car OK.Cons:
Pick up at Ritz Carlton is a long trek to business center, no way to really check out car with agent. Valet hands over keys for dirty car you didn't order and short on gas. Would have to go back to long distance agent to deal with concerns. Not recommended. Best to pick up at Truckee airport where you can talk to agent .and not have to tip valet for his help.National
7.9
Good
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One location in Truckee
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Good to know
Most popular agency | Enterprise Rent-A-Car |
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Most popular car type | Economy |
Average price | $71/day |
Good deal | $56/day |