Check out the latest trends and booking tips to rent a car in Texas with confidence.
How far in advance should you book a rental car in Texas?
You should book your rental car in Texas around 7 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.
What is the cheapest car rental company in Texas?
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Easirent ($16.45/day), Budget ($34.27/day) and Avis ($36.41/day).
What is the most popular rental car in Texas?
Rentals in the SUV category (BMW X3 or similar) are the most popular option in Texas, costing $65/day on average. Some users have found deals as low as $45/day.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Texas?
The cheapest month to rent a car in Texas is January at an average cost of $42/day. July is the most expensive month to rent a car in Texas when prices are $59/day on average, which tends to be 13% above the yearly average rental price for Texas.
What rental car company in Texas has the most locations?
Avis operates 74 locations in Texas, more than any other rental company.
Find the right rental car in Texas by comparing prices across vehicle types.
Small
Medium
Large
SUV
Van
Pickup truck
Luxury
Convertible
Small cars
$21 - $33
All Car Types
$57 - $73
How much does it cost to rent a small car in Texas?
How much does it cost to rent a medium car in Texas?
How much does it cost to rent a large car in Texas?
How much does it cost to rent an SUV in Texas?
How much does it cost to rent a van in Texas?
How much does it cost to rent a pickup truck in Texas?
How much does it cost to rent a luxury car in Texas?
How much does it cost to rent a convertible in Texas?
Small car rentals in Texas typically cost around $27 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average $21 per day which is about 23% less than the yearly average. Small cars are usually 59% cheaper than the average rental in Texas, making them ideal for budget-conscious travelers.
Medium car rentals in Texas typically cost around $69 per day. The best time to book is September, when prices average $54 per day which is about 22% less than the yearly average. Medium cars are usually 6% more expensive than the average rental in Texas offering a good balance of space and value.
Large car rentals in Texas typically cost around $57 per day. The best time to book is September, when prices average $45 per day which is about 22% less than the yearly average. Large cars can be 13% cheaper than the average rental in Texas, offering more comfort for longer trips at a valuable price.
SUV rentals in Texas typically cost around $63 per day. The best time to book is September, when prices average $54 per day which is about 15% less than the yearly average. SUVs can be 4% cheaper than the average rental in Texas, providing extra space and capability for groups or road trips at a reasonable price.
Van rentals in Texas typically cost around $108 per day. The best time to book is February, when prices average $89 per day which is about 18% less than the yearly average. Vans are typically 40% more expensive than the average rental in Texas, but are the best choice for families or groups needing maximum passenger capacity.
Pickup truck rentals in Texas typically cost around $61 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average $48 per day which is about 22% less than the yearly average. Pickup trucks are 7% cheaper than the average rental in Texas, a practical choice for hauling gear or outdoor adventures.
Luxury car rentals in Texas typically cost around $84 per day. The best time to book is September, when prices average $67 per day which is about 21% less than the yearly average. Luxury cars are typically 23% more expensive than the average rental in Texas, but deliver premium comfort and style for special occasions.
Convertible rentals in Texas typically cost around $99 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average $80 per day which is about 20% less than the yearly average. Convertibles are typically 35% more expensive than the average rental in Texas, perfect for scenic drives and warm-weather destinations.
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Most popular agency
Most popular car type
Average price
Good deal
ACO Rent A Car
Medium
$41/day
$32/day
Top tips for renting a car in Texas
If your kids are in the rental car with you, note that Texas rules stipulate that children under eight must be secured in an appropriately sized car seat. Children between eight and seventeen should wear seatbelts at all times. If you don’t have a car seat with you, you can get one from the rental car provider for an additional fee.
Remember to fill up before returning your vehicle to the rental location. Pump gas at a station close to the rental place to ensure that you return it with a full tank. Returning the car rental with a full tank will save you a lot of money because the rental agency charges higher gas prices per gallon. Alternatively, you can book your rental and prepay for gas and return the car on empty. However, note that no refunds are issued for unused gas.
If you’re planning on taking a trip across the national borders, you can do so in Texas car rentals. Most Texas car rental locations allow travel into Canada, while only a few locations allow travel into Mexico. For travel into Canada, inform your rental car provider beforehand to be issued a free Canadian non-resident insurance card for protection while driving in Canada. If you’re traveling into Mexico, most rental car providers will need you to purchase additional Mexican motor vehicle insurance before you cross into Mexico.
There are various modes of payment accepted in Texas car rental locations. Credit and debit cards are the most accepted modes, while in other locations, cash is accepted, but only when clearing any remaining balances. If you’re paying using your credit card, you’ll need to present your driver’s license as well, and the names on the documents must match. American Express, Discover Network, VISA, and MasterCard credit cards are readily accepted at most locations. You can also pay using debit cards bearing the VISA and MasterCard logos, but you may be subject to a creditworthiness check.
25% of our users found rental cars in Texas for $32 or less
Luxury rental cars in Texas are around 63% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about renting a car in Texas
Should I rent a car in Texas?
There are many benefits of getting a Texas rental car. First, Texas is pretty vast, and having your own set of wheels will allow you to reach even the remotest of locations. Secondly, a rental car will allow you to save time as it is much faster than public transport. You also get to discover more since you can stop when and wherever you want. Finally, a rental car gives you the everyday comforts that we love so much, like air conditioning, entertainment, and comfortable seats, plus you don’t have to carry your luggage around.
What is driving like in Texas?
Before getting behind the wheel of a Texas rental car, there are a few laws you should get to know. It is required by law that all passengers in the vehicle, 15 years and older, wear a seatbelt at all times. In Texas, you will be arrested and charged for driving while intoxicated if your blood alcohol concentration is higher than 0.08%. You will encounter various speed limit signposts when driving in Texas. However, in case you miss them, stick to 25 mph in residential areas, and 15 mph in alleys. On undivided rural roads, stick to 55 mph, and 75 mph for divided rural roads. You can go between 55 to 75 mph on freeways within cities and 75 to 85 mph on freeways outside cities. You must yield to emergency vehicles with flashing lights at all times. Also, note that pedestrians have the right of way at uncontrolled intersections, so keep an eye out for them.
How old do you have to be to rent a car in Texas?
You need to be at least twenty one years old to qualify for a rental car in Texas. Most car rental locations will also have a young driver’s fee usually charged to drivers under twenty five. The fee is charged per day and will vary according to the rental sites and agencies. Moreover, drivers between twenty one and twenty four might be restricted to only certain vehicle classes in some locations, with exotic, luxury, and large passenger or cargo vans unavailable.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Texas?
On average a rental car in Texas costs $41 per day.
Based on car searches on KAYAK, the most popular cities to rent a car in Texas are Houston (26% of total searches of users looking to rent a car in Texas), Dallas (25%) and Austin (12%).
How much does it cost to rent a car for a week in Texas?
On average a rental car in Texas costs $285 per week ($41 per day).
How much does it cost to rent a car long term for a month in Texas?
On average a rental car in Texas costs $1,220 per month ($41 per day).
Car rental directory
Enterprise Rent-A-Car car rental locations in Texas
372 Locations
Hertz car rental locations in Texas
156 Locations
Avis car rental locations in Texas
140 Locations
Budget car rental locations in Texas
138 Locations
Dollar car rental locations in Texas
80 Locations
Thrifty car rental locations in Texas
79 Locations
Easirent car rental locations in Texas
30 Locations
National car rental locations in Texas
26 Locations
Sunnycars car rental locations in Texas
26 Locations
Resla car rental locations in Texas
15 Locations
Alamo car rental locations in Texas
13 Locations
North Car Rental car rental locations in Texas
12 Locations
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Everything you need to know for your car rental in Texas
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