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Providence car hire information
| Pick-up location | Providence |
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| Car types | |
| Hire locations | 6 |
| Airport locations | 1 |
Cheap car rentals in Providence
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| Intermediate |
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| Minivan |
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KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Providence
- Discover the cool city of Providence with Brown University and many more places of interest. Get the most out of your visit by renting a car upon your arrival and explore every nook and cranny this city has to offer. For a pleasant day trip, try venturing down to the coast, which will take about 2 hours of driving, and then take a ferry to the popular island of Martha’s Vineyard. Boston is also only 1 hour away via the I-93 S and I-94 S, and Cape Cod can be reached in just over an hour.
- Green Airport is about 10 miles from Providence’s center and has a car rental center right there. Simply follow signs to the rental car service desks and pick up the car of your taste. Various agencies are stationed here including Alamo, Avis, and Hertz, and the way out of the airport is sign-posted. The I-95 N will take travelers directly into the city in just over 10 minutes.
- Rhode Island has introduced a “hands-free” driving law and speaking on the phone while driving is strictly prohibited and can be severely fined. When needing to operate a GPS, rent one along with the car and make sure it has a mount. Always plan routes in advance or let other car passengers deal with the navigation system while you are driving.
- Driving in snowy conditions is part of the Southern New England experience during the winter months. Usually, when properly equipped and prepared, driving in winter should be no problem -- but make sure the rental car has snow tires and consider renting snow chains if you plan to venture out of the urban areas. Having an emergency kit with a blanket, flashlight, water, and snacks in the car also does not hurt.
- Book your rental car in Providence at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
Providence car rental experiences: the best tips from KAYAK users
FAQs about renting a car in Providence
What type of car is recommended for driving in Providence?
Providence is mostly easy to navigate but, especially when coming in the winter time, a 4-wheel drive car is recommended. An SUV will give you enough space and traction to make it a smooth driving experience. In the summer months, a convertible gives the right summer feeling and maximum sunshine exposure.
What’s the speed limit in Providence?
In Providence, 20 mph is permitted in school zones and 25 mph in residential areas, unless indicated otherwise. Outside built-up areas, the maximum speed limit is 50 mph and freeways allow up to 65 mph. Always heed posted signs and adapt speed to the weather conditions.
Where are the best places to park in Providence?
On-street parking in Providence is metered and varies in time restrictions. Mostly, there is a time limit of 2 hours, but check at the allocated sign to be sure. Alternatively, opt for a parking garage like Providence Place or Metropark Park Row East, where cars can be parked over a longer period of time.
What is the best car hire company in Providence?
Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car hire in Providence is Hertz (7.1, 59 reviews).
How much is the price of fuel in Providence?
The average price of fuel in Providence is ₹ 321 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a petrol tank costs between ₹ 3,855 and ₹ 5,140, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular car hire in Providence?
Economy (Chevrolet Spark or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Providence.
How can I find car hires near me in Providence?
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
How much does an Economy car hire cost in Providence?
An Economy car hire in Providence costs ₹ 2,277 per day, on average.
Providence car rental reviews and directory
Hertz
7.1
Good
113 reviewsCleanliness
7.1
Comfort
7.3
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.1
Value for money
6.9
5 locations in Providence
Locations in Providence
1375 Mineral Springs Ave
4013538317
400 Silver Spring St.
+1 401 274 4043
520 Reservoir Avenue
+1 401 461 0748
630 Taunton Ave
+1 401 431 5176
700 Jefferson Blvd
+1 401 738 7500
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8.0 Very Good
Apr 2024
8.0 Very Good
Sep 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Jan 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Dec 2021
2.0 Poor
Nov 2021
2.0 Poor
Nov 2021
Budget
6.4
Okay
45 reviewsCleanliness
6.7
Comfort
6.9
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.3
Value for money
6.6
2 locations in Providence
Locations in Providence
1 Dorrance Street
+1 401 751 5401
1270 Mineral Spring Ave
+1 401 696 2297
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2.0 Poor
Apr 2024
3.6 Poor
Jul 2020
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Pick up the car and it was dirty i have to wash it and clean it myself and the worst part is I returned the car 3 days early and returned $2.43 cents to my card. Thank you Budget you are the worst rental cars i’ve ever imagined.4.4 Mediocre
Jul 2019
Pros:
Pickup and drop off Was SmoothCons:
The car had a strong cigarette and weed smell. Not acceptable at all but we didn’t realize until we turned the air conditioning on9.6 Wonderful
Jul 2019
Pros:
Friendly staff, easy pickup and drop off. Pricing for one-way/drop off at different location was reasonable.8.8 Very Good
Jun 2019
Pros:
Friendly staff, convenient location and easy pick up and drop off.Cons:
The interior of the car could have bee cleaner.6.4 Okay
Oct 2018
Pros:
i like the fact that the cars are new and the process was quick, i walk in the door left with car in about 10 minutes.Cons:
what i didnt like was the age restriction was 25 to rent a car, im 24 so i was 1 year under so they charged me a extra $200 for the week which doesnt make any sense, i. was not happy about that, il just start renting again when im 25 whichEnterprise Rent-A-Car
7.8
Good
21 reviewsCleanliness
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.8
Value for money
7.8
2 locations in Providence
Locations in Providence
1 Sabin St
+1 401 232 2056
62 Taunton Ave
+1 401 438 8550
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10.0 Wonderful
Dec 2023
9.6 Wonderful
Jan 2020
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Sorry your survey didn’t work properly. At least not as well as your service.10.0 Wonderful
Jul 2018
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Phenomenal facility. Best experience I’ve ever had with a rental car company. Fast and friendly service. Would definitely use again without hesitation.Cons:
Nothing9.6 Wonderful
Apr 2017
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All around great experience. Brand new Dodge Grand Caravan. Ran great. Easy pick up and drop off.10.0 Wonderful
Jan 2017
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The customer survive was amazing. Very friendly staff with great professional engagement. The only area of improvement was in car presentation. The vehicle was not externally cleaned well. The detail staff left the entice bottom half of the vehicle dirty. You could actually see where they stopped cleaning. Looked very bad.10.0 Wonderful
Nov 2016
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The service was amazing and the manger was great!Avis
6.8
Okay
21 reviewsCleanliness
5.8
Comfort
6.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.6
Value for money
6.0
2 locations in Providence
Locations in Providence
1 Dorrance Street
+1 401 521 7900
1270 Mineral Spring Ave
+1 401 696 2295
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2.0 Poor
Apr 2021
Pros:
Nothing the lady at the counter would not rent the car to me and would not give me a reason why I will never try to use this company againCons:
Get better employees2.0 Poor
Sep 2019
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I went to pick up the car and was told that I needed a major credit card. I didn’t have one and they said I would need to leave a deposit (which was fine) and they would run my credit. My credit score wasn’t good enough apparently and that was basically the end of the transaction. Stranded.2.0 Poor
May 2019
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Staff was slightly apologetic about not having my requested vehicle.Cons:
I showed up on the day of pickup, and they didn't have my car?! All they had was mini-vans, when I had reserved a compact/mid-size. I ended up having to get a last minute rental from another company.2.0 Poor
Sep 2018
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I returned the car one full day earlier than expected and I was still charged for the full three days (even though I had only had the car rented for two). I was told I'd get a call about my refund and, to date, haven't heard from Avis -- despite calling them countless times. Never again.8.0 Very Good
Aug 2017
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Honored rental price/cost from Kayak.....got me in Auto that was satisfactory.Cons:
Reservation was cancelled without my notification......Avis couldn't honor Kayak price for SUV/large rental. I was quite upset!4.0 Mediocre
Aug 2017
Pros:
The car itself was fine, although the back seat needed cleaning. And it was ready at the arranged time.Cons:
The agency did not provide any kind of map, and this was the first time I've experienced that in many years with many car rentals from other companies. The local person was not familiar with local roads to help me get started on the trip. He was not as helpful or polite as I'd expect. Another issue is that I was headed to Massachusetts and planned to take the toll road, and the agent in Rhode Island did not know - or at least did not tell me - of the major change in toll collection there. Since it is not possible to pay cash on I 90, I will be receiving a bill for those tolls, plus additions from Avis and possibly fines. When I dropped the car off in Chicago, the office desk had handouts explaining their e-toll fees. But nothing of the sort was offered in RI where it would have actually helped. I will not rent from Avis again, or Budget, which seems to have merged with it.Car hire locations in or near Providence
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