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Houston car hire information
| Pick-up location | Houston |
|---|---|
| Car types | Compact, Compact SUV, Economy, Full-size, Full-size SUV, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Luxury, Pick-up truck, Premium SUV, Standard, Standard SUV |
| Hire locations | 175 |
| Airport locations | 44 |
| Popular agencies | Hertz, Dollar, Thrifty, Sixt |
Cheap car rentals in Houston
| Economy | ₹ 2,537/day |
| Compact | ₹ 2,640/day |
| Intermediate | ₹ 2,688/day |
| Standard | ₹ 2,832/day |
| Full-size | ₹ 2,925/day |
| Full-size SUV | ₹ 4,111/day |
| Luxury | ₹ 3,615/day |
| Pick-up truck | ₹ 3,716/day |
| Premium SUV | ₹ 4,355/day |
| Compact SUV | ₹ 2,640/day |
| Intermediate SUV | ₹ 3,027/day |
| Standard SUV | ₹ 3,412/day |
Top tips for hiring a car in Houston
- Travelers flying into Houston will want to consider renting a car while they are in town, as in Houston -- and in Texas in general -- it is much easier to get around in a car than to rely on public transportation. For instance, if you would like to catch a Texans game at NRG Stadium, it would take 50 minutes to take public transport via METRORail from downtown to the stadium, as opposed to 20 minutes by car.
- Picking up a rental car after your flight to Houston? At George Bush Intercontinental Airport, travelers can reach the Rental Car Center via shuttle bus from any of the three terminals and from the Baggage Claim Area. For travelers flying into Hobby Airport, shuttle buses to the Rental Car Center depart from Curb Zone 1 with signs out to guide the way.
- Houston’s morning rush hour lasts from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. and in the evening it starts as early as 4 p.m. and runs till 7 p.m. During rush hour, many of the highways can become severely congested and are worth avoiding. In particular, US-59 and IH-10 in the Galleria area can become especially congested.
- Travelers should be aware that many of the highway exit ramps will exit onto feeder roads that run parallel to the highway before exiting onto regular streets. The feeder roads are also a convenient place to pull a U-turn if you find that you have exited the highway too early.
- 25% of our users found rental cars in Houston for ₹ 3,343 or less
- Book your rental car in Houston at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Off-airport rental car locations in Houston are around 11% cheaper than airport locations on average
- Full-size rental cars in Houston are around -28% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about renting a car in Houston
What type of car is recommended for driving in Houston?
Large vehicles are very common in Houston, so visitors to the city may want to consider renting an SUV or another large vehicle because otherwise they may find their view of the road obscured by the other large vehicles. The roads are constructed with large cars in mind, so small parking spots and narrow lanes are not a concern.
What’s the speed limit in Houston?
Drivers in Houston will see a wide range of road speeds from 20 - 30 mph in residential areas to 30 - 55 mph on larger city roads. For highways in Houston, the speed limit is almost always 70 mph, though occasionally speed limits of 75 and 80 mph will be seen on the larger highways.
Where are the best places to park in Houston?
Parking garages are your best bet for finding affordable parking in downtown Houston, especially when an event such as a Houston Rockets game is going on. Street parking is also available, but it can be difficult to find an empty spot during peak hours. However, if you are set on streetside parking and are willing to walk a block or two, then a free spot should be easy enough to find.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Houston?
On average a rental car in Houston costs ₹ 5,527 per day.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Houston?
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest car hires were found at Hertz (₹ 2,537/day), Dollar (₹ 2,688/day) and Thrifty (₹ 2,925/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest hire car price was found at Hertz 17314 Palmetto Pines 77032 (24 kilometres from the city centre).
How much is the price of fuel in Houston?
The average price of fuel in Houston is ₹ 342 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a petrol tank costs between ₹ 4,109 and ₹ 5,478, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular car hire in Houston?
Full-size (Nissan Pathfinder or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Houston.
How can I find car hires near me in Houston?
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
How much does a Full Size car hire cost in Houston?
A Full Size car hire in Houston costs ₹ 10,537 per day, on average.
How much does an Economy car hire cost in Houston?
An Economy car hire in Houston costs ₹ 8,573 per day, on average.
How much does a Compact car rental cost in Houston?
A Compact car rental in Houston costs ₹ 4,899 per day, on average.
What is the most popular rental car location in Houston?
In Houston, cars are most frequently rented at Dollar 17330 Palmetto Pines (25 km from city centre ).
How much does it cost to hire a car for a week in Houston?
On average a car hire in Houston costs ₹ 38,689 per week (₹ 5,527 per day).
How much does it cost to hire a car long term for a month in Houston?
On average a car hire in Houston costs ₹ 165,810 per month (₹ 5,527 per day).
Which car hire companies in Houston have updated their vehicle cleaning and safety policies because of coronavirus (COVID-19)?
Some car rental companies in Houston which have updated their car rental health and safety policies due to COVID-19 to make sure vehicles are clean and disinfected include Dollar, Hertz and Thrifty
Houston car rental reviews and directory
Alamo
8.5
Very Good
494 reviewsCleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.6
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.5
Value for money
8.3
2 locations in Houston
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10.0 Wonderful
May 2021
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Pickup & drop off was relatively painless. Neither rep demonstrated a welcoming attitude. All business. Pickup rep was eating while helping the customer ahead of me at pickup.Cons:
A quick review of operating functions would have been helpful. I am a senior citizen not used to the new electronic wizardry. My wife & I spent a few minutes doing that at pickup and later again with headlight & windshield wiper settings. Picking up a vehicle and being thrust into traffic with rainy weather is not my idea of fun.10.0 Wonderful
May 2021
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Everything went very smoothly. I was shocked that I didn't stand in any lines to talk to someone.2.0 Poor
May 2021
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Nothing- see belowCons:
This was the worst rental car experience of my life. I got to the airport and was told that my reservation was cancelled with no warning! Apparently Alamo had sold out all their cars. This was a major inconvenience for me, as I ultimately had to spend $270 getting to and from my destination, instead of the $120 I had paid. If I had also known this before arriving I could have also tried making different arrangements, but also found out that everyone else was sold out by the time I got there too. This was a massive inconvenience and I will never use Alamo again, and it made me seriously question my use of Kayak as well8.0 Very Good
Apr 2021
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No Issues10.0 Wonderful
Apr 2021
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Everything was easy & convenient10.0 Wonderful
Mar 2021
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There was a long wait at pick up. But everything else was great!Sixt
7.7
Good
113 reviewsCleanliness
8.1
Comfort
8.1
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.8
Value for money
7.5
One location in Houston
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Oct 2022
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8.0 Very Good
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Enterprise Rent-A-Car
7.1
Good
370 reviewsCleanliness
7.4
Comfort
7.4
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.2
Value for money
7.0
47 locations in Houston
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