Get relevant, data-driven information to help you rent a car in Texas, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
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 Budget (30.59 ﷼/day), Alamo (37.79 ﷼/day) and Avis (38.53 ﷼/day).
What is the most popular rental car in Texas?
Rentals in the SUV category (Toyota RAV4 or similar) are the most popular option in Texas, costing 210 ﷼/day on average. Some users have found deals as low as 111 ﷼/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 159 ﷼/day. July is the most expensive month to rent a car in Texas when prices are 247 ﷼/day on average, which tends to be 364% above the yearly average rental price for Texas.
Which car hire company in Texas has the most locations?
Avis operates 64 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
80 ﷼ - 125 ﷼
All Car Types
214 ﷼ - 275 ﷼
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How much does it cost to rent a convertible in Texas?
Small car rentals in Texas typically cost around 101 ﷼ per day. The best time to book is December, when prices average 80 ﷼ per day which is about 21% less than the yearly average. Small cars are usually 60% cheaper than the average rental in Texas, making them ideal for budget-conscious travelers.
Medium car rentals in Texas typically cost around 259 ﷼ per day. The best time to book is September, when prices average 205 ﷼ per day which is about 21% less than the yearly average. Medium cars are usually 5% more expensive than the average rental in Texas offering a good balance of space and value.
Large car rentals in Texas typically cost around 216 ﷼ per day. The best time to book is September, when prices average 171 ﷼ per day which is about 21% 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 237 ﷼ per day. The best time to book is September, when prices average 205 ﷼ per day which is about 14% less than the yearly average. SUVs can be 5% 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 405 ﷼ per day. The best time to book is February, when prices average 334 ﷼ per day which is about 18% less than the yearly average. Vans are typically 39% 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 227 ﷼ per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average 180 ﷼ per day which is about 21% less than the yearly average. Pickup trucks are 9% cheaper than the average rental in Texas, a practical choice for hauling gear or outdoor adventures.
Luxury car rentals in Texas typically cost around 316 ﷼ per day. The best time to book is September, when prices average 251 ﷼ per day which is about 21% less than the yearly average. Luxury cars are typically 22% more expensive than the average rental in Texas, but deliver premium comfort and style for special occasions.
Convertible rentals in Texas typically cost around 373 ﷼ per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average 300 ﷼ per day which is about 20% less than the yearly average. Convertibles are typically 34% 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
Sixt
Medium
185 ﷼/day
156 ﷼/day
Top tips for renting a car in Texas
Highways in Texas and its environs have a designated maximum speed limit of 70 mph (112 kph). Driving along residential streets, you are not supposed to exceed 30 mph (48 kph), while speed limits along alleys are 15 mph (24 kph). When cruising along county roads with no visible speed signs, do not exceed 60 mph (96 kph) or 30 mph (48 kph) when using paved subdivision roads. Also, remember to drive under 20 mph (32 kph) when nearing an active school zone.
To save a few dollars, you are advised to fuel up away from the airports and central business districts. For example, you can use the service stations along Jack Kultgen Freeway, Warrior Way, 6614 Gulf Freeway and Phillips 66 to save a few dollars on fuel. Likewise, avoiding fuel pumps in major central business districts such as those around Galleria Mall US-59 will save you a few dollars.
If you are parking your hire car for just a few minutes, on-street parking spaces in metered areas might be an ideal alternative. Usually from 8 am to 6 pm, parking in most Texan cities is about $2 (A$ 2.90) per hour. From 6 pm to 3 am, you might have to pay about $5 (A$ 7.30) per hour to park your hire car. To pay for the parking, you can do it at the station using cash or a credit card. Alternatively, you can pay via a phone using a mobile payment app or via an online portal.
25% of our users found rental cars in Texas for 156 ﷼ or less
Luxury rental cars in Texas are around 56% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about renting a car in Texas
How much does it cost to rent a car in Texas?
On average a rental car in Texas costs 185 ﷼ per day.
Based on car searches on KAYAK, the most popular cities to rent a car in Texas are Houston (91% of total searches of users looking to rent a car in Texas) and San Antonio (9%).
How much does it cost to rent a car for a week in Texas?
On average a rental car in Texas costs 1,293 ﷼ per week (185 ﷼ 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 5,540 ﷼ per month (185 ﷼ per day).
Should I hire a car in Texas?
Driving a hire car when visiting any city in Texas comes with a number of advantages. For instance, you’ll have the flexibility to move around the CBD or between Texan cities while conducting your businesses with convenience and privacy, without having to depend on public transportation that follows a particular route and rigid schedule. Visiting places like San Antonio's River Walk, Big Bend National Park or The Texas State Capitol in Austin becomes a seamless expedition with a Texas hire car. With a hire car, you’ll have the freedom to take a road trip along the scenic US Highway 281 from Mineral Wells to Marble Falls or along the Dallas Loop via Belt Line Road.
What is driving like in Texas?
Texas has both urban and rural driving as you go further away from the central business districts of major cities. In both categories, the roads are extensive, well-networked and well maintained, which has facilities for a smooth ride in the region. Whether driving along freeways or streets, Texans tend to drive under the allowed speed limits. As such, visitors are advised to be vigilant with speed limit signposts. To enjoy low-traffic rides around the cities, roads such as Interstate 35, Plano Road and LBJ Freeway E, among other roadways, are known to have traffic congestion during the morning and evening rush hours— from around 07:00 to 09:45 and from around 16:30 to 19:30. To avoid the snarl-ups, you are advised to drive your hire car outside these hours. If that’s not possible, avoid the aforementioned roads and major intersections and driving around busy downtown areas such as Galleria Mall, between US-59 and IH-10 roadways. If you are caught by the traffic, follow all rules of the road, be vigilant, avoid tailgating, stay in your lane and be courteous to other motorists.
How old do you have to be to hire a car in Texas?
To drive a hire car in Texas, you must be at least 21 years old and be an experienced driver, with either a local driving licence or an international driving permit. However, if you are below 25 years, you will likely be required to pay a few more dollars per day as a young driver surcharge.
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