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Cheap car rentals in Texas

These are the best prices for May 8 - 15.
Kia Rio car
Kia Rio
or similar Small
2
2
4-5
122 ﷼/day
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Nissan Versa car
Nissan Versa
or similar Small
4
2
4-5
97 ﷼/day
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Toyota Corolla car
Toyota Corolla
or similar Medium
5
3
2/4
97 ﷼/day
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Volkswagen Jetta car
Volkswagen Jetta
or similar Medium
5
3
4-5
126 ﷼/day
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Nissan Altima car
Nissan Altima
or similar Large
5
2
4-5
110 ﷼/day
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Jeep Wrangler car
Jeep Wrangler
or similar SUV
2
2
4-5
262 ﷼/day
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Chrysler Pacifica car
Chrysler Pacifica
or similar Van
5
5
4-5
203 ﷼/day
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Jeep Grand Cherokee L car
Jeep Grand Cherokee L
or similar SUV
5
2
4-5
204 ﷼/day
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Chrysler 300 car
Chrysler 300
or similar Luxury
5
5
4-5
274 ﷼/day
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Toyota Tacoma car
Toyota Tacoma
or similar Pickup truck
5
3
2/4
163 ﷼/day
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BMW X3 car
BMW X3
or similar SUV
5
5
4-5
208 ﷼/day
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Nissan Kicks car
Nissan Kicks
or similar SUV
4
2
4-5
123 ﷼/day
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Class Special Car car
Class Special Car
or similar Category
5
5
2/4
143 ﷼/day
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Class Intermediate SUV car
Class Intermediate SUV
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
150 ﷼/day
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Ford Edge car
Ford Edge
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
160 ﷼/day
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Jeep Wrangler Unlimited car
Jeep Wrangler Unlimited
or similar SUV
5
2
2/4
225 ﷼/day
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Best rates found by KAYAK users in the past 48 hours.
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KAYAK insights for Texas car rentals

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 Sixt (93.52 ﷼/day), Avis (124.48 ﷼/day) and Alamo (198.01 ﷼/day).

What is the most popular rental car in Texas?

Rentals in the SUV category (Class Intermediate SUV or similar) are the most popular option in Texas, costing 249 ﷼/day on average. Some users have found deals as low as 130 ﷼/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 245 ﷼/day on average, which tends to be 362% above the yearly average rental price for Texas.

What rental car company in Texas has the most locations?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car operates 163 locations in Texas, more than any other rental company.

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Most popular car type

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Sixt
Medium
196 ﷼/day
164 ﷼/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 164 ﷼ or less
  • Small rental cars in Texas are around 42% 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 196 ﷼ per day.

  • How can I find car rentals near me in Texas?

    Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.

  • Where should I rent a car in Texas?

    Based on car searches on KAYAK, the most popular cities to rent a car in Texas are Dallas (52% of total searches of users looking to rent a car in Texas), San Antonio (35%) and Austin (4%).

  • How much does it cost to rent a car for a week in Texas?

    On average a rental car in Texas costs 1,372 ﷼ per week (196 ﷼ 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 5,881 ﷼ per month (196 ﷼ 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.

Car rental directory

  • enterprise

    Enterprise Rent-A-Car car rental locations in Texas

    199 Locations

  • hertz

    Hertz car rental locations in Texas

    94 Locations

  • budget

    Budget car rental locations in Texas

    84 Locations

  • avis

    Avis car rental locations in Texas

    80 Locations

  • dollar

    Dollar car rental locations in Texas

    52 Locations

  • thrifty

    Thrifty car rental locations in Texas

    44 Locations

  • national

    National car rental locations in Texas

    17 Locations

  • sunnycars

    Sunnycars car rental locations in Texas

    16 Locations

  • easirent

    Easirent car rental locations in Texas

    15 Locations

  • resla

    Resla car rental locations in Texas

    14 Locations

  • alamo

    Alamo car rental locations in Texas

    11 Locations

  • sixtrentacar

    Sixt car rental locations in Texas

    11 Locations

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