Gainesville

Cheap Car Rentals in Gainesville

Gainesville, FL, United States
25 Apr — 2 May
Driver's age: 26-65
Gainesville, FL, United States
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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Gainesville?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Gainesville and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 18 April 2024.

January

C$ 66

February

C$ 75

March

C$ 83

April

C$ 77

May

C$ 77

June

C$ 75

July

C$ 85

August

C$ 72

September

C$ 72

October

C$ 79

November

C$ 79

December

C$ 78

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Gainesville is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Compare available car types for rental in Gainesville

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Gainesville to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 18 April 2024.

Small cars

C$ 49 - C$ 100

All Car Types

C$ 49 - C$ 214

To rent a small car in Gainesville, the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 40/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Gainesville, the United States (~C$ 49/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is February (~C$ 100/day). In fact, May is about 22% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Gainesville. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Gainesville, renting a small car saves you 57% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To rent a medium car in Gainesville, the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 51/day. August is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Gainesville, the United States (~C$ 57/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~C$ 154/day). In fact, August is about 11% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Gainesville. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Gainesville, renting a medium car saves you 46% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To rent a large car in Gainesville, the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 54/day. August is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Gainesville, the United States (~C$ 53/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~C$ 212/day). In fact, August is about 2% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Gainesville. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Gainesville, renting a large car saves you 42% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To rent a SUV in Gainesville, the United States, you would pay an average price of C$ 63/day. August is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Gainesville, the United States (~C$ 53/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~C$ 290/day). In fact, August is about 16% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Gainesville. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Gainesville, renting a SUV saves you 33% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

Top rental agencies in Gainesville

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Gainesville known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Gainesville. Reviews were last updated on 18 April 2024.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in Gainesville, including Hertz, Budget and Enterprise Rent-A-Car. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Hertz

8.7
Very good
32 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.7

Value

8.4

Budget

7.7
Good
59 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.1

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.0
Very good
23 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.4

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

8.1

Alamo

7.9
Good
11 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.8

Avis

6.1
Okay
28 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.6

Value

5.7

Thrifty

2 locations

Dollar

5.1
Fair
4 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.0

Pick-up/drop-off

5.5

Value

5.2

National

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

5.0

Overall

2.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

4.0

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Gainesville, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 18 April 2024.
  • Which car rental company is considered to be the best in Gainesville?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Hertz (8.6 rating), Alamo (8.0 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7.8 rating) seem to be the best rental car companies in Gainesville.

  • What are gas prices like in Gainesville?

    The average gas price in Gainesville is C$ 1.41/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between C$ 63 and C$ 91 to fill up a car’s gas tank.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Gainesville for a week from Dollar?

    Dollar is one of the most popular car rental companies in Gainesville, offering car rentals for around C$ 450 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I rent a car in Gainesville for the best price?

    Booking early can save you upwards of 51% on your rental. Booking your vehicle at least 73 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Gainesville.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Gainesville?

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Gainesville for a month is certainly possible.

  • What car do most people rent in Gainesville?

    Nissan Rogue, which is a Intermediate vehicle, is the most popular to rent at Gainesville according to Cheapflights users.

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