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KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Bowling Green

  • In a picturesque rural town such as Bowling Green, Kentucky, a rental car is a great way to get around. It can take you through the city streets to the historic Rail Park and Train Museum, the National Corvette Museum, or the Lost River Cave. Car rentals in Bowling Green can also take you beyond the city limits, to Barren River Lake and all of its recreation areas or to Nashville to the south, Louisville to the north, or Lexington to the northeast. Car rentals in Bowling Green are is a great way to see the southwestern corner of the Bluegrass State.
  • It is recommended that you familiarize yourself with the major roads in Bowling Green to reduce nervousness while on the road. There are several important roads and highways that make up the transportation infrastructure of Bowling Green, KY. These include Interstate 65 which is a major highway that runs through the city and connects Bowling Green to Louisville to the north and Nashville to the south and US Route 31W, also known locally as "Broadway," this is a major north-south road that runs through downtown Bowling Green.
  • If you are flying to Kentucky and thinking about booking car rentals in Bowling Green, you'll be happy to know that the Nashville International Airport (BNA) is the closest airport to Bowling Green where you can rent a car. The drive from BNA to Bowling Green is approximately 1h 15 min. When you deplane at BNA, you will find the rental car counters in baggage claim, just past carousel 10. Once you are ready to collect your car, exit the main terminal on level 1 and cross the street to terminal garage 1, where you will follow the signs to rental cars. You will end up in the Consolidated Rental Car Facility, right next to terminal garage 1. Some rental car companies available at BNA include Advantage, Budget, Enterprise, Payless, and many more.
  • If you're looking for great road trips with more fantastic sights while driving cheap car rentals in Bowling Green, there are several options to consider from Bowling Green. The Great River Road, for example, is a scenic drive that follows the Mississippi River to the Gulf of Mexico, passing through 10 states along the way. The route takes travelers through both historic and picturesque towns and offers stunning views of the river and surrounding scenery. Another great option is the Pacific Coast Highway. This iconic drive takes travelers along the California coast and you'll encounter breathtaking ocean views, charming coastal towns, and a variety of scenic state parks along the way.
  • Kentucky booster seat law requires children to be in a rear-facing infant seat in the back seat from birth to at least one year old and at least 20lbs, and then in a forward-facing toddler seat in the back seat from age of 3. Additionally, any child under 40in tall must be in a child and/or infant seat. HB 315 requires booster seats to be used in all moving cheap car rentals in Bowling Green. It's important to follow these rules to ensure the safety of children while traveling in vehicles.
  • When you are driving car rentals in Bowling Green, you will experience the narrow, quiet roads of the city, and the even narrower roads meandering through the countryside. Downtown Bowling Green has a number of walking tours, so drive carefully to avoid heavily pedestrian areas. As you get further out of the city, roads often do not have lines painted on them, so be sure to stay on your side of the road and use caution when a vehicle is approaching from the opposite direction.
  • Bowling Green car rentals are, unfortunately, not immune to the severe weather you might encounter in this part of Kentucky. Beware of severe weather in the spring months, such as March, April, and May. April, especially, is the month for a lot of tornadoes. If you encounter a tornado in your Bowling Green car rentals, do not try to out-drive it. Instead, pull over, crouch down so that you are below the windows, cover your head with your hands or a blanket if one is available, and make sure to keep your seat belt on.
  • Book your rental car in Bowling Green at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price

FAQs about renting a car in Bowling Green

  • How much is gas price in Bowling Green?

    The average gas price in Bowling Green is C$ 4.85 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between C$ 58 and C$ 77, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular rental car in Bowling Green?

    Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Bowling Green.

  • Which car rental companies are at Nashville Intl airport (BNA)?

    Car rental companies onsite at Nashville Intl airport include Dollar, Thrifty, Avis, Budget, Hertz, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Alamo and Sixt.

  • Which car rental companies will pick you up at Nashville Intl airport (BNA)?

    Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Nashville Intl airport to off-airport locations include Dollar, Thrifty, Avis, Budget, Hertz, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Alamo.

  • How can I find car rentals near me in Bowling Green?

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

  • How much does an Economy car rental cost in Bowling Green?

    An Economy car rental in Bowling Green costs C$ 73 per day, on average.

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Bowling Green?

    If you are going to be staying in the quaint, charming city limits of Bowling Green, an economical sedan is your best choice, such as a compact or economy car, or perhaps an intermediate sedan. If you will be traveling to the recreational areas outside Bowling Green, such as Mammoth Cave or all of the recreational areas around Nolin Lake, an SUV or pickup truck might be your best bet for car rentals in Bowling Green, so you can have ample room for your sporting equipment and adventure gear. No matter what your agenda is, Bowling Green car rentals should have what you want.

  • What is the age limit to rent a car in Bowling Green?

    Renters in Bowling Green must be at least 21 years old to rent Bowling Green car rentals. Some rental companies, however, necessitate drivers to be 25 years old or older. In addition, additional drivers may also be required to meet certain age requirements, or they will incur extra fees.

  • What’s the speed limit in Bowling Green?

    According to the Bowling Green code of ordinances, there is a blanket speed ordinance in Bowling Green. This means that every residential street within the limits of Bowling Green has a speed limit of 25 mph unless otherwise posted. There should be signs posted by the city whenever the speed limit increases or decreases. When in doubt on the residential streets of Bowling Green, stick to 25 mph so that you do not receive a ticket.

  • Where can I charge my electric car in Bowling Green?

    There are several public charging stations available for charging electric Bowling Green car rentals. The station locations are Meijer, Western Kentucky University, Signature Transportation Services, Vette City Motorcycle & Music Fest, and Dollar General. Additionally, Bowling Green State University has electric vehicle charging stations available on campus for students, staff, and guests in the university area.

  • Where are the best places to park in Bowling Green?

    When street parking, park according to the signs posted. Many parking lots throughout Bowling Green have one or two hours of free parking before you are charged. Free parking places available in downtown Bowling Green include some on street parking, the parking lot at State Street and Spring Alley, and the parking garage at the corner of College Street.

Bowling Green car rental reviews and directory 
All ratings and reviews are collected from KAYAK users with a verified car rental booking. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.

Budget

10.0

Wonderful

Best rated

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

One location in Bowling Green

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Locations in Bowling Green

1755 Scottsville Road

+1 270 796 6624

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Avis

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.3

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.0

Value for money

5.3

One location in Bowling Green

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1755 Scottsville Road

+1 270 842 1700

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8.0 Very good

Anonymous, Apr 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

Price

4.0 Mediocre

K, Jan 2023

Economy

KAYAK
I made reservations for a compact car. When I get there to pick it up it was not returned yet. He offered me a suburban as a “free upgrade”. I’m driving 6 hours, so that actually not free. I’ll pay more than I had planned in gas. I decided to wait the 45 minutes for the car to be returned. I go back to Avis ready for my compact car, but now there an error that the car can’t be routed in the direction in going. I ended up with a small SUV. I still spent more gas than I wanted, but I had to take it because there were no other options. The guy who help me was nice.

1 out of 1

Hertz

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

7.9

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.9

Value for money

7.9

One location in Bowling Green

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2516 Scottsville Road

+1 270 796 3677

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1.9 Poor

Anonymous, Oct 2021

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This reservation was a great learning lesson for me. I was not aware that my reservation would be cancelled because I was late and hadn't called to let them know. I arrived to find out that they had no cars available for my one way trip to Nashville airport so had to inconvenience my family who have 3 small children with a one hour trip each way from Bowling Green. They had marked my reservation as a "no show." The employee was very friendly and waited on me after finishing his training of another employee. He explained that each location has different policies so one should be aware of the policies at the location they are renting from. So....always call the location you are renting from and let them know if you cannot arrive on time.

1 out of 1

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

4.8

Cleanliness

5.0

Comfort

5.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

4.0

Value for money

5.0

4 locations in Bowling Green

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1125 Us 31w Byp

+1 270 782 5600

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1320 Nashville Rd

+1 270 850 3100

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1641 Scottsville Rd

+1 270 782 7700

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2314 Russellville Rd

+1 270 495 2183

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7.6 Good

Anonymous, Feb 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

The staff was friendly and helpful. Drop-off was incredibly quick and easy.

Cons:

Our vehicle was not ready when we arrived, despite having a reservation. The staff was kind enough to extend our drop-off time a bit due to the inconvenience, however all the "selling" (i.e. insurances) was done outside in the cold and wind - not very customer friendly.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, May 2022

KAYAK
Car was filthy.

1 out of 1

Dollar

6.3

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One location in Bowling Green

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2516 Scottsville Road

+1 270 796 3677

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00
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Thrifty

6.2

Okay

One location in Bowling Green

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2516 Scottsville Road

+1 270 796 3677

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00

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9 travellers who rented a car in Bowling Green gave the car agency they used an average rating of 6.3

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