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KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Cedar Rapids

  • Travelers should consider booking cheap Cedar Rapids car rentals for extra comfort and suitability. We’d recommend cheap Cedar Rapids car rentals if you’d like to check out new attractions neighboring the city. Located around 62 miles from Cedar Rapids is Dubuque, a renowned tourist spot. While here, you can check out Diamond Jo Casino, Field of Dreams, and Mystique Casino to name but a few. Skydeck Ledge, being around 205 miles away, is a must-see for nature lovers. Approximately 106 miles away is Des Moines. Drop by Jordan Creek Town Center while you’re here. The Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino, as well as the Des Moines Civic Center, are other stops you can’t afford to miss out on.
  • Travelers can get cheap Cedar Rapids car rentals from Cedar Rapids & Iowa City Rail train station which is at 2330 12th St SW. This train station being significantly busy drops off quite a number of travelers in the city. Dollar Rent-A-Car, which is strategically situated at 2121 Wright Brothers Blvd W, and National Car Rental, located at 2121 Arthur Collins Pkwy SW Ste 14, are some of the agencies you can choose to go with. Conveniently, these cheap Cedar Rapid car rentals are located close to the station.
  • Those driving Cedar Rapids car rentals should take note of some of the car-restricted zones in the city to avoid penalties. You’re not allowed to park 5 feet or less from a fire hydrant, at a crossroads, or on a crosswalk. Another car restricted is within 20 feet of any fire station's driveway entry and 75 feet of any fire station's door when properly sign-posted. Wherever official signs restrict stopping or parking be sure to pay keen attention to that.
  • Car rentals in Cedar Rapids make it easy for you to explore the surrounding region, including popular nearby cities like Marion and Iowa City. Quickly travel to destinations that are placed outside of the city center, such as the scenic Palisades-Kepler State Park that is around 15 miles from town and can be reached in just under half an hour by car. Cedar Rapids car rentals allow you to explore the area on your own time and avoid having to take public transport.
  • It is possible to pick up car rentals in Cedar Rapids from the rental car center at Eastern Iowa Airport. The rental car center is placed just outside of the airport’s Arrivals terminal, and is within walking distance, meaning that you do not need to take a shuttle or taxi to get there. There are a few different rental companies for you to choose from, including Enterprise, Avis, and Hertz.
  • Cedar Rapids is a large city and can be confusing to navigate, so adding a GPS system to your rental car will help ensure that you do not get lost during your time in the city. When you are in busy neighborhoods like Czech Village or Wellington Heights, make sure to pay extra attention to any pedestrians or cyclists that may be around you. You will also want to be particularly careful when crossing major intersections, such as those along the busy Edgewood Rd., as drivers do not always respect the right of way.
  • As many commuters travel to and from the city for work, there are some roads that become particularly busy during rush hour, like highways 30 and 380. If you want to avoid being caught in a traffic jam, try not to drive on these highways between the hours of 8am and 9am and 5pm and 6pm. It’s also important to keep in mind that Cedar Rapids often has ice and snow during the winter months, so you will want to drive carefully if you experience this type of weather.
  • Book your rental car in Cedar Rapids at least 2 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Intermediate rental cars in Cedar Rapids are around 23% cheaper than other car types, on average

Cedar Rapids car rental experiences: the best tips from KAYAK users

Insights shared by verified travelers who rented a car in Cedar Rapids 
LawrenceSep 2023
we rented at the airport, which was quick and easy
Verified travelerNov 2023
Yes. There are traffic cameras and they mean business. I lived there previously. Around the city on 380 pay attention.
Verified travelerJul 2023
Don’t stop in Albuquerque if you can avoid it. The roads from Iowa to Arizona were nice and scenic. I would do it again. Our stop at two Drury Inns was outstanding.

FAQs about renting a car in Cedar Rapids

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Cedar Rapids?

    When deciding what type of car you would like to rent in Cedar Rapids, consider opting for a spacious SUV. The city’s streets are known for being wide, so you won’t have any issues driving around town. This type of vehicle will also help you drive safely in snow and ice during the winter months, and it will be a comfortable choice for longer road trips.

  • What’s the speed limit in Cedar Rapids?

    Along Highway 380, the speed limit can be anywhere from 55 to 70mph depending on your exact location and if there is any construction at the time. All streets within the city limits have a speed limit of 25mph unless otherwise stated. If you are near a school, the maximum will most likely be 20mph. Many of the town’s main intersections have traffic cameras, so make sure to follow driving regulations to avoid receiving a fine.

  • Where are the best places to park in Cedar Rapids?

    Many of the city’s on-street parking options are metered and can be used between the hours of 9am and 6pm. Meters that are considered to be in core areas have a fee of around $1 per hour, while those in non-core areas are about $0.60 per hour. There are also some off-street parking options, which are primarily parking garages, like the locations at Convention Center Ramp and 3rd Avenue Ramp. Some of these offer the first hour of parking for free and then charge around $0.75 per hour afterward.

  • How much is gas price in Cedar Rapids?

    The average gas price in Cedar Rapids is C$ 4.84 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 Cedar Rapids?

    Intermediate (Nissan Rogue or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Cedar Rapids.

  • How can I find car rentals near me in Cedar Rapids?

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

  • How much does an Intermediate car rental cost in Cedar Rapids?

    An Intermediate car rental in Cedar Rapids costs C$ 75 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Special car rental cost in Cedar Rapids?

    A Special car rental in Cedar Rapids costs C$ 100 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Compact car rental cost in Cedar Rapids?

    A Compact car rental in Cedar Rapids costs C$ 89 per day, on average.

  • Are there car rentals available in downtown Cedar Rapids?

    Cheap Cedar Rapids car rentals are not only available in the heart of the city but also all through the city including downtown. Visitors looking to rent car rentals downtown are in luck because they can easily do so. Some agencies here that you can opt for include Byrider Cedar Rapids, which is at 3837 1st Ave SE, or Budget Car Rental located at 5040 Council St NE.

  • Can I access any cheap Cedar Rapids car rentals from Iowa Northern Railway Company?

    Yes, you can rent cheap Cedar Rapids car rentals from this station. You can choose to go with Enterprise Rent-A-Car located at 2209 N Roosevelt Ave, which is the most common pick and is not situated far from the station.

Cedar Rapids car rental reviews and directory 
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Hertz

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.6

Value for money

7.1

2 locations in Cedar Rapids

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Locations in Cedar Rapids

2121 Wright Brothers Blvd W.

+1 319 365 9408

Monday09:00 - 23:59
Tuesday09:00 - 23:59
Wednesday09:00 - 23:59
Thursday09:00 - 23:59
Friday09:00 - 23:59
Saturday09:00 - 23:59
Sunday09:00 - 23:59

2151 Werner Ave Ne

+1 319 393 0221

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00
Saturday09:00 - 23:59

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2.0 Poor

Mark, May 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

Had to cancel because the rental desk was closed when my flight arrived

4.0 Mediocre

Anonymous, May 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

I rented the car for airport pickup. I was told, at pickup that rate was for a pickup downtown and I had to get myself there. Off airport pickup was not brought to my attention when I booked.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Apr 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

I booked this reservation about a week before I arrived. Found out about 4 days before that I would be unable to keep the reservation. I could not cancel online and had to wait for 20 minutes to talk to a rep who tried to charge me $100 cancellation fee!! Ridiculous. Won't use Hertz again. I then told her it was covid related and she waived the $100. Guess a lie is what is required!!!!

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Jan 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

If I actually got the rental I reserved. They didn't even have the rental I reserved. So I was unable to accomplish what I was trying to do. Horrible that I reserved something and they didn't even have it when I showed up.

10.0 Wonderful

James, Jul 2022

KAYAK
It was really good store manager change my drop off point so I didn’t have to go downtown and catch a cab to the airport with no extra charge he was really good pay for a tank of gas ahead of time but he knew it was only half full so he didn’t charge me for a whole tank trade me for a half a tank very accommodating

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Apr 2022

KAYAK
When this rental was booked I was supposed to be able to pick up the car at the Hertz rental at the airport. When I got there the agent at the rental dept told me that the rental had been booked at Hertz downtown C. Rapids and, "we're sorry but they're closed for the day." The only way I could get a rental was to do a whole NEW rental. The pre-paid rental money would be lost. I was stuck and had to get a new rental. The whole experience was terrible.

1 out of 5

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

9.0

Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

8.9

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.8

Value for money

8.3

3 locations in Cedar Rapids

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Locations in Cedar Rapids

1800 Dodge Rd Ne

+1 319 393 2200

Monday07:30 - 18:00
Tuesday07:30 - 18:00
Wednesday07:30 - 18:00
Thursday07:30 - 18:00
Friday07:30 - 18:00
Saturday09:00 - 23:59
Sunday12:00 - 15:00

2121 Arthur Collins Pkwy Sw

+1 833 511 1750

Monday07:00 - 22:00
Tuesday07:00 - 22:00
Wednesday07:00 - 22:00
Thursday07:00 - 22:00
Friday07:00 - 22:00
Saturday08:00 - 18:00
Sunday08:00 - 18:00

3200 16th Ave Sw Ste B

+1 319 362 7000

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00
Saturday00:00 - 00:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

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10.0 Wonderful

Donald, Dec 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

The agent at the Cedar Rapids airport (CID) was early for her shift. None of the competitive companies showed up on time. Cheers to Her!!!! The staff at the drop off site near Allen Road in Peoria were friendly, efficient-- great team.

Cons:

Nothing-- all good

7.6 Good

Justin, Dec 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff was friendly. Decently easy to pick up and drop off.

Cons:

Chevy Spark was super small for $50 a day.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Sep 2023

Full-size

KAYAK
The easiest car rental experience we’ve had. Thank you

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jul 2023

Full-size

KAYAK
Could not have been smoother and nicer. Thank you!

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Apr 2023

Standard

KAYAK
The Toyota was very clean and efficient on gas. Friendly service at the airport. Easy pick up and return.

3.6 Poor

Anonymous, Sep 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

The gentleman who showed me the vehicle was very kind & funny.

Cons:

The pick-up process was very long. I told to go to one location but when I got there found out that location was closed & to go to another location on the other side of town. When I got to that location I still had to wait nearly an hour before I was able to take the vehicle. The original pickup time was noon, but I wasn't able to drive it until 3:30 due to the vehicle "not being ready". Additionally, the drop off was very unorganized, I stood in line for more than 20 minutes until someone finally acknowledged me. It was then that I was able to hand them the keys & they will email me a receipt, but because they were short staffed I wasn't able to go over the vehicle with them in person Also, the location has very limited parking so there are vehicles scattered everywhere & stacked 4 deep in addition to parking on the side streets. This location seemed very unorganized & not very friendly

1 out of 2

Alamo

8.7

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.9

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.9

Value for money

8.6

One location in Cedar Rapids

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Locations in Cedar Rapids

2121 Arthur Collins Pkwy Sw

+1 844 366 8842

Monday07:00 - 22:00
Tuesday07:00 - 22:00
Wednesday07:00 - 22:00
Thursday07:00 - 22:00
Friday07:00 - 22:00
Saturday08:00 - 18:00
Sunday08:00 - 18:00

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2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Apr 2024

Economy

KAYAK
The most horrible people you might deal with ever.

10.0 Wonderful

Gutz, Feb 2024

Compact SUV

KAYAK
Excellent

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, May 2023

Standard SUV

KAYAK
The greeting.... how fast it was to get in and out...the car was amazing for prom night thank you

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Apr 2023

Full-size

KAYAK
Friendly staff. Easy pick up and return. Very nice car.

10.0 Wonderful

Franklin, Feb 2023

Full-size

KAYAK
At pickup any desk could help me same for drop off. Car was 100 feet from desk. It doesn't get better.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Aug 2022

KAYAK
I had absolutely no problem with the car or Alamo!

1 out of 3

Dollar

8.0

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.0

Value for money

8.2

2 locations in Cedar Rapids

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Locations in Cedar Rapids

2121 Wright Brothers Blvd West

+1 866 434 2226

Monday09:00 - 23:59
Tuesday09:00 - 23:59
Wednesday09:00 - 23:59
Thursday09:00 - 23:59
Friday09:00 - 23:59
Saturday09:00 - 23:59
Sunday09:00 - 23:59

2151 Werner Ave Ne

+1 319 393 0221

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00
Saturday09:00 - 23:59

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10.0 Wonderful

hawkia, Jul 2024

Compact

KAYAK
First car was after hours and not cleaned or gassed. Sticky tar under driver's foot. Had to bring it back next day. But they did handle it well then.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jul 2024

Full-size SUV

KAYAK
Very good

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Jan 2024

Full-size SUV

KAYAK
The desk closed at 5 so we were stranded at the airport for hours. No other rental cars were available.

2.0 Poor

Flavia, Mar 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

My flight was delayed due to bad weather over the Rockies, and by the time I arrived at my destination their booth was closed. I tried calling them 3 times during the day to alert them and no one answered (kept on hold every single time). They did not attempt to call me, and also did not leave the keys for my pick up. I ended up stranded at the airport trying to find transportation to my hotel. Awful experience.

10.0 Wonderful

Lawrence, Sep 2023

Standard

KAYAK
Very pleased with the service. would use them again

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jun 2022

KAYAK
Good job

1 out of 2

Budget

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.9

Value for money

6.9

2 locations in Cedar Rapids

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Locations in Cedar Rapids

2121 Arthur Collins Pkwy Sw

+1 319 366 6434

Monday07:30 - 18:00
Tuesday07:30 - 18:00
Wednesday07:30 - 18:00
Thursday07:30 - 18:00
Friday07:30 - 18:00
Saturday09:30 - 19:30
Sunday09:00 - 23:59

5040 Council Street Northeast

+1 319 294 8400

Monday08:30 - 17:45
Tuesday08:30 - 17:45
Wednesday08:30 - 17:45
Thursday08:30 - 17:45
Friday08:30 - 17:45
Saturday08:30 - 17:45

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2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Jun 2022

KAYAK
I don’t like their rental policy and their rental car

10.0 Wonderful

Jacob, Mar 2022

KAYAK
Fairly convenient location, nice staff, easy pickup and drop-off no hassle

3.9 Poor

Joseph, Jul 2021

KAYAK
Miscommunication, reserved a car in town and it was closed by the time we arrived at 4:00 PM. Had to UBER to and from the airport cost $60.00 total. Had to rent a car from the airport which was $350.00 more than what was reserved. Very disappointing that when making the reservation no one told us about them closing at 4:00 PM the same time our flight landed

7.9 Good

Anonymous, Jul 2021

KAYAK
The whole process was easy. Wish I’d gotten a vehicle like the one selected though. I selected a Ford Edge and they gave me a Mitsubishi instead. Ver disapp in that brand.

1 out of 2

Avis

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.4

Value for money

6.7

One location in Cedar Rapids

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Locations in Cedar Rapids

2121 Arthur Collins Parkway

+1 319 366 6418

Monday07:30 - 18:00
Tuesday07:30 - 18:00
Wednesday07:30 - 18:00
Thursday07:30 - 18:00
Friday07:30 - 18:00
Saturday09:30 - 19:30
Sunday09:00 - 23:59

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6.0 Okay

Anonymous, Mar 2024

Standard SUV

KAYAK
The car itself was fine for what we needed but we paid double what we were quoted due to undisclosed fees. Overall, won't be doing it again.

2.0 Poor

Stephen, Nov 2023

Compact

KAYAK
Avis left before I arrived at 1130. I called Hotwire and they said they talked to Avis people next day at location, but impossible because they were closed. So I got gouged by Hertz. Will never use Hotwire, Kayak or Avis again

9.6 Wonderful

Anonymous, Nov 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff was great, pick up and drop off we’re quick and easy

Cons:

Seemed expensive

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Oct 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Very excellent staff!

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Feb 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Very friendly staff

7.6 Good

Lisa, Dec 2019

KAYAK

Cons:

Very basic economy car.

1 out of 5

National

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 Cedar Rapids

Locations in Cedar Rapids

2121 Arthur Collins Pkwy Sw

+1 844 366 8841

Monday07:00 - 22:00
Tuesday07:00 - 22:00
Wednesday07:00 - 22:00
Thursday07:00 - 22:00
Friday07:00 - 22:00
Saturday08:00 - 18:00
Sunday08:00 - 18:00

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Thrifty

6.7

Okay

One location in Cedar Rapids

Locations in Cedar Rapids

2151 Werner Ave Ne

+1 319 393 0221

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00
Saturday09:00 - 23:59

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No reviews available

Easirent

4.6

Mediocre

One location in Cedar Rapids

Locations in Cedar Rapids

The Eastern Iowa Airport

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Sunnycars

No score available yet

One location in Cedar Rapids

Locations in Cedar Rapids

2121 Arthur Collins Pkwy Sw

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95 travellers who rented a car in Cedar Rapids gave the car agency they used an average rating of 4.8

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Intermediate

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Airport locations9