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As Florida is the sun-kissed state, travelers who want to make the most of their time should consider renting a convertible. A compact car is also a wise choice to make when driving through the city, as finding a parking spot or maneuvering through the unfamiliar streets becomes invariably easier.
Do not go faster than 30 mph within the city limits of Gainesville unless otherwise posted. Outside the city, the usual regulated speed limit is 50 mph and 70 mph on freeways. It is important to check ground markings and posted speed limit signs and to adapt your speed to traffic, weather, and road conditions.
There are various options for finding parking spaces in Gainesville. There is some free on-street parking which is time restricted as well as metered on-street parking. Parking garages like the SW Downton garage are plonked amidst many attractions and cost about $1 per hour, and long-term parking is also available. Parking lots like the lot on 2nd Avenue or on Main Street are other good alternatives with hourly rates from $0.25 upwards.
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Dollar (C$ 66/day), Alamo (C$ 67/day) and Hertz (C$ 70/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest rental car price was found at Dollar 3880 Northeast 39th Avenue 32609 (6 kilometers from city center).
The average gas price in Gainesville is C$ 5.27 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between C$ 63 and C$ 84, depending on the car size.
Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Gainesville.
Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.
A Mini car rental in Gainesville costs C$ 160 per day, on average.
An Intermediate car rental in Gainesville costs C$ 108 per day, on average.
A Special car rental in Gainesville costs C$ 75 per day, on average.
You must be at least 21 years old to rent a car. However, most car rental companies have policies when renting cars to young renters. Thus, research car rental age policies for various companies before settling for a particular agency.
This depends on the car rental agency. Some agents prefer you to return it refueled, which must show as full. Other companies require renters to pre-pay for the fuel before picking up the vehicle.
2 locations in Gainesville
Locations in Gainesville
1714 Sw 34th St
+1 352 335 0940
3400 Northeast 39th Avenue
+1 352 373 3959
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8.8 Very good
Sep. 2020
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Pick up and drop off very efficient. Staff was excellent.Cons:
Car had smell of smoke2 locations in Gainesville
Locations in Gainesville
3620 N. Main Street
+1 352 376 3123
3880 Ne 39th Ave Ste F
+1 352 373 8444
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Apr. 2021
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Everything was fine except they close at noon on Sat and didn't let us know until I called to confirm. We had high anxiety to get there on time. There were many people that didn't get their car. Thank God I callef.10.0 Wonderful
Apr. 2021
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The staff is amazing! Great bunch! They always make it very hassle free at this location!!!Cons:
Absolutely nothing.4.0 Mediocre
Mar. 2021
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The suv we reserved was not available no one called us beforhand paid the price of a suv for a car, car was not cleaned at all customer service was not good6.0 Okay
Sep. 2020
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I almost lost on a car, because I wasn't within the hour, but didn't get a cal. Every other car rental calls as a courtecy.4 locations in Gainesville
Locations in Gainesville
3423 Sw Williston Rd
+1 352 371 7141
3880 N E 39th Avenue
+1 833 679 2053
410 Nw 39th Avenue Suite B
+1 352 371 6599
730 W University Ave
+1 352 336 3390
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One location in Gainesville
Locations in Gainesville
3880 Ne 39th Ave Ste G
+1 844 841 7825
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2.0 Poor
May 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Sep. 2021
2 locations in Gainesville
Locations in Gainesville
1714 Sw 34th St
+1 352 371 2424
3880 N.E. 39th Avenue Suite E
+1 352 375 4326
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Nov. 2023
4.0 Mediocre
Apr. 2021
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Long line to rent, car smelled like pee6.4 Okay
Jan. 2020
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Staff was unfriendly at drop off. She was so unwelcoming it makes me not want to rent from you allCons:
The rate for adding on days at the counter6.0 Okay
Apr. 2023
10.0 Wonderful
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2 locations in Gainesville
Locations in Gainesville
3620 N. Main Street
+1 352 376 3123
3880 Northeast 39th Avenue
+1 866 434 2226
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2.0 Poor
Jun. 2021
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No one was working at the counter even though I had a reservation. After waiting 20 minutes I went to enterprise and rented a vehicle from themOne location in Gainesville
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3880 Ne 39th Ave
+1 844 841 7826
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2 locations in Gainesville
Locations in Gainesville
3620 N. Main Street
+1 352 376 3123
603 Southwest 10th Street,suite 107
(352) 622-9980
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3880 Northeast 39th Avenue
+1 407 438 8010
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3880 Ne 39Th Ave Ste G, Gainesville, , USA Florida
+1 914 368 0091
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Most popular car type | Mini |
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Pick-up location | Gainesville |
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Car types | Compact, Economy, Full-size, Full-size SUV, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Luxury, Minivan, Standard, Standard SUV |
Rental locations | 20 |
Airport locations | 11 |
Popular agencies | Budget, Alamo, Hertz, Avis, Dollar |