Greenville car rental information
| Pick-up location | Greenville |
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| Rental locations | 13 |
| Airport locations | 9 |
Cheap car rentals in Greenville
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KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Greenville
- Cheap car rentals in Greenville can cover the about five miles distance from Pitt-Greenville Airport to downtown in about 10 minutes. Exit 400 Airport Road and drive east to W 14th Avenue. Continue for about 400 feet, then take a right to N Memorial Drive. Continue for around two miles and turn left onto Farmville Boulevard. Drive about half a mile, take a right to W 14th Avenue and continue for about a mile. Take a right to S Charles Boulevard for about a mile, then make another right to Greenville Boulevard SE, which heads downtown.
- Avoid using substances that can impair your driving capabilities before hitting the road with cheap car rentals in Greenville. These include alcohol and drug abuse. Getting behind the wheel with a BAC of more than 0.08% is a law offense. Every occupant in your vehicle should strap on a seatbelt. Have your turn signal on at least a few feet before making the turn and perform a shoulder check for vehicles in your blind spot. Also, avoid distracted driving, such as sending texts on your smartphone. Maintain at least a 3-second distance between you and other vehicles.
- Explore nearby cities with Greenville car rentals at your pace. Take day trips to attractions in neighboring cities. Rent a 4×4 and tackle your way to the Blue Ridge Mountains in Ashville. The drive from Greenville to Ashville covers about 400 miles and is around 5h long. A 4×4 is also the best vehicle to drive to the DuPont State Forest. It is about 6h away by car. Visit high-profile attractions in Charlotte like Levine Museum of the New South and NASCAR Hall of Fame, both about 3h 45min away by car from Greenville. Grab an SUV and drive your family to the North Carolina Zoo, just under 3h by car.
- Car rentals in Greenville make it easy to visit everything on your itinerary, whether it be paying a visit to the Greenville Museum of Art or exploring the River Park North. Head to cities in the surrounding region, including Raleigh and Durham. A rental car is also a convenient way to visit attractions that are removed from the city center, like the scenic Goose Creek State Park, which is approximately 45min away from Greenville.
- If you’re interested in Greenville car rentals, keep in mind that you can pick yours up directly from Pitt–Greenville Airport. To do this, head to the rental car center that can be found in the airport’s arrivals terminal just next to the baggage claim. Rather than taking a shuttle or taxi, you can simply walk there due to its close proximity. Once you arrive, you will find that there are several companies to choose from, including Avis, Enterprise, and Hertz.
- Greenville is a large city with many neighborhoods and long, winding roads, making it difficult to navigate if you are not particularly familiar with the area. Prevent yourself from getting lost during your stay in town and add a GPS system to car rentals in Greenville. There tend to be many cyclists and pedestrians in the uptown district and near East Carolina University, so also make sure to keep your eyes open for them when driving.
- Local highways 33, 43, and 264 often have heavy amounts of traffic during rush hour. If you don’t want to find yourself stuck in a traffic jam, try to avoid taking these roads between the hours of 8am and 9am and 5pm and 6pm. During the winter months, there is frequently snow and ice on the streets, so make sure to drive with caution during these conditions. You may also want to verify that your rental car is outfitted with the proper equipment, such as with chains on the tires.
- Book your rental car in Greenville at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Economy rental cars in Greenville are around 20% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about renting a car in Greenville
What type of car is recommended for driving in Greenville?
An SUV can be a convenient choice for a rental car in Greenville, as it will help you drive safely throughout the surrounding region’s mountains and forested area. During the winter months, an SUV will also allow you to maintain stability when driving in poor weather. Hiking, camping, and biking are all popular activities in the region, and this type of vehicle is spacious enough to hold your equipment.
What’s the speed limit in Greenville?
On residential and business streets, the speed limit is often 25mph. If you are driving near a school, you will find that the limit is almost always 20mph. In more remote parts of the city, the speed limit can be closer to 35 or 40mph. Highways usually have a maximum limit of 65mph, but this can vary depending on your exact location. Police patrols are common on local highways, so make sure to follow traffic laws.
Where are the best places to park in Greenville?
There is an ample amount of free street parking in Greenville as well as parking spots that are free for up to 2h. The Parking Deck can be found in the uptown district of the city and has many paid spaces that are open to the public and require payment through a meter. There is also the Fourth Street Parking Garage, which offers paid parking.
How much is gas price in Greenville?
The average gas price in Greenville is C$ 4.78 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between C$ 57 and C$ 76, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular rental car in Greenville?
Economy (Kia Rio or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Greenville.
How can I find car rentals near me in Greenville?
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 Greenville?
An Economy car rental in Greenville costs C$ 83 per day, on average.
How much does a Mini car rental cost in Greenville?
A Mini car rental in Greenville costs C$ 158 per day, on average.
How much does a Standard car rental cost in Greenville?
A Standard car rental in Greenville costs C$ 73 per day, on average.
Are there car rentals in downtown Greenville?
Yes, downtown offers several Greenville car rentals for travelers accessing the city via road. Hertz is at East Arlington Boulevard. Their offices are inside Greenville Square Shopping Center.
Are there tolls in Greenville?
Luckily renters don’t have to pay tolls to use roads in Greenville. However, cheap car rentals in Greenville will pay tolls on roads like the Monroe Expressway, I-77 Express Lanes, and the Triangle Expressway when they drive within North Carolina. Payments are strictly via the E-ZPass or NC Quick Pass; no cash payments for tolls are acceptable in North Carolina.
Greenville car rental reviews and directory
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
7.9
Good
7 reviewsCleanliness
7.5
Comfort
8.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.0
Value for money
8.0
4 locations in Greenville
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10.0 Wonderful
Apr. 2017
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Let me drop off where I wanted with no extra charge4.4 Mediocre
Jan. 2017
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They had the car I had reserved. Staff were very friendly.Cons:
When I started the car, I looked down and the gas gauge was BELOW empty. I didn't have time to change cars so I had to go ahead an leave- worried the entire time I'd run out of gas before I got to a station. Dude said, "just make sure you return it on empty." Right.Alamo
7.7
Good
14 reviewsCleanliness
7.1
Comfort
8.2
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.0
Value for money
7.1
One location in Greenville
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2.0 Poor
Dec. 2021
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When I went to pick up the car, I was told that the car I reserved was not available. I booked the car well in advance, this is not acceptable. I was forced to take whatever car they had available, as I had no other alternative and didn’t want to cancel my family’s vacation which was planned months in advance. Very disappointed with Alamo.2.0 Poor
Mar. 2018
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I couldn't get the carCons:
The fact I booked it and they didn't have any cars10.0 Wonderful
Jan. 2018
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Easy pick up, easy drop off5.2 Fair
Jul. 2020
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The car was dirty. The gas was between 3/4 and full. The check light is on. The cruise control don't work. There are scratches all over the car and nothing was said aboutHertz
6.7
Okay
17 reviewsCleanliness
6.9
Comfort
7.1
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.3
Value for money
6.5
2 locations in Greenville
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2.0 Poor
Aug. 2020
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There was no staff when we arrived. We were never able to rent a car and were stranded at the airport.Cons:
Everything. When we called an explained we were stranded at the airport and there were no employees to help us. They basically said to wait until the next day when the reopen to get a car. I explained we had no transportation to spend a night in a local hotel. They offered no other options. Absolute disaster. Now i know why HERTZ has filed bankruptcy.4.8 Mediocre
Jul. 2020
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The rental car was not ready for pick up at our reservation time and we were told to wait for several hours after in order for someone else to drop off their car.Cons:
The employees offered no solution and could not rectify the situation at all. We just had to deal with it.2.0 Poor
Feb. 2020
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The staff was very friends and helpful10.0 Wonderful
May 2019
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It was great9.6 Wonderful
May 2019
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Staff friendly and helpful. Price excellent.Cons:
Car horn malfunction. Staff handled quickly and efficiently. Taxes and fees are an abomination.10.0 Wonderful
Mar. 2019
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The staff was extremely friendly and made the rental process easy. The car was clean and I was expecting a small vehicle for the price I paid, but it was actually nice and roomy.Cons:
The rental attendant was friendly...actually too friendly. The process would’ve have been a little quicker if he didn’t have long conversations with the customers as he was processing rentals.Budget
6.5
Okay
19 reviewsCleanliness
6.3
Comfort
7.6
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.3
Value for money
6.3
One location in Greenville
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10.0 Wonderful
May 2019
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Staff was very friendly and helpful good customer service.10.0 Wonderful
Oct. 2018
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No waiting to pick up the car and I was able to pick it up early for around $4 rather than some outrageous charge or being hit with a new daily rate.Cons:
Not a single thing.2.0 Poor
Apr. 2018
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Desk reported they have no cars despite my reservation. Employee at desk reports this is a chronic problem happening for at least a year at this locaion7.2 Good
Oct. 2016
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Good, clean car. Great price. Car ran great and got excellent gas mileage.Cons:
I had a reservation for noon on a Friday. I wanted to pick the car up a couple hours later and tried to call the airport location where I was going to pick the car up. No one answered so I called Budget 800 number and asked if I could pick the car up at 2 pm instead of noon. The Budget 800 operator told me the location will hold my reservation for 15 hours and picking it up at 2 pm would not be a problem. So, I show up at 2 pm to pick up the car and the Budget Agency Operator said he didn't have a car for me because I was supposed to be there at noon. I told him I talked to Budget 800 number and told him what they told me and he said "it doesn't work that way". Well, I told him his problem is with Budget and not me!! He ended up finding me a car but his sour and bad attitude did not sit well with me. Then, when I went to turn car in on Sunday, I did so at noon even though I did not pick car up until 2 pm just so I wouldn't run into same problem if that same guy was working. The cage to the booth was closed so I started filling out drop-off paperwork and was almost done when I heard something move in the booth and that same Agency Operator was sitting at a desk doing something but he did not even let his presence be known or ask to help me check the car in. In fact, I even said something about not seeing him there and he didn't even respond to what I said. The Budget Agency Operator at the airport in Greenville, NC really needs to work on his CUSTOMER SERVICE!! I will not use Budget again since Enterprise and Hertz have locations at the Greenville airport.10.0 Wonderful
Aug. 2016
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I made a reservation for the wrong Greenville. The young man at the counter found it and was able to secure a car for me at the same price. Excellent service and excellent work by your staff. Thank You4.8 Mediocre
Jul. 2016
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No real concern about the brakesAvis
6.4
Okay
8 reviewsCleanliness
6.0
Comfort
6.4
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.0
Value for money
6.8
One location in Greenville
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6.0 Okay
May 2021
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Only 1 person working at location. Poor car selection, did not get what I ordered. Car did not have gas filled and tire pressure light on.10.0 Wonderful
Aug. 2020
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The whole process was easy.Cons:
Nothing2.0 Poor
Nov. 2022
6.0 Okay
Jun. 2022
National
5.0
Fair
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Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.0
Value for money
5.0
One location in Greenville
Easirent
4.0
Mediocre
No reviews available
One location in Greenville
Sunnycars
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One location in Greenville
VIPCars Recommendation
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One location in Greenville
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