KAYAK’s insights & trends for Greenville car rentals
Check out the latest trends and booking tips to rent a car in Greenville with confidence.
How far in advance should you book a rental car in Greenville?
You should book your rental car in Greenville around 7 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.
What is the best rental car company in Greenville?
Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car rental companies in Greenville are Avis (7.9, 13 reviews), Budget (6.5, 8 reviews), and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (6.2, 6 reviews).
What is the most popular rental car in Greenville?
Rentals in the Medium category (Toyota Corolla or similar) are the most popular option in Greenville, costing C$ 94/day on average. Some users have found deals as low as C$ 56/day.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Greenville?
The cheapest month to rent a car in Greenville is February at an average cost of C$ 82/day. July is the most expensive month to rent a car in Greenville when prices are C$ 103/day on average, which tends to be 56% above the yearly average rental price for Greenville.
What rental car company in Greenville has the most locations?
Hertz operates 7 locations in Greenville, more than any other rental company.
Best tip is to do all your rental agreement paperwork online before you pick up. If you do, when you arrive they just hand you keys and point you to your car. Very easy.
StephenJun 2023
Use budget or dollar. I have always had an excellent experience with them. Avoid Hertz like the plague.
KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Greenville
A rental car is the perfect way to explore not only Greenville, but also the surrounding region of northern South Carolina. With a car you will be able to freely explore the city’s main attractions, such as Falls Park on the Reedy, located in downtown Greenville's Historic West End. Head to Caesars Head State Park, where you’ll be surrounded by mountains and majestic nature. It’s less than an hour’s drive away and you can make as many scenic stops as you please.
All the big car rental agencies, including Alamo, Avis, and Enterprise, can be found at Greenville–Spartanburg International Airport (GSP), which is located in Greer, about 20 minutes northeast of Greenville. The car rental desks are located within the terminal, just across the baggage claim area. If you’re arriving by plane, just follow the Baggage Claim signs. The rental cars are typically parked on the first level of the parking garage.
Driving in Greenville is pretty straightforward, as long as you keep an eye out for road signs as well as cyclists, since most areas of the city don’t have a designated bike path. Although the coast of South Carolina is hit the hardest during hurricane and cyclone season (June through November), the rest of the state is also at risk. If you’re driving in those months, make sure to be extra careful when the weather gets wetter.
Although traffic is manageable, especially when compared to other big U.S. cities, you’re better off avoiding rush hour traffic both in the morning (between 7:30 and 10 a.m.) and the afternoon (between 4 and 7 p.m.), especially if you don't want to be stuck in traffic for longer than needed. The I-385 gets quite congested during those times, as do other roads such as Memorial Drive, Greenville Boulevard, and Arlington Boulevard.
If you are traveling with kids, try the SUV Greenville car rentals that have enough space for people and luggage. Don’t drive Greenville cheap car rentals along the left lane on highways. The left lane is used for an upcoming left turn or passing purposes. Furthermore, when your windshield wipers are on, ensure your headlights are on. The State laws don’t allow you to text when driving. Oddly enough, the laws do not prohibit wearing earphones when driving car rentals in Greenville.
Drinking and driving are not allowed for drivers with a blood-alcohol content of 0.08% or higher. We always advise against driving car rentals in Greenville when under the influence. Please leave the Greenville car rental behind. When driving car rentals in Greenville, make sure you get familiar with the major roads and the metropolitan area. Always make sure you check out the navigation applications before you go to a destination. If you are caught up in the rush hour traffic, book the compact or economy car rentals in Greenville, they are small enough to maneuver the traffic and get you to your destination faster.
Book an SUV car rental in Greenville for a road trip with your loved ones. You and your loved ones will have enough legroom and cargo space to picnic, reconnect with nature, and unwind at the Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden. Alternatively, you can travel in style by booking a convertible car rental in Greenville and enjoy the scenery as you cruise through the area. If you are coming from the Greenville-Spartanburg Airport, it will take you less than an hour to drive into town. The I-385 route will take you directly to the heart of Greenville. Additionally, the parking is affordable in the downtown area. Some parking garages offer free parking for the first hour, while others are free on the weekends and after hours.
Small rental cars in Greenville are around 32% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about renting a car in Greenville
What type of car is recommended for driving in Greenville?
A small automatic car is the recommended option in Greenville for travelers who don't require much space for passengers or luggage and plan on driving only around the city. But if you’re planning on heading to the mountains and lakes, and especially if you’re with family or a group of friends, an SUV might be the best option.
What’s the speed limit in Greenville?
The speed limit within the city is usually 35 miles per hour (mph), but it may be as low as 30 mph in certain residential areas, so look out for posted signs. Most rural two-lane roads typically have a speed limit of 55 mph, highways have a speed limit of 60 mph, and interstates all have posted speed limits with a maximum of 70 mph.
Where are the best places to park in Greenville?
Street parking is plentiful in Greenville, and the city offers many parking facilities that are usually close to the main attractions and shopping spots. The City offers the first hour of parking for free in any of their garages, and drivers must pay $1.50 to park for the second hour and then $1 per hour afterwards, with a maximum of $7.50. Washington Street parking deck offers cheaper rates as well.
How much does a Medium car rental cost in Greenville?
A Medium car rental in Greenville costs C$ 113 per day, on average.
How much does a Small car rental cost in Greenville?
A Small car rental in Greenville costs C$ 162 per day, on average.
How much does a Special car rental cost in Greenville?
A Special car rental in Greenville costs C$ 82 per day, on average.
Where can I find Greenville cheap Car Rentals if I am younger than 25?
Different rental companies offer different age policies. This means that you will have to research and shop around. When you manage to find one, you are likely to get a surcharge that applies to car renters aged 21 to 24 years old.
Can I cancel my Greenville Car Rentals reservation?
You will have to read through the rental policy to confirm this. Nevertheless, most bookings allow a refund if you notify the Company at least 6 to 7 hours before the collection time. You will get more details once you confirm the policy.
Pickup was met with a guy trying to charge an extra 70 bucks for “ car shortage” Drop off was perfect and the reps helped make sure I wasn’t charged extra
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Oct 2022
More expensive than England otherwise on parr
2.0 Poor
Rich, Oct 2022
Not only was the car I requested not available but they had no car available. They left us stranded with no apologies. I will NEVER use AVIS again. No apologies, nothing.
6.0 Okay
Anonymous, May 2021
Pros:
I liked being able to book my rental online.
Cons:
When we arrived to pick up the vehicle, the van that I requested was not available. The van we requested would have had more space for our belongings to fit. The Pathfinder we received was very limited. We also had a price quoted online, and had I not had an issue with it, I would have been charged almost $200 more than I originally agreed to. Even though the pathfinder is a great vehicle, we needed exactly what we requested. Especially since we'd reserved the van at least two to three weeks in advance.
Pickup and drop off easy, car was good, price was good
4.0 Mediocre
Masie, May 2025
Economy
We have had our reservation for months, yet when we got there the girl said, “you’re lucky you came when you did, because this is the last car we have.” If I have a reservation, shouldn’t it be honored? Why was it the last car they had? Also, the car we got was very nice but it was dirty on the inside. I was hoping we wouldn’t get blamed and charged for it, and ended up cleaning out the other people’s trash anyway. Otherwise it was good. They were helpful at the office when we had issues and the rental was successful.
8.0 Very good
Jay, Mar 2024
Minivan
No one st Budget counter had to go to Avis and no one there initially
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Sep 2022
Seems like they are shutting down this location... I booked a car through Kayak, but didn't find out there were no cars available until I got to the Budget location.
I asked for a full size car and got a Hyundai. I could barely get in and out of it.
4.0 Mediocre
Anonymous, Sep 2024
Compact
Car was not available at the time requested. I had to wait about 6 and a half hours for a car to be available. The first location I tried to rent from on Laurens Road basically told me to get lost
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Aug 2024
Minivan
Waited till pick day to let us know they had no vehicle available
They overcharged me and the vehicle had issues with the fuel level gauge but got no help with that.
8.0 Very good
Anonymous, Apr 2021
Cons:
Two things-a car that was a bit cleaner, and the store open on Saturday for an early return.
2.0 Poor
Quisha, Apr 2021
Pros:
They did not have a car for us at all!!!! Nothing
Cons:
Don’t take money for cars that you do not have
2.0 Poor
Teddi, Mar 2021
Cons:
They didn't have the cargo van I rented. They called day of, saying they wanted to "save me the time" of coming to get it. I asked if they could locate one at another location and they told me I could call around. I did--no luck. I ended up having to rent an actual moving van and pay an extra month for being late. The representative didn't even apologize--just acted like it wasn't his problem. Appalling lack of customer service. :-(
6.0 Okay
Anonymous, Feb 2021
Cons:
The car smelled offensively of excessive air freshener as if the smell of cigarette smoke was being masked. The air freshener was so powerful that my cloths and belongings would smell like it hours after getting out of the car. My jacket still smells a day later!
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