Harlingen car rentals from C$ 80/day
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Cheap car rentals in Harlingen
KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Harlingen
- If you're planning on visiting the city of Harlingen but have no room in your schedule, we can help you find a cheap car rental in Harlingen that will allow you to get around the area more efficiently. One of the famous sights in the area is the Rio Grande Valley Museum and the Harlingen Arts & Heritage Museum. It will only take 45 minutes to complete the 40.4 miles journey from downtown to the RGV Museum, whereas it will take 10 minutes to move from downtown to the Heritage Museum, which is 4.2 miles away. Also, you can visit the Hugh Ramsey Nature Park, which is 2.8 miles away, and it will take only 7min when using a rental car.
- There are a couple of train stations in Harlingen which you can use to travel from one location to another within the area. On arrival at the Union Pacific train station, the cheap car rentals in Harlingen are located on the North end of the terminal near the baggage claim area. The location of car rental facilities within the station are near the intersection of Cesar Chavez Ave and Alameda. You can pick up any car of your choice from compact ones to hybrid cars and even SUVs. Getting a car rental from the different car rental companies such as Budget and Hertz will make your travel in and around Harlingen much easier.
- When using Harlingen car rentals, you are urged to be aware of the road rules in the area to avoid penalties. Drivers should watch out for vulnerable road users and keep a safe distance of 3 feet when either driving past them or behind them. Doing so will greatly reduce the chances of getting into an accident with pedestrians when driving in the area.
- Car rentals in Harlingen ensure you can manage your trip conveniently as you navigate this city. You can utilize your Harlingen car rental to get to nearby sites, such as the Harlingen Arts and Heritage Museum that sits around 3.3 miles from the town center. If you travel with friends and workmates, you can drive a bit further to the Lower Rio Grande Valley National Wildlife Refuge, located approximately 12.6 miles from central Harlingen. You can visit the Freddy Gonzalez Memorial Park Splash Playground in the neighboring Edinburg city, needing you to drive for about 39 miles from Harlingen in your rented vehicle.
- There are two major airports providing access to Harlingen, the Valley International Airport located around 4 miles away and the Brownsville South Padre Island International Airport, approximately 29 miles from the central city. The Valley International Airport has a center for car rentals in Harlingen containing several brands available at the airport, such as Avis, Enterprise, and National. You can reach their counters inside the terminal by taking the escalator to the lower level and finding them across from the Baggage Claim. Additionally, you can also take a shuttle that runs every 15min outside the Baggage Claim area for an approximately 2min ride to the Dollar, Hertz, and Budget renting areas. Besides this, the Brownsville South Padre Island International Airport also features a Rental Car Center with different companies, including Enterprise, National, and Avis. You can locate their desks on your left after exiting security. Do note that National and Enterprise service from the same counter.
- Harlingen has a comprehensive road network, including interstate highways, freeways, and streets that promote comfortable access to different areas. However, you may choose to add a GPS to your vehicle to maneuver the interconnected pathways without getting lost. You can occasionally come across some jaywalkers, so stay watchful of pedestrians as you drive.
- Traffic can get busy along the freeways such as Interstate 69E and highways like US 83, causing considerable delays during the rush hour that generally starts around 5pm. The city can get particularly cold during winter with rain and lower temperatures. Nonetheless, the absence of snow enables you to travel with ease whenever you choose to stay in Harlingen.
- Book your rental car in Harlingen at least 7 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Intermediate rental cars in Harlingen are around 4% more expensive than other car types, on average
FAQs about renting a car in Harlingen
What type of car is recommended for driving in Harlingen?
Many Harlingen residents have cars, and the limited parking garages make it ideal to have a small-sized car to move around small spaces with ease. Nevertheless, the well-connected roads make it convenient to drive to and from the city without ground clearance issues.
What’s the speed limit in Harlingen?
Most Harlingen streets have a 30mph speed limit. If you drive along roads within urban districts without posted signs, the Texas law provides a universal restriction of around 30mph. When driving in alleys within the urban district, the limit is roughly 15mph. Limitation on the highways outside the urban district is around 60mph, dropping to approximately 55mph at night. This speed limit increases to approximately 70mph when using a highway numbered by state outside the urban district. These highways require you to reduce your speed to about 65mph during nighttime travel.
Where are the best places to park in Harlingen?
The Valley International Airport's parking area offers a spacious remote lot for a long-term utility that charges around $5 per day with the first 30min free. You can also get a short-term option at the close-in lot with a daily maximum rate of approximately $10.
What is the cheapest car rental company in Harlingen?
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Avis (C$ 80/day), Dollar (C$ 90/day) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (C$ 150/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest rental car price was found at Avis 3002 Heritage Way 78550 (5 kilometers from city center).
How much is gas price in Harlingen?
The average gas price in Harlingen is C$ 4.76 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 Harlingen?
Intermediate (Toyota RAV4 or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Harlingen.
How can I find car rentals near me in Harlingen?
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 Harlingen?
An Intermediate car rental in Harlingen costs C$ 89 per day, on average.
How much does a Compact car rental cost in Harlingen?
A Compact car rental in Harlingen costs C$ 83 per day, on average.
What are the common mistakes drivers make when driving in Harlingen?
When driving in Harlingen, you are encouraged to be vigilant of the motorcyclists. Vigilance will save you from damages to your car rental vehicle and time wasted in accident negotiations.
What events are likely to interrupt regular traffic in Harlingen?
The Rio Grande Valley Birding Festival is among the annual celebrations that interrupt the normal traffic flow in the area. Those traveling through Interstate 2 and U.S. 83 should avoid the routes when the event is running to avoid getting held up in traffic. The annual event takes place in the month of November.
Harlingen 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.
Avis
8.0
Very good
Read 8 reviewsCleanliness
8.3
Comfort
8.2
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.3
Value for money
7.8
One location in Harlingen
Locations in Harlingen
3002 Heritage Way
+1 956 430 8690
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10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Nov 2023
Minivan
2.0 Poor
Ryan, Apr 2021
Pros:
Nothing. AwfulCons:
You could have given me my car. Instead they gave it away before my arrival6.0 Okay
Phil, Jan 2021
Pros:
Staff was super friendly, very helpful and quick with getting me on my wayCons:
I rented a midsize car and got a minivan2.0 Poor
Jeff, Sep 2020
Pros:
nothingCons:
My flight landed at :6:15 pm, and hey were closed at 5 pm?9.2 Wonderful
Gary, Jan 2020
Pros:
the staff was fine and the drop off was smooth.Cons:
price seemed higher than in some other areas.10.0 Wonderful
Ray, Dec 2019
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Super staff and serviceCons:
PerfectBudget
8.0
Very good
Read 8 reviewsCleanliness
8.1
Comfort
8.4
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.1
Value for money
8.3
One location in Harlingen
Locations in Harlingen
3210 East Grimes Street
+1 956 507 4003
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4.0 Mediocre
Anonymous, Apr 2024
Full-size
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Mar 2024
Full-size
1.9 Poor
Kathryn, Jun 2021
7.6 Good
Anonymous, Feb 2020
Pros:
Friendly staff. Got lucky with shuttle back to airport - did not have to wait too long. Good value.Cons:
The car was very worn for only having 12,000 miles. Lot's of dings and dents, stained seats, chipped windshield. May I was at Rent-a-Wreck? But it ran fine and no issue with how the car operated.10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Oct 2019
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My entire experience was fantastic10.0 Wonderful
Jill, Mar 2022
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
7.8
Good
Read 12 reviewsCleanliness
7.9
Comfort
8.1
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.2
Value for money
7.6
3 locations in Harlingen
Locations in Harlingen
3030 Airport Dr
+1 956 430 8643
370 N Texas Ave
+1 956 565 9900
7800 W Expressway 83
+1 956 423 9104
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2.0 Poor
Joe, Jul 2024
Passenger Van
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Jan 2024
Full-size
6.0 Okay
Anonymous, Apr 2021
Pros:
I thought the staff was nice, and the car was available on shot notice after my other rental company canceled a few days prior to my trip.Cons:
The car smelled like cigarettes, and it never really went away.8.0 Very good
Deb, Apr 2021
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Pickup/drop off right in the airport and very easy.4.0 Mediocre
Anonymous, Apr 2021
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No cars ready. Had to wait for over an hour for someone to turn in a car. They overbooked reservations. There were 10 people in same boat with me. Delay Delay Another Delay. They did not say sorry or offer discount.10.0 Wonderful
Juan Carlos, Sep 2020
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Everything was just fine.Cons:
If the car could fly.Dollar
7.1
Good
Read 6 reviewsCleanliness
7.3
Comfort
7.6
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.6
Value for money
6.6
One location in Harlingen
Locations in Harlingen
Airport Terminal Building
+1 866 434 2226
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10.0 Wonderful
Neil, Feb 2021
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Staff in HRL was friendly and helpful9.2 Wonderful
Anonymous, Oct 2020
Pros:
a car was available as requestedCons:
add customer service reps during peek hours8.0 Very good
Anonymous, Oct 2020
Cons:
I was promised a full-size car and one was not available.2.0 Poor
Benjamin, Jul 2023
Standard
6.0 Okay
Arnoldo, Jan 2022
7.9 Good
Anonymous, Aug 2021
Hertz
6.9
Okay
Read 7 reviewsCleanliness
7.4
Comfort
6.7
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.1
Value for money
6.5
One location in Harlingen
Locations in Harlingen
3030 Airport Drive
+1 956 430 8620
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8.0 Very good
Anonymous, May 2021
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The person that assisted me was friendly and great! The wait was quite long but everything else was great.10.0 Wonderful
Angela, Apr 2021
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Pick up and drop off was super easy, especially for a one-way rental. Loved the make and model we were given.2.0 Poor
Matthew, Feb 2021
Pros:
NothingCons:
We got to the airport. Hertz was closed. No car. We couldn’t get through on th phone. We were stranded. I get Texas is historically bad right now, but a call, or not taking the reservation would have been great2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Mar 2023
Supplier choice
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Aug 2022
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Apr 2022
National
6.0
Okay
Read 1 reviewCleanliness
6.0
Comfort
6.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.0
Value for money
6.0
One location in Harlingen
Locations in Harlingen
3030 Airport Dr
+1 844 855 7195
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10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Aug 2020
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Yes. Everything very easyCons:
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Good to know
Most popular car type | Intermediate |
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When to book a rental car in Harlingen
Everything you need to know for your car rental in Harlingen
Harlingen car rental information
| Pick-up location | Harlingen |
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| Car types | Full-size, Full-size SUV, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Minivan, Standard SUV, Supplier choice |
| Rental locations | 9 |
| Airport locations | 8 |
| Popular agencies | Dollar, Avis, Enterprise Rent-A-Car |