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KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Lancaster

  • Car rentals in Lancaster offer higher flexibility to travelers who want to visit different destinations compared to any other means of transport in the city. Unlike the AVTA buses, which have fixed departure schedules and routes, you will be able to leave for your preferred destination at your convenience if you are using a rental car. Additionally, with your rental car, you can also change routes to avoid unnecessary traffic jams where necessary. Your list of must-visit places in Lancaster should not miss Hangar, a popular stadium in Lancaster and a landmark in entire California.
  • You should be 21 years old and above to use Lancaster car rentals. However, car rental agencies such as Avis, Enterprise, and Thrifty allow youngsters 21 years and above to rent cheap cars in Lancaster if they agree to their young driver's policy. This policy states that individuals between the ages of 21 and 24 may be permitted to rent specific makes and models of vehicles as long as they agree to pay the daily young driver's surcharge. Only individuals at least 25 years old are generally permitted to rent a car of their choice, taste, or preference in Lancaster. You should also note that most Lancaster car rentals have no maximum age limits for renting a car.
  • If you are arriving at Lancaster Airport (LNS), expect no hassle in renting your preferred model from Hertz, Budget, or Enterprise. The airport’s in-terminal car rental counter is a walkable distance from the arrivals. You can follow the car rental signs leading to the desks of the different Lancaster car rentals. You will not require a bus or shuttle to access these car rental desks. However, travelers who want to rent their car from a different location in the city after arriving at LNS have the liberty to do so. They can take a taxi from the airport to the car rental office of their choice.
  • If you're on vacation with your child and need to use cheap car rentals in Lancaster, you should consider the Pennsylvania rules for child safety seats and mobile phone guidelines. Children below 8 years and under 4'9" tall should be driven within the city when buckled in a toddler or booster seat. These seats should be in the back seat, which is considered a safe place for children below 12 years and less than 40 lbs. Ensure your child is seated far away from the airbag places because they are designed to protect adults but not children. Additionally, your phone should always have a pairing system to help you to safely pick up calls while driving cheap car rentals in Lancaster.
  • Drivers using Lancaster car rentals should know the toll roads before reserving their preferred cars. The city has four toll roads, including the Beaver Valley Expressway, the Southern Beltway, the Amos K. Hutchinson Bypass, and the Mon-Fayette Expressway. You should consider paying for these roads via the car plate, E-Z Pass, bank account, credit card, or cash at the toll booth once you get to the toll road. You must remember that car rental agencies in Lancaster do not cater to these roads' charges while reserving the car; you, as the driver, must pay for them whenever you are using them.
  • The good conditions of most Downtown Lancaster roads, including being wide and well tarmacked, should not get in your mind and make you stop being careful. Many pedestrians and cyclists using these roads jump onto the road without considering oncoming vehicles. Drivers using car rentals in Lancaster have to remain vigilant throughout your journey to avoid hitting any of them. Within the city’s central district, the slow movement of most vehicles should not tempt you to tailgate any. Most drivers in the city perceive tailgating as a malicious act, and doing that could land you into problems.
  • Expect difficulties when using car rentals in Lancaster when the city hosts two of its major annual events, the Lancaster CA Gun Show and Artisan Craft Faire, in November and August, respectively. The city experiences an increase in traffic with visitors coming from different parts of California and other states. You will also experience difficulties driving your rental car on most roads in Lancaster during the morning and evening rush hour. Between 7 am to 9 am in the morning and from 4 pm to 6 pm in the evening, the city experience heavy traffic on nearly all its roads, with the most affected being Musical Road.
  • Book your rental car in Lancaster at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Intermediate rental cars in Lancaster are around 50% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about renting a car in Lancaster

  • How much is gas price in Lancaster?

    The average gas price in Lancaster 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 Lancaster?

    Intermediate (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Lancaster.

  • Which car rental companies are at Los Angeles airport (LAX)?

    Car rental companies onsite at Los Angeles airport include Thrifty, Ace, Fox, Dollar, NU Car, Midway, Budget, Hertz, Sixt and Priceless.

  • Which car rental companies will pick you up at Los Angeles airport (LAX)?

    Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Los Angeles airport to off-airport locations include Thrifty, Dollar, NU Car, Midway, Budget, Hertz, Sixt, Priceless, Right Cars and Europcar.

  • How can I find car rentals near me in Lancaster?

    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 Lancaster?

    An Intermediate car rental in Lancaster costs C$ 61 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Standard car rental cost in Lancaster?

    A Standard car rental in Lancaster costs C$ 88 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Compact car rental cost in Lancaster?

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

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Lancaster?

    The nature of your destination and the number of people you are traveling with determine the type of car you should consider renting in Lancaster. An intermediate SUV will be a good car option if you are heading to off-road destinations. If you are accompanied by your family or friends, consider renting a spacious car. In this case SUV will be an ideal car type option for you. On the other hand, if you are traveling solo with one or two pieces of baggage, you can consider reserving an economy car.

  • Are there electric cars to rent in Lancaster, Pennsylvania?

    All car rental agencies have electric cars to rent in Lancaster. You won’t remain stranded at the place to charge your electric car rental because the city has 237 public charging stations; 31 are free to all car renters.

  • What’s the speed limit in Lancaster?

    The speed limits in Lancaster vary depending on the road you are using. A limit of 65 mph is allowed when driving on major highways. However, on two-lane undivided highways, drivers have to observe a speed limit of 55 mph. The speed limits get lower as you approach the city center and school zones, where you have to drive at 25 mph or below. The presence of speed cameras at major intersections and most roads within the central business district has enhanced the ability of traffic police to ensure compliance with the speed limits among travelers.

  • Do car rentals pay for a congestion charge in Lancaster?

    All car rental drivers in the city pay the congestion charge once a day, just like any driver. You are entitled to these charges, for the car rental agencies in the city do not cater to them while reserving their cars.

  • Where are the best places to park in Lancaster?

    You park your rental car at Schoolhouse Block Parking Structure to enjoy one of the most affordable parking rates in the city, at around $1 per hour. Other parking lots which more spaces make them more reliable among drivers in the city are VSP Parking and Rasmond Skypark FBO, both of which are located a short drive from the city center. You can also enjoy free parking if you stay at Lancaster Art Hotel and several others in the city.

Lancaster car rental reviews and directory 
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Hertz

Best rated

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.3

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.0

Value for money

7.3

3 locations in Lancaster

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38958 Carriage Way

+1 661 540 0889

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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43440 10th St. W. Ste 101

+1 661 726 2060

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438 Auto Vista Drive

+1 661 540 0889

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8.0 Very good

Marquita, Dec 2021

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On Google kayak website said if you pay through them they will not need a deposit that’s not true I still had to give them my credit luckily for me I was prepared but others are gonna be upset when they pay assuming they won’t need a deposit

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Yes.

Cons:

Exterior of car was very dirty. Had doubts about interior being sanitized.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Sep 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

The staff was very friendly and helpful. We requested a minivan because we were moving my daughters belongings cross county. When we arrived we were told that the van had a safety issue and couldn’t be driven. They were able to accommodate us with a SUV

Cons:

The rental was in a KIA dealership. Apparently there had been a recall and everyone needed rental cars. It took over an hour to be checked out. The staff was overwhelmed but did a good job

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Sep 2020

KAYAK

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Service was excellent. They picked me up from home. Will use their service again.

Cons:

Everything good

9.2 Wonderful

Anonymous, Sep 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

It could have smelled better but apart from that everything was great.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Aug 2023

Compact

KAYAK
Hertz employees late to open, no vehicle available to rent. even know I reserved a vehicle

1 out of 3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.6

Value for money

7.2

One location in Lancaster

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811 West Avenue K

+1 661 945 4611

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Mar 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Reliable reservation. New car selection

Cons:

Had to wait for car to be cleaned. Would be nice that cars are ready to go

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Aug 2023

Intermediate SUV

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Never again using a rental from this website and from enterprise. Both companies are a joke

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Dec 2022

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Great customer service at pick up, check in and drop off! Thank you, everyone!

1 out of 1

Budget

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

7.1

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.8

Value for money

7.4

2 locations in Lancaster

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221 West Avenue J

+1 661 948 2385

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43365 10th Street West

+1 661 942 1416

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2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Apr 2024

Economy

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I arrived at location. With my confirmation. They had no cars and kept the insurance payment. They said they were sorry! I got a ride 25 miles to get there. No calls to let me know anything!

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jan 2024

Compact

KAYAK
The staff were great! Pick up and drop off was quick and easy. The car was clean and comfortable. It felt like I was driving a new vehicle. The price was also very affordable. Definitely will use this service again!

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Nov 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Pick up and drop off was fast.

Cons:

Nothing

8.0 Very good

Anonymous, Jul 2023

Intermediate SUV

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They gave me a new car, which I really appreciated. It drove well and did exceptional on gas.

1 out of 2

Avis

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.6

Value for money

7.3

2 locations in Lancaster

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221 West Avenue J

+1 661 945 3483

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43365 10th Street West

+1 661 945 7176

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4.0 Mediocre

Dionne, Apr 2021

KAYAK

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Rudest customer service I’ve ever had, and I was also over charged for the car.

9.2 Wonderful

Israel, Oct 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Picking up and dropping off was easy.

Cons:

The security deposit. Was told the amount went up to $250. That was perfectly fine. But not when you’re charged $250 on top of the rental price when you already prepaid the car.

1 out of 1

Thrifty

5.8

Fair

One location in Lancaster

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Locations in Lancaster

43440 10th Street West

+1 661 726 2060

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
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Dollar

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One location in Lancaster

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412 Auto Vista Drive

+1 661 449 8580

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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1.9 Poor

Carlos, Oct 2021

KAYAK
They called me a night before my reservation and told me that sorry but they didn’t have a car for me. That was it and there was nothing they could do.

1 out of 1

25 travellers who rented a car in Lancaster gave the car agency they used an average rating of 5.8

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Most popular car type

Intermediate

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Lancaster car rental information

Pick-up locationLancaster
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