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Providence is mostly easy to navigate but, especially when coming in the winter time, a 4-wheel drive car is recommended. An SUV will give you enough space and traction to make it a smooth driving experience. In the summer months, a convertible gives the right summer feeling and maximum sunshine exposure.
In Providence, 20 mph is permitted in school zones and 25 mph in residential areas, unless indicated otherwise. Outside built-up areas, the maximum speed limit is 50 mph and freeways allow up to 65 mph. Always heed posted signs and adapt speed to the weather conditions.
On-street parking in Providence is metered and varies in time restrictions. Mostly, there is a time limit of 2 hours, but check at the allocated sign to be sure. Alternatively, opt for a parking garage like Providence Place or Metropark Park Row East, where cars can be parked over a longer period of time.
On average a rental car in Providence costs C$ 75 per day.
Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car rental company in Providence is Hertz (7.2, 57 reviews).
The average gas price in Providence 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.
Intermediate (Chevrolet Cruze or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Providence.
Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.
An Intermediate car rental in Providence costs C$ 50 per day, on average.
An Economy car rental in Providence costs C$ 78 per day, on average.
A Compact car rental in Providence costs C$ 81 per day, on average.
On average a rental car in Providence costs C$ 526 per week (C$ 75 per day).
On average a rental car in Providence costs C$ 2,256 per month (C$ 75 per day).
Yes. There are numerous Providence car rentals near the Amtrak train station. Avis and Enterprise car hire companies are approximately 2 -3.6 miles away along Mineral Springs Avenue. Hertz offices are on 167 Putnam Pike, placing them both around 5.1 miles to the train station.
Yes. The Claiborne Pell Bridge (Newport Bridge) is operated by the Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority. As the only toll facility in R.I., the route can save you time and fuel when you need to drive cheap car rentals in Providence from Newport to the city of Jamestown on Conanicut Island instead of circling around Rhode Island through Providence.
5 locations in Providence
Locations in Providence
1375 Mineral Springs Ave
4013538317
400 Silver Spring St.
+1 401 274 4043
520 Reservoir Avenue
+1 401 461 0748
630 Taunton Ave
+1 401 431 5176
700 Jefferson Blvd
+1 401 738 7500
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4.0 Mediocre
May 2024
8.0 Very good
Apr. 2024
8.0 Very good
Sep. 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Jan. 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Dec. 2021
2.0 Poor
Nov. 2021
One location in Providence
Locations in Providence
700 Jefferson Blvd
+1 401 738 7500
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4.8 Mediocre
Aug. 2020
Pros:
The car itself.Cons:
The fees and taxes portion of the original contract I paid for when I picked up the vehicle. Upon return of the vehicle I had to pay the same fees and taxes again. Also, how dare that you charge 15.00 for each toll on top of the state toll charges and the 15. each toll was alot more than each toll. I will never use thrifty again and will post negative reviews each and every place i can on a daily basis.6.8 Okay
Aug. 2020
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Staff was quick and courteous, but not personal.Cons:
I felt like I paid a lot for the car, including insurance.5.2 Fair
Jul. 2020
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I believe my bill might have been incorrectCons:
Better explanation of fees5.2 Fair
Jun. 2020
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this was a SMOKING CAR, awful I don't smoke10.0 Wonderful
Nov. 2019
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Check-in staff was great as was the return staff. No problems.9.2 Wonderful
Nov. 2019
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I am 6’3 235lbs and the seat was not particularly comfortable - had some kind of hip/lumbar support that was narrow (Nissan Sentra)). Other than that, car met all of my expectations. Thrifty was excellent.2 locations in Providence
Locations in Providence
1 Sabin St
+1 401 232 2056
62 Taunton Ave
+1 401 438 8550
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10.0 Wonderful
Dec. 2023
9.6 Wonderful
Jan. 2020
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Sorry your survey didn’t work properly. At least not as well as your service.2 locations in Providence
Locations in Providence
1 Dorrance Street
+1 401 521 7900
1270 Mineral Spring Ave
+1 401 696 2295
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2.0 Poor
Apr. 2021
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Nothing the lady at the counter would not rent the car to me and would not give me a reason why I will never try to use this company againCons:
Get better employees2.0 Poor
Sep. 2019
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I went to pick up the car and was told that I needed a major credit card. I didn’t have one and they said I would need to leave a deposit (which was fine) and they would run my credit. My credit score wasn’t good enough apparently and that was basically the end of the transaction. Stranded.6.0 Okay
Aug. 2023
8.0 Very good
Jul. 2023
10.0 Wonderful
Jun. 2023
10.0 Wonderful
Jul. 2022
2 locations in Providence
Locations in Providence
1 Dorrance Street
+1 401 751 5401
1270 Mineral Spring Ave
+1 401 696 2297
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4.0 Mediocre
Jun. 2024
2.0 Poor
Apr. 2024
3.6 Poor
Jul. 2020
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Pick up the car and it was dirty i have to wash it and clean it myself and the worst part is I returned the car 3 days early and returned $2.43 cents to my card. Thank you Budget you are the worst rental cars i’ve ever imagined.4.0 Mediocre
May 2023
10.0 Wonderful
Jan. 2023
2.0 Poor
Nov. 2021
Most popular agency | Avis |
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Most popular car type | Intermediate |
Average price | C$ 75/day |
Good deal | C$ 71/day |
Pick-up location | Providence |
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Car types | |
Rental locations | 8 |
Airport locations | 2 |