Rapid City car rentals

Some car rental companies in Rapid City which have updated their car rental health and safety policies due to COVID-19 to make sure vehicles are clean and disinfected include Avis and Alamo

On average a hire car in Rapid City costs C$ 87 per day.

Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car rental companies in Rapid City are Enterprise (9.0, 62 reviews), Alamo (8.9, 83 reviews), and Hertz (8.7, 75 reviews).

The average gas price in Rapid City is C$ 3.98 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between C$ 48 and C$ 64, depending on the car size.

Intermediate (Hyundai Elantra or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Rapid City.

Car rental companies onsite at Rapid City airport include Avis and Alamo.

Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Rapid City airport to off-airport locations include Avis and Alamo.

Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.

A Intermediate car rental in Rapid City costs C$ 51 per day, on average.

A Full-size car rental in Rapid City costs C$ 127 per day, on average.

A Compact car rental in Rapid City costs C$ 58 per day, on average.

In Rapid City, cars are most frequently rented at Alamo 4550 Terminal Rd (14 km from city centre ).

On average a rental car in Rapid City costs C$ 606 per week (C$ 87 per day).

On average a rental car in Rapid City costs C$ 2,599 per month (C$ 87 per day).

A 4-wheel-drive car is certainly a wise option when visiting Rapid City, especially when planning to venture out into the National Forest. Good traction is required when driving up winding roads, or when driving on snow or ice. For the winter, check whether there is an ice scraper in the car, as you may need it.

Depending on the area, the speed limit within city limits is between 20 mph and 40 mph. Always check the posted signs and street markings. On rural roads drivers can go up to 65 mph, provided the weather conditions permit it, and 80 mph can be driven on most freeways and interstates, but there are exceptions close to urban areas.

The average price for a gallon of gas is about $2.55 in Rapid City. Lower rates may be available at gas stations like Mobil or Sam’s Club. It is very important to always refill the tank completely before leaving the city limits for the remote mountainous areas, as there are few gas stations in the remote corners.

Parking in Rapid City is a pleasant experience, as many city lots are free after 4 pm on weekdays and are entirely free on weekends. On-street parking is often without any charge for the first few hours, like parking on Main Street, for example. Metered parking is also available and costs around $0.50 per hour and is enforced Monday through Friday.