Sugar Land’s public transportation services are not extensive, so if you want convenience and speed, it’s a good idea to look for car rentals in Sugar Land. While the city of Sugar Land itself has much to explore, it’s also only about a 20min drive away from downtown Houston. It’s also possible to take day trips to other cities if you have your own rental car.
Sugar Land is within reach of two airports: the George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and the William P. Hobby Airport (HOU), both located in Houston. Sugar Land car rentals are easy to find at both of these airports. IAH has a variety of car rental companies onsite, including Hertz, Enterprise, and Avis. You can reach the rental car center at IAH by taking the airport shuttle. The shuttle leaves every 5min from outside the baggage claim and terminals A, B, C, and E. The rental car center is open 24/7. There are also several companies offering pick-up services to IAH. HOU, on the other hand, has rental car companies at the counters near the baggage claim. There is a free shuttle service that will then take you to the rental car facilities departing from Curb Zone 1 outside the baggage claim.
Driving in Sugar Land is fairly easy and stress-free. However, there are some rules you should know about before you hit the road. Sugar Land makes use of H.O.V. lanes marked by double white lines. These double white lines should not be crossed, and the H.O.V. lanes are only approved for use by vehicles with two or more passengers, motorcycles, and buses. Another rule that’s important for car rentals in Sugar Land is that the operation of cell phones and other electronic devices while driving is not allowed unless the device is in hands-free mode or if there’s an emergency. So, be sure to put the phone down while driving.
Sugar Land is accessible by several major highways. These include US 59 South, Highway 6, and Highway 90. As a result of these major roads and the city’s proximity to downtown Houston, rush hour in Sugar Land can get rough. The morning rush hour typically occurs between about 7am and 7:30am. The evening rush hour is usually around 5pm to 6pm. If you’re looking to take a day trip to Houston or go elsewhere out of Sugar Land, we recommend avoiding driving on the highways during these times.
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Full-size rental cars in Sugar Land are around 65% cheaper than other car types, on average
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On average a hire car in Sugar Land costs C$ 37 per day.
The average gas price in Sugar Land is C$ 5.78 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between C$ 69 and C$ 92, depending on the car size.
Full-size (Toyota Camry or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Sugar Land.
A Full-size car rental in Sugar Land costs C$ 38 per day, on average.
A Intermediate car rental in Sugar Land costs C$ 41 per day, on average.
A Compact car rental in Sugar Land costs C$ 55 per day, on average.
In Sugar Land, cars are most frequently rented at Hertz 12888 Hwy 6 South (7 km from city centre ).
On average a rental car in Sugar Land costs C$ 262 per week (C$ 37 per day).
On average a rental car in Sugar Land costs C$ 1,124 per month (C$ 37 per day).
Car rentals in Sugar Land offer many different options, so it may be hard to choose the right one. With the number of day trips and outdoor activities available, we recommend choosing a compact car. It will be easier to navigate through places like Houston and you will find that parking is more accessible in Sugar Land.
The speed limits on all the highways in Sugar Land range from 45 to 55mph depending on which zone you’re in. Speed limit changes are clearly marked with signs, so be sure to pay attention while driving. On most other city streets, the speed limit is 30mph unless otherwise posted. There are extra patrols in the area of University Boulevard and Elkins, so be sure to especially watch your speed if you venture near this part of town.
Parking in Sugar Land is super easy to find, as there are many public lots and parking garages available throughout the city. The First Colony Mall has several lots available for free parking. There is also the Highway 6 Lot and the Sugar Creek Lot. Most attractions that you’ll be visiting, however, will have their own parking adjacent to them. There is also a free parking lot and garage right in Sugar Land Town Square, so you can leave your car and walk around the city center at your leisure.