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Kentucky car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Kentucky. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 November 2024.

Most popular company

Dollar

Most common car type

Economy

Average price per day

C$ 93

Cheapest price per day

C$ 67

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Kentucky?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Kentucky and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 21 November 2024.

January

C$ 69

February

C$ 78

March

C$ 86

April

C$ 89

May

C$ 99

June

C$ 110

July

C$ 115

August

C$ 85

September

C$ 83

October

C$ 97

November

C$ 79

December

C$ 72

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Kentucky is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Popular car types in Kentucky

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Kentucky and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 21 November 2024.
Economy

Economy

C$ 72+

Compact

Compact

C$ 72+

Intermediate

Intermediate

C$ 72+

Standard

Standard

C$ 78+

Full-size

Full-size

C$ 81+

Minivan

Minivan

C$ 94+

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

C$ 129+

Luxury

Luxury

C$ 90+

Pick-up truck

Pick-up truck

C$ 83+

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

C$ 173+

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

C$ 69+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

C$ 75+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

C$ 77+

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

C$ 81+

Open-air all-terrain

Open-air all-terrain

C$ 81+

Compare available car types for rental in Kentucky

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Kentucky to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 21 November 2024.

Small cars

C$ 45 - C$ 134

All Car Types

C$ 51 - C$ 131

To rent a small car in Kentucky, you would pay an average price of C$ 84/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Kentucky (~C$ 45/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~C$ 134/day). In fact, September is about 48% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Kentucky. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Kentucky, renting a small car saves you 5% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To rent a medium car in Kentucky, you would pay an average price of C$ 74/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Kentucky (~C$ 66/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~C$ 116/day). In fact, September is about 12% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Kentucky. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Kentucky, renting a medium car saves you 16% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To rent a large car in Kentucky, you would pay an average price of C$ 70/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Kentucky (~C$ 72/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~C$ 168/day). In fact, November is about 2% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Kentucky. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Kentucky, renting a large car saves you 22% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To rent a SUV in Kentucky, you would pay an average price of C$ 58/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Kentucky (~C$ 64/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~C$ 137/day). In fact, September is about 10% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Kentucky. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Kentucky, renting a SUV saves you 35% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

Top rental agencies in Kentucky

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Kentucky known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Kentucky. Reviews were last updated on 21 November 2024.

Alamo

7.9
Good
36 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.5

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.3
Good
43 reviews21 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

7.1

Hertz

6.3
Okay
74 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.6

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

6.3

Budget

6.3
Okay
93 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

6.5

Dollar

6.2
Okay
41 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.1

Value

6.5

Avis

5.5
Fair
33 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

5.4

Pick-up/drop-off

5.7

Value

5.7

National

8.1
Very good
6 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

7.7

Thrifty

7.1
Good
8 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

7.0

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Kentucky, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 November 2024.
  • What car rental company is typically the cheapest in Kentucky?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Kentucky from the following companies over the past two weeks: Hertz (C$ 79/day), Dollar (C$ 81/day), and Thrifty (C$ 93/day).

  • Which car rental company is considered to be the best in Kentucky?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (8.4 rating), National (8.1 rating) and Carl's (8.0 rating) seem to be the best rental car companies in Kentucky.

  • What are gas prices like in Kentucky?

    The average gas price in Kentucky is C$ 1.26/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between C$ 57 and C$ 82 to fill up a car’s gas tank.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Kentucky for a week from Dollar?

    Dollar is a popular option for travellers looking for car rental in Kentucky. You can expect the average cost of a rental car to be about C$ 492 per week.

  • How far in advance should I rent a car in Kentucky for the best price?

    Renting your favourite car model can become more difficult the closer you are to your desired travel date. It’s ideal to book early to have that peace of mind. An early booking can save you up to 46% in Kentucky - we recommend booking at least 7days in advance.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Kentucky?

    The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Kentucky it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.

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Car rentals by fuel type in Kentucky

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Kentucky. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Kentucky. Deals were last updated on 21 November 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Kentucky. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (C$ 55+).

Electric

Electric

C$ 55+

Gas/Diesel

Gas/Diesel

C$ 145+

Hybrid

Hybrid

C$ 64+

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