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Pick-up location | State College |
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Car types | Compact, Compact SUV, Economy, Full-size, Full-size SUV, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Minivan, Pickup truck, Premium, Standard, Standard SUV |
Rental locations | 8 |
Airport locations | 6 |
Popular agencies | Avis, Budget, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Alamo, Turo |
Economy | $51/day |
Compact | $42/day |
Intermediate | $44/day |
Standard | $56/day |
Full-size | $52/day |
Minivan | $76/day |
Full-size SUV | $114/day |
Premium | $84/day |
Pickup truck | $61/day |
Intermediate SUV | $60/day |
Compact SUV | $63/day |
Standard SUV | $70/day |
For your car rental in State College, you may find that an SUV is a suitable option. With plenty of legroom and cargo space, SUVs present you with the opportunity to bring along a group of friends for outdoor adventures, such as a hiking trip in Rothrock State Forest, about half-an-hour south of State College, or to Susquehannock State Forest, almost 2h to the north.
State College’s speed limits are consistent with most of the continental US. On urban roads without posted limits, you’ll find that around 35mph is the legal limit, with the limit rising to 55mph on unmarked country roads. Additionally, posted speed limits will often be around 30mph in residential areas. On I-70, also known as the Pennsylvania Turnpike, which runs north of State College, the posted speed limit is around 70mph.
There are several parking garages and parking lots available to drivers throughout State College. For a convenient option in the city center and close to shopping, try the Beaver Ave. Parking Garage on W. Beaver Ave. between S. Fraser St. and S. Burrowes St. On-street parking typically costs about $1.25 per hour, whereas off-street parking, such as in garages, is typically free for the first half-hour, then about $1 per hour after that.
On average a rental car in State College costs $72 per day. But prices differ between operators and you can save money through a price comparison of car rental deals from different agencies. The cheapest price for a car rental in State College found in the last 2 weeks is $53.
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Budget ($42/day), Avis ($51/day) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car ($61/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest rental car price was found at Budget 2493 Fox Hill Rd 16803 (4 miles from city center).
The average gas price in State College is $3.93 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between $47 and $63, depending on the car size.
Intermediate (Nissan Rogue or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in State College.
Car rental companies onsite at University Park airport include Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Alamo and National.
Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.
An Intermediate car rental in State College costs $85 per day, on average.
A Mini car rental in State College costs $94 per day, on average.
An Economy car rental in State College costs $97 per day, on average.
In State College, cars are most frequently rented at Budget 2493 Fox Hill Rd (4 miles from city center).
On average a rental car in State College costs $503 per week ($72 per day).
On average a rental car in State College costs $2,156 per month ($72 per day).
Most car rental providers in State College offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car rental in State College, check out KAYAK's car rental insurance guide.
KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 7 car rental agencies in State College.
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KAYAK searches thousands of car rental agencies to provide you with offers from all car rental agencies operating in State College so that you can compare car rental rates, reviews and pick-up and drop-off locations to find the best deal for you.
Some car rental providers offer free cancellation in State College granted that you cancel within 24 to 48 hours of your initial booking date. Some of these car rentals companies are Payless and Enterprise in State College.
Cheap State College car rental providers are not only available near University Park Airport (SCE) but also throughout the town. Within the heart of the town and towards downtown you can access agencies like Enterprise rent and Zipcar. Hertz Car Rental in State College is conveniently situated downtown State College inside the Beaver.
One location in State College
Locations in State College
2493 Fox Hill Rd
+1 814 237 9750
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10.0 Wonderful
Oct 2022
4.8 Mediocre
Jul 2019
Pros:
Staff was friendlyCons:
Tires were not inflated, staff dis not check state of the rental with me before leaving lot, and vehicle was not similar to that which i chose (i chose a kia soul or similar and received a nissan frontier pickup truck)7.6 Good
Apr 2019
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When you get the gas option where they fill up the car, you are required to pay for a full take, even though you only use half or less. A rip off.8.0 Very good
Aug 2018
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Nice car, very comfortableCons:
It wasn't super clean lots of spots on the seats front in back2.0 Poor
May 2017
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They didn't have a car and didn't try to get me one.9.2 Wonderful
Mar 2017
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Everything couldn't have worked out betterCons:
Only issue was a bit of dog hair left on seat next to me which I am a little allergic to which acted up mid way through the drive.One location in State College
Locations in State College
2493 Fox Hill Rd
+1 814 237 1771
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8.0 Very good
Oct 2020
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Car was ready for pick up in State College and drop off was easy in KentuckyCons:
The mileage must have been logged incorrectly at the pick up location because at drop off, it said we had driven over 5,000 miles! Good think we got unlimited miles with the rental!2.0 Poor
Sep 2020
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NothingCons:
I went all the way to the airport so they tell me ‘we are out of cars come back tomorrow, and when i asked what will guarantee that i will find one tomorrow he replies “because am telling you” such an unprofessional treatment.2.0 Poor
Sep 2020
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Called me 30 minutes before I needed the car and said they did not have one available.7.6 Good
Aug 2020
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The agent at pickup was very helpful and friendly, even though I had to wait quite a while as he was the only one there. He was very nice.8.0 Very good
Apr 2020
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This reservation was cancelled due to the Pandemic.6.0 Okay
Jun 2019
Pros:
the priceCons:
the service2 locations in State College
Locations in State College
200 W. Beaver Avenue
+1 814 424 3423
2493 Fox Hill Road
+1 814 237 1728
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2.0 Poor
Nov 2022
2.0 Poor
Oct 2022
4.8 Mediocre
Sep 2020
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Better price and car could be cleaner.2.0 Poor
Jul 2020
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Nothing...never was so disappointed in my whole lifeCons:
Booth was closed , sign said somebody would be there to see me , after 45 minutes I left10.0 Wonderful
Feb 2020
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Staff what is friendly and efficient. Pick up and drop off was easy.Cons:
I rented an SUV and dropped it off with a full tank two days later. It was a simple transaction and went according to plan.10.0 Wonderful
Mar 2019
Pros:
Staff was prompt and helpful.One location in State College
Locations in State College
2493 Fox Hill Rd
+1 814 237 9750
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2.0 Poor
Aug 2022
2 locations in State College
Locations in State College
215 Blue Course Dr
+1 814 238 4450
2493 Fox Hill Rd
+1 814 237 1771
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2.0 Poor
Sep 2023
2.0 Poor
May 2020
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Nothing. They wouldn't rent to me and I still had to pay for the insurance.Cons:
You could have not charged me for insurance on a car I didn't drive.9.2 Wonderful
Sep 2019
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Friendly and informative service.Cons:
I think customers should charged by the hour, I was late by 1 hour for my 24 hour rental and was told I would be charged an entire extra day for it, I get it, but still.7.2 Good
Aug 2019
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Staff was excellent but severely understaffed for University move in weekend.4.4 Mediocre
Aug 2019
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Nothing!Cons:
Our flight was delayed and when we got to Enterprise they had given our car away along with about 10 others who had contracts. They told me to they'd honor any additional costs. THEY DIDN'T! I will never use Enterprise again!10.0 Wonderful
Feb 2019
Pros:
quick and great service, clean vehicleOne location in State College
Locations in State College
2493 Fox Hill Road
+1 814 237 9750
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One location in State College
Locations in State College
2493 Fox Hill Rd
+1 814 237 1771
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No reviews available
One location in State College
Locations in State College
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One location in State College
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Most popular agency | Budget |
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Most popular car type | Intermediate |
Average price | $72/day |
Good deal | $61/day |