Alabama car hire

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Cheap car hire in Alabama

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Kia Rio car
Kia Rio
or similar Small
2
2
2/4
M
R1 376/day
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Kia Soul car
Kia Soul
or similar Small
4
2
2/4
M
R1 149/day
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Volkswagen Jetta car
Volkswagen Jetta
or similar Medium
5
3
2/4
M
R1 662/day
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Chevrolet Malibu car
Chevrolet Malibu
or similar Large
5
2
2/4
M
R1 652/day
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Chrysler Pacifica car
Chrysler Pacifica
or similar Van
5
5
4-5
M
R1 756/day
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Jeep Grand Cherokee L car
Jeep Grand Cherokee L
or similar 4x4
5
2
4-5
M
R1 745/day
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Acura TLX car
Acura TLX
or similar Large
5
5
2/4
M
R1 379/day
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Audi A4 car
Audi A4
or similar Luxury
5
5
4-5
M
R1 894/day
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Toyota Tacoma car
Toyota Tacoma
or similar Pickup truck
5
3
2/4
M
R1 787/day
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Chevrolet Suburban car
Chevrolet Suburban
or similar 4x4
5
5
4-5
M
R2 405/day
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Toyota RAV4 car
Toyota RAV4
or similar 4x4
5
3
4-5
M
R1 294/day
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Jeep Compass car
Jeep Compass
or similar 4x4
4
2
4-5
M
R1 421/day
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Ford Edge car
Ford Edge
or similar 4x4
5
3
4-5
M
R1 444/day
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Most popular car type

Standard

When to book a rental car in Alabama

Average daily price per month
Car hire prices as pick-up date approaches

Top tips for hiring a car in Alabama

  • You should wear your seatbelt when you’re riding in the front seat in Alabama. The law doesn’t require adults in the rear seat to wear seatbelts, but for your safety, buckle up. Chuildren aged fifteen and below are required to wear a seatbelt even if in the back row. Children below eight should be in an appropriately sized car seat. You can rent a booster or safety seat when you book your car rental at the counter.
  • If you’re planning on crossing state and international borders, you can do so in an Alabama car rental. Several locations allow travel across both Mexican and Canadian borders. Travel into Canada is easy, and all you need to do is inform the rental provider so that you are issued a Canadian non-resident insurance card for your protection while driving in Canada. However, travel into Mexico is a bit challenging. Only a few agencies allow it, and even then, you’ll be required to purchase additional Mexican vehicle insurance before you’re allowed to travel across the border.
  • Always remember to refuel your rental car before dropping it off. It will save you a lot of money since letting the company refuel the vehicle will cost you significantly more because of their higher gas prices per gallon. Fill up at a gas station close to the drop-off point to return the vehicle with a full tank. Alternatively, you can prepay for gas and return your rental on empty. However, there are no refunds for unused gas.
  • Most car rental locations will allow you to register an additional driver. There is a fee charged per day for each additional driver, but spouses or domestic partners are authorized for no extra charge at some locations. Moreover, additional drivers must meet the age and license requirements for the rental agency, most of which require the additional driver to be at least twenty five years old.
  • Book your car hire in Alabama at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Standard hire cars in Alabama are around 16% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about hiring a car in Alabama

  • Should I hire a car in Alabama?

    From forests and canyons to big rivers and the Gulf of Mexico, there is a lot to explore in Alabama, and the best way of exploring this historic region is in a rental car. There are many benefits of renting a car in Alabama. First, it saves you time as getting around is faster than public transport. You also get to discover more, as you can stop when and wherever you want. Feeling like a local is also a significant benefit of renting a car. You also won’t have to carry around your luggage. Renting a car is simply the most convenient way of getting to know this region.

  • What is driving like in Alabama?

    There are a few things you need to know about driving in Alabama. First, pedestrians have the right of way, even when crossing illegally. If your windshield wipers are on, the law requires you to have your headlights on as well. You must be at least 500 feet away from emergency vehicles, and if you encounter a stopped emergency vehicle with flashing lights, move one lane away from the emergency vehicle if possible or reduce your speed to 15 mph below the speed limit. Speed limits are strictly enforced in Alabama, so stick between 15 to 25 mph in school and residential zones, 35 mph on non-paved rural roads, 45 to 55 mph on highways, 65 mph in multi-lane highways, and 70 mph on interstate highways. Finally, the morning rush hour is between 6:00 - 8:00 am, peaking between 7:00 - 7:30 am, while the evening rush is between 4:00 - 6:00 pm.

  • How old do you have to be to hire a car in Alabama?

    Most rental agencies require renters to be at least twenty one to qualify for a rental car, but some agencies allow nineteen and twenty year-olds to get rentals. All renters must possess a valid driver’s license and a credit card or debit card in their name. The debit card can only be used by renters above twenty five.

  • What is the most popular car hire in Alabama?

    Standard (Volkswagen Jetta or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Alabama.

  • What is the best car hire company in Alabama?

    Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car hire companies in Alabama are Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7,4, 95 reviews), Alamo (7,3, 90 reviews), and Budget (7,1, 72 reviews).

  • How can I find car hires near me in Alabama?

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

Car hire directory

  • enterprise

    Enterprise Rent-A-Car car hire locations in Alabama

    28 Locations

  • hertz

    Hertz car hire locations in Alabama

    18 Locations

  • budget

    Budget car hire locations in Alabama

    10 Locations

  • avis

    Avis car hire locations in Alabama

    9 Locations

  • dollar

    Dollar car hire locations in Alabama

    8 Locations

  • thrifty

    Thrifty car hire locations in Alabama

    8 Locations

  • sunnycars

    Sunnycars car hire locations in Alabama

    5 Locations

  • alamo

    Alamo car hire locations in Alabama

    4 Locations

  • easirent

    Easirent car hire locations in Alabama

    4 Locations

  • national

    National car hire locations in Alabama

    4 Locations

  • payless

    Payless car hire locations in Alabama

    1 Location

Car hire locations in Alabama

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