Amherst car hire

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Most popular car type

Standard

KAYAK’s insights & trends for Amherst car hire

Check out the latest trends and booking tips to hire a car in Amherst with confidence.

How far in advance should you book car hire in Amherst?

You should book your car hire in Amherst around 10 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the best car hire company in Amherst?

Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car hire companies in Amherst are Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.0, 3 reviews), Thrifty (6.8), and Dollar (6.5).
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Rated 8.0/10
Thrifty
Thrifty
Rated 6.8/10
Dollar
Dollar
Rated 6.5/10
Avis
Avis
Rated 0.0/10

What is the most popular rental car in Amherst?

SUV rentals (Ford Edge or similar) are the most popular type of vehicle to rent in Amherst. SUV rentals in Amherst cost R1 908/day on average, though some users have found deals as low as R1 530/day.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Amherst?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Amherst is January at an average cost of R714/day. July is the most expensive month to hire a car in Amherst when prices are R1 483/day on average, which tends to be 2 329% above the yearly average hire price for Amherst.

Which car hire company in Amherst has the most locations?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car operates 5 locations in Amherst, more than any other car hire company.
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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Amherst

  • Standard hire cars in Amherst are around 43% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about hiring a car in Amherst

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

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

  • How much does a Standard car hire cost in Amherst?

    A Standard car hire in Amherst costs R1 335 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Full Size car hire cost in Amherst?

    A Full Size car hire in Amherst costs R2 899 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Mini car hire cost in Amherst?

    A Mini car hire in Amherst costs R2 744 per day, on average.

Amherst car rental reviews and directory

 
All ratings and reviews are collected from KAYAK users with a verified car hire booking. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8,0

Very Good

Read 3 reviews

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.0

Value for money

8.0

5 locations in Amherst

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Locations in Amherst

27521 Lorain Rd

+1 440 979 0079

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

301 N Leavitt Rd

+1 440 988 5144

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

303 Cleveland St.

+1 440 353 0990

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

33666 Lear Industrial Pkwy

+1 440 934 6111

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

4998 Dover Center Rd

+1 440 979 0079

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6,0 Okay

Anonymous, Apr 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Okay

Cons:

Okay

4,0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Apr 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff was friendly.

Cons:

Car was dirty on the outside and inside, very disappointing especially during Covid!

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Mar 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

couldn't have asked for nicer staff. Both were so friendly and helpful.

Cons:

na

1 out of 1

Thrifty

6,8

Okay

One location in Amherst

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Locations in Amherst

1100 Crocker Rd

+1 440 219 0159

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00

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Dollar

6,5

Okay

One location in Amherst

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Locations in Amherst

1100 Crocker Rd

+1 440 219 0159

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00

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Avis

No score available yet

One location in Amherst

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Locations in Amherst

24779 Lorain Road

+1 440 777 3970

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday09:00 - 12:00

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2,0 Poor

Anonymous, May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Horrible staff and overall service

Cons:

All of it.

1 out of 1

Budget

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One location in Amherst

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Locations in Amherst

24779 Lorain Road

+1 440 734 4085

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday09:00 - 12:00

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Hertz

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One location in Amherst

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Locations in Amherst

1100 Crocker Rd

+1 440 219 0159

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00

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8,0 Very Good

Anonymous, Nov 2023

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
Service was very go .

1 out of 1

2 travellers who hired a car in Amherst gave the car agency they used an average rating of 6.7

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