Bowling Green car hire

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Most popular car type

Standard

When to book a car hire in Bowling Green

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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Bowling Green

  • The B.G. Transit is a reliable mode of public transportation in the city, but car rentals in Bowling Green offer unrivaled transportation solutions for exploring the city. With a rental car, you have the independence and freedom to drive at your own pace to places near and far. Some places to go with a rental car include River Raisin National Battlefield Park, around 40 miles north of the city, or African Safari Wildlife Park, about 40 miles east of Bowling Green.
  • If you land at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW), you can rent a car from several car-rental agencies. Bowling Green car rental agencies at the airport include Orbitz, Budget, Alamo, and Avis, which are located at the northeast corner of the airport, on Lucas Drive. Getting to the car-rental offices is easy thanks to the free shuttle buses from the airport to the rental-car site, located at the northeast corner of the airport. The shuttle bus stops are located at the Evans Terminal and the McNamara Terminal Parking Garage.
  • Driving car rentals in Bowling Green is easy because the roads are in good condition. The sidewalks and pedestrian crossings are well-marked to ensure the safety of pedestrians. Therefore, stop when approaching a pedestrian crossing and be patient when driving. In addition, drunk driving is prohibited in the city. The blood alcohol concentration limit is 0.08%. If charged with DUI, you can face heavy fines or license suspension.
  • Bowling Green receives heavy snow during winter. Therefore, driving car rentals in Bowling Green can be difficult because roads are icy and slippery. The vehicle can skid and veer off the road during the snowy weather. That's why you need to choose a 4WD vehicle with winter tires and a better grip on the road, if you’re driving during winter. Despite these useful features, maintain a slow speed and safe distance between vehicles for road safety.
  • Book your car hire in Bowling Green at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Mini hire cars in Bowling Green are around 27% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about hiring a car in Bowling Green

  • How much is the price of fuel in Bowling Green?

    The average price of fuel in Bowling Green is R63,07 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between R757 and R1 009, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular car hire in Bowling Green?

    Standard (Nissan Rogue or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Bowling Green.

  • How can I find car hires near me in Bowling Green?

    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 Bowling Green?

    A Standard car hire in Bowling Green costs R1 110 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Luxury car hire cost in Bowling Green?

    A Luxury car hire in Bowling Green costs R947 per day, on average.

  • How much does an Economy car hire cost in Bowling Green?

    An Economy car hire in Bowling Green costs R812 per day, on average.

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Bowling Green?

    The best type of car to drive depends on where you're planning to drive. If driving outside the city to tourist attractions with rural roads, consider driving a small vehicle. Though roads in the city are paved, some roads to different places are narrow, curvy, and occasionally have potholes. A small vehicle is stable and easier to drive on narrow roads. However, consider a vehicle with safety features, especially when driving on unfamiliar roads.

  • What’s the speed limit in Bowling Green?

    The speed limit is 75 mph on urban freeways unless posted otherwise. If driving car rentals in Bowling Green on divided roads, the maximum speed you can drive is 65 mph, and it’s 55 mph on undivided roads. When driving near school zones, hospitals, and residential areas, the maximum speed is 35 mph. Bowling Green imposes strict rules on speed limits to protect drivers, pedestrians, and other road users. Hence, you can see many speed-limit signs in different zones within the city to guide you on speed, which in turn improves road safety.

  • Where are the best places to park in Bowling Green?

    When parking Bowling Green car rentals, think about security, parking rates, ease of accessing streets, and space. Several parking lots and garages offer ample parking downtown. Some places to park include Commodore Perry Plaza, Kwik Parking, and Ampco System Parking, which charge around $10 for three hours of parking. City of Bowling Green Parking Lot 3 offers free parking for two hours. BGSU Lot E and Fairfield Inn & Suites Bowling Green have parking lots but are limited to two hours of free parking for customers. Besides downtown, you can find a few parking lots outside the city. If you park in lots outside the city, you can still access the city by bus.  

Bowling Green car rental reviews and directory

 
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Hertz

8,4

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

8.0

2 locations in Bowling Green

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1011 S Main Street

+1 419 352 3617

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11013 Airport Highway

+1 419 866 3400

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8,4 Very Good

Anonymous, Aug 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Great customer service

Cons:

The car was not clean and the windshield had many many bug marks when picked up.

8,0 Very Good

Burton, Jul 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

The signage at drop off facility could have been much better.

1 out of 1

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8,0

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

4.0

Value for money

6.0

3 locations in Bowling Green

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1062 N Main St

+1 419 352 0017

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12611 Eckel Junction Rd

+1 419 873 7360

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1382 Conant St

+1 419 891 1233

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8,0 Very Good

Anonymous, Apr 2021

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Cons:

Newer vehicles this van had a few issues with almost 50000 miles it ran a little rough in the mountains. Wipers were bad and needed changed. Had several dings in it. Service at pick up and drop off was super slow!!

1 out of 1

National

8,8

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One location in Bowling Green

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11013 Airport Hwy

+1 888 826 6890

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Easirent

4,6

Mediocre

One location in Bowling Green

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Toledo Express Airport

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Avis

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One location in Bowling Green

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11013 Airport Highway

+1 419 866 7521

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4,0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Apr 2021

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Pros:

Staff was nice to deal with but location was terrible to find. Nowhere does it say to go inside of the airport. No one answers the phone at ANY Avis location.

Cons:

Answer the phone.

1 out of 1

Budget

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11013 Airport Highway

+1 419 865 8825

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4,0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Feb 2025

Luxury SUV

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Car needed oil change and screen did not work at times. They did get me a new car no problem

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Apr 2024

People carrier

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Perfect vehicle for our trip, comfortable and roomy.

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Oct 2023

Intermediate SUV

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Unlimited milage newer vehicle good value

4,0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Jan 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

That they were open on new year’s eve

Cons:

Customer service, had to swap vehicles which was very inconvenient

1 out of 2

Sunnycars

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One location in Bowling Green

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11013 Airport Highway

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2 travellers who hired a car in Bowling Green gave the car agency they used an average rating of 4.6

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