Brownsville car hire information
| Pick-up location | Brownsville |
|---|---|
| Car types | |
| Hire locations | 10 |
| Airport locations | 8 |
Cheap car hire in Brownsville
| Mini |
| Economy |
| Compact |
| Intermediate |
| Standard |
| Full-size |
| Luxury |
| People carrier |
| Passenger van |
| SUV |
| Commercial |
| Pick-up truck |
KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Brownsville
- Car rentals in Brownsville are a convenient way to explore the interesting attractions both in the city and the surrounding region, including the Palo Alto Battlefield National Historical Park. Having access to your own vehicle also makes it easy to travel to popular nearby cities, like Harlingen and Rio Bravo. Head to sights that are removed from the city center, such as the Boca Chica State Park, which is known for having great swimming opportunities and is around a 20min drive from the city’s downtown.
- Those that are interested in Brownsville car rentals can pick them up directly from Brownsville South Padre Island International Airport. The airport’s car rental center can be conveniently found just near the Arrivals Terminal, after the baggage claim. It is within walking distance, so you don’t need to take a taxi or shuttle to arrive here. There are a few different on-site companies to choose between, and some options include Avis, Budget, and Enterprise.
- Brownsville is known for having many small streets that are winding, particularly along the waterfront, which can be confusing to navigate if you’re not familiar with the region. To help prevent yourself from getting lost, you can add a GPS to car rentals in Brownsville. The city also has many cyclists, so keep your eyes open for them when driving to prevent getting in a collision.
- Highways 4, 48, and 83 generally have a high amount of traffic during rush hour, as these are the main roads in and out of the city. If you want to avoid getting stuck in a traffic jam, it’s recommended to not drive on these highways between the hours of 8-9:30am and 5-6:30pm. Although the city’s climate is normally warm and temperature, it rains quite often, which generally makes the roads particularly slippery. If you find yourself driving in a storm, decrease your speed limit and drive with extra caution.
- Book your car hire in Brownsville at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Compact car hire in Brownsville are around 61% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about hiring a car in Brownsville
What type of car is recommended for driving in Brownsville?
An SUV is a convenient model to choose for a rental car in the region, as it will provide you with stability when driving in the rain. Since this type of vehicle is spacious, it’ll also provide you with extra comfort when embarking on longer road trips to some of the many state parks in the surrounding region. Recreational activities are common, including biking, hiking, swimming, and fishing, and an SUV will have enough room for you to store any necessary equipment.
What’s the speed limit in Brownsville?
Residential and business streets will usually have a maximum speed limit of 30mph. If you’re driving near a school, you can plan on following a speed limit of 20mph instead. Streets that are in more remote areas of town may have limits up to 40mph, while highways usually have a limit of 65mph. The city has traffic cameras at many of its main intersections, so it’s important to follow speed limits to prevent receiving a ticket or fine.
Where are the best places to park in Brownsville?
The city offers a substantial amount of free parking and street spaces. There is the Parking Lot on Van Buren street, which is both free and centrally located. If you’re unable to find free parking, you can always choose to park in one of the several paid parking garages that are offered, such as the La Plaza Parking Garage that is located in the heart of downtown. The airport is also known for having several large paid parking lots to choose from, both short-term and long-term parking options.
How much is the price of fuel in Brownsville?
The average price of fuel in Brownsville is R67,21 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between R806 and R1 075, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular car hire in Brownsville?
Compact (Mitsubishi Mirage G4 or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Brownsville.
How can I find car hires near me in Brownsville?
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
How much does a Compact car hire cost in Brownsville?
A Compact car hire in Brownsville costs R651 per day, on average.
How much does an Economy car hire cost in Brownsville?
An Economy car hire in Brownsville costs R701 per day, on average.
How much does an Intermediate car hire cost in Brownsville?
An Intermediate car hire in Brownsville costs R803 per day, on average.
Brownsville car rental reviews and directory
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
6,6
Okay
31 reviewsCleanliness
6.4
Comfort
6.9
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.2
Value for money
6.5
2 locations in Brownsville
Filters
Reviews
2,0 Poor
Mar 2021
Pros:
Nothing. I was called the day of my reservation and told that there were no cars available.Cons:
Everything. I was called the day of my reservation and told that there were no cars available8,0 Very Good
Aug 2020
Pros:
Yes10,0 Wonderful
May 2020
Pros:
Excellent customer service and easy drop off9,2 Wonderful
May 2020
Pros:
Great staffCons:
Due to airport construction the car was a good hike from the counter8,8 Very Good
May 2020
Cons:
Awesome customer service and very affordable. Only thing was that vehicle was not clean or sanitized. It was a little uncomfortable driving home. Once I was home I sprayed it with lysol. Other than that it was an awesome experience. Thanks8,8 Very Good
Mar 2020
Pros:
Easy drop off. The pick up was not as smooth, but it seems airport is doing renovations so the lot is not in its usual space.Hertz
6,7
Okay
7 reviewsCleanliness
7.6
Comfort
6.4
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.8
Value for money
6.4
2 locations in Brownsville
Filters
Reviews
4,0 Mediocre
Mar 2021
Pros:
Drop off was drop and goCons:
Upfront with “managers choice” special the car just ended up being the smallest compact car they had. Also we asked for a ride to the airport and it was a hard no.8,0 Very Good
Mar 2021
Pros:
Staff was very nice. Drop off was fine and it was easier to get to in the early morning hours.Cons:
The tank was not totally full when I got it. My fault for not noticing or calling in. I still haven’t gotten a receipt via email.3,6 Poor
Feb 2019
Cons:
Apparently I booked with Hertz in Brownsville instead of at the Brownsville airport. The two behaved like separate entities. Not enough space here to go into detail, but they could've handled this much better.10,0 Wonderful
Feb 2018
Pros:
They didn’t have a minivan though upgraded me to a suburban for free. My experience in the past is to get the next cheapest option.Cons:
Drop off10,0 Wonderful
Mar 2017
Pros:
The ocean view in South PadreCons:
I did not know it was the beginning of spring break.8,0 Very Good
Mar 2022
Budget
6,6
Okay
4 reviewsCleanliness
6.0
Comfort
6.6
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.3
Value for money
7.3
One location in Brownsville
Filters
Reviews
10,0 Wonderful
Apr 2021
Pros:
The whole process was so easy and fast!2,0 Poor
Mar 2017
Pros:
Arrived as scheduled to find rental office closed2,0 Poor
May 2022
8,0 Very Good
Jun 2021
Pros:
Excellent customer service. Pick up and drop up off quick and easyCons:
Cruise control missing button cover making it difficult to turn onNational
5,9
Fair
6 reviewsCleanliness
6.0
Comfort
6.8
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.0
Value for money
6.0
One location in Brownsville
Filters
Reviews
10,0 Wonderful
May 2017
Pros:
Free upgrade, and the customer service rep waited till our plane landed before shutting down the rental counter. Clean, new, and comfortable. Loved the unlimited miles, that saved us so much money while traveling to three different states to visit family.10,0 Wonderful
Jan 2017
Pros:
New comfortable ride The front window fogged up and we couldn't see often Something was wrong with the front window and defrost Otherwise we had a great time and your people were really nice and even gave us follow up calls10,0 Wonderful
Jan 2017
Pros:
Jose went above and beyond! Was understanding that we we're going to be late arriving, and forwarded messages to the late shift attendant, who in turn helped us get out of the rental quickly an ⓓ on our way.Avis
5,5
Fair
17 reviewsCleanliness
5.8
Comfort
6.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.5
Value for money
5.2
One location in Brownsville
Filters
Reviews
2,0 Poor
Nov 2023
8,0 Very Good
May 2021
Pros:
Good customer serviceCons:
Price was over value Need to be cheaper That vehicle wasn’t worth it for that price4,0 Mediocre
Apr 2021
Pros:
The person working the counter on the morning of 04/24/2021, was dishonest and cagey. The entire process was a waste of time he stated that the car would was being washed and would be ready in 30 minutes, after more than hour he was stating the same lies and would just walk away and go outside.Cons:
If the vehicle is not available just tell me it is not even though I had a reservation. Just wasting time waiting for a car that is not going to be available. Do not lie and expect that a customer would be satisfied. I had to use a different company that had a car available at a lower price and was able to rent without any problems2,0 Poor
Apr 2021
Pros:
Nothing because they canceled my rental the day before I was supposed to get my rentalCons:
It would have been better if they didn’t gave me false hope by letting me book the rental. If they don’t have the car to be rented, they shouldn’t let me book or reserve the car. In allowing me to reserve, they have stopped me from looking for a better alternative2,0 Poor
Mar 2021
Cons:
They didnt have a car6,0 Okay
Feb 2021
Pros:
Staff was fine but pickup took 1 1/2 hours !!Cons:
They didn’t have our car ready when we had it scheduledDollar
4,6
Mediocre
24 reviewsCleanliness
4.6
Comfort
4.6
Pick-up/Drop-off
4.6
Value for money
4.6
One location in Brownsville
Filters
Reviews
10,0 Wonderful
Jul 2020
Pros:
Staff was friendly and helpful with instructions and drop off super easy2,0 Poor
May 2019
Cons:
Your website outomatically changed the pick up location. I will never visit your website10,0 Wonderful
Sep 2018
Pros:
Easy in and out4,4 Mediocre
Aug 2018
Pros:
Decent carCons:
Kayak quoted me $58 at pick-up and it turned out to be $85! I will not be using kayak again as I can't trust the "Pay at pickup" price10,0 Wonderful
Mar 2018
Pros:
Excellent service! Thank you.4,8 Mediocre
Jul 2017
Pros:
Picking up the car went very smoothly.Cons:
The car very was dusty inside and did not have windshield wiper fluid. When returning the car to the airport, there were no signs for Dollar Car rental. It was very confusing and stressful trying to return the car. I was never told that I was supposed to leave it in the Hertz rental car spot. It was also annoying providing a receipt showing that I refilled the car within 10 miles of the airport. The company should be able to turn on the car and see that the tank is full.Easirent
3,8
Poor
No reviews available
One location in Brownsville
Sunnycars
No score available yet
One location in Brownsville
Car hire locations in or near Brownsville
Good to know
Most popular car type | Compact |
|---|