Carson City car hire

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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Carson City

  • Car rentals in Carson City offer a convenient way to get around and explore different attractions within and outside the city. Carson's public transport system doesn't cover all areas, with some circuits offering no midday service. With your Carson City rental car, you can drive to Lake Tahoe sand harbor, located 20.6mi (30 min) away, for crystal clear swimming water with additional activities like scuba diving and kayaking. Washoe state park is 10 miles north of Carson City. Tahoe rim trail is 25.4 miles from Carson City.
  • Reno Tahoe International Airport is the nearest airport for commercial flights to Carson City. It's 30 miles north via highway 395. There are several car rental agencies at the airport: Alamo, Goldcar, Enterprise, Avis, and Budget, offering a wide selection of cars to choose from. They are located at the terminal, requiring you to walk to the parking lot. Some rental companies offering free shuttles for airport pick-up and drop-off services including: thrifty, Rent-A-Wreck and Hertz.
  • Travelers looking for car rentals in Carson City should expect an easy time on most roads in Carson, which are well-maintained and hence easy to navigate. Carson streets have seen an increase in cyclists. The city officials are finishing up crucial bike lanes and planning to add more hence drivers should be careful when driving to avoid knocking down cyclists on roads that don't have cyclist routes. Floods are sometimes experienced on roads like Deming Way between E. Glendale Avenue. Drivers should be careful and look out for news on road closures due to floodwater to avoid being stranded.
  • Drivers should be aware of how quickly conditions change in Carsons City. During snowing seasons, only 4-wheel vehicles with snow tires or those with approved tire chains, especially on Mt. Rose highway and state route 207 and U.S. 50 between Glenbrook and Carson. Carson City experiences rush hour traffic, especially on major streets like Hawthorne Ave., Artesia Ave., and Sepulveda Blvd. Drivers who need to go north or south through the city during rush hour, for example, take Prairie Ave. to go to the Del Amo Fashion Center, since it is parallel to Hawthorne Ave and experiences less traffic. GPS navigation will enable you to find an alternate route to your destination.
  • Book your car hire in Carson City at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Economy hire cars in Carson City are around 39% cheaper than other car types, on average
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FAQs about hiring a car in Carson City

  • How much is the price of fuel in Carson City?

    The average price of fuel in Carson City is R62,95 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between R755 and R1 007, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular car hire in Carson City?

    Economy (Kia Rio or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Carson City.

  • How can I find car hires near me in Carson City?

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

  • How much does an Economy car hire cost in Carson City?

    An Economy car hire in Carson City costs R1 211 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Compact car hire cost in Carson City?

    A Compact car hire in Carson City costs R645 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Standard car hire cost in Carson City?

    A Standard car hire in Carson City costs R1 524 per day, on average.

  • Which type of car is recommended for driving in Carson City?

    An economy car rental in Carson City allows easier navigation of narrow streets and to squeeze into tight parking spaces, especially if looking to access Carson City’s downtown area. If you plan to travel with your family, an SUV is best. People traveling with a large family or a large group of people should get a minivan since it contains enough sitting and trunk space. Travelers should get a 4-wheel during snowing seasons for easy navigation of the snowy terrain, and those intending to drive to off-road destinations will appreciate renting an SUV.

  • What is the speed limit in Carson?

    Different roads in Carson City have different speed limits. The school zone speed limit is 15 mph. Most of the other surface streets in the area have a speed limit of 25 mph. Speeding fines are automatically doubled if an incident occurs in a work, school, or pedestrian safety zone. Divided rural roads have a limit of 65-75 mph, while undivided roads have a limit of 55-75 mph. Speed limits in freeways within the city are 55-65 mph, while those outside the city have a limit of 70-80 mph. Motor unit patrol officers are deployed to different roads in Carson City to enforce traffic laws and ensure road safety.

  •  Where are the best places to park in Carson City?

    Finding parking space in Carson city is not hard, especially during non-holiday periods. The spaces are limited during holiday periods following the increasing population in Carson. On-street parking was abolished following an increasing amount of traffic. Carson city council allowed the establishment of preferential parking zones with drivers required to display their permits to avoid a citation. North Star parking offers free parking on weekdays, charging around $20 on weekends. The parking garage at heavenly village, Bellamy south lake Tahoe offers parking at around $1.25 per 20 minutes with a maximum of around $25  during non-holiday periods.

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Carson City car rental reviews and directory 
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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8,8

Best rated

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.0

Value for money

9.5

3 locations in Carson City

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1287 Hwy 395

+1 775 782 7752

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18 Hwy 50

+1 775 339 3458

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Tuesday09:00 - 14:00
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3659 S Carson St

+1 775 883 7788

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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2,0 Poor

Kiefer, Feb 2024

Standard

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All locations of Enterprise in Tahoe were closed all weekend - I was unable to even get a car

10,0 Wonderful

Letha, Oct 2020

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Pros:

The Staff was very friendly and helpful. This was my first experience in renting a car and the Staff at Enterprise could not have been more helpful. The service was EXCELLENT!

5,2 Fair

Anonymous, Apr 2020

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Pros:

-Car was clean. -It did not break down. -Cheep one way rental.

Cons:

-Pick up address in Carson City was closed, as in not there! They moved but still had the old address on the pickup instructions. Had to wait over 20 min. for some one to bring the car to this "Old location." -Vehicle had issues starting off the line, ok when moving but not right. -AC did blow cold, but not as cold as a vehicle this new should have. -Drop off person at SJC unprofessional, did not want to do there job. My review is based on renting cars all over the world for almost 30 years.

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National

8,2

Very Good

One location in Carson City

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Carson City Airport

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Easirent

3,7

Poor

2 locations in Carson City

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Carson Airport

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Minden-Tahoe Airport

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Hertz

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2 locations in Carson City

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1138 Airport Rd Ste 3

+1 775 841 8002

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18 Highway 50

+1 775 586 0041

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Avis

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One location in Carson City

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50 Highway 50

+1 530 544 5289

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50 Highway 50

+1 530 544 3439

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
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4 travellers who hired a car in Carson City gave the car agency they used an average rating of 4.6

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