Cary car hire

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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Cary

  • GoCary, Transit 101, and GoTriangle are some of the best public transport services you can use in Cary. While you can rely on them for getting around the city, there is the issue of convenience, independence, privacy, pleasure, and comfortability. Car rentals in Cary offer services with many benefits that are not provided by other modes of transport. For instance, with a Cary rental car, getting to the spots you want, such as going for a fishing expedition at Lake Crabtree, is hassle-free.
  • Cary is a city served by five airports. Raleigh/Durham (RDU) Airport is five miles away from the city, while the rest are over 50 miles away. Cary car rentals in the Raleigh/Durham (RDU) Airport provide courtesy shuttle bus services to their pick-up areas and offices, some of which are situated in the airport premises while others in nearby buildings. To catch the shuttle bus of Cary car rentals, which runs every 5min from the terminals during business hours, head to the rental car shuttle terminal located next to the baggage claim area either in Terminal 1 at Zone 4 or in Terminal 2 at Zone 5. Proceed to the counter where you’ll find Thrifty, Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Hertz, National, Easirent, and keddy by Europcar for Cary car rentals to obtain your rental agreement and vehicle.
  • Roads in and out of Cary are well maintained. However, some roads with narrow but busy lanes, such as the stretch of Evans road have little room for cars, cyclists, and other road users to maneuver. When nearing such roads or busy intersections such as Edwards Mill Road near PNC Arena, you need to be extra cautious. The roads are usually slippery during cold and snowy seasons so, drive at a reasonable speed and with caution if you’re in town.
  • In Cary, rush hour is between 7am to 8am and from 5pm to around 7:30pm. If you’re attending some business functions in the central district, leave earlier than 7am, and if you’re leaving town, give yourself enough time. If you have to drive during these peak hours, stay in your lane, maintain a safe distance, and adhere to all traffic rules. Try to avoid busy intersections, such as the one at Southeast Cary Parkway and Tryon Road.
  • Book your car hire in Cary at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Intermediate hire cars in Cary are around 39% cheaper than other car types, on average
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FAQs about hiring a car in Cary

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Cary?

    Cary roads are quite busy, and the city can be congested at times. A midsized car will a preferable choice for maneuvering the city traffic and squeezing in the parking lots. However, if you plan to go outside the city, you may need a 4x4 car as Carry terrain is a bit hilly.

  • What’s the speed limit in Cary?

    Cary roads have speed limit signs ranging from 65mph on the interstates to 20-25mph when passing through densely populated residential areas and business centers. The speed limit for most two-lane highways such as SW / SE Maynard Road is 35mph. Always drive below the marked speed to avoid being pulled over by the highway patrol that constantly patrols the roads.

  • Where are the best places to park in Cary?

    Parking your rental car in Cary town is hassle-free and relatively cheap. The parking lots off Colonial Ave and Crenshaw Ave charges a flat rate of around $1 during business hours and $1/h to park from 6pm-7am. Other parking lots include 56 spots on Floyd Ave, C&C Lots South, VCV Monroe Parking Campus, and Main Street Lot, all charge around $4/2h. You can find free parking slots at Shops at Stratford and the Cary Court Park & Shop.

  • How much is the price of fuel in Cary?

    The average price of fuel in Cary is R62,41 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between R749 and R998, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular car hire in Cary?

    Intermediate (Nissan Versa or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Cary.

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

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

  • How much does an Intermediate car hire cost in Cary?

    An Intermediate car hire in Cary costs R904 per day, on average.

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

    A Full Size car hire in Cary costs R2 498 per day, on average.

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

    A Mini car hire in Cary costs R2 398 per day, on average.

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Cary 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

10,0

Best rated

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

5 locations in Cary

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Locations in Cary

121 Team Hendrick Way

+1 919 460 6083

Monday08:00 - 17:30
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1661 Nw Maynard Rd

+1 919 467 1653

Monday08:00 - 17:30
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1710 Piney Plains Rd

+1 919 851 4189

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5401 Hillsborough St

+1 919 851 2555

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859 Bass Pro Ln

+1 919 677 1266

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8,0 Very Good

Anonymous, Oct 2023

Passenger van

KAYAK
Picked up my rental fast and easy.

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, May 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

Everything went well

10,0 Wonderful

randy, Apr 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

Everything was as advertised. Easy pickup and drop-off. Would rent from them again

9,6 Wonderful

Christopher, Feb 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff very friendly. Drop off and pick up were a breeze.

Cons:

Nothing I can think of. My passengers lived the tall van, much easier to get in and out of. The sliding door was a little tough to close, an electric close and open function would have been the only thing that could have made it better.

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Thrifty

6,7

Okay

One location in Cary

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Locations in Cary

704 Laura Duncan Road

+1 919 303 5183

Monday08:00 - 17:30
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Dollar

6,3

Okay

One location in Cary

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704 Laura Duncan Road

+1 919 303 5183

Monday08:00 - 17:30
Tuesday08:00 - 17:30
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Thursday08:00 - 17:30
Friday08:00 - 17:30
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Hertz

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2 locations in Cary

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Locations in Cary

6215 Hillsborough Street

+1 919 852 5772

Monday08:00 - 17:30
Tuesday08:00 - 17:30
Wednesday08:00 - 17:30
Thursday08:00 - 17:30
Friday08:00 - 17:30

704 Laura Duncan Road

+1 919 303 5183

Monday08:00 - 17:30
Tuesday08:00 - 17:30
Wednesday08:00 - 17:30
Thursday08:00 - 17:30
Friday08:00 - 17:30
Saturday09:00 - 12:00

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2 travellers who hired a car in Cary gave the car agency they used an average rating of 6.5

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Most popular car type

Intermediate

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