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Chapel Hill car hire information
| Pick-up location | Chapel Hill |
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| Car types | |
| Hire locations | 4 |
| Airport locations | 0 |
Cheap car hire in Chapel Hill
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| Compact |
| Intermediate |
| Standard |
| Full-size |
| Luxury |
| People carrier |
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| SUV |
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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Chapel Hill
- Chapel Hill car rentals offer the most convenient means of transport for travelers who want to traverse the city. Car rentals in Chapel Hill are a better option than the city’s public transport, the Chapel Hill Transit. This is because Chapel Hill Transit does not operate on weekends. The Kenan Memorial Stadium, which is the home of North Carolina Tar Hills, is one of the places you don’t want to miss a visit when you come to Chapel Hill. It will take you about 7min on light traffic to arrive at the stadium from Chapel Hill city center through East Franklin Street, covering a distance of around 3 miles.
- If you are arriving in Chapel Hill via Raleigh-Durham International (RDU) Airport, consider renting a car from one of the major car rentals in Chapel Hill, including Hertz, Enterprise, and Avis. Although these companies have no offices within the airport, each of them offers courtesy shuttles to their offices, which are located along Rental Car Drive. The airport has two areas where you can get a shuttle for your preferred car rental. The first area is Zone 4 in Terminal 1, and the second area is Zone 5 in Terminal 2. Both of them are located outside the baggage claim area.
- If you are driving near the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, you need to watch out for cyclists and pedestrians to avoid hitting them. A considerable number of students use bikes or foot to and from school. This is the same case when you are driving within the city center; there are many pedestrians, some of them who can jump into the roads without warning. However, it is easier to drive outside Chapel Hill city center because most of the roads are well tarmacked and wide.
- Most of the roads in Chapel Hill experience heavy traffic during its rush hour periods in the morning and in the evening, posing difficulties to drivers. The morning rush hour is from 7 am to 9 am, while the evening rush hour is from 4 pm to 6 pm. Raleigh Road. Columbia Street experiences the heaviest traffic during these rush hour periods.
- Book your car hire in Chapel Hill at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Intermediate car hire in Chapel Hill are around 33% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about hiring a car in Chapel Hill
How much is the price of fuel in Chapel Hill?
The average price of fuel in Chapel Hill is R73,33 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between R880 and R1 173, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular car hire in Chapel Hill?
Intermediate (Chevrolet Bolt EUV or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Chapel Hill.
How can I find car hires near me in Chapel Hill?
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 Chapel Hill?
An Intermediate car hire in Chapel Hill costs R897 per day, on average.
How much does a Special car hire cost in Chapel Hill?
A Special car hire in Chapel Hill costs R929 per day, on average.
How much does a Mini car hire cost in Chapel Hill?
A Mini car hire in Chapel Hill costs R1 682 per day, on average.
What type of car is recommended for driving in Chapel Hill?
The number of people and your baggage are the main determinants of the type of car you should rent from your preferred car rentals in Chapel Hill. An economy rental car will be an ideal type of car you should consider reserving if you will be driving in the city alone with one or two bags. On the other hand, if you intend to travel with three or four individuals and you have more than three pieces of baggage, an SUV car will be a suitable option for you. The destination you intend to visit while in Chapel Hill also determines the type of car you should rent. For instance, an intermediate SUV will be a good car option for you if you will be driving to off-road destinations.
What is the speed limit in Chapel Hill?
The speed limits vary slightly on different roads, depending on their locations. For roads within the school zone, you need to observe a speed limit of 20 mph. If you are on other roads outside the school zone but within the city center, you have to observe a speed limit of 25 mph. The speed limit increases to between 55 mph and 70 mph on highways. With speed cameras at all major intersections, you need to keep an eye on the speed limits to avoid getting yourself on the wrong side of the traffic laws.
Where are the best places to park in Chapel Hill?
Consider parking outside Chapel Hill city center because the number of parking lots in the center is fewer, making it difficult and costlier. The UNC Chapel Hill offers both gated Campus parking lots and non-gated campus parking lots at different rates. If you choose the gated-campus parking lot option, you will have to part with around $7 per day. On the other hand, you will part with around $5 per day if you use the non-gated campus parking lot.
Chapel Hill car rental reviews and directory
Budget
8,0
Very Good
25 reviewsCleanliness
8.3
Comfort
8.5
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.8
Value for money
8.1
One location in Chapel Hill
Locations in Chapel Hill
233 S Elliott Road
+1 919 951 7548
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10,0 Wonderful
Oct 2020
Pros:
The Chapel Hill desk employee was very courteous and friendly. He was careful about checking the car over before I left. The car's electronics included Android Auto, which allowed my phone's functions, including navigation, to be displayed on the car's entertainment screen. Great!!2,0 Poor
Nov 2019
Cons:
They called and CANCELLED my reservation. Said he had ABSOLUTELY NO VEHICLES to rent to me. I went immediately back on kayak (and other websites) and saw NUMEROUS listings for vehicles at this EXACT LOCATION10,0 Wonderful
May 2019
Pros:
Staff at pick up and delivery were awesome. It was very quick on both ends too. The car was great and the perfect size. Loved the Jeep Compass. Drove very smoothly and gas mileage was great. I highly recommend Budget!Cons:
I wouldn't change a thing about this rental!3,2 Poor
Oct 2018
Pros:
The woman at the front desk was kind but very new and clearly overwhelmed - there were no cars at all. I did receive a car but it took forever2,0 Poor
Jun 2018
Cons:
We got there and were informed they couldn’t confirm same day rentals and there was no car for us. We had to book a different car using a different platform from a different location. It was a waste of our time and energy.2,0 Poor
Dec 2017
Pros:
Nothing except I decided never to attempt securing a rental car there again.Cons:
The was no customer service at all and they only offered me a different location at twice the rate I was originally confirmed for.Enterprise Rent-A-Car
7,3
Good
25 reviewsCleanliness
7.9
Comfort
7.3
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.3
Value for money
7.9
5 locations in Chapel Hill
Locations in Chapel Hill
112 John Earl St Ste B
+1 919 732 5129
1400 E Franklin St
+1 919 967 5128
1705 Legion Rd
+1 919 240 5141
3143 Hillsborough Rd
+1 919 309 1030
3648 Durham Chapel Hill Blvd
+1 919 490 6057
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2,0 Poor
May 2021
Cons:
They didn't have cars available. I was on a wait list but was never contacted either way after that.2,0 Poor
Jul 2020
Pros:
Nothing - I showed up to pick up the truck and none was available. Enterprise did not attempt to contact me to let me know there were no vehicles available and did nothing to remedy the situation. I had to cancel me plans and reschedule for the following weekend with Alamo. I will never rent from Enterprise again from your site or any other site.Cons:
Live up to their obligations and communicate and not leave their customers hanging.2,8 Poor
Jul 2020
Cons:
The car was filthy and smelled of smoke even though it was a nine smoking car. The seats were super uncomfortable and there was a terrible squeak. The car needed to be retired as a rental.10,0 Wonderful
Mar 2017
Pros:
Convenient , reliable and most of all comfortable. Easy to pay, friendly calls the day of and before to make sure I was still interested in using them. They wanted to make sure what I needed and to have it available for me. The cost was so much more my size than any of the other place I had tried. The price was cheap and much more for someone's pocket that is on a fixed income.Cons:
That the person checking up to see if I needed the vehicle did not tell me about having to bring 2 forms to prove of my ability to pay, and live. This was an inconvenience for me, but the person at the desk helped me and my husband out.8,8 Very Good
Feb 2017
Pros:
The size and type of car was good, the price was good.Cons:
The car smelled a bit like someone had been smoking in the car and the seats needed to be shampooed. I also didn't like the way the car drove: it was an automatic but the gears shifted hard.10,0 Wonderful
Oct 2016
Pros:
I was impressed with the assistant Manager in Hillsborough NC (Jesse?) he was patient and did all he could to help me get this car I had a few issues that needed to be ironed out and he told me what I could do, it took time he did not rent my car out, he waited for me to get back. Thanks for all your helpAvis
6,9
Okay
7 reviewsCleanliness
7.0
Comfort
8.5
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.0
Value for money
8.5
One location in Chapel Hill
Locations in Chapel Hill
233 S Elliott Road
+1 919 951 7546
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10,0 Wonderful
Feb 2018
Pros:
Personnel was very friendly6,8 Okay
May 2017
Pros:
Heated seats and comfortable driveCons:
Car wasnt clean and had sand everywhere10,0 Wonderful
May 2023
Hertz
No score available yet
2 locations in Chapel Hill
Locations in Chapel Hill
225 Kentington Drive
+1 919 897 2137
3601 Hillsborough Road
+1 919 309 0577
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6,0 Okay
May 2021
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OkayCons:
Registered for a medium size car but got a small size car2,0 Poor
May 2021
Pros:
Nothing. No rental happened.Cons:
I came to get my rental and they had given my car (the last car on the lot) away! I was within the hour. There was NO notice that the timing would be any issue (they waited 30m and i was there 40m after the hour). I could not get my rental in a time I needed. I am extremely angry and disappointed at their behavior and the fact that none of that information was shared. Unacceptable on multiple fronts. This place should not be allowed to give out reservations that they cannot back up.8,0 Very Good
Mar 2021
Pros:
Car controls, seat heating, steering wheel heating, and CarPlayCons:
Sanitizing, washing the car from the outside10,0 Wonderful
Mar 2021
Pros:
YesCons:
It was fine.2,0 Poor
Mar 2021
Pros:
N/aCons:
Horrendous customer service10,0 Wonderful
Oct 2020
Pros:
The staff was so kind, patient, fast, and helpful. I was ao stressed today and my brain felt like it was moving so much slower than usual, but the staff member who helped me really changed my day for the better.Car hire locations in or near Chapel Hill
Good to know
Most popular car type | Intermediate |
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