Council Bluffs car hire

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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Council Bluffs

  • Car rentals in Council Bluffs, Iowa, are the perfect way to explore everything this suburban city has to offer. Council Bluffs is located right across the river from Omaha, Nebraska, so you may even want to take a road trip across state lines and into the city to explore. There are public buses available in the city, but these adhere to fixed routes and schedules and may not always reach your desired locations. Furthermore, they may require several connections and take a long time to reach the destination. As a result, Council Bluffs car rentals are the best way to explore with flexibility and freedom of movement on your own schedule.
  • Those flying into Council Bluffs, Iowa, will most likely be arriving at Eppley Airfield (OMA) in Omaha. You can easily pick up car rentals in Council Bluffs from here. Car rental counters at OMA are located in the Customer Service Center, which is just across the street and to the right from the terminal building, next to the South Garage. You can walk there, so there is no need for a shuttle.
  • Driving car rentals in Council Bluffs, Iowa, is fairly straightforward. The terrain is pretty mild and local drivers are generally respectful and tend to follow the rules of the road. In addition, the roads themselves are in good condition without many hazards. This area is not typically subject to extreme winter weather, so usually you will not have to worry about driving in the snow during the winter months.
  • Driving car rentals in Council Bluffs, although pretty easy, can sometimes present some challenges. For example, many people commute to and from nearby Omaha for work, so the city’s main highways such as I-80 can experience heavy congestion during morning and evening rush hours. This typically happens between 7 am and 9 am and again from 5 pm to 7 pm. In addition, you will have to watch out for pedestrians and cyclists in the more residential areas.
  • Book your car hire in Council Bluffs at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Compact hire cars in Council Bluffs are around 51% cheaper than other car types, on average
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FAQs about hiring a car in Council Bluffs

  • How much is the price of fuel in Council Bluffs?

    The average price of fuel in Council Bluffs is R61,92 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between R743 and R991, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular car hire in Council Bluffs?

    Standard (Ford Edge or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Council Bluffs.

  • How can I find car hires near me in Council Bluffs?

    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 Council Bluffs?

    A Standard car hire in Council Bluffs costs R1 476 per day, on average.

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

    A Full Size car hire in Council Bluffs costs R2 458 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Special car hire cost in Council Bluffs?

    A Special car hire in Council Bluffs costs R1 702 per day, on average.

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Council Bluffs?

    Since Council Bluffs can sometimes experience heavy traffic, it is a good idea to get car rentals that are fuel-efficient. Driving compact car rentals in Council Bluffs will be the most cost-effective and easiest choice navigation wise, as well. This is because compact vehicles can navigate city streets better and fit into smaller parking spaces. If you are traveling with a larger group, however, a sedan or a small SUV may be a better option.

  • What’s the speed limit in Council Bluffs?

    Speed limits in Council Bluffs can vary based on what type of road you are driving on, so it is crucial to always pay attention to the posted signs when driving around the city. For example, on rural highways the speed limit can reach 70 mph, but on other highways it is usually 65 mph. On rural roads outside the city, the speed limit is around 55 mph, and within the downtown area, the speed limit is 35 mph. Residential areas and school zones will require a speed of 25 mph or lower.

  • Where are the best places to park in Council Bluffs?

    There are plenty of parking spaces for your car rentals in Council Bluffs. There is free parking available at The Marketplace Council Bluffs and at Hy-Vee Council Bluffs #1. You will also find plenty of metered street parking in the downtown area, usually charging about $1 or $2 per hour. Otherwise, you may be entitled to free parking at your hotel or other accommodation, so take advantage of this if it is available to you. 

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Council Bluffs car rental reviews and directory 
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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

10,0

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10.0

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10.0

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10.0

Value for money

10.0

One location in Council Bluffs

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3001 S. 7th Street

+1 712 366 3617

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Hertz

7,5

Good

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3636 Wilbur Plaza

+1 402 422 6789

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3737 Orville Plaza

+1 402 422 6570

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1755 East Locust Street

+1 402 348 0455

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4501 Abbott Drive

+1 402 348 0455

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10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Oct 2024

Intermediate

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Easy pickup and drop off . Capable employees both patient and kind.

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Dec 2023

Compact SUV

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Perfect. Quick

10,0 Wonderful

J, Apr 2021

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Friendly and helpful staff.

Cons:

Vehicle was new and clean but it did have a bag from a previous renter that hadn’t been removed.

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Mar 2021

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Pros:

Yes

2,0 Poor

Doug, Aug 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

Reserved a van for my family. They did not have one and simply said sorry and wanted to be sure I canceled my reservation. Gee, thanks.

1 out of 3

AutoEurope

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Omaha Eppley Airport

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Avis

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4501 Abbott Drive

+1 402 422 6480

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8,0 Very Good

Anonymous, Nov 2024

Intermediate SUV

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Counter was closed. Went to booth in parking garage (freezing weather to review paperwork). Car was ready and clean. Tailgate closure was broken (part on order). Wish the car would have had heated seats in winter climate. Dropoff was easy and fast.

10,0 Wonderful

Ann, Jul 2024

Intermediate SUV

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The Rogue SUV had a very smooth ride and since I did a lot of driving, that was important. One downside on the car was that the automatic lift on the trunk didn't work. Since the trunk lid was heavy, not having the auto lift was a pain. The person at the drop-off was friendly and helpful.

4,0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Nov 2023

Economy

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They didn’t have the car I reserved and tried to give me an suv or pickup when I wanted a car with good fuel economy. They did end up giving me a car it was fine 2 gal of gas once I got to Lincoln and dropped off the keys.

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, May 2021

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STAFF FRIENDLY

4,0 Mediocre

Roxanne, May 2021

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People were friendly

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Didn’t realize they would charge me almost another days rate for an extra hour past 24 hours!

10,0 Wonderful

Kelly, Mar 2021

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Everything was great!

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4601 Abbott Drive

+1 402 345 2783

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6,0 Okay

Nina, Nov 2023

Compact SUV

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Car had a lot of miles and smelled like smoke and chemicals. Needed to use a lot of Lysol and aired it out for several hours to mitigate the smell. Cloth seats were clean but stained.

10,0 Wonderful

Patti, Nov 2020

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Staff very friendly and helpful

8,8 Very Good

Anonymous, Nov 2020

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Yes very friedly

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Too far to walk

Payless

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4501 Abbott Drive

+1 402 342 4964

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4,0 Mediocre

Ajwad, Jan 2025

Supplier choice

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They tried charging more by adding insurance and extra fees with my knowledge and explaining the contract I was in hurry so quickly made me sign and I was on the way until I got back to return the car that’s when I found the extra free being charged but great service by refunding it back with any questions or issues

2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Sept 2024

Intermediate

KAYAK
Poor pick up service-not the car we wanted-no cruise control

6,0 Okay

Anonymous, Sept 2023

Economy

KAYAK
There were only 2 reps checking people in. It took over 30 minutes in line to get to a gentleman that could help me. ( He was very nice). There were at least 5 people at the kiosk at the car pick up rental level standing around. The lady checking people out at the gate, could have cared less to help anyone. She was on her phone. When I pulled up she said find the email and scan the code. I was not getting cell reception so I had to ask her how else I could get the code she was bothered and said check your text messages. Then went right back to being on her phone. The car that I ended up with had multiple small inconvenient issues. Side driver mirror didn’t adjust. The key fob was missing the front half. The key fob battery was also almost dead. I had to hold the key against the start stop bottom to get the car to start. The gentleman that checked me back in never asked how the car was only that he needed to get the mileage and then I was good to go. There was no one else checking in at the same time I checked in. Overall I was glad to have the rental car, but the rental experience has a huge amount of improvement that needs to be done.

6,0 Okay

Anonymous, Aug 2020

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Counter Staff was amazing. Very customer oriented at the time of rental.

Cons:

Car smelled of marijuana once it sat out in the sun. I called this in Day 1 after the car was sitting in the sun and the smell was overwhelming. As soon as I got through being on hold the representative told me they noted the smell to my account and then they hung up. I wanted to swap cars, but I did not have time to call back as I was travelling on business. Then when I returned the car they emailed me my receipt. Upon review of the receipt I was charged for a tank of gas when I had turned the car in with a full tank. Called the local number on my receipt ... Put on hold..... Then hold again for them to verify .... "They made a note and corporate would email me in 3 to 5 days, the charges are already in." So in a nutshell dirty car and overcharged.

10,0 Wonderful

Brian, Jul 2020

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The new Nissan Pathfinder was the best rental car I've driven, great choice! I needed something bigger than a mid-size SUV, but I didn't want a big Tahoe or Suburban, so the Pathfinder was the perfect size and a wonderful leather interior. I'll be back hoping to get the same in the future!

Cons:

Nothing!

Sunnycars

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4601 Abbott Drive

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One traveller who hired a car in Council Bluffs gave the car agency they used an average rating of 7.5

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