Elkhart car hire

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Most popular car type

Standard

KAYAK’s insights & trends for Elkhart car hire

Check out the latest trends and booking tips to hire a car in Elkhart with confidence.

How far in advance should you book car hire in Elkhart?

You should book your car hire in Elkhart around 27 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the best car hire company in Elkhart?

Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car hire companies in Elkhart are Enterprise Rent-A-Car (10.0, 2 reviews), Dollar (7.3), and Thrifty (7.1).
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Rated 10.0/10
Dollar
Dollar
Rated 7.3/10
Thrifty
Thrifty
Rated 7.1/10
Avis
Avis
Rated 0.0/10

What is the most popular car to hire in Elkhart?

SUV cars (Chevrolet Tahoe or similar) are the most popular type of vehicle to hire in Elkhart. SUV cars in Elkhart cost R1 199/day on average, though some users have found deals as low as R527/day.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Elkhart?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Elkhart is September at an average cost of R907/day. May is the most expensive month to hire a car in Elkhart when prices are R1 316/day on average, which tends to be 2 057% above the yearly average hire price for Elkhart.

Which car hire company in Elkhart has the most locations?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car operates 4 locations in Elkhart, more than any other car hire company.

KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Elkhart

  • Anytime you visit Elkhart for a vacation, business trip, or romantic getaway, think about using car rental services. When compared to the Interurban Trolley's public transportation, car rentals in Elkhart give drivers the advantage of greater freedom. When you have a rental car, you can choose the routes you want to take at your own discretion. One of the locations you might think about seeing with your rental car is the sports and entertainment complex known as Notre Dame Stadium.
  • By reserving car rentals in Elkhart, you can take advantage of self-driving to various locations in the city and from the airport. Elkhart Municipal Airport is the main entry point for air passengers flying into Elkhart. Although there is no on-site vehicle rental facility at this airport, there are shuttles that transport guests from the airport to the car rental destination. These courtesy buses are offered by all the main Elkhart car rentals, including Budget, Avis, and Enterprise.
  • You must keep in mind two crucial things when you drive your rental car in Elkhart. The majority of the streets in downtown Elkhart are wide and in good shape. However, there are a lot of bikers utilizing these roads, so resist the urge to drive aggressively. Many of them abruptly jump into traffic. If you're not keen enough, you might easily hit them. A good number of Elkhart drivers are wary about tailgating and readily take offense to it. When driving in the city, keep a safe distance from the vehicle in front of you at all times.
  • When you hire a car in Elkhart, your excitement for the city starts to wane during rush hours, which start at 7 am and end at 9 am in the mornings and at 4.30 pm and end at 7 pm in the evenings. During rush hour, Elkhart County Road 17 is one of the busiest roads in the city. If you drive on this road instead of the alternatives, you will be caught in traffic for an unnecessary amount of time.
  • Intermediate hire cars in Elkhart are around 52% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about hiring a car in Elkhart

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

    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 Elkhart?

    A Standard car hire in Elkhart costs R1 190 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Compact car hire cost in Elkhart?

    A Compact car hire in Elkhart costs R907 per day, on average.

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

    A Mini car hire in Elkhart costs R1 648 per day, on average.

  • Which car type is recommended for driving in Elkhart?

    Depending on how many people are traveling with you and how much luggage you will be carrying, you should decide what kind of car to hire while you are in Elkhart. If you're traveling with family or friends, compact or intermediate SUVs that can seat up to five people will be a fantastic option for you. Additionally, there is room in the car for additional luggage. If you're traveling alone and simply have two pieces of luggage or less, an economy automobile will be ideal for you.

  • What's the speed limit in Elkhart?

    When traveling through Elkhart, always obey the 45 mph speed limit rule unless otherwise posted. Within the city's central business district, inside residential areas, and close to schools, the speed restriction is significantly lower. You must adhere to a 25 mph speed limit in each of them. All of Elkhart's main intersections have speed cameras, and anyone caught going over the posted limit will receive a ticket. Keeping to these speed limits will help you avoid problems when using Elkhart car rentals.

  • Where are the best places to park in Elkhart?

    Have the option of using hotel parking, street parking, or public parking garage when looking for a place to park your car. If you want to benefit from free parking in Elkhart, you may consider booking a hotel offering free on-site parking. If you fail to access one, you will be forced to budget for parking when using car rentals in Elkhart. In this case, you can utilize street parking, where you will pay about $1 per hour. However, the parking spots available are fewer, and only early risers are guaranteed to get parking spaces. One of the popular public parking garages you may consider is the Marion Street Facility.

Elkhart car rental reviews and directory

 
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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

10,0

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

9.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

9.6

4 locations in Elkhart

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1420 S Michigan St

+1 574 289 1294

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23283 Us Highway 33

+1 574 875 7820

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703 W. Edison

+1 574 256 6900

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919 N Nappanee St Suite 1

+1 574 266 1862

Monday08:00 - 18:00
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2,0 Poor

Karina, Sept 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

Enterprise called me a day before and told me they had to canceled my car as they had high demand for the Holiday and they did not had the car that I reserved many days ago. They told me they couldn’t do anything that put me on a waiting list to see what day they could have a car available.!

1 out of 1

Dollar

7,3

Good

One location in Elkhart

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317 East Mckinley

+1 574 252 5119

Monday08:00 - 18:00
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Thrifty

7,1

Good

One location in Elkhart

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317 East Mckinley

+1 574 252 5119

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
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Avis

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One location in Elkhart

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5660 Grape Road

+1 574 277 8285

Monday08:00 - 18:00
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2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Apr 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

The Bluetooth.

Cons:

Customer service was terrible. My appointment was for 4pm, no one was in the office till 420pm. It was dirty when we picked it up. It wasn’t what we wanted. Very dissatisfied with the whole thing. I’ll never use Avis again.

1 out of 1

Budget

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5660 Grape Road

+1 574 271 5492

Monday08:00 - 18:00
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3,6 Poor

Anonymous, Oct 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

the price

Cons:

a lot. First off, Google and Apple Maps had a hard time finding the location, it was showing it in a different location than it was. When I called, the lady was rude and not very helpful. When I showed up she was short and not very friendly. The car was dirty, scratched, dented, etc. Dropoff was easy (hopefully I did it right). Parked and filled out the form and dropped it in the box.

1 out of 1

Hertz

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One location in Elkhart

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317 East Mckinley

+1 574 252 5119

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00

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8,0 Very Good

Rafaela, Apr 2024

Supplier choice

KAYAK
They were wonderful and I would rent from them again

1 out of 1

5 travellers who hired a car in Elkhart gave the car agency they used an average rating of 7.4

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