Elmira car hire

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Cheap car hire in Elmira

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Economy car
Economy
Compact car
Compact
Intermediate car
Intermediate
Standard car
Standard
Full-size car
Full-size
Luxury car
Luxury
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People carrier
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Passenger van
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Commercial
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Pick-up truck
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Most popular car type

Intermediate

KAYAK’s insights & trends for Elmira car hire

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

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

You should book your car hire in Elmira around 82 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the best car hire company in Elmira?

Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car hire companies in Elmira are Hertz (7.4, 5 reviews), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (4.4, 3 reviews), and National (8.3).
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Rated 4.4/10
National
National
Rated 8.3/10
Easirent
Easirent
Rated 4.6/10

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

The cheapest month to hire a car in Elmira is February at an average cost of R1 047/day. July is the most expensive month to hire a car in Elmira when prices are R1 721/day on average, which tends to be 2 288% above the yearly average hire price for Elmira.

Which car hire company in Elmira has the most locations?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car operates 2 locations in Elmira, more than any other car hire company.

KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Elmira

  • Rent a car on your visit at Elmira to enjoy the excellent convenience of exploring an elegant and luxurious city. Elmira features many historical sites that proudly boast its art, culture, and history through tourist attractions like parks and museums. Nothing compares to the happiness you feel when you find a secluded place to adventure. Getting a rental car in Elmira will make your vacation worthwhile. When you have a rental car in Elmira, you can gain the great flexibility of visiting many places without worrying about your safety. For instance, you can get to Berkshire, 36 miles from the city center, in just 40 minutes if you have a rental car.
  • If you land at the Elmira/Corning Regional Airport or Ithaca Tompkins Airport, you can take advantage of the many car rental agencies and book a rental car. The airports have many rental car agencies, such as U-Save, Enterprise, Hertz, Budget, and Avis. When you are at the airport, you can use airport bus shuttles to get to rental car agency offices within the premises.  Elmira car rental agencies offer different deals.
  • When driving your car rental in Elmira, you will encounter many jaywalkers. Most of them may cross the streets without giving you any signals. You need to be careful when approaching them to avoid accidents. Also, the city has many cyclists using the same lines as motorists. Be on the lookout when approaching and overtaking them because they typically overlook traffic light regulations.
  • Elmira has heavy traffic during rush hours, and you should expect a long delay when driving your rental car in Elmira city, especially if you are using Route 13 in Horsehead and Maple Avenue on Elmira's Southside. You should avoid being on the streets during rush hours. You can arrive at your destinations earlier or after the rush hours like early mornings during weekdays or holidays. Again, you should be careful when driving during the winter because the roads are icy and snowy.

FAQs about hiring a car in Elmira

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

    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 Elmira?

    An Intermediate car hire in Elmira costs R1 526 per day, on average.

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

    When you are looking to renting a car in Elmira, smaller cars are the most recommended vehicles to book. That’s because of their flexibility in parking and maneuvering the narrow Elmira streets. In this case, a compact car is suitable. It requires a smaller parking space, and you can also avoid long delays during rush hours by navigating the narrow streets in the city.

  • What’s the speed limit in Elmira?

    Elmira city has different speed limits depending on the streets you are driving your car rental. For instance, when driving your rental car on the Clemens Center Parkway from East Second Street to Grand Central Avenue, you should not exceed 40mph. The speed limit on the public Highways within the Woodlawn Cemetery is 15mph. Along the Maple Avenue, the speed is 25mph. Bon view, Roe Avenue, and around schools, the speed limit is 20mph. The city has posted speed signages or signposts along the streets, and the speed limit might change from time to time. Be on the lookout.

  • Where are the best places to park in Elmira?

    Parking is permissible on all City streets unless indicated otherwise. However, parking garages and lots located at 101 W are recommended. The city also offers parking meters and handicap parking from 9 am to 6 pm. You can also opt for event parking at Wisner Park, Clemens Center, and First Arena. These parking lots are available from Monday to Friday from 6 am to 9 pm at affordable rates. They all charge differently and have different parking policies. Talk to the management before parking your car rental in Elmira.

Elmira 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.

Hertz

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.7

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.5

Value for money

7.1

One location in Elmira

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Locations in Elmira

276 Sing Sing Road Ste 8

+1 607 739 3803

Monday09:00 - 18:00
Tuesday09:00 - 18:00
Wednesday09:00 - 18:00
Thursday09:00 - 18:00
Friday09:00 - 18:00
Saturday09:00 - 18:00
Sunday09:00 - 18:00

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2,0 Poor

Anonymous, May 2024

Compact

KAYAK
the car had sensors that went off the entire time seatbelt and forward driving aids my son and i tried everything to get the constant alarm 🚨 to stop headache all day and night on our trip! When i told the lady at the hertz rental she just acted like i put something heavy on the seat must be and made the alarm go off! No big deal that you had to hear alarms constantly while driving in unfamiliar places while trying to navigate you have to listen to extremely loud alarms 🚨 sensors that are messed up!

8,0 Very Good

Bob, Apr 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Pickup and drop off was easy.

Cons:

The car I reserved wasn't available. I was "upgraded" to a larger vehicle, however, the larger vehicle almost had 50,000 miles and was showing some wear.

6,0 Okay

Anonymous, Mar 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Smooth pick up

Cons:

Car was very dirty, windshield was so dirty it was hard to see through.

8,0 Very Good

Joe, Feb 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff and customer service was A+

Cons:

The original car I rented reeked of smoke. I came back in and asked to switch cars, they accomdated.

10,0 Wonderful

Mary, Jan 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

The lady at the Tompkins Airport was fantastic. Very helpful and courteous went out of her way to sanitize my credit card before returning it to me.

Cons:

The car was a bit dirty, Crumbs on the back seat and a hair clip in the handle. Makes me wonder how well they are being sanitized.

1 out of 2

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

4,4

Cleanliness

4.0

Comfort

4.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.0

Value for money

4.0

2 locations in Elmira

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Locations in Elmira

2621 Corning Rd

+1 607 796 5300

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 18:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

276 Sing Sing Rd Ste 10

+1 833 823 5638

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 18:00
Sunday09:00 - 18:00

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2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Feb 2024

Pick-up truck

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They did nothing to help me

1 out of 1

National

8,3

Very Good

One location in Elmira

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Locations in Elmira

276 Sing Sing Rd Ste 10

+1 844 816 4388

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 18:00
Sunday09:00 - 18:00

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Easirent

4,6

Mediocre

One location in Elmira

Locations in Elmira

Elmira/Corning Regional Airport

Opening times not available

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AutoEurope

No score available yet

One location in Elmira

Locations in Elmira

Elmira / Corning Regional Airport

Opening times not available

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Avis

No score available yet

One location in Elmira

Locations in Elmira

276 Sing Sing Road Suite 9

+1 607 739 5689

Monday07:00 - 22:30
Tuesday07:00 - 22:30
Wednesday07:00 - 22:30
Thursday07:00 - 22:30
Friday07:00 - 22:30
Saturday09:00 - 18:00
Sunday09:00 - 18:00

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10,0 Wonderful

Joe, Feb 2024

Intermediate

KAYAK
Excellent

Budget

No score available yet

One location in Elmira

Locations in Elmira

276 Sing Sing Road, Suite 9

+1 607 739 5689

Monday07:00 - 22:30
Tuesday07:00 - 22:30
Wednesday07:00 - 22:30
Thursday07:00 - 22:30
Friday07:00 - 22:30
Saturday09:00 - 18:00
Sunday09:00 - 18:00

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10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Nov 2024

Intermediate SUV

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The staff at the counter was great, very friendly and informative

Dollar

No score available yet

One location in Elmira

Locations in Elmira

276 Sing Sing Road

+1 866 434 2226

Monday09:00 - 18:00
Tuesday09:00 - 18:00
Wednesday09:00 - 18:00
Thursday09:00 - 18:00
Friday09:00 - 18:00
Saturday09:00 - 18:00
Sunday09:00 - 18:00

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10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Sept 2024

Full-size

KAYAK
Great

2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Oct 2023

Economy

KAYAK
During pickup they didn't have the car I wanted. For dropoff they charged me a $150 cleaning fee I can't dispute. Will never rent with Dollar again

2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Oct 2023

Economy

KAYAK
They didn't have the car I booked when I picked up. They charged me a $150 cleaning fee which is impossible to dispute. Will never rent from Dollar again

2,0 Poor

Nyoka, Jan 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

I don’t not like anything

Cons:

Not have a vehicle that smelt like cigarettes, staff members that are helpful, ACTUALLY cleaning the cars!

6,0 Okay

Anonymous, Oct 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Yes

Cons:

Car smelled like cigarette smoke - should have turned it back in. My daughter rented one last time that also smelled like smoke. It’s awful

2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Aug 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

We got there to pick it up and they did not have the car we rented. We reserved a minivan for a family camping trip with 6 people. They had a Tahoe with no storage room for our stuff. The attendant did not offer solutions, or help us find another car. We had to scramble to find a mini van, driving to another town and spending $150 more. I had called dollar that morning to say we’d be late to pick up. They even confirmed my mini van. Worst experience, we ended up leaving hours later for our trip and having to set up camp in the dark with kids.

Cons:

They could have had the right car or at least called us to tell us they didn’t.

Sunnycars

No score available yet

One location in Elmira

Locations in Elmira

276 Singsing Road

Opening times not available

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8 travellers who hired a car in Elmira gave the car agency they used an average rating of 4.8

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