Federal Way car hire

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KAYAK’s insights & trends for Federal Way car hire

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

How far in advance should you book car hire in Federal Way?

You should book your car hire in Federal Way around 38 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the most popular car to hire in Federal Way?

Hires in the Small category (Toyota Yaris or similar) are the most popular option in Federal Way, costing R634/day on average. Some users have found deals as low as R419/day.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Federal Way?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Federal Way is February at an average cost of R521/day. August is the most expensive month to hire a car in Federal Way when prices are R1 270/day on average, which tends to be 58% above the yearly average hire price for Federal Way.

Federal Way car hire price comparison by vehicle type

Find the right car hire in Federal Way by comparing prices across vehicle types.

Small cars

R407 - R1 090

All Car Types

R721 - R1 618

How much does it cost to hire a small car in Federal Way?

How much does it cost to hire a medium car in Federal Way?

How much does it cost to hire a large car in Federal Way?

How much does it cost to hire an SUV in Federal Way?

How much does it cost to hire a van in Federal Way?

How much does it cost to hire a pickup truck in Federal Way?

How much does it cost to hire a luxury car in Federal Way?

Small car hire in Federal Way typically costs around R666 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average R407 per day, which is about 39% less than the yearly average. Small cars are usually 38% cheaper than the average car hire in Federal Way, making them ideal for budget-conscious travellers.

Medium car hire in Federal Way typically costs around R808 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average R428 per day, which is about 48% less than the yearly average. Medium cars are usually 25% cheaper than the average car hire in Federal Way, offering a good balance of space and value.

Large car hire in Federal Way typically cost around R921 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average R545 per day, which is about 41% less than the yearly average. Large cars can be 14% cheaper than the average car hire in Federal Way, offering more comfort for longer trips at a reasonable price.

SUV hire in Federal Way typically costs around R1 100 per day. The best time to book is February, when prices average R755 per day, which is about 32% less than the yearly average. SUVs are typically 3% more expensive than the average car hire in Federal Way but provide extra space and capability for groups or road trips.

Van hire in Federal Way typically costs around R1 922 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average R1 025 per day, which is about 47% less than the yearly average. Vans are typically 45% more expensive than the average car hire in Federal Way but are the best choice for families or groups needing maximum passenger capacity.

Pickup truck hire in Federal Way typically costs around R982 per day. The best time to book is March, when prices average R618 per day, which is about 38% less than the yearly average. Pickup trucks are 9% cheaper than the average car hire in Federal Way, making them a practical choice for hauling gear or outdoor adventures.

Luxury car hire in Federal Way typically costs around R1 268 per day. The best time to book is December, when prices average R871 per day, which is about 32% less than the yearly average. Luxury cars are typically 16% more expensive than the average car hire in Federal Way but deliver premium comfort and style for special occasions.

KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Federal Way

  • Travelers who are visiting the city will be glad to know that car rentals in Federal Way provide efficient ways to get around the city at convenient prices. The cars offer the much-needed flexibility that allows you to access off-road destinations and sites within the city. Getting one of the Federal Way car rentals will allow you to travel the 142 mi to the Fairmont Pacific Rim to the north of the city. You will also be able to conveniently drive to the White River Station Campground, located about 150 mi to the south of the city, and Stanley Park, about 142 mi to the north of Federal Way.
  • Travelers accessing Federal way through the Seattle /Tacoma International Airport get Federal Way car rentals from the car rental companies operating off-site. To access the car rental facilities from the airport, you will need to board the airport shuttle for a free 2 min ride to the car rental facility. Some of the companies offering car rental services at the location include Budget, Hertz, Sixt, Thrifty, Enterprise, Dollar, Alamo, E-Z Rent-A-Car, Payless and Fox.
  • When driving car rentals in Federal Way, it is not uncommon to encounter drivers who are aggressive behind the wheel hence it is important that you remain vigilant and alert. The pedestrians in the city always have the right of way in Federal Way, hence you must yield to pedestrians on sidewalks and crosswalks. You must stop whenever a pedestrian is crossing on marked or unmarked crosswalks. You are also expected to come to a complete stop in case the school bus ahead of you stops or flashes red lights.
  • Like other cities in Washington, the city of Federal Way experiences cases of high traffic especially during rush hours. The morning traffic to beat starts around 6 am as residents head to their workplaces around 9:30 am. The evening traffic starts at 3:30 pm to about 6:30 pm. You will probably experience heightened traffic in the course of the week on Wednesday, Thursday and Tuesday. It is therefore wise to schedule your destinations around these times to avoid getting stuck in traffic.
  • Small hire cars in Federal Way are around 50% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about hiring a car in Federal Way

  • Which car hire companies will pick you up at Seattle/Tacoma Intl airport (SEA)?

    The only car hire company that offers shuttle or pick-up services from Seattle/Tacoma Intl airport to off-airport locations is Alamo.

  • How can I find car hires near me in Federal Way?

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

  • How much does a Special car hire cost in Federal Way?

    A Special car hire in Federal Way costs R729 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Medium car hire cost in Federal Way?

    A Medium car hire in Federal Way costs R861 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Small car hire cost in Federal Way?

    A Small car hire in Federal Way costs R448 per day, on average.

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Federal Way?

    The most popular car type in Federal Way for those seeking to rent a car is the Economy car. This car type has economical fuel consumption making it a much more affordable option for travelers. For safety purposes, the car comes with lane keeping and following assistance, a blind spot view monitor, driver attention warning and smart cruise control.

  • What’s the speed limit in Federal Way?  

    When driving car rentals in Federal Way, having knowledge of the speed limits will help keep you on the right side of the law. If you are traveling on state highways, you will need to drive at 60 mph. the county roads have a speed limit of 50 mph with the city and town streets having a speed limit of about 25 mph. in case your journey takes you to the interstates and the rural freeways, you must observe a speed of about 70 mph. the residential streets have a speed limit of 20 mph.

  • Where are the best places to park in Federal Way?

    Drivers with Federal Way car rentals can find parking spaces within the city at convenient prices for paid and free parking lots within the city. Some of the parking spaces you can park your car include the Federal Way Memorial Field Parking on 1300 S 308th St, the Federal Way Licensing Services Parking on 1320 South 324th St and the East Parking Lot on 23rd Ave S. Some other parking spaces within the city include the South Parking Lot on South 324th St, the BPA Trail – North Trailhead Parking on 1207 South 324th St and the Republic Parking on 31621 23rd Ave S.

Federal Way car rental reviews and directory

 

Avis

6,0

Okay

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.0

Value for money

6.0

One location in Federal Way

Locations in Federal Way

34225 Pacific Highway South

+1 253 835 1121

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 12:00
Sunday08:00 - 12:00

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Hertz

2,0

Poor

Cleanliness

2.0

Comfort

2.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

2.0

Value for money

2.0

3 locations in Federal Way

Locations in Federal Way

1911 Auburn Way North Ste E

+1 253 333 8215

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

26454 Pacific Hwy S

+1 253 215 1225

Monday09:00 - 16:30
Tuesday09:00 - 16:30
Wednesday09:00 - 16:30
Thursday09:00 - 16:30
Friday09:00 - 16:30

32700 Pacific Hwy S, Suite 5

+1 253 835 1970

Monday13:00 - 17:0008:00 - 12:00
Tuesday13:00 - 17:0008:00 - 12:00
Wednesday08:00 - 12:0013:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 12:0013:00 - 17:00
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2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Jul 2024

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
We reserved a car for the holiday weekend in Seattle to meet with family in tacoma. The day before we were going to pick up the vehicle we were called by the local Hertz branch and told that there were no cars available. Sorry. Why should I ever use this "service" again. A reservation is supposed to mean that the item you have reserved in advance will be there when you need it. This is the 2nd time that my "reservation" has not been held for me. You have not pull with the rental car companies and therefore I will never use this platform for renting cars again. It is a waste of time and effort and just creates a big headache and stress. I used to say that Kayak was the best 3rd party around. Since this experience I have told at least 3 people that told me they need to get a rental car soon to never use a 3rd party site again, especially Kayak, as the likelihood of the car being there is nonexistent. I will continue to let people know that this is the case.

4,0 Mediocre

Mitch, Jul 2024

Intermediate

KAYAK
I showed up to return my car @ 11:30 am on 7/6/2024 and the location closes at noon but no one was there I waited 30 minutes and called and I could not even leave a voicemail as there was not one set up. I left the car and took the keys because there is not drop box of any kind.

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Dec 2021

KAYAK
Everything was great, process could have been faster, but still wasn’t bad.

1 out of 1

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8,1

Very Good

One location in Federal Way

Locations in Federal Way

33427 Pacific Hwy So.

+1 253 661 9866

Monday07:30 - 17:00
Tuesday07:30 - 17:00
Wednesday07:30 - 17:00
Thursday07:30 - 17:00
Friday07:30 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 14:00
Sunday09:00 - 14:00

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Thrifty

7,1

Good

3 locations in Federal Way

Locations in Federal Way

1911 Auburn Way N

2533338215

Opening times not available

1911 Auburn Way North Ste E

+1 253 333 8215

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

32700 Pacific Hwy S, Suite 5

+1 253 835 1970

Monday13:00 - 17:0008:00 - 12:00
Tuesday08:00 - 12:0013:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 12:0013:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 12:0013:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 12:0013:00 - 17:00

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No reviews available

Budget

6,5

Okay

One location in Federal Way

Locations in Federal Way

34225 Pacific Highway South

+1 253 661 1392

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 12:00
Sunday08:00 - 12:00

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No reviews available

3 travellers who hired a car in Federal Way gave the car agency they used an average rating of 7,1

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