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Cheap car hire in Grapevine
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- To realize movement flexibility during your stay in Grapevine, consider renting a car. Compared to the public means of transport that may require you to comply with their fixed schedules and routes, car rentals in Grapevine will allow you to move in and outside the city with ease. With your rental car, you’ll manage to drive through the historic main street district towards the LEGOLAND Discovery Center within the Grapevine Mills for some good interaction with nature.
- There are a number of significant highways in Grapevine, Texas, which are essential for driving your cheap car rentals in Grapevine. The popular Grapevine Mills Mall, for instance, is located next to the important east-west Grapevine Mills Parkway. It gives access to most local stores, eateries, and hotels. You can avoid traffic by using the frontage routes, which run adjacent to the freeway. State Highway 26 (SH 26) is a significant north-south route that passes through Grapevine's city core. Many of the city's attractions, including the DFW International Airport, Grapevine Lake, and the historic downtown, are accessible from there. Taking the frontage roads or the SH 121/SH 26 bypass will help you to avoid traffic on this road.
- The majority of travelers flying in Grapevine would land at DFW airport. The Airport is located about 6 mi from the city center. To conveniently access both the city center and its outskirts, you may prefer to rent a car. At the airport, Grapevine car rentals, among them Alamo, Sixt, and Dollar, are accessed at the airport’s 24-hour Rental Car Center. The center is located at 2424 E. 38th Street, near the south entrance of the Airport. For the arriving passengers, you can follow the Rental Car signs toward your designated pick-up area on the lower level of the terminal. There, you’ll board a Rental Car shuttle bus to the airport’s 24-hour Rental Car Center, about 10min drive away.
- There are a few toll roads in Grapevine, but the main ones are the TEXpress Lanes on State Highway 121, the DFW Connector TEXpress Lanes, a project of the DFW Connector that aims to improve the flow of traffic at the intersection of State Highway 121 and State Highway 114, and the North Tarrant Express, which is operated by the North Texas Tollway Authority and connects Interstate 35W in Fort Worth with State Highway 121 in Grapevine. The road traverses through several cities, including Haltom City, Southlake, and Keller.
- While all roads in Grapevine require cautious driving, there are some that require extra attention due to higher car volumes, narrow lanes, and limited visibility. TX-121 is a major highway that runs through the northern part of Grapevine, connecting to other cities in the area. When merging into TX-121 from other routes or changing lanes, you should exercise extra caution because traffic might be congested and moving quickly. The downtown area of Grapevine is centered on Main Street, a historic street. You should particularly attentive when driving Grapevine car rentals on this road because it is narrow and has numerous pedestrian crossings, especially during the tourist seasons when foot traffic is heavy.
- If you’re driving your rented car through the historic main district, downtown Grapevine, you may need to be more careful, observant, and attentive. During weekends and holidays, the district is full of both local and international tourists who usually take a leisurely stroll down the sidewalks. As they enjoy and appreciate how the quaint Texas city’s renovated historic buildings have majorly been re-purposed into boutiques and other types of outlets while preserving their authentic historic charm, they usually crisscross the road. You may need to maintain Grapevine City Council’s recommended 25 mph speed limit.
- Just like any other city, Grapevine’s roads’ traffic flow would vary. During rush or commute hours, most roads face traffic snarl-ups. In the morning, you’re likely to experience traffic jams between 7 am, and 8 am. The most affected lanes would be those heading to the business district. In the evening, you’re also likely to realize traffic jams between 5 pm and 7 pm. During weekends and holidays, the traffic flow from, and to the city center would averagely be smooth. However, you may still need to check your speed limit so as to remain on the right side of the law.
- Book your car hire in Grapevine at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Mini hire cars in Grapevine are around 37% more expensive than other car types, on average
FAQs about hiring a car in Grapevine
How much is the price of fuel in Grapevine?
The average price of fuel in Grapevine is R64,39 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between R773 and R1 030, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular car hire in Grapevine?
Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Grapevine.
How can I find car hires near me in Grapevine?
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
How much does a Mini car hire cost in Grapevine?
A Mini car hire in Grapevine costs R2 282 per day, on average.
How much does an Intermediate car hire cost in Grapevine?
An Intermediate car hire in Grapevine costs R768 per day, on average.
How much does a Full Size car hire cost in Grapevine?
A Full Size car hire in Grapevine costs R1 146 per day, on average.
What type of car is recommended for driving in Grapevine?
The type of car to reserve from the car rentals in Grapevine depends the following two main factors. First, consider your destinations. If most of your destinations fall within the city center, you may then consider a compact car. With a compact car, you’re able to squeeze into limited parking lots. Second, consider the total of car users. If you’re a family of more than three people, an SUV or a minibus should form part of your car-type options. However, you may have to reserve some parking slots.
How old do I need to be to rent a car in Grapevine?
To rent cheap car rentals in Grapevine, you must be at least 25 years old. Some agencies may charge an extra cost or let an older driver with a valid license co-sign the rental agreement if you are under 25 and still want to rent a car.
What’s the speed limit in Grapevine?
Although the Texas Transportation Code allows a motorist to maintain reasonable speeds based on the prevailing circumstances, you may need to maintain your speed at 30 mph; when driving through the residential streets, 15 mph; when driving through the alleys, and 70 mph; in the interstates. Most of the car rentals in Grapevine inform drivers of these speed guidelines to help them be on the right side of the law.
Are there any restricted roads in Grapevine?
In Grapevine, there are several restrictions on Highway 114 and International Parkway allowing only small and compact cars. Moreover, there is a road segment situated close to Lake Grapevine between Mustang Drive and Dove Loop Road Westbound which is only designated for bicycles on most roads.
Where are the best places to park in Grapevine?
Unless you’re lucky to find a free parking slot on-site at your hotel or destination sites, you’ll be expected to pay based on the parking rates of each parking ground of your choice. Parking in the city center is relatively costly compared to the city’s outskirts. Among the parking options, you could therefore consider; Grapevine Main Parking Garage and the free parking throughout the Historic Downtown Grapevine.
Grapevine 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.
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
9,3
Wonderful
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.3
Pick-up/Drop-off
9.3
Value for money
9.3
2 locations in Grapevine
Locations in Grapevine
1800 S Main St
+1 817 421 0055
801 E State Highway 114
+1 817 416 5492
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Avis
8,7
Very Good
Read 2 reviewsCleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.2
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.7
Value for money
8.7
One location in Grapevine
Locations in Grapevine
617 East Dallas Road
+1 817 488 7465
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10,0 Wonderful
Angel, Mar 2021
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great staff at this locationCons:
area could be a little cleaner, could use a fresh coat of paint on the inside.10,0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Jun 2022
Hertz
4,4
Mediocre
Read 7 reviewsCleanliness
4.5
Comfort
4.5
Pick-up/Drop-off
4.3
Value for money
4.7
2 locations in Grapevine
Locations in Grapevine
1501 Gaylord Trail
+1 817 778 1490
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2,0 Poor
ARTventurers, Nov 2023
Supplier choice
2,0 Poor
Anonymous, May 2021
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The rental office was closed. We couldn't get any satisfaction from either Priceline or Hertz. In short, there was no rental. We had to make other arrangements at the last minute which cost us and extra $100 for a shorter BBC rental period.2,0 Poor
Anonymous, Nov 2020
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Nothing I never got my rental car.Cons:
The place to pick up closed at 12 noon. My pickup time was from 12 noon to 1 and I was not able to get my car because it was closed.2,0 Poor
Anonymous, Oct 2020
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Carlos tried to be helpful. Thank you. Nancy was snobby.Cons:
No cars available even with reservations quite the waste of time and money. Such a hassle dealing with hertz.2,0 Poor
Anonymous, Oct 2020
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NothingCons:
If they hadn't falsely advertised that they had a car when they didn't.2,0 Poor
Anonymous, Sept 2020
Pros:
Nothing. It was hands down the worst experience I've ever had. I ended up with no car and no response from Hertz. This was a nightmare that ended up costing me about 8 times as much as the rental was.Cons:
I should have booked elsewhere. The experience, or lack of there of, was TERRIBLE!!!Thrifty
6,8
Okay
Cleanliness
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.0
Value for money
6.0
One location in Grapevine
Locations in Grapevine
1501 Gaylord Trail
+1 817 778 1490
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Right Cars
9,0
Wonderful
One location in Grapevine
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Budget
6,5
Okay
One location in Grapevine
Locations in Grapevine
617 East Dallas Road
+1 817 421 3871
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One location in Grapevine
Locations in Grapevine
1501 Gaylord Trail
+1 817 778 1490
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One location in Grapevine
Locations in Grapevine
Dallas Airport Dallas/Ft Worth DFW
+1 817 961 1881
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Dallas Fort Worth airport
+1 844 435 8227
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One location in Grapevine
Locations in Grapevine
2424 E 38Th Street, Dallas, , USA Texas
+1 914 368 0091
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Most popular car type | Mini |
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When to book a car hire in Grapevine
Everything you need to know for your car hire in Grapevine
Grapevine car hire information
| Pick-up location | Grapevine |
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| Car types | |
| Hire locations | 9 |
| Airport locations | 2 |