Greenville car hire information
| Pick-up location | Greenville |
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| Car types | |
| Hire locations | 13 |
| Airport locations | 1 |
Cheap car hire in Greenville
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| Compact |
| Intermediate |
| Standard |
| Full-size |
| Luxury |
| People carrier |
| Passenger van |
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| Commercial |
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Top tips for hiring a car in Greenville
- A hire car is the perfect way to explore not only Greenville, but also the surrounding region of northern South Carolina. With a car you will be able to freely explore the city’s main attractions, such as Falls Park on the Reedy, located in downtown Greenville's Historic West End. Head to Caesars Head State Park, where you’ll be surrounded by mountains and majestic nature. It’s less than an hour’s drive away and you can make as many scenic stops as you please.
- All the big car hire agencies, including Alamo, Avis, and Enterprise, can be found at Greenville–Spartanburg International Airport (GSP), which is located in Greer, about 20 minutes northeast of Greenville. The car hire desks are located within the terminal, just across the baggage claim area. If you’re arriving by plane, just follow the Baggage Claim signs. The hire cars are typically parked on the first level of the parking garage.
- Driving in Greenville is pretty straightforward, as long as you keep an eye out for road signs as well as cyclists, since most areas of the city don’t have a designated bike path. Although the coast of South Carolina is hit the hardest during hurricane and cyclone season (June through November), the rest of the state is also at risk. If you’re driving in those months, make sure to be extra careful when the weather gets wetter.
- Although traffic is manageable, especially when compared to other big U.S. cities, you’re better off avoiding rush hour traffic both in the morning (between 7:30 and 10 a.m.) and the afternoon (between 4 and 7 p.m.), especially if you don't want to be stuck in traffic for longer than needed. The I-385 gets quite congested during those times, as do other roads such as Memorial Drive, Greenville Boulevard, and Arlington Boulevard.
- Book your car hire in Greenville at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
FAQs about hiring a car in Greenville
What type of car is recommended for driving in Greenville?
A small automatic car is the recommended option in Greenville for travelers who don't require much space for passengers or luggage and plan on driving only around the city. But if you’re planning on heading to the mountains and lakes, and especially if you’re with family or a group of friends, an SUV might be the best option.
What’s the speed limit in Greenville?
The speed limit within the city is usually 35 miles per hour (mph), but it may be as low as 30 mph in certain residential areas, so look out for posted signs. Most rural two-lane roads typically have a speed limit of 55 mph, highways have a speed limit of 60 mph, and interstates all have posted speed limits with a maximum of 70 mph.
Where are the best places to park in Greenville?
Street parking is plentiful in Greenville, and the city offers many parking facilities that are usually close to the main attractions and shopping spots. The City offers the first hour of parking for free in any of their garages, and drivers must pay $1.50 to park for the second hour and then $1 per hour afterwards, with a maximum of $7.50. Washington Street parking deck offers cheaper rates as well.
What is the best car hire company in Greenville?
Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car hire in Greenville is Hertz (6,5, 53 reviews).
How much is the price of fuel in Greenville?
The average price of fuel in Greenville is R78,54 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between R942 and R1 257, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular car hire in Greenville?
Standard (Volkswagen Passat or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Greenville.
How can I find car hires near me in Greenville?
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 Greenville?
A Standard car hire in Greenville costs R1 906 per day, on average.
Greenville car rental reviews and directory
Hertz
6,5
Okay
130 reviewsCleanliness
6.4
Comfort
6.9
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.5
Value for money
6.4
5 locations in Greenville
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8,0 Very Good
Apr 2021
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Two things-a car that was a bit cleaner, and the store open on Saturday for an early return.2,0 Poor
Apr 2021
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They did not have a car for us at all!!!! NothingCons:
Don’t take money for cars that you do not have2,0 Poor
Mar 2021
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They didn't have the cargo van I rented. They called day of, saying they wanted to "save me the time" of coming to get it. I asked if they could locate one at another location and they told me I could call around. I did--no luck. I ended up having to rent an actual moving van and pay an extra month for being late. The representative didn't even apologize--just acted like it wasn't his problem. Appalling lack of customer service. :-(6,0 Okay
Feb 2021
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The car smelled offensively of excessive air freshener as if the smell of cigarette smoke was being masked. The air freshener was so powerful that my cloths and belongings would smell like it hours after getting out of the car. My jacket still smells a day later!8,4 Very Good
Sep 2020
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Staff was friendly great with walk around and pics, so happy when they do this!Cons:
Um the cleaner they used at the time did not detail the car so when we dropped something on tee floor moved mat found glass9,6 Wonderful
Sep 2020
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Yes, I believe her name was, Rosie she was great, infomative, friendly and professionalCons:
Rosie needed a little assistance with my prepaid transaction, the other lady there asked me if I was sure I had money on my card, I pulled up my online banking to show her that I had over 11 thousand dollars available on that card. That statement made me feel a little disrespected.Avis
8,3
Very Good
23 reviewsCleanliness
8.6
Comfort
8.6
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.5
Value for money
7.8
One location in Greenville
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10,0 Wonderful
Oct 2022
2,0 Poor
Oct 2022
6,0 Okay
May 2021
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I liked being able to book my rental online.Cons:
When we arrived to pick up the vehicle, the van that I requested was not available. The van we requested would have had more space for our belongings to fit. The Pathfinder we received was very limited. We also had a price quoted online, and had I not had an issue with it, I would have been charged almost $200 more than I originally agreed to. Even though the pathfinder is a great vehicle, we needed exactly what we requested. Especially since we'd reserved the van at least two to three weeks in advance.10,0 Wonderful
Jan 2020
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Staff was very helpful and have the paperwork and everything done quickly because I was in a rush.Cons:
Airport parking could have been better for to drop off but it was pretty busy10,0 Wonderful
Jul 2019
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Easy rental process. Polite agent. Clean, comfortable car. I will rent from this agency again !6,4 Okay
Sep 2018
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the return in CLT was fastCons:
First off, KAYAK sent me the WRONG address to pick up the car from so I had to call another Uber to take me to the correct address and was a huge waste of time. Then the pick up process took way too long. I put in my reservation days before with a pickup time and I expected my car to be already separated and ready to go requiring only my signature on some paperwork. They only started to LOOK for a car for me when I arrived. It took 45 MINUTES to pick up the car. It seems that only a small team works at the AVIS and they were all busy.Enterprise Rent-A-Car
7,2
Good
16 reviewsCleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.5
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.0
Value for money
8.2
4 locations in Greenville
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2,0 Poor
Jul 2020
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Staff was awful4,0 Mediocre
Mar 2019
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The staff was niceCons:
Checked the availability online before I made my plans and booking. They said they had a truck...didn’t get my car until almost 2 hours after my reservation and it wasnt even a truck. They should have given us a deal for our troubles but instead it was more of a oh well this is what you get attitude10,0 Wonderful
Feb 2019
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Everything was just great.10,0 Wonderful
Sep 2018
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Easy pickup/easy return. The vehicle was extremely easy to drive and had upgrades such as power lifts to make handling of luggage easy10,0 Wonderful
May 2017
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Vehicle was awesome.Cons:
Great fuel economy .6,4 Okay
Mar 2017
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The car was very comfortableCons:
The car was only superficially clean. Anything that wasn't easily accessible, like the cup holders and storage compartments was filthy. Also, the car wasn't in great mechanical shape; warning message that it needed an oil change showed up. Also, car appeared to have a questionable fuel injector; acceleration would stutter at times.Budget
7,0
Good
26 reviewsCleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.6
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.8
Value for money
7.6
One location in Greenville
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2,0 Poor
Sep 2022
10,0 Wonderful
Aug 2022
5,2 Fair
Jul 2019
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Car was fine and met our needsCons:
We had searched for pick-up from Greenville Spartanburg airport but the booking we received received required us to pick-up in town. When we picked up the car from the airport, it was $163 more expensive. The person at the desk was unwilling to do anything to assist and the city office was closed.10,0 Wonderful
Oct 2018
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Liked the VW Bettle!2,0 Poor
Mar 2018
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The option to rent a decent full-size SUV, Chevy Tahoe.Cons:
They didn't actually have the SUV I reserved, so I cancelled the reservation and won't do business with them again.2,0 Poor
Jan 2018
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After being extremely stubborn and unhelpful they pointed out the fact that there was an Enterprise across the street from their location.Cons:
Customer service and the fact that they were offended that I used a third party site to book a rental. Rude and unhelpful will never use budget ever again.Ace
4,8
Mediocre
10 reviewsCleanliness
4.3
Comfort
5.2
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.0
Value for money
4.9
One location in Greenville
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2,0 Poor
Mar 2022
10,0 Wonderful
Oct 2021
1,9 Poor
Aug 2021
2,0 Poor
Jun 2021
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Trey was great. Very nice and thorough and you could tell he was a hard worker.Cons:
Car value for the money is bad. Car condition was bad. Door creaks like it's going to fall off when you open. Had 89K miles on it. Headliner was nasty with who knows what all over it. Brakes little spongy. Returned it at 5:30, but because it was an hour later than when I picked it up, you charge me for another 24 hour period! I hurried there thinking I would save some money returning early. Will not rent there again.Ace Rental Cars
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One location in Greenville
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Most popular car type | Standard |
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