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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Kinston

  • Driving car rentals in Kinston is a terrific way to see this small city in east central North Carolina. In Kinston car rentals, you can save time over using public transportation, and you can get to your appointments and see your family and friends according to your own schedule. In car rentals in Kinston, you can enjoy local attractions such as the Ellis Planetarium, Health and Science Museum, Neuseway Nature Park, or the Wayne County Museum. You will have the freedom to drive east to the Atlantic coastline, south to Myrtle Beach, west to Charlotte, or north to Raleigh-Durham.
  • Situated about 35 miles north of Kinston, the Pitt-Greenville Airport (PGV) serves as an easy and convenient location for getting a rental car when you fly into visit Kinston. At PGV, the rental car counters are can be found in the Arrivals area near the baggage claim carousels. Once you have taken care of all administrative details and gotten your car keys, exit arrivals and the rental car vehicles are kept in a parking lot adjacent to the Arrivals end of the terminal. This is also where you will return your rental car, and you can easily find this parking lot when you return to PGV by following the Rental Car Return signs.
  • Kinston is a small city with a small town feel to it and those driving car rentals in Kinston should experience relatively stress-free driving. Though traffic does get more congested during peak rush hours between 7:30 am and 8:30 am then 4 pm to 5 pm, this rush hour traffic adds only about 3 to 5 minutes to your drive. Kinston is a family-friendly town, so when you are driving Kinston car rentals, be vigilant for kids, who may inadvertently dart into the road, when you are driving around schools, family restaurants, or one of Kinston's many parks.
  • Situated in North Carolina's coastal plains, Kinston can flood during a severe rainstorm. So, if you are driving car rentals in Kinston when it is raining, do not drive through any flooded parts of the roadway. Another challenge those driving car rentals in Kinston may face is wildlife crossing the road. If you see a deer waiting to cross the road, stop and let it cross. Also, wait to see if there are any other deer who are going to cross as well.
  • Book your car hire in Kinston at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Economy car hire in Kinston are around -54% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about hiring a car in Kinston

  • How much is the price of fuel in Kinston?

    The average price of fuel in Kinston is R74,29 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between R891 and R1 189, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular car hire in Kinston?

    Economy (Kia Rio or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Kinston.

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

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

  • How much does an Economy car hire cost in Kinston?

    An Economy car hire in Kinston costs R1 346 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Standard car hire cost in Kinston?

    A Standard car hire in Kinston costs R786 per day, on average.

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

    A Compact car hire in Kinston costs R667 per day, on average.

  • What kind of car is recommended for driving in Kinston?

    If you are in Kinston to visit family and friends, and a number of people will be driving in the vehicle with you, you may want to opt for a large sedan or an SUV. If it will be just you in the car most of the time, you may want to opt for a smaller car, such as a small sedan, or an economy or compact car. A smaller car can save on rental costs as well as fuel costs.

  • What's the speed limit in Kinston?

    Within the city limits, residential roads in Kinston have a speed limit of 35 mph. US-70, a major road running through southern Kinston, has a speed limit of 60 mph. Other major roads running through Kinston, such as Route 58, have a speed limit of up to 55 mph. Since the speed limit of one road can change depending on what kind of area it is coursing through, keep your eyes peeled for posted speed limit signs in order to avoid getting a citation.

  • Where are the best places to pack in Kinston?

    Most parking in Kinston residential streets is free. The same is true for streets and more built-up areas of Kinston. Most businesses have their own parking lots that provide free parking for patrons and visitors. However, it is important that you pay attention to any posted signs that either prohibit parking or specify a time limit for parking. If you get cited for a parking infraction, you will be ticketed about $25.

Kinston car rental reviews and directory

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

2,0

Best rated

Cleanliness

2.0

Comfort

2.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

2.0

Value for money

2.0

6 locations in Kinston

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Locations in Kinston

1014 11th St

+1 919 778 4828

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00
Saturday08:00 - 18:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

1309 W Grantham St

+1 919 735 6673

Monday07:30 - 17:30
Tuesday07:30 - 17:30
Wednesday07:30 - 17:30
Thursday07:30 - 17:30
Friday07:30 - 17:30
Saturday00:00 - 00:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

1641 Greenville Blvd Se

+1 252 321 2805

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00
Saturday08:00 - 18:00
Sunday13:00 - 17:00

2430 N Herritage St

+1 252 527 7300

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00
Saturday08:00 - 18:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

3013 E 10th St

+1 252 931 0079

Monday00:00 - 00:00
Tuesday00:00 - 00:00
Wednesday00:00 - 00:00
Thursday00:00 - 00:00
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3101 S Memorial Dr

+1 252 355 0602

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00
Saturday08:00 - 18:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

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2,0 Poor

May 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

Complications with reservations. Car was not clean and sanitized. Found property of the last renter.

10,0 Wonderful

Mar 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

Nothing

10,0 Wonderful

Apr 2017

KAYAK

Pros:

Let me drop off where I wanted with no extra charge

4,4 Mediocre

Jan 2017

KAYAK

Pros:

They had the car I had reserved. Staff were very friendly.

Cons:

When I started the car, I looked down and the gas gauge was BELOW empty. I didn't have time to change cars so I had to go ahead an leave- worried the entire time I'd run out of gas before I got to a station. Dude said, "just make sure you return it on empty." Right.

1 out of 2

Hertz

No score available yet

2 locations in Kinston

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Locations in Kinston

321 E Arlington Boulevard

+1 252 417 4440

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00
Saturday09:00 - 13:00

3300 Highway 70 Bypass East

+1 919 314 5500

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

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4,8 Mediocre

Jul 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

The rental car was not ready for pick up at our reservation time and we were told to wait for several hours after in order for someone else to drop off their car.

Cons:

The employees offered no solution and could not rectify the situation at all. We just had to deal with it.

8,0 Very Good

Jun 2017

KAYAK

Cons:

I hate the idea that a hold (deposit) is put on my card above and beyond the cost of the rental.

10,0 Wonderful

Sep 2021

KAYAK
Alice was a great help

3,9 Poor

Jul 2021

KAYAK
Location opened late and vehicle had not been cleaned or sanitized. Tires were in need o replacing and tire pressures varied by 8 lbs or more.

1 out of 2

Avis

No score available yet

One location in Kinston

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400 Airport Road

+1 252 758 4797

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00
Saturday10:00 - 14:00
Sunday10:00 - 14:00

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6,0 Okay

May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Friendly staff member

Cons:

Only 1 person working at location. Poor car selection, did not get what I ordered. Car did not have gas filled and tire pressure light on.

10,0 Wonderful

Aug 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

The whole process was easy.

Cons:

Nothing

2,0 Poor

Nov 2022

KAYAK
No car available at counter when I got there

6,0 Okay

Jun 2022

KAYAK
There was no one at the counter I waited for almost 20 minutes for someone to assist with reservation. Car was not even in the Avis marked spots was on the other side of the airport parking lot. Location needs a better organization and more staff.

1 out of 2

Budget

No score available yet

One location in Kinston

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Locations in Kinston

400 Airport Road

+1 252 321 1175

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00
Saturday10:00 - 14:00
Sunday10:00 - 14:00

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10,0 Wonderful

May 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff was very friendly and helpful good customer service.

10,0 Wonderful

Oct 2018

KAYAK

Pros:

No waiting to pick up the car and I was able to pick it up early for around $4 rather than some outrageous charge or being hit with a new daily rate.

Cons:

Not a single thing.

2,0 Poor

Apr 2018

KAYAK

Cons:

Desk reported they have no cars despite my reservation. Employee at desk reports this is a chronic problem happening for at least a year at this locaion

7,2 Good

Oct 2016

KAYAK

Pros:

Good, clean car. Great price. Car ran great and got excellent gas mileage.

Cons:

I had a reservation for noon on a Friday. I wanted to pick the car up a couple hours later and tried to call the airport location where I was going to pick the car up. No one answered so I called Budget 800 number and asked if I could pick the car up at 2 pm instead of noon. The Budget 800 operator told me the location will hold my reservation for 15 hours and picking it up at 2 pm would not be a problem. So, I show up at 2 pm to pick up the car and the Budget Agency Operator said he didn't have a car for me because I was supposed to be there at noon. I told him I talked to Budget 800 number and told him what they told me and he said "it doesn't work that way". Well, I told him his problem is with Budget and not me!! He ended up finding me a car but his sour and bad attitude did not sit well with me. Then, when I went to turn car in on Sunday, I did so at noon even though I did not pick car up until 2 pm just so I wouldn't run into same problem if that same guy was working. The cage to the booth was closed so I started filling out drop-off paperwork and was almost done when I heard something move in the booth and that same Agency Operator was sitting at a desk doing something but he did not even let his presence be known or ask to help me check the car in. In fact, I even said something about not seeing him there and he didn't even respond to what I said. The Budget Agency Operator at the airport in Greenville, NC really needs to work on his CUSTOMER SERVICE!! I will not use Budget again since Enterprise and Hertz have locations at the Greenville airport.

10,0 Wonderful

Aug 2016

KAYAK

Pros:

I made a reservation for the wrong Greenville. The young man at the counter found it and was able to secure a car for me at the same price. Excellent service and excellent work by your staff. Thank You

4,8 Mediocre

Jul 2016

KAYAK

Pros:

Drop off was easy

Cons:

No real concern about the brakes

1 out of 3

44 travellers who hired a car in Kinston gave the car agency they used an average rating of 2.0

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