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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Lubbock

  • Rent a car during your stay in Lubbock to explore the sights of the city at your own convenience, rather than having to deal with exorbitant taxi prices or the hassle of using the fixed routes of the public transportation system. Car rentals in Lubbock will give you the feel of a local as you move around the city, while also giving you the freedom to tour the outskirts. For example, Buffalo Springs Lake, south of Lubbock, is approximately 11.9 miles away.
  • Lubbock Preston Smith Int’l Airport (LBB), which is the major airport in the area, conveniently has a number of onsite car rentals in Lubbock, as well as off-site agencies, which are accessible via the airport shuttle services. Some of the car rental agencies onsite include Avis, National Car Rental, Alamo, Hertz and Thrifty. The offices and counters for these companies are located at the baggage claim area. Rental cars are parked outside the baggage claim area.
  • Lubbock is a largely populated city and, therefore, it is important to be on the lookout for jaywalkers as you drive. There are also a number of people that walk around the city center while texting and talking on the phone, which can make the road dangerous. One should also be cautious of weather conditions, such as hail, that can cause chaos on roads but are luckily not common.
  • Just like most crowded cities, Lubbock is usually affected by rush hour, especially in the morning hours between 7am and 9am, and in the evening between 4pm and 7pm, due to crowded roadways and fatigued drivers and pedestrians. Drivers are advised to stay patient and remain in their lanes. New drivers are recommended to book vehicles from Lubbock car rentals with GPS monitors so as to be able to navigate through unfamiliar roads.
  • Book your car hire in Lubbock at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Standard hire cars in Lubbock are around 53% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about hiring a car in Lubbock

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

    Due to the large number of vehicles that operate between the city centers, it would be advisable to rent a small compact vehicle, which is ideal for touring the local sights. However, bigger vehicles are recommended for big groups of people, such as families and organizations, as you will be able to find short-term flexible parking just near the Preston Smith International Airport area.

  • What’s the speed limit in Lubbock?

    The statutory speed limit within the urban district is 30mph, however, the speed limit inside school zones is set at 20mph. Unlike other states, which have a speed limit of 65-75mph, Texas is known for having the highest speed limit in the country of 85mph on highways and intersections. Drivers should therefore be cautious when driving in the outskirts of the city, as well as be aware that the highways of Lubbock and areas where the speed limit changes are usually set up with street traps. Generally, drivers can be pulled over for driving at 5mph over the designated speed limit, therefore you’re advised to be diligent in following traffic rules.

  • Where are the best places to park in Lubbock?

    There are a number of short-term and long-term parking options available for both small compatible vehicles as well as large vans and trucks. Neighbor has rates averaging about $60 per month. The Texas Tech University Parking lot is also accessible for parking, open to the public and convenient for anyone avoiding the hassle of the city. There are Transportation and Parking Services that have hourly and daily rates for both surface and garage parking, ranging from approximately $1.50 to $9.

  • How much is the price of fuel in Lubbock?

    The average price of fuel in Lubbock is R61,69 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between R740 and R987, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular car hire in Lubbock?

    Standard (Mitsubishi Outlander Sport or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Lubbock.

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

    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 Lubbock?

    A Standard car hire in Lubbock costs R753 per day, on average.

  • How much does an Intermediate car hire cost in Lubbock?

    An Intermediate car hire in Lubbock costs R798 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Mini car hire cost in Lubbock?

    A Mini car hire in Lubbock costs R841 per day, on average.

Lubbock car rental reviews and directory 
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Avis

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

6.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.7

Value for money

6.2

2 locations in Lubbock

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Locations in Lubbock

5401 N Martin Luther King Blvd

+1 806 763 5433

Monday08:00 - 23:59
Tuesday08:00 - 23:59
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Friday08:00 - 23:59
Saturday09:00 - 23:00
Sunday08:00 - 23:59

5901 63rd Street

+1 806 785 1272

Monday08:00 - 23:59
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Friday08:00 - 23:59
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8,0 Very Good

Alexandrianna, Aug 2024

People carrier

KAYAK
Was great. But middle seat didn’t have a thing to click ur seat belt. Back seat on left side didn’t click in.

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Feb 2024

Economy

KAYAK
We arrived did the paperwork checked the car and we were on the road very quickly.

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Dec 2023

People carrier

KAYAK
Quick and easy on pick-up and drop-off. Staff are super helpful and friendly! Also,.very knowledgeable!

2,0 Poor

Anonymous, May 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

It was not listed that we had to have a roundtrip plane ticket to pick up the car at the airport. Thus, we never were able to pick up the car.

4,0 Mediocre

Paige, Mar 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

The easy drop off if I had to pick some thing but I barely cared for that.

Cons:

I was told that I was going to get a certain type of car. When I showed up they offered me a smaller car. I needed a car with a trunk that’s why I picked the size car than I needed. She said that there was nothing that she could do but if I want to pay $20 extra a day I could upgrade to a Tahoe. I had something for a free upgrade and she refused to do it because she said that there was no stock but yet she was offering me an upgrade. I had to upgrade because the car they gave me could not fit anything since it was not the correct size and turns out the moment I got it, there was a death bottle under the seat and all kinds of other trash in the car. Even though the car was dirty which should be clean especially with Covid they couldn’t give me a different car so I had to deal with a nasty car that smelled like smoke. Overall I don’t think I would ever want to use Avis again. The lady was so rude from the moment I walked in. It definitely made you feel like they did not care for you as a consumer. This is the worst rental place ever, don’t waste your time in try another company that actually cares about your business.

2,0 Poor

Stephen, Mar 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

There were no cars available even though I was able to book one online. There is a big disparity between booking and actual available inventory at times via Kayak that needs attention. Please fix this. I had a similar issue last summer in Missoula, MT.

1 out of 8

Alamo

9,3

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Cleanliness

9.5

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

9.5

Value for money

9.0

One location in Lubbock

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Locations in Lubbock

5401 N Martin Luther King Blvd

+1 844 891 0538

Monday08:00 - 23:59
Tuesday08:00 - 23:59
Wednesday08:00 - 23:59
Thursday08:00 - 23:59
Friday08:00 - 23:59
Saturday09:00 - 23:00
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10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Aug 2022

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Lauren was excellent and explained everything very clear for me to understand. The inside of the car very clean, but the exterior of the car needed to be washed. However, The rental went very smooth. Thank you

1 out of 1

National

8,4

Very Good

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Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.0

Value for money

8.3

One location in Lubbock

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5401 N Martin Luther King Blvd

+1 844 891 0535

Monday08:00 - 23:59
Tuesday08:00 - 23:59
Wednesday08:00 - 23:59
Thursday08:00 - 23:59
Friday08:00 - 23:59
Saturday09:00 - 23:00
Sunday08:00 - 23:59

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8,0 Very Good

Anonymous, Mar 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

No Cars to rent

1 out of 1

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8,2

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.1

Value for money

8.1

5 locations in Lubbock

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1902 Buddy Holly Ave

+1 806 765 0622

Monday08:00 - 23:59
Tuesday08:00 - 23:59
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Sunday00:00 - 00:00

2311 S Loop 289

+1 806 319 9191

Monday07:30 - 17:30
Tuesday07:30 - 17:30
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Friday07:30 - 17:30
Saturday09:00 - 23:00
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5401 N Mlk Blvd Box 382

+1 806 747 7921

Monday08:00 - 23:59
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5716 Spur 327

+1 806 798 3373

Monday07:30 - 17:30
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Friday07:30 - 17:30
Saturday09:00 - 23:00
Sunday10:00 - 14:00

612 W Loop 289 Ste 600

+1 806 785 2995

Monday08:00 - 23:59
Tuesday08:00 - 23:59
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10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Apr 2024

Compact

KAYAK
everythiing was great, including the sales staff.

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Feb 2024

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
Vehicle was nice but the price for keeping an extra day was too high

2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Jun 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Vehicles were not ready, nor did they ever be ready.

Cons:

having vehicles ready (even replacements would have been better than nothing)

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Feb 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

It was a typical car rental experience I just was surprised that they didn’t take debit card.

Cons:

It was a good little car for a few days

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Oct 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

The staff was very knowledgeable in what they mnew.

3,2 Poor

Anonymous, Jun 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

I placed my reservation online to pick it up at a specific location in Lubbock. I called ahead to verify that my reservation was made and was told that the facility closed at 2pm. I made sure to be on site by 12:30pm only to find out that this address was closed down. I saw a note to visit another facility within the same city. I drove to that site and was there just after 1pm. They didn't have any trucks on hand like I had reserved. They did find one at a 3rd location. They did offer to get the vehicle for me but the 3rd address was only 2 miles from my home. By the time I got to the 3rd site, they already rented 1 of the 3 trucks remaining. I was able to obtain a truck and drive to my destination but I feel there was much confusion and all of the employees were aware of the incorrect address.

Cons:

The site needs to be updated so that your potential renters won't waste their time going to wrong address. And if I place a reservation for a specific type of vehicle, then there should be one available when I get there and not just by chance.

1 out of 3

Hertz

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

6.9

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.7

Value for money

6.7

2 locations in Lubbock

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3444 W Loop 289

+1 806 243 4212

Monday08:00 - 23:59
Tuesday08:00 - 23:59
Wednesday08:00 - 23:59
Thursday08:00 - 23:59
Friday08:00 - 23:59

5401 N Martin Luther King Blvd

+1 806 762 0227

Monday11:00 - 19:00
Tuesday11:00 - 19:00
Wednesday11:00 - 19:00
Thursday11:00 - 19:00
Friday11:00 - 19:00

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2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Apr 2024

Supplier choice

KAYAK
The reservation wasn’t in the Hertz system . Bad service

2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Nov 2023

Intermediate

KAYAK
Got to the airport in Lubbock Tx and Hertz did not have a car for my Reservation, so luckily Enterprise at the airport had a rental and I rented one from them at the cost was about $20.00 more at Enterprise. I was just I was able to get a car at a very short notice from Enterprise. Will I every rent a car from Hertz again? At this time and in my mind NO. Hertz really put me in a bind not only that but late for a meeting 16 miles from the airport.

2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Oct 2022

KAYAK
There is NO HERTZ RENTAL AT THE LUBBOCK AIRPORT! Please do not list Hertz as an option. I had to cancel my Hertz reservation and rent from National. There are several other car rentals at the Lubbock Airport, but NOT HERTZ.

4,0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Oct 2022

KAYAK
When I came to dropoff the car, the lights were on, the door said "OPEN, PLEASE COME IN". Yet the door was locked. I waited for 30 minutes for someone to come by, and nothing. I tried calling a phone number, but just got the robot voice menu. I eventually gave up and used the dropbox, but I had no idea if that was allowed (because I was after hours). Very unprofessional.

2,0 Poor

David, Nov 2021

KAYAK
Hertz moved out of Lubbock Airport, which means rwo expensive taxi rides on top of yhe rental fees.

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Apr 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Everything was vey easy!

Cons:

The Rental car was not the one I wanted but that happens. The car was not clean had to clean it up before I could drive.

1 out of 4

Budget

Cleanliness

5.6

Comfort

5.3

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.3

Value for money

5.6

One location in Lubbock

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1606 East Regis Street

+1 806 763 6471

Monday08:00 - 23:59
Tuesday08:00 - 23:59
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8,0 Very Good

Anonymous, Oct 2023

Economy

KAYAK
The staff was great. They were prompt and answered all my questions.

10,0 Wonderful

Sergio, May 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

All good

3,9 Poor

Anonymous, Jul 2021

KAYAK
Staff was inattentive and unprofessional

2,0 Poor

Jerome, Jun 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

my flight was delayed for 18hr but they did not keep the car....

1 out of 2

Thrifty

5,5

Fair

2 locations in Lubbock

Locations in Lubbock

3444 W Loop 289

+1 806 243 4212

Monday08:00 - 23:59
Tuesday08:00 - 23:59
Wednesday08:00 - 23:59
Thursday08:00 - 23:59
Friday08:00 - 23:59

5401 N Martin Luther King Blvd

+1 877 283 0898

Monday08:00 - 23:59
Tuesday08:00 - 23:59
Wednesday08:00 - 23:59
Thursday08:00 - 23:59
Friday08:00 - 23:59

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Dollar

5,2

Fair

One location in Lubbock

Locations in Lubbock

3444 W Loop 289

+1 806 243 4212

Monday08:00 - 23:59
Tuesday08:00 - 23:59
Wednesday08:00 - 23:59
Thursday08:00 - 23:59
Friday08:00 - 23:59

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Easirent

3,6

Poor

One location in Lubbock

Locations in Lubbock

Lubbock International Airport

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Sunnycars

No score available yet

One location in Lubbock

Locations in Lubbock

5401 N. Martin Luther King Blvd.

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1657 travellers who hired a car in Lubbock gave the car agency they used an average rating of 5.1

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