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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Mechanicsville

  • Discover the convenience of car rentals in Mechanicsville. Enjoy the freedom to explore the city's hidden gems and nearby attractions on your schedule. Unlike limited public transport options, renting a car in Mechanicsville lets you effortlessly reach places like the historic Hanover Tavern or the scenic Pole Green Park. Don't miss out on Mechump River and Cold Harbor Battlefield for a dose of history. With a rented car, you'll have easy access to these attractions, making your trip to Mechanicsville truly unforgettable.
  • When landing at Byrd International Airport (RIC), streamline your travel with Mechanicsville car rentals. Find rental car offices conveniently located at the terminal. For Terminal A, rental cars are a short walk away, while a shuttle service connects you to Terminal B's car rental area. To ensure a smooth process, consider making a reservation in advance, allowing you to choose from a wider selection of vehicles. Additionally, familiarize yourself with the airport layout and the routes leading to your destination in Mechanicsville. This way, you'll be ready to hit the road and explore the city as soon as you land.
  • Navigating Mechanicsville by car is a breeze, but keep an eye out for pedestrians and cyclists. While jaywalking isn't as common as in bigger cities, locals might still cross the street unexpectedly. Always yield to pedestrians at crosswalks, and be cautious around biking lanes. Mechanicsville's charm is best enjoyed when you drive responsibly and respect all road users. Enjoy your journey with Mechanicsville car rentals, and make your exploration safe and memorable.
  • Prepare for occasional traffic during Mechanicsville's rush hour, primarily affecting routes like Mechanicsville Turnpike and Atlee Road. Rush hours are typically around 7:30 am to 9 am and 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm on weekdays. Winter snowfall is infrequent but can lead to slippery conditions on routes like I-295. Consider using car rentals in Mechanicsville during snowfall for added safety. Plan your drives accordingly, allowing extra time during peak hours and potential winter weather, ensuring a smoother and stress-free exploration of the city.
  • Book your car hire in Mechanicsville at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Intermediate hire cars in Mechanicsville are around 18% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about hiring a car in Mechanicsville

  • How much is the price of fuel in Mechanicsville?

    The average price of fuel in Mechanicsville is R60,74 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between R729 and R972, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular car hire in Mechanicsville?

    Intermediate (Hyundai Elantra or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Mechanicsville.

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

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

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

    An Intermediate car hire in Mechanicsville costs R1 149 per day, on average.

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

    An Economy car hire in Mechanicsville costs R1 211 per day, on average.

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

    A Compact car hire in Mechanicsville costs R1 260 per day, on average.

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

    When opting for car rentals in Mechanicsville, consider a comfortable and fuel-efficient sedan. Mechanicsville boasts well-maintained roads and ample parking space, making a sedan an ideal choice. It provides a smooth drive for exploring the city and nearby attractions without the hassle of maneuvering through narrow streets or tight parking spots. This car type strikes a perfect balance between space and efficiency, ensuring a pleasant and convenient driving experience throughout your stay in Mechanicsville.

  • What’s the speed limit in Mechanicsville?

    When renting a car in Mechanicsville, keep in mind the speed limits for a safe journey. In residential areas, the speed limit is generally 25 mph to ensure pedestrian safety. On main roads like Mechanicsville Turnpike and Atlee Road, the limit is around 35 mph. Pay attention to any posted signs as speed limits can vary. Be cautious around schools, where speed limits might drop during school hours. Some areas have speed cameras, particularly along stretches like Route 360. Utilize Mechanicsville car rentals to explore responsibly while adhering to these limits.

  • Where are the best places to park in Mechanicsville?

    When considering Mechanicsville car rentals, be aware of parking options and charges. Downtown areas often have metered parking with rates averaging $1-2 per hour. Some attractions like Highland Park offer free parking, making it an excellent starting point. For longer visits, consider parking garages which cost around $5-10 for a full day. Exploring less crowded spots and utilizing public transport can minimize parking costs. Plan your parking ahead to enjoy a stress-free experience in Mechanicsville while making the most of your Mechanicsville car rentals.

Mechanicsville car rental reviews and directory 
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Hertz

6,0

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2 locations in Mechanicsville

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4112 West Broad Street

+1 804 355 3840

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5541 Mechanicsville Turnpike

+1 804 730 6570

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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

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5 locations in Mechanicsville

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1268 Mountain Rd

+1 804 261 5490

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207 E Main St

+1 804 648 7612

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4713 W. Broad St.

+1 804 355 7707

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5105 S. Laburnum Ave

+1 804 222 2700

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7006 Mechanicsville Turnpike

+1 804 730 4176

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6,0 Okay

Anonymous, Nov 2024

Compact SUV

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After researching the cars available at multiple locations, I selected this place specifically because of the car that they said was available, which I reserved. When I got there, they told me that car was not available but that they would put me in a smaller car for the same price. There was a car available there that was one class larger than the car I had selected but they told me that would be more expensive however they would be happy to charge me the difference. The staff was nice but I left feeling unsatisfied. I think, since it was the fault of the company that my selected car (and car class) was not available they should have offered the next class up for no additional charge. They told me this was not possible. This was definitely a missed customer service opportunity, possibly by the company and not necessarily the staff since they told me it just couldn't be done. Again the staff was very nice but I left feeling unsatisfied and disappointed.

2,0 Poor

CrAmy, Sept 2024

People carrier

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I booked my vehicle to be picked up at the Richmond VA airport. Upon arrival at the counter I was informed that they didn’t have any cars available and that my reservation was kicked over to an enterprise office 25 minutes away. I then had to take a $40 Uber ride with my wife, 3 young kids, and 78 year old Aunt to the other office to pick the rental car up. I asked if I could return the van to the airport so I wouldn’t have to take another $40 Uber ride at 4:30AM on the day we were to return the car. I was originally told that would be fine, and then when double checking with the enterprise employee on that before driving away she then informed me that if I were to do that I would’ve be charged a $50 fee for not returning it to the same place. The van we rented didn’t look like it had been washed on the outside at all, and the inside looked like it had been quickly vacuumed by an employee with no interest in making sure the vehicle was actually clean. There was also a book in the glove compartment from the previous renter which indicated that they didn’t really go through the van before renting it to us. I called enterprise the day before we needed to return the car to get clarity on if I would be charged a fee or not. The person on the phone told me that there might be a fee, but that the office I rented the car from would call me that day to give me the details. I never heard from the office I picked the van up from and was left with the choice of return the car to an office that wouldn’t be open the next morning at 4:30 and then take a $40 Uber to the airport, or just drive to the airport and maybe be charged an extra $50. We dropped the van off at the airport (which was a very quick and easy process). I guess I will have to wait and see if I get charged an extra $50 or not. If so, I believe that should be refunded as well as the $40 Uber ride I head to take on the front end. If Enterprise is at all interested in customer satisfaction and retention, refunding me some of the original cost of the rental would be a great move in that direction and I would then be more than happy to rent with them again

10,0 Wonderful

Adam, Apr 2024

Standard

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perhaps a lower rate. But that's wishful thinking.

6,0 Okay

Anonymous, Oct 2020

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Pros:

The drop off was easy and efficient

Cons:

I was told that they did not have my car I reserved, then they did have it. It had no gas, so I had to wait for it to be filled up. They didn’t say anything about a $200 deposit, and they kept changing the price I paid while I was there.

2,0 Poor

Winston, Sept 2020

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Wasn’t allowed to rent car because I have a NC drivers license

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between polices and their needs! Due to The environment that we are in with this Virus I’d 2020 I can not get into the DMV to change my drivers license to VA! But If I were traveling and my car broke down and I need a rental ! This would not happen at this location!?

2,0 Poor

Winston, Sept 2020

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Pros:

So I didn’t get to rent the car because of a rule about the drivers license not being VA! I was told that I could not rent !

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Polices are not standard across brand! And each location is given the power to stretch or blur the line between polices and their needs! Due to The environment that we are in with this Virus I’d 2020 I can not get into the DMV to change my drivers license to VA! But If I were traveling and my car broke down and I need a rental ! This would not happen at this location!?

1 out of 5

Avis

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4204 West Broad Street

+1 804 254 4146

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10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, May 2024

Passenger van

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The process to get the car was fast, easy. Customer service was very professional, friendly.

2,0 Poor

Anonymous, May 2021

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I arrived to pickup my car only to find none were available. The agents onsite were not customer service oriented. DId not offer suggestions or help with finding another rental agency. I did however go to the Avis rental agency at theRichmond Airport and they were very professional and accommodating.

4,8 Mediocre

Anonymous, Dec 2019

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Cons:

They should adopt automatic picking up keys without standing one hour in line.

6,0 Okay

jonathan, Aug 2023

Intermediate

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Ease of picking up the car was nice but I did not like how it was not explained to me during pickup about gas, allowed mileage etc. I also found the car to be overpriced for what it was. It wasn’t a bad or good experience, just “okay” overall.

2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Oct 2022

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This was our worst experience -ever - with rental cars. We had a confirmed reservation before leaving Chicago for a 9 day trip to Boston, Washington DC, and Richmond VA. We only need the car for our Richmond leg of the trip. As we were in the Amtrak train station awaiting our train to Richmond, we received a text message informing us that our car reservation was cancelled because they didn’t have any cars available (supposedly because of some “accident”). We tried contacting Avis for a further explanation and possible alternative options. No luck! Our hotel reservation in Richmond was in a location that made trying to get around by walking impossible. We were there to visit our grandson who is attending the University of Richmond.. we were in Richmond fo 3 nights. We were able to use Lyft to get from our hotel to the school, but we wanted to do more in the way of sightseeing and visit colonial Williamsburg. We also needed a car for transport from our hotel to the airport for our return flight to Chicago and luggage storage between hotel checkout (11 am) and departure time (5 pm). So, all in all, Avis’s last minute cancellation of our confirmed reservation was nerve-racking and terribly distressing for us.

4,0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Aug 2022

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Price. My military granddaughter rented the vehicle for me since I was on VACATION to help her. However, when I needed to extend another day, I was not granted the discount 🤬🤬. The vehicle did not have even a drop of windshield wash and the inside of the windshield was horrendously dirty. Not really excited to rent from Avis again

1 out of 3

Budget

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One location in Mechanicsville

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4204 West Broad Street

+1 804 254 2005

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2,0 Poor

Derek, Jun 2024

Passenger van

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Horrible they told me 1 thing over the phone then when I went to pick up the van they told me something totally different. I never got the van

6,0 Okay

Robin P, May 2024

Full-size

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The employees at the richmond airport Budget office we're not very friendly they gave me an SUV instead of a car and SUV was a Ford not a Toyota Corolla like I asked for it was raining heavily I did not understand the car and I was not comfortable with an SUV but it was the car that they gave me and since other people were waiting in line for another car I felt I needed to just go ahead and take it I brought it back I believe the next day and said please give me a car I was afraid to drive the SUV I'm very comfortable sedans and especially Toyota brand the Ford controls were completely different from the Toyota brand and did I mention how rude the Richmond Virginia employees were at the Richmond airport unbelievable ! when I was returning the SUV the lady taking the car said what is the mileage and I said oh that's a good idea let me look at the mileage too what is that mileage? And she said oh so you're gonna do my job now huh? Excuse me? I mean was that necessary such attitudes I found not only from the budget Avis employees but just the large majority of staff in Customer Service positions were just plain rude and had such attitudes I don't know what made them so unhappy I had just met them so it wasn't my fault I just didn't understand why they were so unhappy in their jobs so leave if you hate the job there's no reason to be rude when someone has done nothing to you .

2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Oct 2022

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I never got the car. After waiting 2 hours I gave up and called Lyft.

2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Mar 2021

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Pros:

The staff at the original budget rental we went to had poor customer service and was not friendly. After consulting many other rental car places, I was able to find one that could give us a car but it was not within the budget or the car that we requested.

Cons:

Staff friendliness, the car being ready and the correct rental that was requested, and better services all around.

9,2 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jun 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Car was good, clean

Cons:

Staff at Budget pickup in Richmond was just fine, nothing wrong with them, but just did their job and that was all.

10,0 Wonderful

Christopher, Jul 2023

Full-size

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Awesome staff, very helpful. I didn't catch names but I had a freakout because I didn't read the website copy carefully and missed the 200 deposit, but the guy at the desk was funny, cool, and patient. For a first time car renter, this place was a breeze.

1 out of 5

Eagle Rent A Car

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One location in Mechanicsville

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1202 North Boulevard

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