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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in North Charleston
- Getting assistance from North Charleston car rentals facilitates navigation around the city, making business and leisure trips more comfortable. You can visit several areas close to the town, such as the Magnolia Plantation and Gardens. These lush grounds are about 12.8 miles from central North Charleston and include a zoo, making it suitable for trips with kids or friends. You can appreciate the area’s history by driving about 16 miles to the Colonial Dorchester State Historic Site in Summerville city. Conversely, you can go to the North Charleston Coliseum & Performing Arts Center on International Boulevard within the city center for a shorter ride.
- You arrive in North Charleston via the Charleston International Airport, situated approximately 3 miles from the town’s center. This airport conveniently incorporates a Rental Car Pavilion, which you can find past the baggage claim at the end of the terminal area, opposite the bus stop. Some of the car rentals in North Charleston’s city center include Alamo, Hertz, Enterprise, National, Budget, and Avis. You can also find services from Dollar and Thrifty, which offer a direct and free airport shuttle to their pick-up location. You can follow the shuttle signs in the terminal and board immediately outside the baggage claim across the street.
- North Charleston ensures you can move through the town and nearby cities and states using the well-developed and connected roads, like Rivers Avenue and the I-526 and I-26 that link to Charleston and Mount Pleasant. To prevent getting lost along the streets, you can opt to integrate a navigation system into your vehicle. You will want to keep a lookout for pedestrians throughout your drive in North Charleston because many residents travel by foot and commonly use the sidewalks and roadways.
- You will most likely find congested roads during the morning and evening commute hours along the main streets, including International Boulevard, Montague Avenue, and I-526. International Boulevard also services the airport, so you generally want to stay off the roads from around 6:30am to 9:30am and from about 5pm to 7pm. You can safely drive during the cold season since North Charleston usually experiences mild winters.
- Book your car hire in North Charleston at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Mini hire cars in North Charleston are around 21% more expensive than other car types, on average
North Charleston car hire experiences: the best tips from KAYAK users
FAQs about hiring a car in North Charleston
What type of car is recommended for driving in North Charleston?
You can comfortably rent any model from car rentals in North Charleston since the city has a quality infrastructure system. However, the few parking lots within the town can make finding spaces challenging. We recommend renting a compact vehicle to navigate the tight spaces with ease.
What’s the speed limit in North Charleston?
Most roads in this city have a speed limit of approximately 35mph. Streets in residential, school zones, and business areas typically post a 25mph limit. The speed along the interstate roads is around 70mph outside the urban core. On the Charleston peninsula, these interstate highways have limitations ranging from approximately 40mph to about 55mph.
Where are the best places to park in North Charleston?
You can conveniently park in the Park & Go garage at the Charleston International Airport, which charges around $10 per day on the surface lot. The 5-tier space has an approximately $17 daily rate, while the 3-level lot closest to the terminal offers a maximum of around $15 a day. You can use the North Charleston Marriott Car Park on 4770 Goer Drive or the parking spaces available at 4821 Chateau Avenue for free services.
How much is the price of fuel in North Charleston?
The average price of fuel in North Charleston is R70,24 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between R843 and R1 124, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular car hire in North Charleston?
Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in North Charleston.
Which car hire agencies are at Charleston airport (CHS)?
The only car hire company onsite at Charleston airport is Alamo.
Which car hire companies will pick you up at Charleston airport (CHS)?
The only car hire company that offers shuttle or pick-up services from Charleston airport to off-airport locations is Alamo.
How can I find car hires near me in North Charleston?
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 North Charleston?
A Mini car hire in North Charleston costs R2 304 per day, on average.
How much does a Special car hire cost in North Charleston?
A Special car hire in North Charleston costs R1 641 per day, on average.
How much does an Intermediate car hire cost in North Charleston?
An Intermediate car hire in North Charleston costs R1 185 per day, on average.
North Charleston car rental reviews and directory
Ace
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42 reviewsCleanliness
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4.7
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4.0
Value for money
4.6
One location in North Charleston
Locations in North Charleston
3632 Cheatham Street
+1 877 219 9192
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Enterprise Rent-A-Car
7,5
Good
7 reviewsCleanliness
7.4
Comfort
7.7
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.1
Value for money
7.4
3 locations in North Charleston
Locations in North Charleston
5757 Rivers Ave. @ Jones Ford
+1 843 566 7805
7291 Cross County Rd
+1 843 552 2150
8734 Rivers Ave
+1 843 572 8807
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2,0 Poor
Jul 2020
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They let me reserve a pickup truck that none of the local offices had in stock.10,0 Wonderful
Feb 2020
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Good service as usual.Cons:
Did not have a compact for me as requested. Had to drive a family van2,0 Poor
Mar 2023
10,0 Wonderful
Sep 2022
10,0 Wonderful
Dec 2021
Avis
5,8
Fair
6 reviewsCleanliness
6.3
Comfort
6.8
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.5
Value for money
6.0
One location in North Charleston
Locations in North Charleston
6258 Rivers Ave
+1 843 572 3190
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6,0 Okay
Jun 2023
2,0 Poor
Apr 2021
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Nothing because they bailed on the reservation.Cons:
The staff texted me 3 days after the rental reservation and two days before I needed the car to tell me they were overbooked and they wouldn't have anything available for me. I had to contact Priceline to get my insurance deposit back again. Definitely wasn't helpful to have the car pulled out via a non official text message on Saturday when I needed the car Monday. I ended up renting from Hertz directly from their website instead of using Kayak or Priceline.2,0 Poor
Mar 2021
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The staff was rude and unfriendly. I think the owner is racist.Cons:
New management and someone who has had customer service training.Dollar
5,6
Fair
1 reviewCleanliness
6.2
Comfort
6.7
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.4
Value for money
6.1
One location in North Charleston
Locations in North Charleston
3826 West Montague Avenue
+1 843 552 7533
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2,0 Poor
Mar 2021
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You didn’t have the car I reserved and it was substituted for a truck that had no runners, so my 75 year old mom and I had to jump out of and climb into the truck, we both were very uncomfortable and had to spend more on gas as the truck was not as economical as a car would have beenHertz
5,4
Fair
11 reviewsCleanliness
5.8
Comfort
5.7
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.6
Value for money
5.6
2 locations in North Charleston
Locations in North Charleston
2821 Azalea Dr
+1 843 480 4311
8510 Rivers Avenue Ste O
+1 843 793 2235
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2,0 Poor
Mar 2021
Pros:
I mean, I would call a Kia Sorrento a full-size SUV. We moved our luggage from a RAV-4 and it barely fit in the Kia. Moving from a crossover to a full size SUV, you expect a little bit more room. Maybe you should clear up with your partners what is considered a full-size SUV. When your site says a Nissan Pathfinder OR COMPARABLE, no one expects to show up and have to drive a Kia Sorrento.Cons:
Stop lying to us about the cars available. I could have gotten way cheaper rates for a Kia Dorrento booking direct or using another service. Massively disappointing.8,0 Very Good
Aug 2020
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Nice and efficient staff.Cons:
It was clean, but not sure if it was disinfected. COVID days!9,2 Wonderful
Mar 2020
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Drop off was really easy. Car met my expectations.Cons:
Pick up location took longer than expected.1,9 Poor
Sep 2021
2,0 Poor
Jul 2021
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Nothing.Cons:
After signing a contact saying the tank was full, it was not. It was less than 3/4 of a tank. Vehicle was trashed. Cups, a hat, papers, etc. from previous renter. Remote wouldn’t lock the doors4,0 Mediocre
Jun 2021
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The staff was doing the best they could with limited resources.Cons:
We were able to book our vehicle to be picked up in one location and dropped off at another (the airport). At the end of an hour long wait/pick-up, we were told that the car had to be returned to the same location. This resulted in having to return the car early and a $25 Uber ride to the airport.Budget
5,1
Fair
6 reviewsCleanliness
6.0
Comfort
6.6
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.3
Value for money
5.6
One location in North Charleston
Locations in North Charleston
6258 Rivers Ave
+1 843 553 5660
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10,0 Wonderful
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8,0 Very Good
Apr 2022
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2 locations in North Charleston
Locations in North Charleston
2039 Savannah Hwy, Charleston
+1 914 368 0091
3000 Aviation Way, 3000 Aviation Way, West Columbia, , USA South Carolina
+1 914 368 0091
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One location in North Charleston
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3632 Cheatham Street
+1 843 203 5350
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Most popular car type | Mini |
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North Charleston car hire information
| Pick-up location | North Charleston |
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| Hire locations | 12 |
| Airport locations | 4 |