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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Olathe

  • If you will be visiting Olathe, you must get a rental car to help you move around the city with ease. Car rentals in Olathe offer a different level of convenience and flexibility that you don’t always get with public transport. For example, if you want to go for an adventure in Lake Olathe, you can go at any time you want, not depending on bus schedules. In addition, you can visit the neighboring cities such as Kansas City and check out the attractions such as Kansas City Zoo and the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum which are about 30 miles away.
  • If you prefer booking electric cheap car rentals in Olathe, you need not worry about where to recharge them. You will find 94 public charging outlet locations in Olathe, 47 of which are free. The different kinds of charging stations include fast, accelerated, and regular ones with the accelerated ones needing you to make a payment before using the service. Some of the easily accessible charging stations in Olathe include Constance St Heritage Park Golf Course, Overland Park, and Independence near the best buy store. All these locations offer you the convenience of always having electric cheap car rentals in Olathe ready for your next adventure.
  • When coming to Olathe via Kansas City Airport, you can choose to pick up your Olathe car rental from the airport instead of coming to the rental shops found in downtown Olathe. The airport has a good number of rental agencies including top-rated rental companies such as Avis, Alamo, Enterprise, Thrifty, and Hertz. Each of these rental companies has a desk at the arrivals terminal where you can talk to their agents and inquire about your rental. From there you can take a shuttle to the car park and pick up your rental car.
  • Driving Olathe car rentals on one-way streets in Olathe can be a bit confusing for drivers who are not used to them. You should be aware of the directional arrows on the road and pay attention to signs indicating the flow of traffic because one-way streets are intended to keep traffic moving in a particular direction. Knowing which way to go on the street is essential to preventing accidents and confusion. You should also anticipate faster speeds on one-way streets.
  • Driving in Olathe is fairly easy, especially when compared to other busy cities such as New York and Chicago. However, it is important that you keep an eye out for cyclists since they share the road with other motorists. Always give them enough space on the road and be sure to double-check your mirrors whenever you’re making a right turn as it can be quite easy to miss them in your blind spot.
  • There are some roads in Olathe that have restrictions in place so it is best to do a route check if you are new to the area. Santa Fe Street is limited to a right turn only from Black Bob Road during the morning and evening rush hours on weekdays. Additionally, Lone Elm Road, which has a 20,000 lb weight restriction, is typically a speedy route to go because you won't see many trucks there. These areas also have high levels of pedestrian activity which will require you to be more careful as you drive cheap car rentals in Olathe.
  • While driving your car rental in Olathe may be fairly easy, you should be aware of traffic during rush hours. Morning rush hour runs from 7 am to 9 am while evening rush hour runs between 4 pm and 6 pm. If possible try to avoid the main highway during these hours as traffic is usually heavy and you risk losing between thirty minutes to an hour waiting on the road. You should also know that winters can get very wet in Olathe and that affects the road conditions. If possible, get winter tires from your rental agency if you will be coming to Olathe during the winter.
  • Book your car hire in Olathe at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Full-size hire cars in Olathe are around 24% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about hiring a car in Olathe

  • How much is the price of fuel in Olathe?

    The average price of fuel in Olathe is R61,26 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between R735 and R980, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular car hire in Olathe?

    Full-size (GMC Yukon or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Olathe.

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

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

  • How much does a Full Size car hire cost in Olathe?

    A Full Size car hire in Olathe costs R1 372 per day, on average.

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

    An Intermediate car hire in Olathe costs R751 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Luxury car hire cost in Olathe?

    A Luxury car hire in Olathe costs R1 413 per day, on average.

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

    The type of car rental in Olathe is primarily dependent on your purpose for visiting the city. if you’re coming here for business, a compact sedan or intermediate vehicle should do you just fine as the roads are fairly smooth and the streets wide enough. However, if you’re coming with the entire family or a big group of friends, you’ll need to get a higher-capacity car such as a passenger van or SUV.

  • What road trips can I take from Olathe?

    Head south from Olathe to visit the Flint Hills, a scenic region of tall grass prairie that stretches across Kansas. You can hike, bike, or even take a hot air balloon ride to enjoy the views. Another great idea is a road trip to Wichita which will take you about 3h from Olathe but is worth it for the many museums and cultural attractions in the area. The Wichita Art Museum and Old Cowtown Museum are two highlights.

  • What’s the speed limit in Olathe?

    The speed limits in Olathe depend on the nature of the road you’re driving on. The highest speed you can drive your car rental in Olathe is 75 mph which applies to rural segments of the Freeway and on the Kansas Turnpike. However, if you’re driving on two-lane highways, you’re supposed to keep to a maximum speed of 65 mph, 55 mph if it is a paved highway. Residential areas have a limit of 30 mph. it is worth noting that if there are signs indicating otherwise, you ought to follow the limits posted on the signs.

  • What are the child seat rules in Olathe?

    You should be cognizant that children under the age of two must ride in a rear-facing car seat while you are driving cheap car rentals in Olathe. Children who have grown too tall or heavy to ride in a rear-facing seat should transition to a seat that faces forward and has a 5-point restraining harness and a top tether.

  • Where are the best places to park in Olathe?

    Unfortunately, street parking isn’t available in Olathe. However, there are a good number of parking garages and lots where you can leave your car for a while. There is one at Eastgate Shopping Center, another at Olathe Community Center, and also at West Village. All these parking lots are free for the first two hours so you don’t have to worry about any parking meters or parking fines.

Olathe car rental reviews and directory 
All ratings and reviews are collected from KAYAK users with a verified car hire booking. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.

Budget

9,0

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.6

Value for money

9.0

One location in Olathe

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Locations in Olathe

1102 North Rogers Road

+1 913 764 4098

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jul 2022

KAYAK
Friendly staff and efficient process to get you in and out quickly! Excellent vehicle too!

8,0 Very Good

Anonymous, Jan 2022

KAYAK
When I accepted the insurance I didn’t realize it was third party not Budget's insurance.

1 out of 1

Hertz

8,6

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.6

Value for money

8.6

2 locations in Olathe

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15325 South Pflumm Road

+1 913 782 0530

Monday06:00 - 22:00
Tuesday06:00 - 22:00
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Sunday06:00 - 22:00

1904 E Santa Fe Drive

+1 913 390 6114

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
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10,0 Wonderful

Ashley, May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Very friendly and efficient

2,0 Poor

Mark, Jan 2023

Compact

KAYAK
The Olathe Hertz location refused to rent me the car as arranged through your web site. I had asked to pickup in Olathe and drop off at the Kansas City Airport and they would not do it. Your site could be more helpful if you knew about these restrictions.

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, May 2022

KAYAK
Tyler the Hertz rep at that location was VERY helpful!

10,0 Wonderful

Ant, Jun 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

The price was amazing

Cons:

Van had previous damage that was significant, which made it a little stressful. I didn’t want to get charged for it.

1 out of 2

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

6.7

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.2

Value for money

6.2

3 locations in Olathe

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15062 W 135th St

+1 913 782 0411

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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1610 E Santa Fe St

+1 913 254 0012

Monday07:00 - 18:00
Tuesday07:30 - 17:00
Wednesday07:30 - 17:00
Thursday07:30 - 17:00
Friday07:30 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday10:00 - 13:00

700 N Rogers Rd

+1 913 782 6381

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2,0 Poor

Amy, Feb 2024

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
I was able to place an order for a rental car; however, they did not have any cars available. They did call me prior to my arrival at their location and said that the corporate office should have turned off the ability for people to rent online. I also added auto coverage and was not able to cancel the policy. So now, I am stuck paying for something that I never needed.

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Apr 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff was very helpful

8,0 Very Good

Bryce, Jan 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

Brought the vehicle back exactly where I picked it up 7/8 of a tank and got charged for fuel on the final bill.

10,0 Wonderful

Rodney, Jan 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff was very nice and informative

Cons:

It was a good experience

4,0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Jun 2022

KAYAK
Called me to offer a smaller pickup, which I couldn't use. Re-searched Kayak and the $125 price for a full size had gone to $700. Hertz hooked me up outside of Kayak.

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Feb 2022

KAYAK
It was great

1 out of 2

Avis

4,9

Cleanliness

5.5

Comfort

5.5

Pick-up/Drop-off

4.9

Value for money

4.9

One location in Olathe

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1804 East Santa Fe Street

+1 913 764 1100

Monday07:00 - 18:00
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2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Nov 2020

KAYAK

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Check engine light came on after an hour of driving. Had to call the next day for a jump start and they charged us 218. Terrible service!!

2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Oct 2020

KAYAK

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They closed down twenty minutes early an didn’t even get my rental..... unprofessional at its highest level..... very disappointing considering I have never had any issues in the past

7,9 Good

Anonymous, Aug 2021

KAYAK
The employee we rented the car from told us we would have to pay $37 more to have a different driver then the name on the credit card. It worked out OK we didn't have to pay any extra. Every thing else was good.

1 out of 1

Dollar

10,0

Wonderful

Best rated

One location in Olathe

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1904 E Santa Fe Drive

+1 913 390 6114

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
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Thrifty

8,0

Very Good

One location in Olathe

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1904 E Santa Fe Drive

+1 913 390 6114

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00

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Payless

5,9

Fair

One location in Olathe

Locations in Olathe

1804 East Santa Fe Street

+1 913 738 9897

Monday07:00 - 18:00
Tuesday07:00 - 18:00
Wednesday07:00 - 18:00
Thursday07:00 - 18:00
Friday07:00 - 18:00
Saturday08:00 - 17:00
Sunday10:00 - 13:00

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Resla

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One location in Olathe

Locations in Olathe

12125 S Strang Line Rd

+1 480 439 4079

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41 travellers who hired a car in Olathe gave the car agency they used an average rating of 7.1

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