Cheap Car Rentals in Kentucky from $34

Having access to your own vehicle when exploring Kentucky is a must. You will find a bit of public transportation in some larger cities, like Louisville and Lexington, but the systems are typically not robust or dependable. Kentucky is also known for having a few different road trip routes that are scenic and interesting, such as the Natural Wonders Road Trip and the Country Music Highway. You will naturally need a rental car to embark on these.

In general, Kentucky is quite easy to drive in. The roads are known for being well paved and taken care of, so you will rarely need to worry about things like potholes. In some more rural parts of the state, smaller roads may not be very well lit at night. Major cities like Lexington and Louisville do have a bit of congestion, so try to avoid driving in these regions during rush hour. When you are driving in the countryside, you will also want to keep your eyes open for any animals crossing the road, including deer. Kentucky has a few different toll roads that you will likely come across during your driving, such as the John F. Kennedy Memorial Bridge. The state uses an electronic-tolling system, meaning that paying is always hands-free. You will want to check with the company that you will be renting with to see if your toll fees will be added to your rental invoice, or if they are included directly in the rental price.

The state of Kentucky requires drivers to be at least 21 years old to rent a car. Most companies will charge you an additional fee for each day of your rental if you are below the age of 25 years old. In addition to this age requirement, you are also obligated to have had your license for at least one year before you rent a vehicle for the first time. Your license cannot have any infractions or limitations, or you will not be allowed to rent a car. Many companies will also ask for you to pay for your rental with a major credit card.

In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $60/day when booking a rental car in Kentucky. The best deal a user found was for $20/day from Turo, booked on Jul. 25.

Turo is one of the most popular car rental companies in Kentucky, offering car rentals for around $404 per week on average.

The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Kentucky it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.

We’ve recently found that Turo offers you prices that are 69% cheaper than the average rate available for a long-term rental. The average cost of a car rental in Kentucky for a month is $1,732. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.