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Cheap Car Rentals in Madison from $30

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Madison car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Madison. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on March 19, 2024.

Most popular company

HERTZ

Price of gas per gallon

$3.63

Average price per day

$66

Cheapest price per day

$30

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Madison?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Madison and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on March 19, 2024.

January

$45

February

$50

March

$62

April

$62

May

$66

June

$69

July

$77

August

$76

September

$69

October

$63

November

$55

December

$60

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Madison is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Compare available car types for rental in Madison

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Madison to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on March 19, 2024.

Small cars

$45 - $93

All Car Types

$65 - $109

To rent a small car in Madison, the United States, you would pay an average price of $69/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Madison, the United States (~$45/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~$93/day). In fact, February is about 35% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Madison. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Madison, renting a small car saves you 19% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Madison small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in Madison, the United States, you would pay an average price of $73/day. March is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Madison, the United States (~$54/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~$90/day). In fact, March is about 28% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Madison. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Madison, renting a medium car saves you 13% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Madison medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a large car in Madison, the United States, you would pay an average price of $109/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a large car in Madison, the United States (~$69/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~$151/day). In fact, January is about 37% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for Madison. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Madison, renting a large car is 23% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Madison large car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a SUV in Madison, the United States, you would pay an average price of $84/day. March is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Madison, the United States (~$64/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~$114/day). In fact, March is about 25% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Madison. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Madison, renting a SUV saves you 0% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Madison SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a van in Madison, the United States, you would pay an average price of $125/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a van in Madison, the United States (~$98/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~$169/day). In fact, January is about 22% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for Madison. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Madison, renting a van is 32% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Madison van rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a pickup truck in Madison, the United States, you would pay an average price of $86/day. May is the cheapest month to rent a pickup truck in Madison, the United States (~$66/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~$95/day). In fact, May is about 24% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a pickup truck rental for Madison. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Madison, renting a pickup truck is 2% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Madison pickup truck rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a luxury car in Madison, the United States, you would pay an average price of $103/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a luxury car in Madison, the United States (~$87/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~$124/day). In fact, February is about 16% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car rental for Madison. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Madison, renting a luxury car is 18% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

Toyota Yaris$30/day
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Toyota Corolla$30/day
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Toyota Corolla$31/day
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Top rental agencies in Madison

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Madison known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Madison. Reviews were last updated on March 19, 2024.
Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Madison, including Hertz, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Alamo in Madison. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Hertz

5.9
Fair
130 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.9

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

5.9

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.4
Very good
43 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

7.9

Alamo

9.3
Wonderful
25 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

9.5

Overall

9.2

Pick-up/drop-off

9.1

Value

9.4

National

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

6.0

Budget

7.9
Good
23 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.7

Avis

6.7
Okay
15 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

6.4

Thrifty

2.0
Poor
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

2.0

Comfort

2.0

Overall

2.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

2.0

Sunnycars

1 location

Best Madison car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Madison. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Madison with an average daily rate of $38. Data was last updated on March 19, 2024.
Check out some of the very best car rental deals we've found in Madison. Check back soon for more deals if you're not finding the one you're looking for.
Toyota Yaris$30/day
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Toyota Yaris
Toyota Corolla$30/day
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Toyota Corolla
Toyota Corolla$31/day
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Toyota Corolla

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Madison, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on March 19, 2024.
  • What is the cheapest rental car found in Madison?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $66/day when booking a rental car in Madison. The best deal a user found was for $31/day from Surprise Agency, booked on Mar. 10.

  • What car rental company is typically the cheapest in Madison?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Madison from the following companies over the past two weeks: Hertz ($29/day), Avis ($31/day), and Enterprise Rent-A-Car ($46/day).

  • Which car rental company is considered to be the best in Madison?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (9.3 rating), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.2 rating) and National (8.0 rating) seem to be the best rental car companies in Madison.

  • What are gas prices like in Madison?

    The average gas price in Madison is $3.63/gallon over the past month, costing you anywhere between $43 and $62 to fill up a car’s gas tank.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Madison for a week from Hertz?

    From Hertz you can rent a car in Madison from about $318 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I rent a car in Madison for the best price?

    Our data suggests that booking early can save you up to 50% on a rental car in Madison. Take advantage of a below-average prices by booking at least 7 days prior to your desired date.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Madison?

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Madison for a month is certainly possible.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Madison for a month?

    Prices can be as low as $1,362 if you consider booking with Surprise Agency. That price represents savings of 40% compared to the Madison average. The monthly cost of a car rental in Madison is on average $1,362 ($45/day).

  • How much is a car rental in Madison for a weekend?

    For a weekend car rental in Madison, you can expect the average price to be around $80. Usually a Supplier choice rental in Madison is your cheapest weekend car rental option, though you should always check Cheapflights to see if there are other deals on alternative car rental types. If you do opt for renting a Supplier choice for April, it will cost approximately $70 per day.

  • What car do most people rent in Madison?

    The most popular car to rent while in Madison is the Ford Fusion, which is a Intermediate vehicle.

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Small car rentals in Madison

Find small car rental deals in Madison from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car rentals in Madison cost an average of $54 per day. Price data was last updated on March 19, 2024.
Hyundai i10$31/day
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Hyundai i10
Hyundai i10$36/day
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Hyundai i10
Hyundai i10$37/day
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Hyundai i10

Luxury car rentals in Madison

Find luxury car rental deals in Madison from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car rentals in Madison cost an average of $55 per day. Price data was last updated on March 19, 2024.
Reserve a luxury car rental in Madison by selecting one of these great deals available. Check back soon for more options if you're not finding the right car rental for you and your fellow passengers.
Chrysler 300$45/day
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Chrysler 300
Chrysler 300$46/day
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Chrysler 300
Audi A4$48/day
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Audi A4

Van rentals in Madison

Find van rental deals in Madison from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van rentals in Madison cost an average of $51 per day. Price data was last updated on March 19, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on van rentals in the Madison area at the moment. Deals are updated frequently to provide users with as many suitable options as possible.
Chrysler Town & Country$46/day
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Chrysler Town & Country
Chrysler Town & Country$46/day
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Chrysler Town & Country
Kia Sedona$49/day
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Kia Sedona

Car rentals by fuel type in Madison

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Madison. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Madison. Deals were last updated on March 19, 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Madison. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($33+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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