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What are the car rental prices for popular cities in Maine?

Below are the cheapest cities to rent a car in Maine

Price

$38 - $91

Out of all the popular cities in Maine, Sanford is the cheapest city to rent a car in at just $38/day. Renting a car in Sanford is 58% cheaper than renting one in Presque Isle where the per day rate is around $91. Other fairly inexpensive cities in Maine to get a rental car in are: Portland ($58/day), Bangor ($58/day), and Rockland ($60/day). While these cities typically have cheaper prices than the rest of the country, travelers looking to rent a car in Portland should expect to spend around $58/day on their transportation. The most popular city to rent a car in Maine is Portland.

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

January

$44

February

$53

March

$44

April

$49

May

$58

June

$76

July

$96

August

$85

September

$66

October

$68

November

$52

December

$56

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Maine 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.

Popular car types in Maine

There are 283 rental agencies servicing Maine. These agencies, altogether, have 14,762 rental locations available. Need an affordable rental? Small is the cheapest car type to rent in Maine with prices from $27 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 7 car types you can rent in Maine:

Compare available car types for rental in Maine

Small

$47 - $106

All Car Types

$72 - $152

To rent a Small in Maine, you would pay an average price of $66/day. March is the cheapest month to rent a Small in Maine (~$47/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~$106/day). In fact, March is about 30% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a Small rental for Maine. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Maine, renting a Small saves you 33% 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 Maine Small rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a Medium in Maine, you would pay an average price of $73/day. April is the cheapest month to rent a Medium in Maine (~$52/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~$113/day). In fact, April is about 30% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a Medium rental for Maine. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Maine, renting a Medium saves you 26% 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 Maine Medium rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a Large in Maine, you would pay an average price of $93/day. March is the cheapest month to rent a Large in Maine (~$56/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~$140/day). In fact, March is about 41% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a Large rental for Maine. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Maine, renting a Large saves you 6% 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 Maine Large rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a SUV in Maine, you would pay an average price of $90/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Maine (~$68/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~$126/day). In fact, November is about 25% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Maine. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Maine, renting a SUV saves you 10% 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 Maine SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a Van in Maine, you would pay an average price of $136/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a Van in Maine (~$85/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~$201/day). In fact, February is about 38% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a Van rental for Maine. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Maine, renting a Van is 28% 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 Maine Van rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a Luxury in Maine, you would pay an average price of $104/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a Luxury in Maine (~$66/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~$184/day). In fact, January is about 37% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a Luxury rental for Maine. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Maine, renting a Luxury is 5% 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 Maine Luxury rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a Convertible in Maine, you would pay an average price of $141/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a Convertible in Maine (~$93/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~$206/day). In fact, February is about 35% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a Convertible rental for Maine. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Maine, renting a Convertible is 30% 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.

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Top rental agencies in Maine

Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Maine, including pickup locations serving Portland, Lewiston and Brunswick. Check out reviews from past customers, confirm pickup locations, and other critical details before booking your reservation.

Alamo

8.6
Very good
85 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.7

Value

7.9

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.3
Very good
98 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

8.0

Dollar

8.1
Very good
61 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

7.9

Budget

8.0
Very good
56 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

7.6

Avis

7.4
Good
34 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

6.7

National

7.6
Good
8 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

6.5

Hertz

7.0
Good
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

7.0

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

6.0

Easirent

1 location

Best Maine car rental deals found

Check out some of the best deals for car rentals in Maine recently found.
We've found these great deals on car rentals in Maine, including options within the Portland, Lewiston and Brunswick area. If these deals don't appeal to you, check back very soon as they are being updated frequently.

Car rental FAQs

What are the requirements to rent a car in Maine?

You must be at least 21 years to hire a cheap car rental in Maine. You are considered a young driver if you're below 24 years, and you will incur daily surcharges, which also limits your vehicle choices. Most car rental locations in Maine consider a renter with an active temporary license and a valid credit card. Foreigners looking for cheap car rentals in Maine can use their country's government-issued driver’s license, provided it's written in the Roman alphabet. If not, non-U.S. residents must attach an International Driver's Permit, including a form of photo I.D., such as a current passport and proof of returning to their country of origin once their stay in Maine is over. Renters cannot book a car with an expired, suspended, invalid, or revoked license.

What are the rules for driving in Maine?

Under no circumstances should you operate rental cars in Maine while drunk, without a driver's license, or with an expired license. All travelers must wear seatbelts in your passenger van rental, and children under eight must be secured in age and weight-appropriate booster seats. You are required to adjust your driving speed according to current road conditions, adverse weather, the flow of traffic, and the posted speed limits, which is 45mph on public roads and 75mph on highways. We highly recommend that you consult with the Department of Motor Vehicles to determine recent law changes before driving your luxury car rental in Maine.

What type of car is recommended for driving in Maine?

The most preferred rental cars in Maine are economy car rentals because of their affordability and ability to maneuver crowded streets and cramped parking spaces. Depending on your reasons for visiting Maine, there are numerous car rental locations with fleets of different vehicle models for your choosing. For example, vacationers, families, or partygoers can drive to Bangor, Crescent Beach, or go skiing in Sunday River and Sugarloaf Mountains in an SUV. While those on business can command some respect in luxury car rentals like a Ford Mustang. Environmentally-conscious travelers can opt for electric car rentals, as Maine has over 30 fast-charging stations across the state.

What is the cheapest rental car found in Maine?

In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $71/day when booking a rental car in Maine. The best deal a user found was for $27/day from Surprise Agency, booked on Sep. 24.

What car rental company is typically the cheapest in Maine?

According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Maine from the following companies over the past two weeks: Alamo ($27/day), Enterprise Rent-A-Car ($36/day), and Dollar ($47/day).

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

Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Super Cheap (10.0 rating), Signature Rent A Car (10.0 rating) and Priceless (9.2 rating) seem to be the best rental car companies in Maine.

What are gas prices like in Maine?

The average gas price in Maine is $4.16/gallon over the past month, costing you anywhere between $50 and $72 to fill up a car’s gas tank.

How much does it cost to rent a car in Maine for a week from Alamo?

Alamo offers rental cars in Maine for about $556 per week on average.

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

Booking early can save you upwards 28% on your rental. Booking your vehicle at least 7 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Maine.

Can I rent a car for a month in Maine?

Typically how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Maine however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

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

Surprise Agency currently has the lowest price available for a month-long booking. Users have saved up to 70% compared to the average price of a 30-day rental in Maine. Typically, a monthly car rental in Maine can be found for $2,385. You can find car rental deals to be on average $79 a day.

Small car rentals in Maine

Search more Maine car rental deals like the ones below from popular area providers and save on gas mileage.

Luxury car rentals in Maine

Arrive in style when you rent a luxury car in Maine from the best rental car providers in the country.
These are some of the best deals we've detected on luxury car rentals in Maine, including options near Portland, Lewiston and Brunswick. If you don't see a deal that suits you, return soon as new offers are always being added.

Van rentals in Maine

Some people need a little more room to get around comfortably on vacation. Find deals like the ones below for Maine van rentals.
Check out some of the deals we've found for van rentals in the Maine region, including pickup options close to Portland, Lewiston and Brunswick. We're constantly updating these deals so check back soon if you don't find what you're looking for.
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