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Cheap Car Rentals in State College from $39

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State College car rentals in 2024

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

Most popular company

BUDGET

Price of gas per gallon

$3.63

Average price per day

$71

Cheapest price per day

$39

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in State College?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in State College 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

$62

February

$62

March

$54

April

$58

May

$76

June

$66

July

$73

August

$60

September

$54

October

$55

November

$58

December

$64

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in State College is March. The most expensive time to rent a car is May. 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 State College

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in State College 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

$56 - $102

All Car Types

$64 - $131

To rent a small car in State College, the United States, you would pay an average price of $73/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a small car in State College, the United States (~$56/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~$102/day). In fact, February is about 25% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for State College. When comparing with other car types available for rental in State College, renting a small car saves you 15% 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 State College small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in State College, the United States, you would pay an average price of $87/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in State College, the United States (~$56/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~$155/day). In fact, September is about 36% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for State College. When comparing with other car types available for rental in State College, renting a medium car is 0% 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 State College medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a large car in State College, the United States, you would pay an average price of $88/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a large car in State College, the United States (~$73/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~$107/day). In fact, January is about 18% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car rental for State College. When comparing with other car types available for rental in State College, renting a large car 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 State College large car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a SUV in State College, the United States, you would pay an average price of $111/day. February is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in State College, the United States (~$62/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is July (~$187/day). In fact, February is about 45% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for State College. When comparing with other car types available for rental in State College, renting a SUV is 22% 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 State College SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a van in State College, the United States, you would pay an average price of $111/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a van in State College, the United States (~$80/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is August (~$152/day). In fact, January is about 28% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for State College. When comparing with other car types available for rental in State College, renting a van is 22% 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 State College van rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a luxury car in State College, the United States, you would pay an average price of $115/day. April is the cheapest month to rent a luxury car in State College, the United States (~$76/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is June (~$171/day). In fact, April is about 34% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car rental for State College. When comparing with other car types available for rental in State College, renting a luxury car is 25% 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.

Kia Rio$39/day
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Mitsubishi Mirage$42/day
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Top rental agencies in State College

Explore the leading car rental agencies in State College known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in State College. Reviews were last updated on March 19, 2024.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top rental car agencies serving State College, such as National, Avis and Payless. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a rental car agency.

National

1 location

Avis

8.4
Very good
19 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

8.4

Payless

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

8.0

Budget

6.3
Okay
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.4

Value

6.1

Alamo

5.9
Fair
20 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.3

Comfort

5.9

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

5.9

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

5.8
Fair
11 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.7

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

5.5

Value

5.5

Hertz

5.5
Fair
12 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6.1

Comfort

6.1

Overall

5.6

Pick-up/drop-off

5.3

Value

5.3

Easirent

1 location

Best State College car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in State College. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in State College with an average daily rate of $48. Data was last updated on March 19, 2024.
These are the best deals we've found on rentals cars in State College. Double check the details of your car rental reservation before booking to ensure no unwanted surprises.
Kia Rio$39/day
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Kia Rio
Nissan Altima$39/day
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Nissan Altima
Nissan Versa$42/day
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Nissan Versa

Car rental FAQs

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

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $71/day when booking a rental car in State College. The best deal a user found was for $47/day from Alamo, booked on Mar. 17.

  • What car rental company is typically the cheapest in State College?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in State College from the following companies over the past two weeks: Budget ($39/day), Alamo ($42/day), and Turo ($43/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Avis (8.4 rating), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7.0 rating) and Alamo (5.9 rating) seem to be the best rental car companies in State College.

  • What are gas prices like in State College?

    The average gas price in State College 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 State College for a week from Budget?

    From Budget you can rent a car in State College from about $393 per week on average.

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

    Our data suggests that booking early can save you up to 58% on a rental car in State College. Take advantage of a below-average prices by booking at least 74 days prior to your desired date.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in State College?

    Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in State College.

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

    Alamo currently has the lowest price available for a month-long booking. Users have saved up to 34% compared to the average price of a 30-day rental in State College. Typically, a monthly car rental in State College can be found for $1,683. You can find car rental deals to be on average $56 a day.

  • How much is a car rental in State College for a weekend?

    For a weekend car rental in State College, you can expect the average price to be around $67. Usually a Compact rental in State College 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 Compact for April, it will cost approximately $72 per day.

  • What car do most people rent in State College?

    The most popular car to rent while in State College is the Ford Fiesta, which is a Economy vehicle.

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Luxury car rentals in State College

Find luxury car rental deals in State College from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car rentals in State College cost an average of $89 per day. Price data was last updated on March 19, 2024.
Check out some of the best deals we've found on luxury car rentals in the State College area. Double check the dates, pricing, and other key information of your reservation to make sure they're correct before proceeding.
Chrysler 300$57/day
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Chrysler 300
Chrysler 300$57/day
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Chrysler 300
Cadillac ATS$64/day
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Cadillac ATS

Van rentals in State College

Find van rental deals in State College from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van rentals in State College cost an average of $78 per day. Price data was last updated on March 19, 2024.
Have a look at some of the best options for renting a car in State College we've found at this time. To provide you with as many options as possible, we're constantly adding new deals so check back soon if you're not finding the one right for you.
Chrysler Town & Country$43/day
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Chrysler Town & Country
Chrysler Town & Country$45/day
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Chrysler Town & Country
Chrysler Town & Country$45/day
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Chrysler Town & Country

Car rentals by fuel type in State College

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

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in State College. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest ($49+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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