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Cheap car hire in Erie

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KAYAK’s insights & trends for Erie car hire

Check out the latest trends and booking tips to hire a car in Erie with confidence.

How far in advance should you book car hire in Erie?

You should book your car hire in Erie around 70 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Erie?

In the past 72 hours, the cheapest hire cars were found at Enterprise Rent-A-Car (£48.80/day), Budget (£53.54/day), and National (£62.50/day). The cheapest car hire price was found at Enterprise Rent-A-Car 2507 State St (1.3 mi from city centre).

What is the most popular car to hire in Erie?

Hires in the Luxury category (BMW X5 or similar) are the most popular option in Erie, costing £88/day on average. Some users have found deals as low as £71/day.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Erie?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Erie is January at an average cost of £57/day. July is the most expensive month to hire a car in Erie when prices are £67/day on average, which tends to be 17% above the yearly average hire price for Erie.

Which car hire company in Erie has the most locations?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car operates 4 locations in Erie, more than any other car hire company.

Erie car hire price comparison by vehicle type

Find the right car hire in Erie by comparing prices across vehicle types.

Small cars

£46 - £65

All Car Types

£60 - £75

How much does it cost to hire a small car in Erie?

How much does it cost to hire a medium car in Erie?

How much does it cost to hire a large car in Erie?

How much does it cost to hire an SUV in Erie?

How much does it cost to hire a van in Erie?

How much does it cost to hire a pickup truck in Erie?

How much does it cost to hire a luxury car in Erie?

Small car hire in Erie typically costs around £53 per day. The best time to book is February, when prices average £46 per day, which is about 14% less than the yearly average. Small cars are usually 23% cheaper than the average car hire in Erie, making them ideal for budget-conscious travellers.

Medium car hire in Erie typically costs around £60 per day. The best time to book is April, when prices average £52 per day, which is about 14% less than the yearly average. Medium cars are usually 12% cheaper than the average car hire in Erie, offering a good balance of space and value.

Large car hire in Erie typically cost around £62 per day. The best time to book is April, when prices average £54 per day, which is about 13% less than the yearly average. Large cars can be 9% cheaper than the average car hire in Erie, offering more comfort for longer trips at a reasonable price.

SUV hire in Erie typically costs around £75 per day. The best time to book is April, when prices average £62 per day, which is about 18% less than the yearly average. SUVs are typically 10% more expensive than the average car hire in Erie but provide extra space and capability for groups or road trips.

Van hire in Erie typically costs around £91 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average £71 per day, which is about 22% less than the yearly average. Vans are typically 26% more expensive than the average car hire in Erie but are the best choice for families or groups needing maximum passenger capacity.

Pickup truck hire in Erie typically costs around £59 per day. The best time to book is September, when prices average £46 per day, which is about 23% less than the yearly average. Pickup trucks are 14% cheaper than the average car hire in Erie, making them a practical choice for hauling gear or outdoor adventures.

Luxury car hire in Erie typically costs around £80 per day. The best time to book is April, when prices average £68 per day, which is about 15% less than the yearly average. Luxury cars are typically 15% more expensive than the average car hire in Erie but deliver premium comfort and style for special occasions.

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Average price

Good deal

Budget
Small
£36/day
£31/day

KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Erie

  • Erie Metropolitan Transit Authority (EMT) manages the city’s transit buses, the downtown circulator, and the Bayliner Trolley that you can use to get around the city cheaply. Like in any other city, EMT facilities have the limitation of pre-decided routes and schedules that Erie car rentals help you break free from. Besides enjoying a luxury experience with car rentals in Erie, you’ll be able to explore the city as you wish. For instance, renting a car will allow you to visit key sites, such as the Erie Zoo, Presque Isle State Park, Asbury Woods, among other places within and further from the city. You can also rush to urgent meetings and take impromptu detours without the added stress of waiting to catch a certain bus and finding your way around the city on foot.
  • Erie International Airport is six miles from the central business district of Erie. For convenience, the car rental center is located on the airport’s premises. There are various Erie car rentals in the rental center, including Avis, Enterprise, Alamo, Budget, Hertz, Easirent, National, and Sunnycars. The rental representatives can be found at the counters near the boarding gate, where you’ll be given the rental car’s keys and proceed to pick the car at the baggage claim area. The aforementioned rental companies also provide shuttle buses that’ll pick you up at the terminal and take you to nearby off-airport locations.
  • Erie is common with jaywalking and cyclists who aren’t keen on following traffic rules, so be cautious when driving around. To maintain highway safety, the Department of Transport responsible for the city roads may restrict vehicles from using certain roads or temporally lower speed limits due to winter conditions. Always be vigilant for such restrictions. It’s challenging to drive in the winter, as the roads tend to be slippery and with limited visibility. When driving in such conditions, give trailers space, drive slowly, and pay attention to people.
  • During a normal workweek, rush hour in Erie begins at around 6:30am and peaks from around 7:30am to 8am. Congestion starts clearing slowly, and the traffic starts moving normally at around 8:30am. It then slows down again at around 5pm, comes to a standstill at around 6pm, starts moving by around 7pm, and clears around 7:30pm. To avoid wasting an hour or so in the traffic, leave earlier or wait until the traffic congestion clears after the peak hours. Avoid Interstate 90, the 1-79, and the freeways altogether during rush hours.
  • 25% of our users found a car hire in Erie for £31 or less
  • Medium hire cars in Erie are around 36% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about car hire in Erie

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

    Car rentals in Erie provide perfect ways to explore Erie. If you’re driving alone in the CDB, a compact or mid-range car will be just fine. If you want to travel and explore further away from the town, say, travel to places like Lake Erie, you may want to choose a 4WD vehicle.

  • What’s the speed limit in Erie?

    Unless posted otherwise, drive below 25mph in nearly all Erie’s streets. For freeways and interstates under the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, the speed limits keep changing from place to place and at times temporarily lowered due to adverse winter weather conditions. For example, during winter, the speed limit of some portion of Interstates 79 and 80 may be dropped to 45mph.

  • Where are the best places to park in Erie?

    Parking in Erie is hassle-free, and the charges are more reasonable. Erie Parking Authority manages all on-street maters, which are about 1400 distributed across the city. Costs range from around $0.25/20min to $0.25/h depending on location, further from the CBD being cheaper. The parking meters are programmed to accept either the American quarters or tokens. If they malfunction, you can pay online using a mobile application, MeterEZ.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Erie?

    On average a car hire in Erie costs £36 per day.

  • Which car hire agencies are at Erie airport (ERI)?

    The only car hire company onsite at Erie airport is Budget.

  • Which car hire companies will pick you up at Erie airport (ERI)?

    The only car hire company that offers shuttle or pick-up services from Erie airport to off-airport locations is Budget.

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

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

  • How much does a Small car hire cost in Erie?

    A Small car hire in Erie costs £102 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Medium car hire cost in Erie?

    A Medium car hire in Erie costs £70 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Large car hire cost in Erie?

    A Large car hire in Erie costs £63 per day, on average.

  • Should I get insurance when hiring a car in Erie?

    Most car hire providers in Erie offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car hire in Erie, check out KAYAK's car hire insurance guide.

Erie car hire reviews and directory

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

Hertz

9.3

Wonderful

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.6

Value for money

8.6

One location in Erie

Locations in Erie

4411 W. 12th Street

+1 814 838 9691

Monday10:00 - 18:00
Tuesday10:00 - 18:00
Wednesday10:00 - 18:00
Thursday10:00 - 18:00
Friday10:00 - 18:00
Saturday11:00 - 12:00
Sunday11:00 - 12:00

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10.0 Wonderful

Susan, May 2024

Compact

KAYAK
It reeked with the smell of marijuana when I picked it up. That lasted all day with the windows open. Even for a few days.

1 out of 1

Alamo

9.0

Wonderful

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

9.0

Value for money

9.0

One location in Erie

Locations in Erie

4411 W 12th St

+1 814 838 7739

Monday10:30 - 21:30
Tuesday10:30 - 21:30
Wednesday10:30 - 21:30
Thursday10:30 - 21:30
Friday10:30 - 21:30
Saturday20:00 - 21:3013:30 - 16:30
Sunday13:30 - 16:3020:00 - 21:30

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No reviews available

Budget

7.6

Good

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

7.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.6

Value for money

7.0

2 locations in Erie

Locations in Erie

4135 West 12th Street

+1 814 835 2374

Monday08:30 - 16:30
Tuesday08:30 - 16:30
Wednesday08:30 - 16:30
Thursday08:30 - 16:30
Friday08:30 - 16:30
Saturday08:30 - 12:00
Sunday09:00 - 12:00

4411 West 12th Street

+1 814 833 3414

Monday13:00 - 18:0023:00 - 23:45
Tuesday21:00 - 22:0013:00 - 18:00
Wednesday13:00 - 18:0021:00 - 22:00
Thursday13:00 - 18:0023:00 - 23:45
Friday23:00 - 23:4513:00 - 18:00
Saturday21:00 - 22:0013:00 - 18:00
Sunday13:00 - 18:0023:00 - 23:45

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4.0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Jun 2024

Standard SUV

KAYAK
Given a car with horrible perfume embedded in it and a leaky tire that had a nail in it. Had to delay trip after calling 800 number because they would only send roadside assistance after 7:30pm. Three thumbs down.

4.0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Sept 2022

KAYAK
I landed at Erie international in my private plane. I got a ride to the terminal. The Budget desk in the terminal was dark. I asked the adjacent rental desk attendant about where the Budget attendant might be and was told probably washing cars. I turned away and purple by chance saw a young woman hunched down behind the counter in the dark texting or playing a game on her phone. I got her attention. She was reluctant and sullen as I disturbed her. She said I didn’t have a reservation and she had no cars. I said I have my reservation number, she said my reservation was for the off site Budget rental dealer about 1/2 mile away. I had to walk there. As I arrived this same woman arrived at the Budget operation I had just walked to, driving a car. Not good customer service. She could have offered me a ride. She could have been more accommodating. The operation seems to be operating in survival mode. Will rent elsewhere on my next trip to Erie PA. Car was fine.

1 out of 4

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.1

Good

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

7.7

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.2

Value for money

6.5

4 locations in Erie

Locations in Erie

1101 Greengarden Blvd

+1 814 878 2913

Opening times not available

2507 State St

+1 814 459 8239

Monday07:30 - 17:30
Tuesday07:30 - 17:30
Wednesday07:30 - 17:30
Thursday07:30 - 17:30
Friday07:30 - 17:30
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday

4411 W 12th St

+1 814 833 1640

Monday10:30 - 21:30
Tuesday10:30 - 21:30
Wednesday10:30 - 21:30
Thursday10:30 - 21:30
Friday10:30 - 21:30
Saturday13:30 - 16:3020:00 - 21:30
Sunday13:30 - 16:3020:00 - 21:30

5759 Peach St

+1 814 864 6899

Monday07:30 - 17:30
Tuesday07:30 - 17:30
Wednesday07:30 - 17:30
Thursday07:30 - 17:30
Friday07:30 - 17:30
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday

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2.0 Poor

Wesley, Nov 2024

Intermediate

KAYAK
The car that was promised never materialized. I had to go to rent a wreck to get a car. Kayak confirmed my rental. Enterprise denied it

1 out of 1

Avis

5.5

Fair

Cleanliness

5.9

Comfort

5.9

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.7

Value for money

5.5

2 locations in Erie

Locations in Erie

4135 West 12th Street

+1 814 833 0329

Monday08:30 - 16:30
Tuesday08:30 - 16:30
Wednesday08:30 - 16:30
Thursday08:30 - 16:30
Friday08:30 - 16:30
Saturday08:30 - 12:00
Sunday09:00 - 12:00

4411 West 12th Street

+1 814 833 9870

Monday13:00 - 18:0023:00 - 23:45
Tuesday21:00 - 22:0013:00 - 18:00
Wednesday21:00 - 22:0013:00 - 18:00
Thursday23:00 - 23:4513:00 - 18:00
Friday13:00 - 18:0023:00 - 23:45
Saturday21:00 - 22:0013:00 - 18:00
Sunday23:00 - 23:4513:00 - 18:00

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6.0 Okay

Lesley, Dec 2023

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
The car was somewhat dirty with some trash. Had dirt on some of the seats.

6.0 Okay

Anonymous, Oct 2022

KAYAK
The service at Erie was excellent. The car smelled of smoke!

1 out of 1

National

8.5

Very Good

One location in Erie

Locations in Erie

4411 W 12th St

+1 814 833 1640

Monday10:30 - 17:3021:00 - 22:30
Tuesday20:00 - 21:3010:30 - 17:30
Wednesday20:00 - 21:3010:30 - 17:00
Thursday21:00 - 22:3010:30 - 17:00
Friday21:00 - 22:3010:30 - 17:00
Saturday20:00 - 21:3013:30 - 16:30
Sunday21:00 - 22:3013:30 - 16:30

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No reviews available

Easirent

4.5

Mediocre

Cleanliness

5.2

Comfort

5.3

Pick-up/Drop-off

4.5

Value for money

5.1

One location in Erie

Locations in Erie

Erie International Airport

Opening times not available

Filters

No reviews available

Rent-A-Wreck

No score available yet

One location in Erie

Locations in Erie

4340 West Ridge Road

+1 814 833 9941

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00
Saturday10:00 - 15:00

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No reviews available

Sunnycars

No score available yet

One location in Erie

Locations in Erie

4411 West 12th Str

Opening times not available

Filters

No reviews available

34 travellers who hired a car in Erie gave the car agency they used an average rating of 4.6

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Car hire insurance in Erie

Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) & Theft Protection Waiver

Some Erie car providers already include Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) and Theft Protection Waiver into the hire price but not all of them. We recommend being aware of your coverage when hiring a car in Erie.

Deductible

Keep in mind that car hire insurances often have a deductible clause, which is the amount you’ll have to pay if something happens during the time of your hire. If you want to avoid unwanted surprises, you should consider adding a non-deductible option to your Erie car hire.

Erie car hire information

Pick-up locationErie
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Hire locations14
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