Wausau car hire

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Cheap car hire in Wausau

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Most popular car type

Standard

When to book a car hire in Wausau

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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Wausau

  • Renting a car in Wausau is a great decision as it allows travelers to explore the city and its surroundings fully. With a rental car, you can explore all the parts of the city and the countryside. There are unlimited sights to see, lakes to enjoy, and campgrounds that you would otherwise be excluded from if you only relied on public transportation or walking. Travelers passionate about nature can visit Iron Mountain about 97 miles northeast of Wausau with hiking trails where they can hike and enjoy the forest environment. Campers can cruise to campgrounds including Deer Lake SF Campground, Peavy Pond Site 27-WEPCO, and Summer Breeze Campground, all located about 100 miles northeast of Wausau.
  • There are several airports where travelers can access Wausau car rentals, and onsite and offsite counters are available. If you land through Green Bay Austin-Straubel Airport, find the onsite car rental center in Terminal 2. If you land at Appleton Outagamie County Airport, the best location to pick up a rental car is in the rental car center directly beside the main Terminal. At Eau Claire Airport, you will find onsite and offsite counters for car rentals in Wausau. Wausau Central Wisconsin Airport has its car rental counters in the terminal lobby.
  • Driving in Wausau is simple; look for street signs and follow them around the city to avoid fines and traffic violations. In Wausau, several bicyclists and people using electric personal assistive mobility devices are allowed to use the same travel lane as vehicles. Give them plenty of space and ensure they have a full view of oncoming traffic when overtaking. Drivers must yield the right-of-way to pedestrians crossing between parked cars or stopped vehicles at a crosswalk or intersection where there is no traffic control signal.
  • With car rentals in Wausau, expect to encounter heavy traffic during rush hours. The morning rush hour starts from 6:00 – 9:00 am and the afternoon rush hour starts from 4:00 – 6:30 pm During these times, traffic is usually very congested and busy. Some roads take sharp turns from one lane to the other, making it hard to maneuver your vehicle through the streets. Some of these roads are located in the downtown area including Wisconsin Street, Lincoln Street, Division Street, and Grant Street which are very narrow and busy during rush hours and on weekends due to their location near Wausau Riverwalk Trail & Central Waterfront Business District.
  • Book your car hire in Wausau at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Full-size hire cars in Wausau are around 53% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about car hire in Wausau

  • How much is the price of fuel in Wausau?

    The average price of fuel in Wausau is £2.54 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between £30 and £41, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular car hire in Wausau?

    Standard (Ford Edge or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Wausau.

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

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

  • How much does a Standard car hire cost in Wausau?

    A Standard car hire in Wausau costs £43 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Luxury car hire cost in Wausau?

    A Luxury car hire in Wausau costs £80 per day, on average.

  • How much does an Intermediate car hire cost in Wausau?

    An Intermediate car hire in Wausau costs £85 per day, on average.

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

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

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

    Standard is the most popular car offered at car rentals in Wausau. Standard is recommended for travelers since it has several advantageous features including a small engine that is fuel efficient, a roomy interior, and a smooth ride. They also provide extra comfort, safety, convenience, and an anti-lock braking system which is great for emergency braking when you have to stop abruptly.

  • What’s the speed limit in Wausau?

    In Wisconsin State, the maximum speed that any driver traveling its roadways must follow is demarcated by the traffic laws and applicable everywhere including Wausau. When driving around school zones, public parks, and children's play areas, maintain a speed limit of 15 mph. A speed limit of 25 mph is designated for business districts and service roads. When you take highways labeled rustic roads, go up to 45 mph. Interstates and rural freeways have a speed of 70 mph while urban freeways and divided roads have a speed limit of 65 mph.

  • Where are the best places to park in Wausau?

    In Wausau, parking is provided by the city’s public parking facilities with minimal charges including Wausau Parking Department on 407 Grant St. in City Hall Park. In addition to the city’s parking lots, you can use private parking facilities such as Lot 7 on 144 Washington St. and Lot 18 on 200 US-51 BUS in Third Street Lifestyle Center.  

Wausau car hire reviews and directory

 
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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

10.0

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

2 locations in Wausau

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Locations in Wausau

100 Cwa Dr

+1 715 693 1240

Monday11:00 - 22:00
Tuesday11:00 - 22:00
Wednesday11:00 - 22:00
Thursday11:00 - 22:00
Friday11:00 - 22:00
Saturday12:00 - 19:00
Sunday11:00 - 22:00

2210 Sherman Street

+1 715 848 8799

Monday08:00 - 17:30
Tuesday08:00 - 17:30
Wednesday08:00 - 17:30
Thursday08:00 - 17:30
Friday08:00 - 17:30
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Apr 2024

Intermediate

KAYAK
Sean at the Wauasau, WI airport was so helpful. We had car trouble on our way home from my Dad's funeral and he was very professional, showed compassion and got us back on the road with a rental. Really impressed.

1 out of 2

Easirent

4.6

Mediocre

One location in Wausau

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Locations in Wausau

Wausau Municipal Airport

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Budget

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151 Cwa Drive Suite 120

+1 715 693 6991

Monday09:00 - 12:00
Tuesday09:00 - 12:00
Wednesday09:00 - 12:00
Thursday09:00 - 12:00
Friday09:00 - 12:00
Saturday19:30 - 21:1512:30 - 16:00
Sunday20:30 - 22:3012:30 - 16:00

2505 Stewart Avenue

+1 715 843 4050

Monday13:30 - 17:0008:00 - 17:30
Tuesday08:00 - 17:3013:30 - 17:00
Wednesday13:30 - 17:0008:00 - 17:30
Thursday08:00 - 17:3013:30 - 17:00
Friday13:30 - 17:0008:00 - 17:30
Saturday09:00 - 12:00

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2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Mar 2025

Full-size SUV

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Very bad

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Mar 2024

People carrier

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Very easy pick up and drop off.

1 out of 1

Alamo

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One location in Wausau

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151 Cwa Dr

+1 715 693 3430

Monday11:00 - 22:00
Tuesday11:00 - 22:00
Wednesday11:00 - 22:00
Thursday11:00 - 22:00
Friday11:00 - 22:00
Saturday12:00 - 19:00
Sunday11:00 - 22:00

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9.6 Wonderful

Lisa, Nov 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff was very helpful and friendly and yes, pick up/drop off was great. It’s nice that they were open after the last flight came in and that the desk was at the airport vs offsite

Cons:

I haven’t received my receipt by email yet. It’s been 24 hours since drop off. I really need my recipes so I can turn it in for reimbursement for work. With AVIS, they email my receipt immediately so it doesn’t slow down me getting paid. But I was happy with everything else

7.6 Good

CHERYL, Oct 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff was friendly and helpful.

Cons:

Kiosk was closed when we arrived to pick up car. Kiosk hours should be provided when reservation is made so travelers can plan accordingly.

8.0 Very Good

Anonymous, Sept 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff very helpful

1 out of 2

Avis

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One location in Wausau

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151 Cwa Drive Suite 120

+1 715 693 3025

Monday09:00 - 12:00
Tuesday09:00 - 12:00
Wednesday09:00 - 12:00
Thursday09:00 - 12:00
Friday09:00 - 12:00
Saturday19:30 - 21:1512:30 - 16:00
Sunday12:30 - 16:0020:30 - 22:30

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10.0 Wonderful

Mike, Dec 2023

Intermediate

KAYAK
The women helping me at the desk, pickup and return were both super friendly and helpful.

4.0 Mediocre

Anonymous, May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

The car was mostly clean.

Cons:

Any and all. The rental associate sounded like a used car salesman trying to nickel and dime you. I got inaudible sounds and shoulder shrugs when I didn’t take the “bumper to bumper” coverage, an extra $68/day. The first car I spend 10 minutes packing and installing a car seat sounded like I was dragging a bumper when I applied the brakes. The same associate told me it was because it sat for a week. I told her I’m not trusting my family to a car that has brakes that sound that bad. Car was changed and again she couldn’t help herself, “you could upgrade for another $258”. This was hands down the worst rental car experience. I felt like I was being set up and robbed all at the same time.

1 out of 2

Hertz

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One location in Wausau

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151 Cwa Dr. Suite 117

+1 715 693 0017

Monday08:00 - 17:30
Tuesday08:00 - 17:30
Wednesday08:00 - 17:30
Thursday08:00 - 17:30
Friday08:00 - 17:30
Sunday08:00 - 17:30

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2.0 Poor

Jereme, Jul 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

The CWA hertz location has different hours then what is posted delaying the pickup. The pickup over all had be to canceled because contrary to hertz website and offical agreement i read over, this location would not rent to me because at this location the minimum rent age is 21. It is not posted anywhere:(. Never again.....

1 out of 1

National

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One location in Wausau

Locations in Wausau

151 Cwa Dr

+1 715 693 3430

Monday11:00 - 22:00
Tuesday11:00 - 22:00
Wednesday11:00 - 22:00
Thursday11:00 - 22:00
Friday11:00 - 22:00
Saturday12:00 - 19:00
Sunday11:00 - 22:00

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Locations in Wausau

Mosinee Central Wisconsin Airport (CWA) Airport location - 151 Cwa Dr 113 Mosinee, WI US

+1 914 368 0091

Monday11:00 - 22:00
Tuesday14:00 - 21:30
Wednesday14:00 - 21:30
Thursday11:00 - 22:00
Friday11:00 - 22:00
Saturday14:00 - 21:30
Sunday14:00 - 21:30

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One traveller who hired a car in Wausau gave the car agency they used an average rating of 4.6

Car hire locations in or near Wausau

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Car hire insurance in Wausau

Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) & Theft Protection Waiver

Some Wausau 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 Wausau.

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 Wausau car hire.

Wausau car hire information

Pick-up locationWausau
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