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Gainesville car hire

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KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Gainesville

  • Whether you’ve come to see a game of the Florida Gators in the Ben Hill Griffin Stadium, to visit the many golf courses dotting the city, or to check out museums and art, with a hire car you can easily reach any destination stress-free and on your own terms. Gainesville is also a great base for day trips to Newnans Lake or the Paynes Prairie Preserve, which are 10 and 15 minutes away by car, respectively.
  • Travelers arriving at Gainesville Regional Airport can rent a car directly from the airport facilities. Internationally renowned agencies like Avis, Alamo, and Hertz have onsite service desks and make it easy to start your time in Gainesville stress-free. When leaving the airport, head to NE State Road 24 to reach the city center in less than 10 minutes.
  • Drunk driving is an absolute no-go in Florida and the state has one of the toughest drunk driving controls and enforcements in the US. The legal alcohol limit lies at 0.08 BAC, so it is important to always make sure you don’t drink over the limit and drive. Also be aware that many intersections have red light cameras and hefty fines can be issued if you run a red light.
  • In order to experience a hassle-free driving experience in Gainesville, it is worth avoiding the roads at certain times of the day. During weekdays, rush hours increase traffic between 7 and 9 am and 5 and 8 pm. If there is a football game on the weekend, traffic can also dramatically increase around the Ben Griffin Stadium.
  • Book your rental car in Gainesville at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Compact rental cars in Gainesville are around 47% cheaper than other car types, on average

Gainesville car rental experiences: the best tips from KAYAK users

Insights shared by verified travelers who rented a car in Gainesville 
Verified travelerAug 2023
Rent a car in the airport is the best option
Verified travelerAug 2023
It’s a small airport so you don’t have to stress
Juan JAug 2023
The airport location has the most variety of vehicles

FAQs about renting a car in Gainesville

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

    As Florida is the sun-kissed state, travelers who want to make the most of their time should consider renting a convertible. A compact car is also a wise choice to make when driving through the city, as finding a parking spot or maneuvering through the unfamiliar streets becomes invariably easier.

  • What’s the speed limit in Gainesville?

    Do not go faster than 30 mph within the city limits of Gainesville unless otherwise posted. Outside the city, the usual regulated speed limit is 50 mph and 70 mph on freeways. It is important to check ground markings and posted speed limit signs and to adapt your speed to traffic, weather, and road conditions.

  • Where are the best places to park in Gainesville?

    There are various options for finding parking spaces in Gainesville. There is some free on-street parking which is time restricted as well as metered on-street parking. Parking garages like the SW Downton garage are plonked amidst many attractions and cost about $1 per hour, and long-term parking is also available. Parking lots like the lot on 2nd Avenue or on Main Street are other good alternatives with hourly rates from $0.25 upwards.

  • How much is the price of fuel in Gainesville?

    The average price of fuel in Gainesville is S$ 4.91 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between S$ 59 and S$ 78, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular car hire in Gainesville?

    Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Gainesville.

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

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

  • How much does a Compact car rental cost in Gainesville?

    A Compact car rental in Gainesville costs S$ 47 per day, on average.

  • How much does an Economy car rental cost in Gainesville?

    An Economy car rental in Gainesville costs S$ 50 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Special car rental cost in Gainesville?

    A Special car rental in Gainesville costs S$ 53 per day, on average.

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

Budget

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.3

Value for money

7.0

2 locations in Gainesville

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Locations in Gainesville

1714 Sw 34th St

+1 352 335 0940

Monday07:30 - 18:00
Tuesday07:30 - 18:00
Wednesday07:30 - 18:00
Thursday07:30 - 18:00
Friday07:30 - 18:00
Saturday08:00 - 15:00
Sunday08:00 - 15:00

3400 Northeast 39th Avenue

+1 352 373 3959

Monday09:00 - 22:00
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2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Jul 2024

People carrier

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After making plans, the place called me that the vehicle wasn't available. I had to make other arrangements. I wasn't happy.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Apr 2024

People carrier

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The staff at the Hilton office in Gainesville were helpful and the drop off in DC went well. Nice to pick up and drop off without going to airports.

8.0 Very Good

Anonymous, Mar 2024

Intermediate

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I stood in line about a half hour waiting to get the car Saturday morning. . The ride was a bit rough (the Altima had 60k miles on it). But it served its purpose. The employees at pickup and drop off were nice. The girl at drop off in Daytona was particularly kind.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jan 2024

Full-size

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Everything was fine!

4.0 Mediocre

Alex, Oct 2023

Supplier choice

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Very friendly customer service at pickup- car had a maintenance light on & cruise control didn’t work

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Sept 2023

Full-size

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Ok, no problem

1 out of 9

Hertz

8.3

Best rated

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.3

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.3

Value for money

7.9

2 locations in Gainesville

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3620 N. Main Street

+1 352 376 3123

Monday08:00 - 15:00
Tuesday08:00 - 15:00
Wednesday08:00 - 15:00
Thursday08:00 - 15:00
Friday08:00 - 15:00
Saturday09:00 - 22:00

3880 Ne 39th Ave Ste F

+1 352 373 8444

Monday09:00 - 22:00
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4.0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Jun 2024

Compact

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Dirty car, charged for 3 days when 2 days and a few hours, charged extra beyond what I paid kayak

10.0 Wonderful

Brent, Nov 2021

KAYAK
No issues. Did a pick up and drop off with two different locations 5 hours apart. Very smooth and Hertz has always been easy. Defiantly check the off airport sites for cheaper rates

8.0 Very Good

Anonymous, Apr 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

Everything was fine except they close at noon on Sat and didn't let us know until I called to confirm. We had high anxiety to get there on time. There were many people that didn't get their car. Thank God I callef.

10.0 Wonderful

Bobby, Apr 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

The staff is amazing! Great bunch! They always make it very hassle free at this location!!!

Cons:

Absolutely nothing.

4.0 Mediocre

Misha, Mar 2021

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Pros:

Overall unhappy

Cons:

The suv we reserved was not available no one called us beforhand paid the price of a suv for a car, car was not cleaned at all customer service was not good

6.0 Okay

Anonymous, Sept 2020

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Cons:

I almost lost on a car, because I wasn't within the hour, but didn't get a cal. Every other car rental calls as a courtecy.

1 out of 5

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.2

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.5

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.1

Value for money

8.2

4 locations in Gainesville

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3423 Sw Williston Rd

+1 352 371 7141

Monday07:30 - 18:00
Tuesday07:30 - 18:00
Wednesday07:30 - 18:00
Thursday07:30 - 18:00
Friday07:30 - 18:00
Saturday09:00 - 22:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

3880 N E 39th Avenue

+1 833 679 2053

Monday08:00 - 15:00
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410 Nw 39th Avenue Suite B

+1 352 371 6599

Monday07:30 - 18:00
Tuesday07:30 - 18:00
Wednesday07:30 - 18:00
Thursday07:30 - 18:00
Friday07:30 - 18:00
Saturday09:00 - 22:00
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730 W University Ave

+1 352 336 3390

Monday07:30 - 18:00
Tuesday07:30 - 18:00
Wednesday07:30 - 18:00
Thursday07:30 - 18:00
Friday07:30 - 18:00
Saturday09:00 - 22:00
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10.0 Wonderful

Mike, Jul 2024

Intermediate SUV

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Enterprise was able to rent me a car with everything I needed in it over a very busy weekend. The employees were understanding and helpful. They did not price gouge me.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Apr 2024

Compact SUV

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When I arrived, they did not honor the reservation. They didn’t have a car for me.

10.0 Wonderful

Vanessa, Apr 2024

People carrier

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Everyone was friendly and personable. I didn’t have to wait long for the car and it was easy to return to the vehicle.

10.0 Wonderful

Arnett, Nov 2020

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Pros:

Yes

Cons:

Nothing

10.0 Wonderful

Marc, Jun 2023

Economy

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Good service.

2.0 Poor

Caleb, Apr 2023

Standard

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Got to the business wand was informed they don’t have any cars to rent out l

1 out of 3

Alamo

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.4

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.5

Value for money

7.8

One location in Gainesville

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3880 Ne 39th Ave Ste G

+1 844 841 7825

Monday08:00 - 15:00
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2.0 Poor

Anonymous, May 2022

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I went to pick up my car and both cards got declined. I called the bank and they had put a hold because it was in Florida and I'm in Texas. I forgot to tell them I was traveling. They lifted the hold and then Alamo tells me they can't rent me a car because they have a two decline rule. Another person on the same flight had a rental at noon but our flight got in at 5:30..(She reserved the car before she made her flight reservation). They guy tells her we only hold cars for an hour so we don't have a car for you. I said, sure you do. Since I can't have my car you can give her mine. He said that's not how it works. We ended up having to Uber to Ocala. I called Alamo corporate and was told I would get a call back. Been a week. Crickets.....Don't use Alamo.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Sept 2021

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Nice car. Easy in and out. Reasonable price.

1 out of 1

Avis

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.8

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.6

Value for money

5.7

2 locations in Gainesville

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1714 Sw 34th St

+1 352 371 2424

Monday07:30 - 18:00
Tuesday07:30 - 18:00
Wednesday07:30 - 18:00
Thursday07:30 - 18:00
Friday07:30 - 18:00
Saturday08:00 - 15:00
Sunday08:00 - 15:00

3880 N.E. 39th Avenue Suite E

+1 352 375 4326

Monday09:00 - 22:00
Tuesday09:00 - 22:00
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Thursday09:00 - 22:00
Friday09:00 - 22:00
Saturday09:00 - 22:00
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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Nov 2023

Supplier choice

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Good price and car was clean and efficient in gas consumption

4.0 Mediocre

Alex, Apr 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

Long line to rent, car smelled like pee

6.4 Okay

Megan, Jan 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff was unfriendly at drop off. She was so unwelcoming it makes me not want to rent from you all

Cons:

The rate for adding on days at the counter

6.0 Okay

S.B., Apr 2023

Intermediate

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We had to cancel our reservation and did so without issue.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Apr 2023

Economy

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great car,good gas mileage

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Nov 2022

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Unprofessional and rude. Sticky note on the counter “closed til noon” for our 8am pickup. Was not notified of this prior. On the list of companies I’ll never use again and will implore others to never use either.

1 out of 4

Dollar

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

6.5

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.5

Value for money

5.2

2 locations in Gainesville

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3620 N. Main Street

+1 352 376 3123

Monday08:00 - 15:00
Tuesday08:00 - 15:00
Wednesday08:00 - 15:00
Thursday08:00 - 15:00
Friday08:00 - 15:00
Saturday09:00 - 22:00

3880 Northeast 39th Avenue

+1 866 434 2226

Monday09:00 - 22:00
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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Feb 2024

People carrier

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Staff are accommodating and very helpful

4.0 Mediocre

Jose, Jun 2023

Full-size

KAYAK
They need to be more accurate when stating the fuel amount in vehicle. Car had a quarter tank when picked up and now they are charging me for a full tank. I took photos of reading at pick up and drop off and matter remains unresolved.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, May 2023

Standard

KAYAK
Those robots are the worst. Why can’t I just call a human. Also adding a day is the dumbest possible system.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Jun 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

No one was working at the counter even though I had a reservation. After waiting 20 minutes I went to enterprise and rented a vehicle from them

1 out of 2

National

5.6

Fair

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

8.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

2.0

Value for money

6.0

One location in Gainesville

Locations in Gainesville

3880 Ne 39th Ave

+1 844 841 7826

Monday08:00 - 15:00
Tuesday08:00 - 15:00
Wednesday08:00 - 15:00
Thursday08:00 - 15:00
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Thrifty

6.0

Okay

2 locations in Gainesville

Locations in Gainesville

3620 N. Main Street

+1 352 376 3123

Monday08:00 - 15:00
Tuesday08:00 - 15:00
Wednesday08:00 - 15:00
Thursday08:00 - 15:00
Friday08:00 - 15:00
Saturday09:00 - 22:00

603 Southwest 10th Street,suite 107

(352) 622-9980

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AutoEurope

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One location in Gainesville

Locations in Gainesville

Gainesville Regional Airport

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Florida Van Rentals

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One location in Gainesville

Locations in Gainesville

3880 Northeast 39th Avenue

+1 407 438 8010

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Sunnycars

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One location in Gainesville

Locations in Gainesville

3880 Ne 39Th Ave Ste G

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One location in Gainesville

Locations in Gainesville

3880 Ne 39Th Ave Ste G, Gainesville, , USA Florida

+1 914 368 0091

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106 travellers who rented a car in Gainesville gave the car agency they used an average rating of 6.1

Car hire locations in or near Gainesville

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Most popular car type

Compact

When to book a car hire in Gainesville

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Gainesville car hire information

Pick-up locationGainesville
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Hire locations20
Airport locations11