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Cheap Car Hire in State College

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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 15 April 2025.

January

R1 381

February

R1 437

March

R1 475

April

R1 362

May

R1 456

June

R1 475

July

R1 778

August

R1 551

September

R1 437

October

R1 437

November

R1 551

December

R1 683

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in State College is April. 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.

Top rental agencies in State College

Explore the leading car hire agencies in State College known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in State College. Reviews were last updated on 15 April 2025.
Rent a vehicle with one of these top car hire agencies serving State College, such as Avis, National and Budget. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.

Avis

9,1
Wonderful
13 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9,2

Comfort

9,5

Overall

9,1

Pick-up/drop-off

9,0

Value

9,2

National

1 location

Budget

6,3
Okay
3 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7,0

Comfort

6,9

Overall

6,3

Pick-up/drop-off

6,7

Value

6,3

Payless

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

6,0

Comfort

7,0

Overall

6,0

Pick-up/drop-off

6,0

Value

7,0

Alamo

5,1
Fair
7 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

5,9

Comfort

5,2

Overall

5,2

Pick-up/drop-off

5,7

Value

4,9

Easirent

1 location

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

3,6
Poor
3 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

4,5

Comfort

4,5

Overall

3,6

Pick-up/drop-off

3,6

Value

3,6

Hertz

3,6
Poor
8 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

4,5

Comfort

4,5

Overall

3,7

Pick-up/drop-off

3,2

Value

3,2

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in State College, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 15 April 2025.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in State College?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (5,1 rating), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (4,0 rating) and Hertz (3,2 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in State College.

  • What are petrol prices like in State College?

    The average price of petrol in State College is R17,03/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R766 and R1 107 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Our data suggests that booking early can save you up to 56% on a hire car in State College. Take advantage of below-average prices by booking at least 60 days prior to your desired date.

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

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in State College for a month is certainly possible.

  • What car do most people hire in State College?

    The most popular car to hire while in State College is the Nissan Rogue, which is a Standard vehicle.

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