Elmhurst car rentals from $36/day

On average a rental car in Elmhurst costs $62 per day. But prices differ between operators and you can save money through a price comparison of car rental deals from different agencies. The cheapest price for a car rental in Elmhurst found in the last 2 weeks is $47.

In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Budget ($38/day), Avis ($43/day) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car ($45/day).

The average gas price in Elmhurst is $3.40 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between $41 and $54, depending on the car size.

Premium (BMW X3 or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Elmhurst.

Car rental companies onsite at O'Hare Intl airport include Hertz, Budget, Sixt, Fox, Kyte, Dollar, Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Avis and Thrifty.

Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from O'Hare Intl airport to off-airport locations include Routes Car & Truck Rentals, Hertz, Budget, Dollar, Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Avis, Thrifty, National, and Payless.

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

A Premium car rental in Elmhurst costs $167 per day, on average.

A Special car rental in Elmhurst costs $56 per day, on average.

A Standard car rental in Elmhurst costs $138 per day, on average.

On average a rental car in Elmhurst costs $433 per week ($62 per day).

On average a rental car in Elmhurst costs $1,858 per month ($62 per day).

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

KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 5 car rental agencies in Elmhurst.

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KAYAK searches thousands of car rental agencies to provide you with offers from all car rental agencies operating in Elmhurst so that you can compare car rental rates, reviews and pick-up and drop-off locations to find the best deal for you.

Elmhurst has some narrow roads and tight parking spaces, so a compact Elmhurst car rental would be the most recommended type of car to rent.  These cars are easier to maneuver in these conditions and can make navigating through busy streets and parking in tight spots a lot easier. Compact cars also tend to have better fuel efficiency than larger vehicles.

The speed limit in Elmhurst varies depending on the type of road and zone that you are driving in. In residential areas, the speed limit is typically 25 mph. School zones may have a lower speed limit, usually around 15-20 mph, especially during the times when school is starting or ending. On major streets and roads, the speed limit is typically 35-40 mph. Some larger thoroughfares may have speed limits of up to 45 mph.

There are both free and paid parking options for Elmhurst car rentals, depending on the location and time of day. In downtown Elmhurst, it is recommended to use paid parking lots located on York Street and Schiller Street. The cost of parking varies, but most lots charge an hourly rate with a maximum daily rate. On-street parking in the downtown area is also available, but is metered and has a two-hour limit. The cost is per hour, and payment is required during the hours of 8 am to 6 pm, Monday through Saturday.