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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Apex
- Car rentals in Apex have a number of advantages compared to other means of transport like public buses and taxis. If you are to stay in the city for a considerable period and want to visit various parts of the city, such as the popular Halle Cultural Arts Center, it is more cost-effective in the long run to rent a car than to rely on buses or taxis. Rental cars also come with the benefit of giving you the liberty to decide your own departure times and appropriate routes to take to your destinations, something that is not possible with public buses, which have fixed routes and departu.
- If you are arriving in Apex via Raleigh-Durham Airport (RDU), you can conveniently connect from the airport to the city center, your accommodation, or any other destination of your preference using a rental car. Various Apex car rentals, including Avis, Hertz, Enterprise, and Budget have their car rental offices inside the airport. There is a free airport shuttle to facilitate your movement from the Arrival Terminal to the car rental facility located a short distance from the baggage collection area.
- When driving your car rentals in Apex with children, you must adhere to North Carolina’s Child Seat laws. According to these laws, every child below 16 years must always travel in a restraint device that is appropriate to their age, height, and weight. When driving in Apex’s city center, you should be aware of pedestrians who commonly jump into the roads without checking oncoming vehicles. Consequently, it is advisable to maintain a lower speed as much as possible when driving on any of the streets within the city center.
- The use of rental cars in Apex, like any other vehicles, gets considerably difficult during the morning and evening rush hours, typically from 6:30 am to 9:00 am and later from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm. During this time, most roads in the city experience heavy traffic, with the worst situation being at the section of US 1 East of Ten Ten Road. Therefore, if you must drive your car through this section, it is important that you begin your journey some minutes before the supposed departure time.
- Book your car hire in Apex at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
FAQs about car hire in Apex
How much is the price of fuel in Apex?
The average price of fuel in Apex is £3.06 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between £37 and £49, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular car hire in Apex?
Standard (Ford Edge or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Apex.
Which car hire agencies are at Raleigh-Durham airport (RDU)?
Car hire companies onsite at Raleigh-Durham airport include Hertz and Enterprise Rent-A-Car.
How can I find car hires near me in Apex?
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 Apex?
A Standard car hire in Apex costs £39 per day, on average.
Should I get insurance when hiring a car in Apex?
Most car hire providers in Apex offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car hire in Apex, check out KAYAK's car hire insurance guide.
What type of car is recommended for driving in Apex?
The number of people and the size of luggage you will be traveling with determines the type of car you will be renting in Apex. A minivan, which accommodates up to five adults and five bags, is ideal for families. However, if you will be driving alone or with just one other person, consider booking an Economy car. Apart from the carrying capacity of the car, the nature of your destination also determines the type of car you may go for. Intermediate or Compact SUVs are ideal when going to destinations with irregular terrains.
What is the speed limit in Apex?
Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit on any Apex roads outside incorporated municipalities is 55 mph. On major highways, such as Interstate Highways, the speed limit is 70 mph. However, on some sections of these highways, the speed limit may again fall to as low as 55 mph. Therefore, as you plan to use car rental in Apex, you need to remember that the speed limit varies from one zone to another.
Where are the best places to park in Apex?
Two of the affordable places you can park your rental car in Apex are The Home Depot Parking Lot and Apex Mosque Parking Lots. On weekdays, it costs between $2 to $8 per hour to park your car at any of these, a price that varies depending on the demand for parking lots in the city. However, both parking lots are free on weekends. You can also reliably get a place to park your rental car at Saunders Street, Town Hall, or John M. Brown Community Center.
Apex car hire reviews and directory
Hertz
5.9
Fair
39 reviewsCleanliness
5.9
Comfort
5.9
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.9
Value for money
5.9
2 locations in Apex
Locations in Apex
6215 Hillsborough Street
+1 919 852 5772
704 Laura Duncan Road
+1 919 303 5183
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10.0 Wonderful
Oct 2019
Pros:
The people working there ,were very helpful and friendly.The had excellent patience with me as a foreigner to culture and country.Cons:
4 me everything was fine2.0 Poor
May 2019
Pros:
Nothing. Car smelled very unclean.Cons:
Over all was major disappointment6.0 Okay
Apr 2019
Pros:
Easy drop offCons:
The reservation wasn't for the Airport location. The desk clerk wasn't any help and only offered to call me a cab. Called Hertz customer service which had to cancel the original pre-paid reservation. Made new reservation for the Airport location with a new price. Also $100 cancel fee.9.6 Wonderful
Apr 2019
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Car had a light/faded cigarette smell...ultimately was fine but would have preferred to not have that.6.8 Okay
Jul 2018
Pros:
Car was clean and nice for a compact. Drop-off was easy.Cons:
I didn't realize that the rental car was to be picked up in town rather than at the airport. Why was that not apparent? I'm not computer illiterate so why was this not front and center? An extra $50 for nothing and the rental fee was already high (we just had a rental in Wisconsin at a much lower rate for a much better car). Pushy attendant.2.0 Poor
Jul 2018
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didnt get a car, ended up scrambling in an Uber trying to find oneEnterprise Rent-A-Car
6.6
Okay
12 reviewsCleanliness
6.6
Comfort
6.6
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.6
Value for money
6.6
5 locations in Apex
Locations in Apex
121 Team Hendrick Way
+1 919 460 6083
1303 E Williams St
+1 919 303 1493
1661 Nw Maynard Rd
+1 919 467 1653
1710 Piney Plains Rd
+1 919 851 4189
859 Bass Pro Ln
+1 919 677 1266
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2.0 Poor
Feb 2024
10.0 Wonderful
Apr 2021
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Everything was as advertised. Easy pickup and drop-off. Would rent from them again10.0 Wonderful
Oct 2019
Pros:
Staff was great and quick getting me into my car.Cons:
Nothing.5.6 Fair
Nov 2016
Pros:
The team at the enterprise location were great-friendly and accommodating.Cons:
The price I was quoted on the booking site (kayak) was less than half of the price I was quoted when I arrived at the Enterprise location, even though the booking was finally done on an Enterprise website. The manager said that even though I had a quote in writing it could not be honored because it was made through a 3rd party site (again, final booking was done through Enterprise and they did have my reservation). Todd, the manager, went on to explain that the site did not understand the taxes in North Carolina, so they were not correct in their final quote. This made no sense at all, but I had already made plans that could not be cancelled and had no choice but to accept the higher price. The manager offered an upgrade at $5.00 more per day, but still far more than I had planned to pay and had I known would have made other arrangements. I won't book through a 3rd party site such as Kayak again since, even though I had a written quote, was told it could not be honored. I wonder why Enterprise did not inform me of this beforehand?10.0 Wonderful
Nov 2016
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The enterprise location I paid for the car with couldn't pick me up, so they transferred it to a location that could pick me up, even though that location wasn't offering the price I paid. The car was new and pristine. I needed to rent a car while shopping for another. I was able to buy a car after only one day of my three day rental. They took it back after one day and credited me for the other two. I was able to return it to another location next to that dealership. No questions asked. Everyone was very kind and friendly.Cons:
Limited weekend hours. I got lucky and the location I went to was open, but trying to get in touch with anyone on the weekend proved impossible.10.0 Wonderful
Aug 2023
Thrifty
6.9
Okay
No reviews available
One location in Apex
Locations in Apex
704 Laura Duncan Road
(919) 303-5183
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Dollar
6.8
Okay
No reviews available
One location in Apex
Locations in Apex
704 Laura Duncan Road
+1 919 303 5183
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Car hire locations in or near Apex
Good to know
Most popular car type | Standard |
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When to book a car hire in Apex
Car hire insurance in Apex
Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) & Theft Protection Waiver
Some Apex 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 Apex.
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 Apex car hire.