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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Akron
- Akron has a good mix of parks, nature preserves, tourist sites, and bustling bar and restaurant areas, and many of these spots are accessible only by personal vehicle. If you’re visiting the city, we recommend booking a car rental in Akron to make the most of your trip. Rather than rely on city buses, which wind up almost doubling (or more) some commutes, a rental allows you the autonomy and flexibility to enjoy whichever aspects of the city are most appealing to you. What’s more, rentals tend to be a cost-effective mode of transportation as compared with taxis and rideshares, whose fares are often subject to surge pricing.
- You’ll likely want to pick up your Akron car rental when you fly into Akron-Canton Regional Airport (CAK). Here, there are service desks for a range of rental car companies, including Alamo, Budget, Avis and National. To find the vehicle you’ve booked through KAYAK, simply head to the baggage claim area and, once there, take a right. At the far end, you’ll find representatives from the car rental companies that will get you settled into your vehicle.
- Like many major cities, Akron’s streets are replete with vehicles, bicyclists and pedestrians, all competing for road space. While driving here, we recommend that you stay vigilant of non-motor road users. Although there are several spots for road crossings, you may find people crossing the street at undesignated locations, particularly in areas where there are bars and restaurants. Additionally, while there is ample space for cyclists, they may come into the main flow of traffic. Also take note that bicyclists will often indicate turns through hand gestures.
- If you have the flexibility to determine the time at which you arrive at your destination, we recommend choosing a time outside of the city’s rush hours. Morning rush hour in Akron is typically between 7:30am and 8:30am. In the later afternoons, you can expect rush hours from about 3:30pm to roughly 5:30pm.
- Book your car hire in Akron at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Full-size hire cars in Akron are around 121% more expensive than other car types, on average
Akron car hire experiences: the best tips from KAYAK users
FAQs about car hire in Akron
What type of car is recommended for driving in Akron?
Since the city presents visitors with a variety of options for activities and entertainment, you may find that a sedan is the most suitable option for your car rental in Akron. With a sedan, you’re given seating for multiple passengers as well as ample cargo space in the trunk—if you want to pack some hiking gear, a picnic or some extra jackets for unpredictable weather, you’ll have the space.
What’s the speed limit in Akron?
While in Akron, the posted speed limits correspond to the type of road on which they are found. For instance, if you’re in a residential area, the average speed limit is around 30mph, dropping to anywhere from 25mph to even15mph in areas where there are hospitals and schools. If you are driving along a major road, the speed limits can range from around 35mph to 45mph. On major highways, such as the I-76, which runs east and west through the city, you will find that speed limits can range between about 65mph and 70mph.
Where are the best places to park in Akron?
There are a number of secure parking lots and parking garages throughout Akron. The largest density of available places is around the downtown area. While here, try The Depot Parking Garage, which sits between S. Broadway St. and Wolf Ledges Pkwy. You can expect parking to cost roughly $2 for 2h.
How much is the price of fuel in Akron?
The average price of fuel in Akron is £2.86 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between £34 and £46, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular car hire in Akron?
Full-size (Nissan Pathfinder or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Akron.
How can I find car hires near me in Akron?
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
How much does a Full Size car hire cost in Akron?
A Full Size car hire in Akron costs £56 per day, on average.
How much does a Special car hire cost in Akron?
A Special car hire in Akron costs £25 per day, on average.
Should I get insurance when hiring a car in Akron?
Most car hire providers in Akron offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car hire in Akron, check out KAYAK's car hire insurance guide.
Akron car hire reviews and directory All ratings and reviews are collected from KAYAK users with a verified car hire booking. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
8.3
Very Good
Read 4 reviewsCleanliness
8.3
Comfort
8.3
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.3
Value for money
8.3
5 locations in Akron
Locations in Akron
1235 E Tallmadge Ave
+1 330 630 4400
271 W Market St
+1 330 434 2525
4030 State Rd
+1 330 926 2300
727 E Turkeyfoot Lake Rd
+1 330 899 8892
950 E Market St
+1 330 434 2600
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10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Jul 2024
People carrier
10.0 Wonderful
Tara, Jan 2021
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EverythingCons:
Cheaper prices10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Jul 2023
Full-size
1.9 Poor
Rachel, Jul 2021
Hertz
7.4
Good
Read 15 reviewsCleanliness
7.5
Comfort
7.7
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.6
Value for money
7.4
One location in Akron
Locations in Akron
1545 Brittain Road
+1 330 630 3356
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6.0 Okay
ED, Nov 2022
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Dec 2021
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Oct 2021
8.0 Very Good
Anonymous, Sept 2020
Cons:
Nickel and diming is somewhat of a problem. The advertised rate disappears quickly.2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Sept 2020
Cons:
Rental location was closed on the scheduled pick up day.10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Jul 2020
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It was a pretty basic transaction. Hard to do much else.Avis
6.3
Okay
Read 3 reviewsCleanliness
7.3
Comfort
6.9
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.9
Value for money
6.3
One location in Akron
Locations in Akron
259 West Market Street
+1 330 374 1081
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2.0 Poor
Anonymous, May 2024
Compact
8.0 Very Good
Anonymous, Aug 2023
Intermediate SUV
3.9 Poor
Rachel, Jul 2021
Budget
5.1
Fair
Read 7 reviewsCleanliness
5.3
Comfort
5.5
Pick-up/Drop-off
4.6
Value for money
5.5
2 locations in Akron
Locations in Akron
259 West Market Street
+1 330 376 3129
3900 West Market Street
+1 330 668 9603
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4.0 Mediocre
Caleb, Oct 2022
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Dec 2020
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Could of had a car for me10.0 Wonderful
Martini, Nov 2020
Pros:
Everything went smoothly with drop-off and pick-up. No surprise fees.Cons:
Wish the cost of a secondary driver wasn't so high, especially considering their having full coverage insurance. Think it was fifteen bucks or so a day, maxing out at six days.4.4 Mediocre
Anonymous, Jul 2020
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I reserved a car two weeks before picking it up then was called the morning of to tell me there was no car available.Cons:
Do not let people book without available vehicles!!! So upsetting. My trip ended up leaving 5 hours later.2.0 Poor
Anonymous, May 2023
Economy
2.0 Poor
Jim, Apr 2022
Dollar
6.4
Okay
Cleanliness
8.0
Comfort
6.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.0
Value for money
4.0
One location in Akron
Locations in Akron
1545 Brittain Road
+1 330 630 3356
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No reviews available
Thrifty
7.1
Good
One location in Akron
Locations in Akron
1545 Brittain Road
+1 330 630 3356
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No reviews available
Car hire locations in or near Akron
Good to know
Most popular car type | Full-size |
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When to book a car hire in Akron
Car hire insurance in Akron
Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) & Theft Protection Waiver
Some Akron 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 Akron.
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 Akron car hire.
Everything you need to know for your car hire in Akron
Akron car hire information
| Pick-up location | Akron |
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| Car types | |
| Hire locations | 8 |
| Airport locations | 0 |