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How far in advance should you book car hire in Lexington?
You should book your car hire in Lexington around 80 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Lexington?
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest hire cars were found at Turo ($67/day), Dollar ($71/day), and Thrifty ($71/day).
What is the most popular car to hire in Lexington?
Hires in the SUV category (Hyundai Santa Fe or similar) are the most popular option in Lexington, costing $86/day on average. Some users have found deals as low as $56/day.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Lexington?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Lexington is January at an average cost of $72/day. June is the most expensive month to hire a car in Lexington when prices are $111/day on average, which tends to be 27% above the yearly average hire price for Lexington.
Which car hire company in Lexington has the most locations?
Enterprise Rent-A-Car operates 7 locations in Lexington, more than any other car hire company.
Lexington car hire price comparison by vehicle type
Find the right car hire in Lexington by comparing prices across vehicle types.
Small
Medium
Large
SUV
Van
Pickup truck
Luxury
Convertible
Small cars
$58 - $89
All Car Types
$91 - $147
How much does it cost to hire a small car in Lexington?
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How much does it cost to hire a convertible in Lexington?
Small car hire in Lexington typically costs around $71 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average $58 per day, which is about 19% less than the yearly average. Small cars are usually 40% cheaper than the average car hire in Lexington, making them ideal for budget-conscious travellers.
Medium car hire in Lexington typically costs around $106 per day. The best time to book is November, when prices average $91 per day, which is about 15% less than the yearly average. Medium cars are usually 10% cheaper than the average car hire in Lexington, offering a good balance of space and value.
Large car hire in Lexington typically cost around $113 per day. The best time to book is November, when prices average $95 per day, which is about 16% less than the yearly average. Large cars can be 4% cheaper than the average car hire in Lexington, offering more comfort for longer trips at a reasonable price.
SUV hire in Lexington typically costs around $113 per day. The best time to book is August, when prices average $99 per day, which is about 13% less than the yearly average. SUVs can be 4% cheaper than the average car hire in Lexington, providing extra space and capability for groups or road trips at a reasonable price.
Van hire in Lexington typically costs around $124 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average $102 per day, which is about 18% less than the yearly average. Vans are typically 6% more expensive than the average car hire in Lexington but are the best choice for families or groups needing maximum passenger capacity.
Pickup truck hire in Lexington typically costs around $103 per day. The best time to book is February, when prices average $74 per day, which is about 29% less than the yearly average. Pickup trucks are 12% cheaper than the average car hire in Lexington, making them a practical choice for hauling gear or outdoor adventures.
Luxury car hire in Lexington typically costs around $185 per day. The best time to book is December, when prices average $121 per day, which is about 35% less than the yearly average. Luxury cars are typically 37% more expensive than the average car hire in Lexington but deliver premium comfort and style for special occasions.
Convertible hire in Lexington typically costs around $139 per day. The best time to book is August, when prices average $63 per day, which is about 55% less than the yearly average. Convertibles are typically 16% more expensive than the average car hire in Lexington but are perfect for scenic drives and warm-weather destinations.
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Most popular agency
Most popular car type
Average price
Good deal
Dollar
Small
$75/day
$57/day
Lexington car hire experiences: the best tips from KAYAK users
Insights shared by verified travellers who hired a car in Lexington
Use airport locations--they have inventory on hand.
MariaJuly 2025
Additional fees for the airport location, but easy process to rent and no significant wait at the counter when I arrived.
Verified travelerAug 2024
make sure they actually have a car to fill your order with. call ahead
Verified travelerAug 2024
Ask what credit cards they take before booking anything
DanaNov 2023
Make your reservation directly with the rental company.
Verified travelerJune 2023
Nothing, small airport and easy to get in the out of.
Verified travelerAug 2023
Make sure you get the right Lexington
Verified travelerMay 2023
The under garage where car ia parked is not well lite up so make sure you check your car with a flash light to see any prior damage to vehicle. But over all experience was amazing!!!
KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Lexington
Whether you explore Lexington’s sights, discover the scenic nature of Daniel Boone National Forest to the east of the city, or visit Kentucky’s capital of Frankfort, about a 40-minute drive away, with a hire car you are flexible and free to do whatever you please during your stay in Lexington. For travelers wanting to explore Kentucky’s biggest city, Louisville can also be conveniently explored from Lexington, as it is only a bit over an hour away by car.
Blue Grass Airport is just 7 miles outside Lexington and has various hire car agencies onsite, including Alamo, Enterprise, and Hertz, along with some others. The easiest way to begin your time in Lexington is by picking up a hire car directly from there, allowing you to reach the city in about 15 minutes. Travelers can find the agency service desks in the baggage claim area on the first level, and pick-up and drop-off is right next to the terminal.
Lexington is famous for its many scenic routes and driving is generally a pleasant experience; however, heavy rain showers, sleet, and ice can be regular occurrences in Lexington and in Kentucky in general, so prepare for some challenging weather conditions. When the roads are drenched by rain showers or ice, slow down considerably and refrain from driving if you don’t feel comfortable doing so, but find a safe place to park and wait until the weather conditions improve. Also make sure to have the headlights on so other cars can see you coming.
As in most US cities, rush hour in Lexington is the most intense on weekdays between 8 and 10 am and 5 and 8 pm, but on the weekends there can also be increased traffic around places of interest, such as the Rupp Arena or Keeneland race track. Plan at least 45 minutes ahead if you have a game or race to get to so that traffic will not be an issue.
25% of our users found a car hire in Lexington for $57 or less
Small hire cars in Lexington are around 31% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about hiring a car in Lexington
What type of car is recommended for driving in Lexington?
For travelers planning to leave the city limits to go on the many scenic routes around Lexington, a 4-wheel-drive car is a good choice to make, as it gives your car traction and also has no problems handling icy and sleety roads if you are visiting in winter.
What’s the speed limit in Lexington?
Within city limits, the general maximum speed limit is 35 miles per hour, or lower around school areas or in alleys. Rural roads allow up to 55 miles per hour and, on freeways and interstates, there is a maximum speed limit of 65 miles per hour. If there are wet or wintery weather conditions, it is essential to slow down and adjust your speed.
Where are the best places to park in Lexington?
On-street parking is available throughout the city and is metered with a rate of about $1 per hour. Time restrictions often apply, so always check the signs. There are also various parking garages and lots in and around downtown. Most of them cost around $1 per half hour and have a maximum day limit of $10.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Lexington?
On average a car hire in Lexington costs $75 per day.
Which car hire agencies are at Blue Grass airport (LEX)?
The only car hire company onsite at Blue Grass airport is Dollar.
Which car hire companies will pick you up at Blue Grass airport (LEX)?
The only car hire company that offers shuttle or pick-up services from Blue Grass airport to off-airport locations is Dollar.
How can I find car hires near me in Lexington?
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
How much does a Small car hire cost in Lexington?
A Small car hire in Lexington costs $100 per day, on average.
How much does a Large car hire cost in Lexington?
A Large car hire in Lexington costs $97 per day, on average.
How much does a Medium car hire cost in Lexington?
A Medium car hire in Lexington costs $62 per day, on average.
The staff was frustrated but friendly. The car type I reserved wasn't available, so they offered me something smaller, but for the same price. The car I ended up with was dirty, smelled bad, was dented and seemed a bit mechanically wonky. It functioned for the rental period. Drop off was a problem. There was nobody at the location (during business hours). Several people were waiting outside the doors. Thirty plus minutes later an employee reappeared. He processed the drop off. While I waited for my ride, I heard him making several phone calls to people, explaining he didn't have the cars available they had reserved. He was friendly, but frustrated. This location is understaffed and their inventory system doesn't seem to be connected to reality. I will not use this location again.
10.0 Wonderful
Denny, Apr 2026
Intermediate SUV
Easy transaction. When arriving to pickup no issues and car was excellent. Return was easy. Will rent again from Budget and Kayak.
2.0 Poor
Doreen, Jan 2026
Compact SUV
I requested a specific car that you rent all the time, 1 week prior to my rental and was told that wasn't what I rented and what I needed was more money so I did that. I was then told the specific car I was requesting still could not be guaranteed. It is listed as a mid size suv, mazda cx50 or comparable. So I found something else with a different co. and saved $100! I will rent with them vs Budget anytime. Lady was rude on the phone. You lost my business and everyone I know! Shame on you for not being CUSTOMER FRIENDLY and inconveniencing me, the CUSTOMER!
8.0 Very Good
Maria, July 2025
Premium
Rented a car from the downtown location, but they called before pick up to notify that they had no cars to rent. Referred us to the airport location. The agent at the airport was very friendly and helpful and the rest of the rental process was very easy. The cost was reasonable and the car was clean.
8.0 Very Good
Adan, Sept 2024
Intermediate
The fuel tank was almost empty. More convinient to get a full tank. Thank you!
4.0 Mediocre
Tonya, Oct 2022
Car was scratched up badly and had damaged vehicle written on back window.
1 out of 7
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
9.7
Wonderful
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.7
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
Value for money
9.5
7 locations in Lexington
Locations in Lexington
1052 West High Street
+1 859 233 7799
Monday
08:00 - 17:30
Tuesday
08:00 - 17:30
Wednesday
08:00 - 17:30
Thursday
08:00 - 17:30
Friday
08:00 - 17:30
Saturday
09:00 - 13:00
Sunday
1140 Winchester Road
+1 859 281 6446
Monday
08:00 - 17:30
Tuesday
08:00 - 17:30
Wednesday
08:00 - 17:30
Thursday
08:00 - 17:30
Friday
08:00 - 17:30
Saturday
09:00 - 13:00
Sunday
09:00 - 12:00
121 Sand Lake Dr
+1 859 269 9149
Monday
08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday
08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday
08:00 - 18:00
Thursday
08:00 - 18:00
Friday
08:00 - 18:00
Saturday
09:00 - 13:00
281 W New Circle Rd
+1 859 226 9877
Monday
08:00 - 17:30
Tuesday
08:00 - 17:30
Wednesday
08:00 - 17:30
Thursday
08:00 - 17:30
Friday
08:00 - 17:30
Saturday
09:00 - 13:00
Sunday
2893 Richmond Rd
+1 859 269 9149
Monday
08:00 - 17:30
Tuesday
08:00 - 17:30
Wednesday
08:00 - 17:30
Thursday
08:00 - 17:30
Friday
08:00 - 17:30
Saturday
09:00 - 13:00
Sunday
4000 Terminal Dr Ste 106
+1 833 338 3315
Monday
08:00 - 23:59
Tuesday
08:00 - 23:59
Wednesday
08:00 - 23:59
Thursday
08:00 - 23:59
Friday
08:00 - 23:59
Saturday
08:00 - 23:59
Sunday
08:00 - 23:59
4001 Nicholasville Road
+1 859 271 9697
Monday
08:00 - 17:30
Tuesday
08:00 - 17:30
Wednesday
08:00 - 17:30
Thursday
08:00 - 17:30
Friday
08:00 - 17:30
Saturday
09:00 - 13:00
Sunday
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10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, June 2025
Intermediate
I just had an excellent experience. The RAV 4 is just great. Thank you.
10.0 Wonderful
Damon, Mar 2024
Commercial
Have used this location many times. Always a class act.
1 out of 2
National
8.0
Very Good
Cleanliness
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.0
Value for money
8.0
One location in Lexington
Locations in Lexington
4000 Terminal Dr Ste 103
+1 844 887 8401
Monday
08:00 - 23:59
Tuesday
08:00 - 23:59
Wednesday
08:00 - 23:59
Thursday
08:00 - 23:59
Friday
08:00 - 23:59
Saturday
08:00 - 23:59
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08:00 - 23:59
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8.0 Very Good
Anonymous, June 2024
People mover
Great experience and good price!!!
1 out of 1
Dollar
7.7
Good
Cleanliness
7.9
Comfort
7.7
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.9
Value for money
7.9
3 locations in Lexington
Locations in Lexington
2893 Richmond Road Ste 130
+1 859 243 0335
Monday
08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday
08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday
08:00 - 17:00
Thursday
08:00 - 17:00
Friday
08:00 - 17:00
Saturday
09:00 - 12:00
4000 Terminal Drive
+1 866 434 2226
Monday
08:00 - 23:59
Tuesday
08:00 - 23:59
Wednesday
08:00 - 23:59
Thursday
08:00 - 23:59
Friday
08:00 - 23:59
Saturday
08:00 - 23:59
Sunday
08:00 - 23:59
4000 Terminal Drive
Opening times not available
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10.0 Wonderful
Scott, Oct 2025
Compact
Good experience, better than expected
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Apr 2025
Standard
Everything was perfect, as expected.
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Feb 2024
Standard
Easy pick up and friendly customer service assistance
1 out of 2
Alamo
7.6
Good
Cleanliness
7.6
Comfort
7.8
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.8
Value for money
7.8
One location in Lexington
Locations in Lexington
4000 Terminal Dr
+1 833 315 5903
Monday
08:00 - 23:59
Tuesday
08:00 - 23:59
Wednesday
08:00 - 23:59
Thursday
08:00 - 23:59
Friday
08:00 - 23:59
Saturday
08:00 - 23:59
Sunday
08:00 - 23:59
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2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Apr 2024
Supplier choice
I was unaware that I needed to have my credit card with me. When I booked the rental, it didn’t advise me on what I needed to bring in order to pick it up. I have rented vehicles before and was able to use a debit card. So, I was stranded in Lexington instead of being where I needed to be.
1 out of 2
Hertz
6.7
Okay
Cleanliness
6.8
Comfort
6.8
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.2
Value for money
6.0
3 locations in Lexington
Locations in Lexington
2893 Richmond Rd Ste 130
+1 859 243 0335
Monday
08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday
08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday
08:00 - 17:00
Thursday
08:00 - 17:00
Friday
08:00 - 17:00
Saturday
09:00 - 12:00
3801 Nicholasville Rd
+1 859 373 0777
Monday
08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday
08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday
08:00 - 18:00
Thursday
08:00 - 18:00
Friday
08:00 - 18:00
Saturday
09:00 - 12:00
4000 Terminal Dr Ste 105
+1 859 254 3496
Monday
08:00 - 23:59
Tuesday
08:00 - 23:59
Wednesday
08:00 - 23:59
Thursday
08:00 - 23:59
Friday
08:00 - 23:59
Saturday
08:00 - 23:59
Sunday
08:00 - 23:59
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2.0 Poor
kodaville, Apr 2026
Supplier choice
Seems very deceptive. They didn't have my car when I went for pickup and alternatively offered me another vehicle that was much more expensive. This seems to be a tactic of their of manipulating customers into higher prices who are stressed for time. I ended up walking out of there, walking down the street, and took my business to Enterprise, who took care of me in a matter of 5 minutes. Never going back to Hertz.
2.0 Poor
William, June 2025
Full-size
Hertz refused to honor the one way reservation from Lexington to Chicago. They said they didn’t have enough cars. That failure cost me over $500. They did the same thing to several other customers with one way reservations. One dejected younger customer was practically in tears. The height of irresponsible corporate behavior.
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Aug 2024
Full-size
It would be better if I knew the credit card I used, hertz don’t take. There’s only certain credit cards hertz takes, so I didn’t get the experience the vehicle I rented through kayak.
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Aug 2024
Compact SUV
they did not have a car to fill my reservation. this is the third time that has happened with hertz in the last two months. what the heck is going on
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, July 2024
Pick-up truck
They were friendly, upfront about all info, and straight forward with prices and deposits. The vehicle that I received was in pristine condition. I will rent from them from now on. They have a guaranteed costumer for life.
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Dec 2023
Compact
Hertz did not have a rental vehicle available for me when I tried to pick up my vehicle. I had to wait 5 days to get a vehicle. That I had a reservation seemed to mean nothing to Hertz. Customer service staff tried to be nice but ultimately I was not helped.
1 out of 5
Avis
5.2
Fair
Cleanliness
6.0
Comfort
6.1
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.3
Value for money
5.3
2 locations in Lexington
Locations in Lexington
1059 South Broadway
+1 859 281 1682
Monday
08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday
08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday
08:00 - 18:00
Thursday
08:00 - 18:00
Friday
08:00 - 18:00
Saturday
09:00 - 13:00
Sunday
09:00 - 12:00
4000 Terminal Drive, Ste 104
+1 859 281 1681
Monday
08:00 - 23:59
Tuesday
08:00 - 23:59
Wednesday
08:00 - 23:59
Thursday
08:00 - 23:59
Friday
08:00 - 23:59
Saturday
08:00 - 23:59
Sunday
08:00 - 23:59
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Reviews
8.0 Very Good
Anonymous, Apr 2026
Full-size
good
10.0 Wonderful
Joan, Mar 2026
Intermediate SUV
I had to clean car interior to remove some residue from orevious rental ; otherwise, all good.
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Oct 2025
Intermediate SUV
Greet experience, would use QEEP again through your service.
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Sept 2025
Economy
Terrible. I made a reservation through kayak. Upon my arrival I learned Avis was not honoring the reservation. I needed to get to Louisville and struggled to find an alternative route. Result ended up using uber to get home. Absolutely disappointed and learned I can not rely on kayak.
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Sept 2023
Full-size
No cars available
Thrifty
5.4
Fair
2 locations in Lexington
Locations in Lexington
2893 Richmond Road Ste 130
+1 859 243 0335
Monday
08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday
08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday
08:00 - 17:00
Thursday
08:00 - 17:00
Friday
08:00 - 17:00
Saturday
09:00 - 12:00
4000 Terminal Drive
+1 866 434 2226
Monday
08:00 - 23:59
Tuesday
08:00 - 23:59
Wednesday
08:00 - 23:59
Thursday
08:00 - 23:59
Friday
08:00 - 23:59
Saturday
08:00 - 23:59
Sunday
08:00 - 23:59
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Easirent
4.5
Mediocre
Cleanliness
5.2
Comfort
5.3
Pick-up/Drop-off
4.5
Value for money
5.1
One location in Lexington
Locations in Lexington
Blue Grass Airport
Opening times not available
Filters
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Sunnycars
No score available yet
One location in Lexington
Locations in Lexington
4000 Terminal Drive
Opening times not available
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VIPCars Recommendation
No score available yet
One location in Lexington
Locations in Lexington
4000 Terminal Dr Ste 106, Lexington
+1 914 368 0091
Monday
06:00 - 23:00
Tuesday
06:00 - 23:00
Wednesday
06:00 - 23:00
Thursday
06:00 - 23:00
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06:00 - 23:00
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06:00 - 23:00
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06:00 - 23:00
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115 travellers who hired a car in Lexington gave the car agency they used an average rating of 4.7
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