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Cheap Car Hire in Maine

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Maine car hires in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Maine. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 30 May 2024.

Most popular company

Dollar

Most common car type

Intermediate

Average price per day

$106

Cheapest price per day

$85

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Maine?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Maine 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 30 May 2024.

January

$52

February

$75

March

$75

April

$87

May

$95

June

$114

July

$144

August

$128

September

$99

October

$98

November

$67

December

$72

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Maine is January. 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.

Popular car types in Maine

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Maine and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 30 May 2024.
Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

Full-size

Full-size

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Luxury SUV

Luxury SUV

Compare available car types for hire in Maine

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Maine to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 30 May 2024.

Small cars

$55 - $124

All Car Types

$59 - $163

To hire a small car in Maine, you would pay an average price of $63/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Maine (~$55/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$124/day). In fact, September is about 15% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Maine. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Maine, hiring a small car saves you 27% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a medium car in Maine, you would pay an average price of $83/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Maine (~$52/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$187/day). In fact, January is about 38% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Maine. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Maine, hiring a medium car saves you 5% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a large car in Maine, you would pay an average price of $87/day. December is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Maine (~$92/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~$350/day). In fact, December is about 5% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Maine. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Maine, hiring a large car is 0% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a SUV in Maine, you would pay an average price of $94/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Maine (~$65/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~$252/day). In fact, March is about 31% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Maine. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Maine, hiring a SUV is 8% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

Top hire agencies in Maine

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Maine known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Maine. Reviews were last updated on 30 May 2024.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.2
Very Good
101 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

7.8

Alamo

8.6
Very Good
88 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

7.7

Budget

8.1
Very Good
60 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.2

Value

7.8

Dollar

8.0
Very Good
63 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

7.8

Avis

7.5
Good
35 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

6.9

Hertz

6.9
Okay
60 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.6

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

6.6

National

7.5
Good
8 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

6.3

Easirent

1 location

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Maine, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 30 May 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Maine?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $106/day when booking a car hire in Maine. The absolute best deal a user found was for $68/day from Budget, booked on May 26.

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Maine?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Silvercar (8.6 rating), Alamo (8.5 rating) and Yesaway (8.5 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Maine.

  • What are petrol prices like in Maine?

    The average price of petrol in Maine is $1.56/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $70 and $101 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Maine for a week from Dollar?

    Hiring a car in Maine for a week can be a great option for travel. Dollar, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around $768/week on average.

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

    Generally, for a better deal in Maine it’s recommended to book in a timely manner (to save up to 28%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 7 days prior to your pickup date. Booking as early as you can also increases the likelihood that you’ll get the ideal car.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Maine?

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

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Maine for a month?

    The average cost of a car hire in Maine for a month is $3,290. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.

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Car hires by fuel type in Maine

Browse car hires by fuel type in Maine. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Maine. Deals were last updated on 30 May 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Maine. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest ($75+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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