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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Madison 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 14 January 2025.

January

$74

February

$81

March

$91

April

$97

May

$105

June

$136

July

$134

August

$123

September

$100

October

$108

November

$94

December

$94

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Madison is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is June. 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.

Compare available car types for hire in Madison

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Madison to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 14 January 2025.

Small cars

$80 - $136

All Car Types

$80 - $913

To hire a small car in Madison, the United States, you would pay an average price of $65/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Madison, the United States (~$80/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is November (~$136/day). In fact, September is about 21% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Madison. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Madison, hiring a small car saves you 59% 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 Madison, the United States, you would pay an average price of $141/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Madison, the United States (~$82/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is March (~$913/day). In fact, August is about 43% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Madison. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Madison, hiring a medium car saves you 11% 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.

Top hire agencies in Madison

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Madison known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Madison. Reviews were last updated on 14 January 2025.
Choose from the top car hire agencies available in Madison, including Hertz, Alamo and Enterprise Rent-A-Car. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.

Hertz

5.6
Fair
52 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.9

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.6

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

5.6

Alamo

9.5
Wonderful
9 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

9.5

Overall

9.3

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

9.4

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.0
Very Good
12 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

7.6

National

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

6.0

Budget

7.9
Good
7 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.8

Dollar

1 location

Avis

6.5
Okay
7 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

7.6

Overall

6.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.3

Thrifty

2.0
Poor
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

2.0

Comfort

2.0

Overall

2.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

2.0

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Madison, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 14 January 2025.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Madison?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (9.5 rating), National (8.0 rating) and Budget (8.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Madison.

  • What are petrol prices like in Madison?

    The average price of petrol in Madison is $1.47/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $66 and $95 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Dollar offers hire cars in Madison for about $527 per week on average.

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

    Booking your car hire early can save you up to 35%. Aim to book your car hire at least 7 days in advance to take advantage of a below average price in Madison.

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

    The length of time you can book a car hire for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Madison it should be possible to hire a car for a whole month if needed.

  • What car do most people hire in Madison?

    The most popular car to hire while in Madison is the Chevrolet Impala, which is a Premium vehicle.

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