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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in West Chester
- A car rental is the most convenient ground transportation you can settle for when visiting West Chester. You can get various benefits from renting a car in the city. West Chester car rentals also offer low cost and affordability in ground transportation which is ideal. With a rental car, you can effectively access the American Helicopter Museum and Education Center or take a 139-mile drive to Stroud Preserve for a recreational and educational time at the city's grasslands, woodlands, and working farmlands.
- When traveling to West Chester, the most preferred destination airport, which is also the closest, is Philadelphia (PHL) Airport, about 20 miles from West Chester. PHL offers car rental services if you require convenient ground transportation. The airport's car rentals in West Chester include Alamo, Budget, Enterprise, National, Avis, Dollar, and Hertz. To access the rental services from the car rentals in West Chester go to the baggage claim area. You can walk to the car rentals in West Chester service counters outside the baggage claim area.
- Driving in West Chester is easy, as most rules and routes are straightforward. Ensure, however, that you check for any pedestrians crossing the road as the laws in the city don't prohibit jaywalking; therefore, you might encounter one or two pedestrians crossing roads where there are no crosswalks.
- When diving in West Chester, expect traffic on Chester highway, especially Interstate 76, known as Schuylkill Expressway. The Expressway makes driving around West Chester a little difficult, especially if you are new to the city. The major traffic choke points in the city are South High Street, East Gay Street, South Church Street, Route 202, Market, and Wayne Street intersection. The city experiences rush hours between 6 am and 9 pm and 3 pm to 7 pm. You can avoid driving during rush hour to avoid getting caught in traffic.
- Book your car hire in West Chester at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Mini hire cars in West Chester are around 16% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about hiring a car in West Chester
How much is the price of fuel in West Chester?
The average price of fuel in West Chester is R62,14 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between R746 and R994, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular car hire in West Chester?
Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in West Chester.
How can I find car hires near me in West Chester?
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
How much does a Mini car hire cost in West Chester?
A Mini car hire in West Chester costs R1 443 per day, on average.
How much does an Intermediate car hire cost in West Chester?
An Intermediate car hire in West Chester costs R1 463 per day, on average.
How much does a Special car hire cost in West Chester?
A Special car hire in West Chester costs R1 385 per day, on average.
What type of car is recommended for driving in West Chester?
One of the key decisions to make when visiting West Chester is the kind of vehicle you will use to move around town. There are various options that you have in the city. One of the best vehicles you may choose to use in the town is an SUV when you are visiting as a group and therefore require more space for the number of people there are. You could also rent one of the many pick-ups available in the city's rental agencies if you need more space for your luggage. If you will spend most of your time in downtown West Chester, get a compact or economy car as the streets in downtown areas are narrow and lined with shops and plenty of restaurants.
What’s the speed limit in West Chester?
Speed limits in West Chester vary with the area that you are driving. The set speed limit is about 15mph when driving in a school zone. When moving along a residential area, you should drive at 35mph, not more, or else you face the trouble of paying the penalty for the same. The speed limit sometimes goes up to 65mph for highways; therefore, be keen to check for speed limit signs as you drive across West Chester. The city has speed traps for anyone violating the speed limit laws.
Where are the best places to park in West Chester?
The city of West Chester has various parking spaces you could use when looking for one. The metered parking in the city runs from 8:00 am to 10:00 pm Monday through Wednesday, 8:00 am to 12:00 am on Thursdays and Fridays, and 5 pm to 12 am on Saturdays. Parking spaces are free on Sundays in West Chester. The city also has various free parking spaces which you can utilize. The most worry-free free parking spaces you could use are the Bicentennial at the Market of S High Street and Chestnut Street Garage at Walnut of 14 E Chestnut Street.
West Chester car rental 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
8,0
Very Good
Read 1 reviewCleanliness
10.0
Comfort
8.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.0
Value for money
7.0
3 locations in West Chester
Locations in West Chester
1313 Wilmington Pike
+1 610 399 8081
622 W Lincoln Hwy
+1 610 269 8938
707 E Market St
+1 610 696 5500
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10,0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Jun 2024
People carrier
Hertz
4,6
Mediocre
Read 9 reviewsCleanliness
4.8
Comfort
5.8
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.2
Value for money
4.3
3 locations in West Chester
Locations in West Chester
1528 Paoil Pike
+1 610 429 4260
1528 Paoli Pike
+1 610 429 4260
593 Lancaster Avenue
+1 484 329 7369
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2,0 Poor
Anonymous, Mar 2024
Standard SUV
10,0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Mar 2021
Pros:
Absolutely friendly...made the experience easy and painlessCons:
Couldn't have been better4,0 Mediocre
Anonymous, Jan 2021
Pros:
Location of office was convenientCons:
1. The car was not cleaned inside or out. Hertz talks about COVID protocols, but with this care because there was food and other debris on the inside which you could tell wasn’t wiped down. 2. Car given to me with the gas light on. Seriously Hertz? 3. Was told the car wasn’t equipped with SXM radio, but it was.8,8 Very Good
Cameron, Sept 2020
Pros:
Lisa was great. Made the process easy and smooth.4,4 Mediocre
Anonymous, Jul 2020
Cons:
The car was filthy and came without gas.2,0 Poor
Anonymous, Jan 2020
Pros:
Nothing, it was a complete bust, and my follow call was frustrating.Cons:
The office was closed when I went at noon for my noon car rental pick up.Avis
1,9
Poor
Read 1 reviewCleanliness
1.9
Comfort
1.9
Pick-up/Drop-off
1.9
Value for money
1.9
One location in West Chester
Locations in West Chester
342 West Market Street
+1 610 692 2081
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1,9 Poor
Anonymous, Sept 2021
Budget
6,5
Okay
One location in West Chester
Locations in West Chester
342 West Market Street
+1 610 429 1521
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Dollar
5,9
Fair
One location in West Chester
Locations in West Chester
1528 Paoli Pike
+1 610 429 4260
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No reviews available
Thrifty
5,1
Fair
One location in West Chester
Locations in West Chester
1528 Paoli Pike
+1 610 429 4260
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West Chester car hire information
| Pick-up location | West Chester |
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| Hire locations | 8 |
| Airport locations | 0 |