Car rentals in Baton Rouge, Louisiana

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Baton Rouge, LA
Dec 15 — Dec 22
Baton Rouge, LA
Fri 12/15
Noon
Fri 12/22
Noon

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Rental cars insight and trends in Baton Rouge

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What is the cheapest rental car agency in Baton Rouge?

The cheapest rental cars in Baton Rouge are generally found through Budget. When booking with Budget, you may be able to find rental car prices for as low as $21/day. The average price to rent a car in Baton Rouge is $70/day.

What car do most people rent in Baton Rouge?

Most momondo users will rent the Kia Rio in Baton Rouge, though renting the Nissan Rogue is a popular second choice according to our data. If you’re interested in renting the Kia Rio, prices are $63 per day on average. Some users have found Kia Rio rental deals in Baton Rouge for as low as $47 per day. Nissan Rogue rentals in Baton Rouge are $75 per day on average, with some of the cheapest deals at $36 per day.

Best deals found for Baton Rouge, Louisiana car rentals

Find great deals below on a variety of popular rental car types in Baton Rouge, Louisiana
Economy$39/day
Compact$39/day
Intermediate$39/day
Standard$35/day
Full-size$45/day
Minivan$66/day
Full-size SUV$58/day
Luxury$57/day
Pickup truck$40/day
Intermediate SUV$42/day
Standard SUV$49/day
Best rates found by momondo users in the past 48 hours.

Important information about Baton Rouge car rentals

Baton Rouge is the capital of Louisiana and the second-largest city in the state. During your visit, you have to see Louisiana’s Old State Capitol turned into a museum and the current Louisiana State Capitol building with your economy car rental. As a historic stop, you can visit Magnolia Mound, a plantation house near the Mississippi River. The house is an example of the French Creole influences iconic in this part of the United States. If you’re visiting Baton Rouge in February, you probably already know they go Mardi Gras crazy in the city, especially in specific neighborhoods like Spanish Town. Prices are competitive and you should be able to find a cheap car rental in Baton Rouge. Between the airport and downtown area, there are about 20 car rental locations in Baton Rouge. When parking your Baton Rouge car rental downtown, there are various options from on-street parking to parking lots and garages.

While visiting, is it worthwhile to rent a car while visiting Baton Rouge?

Having a car rental in Baton Rouge is the best way to get around and also be able to go to attractions out of the city center. For example, if you’re up for it, the lively iconic city of New Orleans is less than a two hour drive away. For some wilderness and maybe even spotting an alligator, you can go to the BREC’s Bluebonnet Swamp just out of the city. There’s a variety of options for parking your rental car in Baton Rouge, plus, on-street parking is free after hours and on the weekends. If you’re on your way south of the city, be careful when driving along Burbank Drive as the intersection with Nicholson Drive is known to be accident-prone. When it comes to traffic, Florida Drive is Baton Rouge’s most congested road.

What different driving laws should I keep in mind while driving in Baton Rouge?

Before driving your car rental in Baton Rouge, we’ve put together a few tips and laws you may not be aware exist in Louisiana. It’s forbidden in Louisiana to wear headphones or any listening devices (except hearing aids) while driving a car. Speeding and reckless driving are the most common traffic offenses in Louisiana so please, drive safely. If you happen to be a smoker, you should know it’s illegal to smoke while there is an infant in a car seat in the vehicle with you. If you’re planning on having a drink, we suggest appointing a designated driver who won’t consume alcohol or leaving your car rental in Baton Rouge behind. Just in case, check Baton Rouge’s department of motor vehicles for any possible changes or updates you should be aware of.

Will I need a special driver’s license or permit to drive a rental car in Baton Rouge if I’m visiting from another country?

You must be 18 or older to rent a car and 25 or older for a passenger van rental in Baton Rouge. If you are visiting from out of the country, you don’t need any specific permits to pick up your vehicle. Nonetheless, if your driver’s license is not in the Latin alphabet, we suggest you have an International Driver’s Permit translating your original foreign document.


Baton Rouge, Louisiana car rental deals found on momondo

Find the rental car in Baton Rouge that's right for you

Small cars

$49 - $82

All Car Types

$86 - $125

The average price of a small car rental in Baton Rouge, the United States is $66. The cheapest time to rent a small car in Baton Rouge, the United States is in August. The price is 26% lower than the rest of the year at just $49 per day. A small car rental is typically 39% less expensive than the average rental car in Baton Rouge. The average price of a vehicle rental in Baton Rouge can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Baton Rouge small car rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a medium car rental in Baton Rouge, the United States is $74. The cheapest time to rent a medium car in Baton Rouge, the United States is in August. The price is 23% lower than the rest of the year at just $57 per day. A medium car rental is typically 32% less expensive than the average rental car in Baton Rouge. The average price of a vehicle rental in Baton Rouge can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Baton Rouge medium car rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a large car rental in Baton Rouge, the United States is $97. The cheapest time to rent a large car in Baton Rouge, the United States is in August. The price is 35% lower than the rest of the year at just $64 per day. A large car rental is typically 11% less expensive than the average rental car in Baton Rouge. The average price of a vehicle rental in Baton Rouge can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Baton Rouge large car rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a SUV rental in Baton Rouge, the United States is $105. The cheapest time to rent a SUV in Baton Rouge, the United States is in August. The price is 33% lower than the rest of the year at just $72 per day. A SUV rental is typically 2% less expensive than the average rental car in Baton Rouge. The average price of a vehicle rental in Baton Rouge can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Baton Rouge SUV rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a van rental in Baton Rouge, the United States is $150. The cheapest time to rent a van in Baton Rouge, the United States is in August. The price is 16% lower than the rest of the year at just $127 per day. A van rental is typically 29% more expensive than the average rental car in Baton Rouge. The average price of a vehicle rental in Baton Rouge can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Baton Rouge van rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a pickup truck rental in Baton Rouge, the United States is $48. The cheapest time to rent a pickup truck in Baton Rouge, the United States is in January. The price is 67% lower than the rest of the year at just $82 per day. A pickup truck rental is typically 55% less expensive than the average rental car in Baton Rouge. The average price of a vehicle rental in Baton Rouge can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Baton Rouge pickup truck rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a luxury car rental in Baton Rouge, the United States is $115. The cheapest time to rent a luxury car in Baton Rouge, the United States is in July. The price is 11% lower than the rest of the year at just $104 per day. A luxury car rental is typically 7% more expensive than the average rental car in Baton Rouge. The average price of a vehicle rental in Baton Rouge can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Baton Rouge luxury car rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a convertible rental in Baton Rouge, the United States is $152. The cheapest time to rent a convertible in Baton Rouge, the United States is in May. The price is 29% lower than the rest of the year at just $109 per day. A convertible rental is typically 30% more expensive than the average rental car in Baton Rouge. The average price of a vehicle rental in Baton Rouge can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car.

Nissan Versa Note
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

$39/day

16 Dec - 16 Jan
Nissan Versa Note
Kia Picanto
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

$39/day

16 Dec - 16 Jan
Kia Picanto
Suzuki SX4
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

$41/day

13 Dec - 20 Dec
Suzuki SX4

Baton Rouge car rental directory

All major car rental suppliers in Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Hertz

6.1
Okay
74 reviews•5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.7

Overall

6.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.2

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.5
Very good
26 reviews•8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.5

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

8.4

National

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

5.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

9.0

Avis

6.9
Okay
14 reviews•4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

7.2

Budget

6.6
Okay
28 reviews•4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.5

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

6.4

GREEN MOTION

1 location

Easirent

1 location

Sunnycars

1 location

Quick facts about car rentals in Baton Rouge

Get the overview on great rental deals, popular car rental companies, and best car types for your visit in Baton Rouge

Most Popular Agency

Hertz

Popular Car Types

Intermediate, Economy, SUV

Cheapest Rental Car

$32

Most Popular Model

Class Special Car
The most popular Baton Rouge car rental agency found on momondo this month is Hertz. Other top choices for car rental companies are Budget and Enterprise Rent-A-Car
The following car types were offered at rental car companies in Baton Rouge in the past 72 hours: Intermediate, Economy, SUV.
The lowest price for a rental car in Baton Rouge is $32/day. For this area, you can expect average prices starting from $64/day.
The most popular car model to rent in Baton Rouge in the past 7 days is the Class Special Car. Our users also prefer the Class Commercial Truck as an alternative.

Find popular attractions close to your rental car pick-up

Visit these must-see attractions near popular rental car locations in Baton Rouge

Nearby attractions:

Blue Bayou Water Park52.2 mi
Highland Road Park Observatory54.6 mi
LSU Rural Life Museum58.2 mi
Tiger Stadium62.6 mi
Alex Box Stadium62.7 mi

Nearby attractions:

Baton Rouge Zoo2.1 mi
Ace W. Mumford Stadium2.5 mi
Hollywood Casino5.7 mi
Baton Rouge River Center6.5 mi
USS Kidd (DD-661)6.6 mi

Nearby attractions:

Alex Box Stadium49.7 mi
Tiger Stadium50.0 mi
USS Kidd (DD-661)50.2 mi
Baton Rouge River Center50.4 mi
Hollywood Casino50.5 mi

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Driving with a rental car in Baton Rouge - FAQs

Learn everything there is to know about renting a car in Baton Rouge so you can be properly prepared for your next trip

How much will it cost to rent a car in Baton Rouge, Louisiana in January?

To rent a car in Baton Rouge for a weekend in January, we found prices as low as $30 with an average of $53. For a one-week car rental, Baton Rouge prices in January average $80 with the best deals starting at $31.

Is there a fee to cancel my Baton Rouge, Louisiana car rental?

The majority of the Baton Rouge car rental agencies that we partner with do not have a cancellation fee. This means that if your plans change unexpectedly, many car rental centers in Baton Rouge such as Hertz, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, and Avis often offer cancellation free of charge based on when you booked.

What is the best type of car to rent in Baton Rouge during January?

When traveling to Baton Rouge during the month of January, we recommend renting an Economy car in order to be best prepared for the weather and road conditions. An Economy car can handle both the wet and dry road conditions that are often seen in Baton Rouge during January, when temperatures are around 55.4 °F and precipitation is 4.8″ on average. Renting a Economy in Baton Rouge will cost you $70/day on average.

What is the speed limit in Baton Rouge, Louisiana?

Travelers who rent a car in Baton Rouge should be aware that the city’s speed limit is 25 mph. Suburban speed limits around Baton Rouge are generally 75 mph, whereas speed limits on highways are 75 mph. Keep in mind that speeds may change depending on what road you’re traveling on, so be on the lookout for posted signage.

What car rental company has the Tesla Model Y in Baton Rouge?

What is the weather like in Baton Rouge, LA in December?

Those looking for a rental car in Baton Rouge during the month of December should expect temperatures to be around 53.6 °F and should expect around 5.2″ of precipitation. This information can be helpful when choosing which car you’d like to rent.

Is the weather in Baton Rouge similar to the rest of Louisiana?

Those looking to rent a car in Baton Rouge for a road trip to the surrounding areas, please know the weather in Louisiana during the month of December usually is around 51.8 °F with 5.2″ of possible rain.

When did momondo last update prices for cars in Baton Rouge?

Prices for cars in Baton Rouge are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for cars in Baton Rouge?

How old do you have to be to hire a car in Baton Rouge?

The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including Baton Rouge. In many EU countries drivers must be 18 years old. As a rule, you’ll need to be 21 to hire a car abroad, and a young driver surcharge may be applied if you are under 25. We recommend reading through the policy of your chosen rental company before booking.

What documentation or ID do you need to rent a car in Baton Rouge?

To rent a car in Baton Rouge, all drivers must present a valid full driving license. If the license is written in a language other than the language of the country of rental, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're renting a car abroad, you may also need to provide evidence of your return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend that you verify with the specific rental company you're booking with.


Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to book a car rental in Baton Rouge?

You should use momondo to book a car rental in Baton Rouge because it could save you time and money. momondo fetches and allows you to compare car rental prices and policies from thousands of car rental websites.

How does momondo help me find the best car rental deal in Baton Rouge?

momondo makes it easier for you to find great car rentals in Baton Rouge, by allowing you to refine your search with numerous filtering options. You can narrow your selection by looking at price, car type, location and more.

Does momondo show car rental deals in Baton Rouge with free cancellation?

Yes momondo does have a filter to only highlight car rental deals which offer free cancellation. This filter is available for all car rental searches on momondo including those for cars in Baton Rouge.

Can I rent a car with a fair fuel policy in Baton Rouge on momondo?

Yes, fair fuel policies are a specific filter offered on momondo for all car rental locations including Baton Rouge.

Can I find a car rental in Baton Rouge which offers enhanced cleaning on momondo?

You certainly can. momondo has a dedicated filter for enhanced cleaning services for all car rental locations including Baton Rouge.

Can I search for rental cars in Baton Rouge with unlimited mileage on momondo?

Absolutely. You can specifically filter for rental car deals in Baton Rouge with unlimited mileage on momondo.


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