Car rentals in Downtown, Pittsburgh

Based on our data, the cost to rent a car in Downtown is $49 per day on average. However, you might be able to find rental car deals as low as $40 per day which is a 56% difference from the highest price per day at $89.

The cheapest rental car company in Downtown is Hertz at $40/day. Other affordable options found in the past 72 hours include Dollar at $42/day and Thrifty at $43/day. These rates may be different depending on what neighborhood you plan on visiting and the type of car you rent.

The best rental car company in Downtown is Hertz. This is based on an average momondo customer rating of 6.9/10 from 14 reviews. If you are planning a trip to Downtown, you will be able to find Hertz at 4 locations in the neighborhood.

Intermediate or similar cars are the most popular type of car to rent in Downtown, with 26% of our users choosing this type over other options. Renting Intermediate cars in Downtown costs, on average, $63/day. Keep in mind that prices may fluctuate based on when you visit, what neighborhood you stay in, and what agency you rent from.

At the moment, the cheapest neighborhoods to rent a car in Pittsburgh are Crafton Heights and Stanton Heights from Sixt and Hertz, respectively. Sixt in Crafton Heights has average rental rates of $36/day while Hertz in Stanton Heights offers rentals for $40/day on average.

Consider renting a car in Downtown for 2 days, which is the most popular length of time people tend to spend in the neighborhood. The average daily rental cost for 2 days is $75. Weekend and 1-week-long rentals will average a total of $565 and $343, respectively. For your more long-term car rental needs, a 1-month-long Downtown car rental will cost $2,047 in total on average.

The most ideal time of year to rent a car is in February, which is when prices are often the cheapest. Our users have found rental car prices averaging $45 per day when booking in February. In contrast, July is the least ideal time to rent a car. Prices in Downtown during this month tend to be $101 per day on average. Don’t forget to book your Downtown car rental at least 8 days in advance for the best deals.

Prices for cars in Downtown were last updated today.

As of April 2025, there are 14 operators available to choose from for cars in Downtown.

The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including Downtown. 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.

To rent a car in Downtown, all drivers must have 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 proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We recommend that you verify with the specific rental company you're booking with.