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Top tips for hiring a car in Harlingen
- Car rentals in Harlingen ensure you can manage your trip conveniently as you navigate this city. You can utilize your Harlingen car rental to get to nearby sites, such as the Harlingen Arts and Heritage Museum that sits around 3.3 miles from the town center. If you travel with friends and workmates, you can drive a bit further to the Lower Rio Grande Valley National Wildlife Refuge, located approximately 12.6 miles from central Harlingen. You can visit the Freddy Gonzalez Memorial Park Splash Playground in the neighboring Edinburg city, needing you to drive for about 39 miles from Harlingen in your rented vehicle.
- There are two major airports providing access to Harlingen, the Valley International Airport located around 4 miles away and the Brownsville South Padre Island International Airport, approximately 29 miles from the central city. The Valley International Airport has a center for car rentals in Harlingen containing several brands available at the airport, such as Avis, Enterprise, and National. You can reach their counters inside the terminal by taking the escalator to the lower level and finding them across from the Baggage Claim. Additionally, you can also take a shuttle that runs every 15min outside the Baggage Claim area for an approximately 2min ride to the Dollar, Hertz, and Budget renting areas. Besides this, the Brownsville South Padre Island International Airport also features a Rental Car Center with different companies, including Enterprise, National, and Avis. You can locate their desks on your left after exiting security. Do note that National and Enterprise service from the same counter.
- Harlingen has a comprehensive road network, including interstate highways, freeways, and streets that promote comfortable access to different areas. However, you may choose to add a GPS to your vehicle to maneuver the interconnected pathways without getting lost. You can occasionally come across some jaywalkers, so stay watchful of pedestrians as you drive.
- Traffic can get busy along the freeways such as Interstate 69E and highways like US 83, causing considerable delays during the rush hour that generally starts around 5pm. The city can get particularly cold during winter with rain and lower temperatures. Nonetheless, the absence of snow enables you to travel with ease whenever you choose to stay in Harlingen.
- Book your rental car in Harlingen at least 6 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price
FAQs about renting a car in Harlingen
What type of car is recommended for driving in Harlingen?
Many Harlingen residents have cars, and the limited parking garages make it ideal to have a small-sized car to move around small spaces with ease. Nevertheless, the well-connected roads make it convenient to drive to and from the city without ground clearance issues.
What’s the speed limit in Harlingen?
Most Harlingen streets have a 30mph speed limit. If you drive along roads within urban districts without posted signs, the Texas law provides a universal restriction of around 30mph. When driving in alleys within the urban district, the limit is roughly 15mph. Limitation on the highways outside the urban district is around 60mph, dropping to approximately 55mph at night. This speed limit increases to approximately 70mph when using a highway numbered by state outside the urban district. These highways require you to reduce your speed to about 65mph during nighttime travel.
Where are the best places to park in Harlingen?
The Valley International Airport's parking area offers a spacious remote lot for a long-term utility that charges around $5 per day with the first 30min free. You can also get a short-term option at the close-in lot with a daily maximum rate of approximately $10.
How much is the price of fuel in Harlingen?
The average price of fuel in Harlingen is $6.93 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of uel costs between $83 and $111, depending on the car size.
How can I find car hires near me in Harlingen?
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
How much does an Intermediate car hire cost in Harlingen?
An Intermediate car hire in Harlingen costs $70 per day, on average.
How much does a Compact car hire cost in Harlingen?
A Compact car hire in Harlingen costs $76 per day, on average.
How much does an Economy car hire cost in Harlingen?
An Economy car hire in Harlingen costs $78 per day, on average.
Harlingen car rental reviews and directory
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
8.0
Very Good
44 reviewsCleanliness
8.0
Comfort
8.2
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.5
Value for money
7.8
3 locations in Harlingen
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6.0 Okay
Apr 2021
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I thought the staff was nice, and the car was available on shot notice after my other rental company canceled a few days prior to my trip.Cons:
The car smelled like cigarettes, and it never really went away.8.0 Very Good
Apr 2021
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Pickup/drop off right in the airport and very easy.4.0 Mediocre
Apr 2021
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No cars ready. Had to wait for over an hour for someone to turn in a car. They overbooked reservations. There were 10 people in same boat with me. Delay Delay Another Delay. They did not say sorry or offer discount.10.0 Wonderful
Sep 2020
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Everything was just fine.Cons:
If the car could fly.4.8 Mediocre
Jul 2020
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The staff member was very helpful and friendly.Cons:
The vehicle was smaller that what we ordered and it reeked of cigarette smoke. My husband had severe allergies and the smoke caused a serious reaction. It took a bottle of Fabreeze and quite a bit of work to rid the smell for the return trip to the airport. My husband was not able to be in the car for the entire week that we had it.9.6 Wonderful
Oct 2019
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Staff was very friendly and helpful. They even told me the best places to eat in town.Cons:
Communication on the website while booking of exactly what insurance coverage, mileage, etc you were allowed or paying forBudget
7.9
Good
30 reviewsCleanliness
7.7
Comfort
8.2
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.1
Value for money
7.9
One location in Harlingen
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1.9 Poor
Jun 2021
7.6 Good
Feb 2020
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Friendly staff. Got lucky with shuttle back to airport - did not have to wait too long. Good value.Cons:
The car was very worn for only having 12,000 miles. Lot's of dings and dents, stained seats, chipped windshield. May I was at Rent-a-Wreck? But it ran fine and no issue with how the car operated.10.0 Wonderful
Oct 2019
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My entire experience was fantastic2.0 Poor
May 2019
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Nothing.Cons:
They decided to change the terms last minute10.0 Wonderful
Jun 2018
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Quick with no hasslesCons:
Na3.2 Poor
May 2018
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I liked the vehicle, Black Mitsubishi Outlander Drives niceCons:
Filthy on inside Filthy on outside we actually stopped and had to wash the windows as the vehicle had been wiped with a water cloth that left TONS of streaks everywhere that we couldn't see out Had garbage / used kleenex inside car / had used rags stuffed in the doors that someone used for cleaning / sand everywhere The car was 4 miles from airport and they didn't open til 9:00 and we had to be at our plane at 8:30...nearly missed plane BAD EXPERIENCE...WILL NEVER RENT HERE AGAIN!!Avis
7.8
Good
17 reviewsCleanliness
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.1
Value for money
7.6
One location in Harlingen
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2.0 Poor
Apr 2021
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Nothing. AwfulCons:
You could have given me my car. Instead they gave it away before my arrival6.0 Okay
Jan 2021
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Staff was super friendly, very helpful and quick with getting me on my wayCons:
I rented a midsize car and got a minivan2.0 Poor
Sep 2020
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nothingCons:
My flight landed at :6:15 pm, and hey were closed at 5 pm?9.2 Wonderful
Jan 2020
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the staff was fine and the drop off was smooth.Cons:
price seemed higher than in some other areas.10.0 Wonderful
Dec 2019
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Super staff and serviceCons:
Perfect10.0 Wonderful
May 2018
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GREAT experience with the Avis team in Harlingen, TX: half an hour after I returned the car, they discovered a rather important key on the floor that had fallen from my pocket. They called immediately to notify me and I was able to get back to the rental desk in time to retrieve it and still make my flight. Can't say enough for the professionalism, courtesy, and diligence of this branch.Dollar
7.1
Good
20 reviewsCleanliness
7.3
Comfort
7.6
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.6
Value for money
6.6
One location in Harlingen
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10.0 Wonderful
Feb 2021
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Staff in HRL was friendly and helpful9.2 Wonderful
Oct 2020
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a car was available as requestedCons:
add customer service reps during peek hours8.0 Very Good
Oct 2020
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I was promised a full-size car and one was not available.10.0 Wonderful
Sep 2017
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Customer service was excellent.9.6 Wonderful
Jun 2017
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Very comfortable, met our needs. Smooth ride.Cons:
We were told it had internet, but rental car agency were not aware internet was locked, it was requesting a password. We were not aware of this until we were on the road. Called car rental agency and they were not aware of this either. Other than that, everything was excellent.8.0 Very Good
Mar 2017
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Rep was understanding and gave me a different rental when the original was dirty and the tire was missing hub cap.Cons:
The original car Toyota carolla was dirty on the inside. As if someone had been eating and left crumbs all over the front. I should've figured when as soon as I saw the car the front driver side tire was missing its hub cap. It was just a black rim.Hertz
6.8
Okay
19 reviewsCleanliness
7.6
Comfort
6.9
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.9
Value for money
6.4
One location in Harlingen
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8.0 Very Good
May 2021
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The person that assisted me was friendly and great! The wait was quite long but everything else was great.10.0 Wonderful
Apr 2021
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Pick up and drop off was super easy, especially for a one-way rental. Loved the make and model we were given.2.0 Poor
Feb 2021
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NothingCons:
We got to the airport. Hertz was closed. No car. We couldn’t get through on th phone. We were stranded. I get Texas is historically bad right now, but a call, or not taking the reservation would have been great2.0 Poor
Oct 2017
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We added a driver. Only needed for 4 days. Had to pay for 11. Was charged 39.00 for tax/fees on 148.00. Total rip off!! Most car rental business charge less!6.8 Okay
Jan 2017
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easy to find the box and return the keysCons:
It was a long walk with our luggage to the key return place from the car drop off. Still haven't heard back from Hertz about the return being processed.2.0 Poor
Oct 2016
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NothingNational
6.0
Okay
3 reviewsCleanliness
6.0
Comfort
6.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.0
Value for money
6.0
One location in Harlingen
Easirent
3.8
Poor
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One location in Harlingen
Sunnycars
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One location in Harlingen