Save up to 45%Compare multiple travel sites with one search.
Free to useThere are no hidden charges or fees.
Filter your dealsFilter by car type, brand and more. Instantly customise your results.
Book with flexibilityUse our "free cancellation" filter for maximum flexibility at no extra cost.
An ideal choice for car rentals in Saint Paul is an all-wheel drive midsized vehicle. This will give you more control during winter driving while allowing you the maneuverability to get around busy city streets during heavy traffic. All-wheel drive is easier to use for inexperienced winter drivers than four-wheel drive, as the rotation rate of the tires adjusts to your turns and makes the drive smoother.
The speed limit throughout downtown Saint Paul is 25mph. If driving through residential streets, the speed limit drops to 20mph, as the city is pushing a "20 is Plenty" promotional campaign to ensure the streets remain safe for children and families. A majority of city-owned streets have posted limits of 25mph, but if there is not a posted sign, the limit is 20mph. If you are leaving the city via highway, speed limits are 65mph in urban interstate areas and 70mph in rural interstate areas.
Parking in downtown Saint Paul ranges from about $0.50 to $2 per hour, depending on location and time of day or week. The majority of parking in the city is street parking, but there is plenty within walking distance of iconic spots, such as Union Depot Lot A near the river walk along the Mississippi River. If you are planning to park overnight in the winter, ensure that you are not parked in a spot marked "Night Plow Route," which indicates that a snowplow needs to clear that area of snow during the night. Failure to move your car might result in your vehicle being towed or covered in so much snow that you will need to shovel your way out.
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest car hires were found at Sixt ($99/day), Budget ($110/day) and Alamo ($119/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest hire car price was found at Sixt 4300 Glumack Drive 55111-3002 (12 kilometres from the city centre).
The average price of fuel in Saint Paul is $5.60 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of uel costs between $67 and $90, depending on the car size.
Full-size (Nissan Pathfinder or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Saint Paul.
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
A Full Size car hire in Saint Paul costs $128 per day, on average.
4 locations in Saint Paul
Locations in Saint Paul
1413 Hunting Valley Road
+1 651 644 9413
166 East 7th Street
+1 651 222 8562
2967 Hudson Road Suite B
+1 612 351 2776
4901 Glumack Dr
+1 612 726 5237
Filters
Show reviews that mention
Reviews
10.0 Wonderful
Lee, Sept 2024
Standard SUV
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Aug 2024
Luxury
2.0 Poor
Pete, Jul 2024
Open-air all-terrain
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Jun 2024
Intermediate SUV
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Jun 2024
Standard
2.0 Poor
David, Jun 2024
People mover
One location in Saint Paul
Locations in Saint Paul
4901 Glumack Dr
+1 833 813 5263
Filters
Show reviews that mention
Reviews
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Jul 2024
People mover
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Dec 2023
Intermediate
10.0 Wonderful
Sue, Oct 2023
Compact SUV
4.0 Mediocre
Anonymous, Apr 2021
Pros:
Price was $50 higher than the reservation.Cons:
Lower price or a better car.8.0 Very Good
Anonymous, Mar 2021
Pros:
Staff unable to check whether I could use AARP or AAA discounts at time of check-in. Said I needed a “code.” Or maybe a secret handshake?Cons:
Rental vehicle did not have a snow brush snd it snowed 2 of the 5 days I rented the vehicle. Come on - it’s Minnesota March weather madness! I was clearing dude windows with my forearms!8.0 Very Good
Anonymous, Jan 2021
Pros:
Drop off was easy. Pickup we were in a line of about 30 people. Men working hard & fast to get cars, but very backed up.One location in Saint Paul
Locations in Saint Paul
4300 Glumack Drive
+1 888 749 8227
Filters
Reviews
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Jun 2024
Full-size
8.0 Very Good
Anonymous, Nov 2022
2.0 Poor
Diane, Oct 2022
4.0 Mediocre
Timothy, Aug 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Jul 2022
2.0 Poor
Jon, Jun 2022
One location in Saint Paul
Locations in Saint Paul
4901 Glumack Drive
+1 612 866 4918
Filters
Show reviews that mention
Reviews
10.0 Wonderful
Michael, Jul 2024
Economy
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Dec 2023
Pick-up truck
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Jun 2023
Economy
2.0 Poor
Paul, Jun 2023
Full-size SUV
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Mar 2021
Cons:
I got a letter 3 weeks after the return that claimed I smoked in the car and there was excessive smoke smell. I did not smoke, never have smoked in my life. They are charging me $450 and I have petitioned their customer service multiple times. They keep escalating it to another bureaucratic level of the business to hand off the problem to the next customer service representative. I will be reporting them to the Better Business Bureau and I will be filing a consumer fraud report to the Attorney General's Office of Illinois. This company has absolutely committed fraud and is trying to find a way to book extra revenue. I will never do business with the Avis Budget group (the company that owns Payless) ever again.8.0 Very Good
Anonymous, Aug 2020
Pros:
nothing in particularCons:
nothing in particular3 locations in Saint Paul
Locations in Saint Paul
1420 Davern Street
+1 651 228 7762
240 E.kellog Blvd Suite 90
+1 651 228 7762
3900 Highway 61 North
+1 651 426 9038
Filters
Show reviews that mention
Reviews
1.9 Poor
Anonymous, Jun 2021
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, May 2021
Pros:
The process was very simple and fast. I was able to extend my reservation with one quick phone call as well.4.0 Mediocre
Anonymous, May 2021
Cons:
Over charge for everything, even for things that I don ask for, I filled the car I they charge me8.0 Very Good
Anonymous, Apr 2021
Pros:
Staff was friendly and helpful. Pick up process was fast and pretty easy.Cons:
Sensor issue with passenger seat so seat belt alarm kept going off.2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Mar 2021
Cons:
I was charged an extra $107.00 for something. I still have no idea what it was for and the receipt, which was emailed to me, does not disclose the reason for the charge. I will have to contact Hertz for an explanation. It might have been done in error but it did not apply to any extra that I agreed to pay. I am very disappointed and was quite surprised to see the amount on the emailed receipt.4.8 Mediocre
Anonymous, Nov 2020
Pros:
Staff was great both pick up an returnCons:
The car was worn and didn’t start wellOne location in Saint Paul
Locations in Saint Paul
4901 Glumack Dr
+1 833 813 5262
Filters
Reviews
10.0 Wonderful
Craig, Apr 2023
Pick-up truck
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Nov 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Jul 2021
3 locations in Saint Paul
Locations in Saint Paul
1161 University Ave W
+1 651 228 0088
395 East 7th Street
+1 651 225 9766
4901 Glumack Dr
+1 833 807 1735
Filters
Show reviews that mention
Reviews
8.0 Very Good
David, Jul 2024
Intermediate SUV
10.0 Wonderful
Steve, Mar 2024
Standard
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Dec 2023
Standard
8.0 Very Good
Raynell, Apr 2021
Pros:
Staff were super friendly and efficient. Pick up and drop off was easy. Super flexible letting us pick up early.Cons:
Blind spot warning on mirrors was not working.10.0 Wonderful
Toni, Oct 2020
Pros:
Staff is always very friendly and make every effort to serve me.Cons:
not a thing10.0 Wonderful
Toni, Sept 2020
Pros:
The car, the extremely helpful and friendly service.Cons:
I am completely satisfied with everything the Saint Paul-University Enterprise site does and provides.4 locations in Saint Paul
Locations in Saint Paul
166 East 7th Street
+1 651 917 9955
2967 Hudson Road Suite B
+1 612 351 2626
4901 Glumack Dr
+1 612 726 5220
Filters
Show reviews that mention
Reviews
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Oct 2024
Intermediate SUV
2.0 Poor
Monique, Dec 2023
People mover
6.0 Okay
Anonymous, Mar 2021
Cons:
Customer service need to get better9.6 Wonderful
Ben, Nov 2019
Pros:
Very friendly staff, super easy to pick up and drop off.Cons:
The car was a little messy. Found bits of food trapped in the cup holders and gear box.9.6 Wonderful
Michael, Nov 2019
Pros:
Friendly staff, free upgrade when reserved vehicle was unavailable.Cons:
Need to be able to contact Avis MSP directly for Lost and Found. Need option for reporting items left at Avis office. Young son forgot blue backpack with tablet computer, gift books, and art supplies. It has not yet been found. Lost and Found ID 12359969.8.4 Very Good
Anonymous, Nov 2019
Pros:
Yes, the staff was very friendly and helpful. I think that the wait in line was longer than it needed to be. But overall the experience was pleasant given that I wasn't in a hurry.Cons:
I think that the pricing should be more upfront and transparent. And after all of the fees nearly $400 was a little steep for only two days with the car. Finally, the pick up area was a valet and it wasn't well marked where I should wait. Given that the temperature was in the teens, that was an important point.One location in Saint Paul
Locations in Saint Paul
Filters
No reviews available
One location in Saint Paul
Locations in Saint Paul
461, Wilder St N
+1 612 701 9006
Filters
No reviews available
Most popular car type | Full-size |
---|
Pick-up location | Saint Paul |
---|---|
Car types | Compact, Full-size, Full-size SUV, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Luxury, People mover, Premium, Premium SUV, Standard, Standard SUV |
Hire locations | 20 |
Airport locations | 8 |
Popular agencies | Alamo, Sixt, Budget, Enterprise Rent-A-Car |