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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in South Bend?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in South Bend and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 19 April 2025.

January

$107

February

$106

March

$116

April

$116

May

$127

June

$133

July

$136

August

$121

September

$121

October

$114

November

$117

December

$112

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in South Bend is February. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Top rental agencies in South Bend

Explore the leading car hire agencies in South Bend known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in South Bend. Reviews were last updated on 19 April 2025.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in South Bend, including Budget, National and Enterprise Rent-A-Car. Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in South Bend, including Budget, National and Enterprise Rent-A-Car.

Budget

6.1
Okay
31 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

5.9

Comfort

6.5

Overall

6.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.3

National

10.0
Wonderful
1 review•1 location
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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.8
Good
10 reviews•3 locations
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Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.7

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

8.4

Alamo

7.8
Good
6 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

7.8

Avis

7.3
Good
6 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

6.9

Dollar

5.5
Fair
2 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

5.5

Comfort

5.5

Overall

5.5

Pick-up/drop-off

5.5

Value

5.5

Hertz

1 location
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Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

2.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

2.0

Easirent

1 location
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Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in South Bend, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 19 April 2025.

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in South Bend?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, National (10.0 rating), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7.8 rating) and Avis (7.3 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in South Bend.

  • What are petrol prices like in South Bend?

    The average price of petrol in South Bend is $1.52/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $68 and $98 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in South Bend for the best price?

    Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting your vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 61% on your car hire. For a below average price in South Bend, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 55 days in advance.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in South Bend?

    Yes, renting a vehicle in South Bend for a month is certainly possible.

  • What car do most people hire in South Bend?

    The most popular car to hire while in South Bend is the Nissan Rogue, which is a Standard vehicle.

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