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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Lafayette

  • Car rentals in Lafayette have affordable rates, which make renting more convenient than taking a taxi from the airport to your preferred hotel. From the Lafayette Airport, you can visit the nearby attraction sites, such as the Lafayette Natural History Museum, the Zoo of Acadiana, which is approximately 8.5 miles away, or the closer Vermilionville Historical Center. Lafayette car rentals make your move within and around the city much more flexible and convenient.
  • Several car rental companies are available at the Lafayette Regional Airport, all located at 200 Terminal Drive. They include Budget, Hertz, Alamo, Thrifty, Enterprise, and Dollar. Complimentary airport shuttles are available to get you to these rental offices, and the roughly 0.6-mile trip shouldn't take more than 5min.
  • Typically, most streets and highways in Lafayette are full of bicycle traffic. When driving in Lafayette, it is essential to always be on the lookout for cyclists that share the same roadways with motorists. Always respect bike lanes in streets with sections specifically designated for cyclists. As a driver, you are advised to play your part and yield to pedestrians and cyclists at intersections and crosswalks as well. This can help mitigate a dangerous situation.
  • Traffic in Lafayette is one of the most congested in Louisiana. The high population and influx of vehicles can cause quite a frustrating gridlock on most roadways, especially during morning and evening rush hours. Expect to be stuck for a few extra minutes around 6am to 10am and 5pm to 8pm. The most congested is the I-10, along Bayou South Road. However, if you want to go to Johnson from Lafayette, you can take Congress Street to Rue du Belier to Duhon then Touchet through Broussard. It's one of the least congested routes out of Lafayette.
  • Book your car hire in Lafayette at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
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FAQs about hiring a car in Lafayette

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Lafayette?

    Most roadways in Lafayette are medium in size; therefore, a small or medium sized car is ideal for driving on most Lafayette streets. For instance, you can opt for a compact or intermediate car for five adults and space for three luggage. This is a better option than a full size or intermediate SUV with the same passenger and luggage capacity.

  • What’s the speed limit in Lafayette?

    The average speed limit that is deemed acceptable in Louisiana and, by extension, Lafayette is 75mph. That's a long 154 miles of Interstate 49. On other interstates, it's a maximum of 70mph and 65mph along multi lanes or divided highways with limited or partial access control. Urban interstates and freeways have a speed limit of 60mph, and undivided two-lane roads go for a maximum of 55mph. Therefore, the maximum speed limit is 75mph, and the minimum is 55mph. Always bear in mind that most roadways in Lafayette have speed cameras, especially along the I-10. You should always pay attention to your driving speed to ensure it's within the stipulated limit.

  • Where are the best places to park in Lafayette?

    There are several places around and within Lafayette where you can safely park your car. These include Cajun Field near the University of Louisiana at Lafayette and the Girard Park Circle parking garage. These safe parking spots cost about $5 for 2h of parking and an extra $1 per additional hour. Here you can leave your car and hop onto a transit bus to the nearby Vermilionville Historical Center or drop in at a nearby restaurant for a quick bite. Alternatively, you can park at the Lafayette Regional Airport parking lot, which offers free parking for 30min and no more than $5 per consecutive hour.

  • How much is the price of fuel in Lafayette?

    The average price of fuel in Lafayette is €3.27 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between €39 and €52, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular car hire in Lafayette?

    Intermediate (Ford Escape or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Lafayette.

  • How can I find car hires near me in Lafayette?

    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 Lafayette?

    An Intermediate car hire in Lafayette costs €54 per day, on average.

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Lafayette car rental reviews and directory 
All ratings and reviews are collected from KAYAK users with a verified car hire booking. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.

GREEN MOTION

9.1

Best rated

Cleanliness

9.5

Comfort

9.1

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.3

Value for money

9.5

One location in Lafayette

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Locations in Lafayette

401 E Pinhook road Lafayette

+1 337 237 1282

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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.4

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.5

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.2

Value for money

7.9

6 locations in Lafayette

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Locations in Lafayette

1020 Ne Evangeline Thruway

+1 337 235 6611

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1109 Ambassador Caffery Pkwy

+1 337 347 5653

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1724 E Milton Ave

+1 337 893 5885

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1800 West Pinhook Road

+1 337 237 2864

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200 Terminal Dr

+1 833 789 0962

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6879-b Johnston St

+1 337 993 8444

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Ace

8.0

Very Good

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Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

9.0

Value for money

9.0

One location in Lafayette

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Locations in Lafayette

7227 Johnston St

+1 337 210 5019

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6.0 Okay

Anonymous, Nov 2023

Passenger van

KAYAK
I was upgraded to a nicer vehicle so that was nice. I was charged more than the price i was given in my quote, a 4 percent credit card fee was added and an additional 21 dollars. The check engine light came on and went off twice on the drive . The front sensors went inoperable for part of the drive causing the cruise control to not work. Overall the ride was good and comfortable.

1 out of 1

National

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.3

Value for money

7.3

One location in Lafayette

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Locations in Lafayette

200 Terminal Dr

+1 833 789 0977

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Budget

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.5

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.4

Value for money

5.7

One location in Lafayette

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Locations in Lafayette

200 Terminal Drive Suite 139

+1 337 998 6030

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2.0 Poor

Lauren, Dec 2024

Intermediate

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I have a major card— visa! After waiting my turn for a long period of time the rental facility (I did the pre-check in), I misunderstood that this visa debit would not work at the particular location and other locations accepting debit near me had closed though I could not have know this beforehand. I entered my card info at the time of booking days in advance so I should have know this was a problem. I ended up cancelling the reservation and this seriously impeded plans. The wording in emails is not consistently explaining “only major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, etc) no debit cards at this location. This card must be in the renters name.” Suggestion: There seems to be toggles and filters for so many things, how about the payment method?

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Sept 2024

Supplier choice

KAYAK
Friendly easy service

4.0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Sept 2024

Luxury

KAYAK
There were entire categories of vehicles on the website which were not in stock at this location.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Feb 2024

People carrier

KAYAK
Van stopped on me a mile from the place. Call roadside service it took 2 hours to send me someone. Then the they finally came it was a pop a lot car, I was in the car I needed a toll truck. The guy tried to jump start the van he couldn’t find the battery my God. The guy at the desk was not friendly at all after all that he didn’t say sorry that happened. God bless him

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Oct 2023

Intermediate

KAYAK
Great service Car wasnt very clean

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

The staff was friendly and helpful. Pick up and drop off was easy.

Cons:

I thought it was pricey but it was the cheapest option, so could just be that I don’t rent card very often.

1 out of 5

Alamo

Cleanliness

4.0

Comfort

6.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.0

Value for money

6.0

One location in Lafayette

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Locations in Lafayette

200 Terminal Dr

+1 833 789 0976

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Hertz

Cleanliness

5.5

Comfort

5.3

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.0

Value for money

5.3

4 locations in Lafayette

Locations in Lafayette

1700 W Pinhook Road

+1 337 233 2313

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200 Terminal Dr Ste #104

+1 337 233 7010

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5643 Johnston St

+1 337 989 8615

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814 Eraste Landry Road

+1 337 237 9663

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2.0 Poor

Gary, Mar 2024

Supplier choice

KAYAK
Employee didn't know how to process my reservation with Apple Card. They were out of the type of car I reserved so gave me something very different and I didn't even know how to operate it and they didn't explain anything. I had to call Hertz to request a no-show refund because the employee just made a new transaction when he couldn't figure out how to use my actual reservation. Then all those delays with the card caused us to miss the event we were renting the car to go to so we had to waste a couple hours to do the event at a different time. It was really dissappointing.

2.0 Poor

Robert, Feb 2024

Intermediate

KAYAK
My reservation with Hertz on KAYAK never got to them… I got all the way over there and they had no cars…

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jun 2022

KAYAK
It was easy, quick and price was reasonable.

10.0 Wonderful

Raymond, Dec 2021

KAYAK
Our trip was trouble free. We had a great drive

4.0 Mediocre

Jillian, Nov 2021

KAYAK
The girl in Lafayette where I rented the car was extremely nice. The Hertz people in Nashvlle when dropping the car off were extremely RUDE. The car was ok not super comfortable but ok. The rAtes are outrageous. Also, I paI’d ahead for the car with a major credit card. You guy putting another $200 hold on my acct for days is unacceptable. I had already paid for the car. Ridiculous and I don’t like being told that AFTER I’ve already rented the car. I have insurance. No reason to do that.

2.0 Poor

Chris, May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

They are scam artist behind the counter at LFT. They literally had the audacity to try to charge me for a broken windshield that I did not break. They have no cameras around the rental car area yet claimed it was my fault. Absolute trash employees and trash company, I will never rent from hertz ever again.

Avis

Cleanliness

5.4

Comfort

5.5

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.3

Value for money

5.3

One location in Lafayette

Locations in Lafayette

200 Terminal Drive Suite 139

+1 337 988 6030

Monday08:00 - 17:30
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1.9 Poor

Anonymous, Jun 2021

KAYAK
Nothing

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

No we waited in line for an hour to find out they did not have our reservation

Cons:

Notify people ahead of time the vehicles may not be available

10.0 Wonderful

Ann, May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

The staff was very friendly and went out of his way for me to find it quickly and easily in parking lot.

Cons:

I couldn’t find the manuel

2.0 Poor

Michelle, Nov 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

I reserved a convertible because we needed a parade car for my daughter. They confirmed the car in advance, but once I got there, NO CONVERTIBLE. The person working the counter was not the friendliest and acted as if it was not their problem. Very Disappointed with the whole experience.

Thrifty

Cleanliness

1.9

Comfort

1.9

Pick-up/Drop-off

1.9

Value for money

1.9

One location in Lafayette

Locations in Lafayette

200 Terminal Drive

+1 877 283 0898

Monday09:00 - 12:00
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U-Save

4.6

Mediocre

One location in Lafayette

Locations in Lafayette

Lafayetee, 1413 Jefferson Street

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Ace Rental Cars

No score available yet

One location in Lafayette

Locations in Lafayette

7227 Johnston St

+1 337 210 5019

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Sunnycars

No score available yet

One location in Lafayette

Locations in Lafayette

200 Terminal Drive

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VIPCars Recommendation

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One location in Lafayette

Locations in Lafayette

200 Terminal Dr, Lafayette, , USA Louisiana

+1 914 368 0091

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76 travellers who hired a car in Lafayette gave the car agency they used an average rating of 5.0

Car hire locations in or near Lafayette

Good to know

Most popular car type

Intermediate

When to book a car hire in Lafayette

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Car hire insurance in Lafayette

Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) & Theft Protection Waiver

Some Lafayette car providers already include Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) and Theft Protection Waiver into the hire price but not all of them. We recommend always be aware of your coverage when hiring a car in Lafayette.

Deductible

Keep in mind that car hire insurances often have a deductible clause, which is the amount you’ll have to pay if something happens during the time of your hire. If you want to avoid unwanted surprises, you should consider adding a no-deductible option to your Lafayette car hire.

Lafayette car hire information

Pick-up locationLafayette
Car types
Hire locations21
Airport locations9

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