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Pick-up location | Chesapeake |
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Car types | Compact, Economy, Full-size, Full-size SUV, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Minivan, Pickup truck, Premium SUV, Standard, Standard SUV |
Rental locations | 11 |
Airport locations | 0 |
Popular agencies | Turo, Hertz, Enterprise Rent-A-Car |
For flexibility and navigation through narrow streets and heavy traffic, we recommend a small car. In this case, we recommend economy, compact, or convertible vehicles. However, if you are a group of more than four people, go for a full or premium SUV or a minivan.
The statutory speed limit in Chesapeake and the entire Virginia state is 55mph. Virginia is one of the few states with a relatively low-speed limit. The typical speed limit on most highways is 45mph. Unpaved roads have a maximum of 35mph, while commercial and residential areas have up to 25mph.
You can park your car at West Plaza Street Garage, Westside Garage, Boush Street Garage, and Main Street Garage, all located in Downtown Norfolk. Parking fees are affordable, going for as low as $1 an hour and about $10 a day.
On average a rental car in Chesapeake costs $66 per day. But prices differ between operators and you can save money through a price comparison of car rental deals from different agencies. The cheapest price for a car rental in Chesapeake found in the last 2 weeks is $43.
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Hertz ($39/day) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car ($40/day).
The average gas price in Chesapeake is $3.93 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between $47 and $63, depending on the car size.
Full-size (Ford Transit or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Chesapeake.
Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.
A Full Size car rental in Chesapeake costs $140 per day, on average.
A Special car rental in Chesapeake costs $49 per day, on average.
A Mini car rental in Chesapeake costs $98 per day, on average.
On average a rental car in Chesapeake costs $460 per week ($66 per day).
On average a rental car in Chesapeake costs $1,973 per month ($66 per day).
Most car rental providers in Chesapeake offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car rental in Chesapeake, check out KAYAK's car rental insurance guide.
KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 4 car rental agencies in Chesapeake.
Finding the right price, understanding the add-ons and staying up to date with policy changes can be a challenge. That’s why KAYAK has produced the ultimate guide to renting a car to help you cut though the jargon and make the right choice for your rental car. Find tips and insights for how to book your rental, what car rental insurance you’ll need, how to deal with a car rental agency and what extra fees to expect (and avoid!).
KAYAK searches thousands of car rental agencies to provide you with offers from all car rental agencies operating in Chesapeake so that you can compare car rental rates, reviews and pick-up and drop-off locations to find the best deal for you.
One of the major roads that you should avoid in Chesapeake is the Chesapeake Bay Bridge. The road is especially dangerous when there is bad weather or a violent storm which makes it hard to see the road and the shore.
The toll fee when using a car rental in Chesapeake is charged back to you as the driver. Some companies offer an E-toll service that allows you to use the city's electronic bridges, highways, and tunnels. You can also pay cash when using toll roads that have no electronic tolls.
2 locations in Chesapeake
Locations in Chesapeake
1028 Battlefield Blvd N
+1 757 312 8127
3333 Western Branch Boulevard
+1 757 638 1203
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6.0 Okay
Oct 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Mar 2021
Pros:
The staff was friendly and helpful and explained everything quite well. The car was great clean got it as expected easy to return8.0 Very good
Aug 2017
Pros:
Service at the store in Chesapeake, VA was very good. Friendly fast service. The return at Charlotte, NC airport was fast and hassle free.Cons:
Car windows were fairly dirty that made some of my tired night driving difficult. Frankly I didn't notice until the sun went down but it did make visibility more difficult than it needed to be.10.0 Wonderful
Jul 2017
Pros:
Low price. Nice car. Helpful folks4.8 Mediocre
Feb 2017
Pros:
The customer service person was a new employee but got some assistance from another staff person.Cons:
I'm still waiting for confirmation that all was good with the car upon return! Budget system was down again! My car was dirty and could've used a car washing! I took it to a car wash immediately after leaving the budget office.4.4 Mediocre
Feb 2017
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The kayak service was excellent!Cons:
Budget car was comfortable, but had acceleration problems and idled rough. Also Budget charged far more than the advertised rate on the car. Unknown what charges were added. I added coverage for the car, but charges far in excess of that.5 locations in Chesapeake
Locations in Chesapeake
1245 Cedar Rd
+1 757 548 2676
1301 S. Military Hwy.
+1 757 420 7700
1636 S Military Hwy
+1 757 361 0081
3125 Western Branch Blvd
+1 757 638 0911
927 N. Battlefield Blvd.
+1 757 549 6600
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3.6 Poor
Sep 2019
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The staff were just down right horrible. They told me they had no cars any where in the area. I was on hold with customer service for an hour and a half and the guy hung up on me. For all the hassle I went thru they didnt offer me any thing nor were they even nice. They made my whole trip a wreck.Cons:
Just dont uses them4.4 Mediocre
Jun 2019
Pros:
Car was very nice. Able to to turn in car after hours.Cons:
They were completely unprepared with my vehicle. Took a long time to fuel the vehicle, clean it, process the paperwork. They didn't answer the phones when I called ahead of time to ensure they were getting it ready. I waited 45min-1 hour after my reservation time to get my vehicle. Not happy.6.4 Okay
Jul 2016
Pros:
Vehicle was great for our trip.Cons:
Pick up included a very long wait and the customer service reps were unorganized.1.9 Poor
Aug 2021
10.0 Wonderful
Aug 2021
2 locations in Chesapeake
Locations in Chesapeake
1700 Parkview Dr Ste 1765
+1 757 424 8034
3400 Western Branch Blvd
+1 757 210 4596
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6.0 Okay
Mar 2021
Pros:
The price.Cons:
Office space is very shabby and dirty. Car smelled strongly of air fresheners and the high touch surfaces didn't seem to have been cleaned well. I think I somehow lucked out with not too much trouble but I won't be trying my luck at this Hertz again.10.0 Wonderful
Feb 2021
Pros:
Very nice staff people.Cons:
Rather it be cleaned more carefully ahead of time, but when we complained, the staff person was very courteous, and she cleaned it as best she could.2.0 Poor
Jul 2019
Pros:
Pick up was a nightmare. I mistakenly rented the car from an off-site, not at the airport, and was told I could cancel it and WOULD get a refund. We canceled and rented the car FROM the Hertz kiosk at the Norfolk, VA airport. I HAVE NOT GOTTEN MY REFUND YET!!! I've called several times!!!Cons:
DO NOT RENT FROM HERTZ!! There are better, more honest, more helpful companies. This one will NOT give me my refund!!!3.2 Poor
Jun 2019
Pros:
The radio was niceCons:
The cleanliness of the car10.0 Wonderful
Jul 2018
Pros:
He didn't take a ton of time. He could.see that I was a gold member and got me out the door.9.6 Wonderful
Feb 2017
Pros:
Great location and staff. Friendly and knowledgeable. Quality cars.Cons:
The car was a bit dirty inside but not awful.2 locations in Chesapeake
Locations in Chesapeake
1028 Battlefield Blvd N
+1 757 312 0516
3333 Western Branch Boulevard
+1 757 484 2951
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2.0 Poor
Oct 2022
8.0 Very good
Aug 2022