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Iowa City Car Rental & Nearby Locations

  • Address:

    265 Stevens Dr

    Phone:

    (1) 319-351-4529

    Location Type:

    Licensee

    Hours of Operation:

    Mon - Fri 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM; Sat 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM

    Free pickup service available

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  • Address:

    2121 Arthur Collins Pkwy Sw

    Phone:

    (1) 319-366-6434

    Location Type:

    Licensee

    Hours of Operation:

    Sun 9:00 AM - 12:00 AM; Mon - Fri 7:30 AM - 12:00 AM; Sat 9:30 AM - 7:30 PM

    If flying in, the rental counter is within the terminal with a short walk to the car lot.

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Rent a Car in Iowa City, Iowa

Grab a car rental in Iowa City, and get ready to fall in love with the Midwest! Home to the University of Iowa, Iowa City brings in people from all around the country. While you’re here, you can tour campus, or venture over to the nearby German town of Guttenberg. And for those who like history, you’ll love visiting the Old Capitol Museum. 

If you’re looking for cheap rental cars in Iowa City, Budget has you covered. Don’t forget that you can save a lot of time by picking up your rental at our Eastern Iowa Airport car rental location.

 

Iowa City Travel Tips

  1. Looking for a road trip? Follow I-80 west to Des Moines. You should get there in under two hours. Or travel east on I-80 and I-88 to get to Chicago, approximately three and a half hours away.   

  2. It hardly ever gets above 85 degrees in Iowa. Bring a light jacket if you tend to get cold easily.

      

Popular Rental Options

When it comes to Iowa City, Iowa, rental cars, Budget knows best. When you visit Budget, you’ll find a variety of rental vehicles at low, affordable prices. 

 

  • Compact Cars: Get ready to save money and fuel with a compact car. With a rental on hand, you can make a visit to the Devonian Fossil Gorge.

  • 12-Passenger Vans: Whether you’re a Girl Scout troop or a group of friends, you can take a 12-passenger van and go camping at Palisades-Kepler State Park. 

  • Minivans: Travel as a group in a minivan rental to Terry Trueblood Recreation Area and enjoy an afternoon on the lake. 

See all available rental cars in Iowa City by filling out the form above and clicking, “Select My Car.” Book your reservation today!

Iowa City Tourist Attractions

Amana Colonies

With a car rental in Iowa City, you can travel over to the authentic Amana Colonies. Step into a different environment as you experience German ambiance and traditions. Visit any of the seven villages and stock up on German goodies, drinks, and souvenirs.  

The Iowa Children's Museum

Rent a car so you can enjoy year-round fun at the Iowa Children’s Museum. Let the kids learn and develop as they explore through various interactive exhibits. The museum provides a safe space for your children to climb, build, and work together.