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How far in advance should I hire a car in Brainerd?

To get the best deal on a rental car in Brainerd, book about 75 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around $72, which is about 16% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the best car rental company in Brainerd?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Brainerd is Alamo (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review). National (rated 9.3/10) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Brainerd?

At Brainerd, the best time to rent a car is at January, with an average daily rate of just $100. Conversely, October is the priciest month, averaging $187 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Brainerd, the best time to rent a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just $100. Conversely, October is the priciest month, averaging $187 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

$100

February

$107

March

$100

April

$166

May

$118

June

$138

July

$156

August

$154

September

$161

October

$187

November

$143

December

$151

What car do most people hire in Brainerd?

Compact cars (Hyundai Kona, for example) are the most popular in Brainerd. SUV (Hyundai Kona) and Intermediate (Toyota Corolla) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Brainerd.

Which car hire company has the most locations in Brainerd?

Hertz has 3 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Enterprise Rent-A-Car has the second-highest number of locations in Brainerd at 2.

Top rental agencies in Brainerd

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Brainerd known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 7 car hire companies in Brainerd. Reviews were last updated on 2 July 2025.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the Brainerd area such as Alamo, National and Hertz. Skim reviews, rental company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

Alamo

10.0
Wonderful
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

9.0

National

1 location

Hertz

3 locations

Easirent

1 location

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

1 review2 locations

Sunnycars

1 location

VIPCars Recommendation

1 location

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Brainerd, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 2 July 2025.
  • Can I rent a car for a month in Brainerd?

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

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