How much is gas price in Boulder?

The average gas price in Boulder is C$ 4.71 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between C$ 57 and C$ 75, depending on the car size. Search rental cars on KAYAK

What is the most popular rental car in Boulder?

Intermediate (Toyota RAV4 or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Boulder. Search rental cars on KAYAK

Which car rental companies are at Denver Intl airport (DEN)?

Car rental companies onsite at Denver Intl airport include Routes Car & Truck Rentals, Fox, NU Car, Sixt, Hertz, Budget, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Economy Rent a Car and Europcar. Search rental cars on KAYAK

Which car rental companies will pick you up at Denver Intl airport (DEN)?

Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Denver Intl airport to off-airport locations include Fox, Sixt, Hertz, Budget, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Europcar. Search rental cars on KAYAK

How can I find car rentals near me in Boulder?

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How much does an Intermediate car rental cost in Boulder?

An Intermediate car rental in Boulder costs C$ 105 per day, on average. Search rental cars on KAYAK

How much does a Standard car rental cost in Boulder?

A Standard car rental in Boulder costs C$ 76 per day, on average. Search rental cars on KAYAK

How much does a Full Size car rental cost in Boulder?

A Full Size car rental in Boulder costs C$ 169 per day, on average. Search rental cars on KAYAK

What type of car is recommended for driving in Boulder?

Like most cities in the U.S., Boulder is blessed with wide roads and large parking spaces. Fortunately for drivers who prefer large vehicles, this means they will have no problem renting even the largest of cars. However, if you plan on embarking on any road trips or would like to be mindful of your carbon footprint, it may be worth renting a smaller vehicle that is more fuel efficient. Search rental cars on KAYAK

What’s the speed limit in Boulder?

Residential areas in Boulder feature speed limits of 20 to 35 mph, while urban roads feature speed limits of 35 to 55 mph. Rural roads, on the other hand, range from 55 to 65 mph. Interstates and highways in Boulder have speed limits of up to 75 mph. Search rental cars on KAYAK

Where are the best places to park in Boulder?

Streetside parallel parking should basically suit your needs for most parts of Boulder, including the downtown area. Additionally, the majority of businesses such as restaurants and shopping centers will have ample parking available for customers. For paid parking such as in garages or private lots, the average cost is around $1.25 per hour for the first three hours and rates variably go up from there. Search rental cars on KAYAK

Which is the best place to rent a vehicle in Boulder?

If flying in, Denver International Airport is the most convenient rental location. However, downtown Boulder also has a rental car center that offers cheap car rentals in Boulder. SIXT and Enterprise offer a wide fleet of vehicles for rent. The former is along Baseline Road Suite, while the latter is along Mapleton Avenue. Budget also has a rental counter on Meadows Shopping Center. Search rental cars on KAYAK

Are there toll roads in Boulder?

Yes, Boulder car rentals will pay tolls on the I-25, one of the US 36 Express Lanes connecting the city to Denver. Go-Pass Tag or Express Toll electronic payments are accepted. Moreover, the route from DEN airport to Boulder has three toll roads: Northwest Parkway, Colorado E470 N, and Boulder/Ft. Collins Road. Search rental cars on KAYAK

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Chevrolet Spark

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C$ 41/day

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C$ 41/day

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C$ 44/day

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C$ 49/day

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C$ 93/day

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C$ 116/day

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C$ 37/day

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PaulOct 2024

A bit far out of the city

RebeccaAug 2024

I selected the option to return the (fully electric) car at any charge level, with no prior experience running/recharging electric vehicles. It was well worth the price I paid for that add-on!

Boulder truly is a city for cars and visitors are highly recommended to rent a vehicle during their time in the city. This is especially the case if you plan on taking in any of the natural scenery around Boulder, such as the Flatirons. The Flatirons are one Boulder’s most iconic sights and are just a 2-mile or 8-minute drive from the city center, but they are only accessible via personal vehicle.
Chances are good that step one of your itinerary is to pick up your rental car upon arriving in Boulder. For travelers with flights landing at Denver International Airport, you can reach the rental car facilities via the airport’s rental shuttle, which picks passengers up from outside of Jeppesen Terminal on Level 5 at Island 4.
One thing to keep in mind when visiting Boulder is that the mountains during winter are often full of snow. Visitors of the area should keep that in mind when planning itineraries, as a sudden snowfall can often lead the roads to get bogged down in the early morning before the snow plows have had a chance to clear them. In the case of snowy mountain roads, just make sure to drive carefully and be aware that it will take your car longer than normal to slow down.
Rush hour traffic in Boulder, while not as severe as neighboring Denver, is still worth avoiding if possible. Congestion picks up during the morning rush hour from 6:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m., then starts back up in the afternoon at around 4:00 p.m. and slows down again at about 7:00 p.m. I-25 is one of the major congestion culprits in Boulder and those who do not want to get caught up in traffic should avoid it during rush hour.
The outskirts of Boulder have narrow mountain roads, so the law requires vehicles traveling downhill to yield to those traveling uphill. Never drink and drive cheap car rentals in Boulder, as it is illegal. The BAC of adults is 0.08%, 0.02% for drivers below 21 years, and 0.04% for commercial drivers. It is also illegal to wear earbuds or headphones while operating a vehicle. Keep smartphones aside while driving to avoid distractions that can jeopardize the safety of others on the road. If you need to make an urgent call or send urgent texts, pull aside on the road at an appropriate location and do so. Ensure all occupants in your vehicle have fastened safety belts before you take off.
The drive from the Denver International Airport car rental center to Boulder takes about 45min and covers about 40 miles using the Colorado E470 N route. From the airport, join the New Castle Street Road onto Pena Boulevard. Turn onto Colorado E470 N and follow it to the Northwest Parkway and Denver Boulder Turnpike. Turn onto Colorado Avenue, follow it to Folsom Street, Arapahoe Avenue, and join onto 19th Street leading to Boulder. The Denver Boulder Turnpike route increases your travel duration to about 55min.
Grab 4×4 Boulder car rentals and embark on scenic drives across any terrain. 4×4 rentals best handle the 55 miles of road winding through some of Colorado’s mountain terrain to the Peak to Peak Scenic Drive. The drive from Boulder to these national forest lands takes about 1h 30min. Moreover, you can take a 1h drive to the Rocky Mountain National Park via Highway 36. The Eldorado Canyon State Park is about 20min away by car via Highway 93. Highway 72 takes you to the picturesque Coal Creek Canyon from Highway 93. Head south on Highway 93 for about 40min to the Flatirons Vista Trailhead.
Book your rental car in Boulder at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
Intermediate rental cars in Boulder are around 55% cheaper than other car types, on average

What type of car is recommended for driving in Boulder?
Like most cities in the U.S., Boulder is blessed with wide roads and large parking spaces. Fortunately for drivers who prefer large vehicles, this means they will have no problem renting even the largest of cars. However, if you plan on embarking on any road trips or would like to be mindful of your carbon footprint, it may be worth renting a smaller vehicle that is more fuel efficient.
What’s the speed limit in Boulder?
Residential areas in Boulder feature speed limits of 20 to 35 mph, while urban roads feature speed limits of 35 to 55 mph. Rural roads, on the other hand, range from 55 to 65 mph. Interstates and highways in Boulder have speed limits of up to 75 mph.
Where are the best places to park in Boulder?
Streetside parallel parking should basically suit your needs for most parts of Boulder, including the downtown area. Additionally, the majority of businesses such as restaurants and shopping centers will have ample parking available for customers. For paid parking such as in garages or private lots, the average cost is around $1.25 per hour for the first three hours and rates variably go up from there.
How much is gas price in Boulder?
The average gas price in Boulder is C$ 4.71 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between C$ 57 and C$ 75, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular rental car in Boulder?
Intermediate (Toyota RAV4 or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Boulder.
Which car rental companies are at Denver Intl airport (DEN)?
Car rental companies onsite at Denver Intl airport include Routes Car & Truck Rentals, Fox, NU Car, Sixt, Hertz, Budget, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Economy Rent a Car and Europcar.
Which car rental companies will pick you up at Denver Intl airport (DEN)?
Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Denver Intl airport to off-airport locations include Fox, Sixt, Hertz, Budget, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Europcar.
How can I find car rentals near me in Boulder?
Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.
How much does an Intermediate car rental cost in Boulder?
An Intermediate car rental in Boulder costs C$ 105 per day, on average.
How much does a Standard car rental cost in Boulder?
A Standard car rental in Boulder costs C$ 76 per day, on average.
How much does a Full Size car rental cost in Boulder?
A Full Size car rental in Boulder costs C$ 169 per day, on average.
Which is the best place to rent a vehicle in Boulder?
If flying in, Denver International Airport is the most convenient rental location. However, downtown Boulder also has a rental car center that offers cheap car rentals in Boulder. SIXT and Enterprise offer a wide fleet of vehicles for rent. The former is along Baseline Road Suite, while the latter is along Mapleton Avenue. Budget also has a rental counter on Meadows Shopping Center.
Are there toll roads in Boulder?
Yes, Boulder car rentals will pay tolls on the I-25, one of the US 36 Express Lanes connecting the city to Denver. Go-Pass Tag or Express Toll electronic payments are accepted. Moreover, the route from DEN airport to Boulder has three toll roads: Northwest Parkway, Colorado E470 N, and Boulder/Ft. Collins Road.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.2

Very good

Read 3 reviews

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.2

Value for money

7.0

3 locations in Boulder

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2745 Mapleton Ave

+1 303 448 9979

Monday	07:30 - 17:30
Tuesday	07:30 - 17:30
Wednesday	07:30 - 17:30
Thursday	07:30 - 17:30
Friday	07:30 - 17:30
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4850 Valmont Rd

+1 303 448 9974

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5472 Arapahoe Ave

+1 303 449 9466

Monday	07:00 - 18:00
Tuesday	07:00 - 18:00
Wednesday	07:00 - 18:00
Thursday	07:00 - 18:00
Friday	07:00 - 18:00
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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Feb 2021

Pros:

Staff here are always conscientious about mask wearing, pick-up and drop-off are quick and easy with minimal interactions.

8.8 Very good

Anonymous, Jul 2020

Pros:

Drop off was super easy and I got an even better car than I expected.

Cons:

The all fees including the deposit should have been included in my reservation details. The location I was originally supposed to pick the car up from was closed and I only found a bit before I was supposed to pick the car up.

Avis

6.7

Okay

Read 6 reviews

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

7.1

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.1

Value for money

6.2

2 locations in Boulder

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2480 49th Street

+1 303 245 0033

Monday	07:00 - 18:00
Tuesday	07:00 - 18:00
Wednesday	07:00 - 18:00
Thursday	07:00 - 18:00
Friday	07:00 - 18:00
Saturday	08:00 - 14:00
Sunday	09:00 - 12:00

4800 Baseline Road Suite D109a

+1 303 499 1136

Monday	07:00 - 18:00
Tuesday	07:00 - 18:00
Wednesday	07:00 - 18:00
Thursday	07:00 - 18:00
Friday	07:00 - 18:00
Saturday	08:00 - 14:00
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8.0 Very good

Paul, Oct 2024

Passenger Van

All was great

2.0 Poor

Kelby, Oct 2024

Standard

unfriendly and weird staff, refused to rent me a car that I had reserved and gave me no reason as to why. The attendant just said “i can’t rent you a car today.” Completely ruined my vacation plans.

2.8 Poor

Letícia, Jun 2020

Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

Everything

Hertz

6.3

Okay

Read 14 reviews

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.8

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.0

Value for money

6.6

One location in Boulder

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2515 N. 49th Street

+1 303 443 9122

Monday	08:00 - 14:00
Tuesday	08:00 - 14:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 14:00
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Friday	08:00 - 14:00
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10.0 Wonderful

Rebecca, Aug 2024

Compact

Excellent overall experience

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Dec 2021

Never even rented the car. One of the employees in the store was extremely rude. Not impressed.

10.0 Wonderful

Jonathan, Dec 2020

Pros:

Karen Edwards is outstanding! She’s worth more than whatever you’re paying her. She’s ready for much bigger responsibilities!

Cons:

All was fine!

10.0 Wonderful

marcel, Oct 2020

Pros:

Very friendly staff

3.6 Poor

Anonymous, Oct 2020

Pros:

The staff was friendly just understaffed not enough help. Your employee had to attempt to clean cars, rent cars, fill cars with gas at another location. How can hertz justify one employee to do all those jobs and not be able to attend to customers in a timely manner. The car had just returned from Florida wasn’t cleaned to covid standards. There was dry dirt prints on the seats from a dog being in the vehicle. Wasn’t wiped down properly. If you have covid standards then they are not being met! This employee is doing the best he can with all these jobs and hats put on him. I don’t fault your employee I fault hertz corporate rent a car for the sub standards. I don’t know about the higher ups but when I spend $353.00 of my money to rent your car I expect a clean car the outside had bug kill in the hood and windshield. I am disappointed in this transaction and hope you take this into account how you handle your rental business in the future!

Cons:

The car could have been cleaned inside and out that isn’t a far fetched expectation.

Budget

4.2

Mediocre

Read 8 reviews

Cleanliness

4.0

Comfort

5.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

4.7

Value for money

3.5

2 locations in Boulder

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2480 49th Street

+1 303 245 6097

Monday	07:00 - 18:00
Tuesday	07:00 - 18:00
Wednesday	07:00 - 18:00
Thursday	07:00 - 18:00
Friday	07:00 - 18:00
Saturday	08:00 - 14:00
Sunday	09:00 - 12:00

4800 Baseline Road Suite D109a

+1 303 444 9054

Monday	07:00 - 18:00
Tuesday	07:00 - 18:00
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Thursday	07:00 - 18:00
Friday	07:00 - 18:00
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2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Sep 2024

Standard SUV

I was able to make an appointment to pick up my rental on a Saturday at 2pm. I arrived to find out the office closes at 2pm. The agent told me I was out of luck, made no effort to help remedy the situation, offered no assistance whatsoever; even told me that his system shuts off at 2, while he was finishing checking out a previous customer while it was getting close to 2:10. When I called budget, the customer service rep didn’t help search much of the surrounding areas for another location with the same vehicle, so I ended up having to go to the Denver airport rental office, effectively adding four hours to my rental pickup, and adding cost to the reservation, which the Budget rep refused to waive.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, May 2024

Standard SUV

Car mostly clean, broken window switch I had to notify agent about. Friendly agent and fast service.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Feb 2024

Intermediate SUV

I left my jacket and went back to pick it up the next day and the gunnison budget team informed me they didn’t clean the car and rented it out again so my jacket is lost wherever the next driver took it.

8.0 Very good

Anonymous, Apr 2021

Pros:

Easy rental and return. Had the vehicle that we wanted/needed. Vehicle was clean and in good condition.

Cons:

There were no issues.

2.0 Poor

Aubrey, Jun 2020

Pros:

Nothing. Representative was extremely rude on both pick up and drop off. High pressure sales tactics for extra insurance, add ons and lied about the available vehicles. Wanted to charge me extra for " the only available car" being above the tier I paid for.

Cons:

Absolutely everything! Rude service.

Silvercar

10.0

Wonderful

One location in Boulder

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1799 Exposition Dr

+1 855 359 2227

Monday	08:30 - 17:30
Tuesday	08:30 - 17:30
Wednesday	08:30 - 17:30
Thursday	08:30 - 17:30
Friday	08:30 - 17:30
Saturday	08:00 - 14:00
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Sixt

7.6

Good

2 locations in Boulder

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2601 Canyon Blvd

+1 888 749 8227

Monday	09:00 - 12:00
Tuesday	09:00 - 12:00
Wednesday	09:00 - 12:00
Thursday	09:00 - 12:00
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4770 Baseline Rd Suite 200

+1 954 860 4396

Monday	09:00 - 12:00
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Dollar

5.7

Fair

One location in Boulder

Locations in Boulder

2515 N. 49th Street

+1 303 443 9122

Monday	08:00 - 14:00
Tuesday	08:00 - 14:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 14:00
Thursday	08:00 - 14:00
Friday	08:00 - 14:00
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Thrifty

5.0

Fair

One location in Boulder

Locations in Boulder

2515 49th Street

+1 303 443 9122

Monday	08:00 - 14:00
Tuesday	08:00 - 14:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 14:00
Thursday	08:00 - 14:00
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