Car Rental - Pasco

 

Rent a car in Pasco for comfortable travel in the Tri-Cities region of Washington. This peaceful, one-time railroad hub is today a gateway to Franklin County business centers and recreational delights, like the Sacajawea Historical State Park.  

We have our car rental at Pasco’s Tri-Cities Airport, 10 minutes from downtown, 15 minutes from Richland and 12 minutes from Kennewick. So, wherever you’re headed, it’s easy to hit the road.

Pasco is flanked by reservations and national forests – and less than an hour from Walla Walla. It’s around two hours to Spokane from here, while Oregon stands 45 minutes south.

Renting a car in Pasco opens up a range of travel options. Whether you need an impressive sedan, a hatchback for city hopping or something equipped for the open road.

Reserve your car rental in Pasco online to start exploring a fast-growing part of Washington state.

Pasco Locations

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A Quick Guide to Pasco

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Sacajawea Historical State Park

2503 Sacajawea Park Road, WA, 99301

This lush park has hiking trails and a dense forest, but the main attraction is Sacajawea State Park Interpretive Center. Right at the confluence of the Columbia River and Snake River, you can see interactive exhibits telling the story of the Shoshone adventurer who shaped local history in the 19th century.

aerial view of pasco

CPCCo Planetarium

2600 North 20th Avenue, WA, 99301

The CPCCo Planetarium is a great place to enjoy family days out in Pasco. Its 36ft screen projects high-definition images of far-flung stars every Friday and Saturday. Don’t miss the adjacent observatory where you can test your knowledge on the night sky.

McNary National Wildlife Refuge

McNary National Wildlife Refuge

64 Maple Street, Burbank, WA 99323

This slice of unbridled nature, just a 20-minute drive by rental car from Pasco, is a great place to see deer, otters and beavers. Since 1956, the wilds have sprung back with full force – explore the 15,000 acres, take photos from the wildlife viewing platform or drop into the McNary Wildlife Visitor Center.

Courtyard by Marriott Pasco Tri-Cities Airport

2101 West Argent Road, Pasco, WA 99301

Bright, modern and equipped with a 24-hour gym, this hotel is close to the airport for optimal convenience. It’s a great choice for business purposes, since there are meeting rooms, media pods and in-room workstations. On-site parking is available for your rental car in Pasco for a daily charge.

The Lodge at Columbia Point

530 Columbia Point Drive, WA, 99352

The Lodge is a four-star hotel which uses timeless architectural details to create truly spectacular hospitality. Check in to the Grand Cru Riverfront King to enjoy indulgent sessions in the spa-inspired soaking tub, or find a place at the hotel’s fire pit to unwind in the evening.

Red Lion Hotel Pasco Airport & Conference Center

2525 North 20th Avenue, WA, 99301

This two-in-one hotel and conference center hosts events just as well as it does relaxed vacations. Complimentary parking for your rental car in Pasco is available along with a relaxing swimming pool surrounded by loungers and complimentary bike rentals. There’s also an on-site restaurant which features a locally inspired menu.

Country Mercantile

232 Crestloch Road, WA, 99301

For true Washington hospitality, Country Mercantile is a must-visit. The Wood family have been selling seasonal produce here since 1996, but today they’re also known as pioneering handmade chocolatiers and purveyors of deli lunch bites. Take your rental car from Pasco to enjoy salads dressed in Walla Walla sweet onion dressing or zesty roast beef sandwiches served in generous portions.

Magill’s Restaurant

3214 Road 68, WA, 99301

Magill’s Restaurant is a local star, known for serving the Tri-Cities’ best breakfasts. Visit for all-day omelets, chicken fried steak, hash browns and country-style sausage gravy.  For meat-lovers, there’s a keto plate, while sweet-toothed travelers will adore the cinnamon rolls.

Hacienda Del Sol

5024 North Road 68 A, WA, 99301

South-of-the-border spice is the specialty at this colorful and casual restaurant which attracts midweek crowds. Treat the family to a plate of shrimp nachos covered in jack cheese, try a light fajita salad and finish off with sopapillas doused in cinnamon and honey.

Driving In and Around Pasco

  • Pasco Branch Library parking lot (99301) is located close to Memorial Park, Franklin PUD governmental buildings and Edgar Brown Memorial Stadium.
  • Long-term parking is available at the Tri-Cities Airport (99301), close to Sun Willows Golf Course and Columbia Basin College.
  • 7809 West Quinault Avenue Parking (99352) is close to Three Rivers Convention Center and the Toyota Center.
  • Interstate 182 (I-182) runs near to our car rental in Pasco and connects Pasco and Tri-Cities Airport to Richland across the Columbia River. This and Interstate 82 (I-82) are the most important highways in this urban center.
  • US Route 395 (US-395) heads south from Pasco to Kennewick and the I-82. North, it leads to Ritzville.
  • Interstate 84 (I-84) brushes past Pasco and the Tri-Cities along the Oregon state line, stretching west to Mount Hood National Forest and Portland. East, it heads to Umatilla National Forest, and Idaho.

How to Get From Pasco’s Tri-Cities Airport to Walla Walla, WA

It takes 55 minutes to drive the 50 miles from by rental car from Pasco’s airport to the city of Walla Walla.

  1. Leave the car rental Pasco parking lot at the Tri-Cities Airport just north of Pasco.
  2. Turn right on to West Argent Road, then right again to join 20th Avenue.
  3. Join I-182, heading east towards Walla Walla. Continue as the interstate highway becomes US-12, passing McNary National Wildlife Refuge and Wallula Junction.
  4. Keep right to exit on to North 2nd Avenue in Walla Walla.

 

How to Get From Pasco, WA to Seattle, WA

Sprawling Seattle is a three hour and 40-minute drive by rental car from Pasco. Use I-182 to join I-82, heading west. Then join I-90 close to Ellensburg and the Central Washington University.