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Car rental Champaign
At a glance
Locations: Find all Hertz car rental pick-up locations in Champaign, IL, including at North Mattis Avenue.
Fleet: Browse the full range of Champaign car rentals and find the right one for your trip.
Things to do: Discover the best things to do in Champaign and how it’s easier to see places like Krannert Art Museum if you rent a car.
FAQs: Everything you need to know about car rental in Champaign, from one-way options to long-term rental and FAQs.
Renting a car at Champaign
Traverse Champaign, Illinois with a Hertz car rental to see the Prairie State with a vehicle of your choice. This means you don’t need to rely on public transportation and can move around freely, avoiding external schedules.
Pick up your vehicle from central location North Mattis Avenue. Illinois is a neighbor state to Wisconsin, Iowa, Missouri, Kentucky, Indiana, and Michigan (via a water boundary in Lake Michigan). Champaign car rentals make it easier to explore further afield.
SUVs provide ample room, great for transporting passengers and items. Convertibles are good for driving something with a bit more pizazz. Browse the collection and grab a car rental for your Champaign trip today.
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Champaign rental car options
Popular vehicles to rent in Champaign
Things to do in Champaign
Krannert Art Museum
500 East Peabody Drive, Champaign, Champaign-Urbana, IL 61820
Pique your creative curiosity at Krannert Art Museum, located in East Central Illinois, just off West Pennsylvania Avenue, serving the campus of the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. There’s parking for your vehicle in adjacent parking lots, such as Lot E19 on Peabody Drive.T he museum contains over 11,000 artworks in its permanent collection, mixed with visiting exhibitions year-round. Some examples are The Blue Gable, by Gabriele Munter (1911) and the famous Marilyn by Andy Warhol (1971). A must-see itinerary staple when visiting Champaign.
Nando Milano
204 North Neil Street, Champaign, Champaign-Urbana, IL 61820
Nando Milano is an Italian restaurant located in the center of Champaign, serving delightful treats to tantalize your palate, expertly crafted and cooked by chefs who put some heart into their work. The décor is dark, cozy, and romantic old-world style. Feast on the delightful menu, savoring the rich tastes in dishes like Carciofi ala Romana – roman style roasted artichokes. And the house made potato gnocchi will stay long in your memory after you’ve left the restaurant, as well as the cioppino – a seafood bouillabaisse. Visit here for an unforgettable eating experience while in downtown Champaign.
Hyatt Place Champaign/Urbana
217 North Neil Street, Champaign, Champaign-Urbana, IL 61820
Enjoy a relaxed stay in central Champaign at Hyatt Place, with parking on-site for your Champaign car rental. If you’re bringing your furry friends along for the adventure, it’s a dog-friendly hotel. Here, you’re right by two blocks filled with restaurants and just a few minutes from University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Room options include king bed with a high floor, suites, and even two queen beds. Worried about not maintaining your exercise routine while on the road? Don’t fret, the on-site fitness center has treadmills and weight machines.
Long term car rental
Long term car rentals in Champaign let you plug the gap for when you’re in between vehicles or in town for a temporary period, like seasonal work. You only need to book once, and can end the rental period whenever it suits you.
One-way car rental
Lease a one-way car rental to have the flexibility to pick up in Champaign and drop off at another location. This way, you’re free to plan linear journeys without worrying about doubling back. Road trips and catching flights from other cities become simplified with one-way rentals from Hertz.
Business rental
Having a business car rental gives you something to drive when visiting Champaign with work. It can make life much easier when traveling for work, helping to transport people and items. And you can take advantage of skip-the-counter benefits with Gold+ Rewards.
Popular road trips from Champaign
Champaign to Springfield
84.7 miles & 1 hour 21 minutes
On the way via I-72 West, you’ll pass through Decatur and cross the Sangamon River. In Springfield, you can see the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum, and the Illinois State Capitol building.
Champaign to Chicago
135 miles & 2 hours and 12 minutes
Driving north on I-57, you’ll go by Kankakee and the Rantoul National Aviation Center. Upon arrival in Chicago, you can expect to see Millennium Park (home of Cloud Gate), Willis Tower, Navy Pier, and the Lake Michigan shoreline.
FAQs when renting a car in Champaign
How much does it cost to rent a car in Champaign?
The cost of renting a car in Champaign can depend on the following factors:
- When you rent it
- Which car you choose
- Optional extras
- Length of rental period.
Start a reservation to see how much your rental could cost.
Do you need a rental car in Champaign?
Having a rental car in Champaign makes life easier when you’re here. This way, you’re free to go wherever you like, at time that suits you. It’s a university town, with access to wider Central Illinois including Chicago, Indianapolis, and St. Louis.
What types of car can I rent in Champaign?
There are lots of different cars you can rent, for a variety of occasions in Champaign. Browse the Hertz rental fleet to have a vehicle that serves your personal needs, tailored to your preferences. So, if you’re visiting your loved ones who may be attending college here, or like long drives across the Midwest, you’ve got lots to choose from.
Can I rent a car one-way from Champaign?
Yes, you can rent a car one-way from Champaign. This can make travel to nearby cities much easier, helping you satisfy your travel itch in areas nearby. Rent with Hertz in Champaign for an unforgettable leasing experience.
