Car hires in Charleston, South Carolina

The majority of the Charleston car hire agencies that we partner with do not have a cancellation fee. This means that if your plans change unexpectedly, many car hire centres in Charleston such as Budget, Alamo, and Enterprise Rent-A-Car often offer cancellation free of charge based on when you booked.

40 km/h is the city speed limit for Charleston, which also applies to surrounding towns and other urban centres. The suburban speed limit and the speed limit for motorways around Charleston are 120 km/h and 120 km/h, respectively. If you hire a car in Charleston, be aware that these speed limits may be strictly enforced.

Those looking for a hire car in Charleston during the month of December should expect temperatures to be around 50 °F and should expect around 79 mm of precipitation. This information can be helpful when choosing which car you’d like to rent.

Prices for cars in Charleston were last updated today.

There are 24 operators available for cars in Charleston as of December 2024.

The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including Charleston. In numerous EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. To hire a car overseas, you'll generally need to be at least 21, and if you're under 25, a young driver surcharge may be applied. We advise that you read the policy of your chosen hire company before making a reservation.

All drivers must have a valid full driving license when hiring a car in Charleston. If the license is written in a different language from the country of hire, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're hiring a car overseas, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. It is always advisable to check with the individual hire company you're booking with.