Car Rentals in Alabama

Alabama is a state located in the southern US, home to mountains to the north, a central metropolitan area, southern river heritage, and the southwest gulf coast. As you explore this diverse state, an Alabama rent a car a great way to get around. Alabama car rentals are considered the best way to travel through the state because of convenience, cost, and the scenic value. Major cities include Montgomery, the state capital and former capital of the confederacy; Auburn, home of Auburn University; Tuscaloosa, home of rival University of Alabama; Birmingham, the largest city in the state; Mobile, the only major port and largest city near the Gulf; Huntsville, home of Marshall Space Flight Center; and Talladega, home of the Talladega Superspeedway. Look for great deals on an Alabama rent a car and save time and money to visit popular Civil War, African American, and Native American historical sites. There are many great locations well worth a few hours of driving, including Gulf Shores, home of the National Shrimp Festival, and Orange Beach, thirty-two miles of scenic white sand beaches, championship golf courses, and excellent fishing along the Gulf of Mexico. Amtrak trains stop in Alabama at Anniston, Birmingham, and Tuscaloosa. The majority of air traffic flies into Birmingham International Airport, followed by Huntsville International, then regional airports at Mobile, and Montgomery. Alabama car rentals are provided at most airports by Enterprise, Avis, Thrifty, Budget, Dollar, Alamo, National, and Hertz, in addition to several smaller local agencies. Major interstates converge on Montgomery, Birmingham, and Mobile, and make quick transportation between these cities and those in connecting states. Travel in rural areas can be slower, due to road conditions, and travel by car is often the only option. Plan accordingly to ensure you have plenty of time to get to your next destination, then relax, and enjoy the slower southern way of life as you make your way there.