Car rental near Bert Mooney Airport

Renting a car at Bert Mooney Airport gives you immediate access to transportation upon arrival, eliminating the need to arrange alternative pickup locations in Butte. Montana's vast distances between attractions make having your own rental car essential for exploring beyond the immediate airport area. A car rental provides the flexibility to visit nearby natural landmarks and historic sites throughout southwestern Montana.

Several gas stations operate along the main routes between Bert Mooney Airport and Butte, ensuring convenient fuel access for your rental car. You'll find additional gas stations throughout Butte's commercial areas and along major highways leading to other Montana destinations. Most stations accept credit cards and offer standard unleaded gasoline suitable for typical rental cars.

No, you don't need personal insurance coverage to rent a car on Turo. In the US, any personal insurance you may have that covers damage to the host's rental car would kick in before your Turo protection plan. When booking a car in the US, you'll choose between three protection plans — Premier (eligibility requirements apply), Standard, or Minimum — to get the level of protection that's right for you. On each trip, you're covered with third-party automobile liability insurance provided under a policy issued to Turo by Travelers Excess and Surplus Lines Company.* In New York state, you'll also choose between Premier (if available), Standard, or Minimum. With each plan, you're covered with liability insurance of $1,250,000.* Protection plans for New York trips also include access to roadside assistance, priority phone support, and 24/7 customer assistance.

Turo accepts valid licenses (not expired, suspended, or revoked) that allow for full driving privileges; this includes driver's licenses issued outside of the US. Licenses that Turo doesn't accept in the US include any that have expired, have been altered, are conditional, probational, provisional, or restricted. Learner's permit/instruction permits are not accepted.

To rent a car on Turo, you must create a Turo account, have a valid driver's license, get approved to drive on Turo, and be 18 years old or older in the US, 21 years old or older in Australia, or 23 years old or older in Canada. In the UK, you must be 21 years old or older and have held a UK or EU license for at least one year, or another driver's license for at least two years. In France you must be 18 years old or older and have held a driver's license for at least 2 years, longer for certain makes and models of cars. When you're booking your first trip, you'll go through a quick approval process by entering your driver's license and some other information. In most cases, you'll get approved immediately, and you'll be set for all future road trips, day trips, and business trips!

Some hosts offer unlimited distance for a trip; others set a daily distance limit — you'll need to check on each rental car individually to see if this service is provided. On the car pages, you'll see the total miles or kilometers you're allowed to drive under the heading "Distance included." You can find cars offering unlimited mileage with every trip by using the "Unlimited distance" filter.

Montana does not operate toll roads, so you won't encounter any toll booths or electronic payment systems when driving from Bert Mooney Airport. All major highways and local roads around Butte remain free to use for travelers. This makes budgeting for your car rental trip more straightforward since you only need to account for gas and parking costs.

Montana requires all drivers to carry a valid driver license and maintain proper insurance coverage while operating any rental car. Right turns on red lights are permitted after coming to a complete stop, unless posted signs indicate otherwise. Seat belts are mandatory for all passengers, and using handheld phones while driving is prohibited throughout the state.

From Bert Mooney Airport, head north on Airport Road toward Highway 2, then follow the signs directing you west into Butte's downtown area. The route takes you through Montana's scenic landscape before reaching the historic mining city center. Having your own rental car provides the freedom to explore Butte's attractions at your own pace without relying on limited public transportation options.

Popular road trip destinations from Bert Mooney Airport include Yellowstone National Park to the south and Glacier National Park to the north, both showcasing Montana's diverse wilderness areas. The historic mining towns scattered throughout the region offer fascinating glimpses into Montana's gold rush heritage. Your rental car opens up access to scenic mountain passes and pristine lakes that define this part of the American West.

Some hosts offer one-way trips as an Extra. When you search on Turo, you can filter for one-way trips to see what’s available in your area.

To prevent unexpected fees when you rent a car on Turo, ensure you return the car on time. All applicable fees are clearly displayed in the app, so be sure to review them before your trip.

Rates can vary between weekdays and weekends. Look out for savings on longer bookings and try adjusting your trip dates to find the best options for your schedule.