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Rent a car in Champaign on Turo

From NCAA games to a host of historic landmarks, there's plenty to do with a car rental in Champaign, IL. Thanks to such a heavy student population, the city is ever-changing, making it one of Illinois's hidden gems. A vehicle can get you from one end of the city to another, or you can even get all the way up to Chicago and back. Whatever you want to do when you're in Illinois, check Turo for all your rental car needs.

No long lines. No last-minute availability worries. No hassle. When you use Turo to rent a vehicle, you'll get exactly the vehicle you booked, whether it’s a pickup truck, a sports convertible, or a luxury sedan. Browse a variety of car rental options, find what works best for what you need, and get on the road as soon as you're ready.

Champaign, IL car rental: How it works

On Turo, renting a car in Champaign is easy. Browse cars online, choose your preferred pickup location, book your car, and get on the road sooner. With pickup locations all across Champaign, Illinois and beyond, you'll be able to find the perfect car for whatever you have planned.

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1. Find the perfect car

Enter a date and location in Champaign, IL (or beyond), filter to find the best car for you, and read reviews from previous renters.

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2. Select a pickup location

Rent a car nearby or get one delivered to various destinations, including many airports, train stations, hotels, or maybe even your home.

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3. Hit the road

Your host sends you pickup details, and you’re all set to hit the roads of Champaign, IL! If you have questions, you can easily chat with your host or contact support.

Recent Champaign, IL car rental reviews

Noel
FIAT 500 2015

Smooth and efficient check in/out process. I was running a bit late to return it and they understood, giving me a grace period. Really appreciated that. Car was as advertised and was pretty smooth ride. Would reach out to them again if I need a day trip.

Noel
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Jordan
FIAT 500 2015

Cute clean car. It truly doesn’t feel as small inside. Really nice for the high gas prices right now too! Easy pick up and drop off.

Jordan
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Amber C.
Kia Forte 2024

Great Car, Clean, and Great Communication throughout the rental reservation!

Amber C.
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Xavier
FIAT 500 2015

Great car, great host. This is my 2nd rental from them and everything has been very professional.

Xavier
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Travel
FIAT 500 2015

Great host and fun affordable little car. Will be renting again.

Travel
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FIAT 500 2015

Had popped tire I fixed they responded quickly with a cheap place to fix got fixed same day

Nathaniel
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Kia K5 2025

She was a great host and it was a smooth trip!!! 😊

Tykennya
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Amy
Mitsubishi Mirage 2014

No issues car drove fine thanks for renting easy pick up and drop off and communication

Amy
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FIAT 500 2015

Host is very prompt to respond to messsges and very easy to work with. Great host!

Brittany
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Kia Forte 2024

Reggie went above and beyond to provide a pleasant experience.

Lauren
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Brianna
Kia Forte 2024

Host was super great on all aspects. I got sick at the end of my trip and was unfortunately late for dropping of the car host was super upstanding and I am very appreciative of that if you looking for a great host , nice car

Brianna
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Xavier
Mitsubishi Mirage 2014

No problems at all, car ran fine and served its purpose. Great communication, Easy Pick-Up and Drop-Off

Xavier
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Things to do and places to see in Champaign, IL

There's a little bit for everyone when you're in Champaign. Whether you're a sports fanatic, an outdoor enthusiast, or a fan of staying in nothing but air conditioning, you can find something you'll have a blast doing. Here are a few things to do to give you inspiration for your time in Champaign.

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William M. Staerkel Planetarium at Parkland College

Parkland College is home to the second-largest planetarium in Illinois, the William M. Staerkel Planetarium. It features the first Carl Zeiss M1015 opto-mechanical star projector ever installed in the western hemisphere. Shows run on Friday evenings (7 p.m. and 8 p.m.) and Saturday afternoons (1 p.m. and 2 p.m.). Tickets are available at the door only, so check scheduling in advance.

Virginia Theatre

Soak in some history when you see something at the Virginia Theatre. Operating since 1921, this historic landmark shows classic films once a month, along with a variety of musical acts and comedians. Visit Champaign in April and you can take part in Roger Ebert's Film Festival, which showcases both popular and obscure films.

State Farm Center

You don't have to be a sports fan to have a good time at State Farm Center. Sure, you can definitely catch some exciting NCAA men's and women's basketball games, but State Farm Center also hosts events. Past concerts have included acts from Garth Brooks to Phish, while the Center also hosts events like the annual WCIA 3 Broadway Series.

Why Rent a car on Turo?

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Cheap Champaign, IL car rental

Find deals on all kinds of drives in Champaign, IL and throughout the US - from the everyday to the extraordinary. Rent the perfect vehicle for your budget.

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Convenient Champaign, IL car rental pick up options

Get your car delivered right to you or wherever you’re going. Many hosts offer delivery to custom locations or popular points of interest in Champaign, IL, like airports, train stations, and hotels.

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Relax with support & damage protection

24/7 support and roadside assistance mean help is just a call away, plus you can choose from a range of protection plans.

Champaign car rentals for any occasion

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Short-term car rental

If your car is in the shop or you just need a vehicle for a few days, Turo makes it easy to rent a car on a short-term basis. You can find a dependable vehicle, take care of your errands, and stay on schedule without relying on friends or public transit.

Business trip car rental

Champaign is home to regional offices for companies like John Deere, IBM, and State Farm, making it a practical destination for business travel. Whether you're looking for a sleek ride to arrive in style or a fuel-efficient option for getting around town, Turo offers flexible rental choices to suit your trip.

College campus tour car rental

With both Parkland College and the University of Illinois located in the Champaign area, the city sees plenty of student-related travel. If you’re visiting campus or helping with a move-in, consider booking an SUV or crossover on Turo to take advantage of extra cargo space.

Turo vs. traditional car rental

Turo

  • App-based experience

  • No waiting in line

  • 1,600+ unique makes & models

  • Get the exact car you choose

  • Delivery options & thousands of pickup locations

  • Cars rented out by local small businesses

  • Vehicles and hosts rated by guests

Traditional car rental

  • Standard rental counter experience

  • Waiting in line

  • Limited car selection

  • Get one type of car “or similar”

  • Pickup at retail locations

  • Cars owned by large corporations

  • No vehicle ratings

Rental car pickup locations throughout Champaign

Get your vehicle delivered right to you or wherever you’re going in Champaign, IL, including Champaign, IL airport. Many hosts offer delivery to custom locations or popular points of interest, like airports, train stations, and hotels. Popular Champaign, IL pickup locations include:

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University of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI)

It's a smaller airport, but landing at the University of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI) puts you right on the outskirts of Champaign for maximum convenience. Skip right on past the airport car rental counter and head to the area indicated in your Turo app. You'll find your rental car in either the Short Term or Long Term parking lot. If you're picking up your vehicle in person, that'll be curbside near the Rental Car Return area.

Savoy

Get a taste of small-town life by picking up your vehicle in Savoy. It's technically part of the Champaign-Urbana metropolitan area, but its location on the outskirts (close to the University of Illinois Willard Airport!) makes it a quieter locale to explore. Use Savoy as a peaceful home base after a busy day, or take some time to discover the town itself. Either way, a rental vehicle will get you from Savoy to Champaign and back.

Urbana

Picking up your rental car in Urbana is a great option. The city forms the other half of the Champaign-Urbana metropolitan area and shares the University of Illinois campus with Champaign. Even if your visit isn’t college-related, there’s plenty to do in Urbana, like exploring The Market at the Square, a farmers’ market the community has held since 1979. After checking out the market, use your rental car to head into Champaign and enjoy all the city has to offer.

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Airport pickup made easy

Next time you fly, don’t wait in line and fill out forms — pick your car up at hundreds of popular airports.

Convenient pickup & return

Rather than hustling at the busy terminal curbside, take your time picking up the car at approved parking lots or garages. Check in, load up your luggage, and get comfortable with the car without a big rush.

No lines, no paperwork

Skip the rental car counter at hundreds of popular airports without waiting in line or filling out paperwork. Find and pick up the car with the app and hit the road in no time.

Free cancellation

Cancel for a full refund up to 24 hours before your trip starts, unless you opt to receive a non-refundable trip discount when you book. Because life happens and it helps to be flexible when it does.

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Top tips for renting a car in Champaign


Even for the most seasoned drivers, hitting the road in a new area can be daunting. With that in mind, here are some tips to get the most out of your rental vehicle.


What are the road rules and driving conditions in Champaign?


Most road rules in Champaign align with Illinois state guidelines. Interstate highways outside urban areas typically have a speed limit of 70 MPH, while those inside city limits are generally capped at 55 MPH. Many local roads in urban areas, including neighborhoods, are posted at 30 MPH.


When it comes to driving conditions, Champaign experiences moderate snowfall in the winter, but rainfall is more common overall. May is usually the rainiest month, so it’s a good idea to prepare for wet roads. If you're booking through the Turo app, be sure to check vehicle features like all-season tires or all-wheel drive, especially if you're visiting during winter or spring.


What is parking like in Champaign?


Parking is pretty open throughout most of Champaign, though it's crucial to note that the area requires you to only park head-in; you cannot back into parking spaces. Additionally, two areas stick out as a bit more difficult: Downtown Champaign and the University District.


Downtown, you'll find the Hill Street Parking Deck, where there are 300 spaces (and 500 total after 7 p.m. Monday through Friday). The charge is only $0.75 per hour from 3 a.m. to 9 p.m., with a maximum of $9.75. Parking is free on holidays, Saturdays, and Sundays, and there are no time limits regardless of when you park. You'll also see several other parking lots with differing time limit increments, which also holds true for metered parking throughout the downtown area.


In the University District, you'll find on-street metered parking in both residential and commercial areas alike. The rates will vary, though generally you'll see either $0.75 or $1.00 per hour. Importantly, metered parking has a time limit of two hours in the commercial area, but there are also 10-hour meters in the residential area (look for the green label). You'll have to pay the meter from Monday through Saturday, 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. Parking is free on city holidays and on Sundays.


Are there toll roads in Champaign?


There are no toll roads in the Champaign-Urbana area. That being said, Illinois does have some toll roads, mostly toward the north. If you decide to trek up to Chicago, for instance, you may need to pay tolls along the way.


Are there gas stations and EV chargers in Champaign?


Yes, Champaign has a wide selection of both gas stations and EV charging stations. Whether you're driving a gas-powered vehicle or an electric one, you'll find plenty of places to refuel or recharge around the city.


Do I need to rent a car in Champaign?


Downtown Champaign and the University of Illinois campus are walkable, but many other areas are easier to reach by car. Public transit is available, it but can be time-consuming depending on your route. Renting a car on Turo gives you more freedom to explore the full Champaign-Urbana area on your own schedule.

Frequently asked questions about Champaign car rentals

What documents and paperwork do you need to rent a car on Turo?

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 vehicles.

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!

What kind of license do I need to rent a car on Turo?

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.

Do I need to be a certain age to rent a car on Turo?

To rent a car on Turo in the US, you must be 18 years old or older.

How does car rental insurance work on Turo?

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 vehicle 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.

Can I get car rental discounts on Turo?

You can get discounts and low cost car rental on Turo.

On your Account page, make sure you’ve checked the box to receive email notifications, and enable push notifications from the Turo app in your phone settings — we’ll send you occasional promo codes, discounts, and deals.

Additionally, frequent travelers on Turo can get rewarded with the loyalty bonus — earn a promo code for one bonus day when you take trips totaling 10 days in a 90-day period.

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Is there long term car rental on Turo?

Yes there is - whether you want to rent a car for three days, three months, or even longer, you can on Turo. You’ll find discounted prices on bookings lasting 3+, 7+, or 30+ days, so you can get the best deals and lowest rates possible by booking longer trips.

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Is there unlimited mileage car rental on Turo?

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 vehicle pages, you’ll see the total miles or kilometres 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.

Can other people drive the car that I rented?

Yes, multiple guests can drive the car you rent on Turo, as long as they are all approved to drive. The primary driver (whoever rented the car) can add additional drivers with no fees or additional charges. Only the primary driver can request to add drivers; Turo hosts cannot do it for you. We encourage you to request to add additional drivers before your trip starts, though guests can request to add a driver while a trip is in progress.

To speed up the process, have your additional driver create a Turo account and get approved to drive before you request to add them. All drivers must have a valid driver’s license and meet the age requirements for the car you’ve booked. You can request to add drivers via the “Trips” tab in the Turo app without additional driver charges or extra costs.

How much does it cost to rent a car in Champaign? 

The cost of car rental in Champaign can vary depending on car type, booking length, extras, and delivery. For cheap car rental in Champaign, look out for discounts on longer-duration bookings and early bookings.

What types of cars can I rent on Turo in Champaign?

You'll find a variety of vehicles, from sedans to SUVs and more, when you look on Turo. Here are some of the vehicles you might see available in Champaign.

- Luxury: Great for taking a ride on the upscale side or impressing colleagues alike, you'll find cars like the Lexus ES and BMW X4.

- SUVs and crossovers: Get some extra elbow room or make space for multiple passengers in crossovers and SUVs like the Chevrolet Equinox.

- Hybrids: Available in multiple styles, you can find hybrids including the Hyundai Elantra Hybrid and Toyota Prius.

How can I find discounted car rentals in Champaign?

Look out for savings on longer bookings and consider making early reservations. You can also check your account for updates on promotions and special offers.

Are weekend car rentals typically pricier than weekday rentals in Champaign?

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.

What can I do to prevent unexpected fees when renting a car on Turo?

To prevent unexpected fees, make sure to return the car on time. All applicable fees are clearly displayed in the Turo app.

Is it possible to pick up a car in Champaign and return it in another city?

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.

* Any personal insurance you may have that covers damage to the host’s vehicle would kick in before your protection plan, except in limited situations for trips booked in Maryland, but this protects your own wallet. In the US, liability insurance is provided under a policy issued to Turo by Travelers Excess and Surplus Lines Company. Terms, conditions, and exclusions apply. The policy does not provide coverage for damage to a host’s vehicle.

For questions or information about the third party liability insurance that is included in protection plans, consumers in Maryland and the licensed states listed here may contact Turo Insurance Agency at (415) 508-0283 or claims@turo.agency. For questions about how damage to a host’s vehicle is handled, visit the Turo Support site.