Car Rental Des Moines, Iowa

Traverse the capital of the Buckeye State with a low-cost Des Moines car rental ready to be booked today! Being in the heart of the Corn Belt surrounded by sprawling prairies and pastures, Des Moines exudes classic Midwestern charm with an iconic gold dome resting on top of the Iowa State Building. Young Americans looking to relocate to smaller cities will be glad to know that Des Moines is also one of the fastest-growing metro regions in the country for jobs, not to mention among the cheapest places to rent a car in Iowa!

Follow the sounds of live music to the Downtown Farmer’s Market or catch a contemporary exhibition at the Des Moines Art Center after arriving in town with your very own vehicle. Newcomers to Des Moines may also want to visit the Living History Farms, a 500-acre open-air museum in Urbandale showcasing 300 years of Iowa's agricultural history. We can’t forget to mention the Pappajohn Sculpture Park and Greater Des Moines Botanical Gardens either!

Whether you’re thinking about calling this place home, coming for business, or maybe just preparing for a Midwestern USA road trip, Auto Europe provides bargain online rates for USA car rentals and beyond! No matter where you venture off to in Iowa, you'll sure be happy to be comfortably seated behind the wheel of your Des Moines car rental! Snag up to 30% discounts on your Iowa car rental in Des Moines when using the search engine located above. Folks can also contact our 24/7 customer support team for direct bookings!

Des Moines car rental pick-up and drop-off

Before you head off to the family-friendly Blank Park Zoo or hop on rollercoasters at Adventureland, you’ll need to pick-up your car rental at the Des Moines International Airport (DSM). This facility is located three miles southwest of downtown Des Moines on 5800 Fleur Dr. From there, you will be able to go to the Prairie Meadows Casino Racetrack or any other local attractions in this Midwestern city! When reserving your Des Moines car rental at this airport dispatch location, Auto Europe promises comfort and efficiency!   Local Airports Des Moines International Airport

Des Moines car rental selection

Embrace Iowa and its rural landscapes with an affordable specialty rental car in Des Moines from the most reputable companies. While Auto Europe specializes in price optimization and 24/7 customer service, our partners in Des Moines maintain fleets with models similar to Chevy Equinox, Nissan Rogue, Ford Fiesta, Chevrolet Cruze, among others, all of which are ready for viewing on our platform. Any travelers planning to camp in Iowa should also contact Auto Europe about renting an RV motorhome!   Car Classes Economy + Compact Mid-Size Cars Full-Size Vehicles Specialty Rentals Luxury Car Rentals Van Rentals Motorhome Rentals One-Way Car Rentals Choose a model from our USA car rental fleet

Des Moines car rental providers
Fueled by our commitment to customer satisfaction, the Auto Europe team has been streamlining the online car rental industry for over 70 years. In order to grow our network of 28,000 international car rental locations, we have collaborated with only the most trusted car rental companies in Des Moines to ensure the best service and prices. Based on the strength of these partnerships, passengers who book their Iowa car rental with Auto Europe ultimately pay far less than they would pay when reserving directly with the supplier! Don't forget to click on the images below to find out more about our Des Moines car rental partner!
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What to do in Des Moines

Quite often, road trippers just make a quick pit stop in Iowa before hitting the road elsewhere, never truly experiencing this classic part of America. Accompanied by your personal vehicle, visitors will have access to many Scenic Byway attractions in Iowa including Loess Hills, Lincoln Highway, Great River Road, plus many more. There’s also German heritage sites at the Amana Colonies, as well as great hikes at Maquoketa Cave State Park. For a true road trip experience, there are also plenty of other nearby cities to visit by car after your time wraps up in Des Moines. Here are a few cities within the general vicinity that are certainly worth the drive and visit:

Driving Route	Distance (mi)	Distance (km)	Avg. Trip Time
Des Moines to Minneapolis	244 MIs	393 KMs	3h 50 mins
Des Moines to Milwaukee	373 MIs	600 KMs	6h 8 mins
Des Moines to Rapid City	625 MIs	1,006 KMs	9h 12 mins
Des Moines to St. Louis	349 MIs	562 KMs	5h 44 mins
Des Moines to Chicago	334 MIs	538 KMs	5h 23 mins

States that border Iowa:

• Wisconsin
• Minnesota
• South Dakota
• Nebraska
• Missouri
• Illinois

Des Moines car rental FAQ

What should I bring to the Des Moines car rental counter?

If you're hoping for the speediest transaction at the rental counter in Des Moines, we suggest that you have your Auto Europe rental car voucher, valid driver's license, passport, in addition to the payment method used to reserve your vehicle in Iowa.

Will I be able to pay for a Des Moines car rental with a debit card?

Even though most car rental providers in Des Moines prefer credit card payments, Auto Europe can effectively facilitate a debit transaction for customers. Learn more by reading our debit card page for car rentals!