Zipcar in Chicago
Zipcar is the easiest car sharing solution for getting around Chicago and its suburbs. Get your on-demand, daily car rental and explore Chicago or neighboring towns like Oak Park, Evanston, Naperville, and beyond.
How Zipcar works
Round Trip
- Round trip
Join in minutes
Apply online with a valid driver's license. Most people are approved instantly and can book a trip within minutes.
Drive on demand
Book a round trip car by the hour or day. Use our car sharing app to unlock and lock during your trip.
Return
When you're done, park the car in the same location you picked it up from, then end the trip with the app.
Why Zipcar?
Reserve wheels when you want them, by the hour or day, and only pay for the time you drive.
Save money
Zipcar covers gas, insurance options,* parking, and maintenance for a potential savings of $1000/month over car ownership.
Cars near you
Zipcars live in your local neighborhood, and in cities, campuses and airports across the globe.
Drive on-demand
No waiting in line at the counter. (No need to even search for your keys!) Just book and go.
Explore Chicago
Book a car on demand and see the best spots around the city.
Chicago Botanic Garden
This botanic garden features 25 displays across four natural habitats. And they aren't just for show—everything is maintained using environmentally friendly techniques like food and paper composting and sustainable irrigation. Perfect for an hourly car rental.
Deer Grove Forest Preserve
Book an hourly car rental to hike, birdwatch, and picnic across 1800 acres of wetlands, meadows, and woodlands.
Baháʼí House of Worship
Book an hourly rental to visit this incredible temple in Wilmette, a mix of Gothic, Renaissance, and Arabesque architecture all in one building. If you think its dome looks amazing from the outside, just wait ‘til you step in and look up.
Ready to drive?
The backseat isn’t an option where you’re headed. It’s time to start commuting, exploring, and running errands on your own time.
How do I join Zipcar?
Apply online with a valid driver’s license. Most members are approved instantly and can book a trip within minutes.
Are there Zipcars near me?
Zipcars live in more than 500 cities and towns globally. Type your address in the search bar below to find Zipcars near you.
What types of cars can I drive?
When booking a reservation, you can choose a car type to fit your needs or your mood—from compact sedans to larger cars or SUVs and even luxury vehicles, we’ve got you covered.
How many miles are included?
No matter where or how long you drive, 180 miles are included per day for most membership plans. Any overage is billed at $.58 per mile. Learn more..
Is gas included?
Gas is on us! Need to fill up during your reservation? Just use the gas card found behind the driver’s side visor in your Zipcar. Every car should have at least ¼ tank to start (so kindly bring yours back that way, too.)
How does Zipcar insurance coverage work?
All members in good standing have third party auto liability and Personal Injury Protection (PIP) or "no-fault" coverage. A $1,000 damage fee may apply which you can reduce or eliminate by buying an optional waiver. More details..
How much does Zipcar cost?
Zipcar membership costs $9 a month or $90 a year. Reserve cars by the hour or by the day. Gas, insurance options, and 180 miles per day are all included in membership. Other fees, such as a young driver fee, may apply. Price it out.