Asheville City Car Hire

Asheville Mall on Tunnel Road offers a car rental option for those on the east side of Asheville, about 5 km from the center. The location on US-70 makes it easy to continue to Black Mountain (about 20 km east) or back to the city's core. A practical option if you're staying near the mall area.

Asheville Mall is one of the region's larger shopping centers and is surrounded by hotels, restaurants, and service facilities along the Tunnel Road corridor. The area is well-trafficked and easy to find from I-240, the city's ring road that runs just south of the mall area. Parking at Asheville Mall is generous, making pick-up and drop-off smooth and stress-free.

If you plan to drive Blue Ridge Parkway, take I-240 west toward the Parkway entrance at Milepost 382, just 15 minutes' drive. Call the rental company in advance to confirm opening hours – mall-based rental companies may have shorter weekend hours. Is Asheville Mall a good option if I'm staying at a hotel along Tunnel Road?

Absolutely, most hotels along Tunnel Road are within 1–2 km of the mall, making it easy to pick up and drop off the car on foot or by taxi. How long does it take to drive from Asheville Mall to airport AVL? About 25–30 minutes (about 22 km) south via I-26.

Is there only one rental company at Asheville Mall? Yes, currently there is one rental company represented at Asheville Mall. For more options, AVL with 9 rental companies is recommended.

We compare prices from all major providers at Asheville Mall so you can see the total cost upfront — including insurance, fuel terms and any extras. Most bookings include free cancellation up to 48 hours before pickup, giving you flexibility if your plans change.