Car Rental Near Melrose, WI
Riverside Auto Rental is just 20 minutes north of Melrose on WI-54 — cars, minivans, and 15-passenger vans for daily and weekly rental needs.
Melrose sits along the Black River in Jackson County — scenic and quiet, but without a local rental car option. Riverside Auto Rental is the nearest independent provider, just 20 miles north on WI-54. It's a direct drive on the same highway, no interstate needed, and we'll have a vehicle ready when you arrive.
Whether you need a reliable daily driver while your car is being repaired, a van for group travel, or a weekly rental for an extended trip, we've been serving this part of western Wisconsin since 1983. Call 715-396-1466 to reserve.
Fleet & Rates for Melrose-Area Renters
All vehicles pick up at N5856 WI-54, Black River Falls. Weekly rentals (7+ days) include unlimited mileage.
| Vehicle | Daily — Local (100 mi/day) |
Daily — Unlimited | Weekly — Local (100 mi/day) |
Weekly — Unlimited (no mileage cap) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Intermediate Car | $55 | $75 | $330 | $450 |
| Full-Size Car | $65 | $85 | $390 | $510 |
| 7-Passenger Minivan | $78/day + $0.10/mi | $450 (7+ days, unl. mi) | ||
| 15-Passenger Van | $135/day + $0.10/mi | $750 (7+ days, unl. mi) | ||
Taxes and fees may apply. Rates subject to availability. View full fleet details →
Why Melrose-Area Drivers Choose Riverside
- Closest rental on WI-54 — 20 miles north, direct route. The most straightforward rental option for Melrose residents.
- Insurance replacement — Jackson County residents with vehicles in for repair can get same-day replacement vehicles in most cases. We coordinate directly with adjusters.
- 15-passenger vans — If you're organizing group travel out of the Melrose area, our large-capacity vans are available at competitive weekly rates.
- No chain required — Family-owned since 1983. You won't be dealing with a 1-800 number or a corporate reservation system.
Common Reasons Melrose-Area Drivers Rent With Us
- Vehicle at a Jackson County body shop for collision repair
- Insurance replacement while a claim is being processed
- Church or community group needing a 15-passenger van
- Extended travel to the Twin Cities or Madison
- Family road trip needing more space than your own vehicle
Directions from Melrose to Riverside Auto Rental
From Melrose, head north on WI-54 for approximately 20 miles. As you enter Black River Falls, we're on the left at N5856 WI-54, sharing a building with Riverside Auto Sales. About 20 minutes total. Call 715-396-1466 if you need help.
Ready to Reserve from Melrose?
Call to check availability. Open Monday–Friday 8am–5pm, Saturday 8am–noon.
Call 715-396-1466 Get DirectionsQuestions About Renting Near Melrose?
The nearest rental car option to Melrose is Riverside Auto Rental in Black River Falls — approximately 20 miles north on WI-54, about a 20-minute drive. Call 715-396-1466.
Head north on WI-54 for about 20 miles. We're at N5856 WI-54 on the left as you come into Black River Falls, sharing a building with Riverside Auto Sales.
Yes. Riverside Auto Rental offers 15-passenger vans at $135/day + $0.10/mi or $750/week with unlimited mileage. We're about 20 minutes from Melrose. Call 715-396-1466.
Yes. We work with adjusters and body shops throughout Jackson County. Call 715-396-1466 or have your adjuster contact us directly. Read our guide to insurance replacement rentals in Black River Falls.
Three things: a valid driver's license, a major credit card or bank-issued debit card linked to a checking account, and proof of auto insurance showing your policy number and expiration date.