Iowa State University

find freedom with cars on
campus by the hour or day.

(gas and insurance included!)

What is Zipcar?

Glad you asked. It's a smarter way to get around the campus.

Former Enterprise Carshare members click here for a special offer.

Drive cars by the hour or day. Gas & insurance included.
In neighborhoods, cities and airports across the globe.
Save hundreds over car ownership.
Choose from sedans, hybrids, vans and more.
Take select flexible vehicles one-way or round trip.

how it works

join

Apply online. Once approved, we'll send you a Zipcard to access vehicles worldwide.

reserve

Book a Zipcar for as little as 1 hour or as long as 7 days.

tap

Hold your Zipcard to the car's windshield to unlock. Voila! It's all yours.

drive

Hit the road. When you're done, park the car in its reserved spot and use your Zipcard or the app to lock up.

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Find us located right on and near campus, cities and airports across the globe.

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What It Costs

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Students join for $15 (save $10 thanks to Ford)
Former Enterprise Carshare members click here.

All students 18+ are welcomed, including drivers with international licenses.

I'm an Iowa State University faculty or staff member and I'd like to use Zipcar for personal driving.

I'm not affiliated with Iowa State University, but still want to use Zipcar.

I'm an Iowa State University Alumni.

I'm a former Enterprise CarShare Member (former member number required)

what's included

miles

Travel far and wide,
for road trips, away games,
visits home, and more.

gas

Fill up using the
gas card that's inside the car.
We'll get the bill.

insurance

If you're a Zipcar member,
you're covered. (So you can drive safe
and rest easy.)

where can i go

There's a lot to do around Iowa State University. Here are just a few ideas.

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Grandma's Attic

Was in a massive bind to get my wife's necklace from our wedding put back together again. Sure enough, Cathy saved my life (and for cheap). Thank you so much!more
Kohl's

Everything is pretty much always on sale. This location isn't much different than any of the rest. They do seem to always have what I like on stock (whether...more
Walmart Supercenter

Your typical Walmart supercenter located on the south east side of Ankeny on the busy intersection of Delaware and Oralabor For me very quick in and out...more
Rieman Music

They have so many different instruments and accessories it is a great shop with plenty of choices, from guitars, to piano's, to drums, to violins, to more...more
C and S Brew Supply

Great addition to Ankeny. This is a family-run joint and everyone is super knowledgeable and friendly. They have a small, but impressive selection of...more

Emma McCarthy Lee Park

We saw a herd of deer near the main part of the park tonight grazing. Hard to see through these pics, but there are at least 7 here. See pics. Marcydiner...more
Central Iowa Impact

This is a fantastic gun/rifle range. The facilities are modern and safe: great ventilation, well lit and there are stations all over the place to remove...more
Tournament Club of Iowa

Loved the course. Outstanding condition. VERY challenging but still fun. I probably lost 10 balls but still had fun. Only down side....I wish I would have...more
Ankeny Miracle Park

This is our favorite park in Ankeny for the kiddo. It is a huge park with tons of play areas for kids. It has a bunch of slides, swings, and climbing...more
Inis Grove Park

Inis Grove Park is a great public park in north Ames. This park has basketball and tennis courts along with huge fields to play and many walking areas. The...more

Siam Table

Fantastic Four with a dash of Back to the Future! Can't go wrong with Siam Table. We always get a to-go order and the time it takes to hang up the phone,...more
Guadalajara Mexican Restaurant

Thanks Jaime, great service and wonderful food. Can't say enough about the frozen margarita.more
Grove Cafe

Like, you know you're got Ames figured out when you know just when to show up at The Best Breakfast Spot in Ames, so you don't have to wait in line. Just....more
Sorriso Grille

Their hours changed since my last review... Mon-fri breakfast from 6-11 lunch 11-2. Saturday and Sunday breakfast only 7-1more
Arcadia Cafe

This is the first time I've visited Arcadia since it changed location from Lincoln Way to Welch. Parking was busy, but there were only my party and one...more