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Budget car hire prices in Richmond

These are the best prices for 28 Mar - 4 Apr.
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1 Richard E Byrd Terminal Dr
Medium

Top tips for hiring a car from Budget in Richmond

  • Even though Richmond, VA is the capital of Virginia, it isn’t the largest city in the state. That distinction belongs to Virginia Beach, which covers nearly 500 square miles. But Richmond does stretch out across more than 60 square miles, so if you’re planning to visit soon, you’ll want to book Budget car rentals in Richmond. When you have a rental car available to you in Richmond, you won’t have to worry about constantly calling on ride-sharing services or relying on public transportation while you’re in the city.
  • While the roads in Richmond can get congested at times, the traffic in the area isn’t nearly as bad as it is in other major cities in the area. For this reason, you won’t necessarily need to reserve a small rental car from Budget to make sure you’re able to navigate your way through traffic. You’ll be free to choose from some of the larger options that Budget has available, such full-size cars, minivans, and even SUVs if you like.
  • It isn’t that difficult to get around in Richmond once you’ve gotten the hang of it, but it does have many different sections that can make it confusing when you’re first driving in the city. You’ll find that the city’s vibrant downtown section is only about 20 minutes from the part of town that contains almost nothing but farmland. Because of this, you may want to request that Budget provide you with a GPS navigation device for your rental car. It’ll require you to pay a small fee when you book Budget car rentals in Richmond, but it may be well worth it if you’re taking your first trip to Richmond.
  • If you’re still kicking around the idea of renting a car in Richmond and unsure of whether it would be the best option for you, Budget will allow you to make a reservation without pre-paying for it. When you do this, you’ll be able to cancel a rental car reservation at any time and not face a cancellation fee. Take advantage of this opportunity by renting a car for your Richmond trip now, and then cancel it later if you decide you won’t need it.
  • Supplier choice car hire from Budget in Richmond are around 36% cheaper than other car types, on average.

FAQs about hiring a car from Budget in Richmond

  • Where will I need to pick up a Budget rental car in Richmond?

    If you’ll be flying into Richmond International Airport (RIC), you’ll be happy to hear that you won’t have to go far to pick up a rental car from Budget. Budget has rental cars available right at the airport, which is located at 1 Richard E, Byrd Terminal Dr. There are also several other Budget locations in Richmond, including one location at 8231 Midlothian Turnpike and two others at 4204 West Broad Street and 7923 West Broad Street.

  • Does Budget offer a customer loyalty program in Richmond?

    Yes, Budget does have a customer loyalty program that you can sign up for in Richmond or any other city with a Budget location. It’s called the “Budget Fastbreak Program,” and will provide you with expedited service when you pick up or drop off a Budget rental car. It also provides you with access to exclusive deals, and it’s completely free to sign up for the program.

  • Is it hard to park a rental car from Budget in Richmond?

    On-street parking spots can be hard to come by in downtown Richmond, but you might have luck when you take the time to download the Passport Parking app. Still, a better option might be parking your rental car in one of the parking garages in the area when you book Budget car rentals in Richmond. The 7th & Marshall Garage, the 6th & Franklin Garage, and the Coliseum Garage are just a few options.

  • What is the most popular car hire from Budget in Richmond?

    Medium hire cars (Toyota RAV4 or similar) are the most frequently booked hire car types from Budget in Richmond.

  • How many car hire locations does Budget have in Richmond?

    Budget has 4 hire locations in Richmond. Take a look at our Budget hire location map to find the best car hire near you.

  • Does Budget have a car hire location at the airport: Byrd Intl airport (RIC)?

    Yes

  • Does Budget offer shuttle or airport pick-up services from Byrd Intl airport (RIC)?

    Yes

Reviews for Budget in Richmond

Overall rating5.9 FairBased on 86 reviews
Cleanliness
7.0
Comfort
7.2
Overall
5.9
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.1
Value for money
6.5

Recent reviews

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4.0
There were no cars available when I arrived. I waited in the airport for 2 hours. Can there not be something reserved when we make reservations?Reviewed 15 Mar 2026
review fromkayak
8.0
The people were nice. But had to wait nearly an hour for the car. On the other hand, got a good, free upgrade.Reviewed 21 Feb 2026
review fromkayak
2.0
Waited in line for 40 minutes only to hear they had no cars on site for reservations, so I did not get a car. I had to Uber.Reviewed 11 Feb 2026
review fromkayak
2.0
We were provided what should have been a nice SUV, but once we spent a little time behind the wheel, it was apparent that the truck had serious transmission slipping. Every gear change felt like the whole engine might fall out of the vehicle. Our pickup was Christmas Eve, so we returned the truck on Christmas Day and we were told there were no other large vehicles available. We were then told we couldn't get a refund at the counter and that we would need to call the main number. We did that and filed a case and requested a refund and we were only given back half of our fee. I filed another case and asked for the rest of the money and haven't gotten a response after 5 days. I'll keep trying.Reviewed 5 Jan 2026
review fromkayak
2.0
Been renting from a more popular car rental place for two months and decided to switch it up because of a cheaper rate.. don’t do it they did a credit check and all .. no thanksReviewed 17 Jun 2025
review fromkayak
2.0
I had made a reservation and had a budget confirmation number. When I arrived at the desk to pick up my car, the clerk said that budget does not honor reservations made the same day, because they have to prioritize other customers. I had an hour and 15 minute drive ahead of me to a town where my high school friends funeral was occurring the next day, and it was too late for any other options.Reviewed 2 Jun 2025
review fromkayak
2.0
Had a reservation for a car. After an hour in line they said they didn’t have a car for me. It was midnight and there were no other vehicles at other rental car facilities. Had to spend 3x the money on Uber.Reviewed 16 May 2025
review fromkayak
2.0
Van tires without tread. Needed tire repair. Tires cannot pass inspection. Very problematic and expensive Return agent rude and unprofessional. No trolley available for luggage. Out of order stated on machine.Reviewed 21 Apr 2025
review fromkayak
10.0
Great people. Very nice and professional.Reviewed 5 Jan 2025
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2.0
Car tires were not inspected prior to giving to me and had blowout at midnight that left me and my family stranded on the side of the road for three hours. Both front tires had steel belts showing fully around both tires.Reviewed 7 Oct 2024
review fromkayak
10.0
I was on guard that rental agency at up selling a running customers on returns/check-ins. I was like that at all with the professional and efficient staff on the desk. They were good people, very helpful.Reviewed 26 Aug 2024
review fromkayak
2.0
Horrible they told me 1 thing over the phone then when I went to pick up the van they told me something totally different. I never got the vanReviewed 7 Jun 2024
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Where can I find Budget hire cars in Richmond?

Address

1 Richard E Byrd Terminal Dr

Hours

Monday06:30 - 23:59
Tuesday06:30 - 23:59
Wednesday06:30 - 23:59
Thursday06:30 - 23:59
Friday06:30 - 23:59
Saturday07:00 - 23:00
Sunday07:00 - 23:00

Phone

+1 804 222 6090

Address

8231 Midlothian Turnpike

Hours

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00
Saturday08:30 - 13:00
Sunday09:00 - 13:00

Phone

+1 804 330 0058

Address

4204 West Broad Street

Hours

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00
Saturday08:30 - 13:00
Sunday09:00 - 13:00

Phone

+1 804 254 2005

Address

7923 West Broad Street

Hours

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00
Saturday08:30 - 13:00
Sunday09:00 - 13:00

Phone

+1 804 217 6645