Book Budget car rentals in Austin

• Where are the best pickup locations for Budget car rentals in Austin?

  There are many different Budget car rental locations to choose from in Austin. For example, you can pick up your vehicle from the location at 13201 Fm 620 North, which can be found in the northern part of the city. There is also an agency at 7010 Highway 71 West, which is in the southwest part of Austin. Otherwise, you can grab your rental at 3819 Presidential Boulevard, which is in the southeast part of town.

• What are the different car rental benefits or amenities offered by Budget in Austin?

  While you can typically choose a specific car category (such as economy, compact, midsize, SUV, etc.) when making a reservation with Budget, requesting a specific make or model within that category is generally not guaranteed. Rental car companies, including Budget, operate on a first-come, first-served basis. It's important to note that car availability can vary based on factors like location, demand, and the current fleet of vehicles at the rental branch. While Budget makes efforts to accommodate customer preferences, they usually do not guarantee specific makes or models to avoid potential disappointments in the event that a particular vehicle is not available.

• Where are the best places to park Budget car rentals in Austin?

  Parking in Austin, Texas, can be challenging, especially in busy areas like downtown, close to the University of Texas campus, and during major events or festivals. Metered street parking is available in many areas, especially downtown. Austin has numerous parking garages and lots, especially in downtown and around popular attractions. These facilities usually charge hourly or daily rates. During peak times, these garages can fill up quickly, so it's advisable to arrive early if you plan to use them.

• What is the most popular rental car from Budget in Austin?

  Luxury rental cars (Dodge Charger or similar) are the most frequently booked rental car types from Budget in Austin.

• How many car rental locations does Budget have in Austin?

  Budget has 10 rental locations in Austin. Take a look at our Budget rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.

• Does Budget have a car rental location at the airport: Austin Bergstrom airport (AUS)?

  Yes

• Does Budget offer shuttle or airport pick-up services from Austin Bergstrom airport (AUS)?

  Yes

Reviews for Budget in Austin

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10.0

Great! Especially at drop off. Quinn with “Budget” helped me immensely! ThanksReviewed 2026 Sept 02

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10.0

The service was good both when picking up the car and when returning it. The cleanliness was average, and the gas tank wasn't full, but I returned it full.Reviewed 2026 Sept 02

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10.0

Drop off was very hectic. First time to Huoston airport. Tried to return the car quickly as I had a flight to catch . Couldn't locate budget easily. It took me 40 minutes to figure out where exactly they were. I wish if there were clear instruction of their drop off location rather than the address they provided which accommodates dozen more rental brands. However , pickup in Austin was hassle free and exceptional.Reviewed 2026 May 14

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2.0

Absolutely terrible experience the other day at this site. The Budget counter was unmanned. Sign stated to use the Avis desk, which only had one rep on duty. Significant line/wait. I was in line for 45 minutes waiting for a car, and after finally getting a car assignment, went upstairs to find that another patron had been given the same car, forcing the other patron to go BACK into line again. I returned the car with a full tank of gas and was still charged 31.97 for fuel service. I will never, ever, rent from Budget ever again.Reviewed 2026 Apr 30

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4.0

The line to pick up the rental was unreal. Under-staffed, and it took well over an hour to pick up the vehicle. And the cost was too much for a small SUV.Reviewed 2026 Apr 21

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2.0

They didn’t have any cars available once we arrived to pick up and claimed they had no way to contact me although they themselves emailed me earlier that morning asking if I was “ready for my pickup”…. Clearly I was and they weren’t. Absolutely abysmal nightmare situation regarding a car rental reservation made 3 months ago that fell through during holiday travel due to their fault entirely.Reviewed 2025 Nov 29

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45 minutes wait in line Half mile walk to carReviewed 2025 Oct 31

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10.0

The Avis service agent who helped me was delightfully helpful. My car was an excellent value. The only curious aspect of my rental was the QEEQ online platform experience, as I did not understand in advance that that platform was the online platform for Avis and Budget, so better communication needed there. Otherwise, excellent experience.Reviewed 2025 Oct 19

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4.0

It was Thrifty. the car was so small, and it had many blind spots.Reviewed 2025 Oct 10

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2.0

You could disclose on your website that you only accept Major credit card. I have rented from other companies and have been able to use my bank supported debit card as a major credit card. I was out the cost of an uber driving to pick up the car I had confirmation for to rent. And then then cost of an Uber returning home after being denied the rental all because the website didn't disclose that bank supported card were not accepted. The counter person was super friendly and apologetic about the situation.Reviewed 2025 Jun 25

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Wait time at rental counter to get vehicleReviewed 2025 Jan 08

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Terrible, the line was very long and they only had one agent. They did not have my car ready and I had to wait many hours to get one.Reviewed 2025 Jan 01

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