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10.0

Pros:Quick and professional service both in picking up and dropping off the car.Reviewed 2019 Sep 13

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6.8

Pros:Staff was friendly and efficient.Cons:I was charged for a scratch that was on the bottom of the front bumper and possibly already on the car prior to my renting it. It was so low that I had to bend over to see it.Reviewed 2019 Jul 10

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7.6

Quick exitPros:Quick exitCons:Took us 3 people to ask where to drop off the car. Not a simple system.Reviewed 2018 Oct 20

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4.0

Ripped off again in Scotland.Cons:I was ripped off again. The second time this has happened to me in Glasgow, UK. At the end of the rental, I was charged for scratches on the wheel rim which I did not cause. All of the wheels had scrapes and scratches on them. The person checking me in only looked at ONE rim and pointed out several scratches which he said "looked new". They charged me GBP 120.00 for the scratches, and a GBP 55.00 fee for "damage processing". How ridiculous. I am going to contest these charges, because I did not drive up on curbs or otherwise damage this rim. I only parked in the hotel parking lot and at the COSTCO parking lot, both of which had parking slots and no curbs.Reviewed 2017 Nov 26

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8.0

Pros:The car itself was great.Cons:The site says the office is in the terminal. It was not. Just a Hirt walk. But still misleading. The wait to pick up the car was long. It cost way more than the original quote. And the directions for drop off were easily missed. I found it more by luck than by following the roadside directions.Reviewed 2017 Oct 09

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8.0

Pros:The Peugeot 308 handled well and was large enough to be comfortable for three people and luggage. We drove it around for two weeks in England and Scotland. The staff at the Glasgow airport were knowledgeable and friendly, though service was a little slow due to many customers.Reviewed 2017 Jun 05

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6.8

Pros:Customer service person was great - we found the staff to be incredibly pleasant. The car itself was great.Cons:The rental was MUCH more costly than what was advertised and the bill that came afterwards was very hard to understand. They press you to add insurance and then there are increased taxes and fees that you don't know about. The bill was about 25% more than we were expecting. Pretty frustrating... and expensive.Reviewed 2017 Apr 25

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10.0

Representative was very helpfulPros:Our flight was delayed, so they gave away our car. However, the person working there helped us get a nice car replacement.Cons:Our flight was delayed, so they gave away our car.Reviewed 2017 Apr 22

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5.6

Didn't have car, extra feesPros:The first person I met seemed to want to be helpful (but she handed me over to another)Cons:They didn't even have the car we booked (7 person) on site, despit having booked it weeks in advance. They gave us a 5 person car, tried to tell us it was better than the one we booked and if we wanted the 7-seater we would have to come back to the airport at night and hopefully one would be ready. Then they added extra fees for "minimum required legal insurance", saying we were quoted the wrong amount because we booked on the US site (we have French drivers licenses). Disappointing.Reviewed 2017 Apr 21

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4.8

Terrible customer service at GlasgowCons:Guy at counter rude. Woman at parking lot lied about petrol tank level.Reviewed 2017 Jan 08

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5.6

Misleading online estimatePros:Car was clean and comfortable. Glasgow airport is fairly simple to get in and out of car rental area.Cons:Upsaling left and right - apparently prepurchasing the insurance with Kayak was insufficient. Also some how the model car we were upgraded to didn't have GPS so yet another upcharge. The reservation was for ~$150 online, final charges were nearly $450!Reviewed 2016 Nov 29

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6.4

Pros:The car was good and quite new. The counter was helpful.Cons:The price was very much more expensive than what I have seen in Kayak advertised. Not value for money, should have reflected when I booked in Internet.Reviewed 2016 Jun 06

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• Where are the Budget car hire branches in Glasgow?

  You have the convenience of choosing from one of two Budget branches in Glasgow. If you're arriving by air, the obvious choice is the one at Glasgow International Airport. The desk is in the Domestic Arrivals hall, once you've passed the baggage claim section. There's also a Budget branch in downtown Glasgow. You'll find it squarely in the city centre on Lancefield Street. It's on the northern side of the River Clyde that flows through the city, opposite the Skypark Car Park.

• What documentation do I need when I collect my Budget hire car in Glasgow?

  Both the airport and downtown branches of Budget in Glasgow require the have the same document requirements when you arrive to collect your car. Assuming you haven't used the QuickPass system to book, you'll need to show your UK driver's licence, as well as your DVLA licence code. You can get this online from the traffic authority's website. You'll also need a payment card, either to pay with or to further confirm your identity if you've booked in advance. If you've chosen a particularly high-end vehicle, you may also need to show proof of residence.

• What benefits does Budget have over other agencies in Glasgow?

  Whether you choose the Glasgow Airport Budget branch or the one in Lancefield Street, you'll enjoy the same benefits. You can choose the make and model you want, or receive a similar one if your specific one isn't available. All vehicles are subject to a rigorous safety inspection when they're returned, so you can drive with peace of mind. This includes checking the tyres and the smaller items like windscreen wipers. This attention to detail helps to ensure a top-quality yet cost-effective hire car option in Glasgow.

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

  Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type from Budget in Glasgow.

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

  Budget has 3 rental locations in Glasgow. 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: Glasgow Intl airport (GLA)?

  Yes

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

  Yes