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Reviews for Budget in Richmond
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" and helpful."(in 1394 reviews)
"Great price, very ."(in 3750 reviews)
" and fast."(in 1394 reviews)
Cons
"Terrible as well"(in 355 reviews)
"Will Budget again!"(in 252 reviews)
"Will Budget again."(in 252 reviews)
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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
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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
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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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8.0
long wait to get carReviewed 2 Jun 2024
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6.0
The employees at the richmond airport Budget office we're not very friendly they gave me an SUV instead of a car and SUV was a Ford not a Toyota Corolla like I asked for it was raining heavily I did not understand the car and I was not comfortable with an SUV but it was the car that they gave me and since other people were waiting in line for another car I felt I needed to just go ahead and take it I brought it back I believe the next day and said please give me a car I was afraid to drive the SUV I'm very comfortable sedans and especially Toyota brand the Ford controls were completely different from the Toyota brand and did I mention how rude the Richmond Virginia employees were at the Richmond airport unbelievable ! when I was returning the SUV the lady taking the car said what is the mileage and I said oh that's a good idea let me look at the mileage too what is that mileage? And she said oh so you're gonna do my job now huh? Excuse me? I mean was that necessary such attitudes I found not only from the budget Avis employees but just the large majority of staff in Customer Service positions were just plain rude and had such attitudes I don't know what made them so unhappy I had just met them so it wasn't my fault I just didn't understand why they were so unhappy in their jobs so leave if you hate the job there's no reason to be rude when someone has done nothing to you .Reviewed 18 May 2024
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2.0
It took 2hrs for me to get my rental keys when I landed. I had to wait 1.5hrs just to get checked in and then another 30mins just to pick up the keys after being checked in. Absolutely ridiculous.Reviewed 13 May 2024
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2.0
I had a reservation for 10, and didn't receive a car until 11:15. All of the other customers had to wait at least 30 minutes, and they had reservations too. Based on location reviews, this is the norm rather than a one off occurrence. The car was fine.Reviewed 29 Feb 2024
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4.0
Pick up was terrible, long lines, inefficient , not enough staff to handle the situation correctly. Many customers were visibly upset. I hope they hire more staff to work during peak times.Reviewed 12 Oct 2023
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6.0
The cars brakes were squealing & vibrating when applied. The car smelled like smoke.Reviewed 22 Oct 2022
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2.0
I never got the car. After waiting 2 hours I gave up and called Lyft.Reviewed 9 Oct 2022
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8.0
The car was great the price could have been better And the car was not cleanReviewed 25 Aug 2022
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2.0
Was charged $17.99 fuel service and $9.79/gal for being 1 gallon under at drop off even though fuel gauge was above FReviewed 10 May 2022
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Where can I find Budget hire cars in Richmond?
1 Richard E Byrd Terminal Dr
Address
1 Richard E Byrd Terminal DrHours
| Monday | 06:30 - 23:59 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 06:30 - 23:59 |
| Wednesday | 06:30 - 23:59 |
| Thursday | 06:30 - 23:59 |
| Friday | 06:30 - 23:59 |
| Saturday | 07:00 - 23:00 |
| Sunday | 07:00 - 23:00 |
Phone
+1 804 222 6090Address
8231 Midlothian TurnpikeHours
| Monday | 08:00 - 18:00 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 08:00 - 18:00 |
| Wednesday | 08:00 - 18:00 |
| Thursday | 08:00 - 18:00 |
| Friday | 08:00 - 18:00 |
| Saturday | 08:30 - 13:00 |
| Sunday | 09:00 - 13:00 |
Phone
+1 804 330 0058Address
4204 West Broad StreetHours
| Monday | 08:00 - 18:00 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 08:00 - 18:00 |
| Wednesday | 08:00 - 18:00 |
| Thursday | 08:00 - 18:00 |
| Friday | 08:00 - 18:00 |
| Saturday | 08:30 - 13:00 |
| Sunday | 09:00 - 13:00 |
Phone
+1 804 254 2005Address
7923 West Broad StreetHours
| Monday | 08:00 - 18:00 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 08:00 - 18:00 |
| Wednesday | 08:00 - 18:00 |
| Thursday | 08:00 - 18:00 |
| Friday | 08:00 - 18:00 |
| Saturday | 08:30 - 13:00 |
| Sunday | 09:00 - 13:00 |
Phone
+1 804 217 6645Good to know
Most popular location | 1 Richard E Byrd Terminal Dr |
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Most popular car type | Economy |
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.
- Economy car hire from Budget in Richmond are around 13% 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?
Economy (Chevrolet Spark or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type 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