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  • from $64 per day
  • 9.2 top rated · Alamo

A rental car here costs $108 a day on average, about $761 for a week. The most popular car class is Standard, at about $106 a day. Budget is the cheapest for a small car, about $65 a day. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Jun 2026.

  • In the terminal: 3 · Free shuttle bus: 2
  • Free cancellation: 9 of 9
  • Debit card accepted: 4 of 9
  • Alamo
  • Enterprise
  • National
  • Sixt
  • Avis
  • Budget
  • +3

Where to pick up in Baltimore

Pick-up point Type Suppliers From / day Average wait
Baltimore Airport · 13 km Airport 9 $65 22 min
Baltimore 6434 Baltimore National Pike · 13 km City office 2 $70 16 min

Nearby, 22–44 km

Pick-up point Type Suppliers From / day Average wait
Columbia · 22 km City office 1 $68 24 min
College Park · 42 km City office 1 $129 21 min
New Carrollton Washington · 44 km City office 2 $186 16 min

Car rental prices in Baltimore by car type

Class Typical cars Suppliers From / day Typical / day
Economy Mitsubishi Mirage, Chevrolet Spark, Hyundai Venue 8 $68 $84
Compact Nissan Versa, Kia Soul, Kia Niro Electric 8 $66 $83
Intermediate Toyota Corolla, Toyota Prius Hybrid, Hyundai Elantra 9 $73 $90
Standard Volkswagen Jetta, Jeep Wrangler, Mercedes C Class 7 $74 $81
Full size Chevrolet Malibu, Toyota Camry 7 $69
Small SUV Buick Encore, Jeep Renegade 5 $64
Medium SUV Toyota Rav4, Chevrolet Equinox, Ford Mustang Mach-E 8 $70 $86
Large SUV Ford Explorer, Audi Q3, Chevrolet Tahoe 8 $76 $112
SUV Ford Flex 1 $101
Minivan Chrysler Pacifica, Dodge Grand Caravan, Nissan Quest 7 $66 $91
12-passenger van Ford Transit Passengervan 2 $135
15-passenger van Chevrolet Express 2 $147
Luxury Cadillac CTS, Cadillac XTS, Chrysler 300 3 $92
Premium Cadillac XT6, Chevrolet Impala, Lexus ES350 6 $87 $106
Convertible Ford Mustang Convertible 1 $162
Small or medium truck Toyota Tacoma 2 $73
Large truck Dodge Ram 3 $70

The from price is among the lowest prices seen. Half of the offers were cheaper than the typical price. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Jun 2026. Rental companies guarantee the car class, not the exact model. Live availability and prices are shown in search results. How we collect prices

Kia Niro Electric rental car in Baltimore Avis

Kia Niro Electric

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $66/day
Kia Soul rental car in Baltimore Budget

Kia Soul

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $67/day
Hyundai Venue rental car in Baltimore Budget

Hyundai Venue

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $68/day
Kia Rio rental car in Baltimore Avis

Kia Rio

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $71/day
Mitsubishi Mirage rental car in Baltimore Alamo

Mitsubishi Mirage

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $81/day
Nissan Versa rental car in Baltimore Alamo

Nissan Versa

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $81/day
Ford Fiesta rental car in Baltimore Dollar

Ford Fiesta

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $85/day
Chevrolet Spark rental car in Baltimore Thrifty

Chevrolet Spark

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $85/day

Car rental companies in Baltimore

Prices and conditions come from searches on TREWL and may have changed. Ratings come from CarTrawler customer reviews, as shown in searches up to Jun 2026. Live availability and prices are shown in search results. How we collect prices

Alamo

In the terminal Open 24 hours 31 min wait Credit card only
9.2
Excellent 5000+ reviews
from $81/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 9.3 Cleanliness 9.6 Service at the rental desk 9.5 Pick-up process 8.2 Drop-off process 9.7

Included in the price

  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Glass and tire waiver
  • Airport fee
  • Breakdown assistance

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
  • One-way rental allowed
  • Free additional driver
  • Pre-registration available

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Winter tires · Ski rack · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Alamo at Baltimore Airport
7434 New Ridge Rd, Hanover, 21076 3101, MD
8338560898

Enterprise

Free shuttle bus Open 24 hours 24 min wait CDW included Credit card only
9.1
Excellent 2000+ reviews
from $95/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.8 Cleanliness 9.1 Service at the rental desk 9.3 Pick-up process 9.1 Drop-off process 9.4

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Breakdown assistance

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
  • One-way rental allowed

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Winter tires · Ski rack · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Enterprise at Baltimore Airport
7426 New Ridge Rd, Hanover, 21076 3101, MD
8338560899

National

In the terminal Open 24 hours 22 min wait Credit card only
8.7
Excellent 500+ reviews
from $95/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.4 Cleanliness 8.8 Service at the rental desk 8.8 Pick-up process 8.6 Drop-off process 9.0

Included in the price

  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Airport fee

Policies

  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
  • One-way rental allowed

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Winter tires · Ski rack · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat · Additional driver

Office

National at Baltimore Airport
7434 New Ridge Rd, Hanover, 21076 3101, MD
8338560897

Sixt

Free shuttle bus Daily 07:00–23:59 20 min wait CDW included Credit and debit cards
8.2
Excellent 2000+ reviews
from $65/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 7.6 Cleanliness 8.4 Service at the rental desk 8.3 Pick-up process 7.9 Drop-off process 8.8

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Airport fee
  • Taxes

Policies

  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
  • Pre-registration available

Extras (paid at the desk)

Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat · GPS

Office

Sixt at Baltimore Airport
7434 New Ridge Road, Hanover, 21076-3101, MD
+18887498227

Avis

18 min wait Credit card only
7.0
Good 5000+ reviews
from $73/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 6.7 Cleanliness 6.9 Service at the rental desk 7.0 Pick-up process 6.6 Drop-off process 8.1

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Unlimited mileage on selected cars
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Avis at Baltimore 6434 Baltimore National Pike
6610 Baltimore National Pike Adjacent To Ashley Furniture, Catonsville, 21228, MD
410-744-7125

Budget

14 min wait Credit card only
6.8
Good 10000+ reviews
from $70/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 6.6 Cleanliness 7.0 Service at the rental desk 6.6 Pick-up process 6.0 Drop-off process 8.1

Policies

  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Budget at Baltimore 6434 Baltimore National Pike
6610 Baltimore National Pike Adjacent To Ashley Furniture, Catonsville, 21228, MD
410-744-1308

Dollar

Daily 07:00–22:00 15 min wait Credit and debit cards
6.6
Good 5000+ reviews
from $67/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 6.1 Cleanliness 7.3 Service at the rental desk 6.3 Pick-up process 5.9 Drop-off process 7.7

Included in the price

  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Glass and tire waiver
  • Airport fee
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Taxes

Policies

  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
  • One-way rental allowed
  • Pre-registration available

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Ski rack · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat · Additional driver

Office

Dollar at Baltimore Airport
7410 New Ridge Road, Hanover, MD, United States, 21076
(866) 434-2226

Thrifty

Daily 07:00–22:00 Credit and debit cards
5.9
Average 5000+ reviews
from $66/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 5.6 Cleanliness 6.0 Service at the rental desk 6.6 Pick-up process 4.6 Drop-off process 6.8

Included in the price

  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Glass and tire waiver
  • Airport fee
  • Taxes

Policies

  • Fully charged
  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
  • One-way rental allowed
  • Pre-registration available

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Ski rack · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat · Snow chains

Office

Thrifty at Baltimore Airport
7410 New Ridge Rd, Hanover, MD, United States, 21240
(877) 283-0898

Hertz

In the terminal Daily 06:00–23:59 31 min wait Credit and debit cards
5.6
Average 2000+ reviews
from $75/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 4.8 Cleanliness 6.3 Service at the rental desk 6.1 Pick-up process 5.8 Drop-off process 5.3

Included in the price

  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Airport fee
  • Taxes

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
  • Pre-registration available

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Ski rack · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat · Additional driver

Office

Hertz at Baltimore Airport
7416 New Ridge Road, Hanover., Md, Baltimore, 21076, MD
4106847900

Rental conditions in Baltimore

Based on 9 suppliers here and nearby. Data from the 12 months to Jun 2026.

Driver age Minimum age 21. Drivers under 25 pay $27–$60 a day extra (Alamo, Hertz and Sixt).
Debit card Accepted by 4 of 9 suppliers: Sixt, Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz.
Credit card Usually required, in the main driver's name. 5 of 9 suppliers list no debit option.
Mileage Unlimited at all 9 suppliers.
Transmission Automatic 99%, manual 1%.
Electric and hybrid Hyundai Ioniq 6, Toyota Prius Hybrid, Kia Niro Electric and Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD, from $63 a day.
Cancellation Free up to 48 hours before pick-up at 9 suppliers.
Insurance included Theft protection (TP) (7 suppliers), Third-party liability (TPL) (7 suppliers), Glass and tire waiver (3 suppliers).
Included in the price Airport fee, Breakdown assistance, Taxes
One-way rental Allowed by 5 suppliers. One-way fee seen: $302–$402.
Free additional driver Alamo
Extras GPS (9 suppliers), Infant seat (9 suppliers), Child seat (9 suppliers), Booster seat (9 suppliers), Ski rack (6 suppliers), Winter tires (3 suppliers)
Special offers Pre-registration available (5 suppliers), Free additional driver (1 supplier), Special discount (1 supplier)

Driving in the USA: drive on the right · 0.08% blood alcohol (0.05% in Utah) · 0.02% for new drivers. Driving rules

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Car rental in Baltimore: what to expect

Open 24 hours: Alamo, Enterprise and National. Customers report an average wait at the desk from 14 min at Budget to 31 min at Hertz.

For a small car, Budget is the cheapest at about $65 a day and is rated 6.8 out of 10. Alamo is rated 9.2 and costs about $81.

99% of the cars offered here are automatic. Mileage is unlimited at all 9 suppliers. The minimum driver age is 21, and drivers under 25 pay from $27 a day extra. Most suppliers allow free cancellation up to 48 hours before pick-up.

People who search here most often live in the USA, Germany and Colombia. 7% of searches return the car elsewhere, most often at Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT), Austin Airport (AUS) and Bentonville Airport (XNA). A typical rental lasts 3 days.

Car rental in Baltimore: FAQ

How much does it cost to rent a car in Baltimore?
Car rental in Baltimore starts from $64 per day, and the average price is $108 per day. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Jun 2026. At the average daily rate, a rental costs about $326 for a 3-day weekend and $761 for a week. Rentals of a month or longer usually get a lower daily rate. The final price depends on the season, the car class, the rental company and how early you book.

What are the most popular types of rental cars in Baltimore?
These are the car types people opened most often in searches on TREWL in Baltimore over the last 12 months, with their average daily prices:
  • Standard: $106 per day
  • SUV: $102 per day
Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Jun 2026. Smaller cars are usually the cheapest, while SUVs, vans and premium cars cost more but offer extra space and comfort.

Which car rental companies are the most popular in Baltimore?
These are the rental companies people opened most often in searches on TREWL in Baltimore over the last 12 months:
  • Thrifty, average price $79 per day
Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Jun 2026.

Which car rental company has the best reviews in Baltimore?
According to customer reviews, the highest-rated car rental companies in Baltimore are:
  • Alamo: rated 9.2/10 by 5000+ customers, average price $104 per day
  • Enterprise: rated 9.1/10 by 2000+ customers
  • National: rated 8.7/10 by 500+ customers, average price $124 per day
Ratings cover value for money, car cleanliness, desk service, and the pick-up and drop-off process. Ratings come from CarTrawler customer reviews, as shown in searches up to Jun 2026.

Which is the cheapest car rental company in Baltimore?
By the average daily price of a small car (mini, economy or compact), the cheapest rental companies in Baltimore are:
  • Budget: about $65 per day
  • Alamo: about $81 per day
  • Avis: about $84 per day
Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Jun 2026. For the lowest price, book early, choose a smaller car and check the fuel policy and deposit before you pay.

Where do I pick up my rental car in Baltimore?
It depends on the rental company, and the pick-up type is shown for each company on this page.
  • Desk in or next to the terminal: Alamo, National and Hertz
  • Free shuttle bus to the rental office: Enterprise, Sixt and Avis
Your booking confirmation always includes the exact pick-up address and instructions.

Can I pick up a car in Baltimore and return it somewhere else?
Yes, one-way rentals are possible with many companies, but they usually charge a one-way fee, which is higher for longer distances or for drop-offs in another country. In Baltimore, one-way rentals are offered by Alamo, Enterprise and National. Enter a different drop-off location in the search form to see one-way prices with the fee included.

What is the minimum age to rent a car in Baltimore?
The lowest minimum age among rental companies in Baltimore is 21, and some companies require 23 or 25 for larger or premium cars. Drivers under 25 usually pay a daily young driver fee, and some companies limit younger drivers to smaller car classes. You also need to have held your driving license for at least one year. Age rules for young drivers in Baltimore:
  • Alamo: minimum age 21, young driver fee up to age 24
  • Sixt: minimum age 21, young driver fee up to age 24
  • Hertz: minimum age 21, young driver fee up to age 24

Can I rent a car in Baltimore with a debit card?
Rental companies in Baltimore typically accept major credit cards such as Visa, Mastercard and American Express. The card must be in the main driver's name and have enough funds for the security deposit. Debit and prepaid cards are accepted only by some companies, sometimes with a higher deposit or extra checks. Companies that accept debit cards in Baltimore: Sixt, Dollar, Thrifty and Hertz. The accepted cards are listed for each company on this page.

Which car rental companies in Baltimore offer unlimited mileage?
8 rental companies in Baltimore include unlimited mileage on all cars, among them Alamo, Enterprise and National. Avis offers it on some cars only. The mileage policy is shown in each offer before you book. With limited mileage, every kilometer or mile over the daily allowance is charged extra.

What fuel policy do rental companies use in Baltimore?
The fuel policy is shown for each company on this page. The most common ones in Baltimore are:
  • Full to full: you get the car with a full tank and return it full. This is usually the cheapest option because you only pay for the fuel you use at pump prices. Refuel near the drop-off point, or the company will charge for the missing fuel plus a service fee. Offered by Alamo, Enterprise, Avis and Hertz.
  • Same to same: you return the car with the same fuel level as at pick-up.

Can I rent an electric or hybrid car in Baltimore?
Yes. Companies offering electric and hybrid cars in Baltimore include Dollar, Avis and Budget. The cheapest is Budget, from $63 per day. Hybrids need no charging. With a fully electric car, check the charging options along your route and the company's charging policy before you set off.

What extras can I add to a car rental in Baltimore?
You can add extras when you book or at the rental desk:
  • Additional driver: another person can share the driving if they meet the same requirements as the main driver (age and a valid driving license). Most companies charge a daily fee, but in Baltimore Alamo includes an additional driver for free.
  • GPS navigation, to find your way on unfamiliar roads
  • Child seats, infant seats and booster seats, which are required by law for young children in most countries
  • Extra insurance that lowers or removes the excess you pay if the car is damaged.
Extras are limited, so it's best to reserve them together with the car.

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