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KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Ocala

  • Take advantage of car rental services after getting to Ocala Union Railway station in Florida. However, there are no onsite car rental offices available. You will have to pre-arrange with the car rental services to get your car delivered to the train station. Cheap car rentals in Ocala like Hertz Car Rentals offer delivery to custom locations or a popular point of choice. When traveling with your family, you can select an SUV or pick a pickup truck to run errands. For a special night out, you can choose a classic sports car.
  • Selecting a car at Ocala car rentals enables you to move around Ocala and the adjacent cities. It takes about 25min to get to Gypsy Gold Farm by car. The farm is home to the Gypsy Vanner Horses, a rare breed of horses. It is approximately 12.3 miles from Ocala city. Drive to Belleview and enjoy shopping for antique items at Grumpy Jerry's flea market. The market is 13.2 miles away from Ocala city, a 21min drive. For science and long-distance drive lovers, the Kennedy Space Center is accessible. Taking a car will get you to the center in roughly 2h to cover the 99 miles distance.
  • During the annual festivals in Ocala, you may experience traffic build-ups. The annual Strawberry Habitat Festival in Ocala is held in March. Thousands flock to the family-friendly festival leading to a heavy traffic flow with people trying to access the venue. In October, the largest Carnival in Florida County, the Blessed Trinity Carnival, is held for four consecutive days. The carnival is attended by over ten thousand people, which leads to some streets being closed temporarily. The road closure can lead traffic to build up in the city. The Ocala Arts festivals held in October also cause road closures and detours in downtown Ocala.
  • Most people touring Ocala city visit The Silver Spring State Park or go ziplining at The Canyons Zip Line and Adventure Park. While these attractions are relatively close to the city, having a rental car will give you the freedom to venture further to places like Rainbow River, about 23 miles away, or go snorkeling in Silver Glen Springs, situated around 38 miles away. The beauty of renting a car when traveling to a new city is the flexibility of being able to go wherever you want, whenever you want, without necessarily having to limit yourself to designated routes. You can discover the hidden attractions, hotels, and bars in the rural areas without worrying about transportation to and from. Ocala City is a relatively small city, but there’s so much to offer, and a rental car will give you the ability to indulge as much as you want.
  • Once you arrive at the Ocala International Airport, you’ll find several Ocala car rentals in the airport terminal building. The car rental agencies present at the airport include Hertz, Dollar, Avis, and Enterprise. You can compare prices and types of cars prior to the trip and book your car through KAYAK in advance.
  • Florida is notorious for pedestrian accidents and the city of Ocala is no exemption. You’ll notice many jaywalkers as you drive through Ocala, so keep an eye out to avoid an accident. Watch out for motorcyclists as well, especially in intersections and when changing lanes.
  • State Road 200, in the direction of Interstate 75, can have bumper-to-bumper traffic, especially during rush hours from around 6am to 9am and 3pm to 7pm. Still, this is not as bad as most cities, so don’t expect a gridlock. The north of Florida, Ocala included, experiences snow, slush, sleet, and icy roads during winter, so if you travel at this time, get yourself a four-wheel-drive or an all-wheel-drive car from car rentals in Ocala to ensure a safe trip.
  • Book your rental car in Ocala at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Intermediate rental cars in Ocala are around 45% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about renting a car in Ocala

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Ocala?

    The Ocala National Forest is well-known for off-roading adventures. If this happens to be one of the reasons that you’re in the city, having a vehicle well-suited for off-roading terrain, including sandy terrain and rocky roads, will make the trip worthwhile. A Jeep or a four-wheel-drive would be a good choice for this task. If you intend to stay within the city, any on-road vehicle will do just fine as long as it meets your capacity needs and budget.

  • What’s the speed limit in Ocala?

    Unless otherwise posted, the maximum speed limit in Ocala is 55mph. That said, when you venture into a municipal speed area, keep in mind that the limit is typically 30mph, which also goes for business and residential areas. School zones demand a lower limit of 20mph, but when driving on rural interstates or a limited-access highway, you can maintain 70mph. In any area where the speed limit is not posted, you should drive at a maximum of 30mph.

  • Where are the best places to park in Ocala?

    In downtown Ocala, there’s a free parking garage on Southeast Osceola Avenue and East Fort King Street known as the 402-space facility. There are parking meters available along the streets, operating from 8am to 6pm on weekdays and charging approximately $0.50 per hour. Find free parking on N. Magnolia Avenue and SW. 1st Avenue. The downtown parking garage, which is located on SE Broadway St., also has free parking available every day if you prefer not to park in the street.

  • How much is gas price in Ocala?

    The average gas price in Ocala is C$ 4.76 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between C$ 57 and C$ 76, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular rental car in Ocala?

    Intermediate (Toyota RAV4 or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Ocala.

  • Which car rental companies are at Orlando airport (MCO)?

    Car rental companies onsite at Orlando airport include Routes Car & Truck Rentals, Thrifty, Fox, Budget, Zezgo, NU Car, Dollar, Sonic Car Rental, Seven Auto Rent & Sale and Hertz.

  • Which car rental companies will pick you up at Orlando airport (MCO)?

    Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Orlando airport to off-airport locations include Routes Car & Truck Rentals, Thrifty, Fox, Budget, Dollar, Hertz, Avis, Clubs Car Rental, Advantage and Enterprise Rent-A-Car.

  • How can I find car rentals near me in Ocala?

    Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.

  • How much does an Intermediate car rental cost in Ocala?

    An Intermediate car rental in Ocala costs C$ 63 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Full Size car rental cost in Ocala?

    A Full Size car rental in Ocala costs C$ 213 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Mini car rental cost in Ocala?

    A Mini car rental in Ocala costs C$ 110 per day, on average.

  • Is carpooling allowed in Ocala?

    You can share your car from the cheap car rentals in Ocala with your friends or colleagues. Carpooling is recommended in the city because it helps fuel conservation, thus preserving the environment. It is also economically beneficial because of the cost-sharing involved. You, however, have to check with the car rental company regarding their carpooling regulations.

  • Does Ocala have toll roads?

    Enjoy cruising at the toll-free Ocala roads as you take in the scenery. You will not find any toll station on the busy I-75 road. Be sure to adhere to the legal speed limits at all times indicated on the right side of the road. Look out for the cameras, message boards, and estimated travel times for roadways across Ocala.

Ocala car rental reviews and directory 
All ratings and reviews are collected from KAYAK users with a verified car rental booking. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Best rated

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.0

Value for money

7.7

3 locations in Ocala

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Locations in Ocala

1770 Sw 60th Ave

+1 352 861 2528

Opening times not available

448 Sw 10th St

+1 352 237 0002

Monday07:30 - 17:00
Tuesday07:30 - 17:00
Wednesday07:30 - 17:00
Thursday07:30 - 17:00
Friday07:30 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

4480 Se Maricamp Rd

+1 352 694 4480

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Apr 2024

Pick-up truck

KAYAK
Wonderful...just wish there was a closer on...like in Belview. , Florida. Will definitely rent fron Enterprise again.

8.0 Very good

Anonymous, Apr 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff was great in assisting receiving the car

Cons:

Make sure to thoroughly clean the car from cigarette smoke (even though people are not supposed to smoke in cars)

3.2 Poor

Michelle, Oct 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Pick up was easy

Cons:

Dropping off wasn’t convenient because of their hours and even though they’re closed Sunday and I dropped off on Sunday they still charged me a full day for Monday.

6.8 Okay

Anonymous, Oct 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff was friendly

Cons:

The drop off location had been shut down and had to locate another drop off site. Gentleman was nice and waived the charge to return it to a different site than stated on contract. This should not have happened, if a location has been shut down, then it should not have been in the drop off options.

8.0 Very good

Anonymous, Sep 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Yes

8.4 Very good

Anonymous, Sep 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

The staff and the lady that helped me was very helpful.

Cons:

I just did not like the style of the car. It was uncomfortable. It smelled like a dog had been in there previously. I had to drive to pick my son up and all of his stuff smelled like dog when we got home. Maybe take more time to clean it better before someone else rents it.

1 out of 4

Budget

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.3

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.6

Value for money

6.3

2 locations in Ocala

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Locations in Ocala

1506 South Pine Avenue

+1 352 369 5556

Monday07:00 - 18:00
Tuesday07:00 - 18:00
Wednesday07:00 - 18:00
Thursday07:00 - 18:00
Friday07:00 - 18:00
Saturday08:00 - 17:00
Sunday09:00 - 12:00

1770 Southwest 60th Avenue

+1 352 237 0649

Monday07:00 - 18:00
Tuesday07:00 - 18:00
Wednesday07:00 - 18:00
Thursday07:00 - 18:00
Friday07:00 - 18:00
Saturday08:00 - 17:00
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2.0 Poor

Emanuel, Sep 2024

Full-size

KAYAK
I never got the car

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Feb 2024

Pick-up truck

KAYAK
They didn’t have my rental and wouldn’t have one!! I had to cancel my trip!🤬🤬

10.0 Wonderful

Patrick, Dec 2023

Compact

KAYAK
Fast and easy!

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Nov 2023

Compact

KAYAK
The pickup service was fine, but drop-off at the Orlando airport was the worst customer service I have ever experienced. And the only vehicle available was a gas-guzzling pickup truck, which compounded the price gouging for gas.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Nov 2023

Intermediate

KAYAK
The experience was good, seamless. Friendly staff.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Oct 2022

KAYAK
Drive 90 miles from Kissimmee to Ocala to pick up my rental car that I reserved from kayak online after driving the 1.5 hours I was told there was no car then was told there were cars at the Ocala airport ubered there and no car read says I have a car, then I had to Uber all the back to my family in Kissimmee I will never use budget again and I suggest you don’t ! $300 no car

1 out of 6

Hertz

Cleanliness

5.3

Comfort

5.4

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.7

Value for money

6.0

2 locations in Ocala

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1770 Sw 60th Avenue

+1 352 861 1888

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday09:00 - 12:00

970 Sw 6th Ave Suite 107

+1 352 622 9980

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00

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10.0 Wonderful

Jeffrey, Oct 2023

Compact SUV

KAYAK
Car not so damaged

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Feb 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Yes, the staff were friendly. Their price for the large high-roof van was awesome, especially with the unlimited miles. Actually got over 20 mpg with the van, even when fully loaded with furniture during a 234 mile round trip.

Cons:

The van was a little dirty inside the cargo area, but nothing serious. If the price remains the same, I'd use Hertz again if I have need for a cargo van rental.

6.8 Okay

Alan, Sep 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff member had personality of a fish.

Cons:

STAFF

2.0 Poor

Jaime, Mar 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

They didn't allow us to pick up the rental.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Feb 2023

Intermediate

KAYAK
The interior of the rental reeked of gasoline, which the Ocala Hertz tried to cover up with baking soda and by giving me the keys with the windows rolled down. I had serious headaches while driving for extended periods and believe it may affect my health. By the time I noticed the strong odor the location was already closed for the weekend. One of the tires needed air immediately after driving it and the FOB battery was so low it wouldn’t lock or unlock the doors at times.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Aug 2022

KAYAK
The car I reserved they gave to a lady whom got there 5 minutes before me. Then they gave me another suv. They said low on gas.. It was empty. I got 15 mins down the road to find out the side mirrors did not work. Called them then they said it would be about 3 hrs for a tow. I had to drive a unsafe car back to Hertz. They then gave me a car (I resrved a SUV) I was going 1 way across Country. I hit South Dakota and went for the breaks. All the wires from under the dash had fallen out onto the breaks. My sandel was caught in the wires. I almost wrecked. The fee should have been 498. The final bill was over 1k. Never again...

1 out of 4

Avis

4.6

Cleanliness

4.9

Comfort

4.9

Pick-up/Drop-off

4.8

Value for money

5.0

2 locations in Ocala

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1506 South Pine Avenue

+1 352 368 1937

Monday07:00 - 18:00
Tuesday07:00 - 18:00
Wednesday07:00 - 18:00
Thursday07:00 - 18:00
Friday07:00 - 18:00
Saturday08:00 - 17:00
Sunday09:00 - 12:00

1770 Southwest 60th Avenue

+1 352 237 2714

Monday07:00 - 18:00
Tuesday07:00 - 18:00
Wednesday07:00 - 18:00
Thursday07:00 - 18:00
Friday07:00 - 18:00
Saturday08:00 - 17:00
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10.0 Wonderful

Juliana, Jul 2024

Economy

KAYAK
More than i expected

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Apr 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

when i arrived in Ocala to pick up my car i was asked to show two pictured forms of id, i did not fly there so i did not carry my passport and i do not even need one unless i travel out of country. Katie was just doing her job and would not rent to me because your computer requested the 2nd id. i usually use Enterprise to travel, however your rates appeared to be better. i arrived much earlier and returned my car early and was charged over 300 dollars for two days. i called avis and you rerouted me to pick up a car in the ocala airport, the gentleman also has the same request of me to show two form of picture id. he rented to me anyway but gave me a crossover which ate more then half the gas that the ikea would have used. you should have stated that i would need that id, what a stress you caused me to an already stressful time in my life.

Cons:

state you might need a second picture id. your prices werent the price you state upon holding your car. i will not use avis if i can help it in the future.

2.0 Poor

Cynthia, Mar 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

VERY, VERY BAD experience. Reserved a convertible for 9AM. When we arrived convertible was not available. We were given a DIRTY Dodge Charger. The car was dusty on the outside had not been cleaned or disinfected in the inside. We had to wipe down the seats and steering wheel. This is a pandemic I expected a disinfected car. Car also smelled of cigarette smoke. Why would two grandmothers want a Dodge Charger. We ordered a mustang convertible to enjoy the Florida sun. We are very unhappy. I will tell everyone I know about my BAD experience with Avis/KAYAK.

Cons:

The car we ordered (Convertible) should have been at the pick up area. Attendant should have worked with us, we were willing to go to another location for a convertible. He was not helpful Attendant needs customer service training Attendant needs more Avis training. Replacement car was filthy both inside and out. Replacement car needed to be disinfected inside we are in a pandemic Replacement car needed the smell of smoke removed WE ARE NOT HAPPY WITH BOTH AVIS AND KAYAK

2.0 Poor

William, Dec 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Nothing. They didn’t have the vehicle I ordered and tried to get me to take another for more money.

6.0 Okay

Anonymous, Jun 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

The price was right on. Ease of pick and drop off was good.

Cons:

We were given a car with a tire that had a known issue of leaking air. This created a situation on our road trip where we needed to swap out the car. The office in Ocala, Florida was disorganized, and the representative at the counter was disinterested. The gentleman in the car area was helpful and kind and filled the tires with air. However, this car should not have been rented out to anyone as there was a known tire leak.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Apr 2022

KAYAK
Made a reservation but they didn’t have a car. 0/10

1 out of 4

National

7.8

Good

One location in Ocala

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1770 Sw 60th Ave

+1 352 861 2528

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Thrifty

6.0

Okay

One location in Ocala

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Locations in Ocala

970 Sw 6th Ave Suite 107

+1 352 622 9980

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00

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Dollar

5.8

Fair

One location in Ocala

Locations in Ocala

970 Southwest 6th Avenue

+1 352 622 9980

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00

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Florida Van Rentals

No score available yet

One location in Ocala

Locations in Ocala

750 SW 60th Avenue Ocala

+1 407 438 8010

Opening times not available

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Sunnycars

No score available yet

One location in Ocala

Locations in Ocala

1770 SW 60th Avenue

Opening times not available

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80 travellers who rented a car in Ocala gave the car agency they used an average rating of 6.0

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Intermediate

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Pick-up locationOcala
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Airport locations6