St. Augustine car rental information
| Pick-up location | St. Augustine |
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| Rental locations | 10 |
| Airport locations | 3 |
Cheap car rentals in St. Augustine
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KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in St. Augustine
- With car rentals in St. Augustine, it’s easy to go anywhere you need to both within the city and the larger region. While the town does have basic public transportation, St. Augustine car rentals remain one of the easiest ways to move between neighborhoods. Having your own vehicle will also make it simple for you to go to places that are a bit further from downtown St. Augustine, such as Fort Mose Historic State Park, which is around a 15min drive away. There is also the Davenport Park, which is approximately a 12min drive from the city center.
- One convenient and efficient place to secure St. Augustine car rentals is the Jacksonville International Airport (JAX), located about an hour north of St. Augustine. Rental car counters can be found on the Lower Level of this single-terminal airport, next to the baggage claim. Agencies at JAX include Avis, Enterprise, Hertz, Budget, Thrifty, Dollar, Alamo, and National. You can collect and drop off your rental vehicle on the first floor of the parking garage next to the terminal.
- If you’ll be flying into the area, picking up car rentals in St. Augustine directly from Northeast Florida Regional Airport (UST) can be a convenient choice. Northeast Florida Regional Airport hosts several car rental companies on-site, and their offices can be found near baggage claim in the main terminal. Some of the companies that can be found here include Avis, Hertz, and Enterprise.
- When you opt for cheap car rentals in St. Augustine, you have the freedom to explore Florida's beaches and the great outdoors at the Osceola Wildlife Management Area, less than 2 hours to the northwest. You can take a 45-minute drive to Jacksonville, rated by Forbes as the second-best city in Florida. St. Augustine car rentals can also get you to Daytona Beach in an hour, where you can enjoy sun, sand, and world-famous auto-racing.
- When driving car rentals in St. Augustine, it’s important that you read up on local driving laws and tips so you can operate your vehicle as responsibly and safely as possible. Downtown St. Augustine is quite busy and has many pedestrians, so drive with extra caution when you are in this area. In the state of Florida, there is a mandatory child restraint law for passengers under 16 years of age. Whenever you are using your windshield wipers, make sure that you have your headlights on as well.
- In Florida, children five years old and younger must be restrained in a federally approved child restraint device. If you need to add on a child, infant, or booster seat to your St. Augustine car rental, make sure that you mention this when you make your vehicle reservation. Cheap car rentals in St. Augustine often have a certain number of car seats available, and if you wait until you pick up your rental to mention that you need a car seat, there may not be any available for your use.
- To avoid getting caught in a traffic jam, try not to drive during rush hour, which usually falls between the hours of 7:00 and 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 and 7:00 p.m. There are some roads that are known for having a particular amount of traffic, and these include Coquina Boulevard and A Street. Pay extra caution when driving in the rain, as the roads tend to be more slick and dangerous during these conditions.
- 25% of our users found rental cars in St. Augustine for C$ 63 or less
- Book your rental car in St. Augustine at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Compact rental cars in St. Augustine are around 44% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about renting a car in St. Augustine
How much does it cost to rent a car in St. Augustine?
On average a rental car in St. Augustine costs C$ 76 per day.
How much is gas price in St. Augustine?
The average gas price in St. Augustine is C$ 4.88 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between C$ 59 and C$ 78, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular rental car in St. Augustine?
Compact (Ford Focus or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in St. Augustine.
Which car rental companies are at Northeast Florida Regional airport (UST)?
The only car rental company onsite at Northeast Florida Regional airport is Budget.
Which car rental companies will pick you up at Northeast Florida Regional airport (UST)?
The only car rental company that offers shuttle or pick-up services from Northeast Florida Regional airport to off-airport locations is Budget.
How can I find car rentals near me in St. Augustine?
Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.
How much does a Compact car rental cost in St. Augustine?
A Compact car rental in St. Augustine costs C$ 39 per day, on average.
How much does a Standard car rental cost in St. Augustine?
A Standard car rental in St. Augustine costs C$ 68 per day, on average.
How much does a Full Size car rental cost in St. Augustine?
A Full Size car rental in St. Augustine costs C$ 69 per day, on average.
What is the most popular rental car location in St. Augustine?
In St. Augustine, cars are most frequently rented at Budget 4900 Us Highway 1 North (7 km from city centre ).
How much does it cost to rent a car for a week in St. Augustine?
On average a rental car in St. Augustine costs C$ 532 per week (C$ 76 per day).
How much does it cost to rent a car long term for a month in St. Augustine?
On average a rental car in St. Augustine costs C$ 2,278 per month (C$ 76 per day).
What type of car is recommended for driving in St. Augustine?
If you will be visiting St. Augustine during the warmer months and you want to take advantage of the weather, consider renting a convertible. Otherwise, individuals that will be mainly in the city center may find an economy vehicle to be convenient for the area, as a smaller model makes it easier to navigate the busy downtown. If you plan on going to the beach or enjoying some recreational activities, a large SUV can be a nice choice as you will have plenty of room for carrying any necessary equipment.
How old do I have to be to rent a car in St. Augustine?
To rent a car in Florida, you need to be at least 21 years of age. While you are allowed to rent a car when you are ages 21 through 24, you will most likely be charged a daily fee for being a Young Driver. Usually drivers 25 years old and older are not subject to this kind of fee.
What’s the speed limit in St. Augustine?
Within the city limits, the speed limit for each road typically falls between 20 and 50 mph. Rural roads in the air may have a speed limit that is between 55 and 65 mph. When you are driving on the freeway, you will usually have a speed limit within the range of 45 and 70 mph.
Do I need to sign up for the rental car company’s toll program?
Doing so is probably in your best interest because you will almost certainly need to drive on toll roads in and around St. Augustine. Most Florida toll booths take a picture of your license plate in order to charge you electronically. Because the license plate is registered to the rental car company, the charge will go back to them, even if you are using your own SunPass. If you have not signed up and paid for the rental car company’s toll program, you will probably be charged for the tolls plus a fine. To avoid unwarranted expenses such as this, you should consider signing up for the toll program when you rent from St. Augustine car rentals.
Where are the best places to park in St. Augustine?
One of the largest parking areas in St. Augustine is the Historic Downtown Parking Facility, which can hold more than 1,200 vehicles and which charges fares by the hour and day. There is also a large amount of metered street parking that visitors can take advantage of. Keep in mind that street parking is free after 5:00 p.m. every day and all day on Sundays and federal holidays. In downtown St. Augustine, you will find a variety of paid lots that are centrally located. The city has its own smartphone app that allows you to see where space is available and even pay in advance.
St. Augustine car rental reviews and directory
Budget
7.9
Good
66 reviewsCleanliness
7.7
Comfort
8.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.7
Value for money
7.8
3 locations in St. Augustine
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10.0 Wonderful
Aug. 2022
1.9 Poor
Jun. 2021
6.0 Okay
May 2021
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Got to Budget and no representative was there. I waited 45 minutes before someone showed up. As a result I was very late to my appointment.4.0 Mediocre
Jan. 2021
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Drop off was easy and the car was comfy.Cons:
I made a reservation for a compact car the day before at a specific location and I get to the pickup location and they tell me I have to drive another 15 minutes to another location because they were out of compact cars. That part was fine but a heads up ahead of time would’ve been great. The car I was given at the new location was dirty. The trunk was full of old receipts, a roll of raffle tickets and other trash. The cashier at the new location tried to charge me 30 dollars more than i was quoted. Luckily I caught it before he ran my card.10.0 Wonderful
Aug. 2019
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The gentlemen who works there is always friendly and very helpful6.4 Okay
Nov. 2018
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My daughter and I went to Budget office in St Augustine, FL to pick up car. First off, hours online were stated as 'opens at 7'am. The employee was not there until going on 8am. Another person told us they didn't have any cars. It was stressful waiting for person to arrive to check. Lucky for me, they did have a car. Headed up the road (an hour plus late) for Concord, NC. Arrived after hours at Avis-Budget office so I had to ca,l Budget for instructions. 'Charlie's helped me get a new drop off spot at Regional airport. I had NO idea how to vet t hete but a friend said they would get me to the airport, which was only 5 miles away. I was instructed to get there before 9pm when they close. We found our way there by 7:15 AND THEY WERE CLOSED!!! Had to drop keys in Dropbox. No one to check car. E etc. POOR BUSINESS!! Susan StreiselHertz
5.8
Fair
35 reviewsCleanliness
6.1
Comfort
5.6
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.1
Value for money
5.2
2 locations in St. Augustine
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4.0 Mediocre
Dec. 2021
4.0 Mediocre
Apr. 2021
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staff at pick up was okay; polite; did not appear knowledgeable about the car nor have time to provide more than perfunctory direction to the best route to the hwy. staff at drop off was rudeCons:
the car was quite comfortable. the dash board lights were very bright resulting in dangerous discomfort and distraction at night. the radio was of very low quality and also shined brightly. I tried, unsuccessfully, to reduce the brightness.2.0 Poor
Sep. 2020
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Nothing, this was a terrible experience.Cons:
When I arrived at hertz, they made me wait over an hour as they didn't have any cars available and someone had to drive it from jacksonville. Then, there was inflexibility when I wanted to change my drop off location. They wouldn't let me even during difficult times like COVID. Then, I received erroneous additional charges on my credit card. Horrible experience. And customer service was incredibly rude.3.6 Poor
Feb. 2019
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NOTHINGCons:
Since they did not have any cars available, even though I had a reservation, the least they could have done was to check their competition rather than leave me stranded. They did nothing8.0 Very good
May 2018
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Hours published as if open all day long. Came back to put spouse on, note on door they would be back in fifteen. We were able to find someone quickly, but no one mentioned that the office could be closed when I was told he’d have to come back in. Also, we’ve never had to pay for a spouse driver before, only extradrivers beyond that. Spouse driver was additional $13.50.5.6 Fair
Mar. 2018
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Vehicle was clean and available on timeCons:
I was not made aware by Kayak or by Hertz that there was an additional "concession fee recovery" charge equaling $62.35 tacked on to the rental amount. When I asked the agent he said this was because I picked the car up from the airport. If I had picked the car up at another location the fee would not have been applied. I could have just as easily rented this car from another location near by. I believe that both Kayak and Hertz are responsible. The agent also said that if I had booked directly with Hertz instead of going through a third party they would have made me aware. I feel like I have been ripped off. Last time I will use Kayak or Hertz to rent a car.Enterprise Rent-A-Car
8.3
Very good
20 reviewsCleanliness
8.2
Comfort
8.6
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.0
Value for money
7.5
2 locations in St. Augustine
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8.8 Very good
Jun. 2020
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Pickup and drop off were easyCons:
The deodorizer used in the vehicle was way too strong10.0 Wonderful
Feb. 2019
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Staff was incredible!7.6 Good
Oct. 2018
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they gave me a ride back to my school without any reservation.10.0 Wonderful
Feb. 2018
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Highly trained and motivated group makes it easy to get and go. They are all super friendly and professional.Cons:
Taking the seats out of the mini van (no stow and go on the Toyota)10.0 Wonderful
Nov. 2017
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Friendly staff, nice vehicle, see less rental4.0 Mediocre
Oct. 2017
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Staff at the location was helpful and very friendlyCons:
Car smelled, was somewhat dirty, windshield was dirty inside and out. There was no windshield wiper fluid and the change oil light came on halfway through the trip.Avis
6.5
Okay
23 reviewsCleanliness
6.5
Comfort
6.7
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.5
Value for money
7.0
3 locations in St. Augustine
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2.0 Poor
Nov. 2018
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Nothing. I had to rent a seperate rental car.Cons:
The reservation I made was not met. I will not be using Kayak in the future.10.0 Wonderful
Sep. 2017
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The price was greatCons:
Great car, no complaints.10.0 Wonderful
Aug. 2017
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Car clean, make and model exceeded expectationsCons:
Pick up at Walmart ,disorganized Staff very nice , but confused over location of the car , Car was parked in general parking areas, took 20 minutes to find the vehicle10.0 Wonderful
Mar. 2017
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Convenience, price.Cons:
Nothing10.0 Wonderful
Nov. 2016
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Actually I flew into Jacksonville, but mistakingly made the reservation at my destination, St. Augustine. The Avis Rep. in Jacksonville did am excellent job of getting us set up at the airport with a satisfactory car at a fair price10.0 Wonderful
Sep. 2016
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Everything went as planned for my car rental. The car was clean, gas tank filled and ready to go. I received the information I needed at each end of my trip from the Avis employees.Car rental locations in or near St. Augustine
When to book a rental car in St. Augustine
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