Ocean City car hire

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Ocean City car hire information

Pick-up locationOcean City
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Hire locations2
Airport locations0

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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Ocean City

  • Booking a car at one of the Ocean City car rentals is one of the best decisions you can make if you want to tour the city extensively. This is because a rental car allows you to visit various attractions within and outside the city whenever you want without having to worry about missing the bus. Within the city, you can visit the Ocean City Boardwalk, a well-known boardwalk with shops and fair rides, or the Ocean City Life-Saving Museum, where you can learn more about sea rescuers through exhibitions. When the weather permits, you can also visit several beaches along the Mid-Atlantic coast, including Chesapeake Beach.
  • Getting a rental car at Salisbury Regional Airport, Ocean city's primary airport, is easy as this airport is served by car rental agencies like Hertz, Avis, National, and Enterprise. Although none of the mentioned car rental companies have a car rental facility within the airport, they all offer free shuttle services to their off-airport car rental locations. It's worth noting that car rental companies serving this airport provide perks like toll passes and free cancellation policies in case your plans change.
  • Driving your car rental in Ocean city is manageable, even if it is your first time visiting the city. However, you should always keep an eye out for traffic lights, as many of them are equipped with cameras to catch speeding or reckless drivers. Several roads in Maryland have tolls, and you will undoubtedly encounter a few if you plan on driving your rental car around Ocean City frequently. These tolls can be paid for in cash or electronically with a toll pass. Fortunately, most car rentals in Ocean City provide their customers with toll passes.
  • You should not worry about traffic jams when driving your rental car in Ocean City. However, roads can become extremely congested during rush hour, which occurs from 7 am to 9 am and from 5 pm to 7 pm when people are rushing home. So, during your vacation, you should plan to travel in areas and at times when roads are less congested. Congestion on the roads may also be high during summer when most people flock to the city to enjoy its sandy beaches.
  • Book your car hire in Ocean City at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Intermediate car hire in Ocean City are around -16% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about hiring a car in Ocean City

  • How much is the price of fuel in Ocean City?

    The average price of fuel in Ocean City is R74,29 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between R891 and R1 189, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular car hire in Ocean City?

    Intermediate (Nissan Kicks or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Ocean City.

  • How can I find car hires near me in Ocean City?

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

  • How much does an Intermediate car hire cost in Ocean City?

    An Intermediate car hire in Ocean City costs R1 676 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Standard car hire cost in Ocean City?

    A Standard car hire in Ocean City costs R973 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Mini car hire cost in Ocean City?

    A Mini car hire in Ocean City costs R1 584 per day, on average.

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Ocean City?

    Ocean City's roads are of sufficient quality to accommodate all types of car rentals. As a result, the car you select at your preferred car rental in the city will be determined by what brings you to the city. If you are going on vacation with friends or family, consider renting a van, as it has more space to accommodate everyone, including your luggage. Renting a small compact car is more cost-effective if you are traveling alone or with only one companion. A compact car can also easily maneuver through traffic into small parking spots that would be difficult for a larger vehicle.

  • What is the speed limit in Ocean City?

    Within the city, residential areas, and school zones, the maximum speed limit is 30 mph. The speed limit on urban interstate highways is 65 mph, while rural highways allow speeds up to 70 mph. To avoid speeding tickets, keep an eye out for roadside speed signs, as speed limits may vary depending on where you are in the city. If you visit during the winter, be prepared to slow down to adjust to snowy or icy roads.

  • Where are the best places to park in Ocean City?

    Finding parking for your rental car in Ocean City is easy, as parking is available on private lots and on public streets unless otherwise noted. Free street parking is available in the Ocean City Convention Center parking lot during the day. Near the city, you can park at the Hugh T. Copper Parking Lot, 1609 Baltimore Avenue Parking, or 107-199 2nd St. Parking.

Ocean City car rental reviews and directory

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8,8

Very Good

9 reviews
Best rated

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.0

Value for money

8.0

4 locations in Ocean City

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Locations in Ocean City

11809 Ocean Gtwy Ste 1

+1 410 213 0886

Monday07:30 - 17:00
Tuesday07:30 - 17:00
Wednesday07:30 - 17:00
Thursday07:30 - 17:00
Friday07:30 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 14:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

27424 Auto Works Ave

+1 302 732 3534

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday00:00 - 00:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

28656 Dupont Blvd

+1 302 934 1216

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday00:00 - 00:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

5485 Airport Terminal Rd

+1 410 677 3810

Monday11:30 - 22:30
Tuesday11:30 - 22:30
Wednesday11:30 - 22:30
Thursday11:30 - 22:30
Friday11:30 - 22:30
Saturday11:00 - 14:00
Sunday11:30 - 22:30

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10,0 Wonderful

Apr 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff was great/helpful

3,6 Poor

Aug 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

No smoking car smelled like a nasty ashtray that had not been emptied for months and closed in a hot car. Had to drive a to drive 2 hour round trip to return the car for another dirty car without any windshield washer fluid in it. But counter person was polite.

10,0 Wonderful

Jul 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

None, worked out well for us!

7,2 Good

Aug 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff was helpful and very friendly. Drop-off and pick up were easy.

Cons:

Price could be better.

10,0 Wonderful

Sep 2016

KAYAK

Pros:

no pair, no strain

1 out of 2

Avis

No score available yet

One location in Ocean City

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5485- H Airport Terminal Road

+1 410 742 8566

Monday09:00 - 14:00
Tuesday09:00 - 14:00
Wednesday09:00 - 14:00
Thursday09:00 - 14:00
Friday09:00 - 14:00
Saturday09:00 - 14:00
Sunday09:00 - 14:00

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10,0 Wonderful

Feb 2024

KAYAK
Friendly staff. Smooth, easy, fast paperwork process at the counter at pickup and dropoff. Only problems I had were finding the car, and knowing what to do when I returned. Very small diy airport, with minimal signage. I needed more and clearer info as a first timer there.

8,0 Very Good

May 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

Kayak used the wrong number so they couldn’t contact us

10,0 Wonderful

Apr 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Excellent Staff. Very kind people.

Cons:

As with any car rental a bigger car would be better.

6,0 Okay

Apr 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

staff very kind and friendly

Cons:

car should be clean when picked up, i had to spend 13.00 on car wash and still had inside dirty windows

7,2 Good

Sep 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff friendly drop off easy

8,8 Very Good

Jul 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff was very friendly and helpful in MD and the car was very comfy!

Cons:

Car smelled like cigarette smoke.

1 out of 9

Hertz

No score available yet

One location in Ocean City

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5485 Airport Terminal Rd

+1 410 749 2235

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

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7,2 Good

Aug 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

Yes

Cons:

Bigger cars I am big guy

9,2 Wonderful

Jul 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

The car was excellent

Cons:

The drop off cost was steep and their under 25 charge is higher than other rental companies

1 out of 1

National

No score available yet

One location in Ocean City

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Locations in Ocean City

5485 Airport Terminal Rd

+1 410 677 3810

Monday00:00 - 00:00
Tuesday00:00 - 00:00
Wednesday00:00 - 00:00
Thursday00:00 - 00:00
Friday00:00 - 00:00
Saturday00:00 - 00:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

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Budget

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2 locations in Ocean City

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11930 Ocean Gateway

410-213-7391

Opening times not available

5485 Airport Terminal Rd

+1 410 202 2145

Monday09:00 - 14:00
Tuesday09:00 - 14:00
Wednesday09:00 - 14:00
Thursday09:00 - 14:00
Friday09:00 - 14:00
Saturday09:00 - 14:00
Sunday09:00 - 14:00

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Sunnycars

No score available yet

One location in Ocean City

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Locations in Ocean City

5485 Airport Terminal

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53 travellers who hired a car in Ocean City gave the car agency they used an average rating of 8.8

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Most popular car type

Intermediate

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