Bethesda car hire

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Most popular car type

Mini

When to book a car hire in Bethesda

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Bethesda car hire experiences: the best tips from KAYAK users

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Verified travelerDec 2023
This location is slightly out of the way, but still reasonable.
Verified travelerJul 2023
If you’re planning a last minute rental the car you selected may or may not be available.
Verified travelerJul 2023
They setup of the parking garage is not the best, but the location is convenient.

KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Bethesda

  • Car rentals in Bethesda promote convenient trips in and outside the city, allowing you to reach attractions in different areas. You can unwind through a show at Glen Echo Park, a visual and performing arts venue about 3 miles from the town's center. Using a rental vehicle from Bethesda car rentals, you can drive approximately 8.7 miles to Arlington and pay homage to fallen heroes. The U.S. Marine Corps War Memorial, Pentagon Memorial, and John F. Kennedy's gravesite are all within driving distance of one another.
  • Bethesda has several airports nearby, including the Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport, and the Washington Dulles International Airport. The airport closest to Bethesda is the Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), situated approximately 9.4 miles away. Washington Dulles International (IAD) is about 18.9 miles from central Bethesda, while the Baltimore/Washington Airport (BWI) is around 27.1 miles away. BWI offers car rentals in Bethesda via NextCar, Thrifty, Budget, Dollar, Hertz, and Alamo. You can locate the rental facility on New Ridge Road and Stoney Run Road, accessible via the airport's free shuttle service. This bus operates every 10min, and you can find it on the lower-level terminal. IAD features several companies that present car rentals provisions, including Dollar, Sixt, Thrifty, and Budget. Each company has a free shuttle that transports you from the terminal to the pick-up area. You can reach this shuttle at Curb 2D or Curb 2C from the Baggage Claim Level by exiting down the ramp to Doors 2 and 4. DCA also has a rental car center on Terminal Garage A's first floor, consisting of options from Thrifty, Budget, Dollar, and Hertz. To get here, you can take a short walk by following the signs or utilize the Rental Car Shuttle at Door 4 on the Ticketing Level.
  • Multiple streets, such as Wisconsin Avenue and busy highways like Interstate 270, ensure you can conveniently reach your preferred destinations. Additionally, you can modify your rented vehicle by including a GPS to confidently maneuver the interconnected avenues, lanes, streets, drives, and freeways. Be aware of jaywalkers because pedestrians can cross mid-block as long as one of the adjacent intersections lacks traffic signals.
  • Bethesda has morning traffic from around 7:30am while the evening jam starts at about 5pm. Interstate 270 can experience heavy congestion during rush hours as it links to Interstate 95. It is a good idea to stay indoors at these times since the jam extends to other major avenues and streets around the town center. The snowy conditions in winter require you to drive extra carefully to maintain control along the slick pathways.
  • Book your car hire in Bethesda at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Intermediate hire cars in Bethesda are around 35% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about hiring a car in Bethesda

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

    You do not have to consider ground clearance when renting a car because Bethesda has developed infrastructure. For this reason, your choice of vehicle depends on your requirements. For example, you can rent a van if you are traveling with family or a group of friends.

  • What’s the speed limit in Bethesda?

    The six-lane Interstate 270 has a speed limit ranging between around 55mph and 65mph, while along River Road at Interstate 495, the limit is from about 35mph to 45mph. Roads within business districts have a speed limit of approximately 20mph to 30mph. School zones have around a 15mph limit, and residential areas operate from about 15mph to 25mph.

  • Where are the best places to park in Bethesda?

    The Elm Garage on Bethesda Avenue operates at an hourly rate of about $1.25, permitting continuous stay for up to 24h. Parking at Bethesda Metro Center offers convenient access to the surrounding restaurants, retail stores, and offices, making it suitable for business meetings or leisure tours. It comes with a maximum daily charge of around $12 per day. You can park at Garage 35 on Woodmont Avenue, which charges about $1 per hour with a 24h maximum stay.

  • How much is the price of fuel in Bethesda?

    The average price of fuel in Bethesda is €2.99 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between €36 and €48, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular car hire in Bethesda?

    Mini (Dodge Grand Caravan or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Bethesda.

  • Which car hire agencies are at Reagan-National airport (DCA)?

    Car hire companies onsite at Reagan-National airport include Dollar and Thrifty.

  • Which car hire companies will pick you up at Dulles Intl airport (IAD)?

    Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Dulles Intl airport to off-airport locations include Dollar and Thrifty.

  • Which car hire companies will pick you up at Reagan-National airport (DCA)?

    Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Reagan-National airport to off-airport locations include Dollar and Thrifty.

  • How can I find car hires near me in Bethesda?

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

  • How much does a Mini car hire cost in Bethesda?

    A Mini car hire in Bethesda costs €89 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Premium car hire cost in Bethesda?

    A Premium car hire in Bethesda costs €171 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Special car hire cost in Bethesda?

    A Special car hire in Bethesda costs €32 per day, on average.

Bethesda car rental reviews and directory

 
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Budget

9.6

Wonderful

Read 2 reviews

Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

9.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

9.2

Value for money

9.6

2 locations in Bethesda

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Locations in Bethesda

5151 Pooks Hill Road

+1 301 828 1126

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00
Saturday09:00 - 14:00
Sunday09:00 - 14:00

7103 Democracy Boulevard

+1 301 469 4707

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00
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Sunday10:00 - 15:00

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Oct 2023

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
It was very good. Bethesda Marriot very easy. The representative there was very good. Do not remember his name.

10.0 Wonderful

SM, Mar 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Helpful staff, car was ready, not wait time and car was the size promised and clean.

Cons:

Nothing

1 out of 1

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.7

Very Good

Read 5 reviews

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

9.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

9.6

Value for money

8.3

5 locations in Bethesda

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Locations in Bethesda

10401 Motor City Dr

+1 301 469 6100

Monday07:30 - 18:00
Tuesday07:30 - 18:00
Wednesday07:30 - 18:00
Thursday07:30 - 18:00
Friday07:30 - 18:00
Saturday09:00 - 14:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

5455 Butler Rd

+1 301 657 0095

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00
Saturday00:00 - 00:00
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6711 Democracy Blvd

+1 301 469 6100

Monday07:30 - 18:00
Tuesday07:30 - 18:00
Wednesday07:30 - 18:00
Thursday07:30 - 18:00
Friday07:30 - 18:00
Saturday09:00 - 14:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

6826 Wisconsin Ave

+1 301 907 7780

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6826 Wisconsin Ave

+1 301 907 7780

Monday07:30 - 18:00
Tuesday07:30 - 18:00
Wednesday07:30 - 18:00
Thursday07:30 - 18:00
Friday07:30 - 18:00
Saturday09:00 - 14:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

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8.0 Very Good

William, Jan 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Friendly and helpful staff!

Cons:

Car rear right tire was very low on tire pressure -- I was alerted to it halfway through the drive

8.4 Very Good

Anonymous, Oct 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Counter attendants were nice and pickup and drop off were quick and efficient.

Cons:

The car was not as clean as expected. There was splashed coffee on the roof of the car and the driver side visor when pulled down.

8.0 Very Good

Anonymous, Jul 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff was efficient and friendly; transfers were easy.

Cons:

I have no comment on how the experience could have been better, but this was a short, uneventful rental in which the staff did not have to display any extraordinary efforts.

1 out of 2

Avis

7.6

Good

Read 5 reviews

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.0

Value for money

7.2

2 locations in Bethesda

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5151 Pooks Hill Road

+1 301 828 1124

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00
Saturday09:00 - 14:00
Sunday09:00 - 14:00

7103 Democracy Boulevard

+1 301 469 9698

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00
Saturday08:00 - 18:00
Sunday10:00 - 15:00

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Feb 2025

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
Everything went smoothly from pick up to drop off.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Oct 2024

Supplier choice

KAYAK
They called me the morning of my reservation and told me they had no car for me, and in fact that they were 8 cars short of what had been reserved. They had no solution to offer me and did not seem particularly concerned that I was stranded without a way to get to see my sick friend to whom I was supposed to be driving. Will not rent from them again.

8.0 Very Good

Anonymous, Dec 2023

Compact

KAYAK
The counter attendant, Victor, is very good. Professional and courteous.

1 out of 2

Hertz

4.6

Mediocre

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Cleanliness

4.0

Comfort

4.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

4.6

Value for money

4.0

2 locations in Bethesda

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Locations in Bethesda

6711 Democracy Blvd

+1 301 530 0247

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00
Saturday09:00 - 14:00

7335 Wisconsin Avenue

+1 301 215 5912

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Yes! The staff was friendly and helpful

Cons:

The car needed cleaning, especially on the outside

1 out of 1

19 travellers who hired a car in Bethesda gave the car agency they used an average rating of 8.0

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Car hire insurance in Bethesda

Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) & Theft Protection Waiver

Some Bethesda car providers already include Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) and Theft Protection Waiver into the hire price but not all of them. We recommend always be aware of your coverage when hiring a car in Bethesda.

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Deductible

Keep in mind that car hire insurances often have a deductible clause, which is the amount you’ll have to pay if something happens during the time of your hire. If you want to avoid unwanted surprises, you should consider adding a no-deductible option to your Bethesda car hire.

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