Book Budget hire cars in Louisville

• Where should I plan to pick up my Budget car rentals when I arrive in Louisville, Kentucky?

  If you are flying into Louisville International Airport (SDF), you will be happy to learn that Budget has a rental office directly at the airport’s terminal so you have easy access to your rental car as soon as you land. If you are already in the city, you may want to check out the branches on Crittenden Drive, Taylorsville Road, and Plantside Drive, as these may be better for you to reach rather than driving all the way to the airport for a rental car.

• Why should I rent a car from Budget during my stay in Louisville, Kentucky?

  Travelers who rent from Budget can sign up for the Budget Fastbreak program, a rewards program that offers perks like expedited pick-up and return service, designated counters, and points that can accumulate for free rentals and other discounts. Aside from this, Budget renters can enjoy a wide variety of options when it comes to car type and rest assured that Budget’s fleet is made up of relatively new vehicles.

• Where should I park my Budget rental car in Louisville, Kentucky?

  Parking in Louisville is not difficult to find. There are plenty of public lots and garages downtown, including the Jefferson Centre garage, the 4th Street Live Garage, and Starks Parking Garage. You may also be able to find metered street parking in some places downtown but always check for time limits or other restrictions. Finally, your hotel or accommodation may offer free overnight parking for guests, saving you time and money. It is best to plan parking in advance to make for a smooth trip in and around Louisville in your Budget rental car.

• What is the most popular car hire from Budget in Louisville?

  Intermediate (Honda Civic or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type from Budget in Louisville.

• How many car hire locations does Budget have in Louisville?

  Budget has 4 hire locations in Louisville. Take a look at our Budget hire location map to find the best car hire near you.

• Does Budget have a car hire location at the airport: Louisville Intl airport (SDF)?

  Yes

• Does Budget offer shuttle or airport pick-up services from Louisville Intl airport (SDF)?

  Yes

Reviews for Budget in Louisville

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2.0

The staff was incredibly rude and as though you were disrupting their day by picking up your rental. It was very awkward, and just overall awful to deal with these people.Reviewed 11 Jul 2025

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The van I rented never got dropped off to the location customer service was absolutely no help I have to booked my vehicle 3 months in advance and it was a complete waste of time will never use these services againReviewed 3 Jul 2025

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The first place I went to gave me a broken down car and she had a horrible attitude. I exchange the car at the j town budget and they were amazingReviewed 29 Jun 2025

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They informed us less than 24 hours before pickup that they didn’t have a car for us. They let us know right before closing time on Saturday. Budget couldn’t help us and neither could kayak. We will never rent with Budget or Kayak again.Reviewed 10 Apr 2025

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GoodReviewed 17 Mar 2025

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I rented the car and couldn’t pick it up when I arrived. Fortunately, I didn’t need it until the following morning. When I went back the next morning, the person who was working there said that the person who had worked the day before I was telling lies, and there was no guarantee I could have the car then either. As a business, this kind of behavior on all ends is unacceptable.Reviewed 6 Feb 2025

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They had 5 cars for 20 people. They had no car to give me and suggested I either sit, wait and hope one comes back, or go to the airport and later found out I needed to pay $200 in deposits. They ALSO didn’t have the vehicle.Reviewed 30 Dec 2024

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Nothing place was closed no customer service could not pick up rental at airportReviewed 7 Nov 2024

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6.0

I was so thankful to book a low cost, last minute rental. However, I was redirected from the budget line to the Avis line, there was one employee which took 45 minutes to get to the one employee there. That’s unfortunate but understandable. Regrettably, I was then redirected to the “fastbreak” location downstairs which had an additional 45 MINUTE wait. Signage next to the sign mentioning going to Avis would be helpful to avoid much of this situation in the future.Reviewed 17 Jul 2024

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Every thing was perfect! Excellent service .Reviewed 25 May 2024

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2.0

This was the SDF airport Budget rental counter. They told me I was unable to rent without a credit card on hand. Fair, I didn't know that was necessary. They then directed me 10 miles away to a Budget location they said could take my debit card. When I arrived, the second location was filthy, stinky and creepy. The clerk there told me they couldn't take debit card either, and the airport clerk probably told me that just to get rid of me. Because there were no accommodations or ways for someone without a credit card on hand to even consider renting a car, we had to call me elderly mother to drive 5 hours to pick us up so we could drive another five hours back to Pittsburgh. Miserable experience, I will never even try to rent from Budget again, and I will likely never rent a car again at all.Reviewed 9 Mar 2024

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Guy was rude and cancle my reservation Than i get from enterprise my rental car.Reviewed 5 Mar 2024

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