Budget Car Rental

Category: Car rental agency in San Bruno, California

Address: 780 N McDonnell Rd, San Francisco, CA 94128, USA

Phone: +16508770998

Opening hours

Sunday: Open 24 hours

Monday: Open 24 hours

Tuesday: Open 24 hours

Wednesday: Open 24 hours

Thursday: Open 24 hours

Friday: Open 24 hours

Saturday: Open 24 hours

Reviews

Tobi Bo

Aug 13, 2022

We rented a Mustang/Camaro convertible in San Francisco to drive along the coast from Fort Bragg to San Diego. We got a Camaro (wich I personelly think looks better) that didn´t disappoint us, we where more disappointed by the overall state of the car. 1. The last time the car´s wer cleaned was 2006 on the inside and 2012 on the outside. The inside had sticky leftovers from the pre drivers and the outside was just dirty and not cleaned. 2. The first car had multiple dents and scratches, so that it wasn´t presentable on pictures or in the public. 3. The first car hat the steering wheel pointing at 10 o´clock 4. On the second car the tires where worn out Overall I have to say, the staff in your stations are all very kind and tried to help us in the best way they could (thats why you get 2 Stars). But the overall state of the vehicles I had was poor. The worst is, it would have only taken 30-60 minutes of extra work clean the car properly and check the technical state of it. I had to drive 200 miles back to San Francisco to change the car, just to get a technically nearly ok car with worn out tires but nearly just as dirty one. So clean the cars and look that they´re in a technical state that someone who´s paying a lot of money for the rent, would actually appreciate it. With those 30-60 minutes more work, you would have gotten 5 stars.

Tony C

Jul 6, 2022

The line was extremely long and there were not enough people to take care of customers. While I took advantage of the digital check in, that had no affect on the 45 minute wait in line. There should be a separate line for digital check in customers. The car I received had only a half tank of fuel which also took more of my time.

veryverytrickyindeed

Jun 26, 2022

I had a series of unfortunate luck resulting in three flat tyres on two seperate vehicles. On the first occasion I was stranded for several hour by the roadside and had to change the gyre myself with the help of San Mateo Sheriffs - so I was NOT happy at all about using Budget, after this experience. I do want to recognise how fantastic the Avis / Budget Operations Manager - Autumn Poti was at SFO in helping me change the car. I would absolutely book using Budget / Avis again and this is largely down to dealing with her. Both cars were excellent - but it has been the fantastic work of their customer team that would convince me to use them again.

Gary Conrad

Jun 21, 2022

Last year, I had such a horrible experience with Budget Car Rental while traveling to Kauai, Hawaii, I swore I'd never use them again. Forgive and forget, right? Recently, I decided to give them a second chance, and what you see is the end result. There are probably 50 to 75 people waiting to be checked in, and two people are behind the counter. Unbelievable! People have been waiting in line for over an hour, and I believe that's how long it will take me. If you ever think about renting from this company, think again. It's a mistake that you will regret.

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Questions & Answers

How long should I allow for the train to SFO terminals from the car rental center?

Dennis Cary | Sep 8, 2018
Eugenie Leung | Sep 8, 2018

About 15 minutes.

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Hey there, I picked up a car at San Francisco airport and I would like to drop it at Oakland Airport. Is this possible without high extra costs ? Is there a cheep shuttle between the both airports ? Thanks Volker Wagner

Volker Wagner | Sep 8, 2018
CS AKUN PEMILIK | Jul 9, 2022

(otomatis akses Google) Untuk booking bisa melalui WhatsApp di no : 0878: 4457: 1463 terimakasih

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hello, I wanted to know if it was easy to find you in SFO airport?

Gérard Martin | Sep 8, 2019
S W | Sep 8, 2019

Follow the signs and know you will have to take the train to and from the rental cars. It's a little longer to commute on foot in relation to most major airports here in the lower 48. I always add 20 minutes to my normal time between arriving at the airport and getting to my gate when flying out of SFO. I personally spend as little time as needed in any airport. Cheers!

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are you guys open on Jan 1st?

Sean Walker | Sep 8, 2019
Chris Kear | Sep 8, 2019

Yes, they should be.

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Does Budget offer hybrid or electric vehicles at SF like they do in Las Vegas? I would like to know the available makes, models, and year for the minivan class because I have a upcoming trip to SF, September 2022.

Tyler Fung | Aug 24, 2022
Dan Flick | Aug 24, 2022

I'm sure they may have sold them for a premium

Sunday 31 July is it open?

Tius1000 | Aug 8, 2022
Nimesh Desai | Aug 8, 2022

Yes. Airport locations are open 24/7

hi, i'm planing to pick a car to your desk at SFO airport on the coming 15th august, do you accept debit card for the deposit? i have a mastercard debit card on my name with rised character. thank you

Matteo Zordan | Aug 8, 2022
K B | Aug 8, 2022

Any questions, please reach out to the employees at the counter.

I have too much luggage to take to the Air Train without a luggage hand push cart. Are these carts available at Budget Rental desk in SFO?

Marsha Bogolin | Jul 9, 2022
Marsha Bogolin | Jul 9, 2022

I found hand push carts available to rent at the rental car drop-off location. It was easy then to take 3 heavy bags to Air Train.

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Is there a shuttle to the airport from the return area?

Sean Cates | May 10, 2022
David Kalman | May 10, 2022

There is the air train. But I would avoid using this service.

Hi How can I join you per email ? I can’t find your email address in San Francisco airport

Daniel QUEREL | Sep 7, 2021
Juan Plata | Sep 7, 2021

Take the Air-train, the airport people mover system that will stop at all terminals, including a terminal specific for all car rental companies.

where can I park my car?? do I have to pay??

Jenniffer Ferretti | Sep 7, 2020
Rosalind Calhoun | Sep 7, 2020

It depends on which budget you go to and then if it's at the airport you may have to pay or just have someone drop you off

I want to complete the paperwork and get the keys to my Budget rental car today at 4:30 pm at the San Francisco Intl. Airport, but I do not want to actually leave the airport area (garage) until 9PM tonight. Is this allowed? Bob

broadhea | Sep 7, 2020
Belle K | Sep 7, 2020

I'm not certain but you will be charged from the moment you collect the keys, so if you leave the car at the lot it shouldn't really be a problem. It may be worth giving them a call to ask

Where exactly is Fastbreak located at SFO? Some sites say at the rental center while others say it's located near the baggage claim area. Can anybody clarify?

Marvin Santiago | Sep 7, 2020
Marsha Landers | Sep 7, 2020

Look for the Air Train signs in the airport, even though the signs are confusing as to turn or go straight. It will get you to the general direction. Take the BLUE LINE AIR BUS which will take you to the rental area by rail. Bottom Line: get on the air train in the airport which will take you to the rental car. When you see the Budget car desk walk pass it to the elevator. Go up one flight and get off. Turn right and you will see an stand that has a contract with your name on it. Grab your contract. Walk past the Fastrac desk and go through the door to the parking garage. Your vehicle space is marked on your contract. The key or fob is on the dash or seat. Car is all gased up and you just drive out.

Pickup location is Inside airport or needs to pick up outside of the airport ?

Ravi Gurram | Sep 8, 2019
Marsha Landers | Sep 8, 2019

Pick up is inside the airport area. Their blue line air train takes you to it.

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How much will I get charged if I keep the car for an extra three hours?

Winona Zelenka | Sep 8, 2019
ERHAN | Sep 8, 2019

They will ask you to pay one more day

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Why is there extra charge of $4/dy for toll transponder not listed up front? It is a hidden fee. Golden Gate has no cash-pay lanes. Got charged $8, plus $20 "convenience fee" by Budget.

Richard Webb | Sep 8, 2019
Darris Gentry | Sep 8, 2019

I used it and it actually saved me money, yet I was staying in Mill Valley

Hello, I wanted to know if budget car rental was easy to find in this airport? Thank you for your answers

Gérard Martin | Sep 8, 2019
Darris Gentry | Sep 8, 2019

Yes it is very easy. Basically just follow the signs for car rentals and specifically Budget. They are located in the car rental building with an attached garage for all vehicles. I very much enjoyed working with Budget on San Francisco.

I am trying to speak to someone at this actual location but keep being transferred to a call center. How do I get ahold of someone actually at the desk?

Coco D | Sep 8, 2019
Valentin Diulgher | Sep 8, 2019

You can go by train or shuttle bus. Ask at frontline Airport. It will take 10 minutes, this is free. Then get up 3rd floor. Good luck :-)

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Where do you have your car washed before returning to car rental at SF Airport?

Erika Barkó | Sep 8, 2019
Valentin Diulgher | Sep 8, 2019

No.

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We will be picking up our car in San Francisco, and using it to go over the Golden Gate Bridge. How much do you charge for your transponders?

Andrew Edgar | Sep 8, 2019
ABHIJAY PATNE | Sep 8, 2019

I believer some $5 per day and $20 max for the entire duration of rental.

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Can I use a debit card instead of a credit card at SFO?

Gary Hall | Sep 8, 2019
Daniel Herbert | Sep 8, 2019

There are signs there stating you can.

I arrive in San Francisco at 11:59 PM on flight AS 514 and would like to rent a car - is the counter open at this time?

belinda steiger | Sep 8, 2019
Arnold Richards | Sep 8, 2019

Yes, it is open, you can even book in advance

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Is there a charge for returning a car early

Phillip | Sep 8, 2019
Chris Kear | Sep 8, 2019

I agree with David above.

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I would like to rent a car from budget in Emeryville, Ca on January 16, 2019 and drop it off at San Francisco Airport on January 23, 2019. Is there an extra charge for doing so?

Johnnie Maughan | Sep 8, 2019
Chris Kear | Sep 8, 2019

Yes, they always slap an extra fee on your account for this. Most rental companies do...

Hi i would like To rent a car i am a foreigner can i pay you upon my arrival cash or with a debit czrd

El Habib Kais | Sep 8, 2018
Joe V | Sep 8, 2018

Debit card with high enough ballance on account should be possible.Better to contact car rental chain.

current daily rates in san Fransisco

Dale Burrous | Sep 8, 2018
Marcos Albuquerque | Sep 8, 2018

I would check online

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is there a shuttle bus from san francisco airport to your car hire depot?

Gloria Wayne | Sep 8, 2018
Martin The Orange | Sep 8, 2018

Yes, a train

can I change my return time?

Terresa Greenleaf | Sep 8, 2018
Ray Vorontsoff | Sep 8, 2018

Yes. Usually they give "grace period" of 30 min. After that they can charge you more. I would suggest calling to the office and negotiating.

Does Budget Rental Car Accept Debit Car

Chrishara Holmes | Sep 8, 2018
Marcos Albuquerque | Sep 8, 2018

I would look on the their website

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Are any jeep convertibles available at budget

Kevin Penner | Sep 8, 2018
Martin The Orange | Sep 8, 2018

I've never seen a jeep convertible at budget. I've seen grand Cherokee but that's about it.

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