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Maryland car rentals in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Maryland. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 20 November 2024.

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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Maryland?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Maryland and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 20 November 2024.

January

$64

February

$74

March

$89

April

$98

May

$111

June

$117

July

$117

August

$100

September

$91

October

$94

November

$89

December

$79

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Maryland is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is June. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Compare available car types for rental in Maryland

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Maryland to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 20 November 2024.

Small cars

$57 - $111

All Car Types

$66 - $129

To hire a small car in Maryland, you would pay an average price of $43/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Maryland (~$57/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is October (~$111/day). In fact, June is about 32% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Maryland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Maryland, hiring a small car saves you 28% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a medium car in Maryland, you would pay an average price of $46/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Maryland (~$65/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~$129/day). In fact, October is about 41% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Maryland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Maryland, hiring a medium car saves you 23% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

Top rental agencies in Maryland

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Maryland known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Maryland. Reviews were last updated on 20 November 2024.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.4
Good
47 reviews28 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

7.6

Avis

7.1
Good
31 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.3

Budget

6.7
Okay
32 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.8

Hertz

6.1
Okay
95 reviews13 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.6

Overall

6.1

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

6.0

NextCar

5.8
Fair
22 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

5.9

Comfort

6.3

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.7

Value

5.5

Rent-A-Wreck

2 locations

Thrifty

2 locations

Dollar

1 location

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Maryland, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 20 November 2024.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Maryland?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (8.4 rating), National (8.1 rating) and Carl's (8.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Maryland.

  • What are petrol prices like in Maryland?

    The average price of petrol in Maryland is $1.53/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $69 and $99 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Maryland for a week from Thrifty?

    Thrifty is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Maryland. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about $576 per week.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Maryland for the best price?

    Generally, for a better deal in Maryland it’s recommended to book in a timely manner (to save up to 37%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 7 days prior to your pickup date. Booking as early as you can also increases the likelihood that you’ll get the ideal car.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Maryland?

    Typically, how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Maryland however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

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