Gaithersburg car rentals from $31/day

On average a rental car in Gaithersburg costs $50 per day. But prices differ between operators and you can save money through a price comparison of car rental deals from different agencies. The cheapest price for a car rental in Gaithersburg found in the last 2 weeks is $38.

The average gas price in Gaithersburg is $3.40 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between $41 and $54, depending on the car size.

Standard (Dodge Grand Caravan or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Gaithersburg.

The only car rental company that offers shuttle or pick-up services from Dulles Intl airport to off-airport locations is Alamo.

Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Baltimore/Washington airport to off-airport locations include NextCar, and Thrifty.

The only car rental company that offers shuttle or pick-up services from Reagan-National airport to off-airport locations is Alamo.

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

A Standard car rental in Gaithersburg costs $92 per day, on average.

A Compact car rental in Gaithersburg costs $47 per day, on average.

A Premium car rental in Gaithersburg costs $152 per day, on average.

In Gaithersburg, cars are most frequently rented at Thrifty 23540 Autopilot Drive (18 miles from city center).

Most car rental providers in Gaithersburg offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car rental in Gaithersburg, check out KAYAK's car rental insurance guide.

KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 7 car rental agencies in Gaithersburg.

Finding the right price, understanding the add-ons and staying up to date with policy changes can be a challenge. That’s why KAYAK has produced the ultimate guide to renting a car to help you cut though the jargon and make the right choice for your rental car. Find tips and insights for how to book your rental, what car rental insurance you’ll need, how to deal with a car rental agency and what extra fees to expect (and avoid!).

KAYAK searches thousands of car rental agencies to provide you with offers from all car rental agencies operating in Gaithersburg so that you can compare car rental rates, reviews and pick-up and drop-off locations to find the best deal for you.

Choosing a Gaithersburg car rental is determined by the kind of activities you want to do. If you're looking for an outdoor experience like going off-road to Lake Redwood, an SUV is the best choice. Additionally, an SUV or van is ideal for large families because it offers enough space. Alternatively, a smaller car like a mini would be a perfect choice if you travel alone or for shorter distances. Lastly, if you want to be a little extra, you can go for a luxury car like a convertible and cruise through Gaithersburg as the cold breeze blows your face.

With the availability of more 7 car rentals, among them, Enterprise, Hertz, and Dollar offering electric cars, and about 33 EV charging stations distributed outside malls, public parking lots, and gas stations in different locations, you should find it easy to rent an electric car in Gaithersburg.

In part of the larger Montgomery County, Gaithersburg has cameras in residential and school zones with speed limits of 35 mph or less. Speed cameras are in Diamond and Marquis Drives, South Frederick, North Summit and Christopher Avenues, Quince Orchard Boulevard and Road, Watkins Mill, West Deer Park, and Clopper Roads, and Girard Street. Some areas in Gaithersburg have speed traps, for example, at the Firstfield RD intersection and 500 Block S Fredrick Avenue. Avoid accelerating when driving in this area to try and catch the green light. When going in the city, look for signage because speed limits vary in different regions.

Other than the payment documents, such as a debit, credit, and printed payment voucher, you will also need your home country’s driver’s license (if it is in the Latin alphabet) or an international driver’s license and a valid visa or passport.

Any person interested in a car rental in Gaithersburg is concerned about the availability of parking spots. The city has a parking garage with 726 spaces in Olde Towne, where drivers will find free and convenient parking. The garage restricts parking in signed and time-restricted lots to free surface parking for short visitor parking or customer parking. Additionally, the garage allows day-long parking only, and overnight parking is prohibited. You can only park in the unreserved spaces. You can also park in other locations, including Fire Museum Lot, Fishman Lot, and Lot off North Summit.