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Victoria car rentals from $28/day

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a KAYAK user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car rental in Victoria with a pick-up date of 9/16 and drop-off date of 10/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.

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Cheap car rentals in Victoria

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Chevrolet Spark car
Chevrolet Spark
or similar SMALL
2
2
4-5
$28/day
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Nissan Versa car
Nissan Versa
or similar SMALL
4
2
2/4
$29/day
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Toyota Corolla car
Toyota Corolla
or similar MEDIUM
5
3
2/4
$30/day
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Toyota Camry car
Toyota Camry
or similar LARGE
5
2
2/4
$40/day
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Chrysler Pacifica car
Chrysler Pacifica
or similar VAN
5
5
4-5
$73/day
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Dodge Durango car
Dodge Durango
or similar SUV
5
2
4-5
$69/day
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RAM Pickup car
RAM Pickup
or similar PICKUPTRUCK
5
5
2/4
$50/day
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Class Special Car car
Class Special Car
or similar Category
5
5
2/4
$29/day
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Hyundai Venue car
Hyundai Venue
or similar SUV
4
2
4-5
$36/day
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Toyota RAV4 car
Toyota RAV4
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
$44/day
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Ford Edge car
Ford Edge
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
$48/day
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KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Victoria

  • To rent one of the cheap car rentals in Victoria, you have to be over 21 years old, possess a driver’s license that you’ve had for over a year, and provide a credit card. Your license must also be valid for the following 6 months after your trip. Additionally, it must be in English or French. If it’s in another language, you will need to accompany it with an International Driver’s Permit. Canada doesn’t offer foreigners IDPs, so if you need one, you’ll need to get it in your home country beforehand. For your credit card to be deemed acceptable, it must be in your name and under your current billing address.
  • If you intend to drive your car with your child, you should note that Canada has strict child seat rules that you must follow: Your child should sit in a rear-facing child car seat if they weigh 20 lbs or less; a forward-facing child seat if they’re between 20 and 40 lbs; or a booster seat if they weigh between 40 and 80 lbs and are less than 4 ft 9 in tall. If your child is over 8 years of age, weighs more than 80 lbs, and reaches a height of 4 ft 9 in or more, they can simply use a seatbelt. Cheap car rentals in Victoria offer child seat installation services upon request. Given that all Victoria car rentals have a variety of child seats, you can easily find the child car seat you need at your preferred car rental operator.
  • During winter, roads in Victoria tend to be icy. Poor visibility is also frequent. To avoid getting stuck in the ice, you should ensure that your vehicle has winter tires installed and snow chains onboard, and be sure that your headlights are on throughout the day. Before getting on the road, ensure you remove all the ice from your vehicle.
  • Renting a car in Victoria lets you explore the city and its surroundings on your own schedule without having to pay for cabs or face the crowds in public transports. Perched on the edge of Vancouver Island, the city has lots of places you can drive to such as Beacon Hill Park. A rental car is also perfect for discovering other destinations outside Victoria, including the scenic route to nearby Saanich Peninsula, which is only 45 minutes away.
  • All the big car rental agencies can be found at Victoria International Airport (YYJ), which is located approximately 25 km (15.5 miles) north of Victoria. Car rental services are situated in the arrivals hall of the airport's passenger terminal, straight across from the Information Desk. Handicap hand controls are available with some companies when requested in advance.
  • Victoria itself is a fairly easy city to navigate, but remember that traffic signs will be expressed in kilometers rather than miles. If you're heading to other destinations outside the city, beware that some back roads may be trickier, especially in the winter months. Vancouver Island is also popular among cyclists, so be extra careful when driving through the area.
  • Traffic around Victoria usually flows nicely throughout the whole day, especially when compared to other big cities in Canada and the U.S., but driving into or out of the city during morning or evening rush hour can be a bit chaotic. Avoid driving into the city between 7 a.m. and 9 a.m. and out of the city between 4 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.
  • 25% of our users found rental cars in Victoria for $40 or less
  • Book your rental car in Victoria at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Off-airport rental car locations in Victoria are around 39% more expensive than airport locations on average
  • Standard rental cars in Victoria are around 27% more expensive than other car types, on average

Victoria car rental experiences: the best tips from KAYAK users

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Verified travelerOct 2023
Option to take Brentwood ferry is a lovely alternative to heading North driving through Vancouver.
Verified travelerSep 2023
Make sure all damage is documented when picking up the vehicle!
Verified travelerOct 2023
Pick up and return outside rush hours.
Verified travelerAug 2023
Renting a car is far superior (both logistically and frequently in cost, too) to bringing your own car on the ferry from Port Angeles. The exception would be if you are planning on spending days driving up island. A car downtown is nothing but a big parking fee. But if you must park downtown the Empress garage is convenient and surprisingly reasonably priced. Rent a car for a trip to Butchart Gardens- you can stay as long as you want, and even come back in the evening to see the Gardens after dark, a totally different experience than seeing them in daylight.
AzaadJul 2023
If staying downtown lots of parking options ranging from $15-30 per day and didn’t have any major concerns about vehicle safety or auto crime. Meter parking also an option (pay 8am-8pm and free otherwise). Not a difficult place to drive and I recommend renting a vehicle if you like to check out nearby parks, lakes, and outdoor activities in addition to seeing the city amenities.
JohnsonJun 2023
National car service a the airport was very quick anded convenient and the employees at National were terrific!! Being treated politely and with respect was very much appreciated! I would recommend renting from National in Victoria!
Verified travelerJul 2023
Know where you are going and where are the parkings located in advance
Verified travelerAug 2023
Easy to find - go first inside the airport to find agent.
Verified travelerAug 2023
Try National on Courtney Street before you try anywhere else.
Verified travelerJun 2023
Before parking, must care to pay enough bill.
Verified travelerJul 2023
It was very busy on #1 highway

FAQs about renting a car in Victoria

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

    If you're just driving within the city limits, a compact car is a good option as it's easy to park downtown. If you're traveling through the regions valleys and hills you may prefer an SUV, but in the summer months a convertible may be a fun option to drive with the top down along the scenic roads.

  • What’s the speed limit in Victoria?

    The speed limit within the city is typically 50 kilometers per hour (30 miles per hour), but it can be lower in certain residential areas, in which case signs will be posted. Speed limits on rural roads range between 60 and 80 km/h (37 and 50 mph) and on highways they range from 100 to 110 km/h (62 and 68 mph).

  • Where are the best places to park in Victoria?

    The city of Victoria has plenty of street parking spaces as well as parking lots. Street parking must be paid between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. from Monday through Saturday, and after this time it is free. Parking is free all day Sunday and on public holidays. Some meters are limited to 90 minutes while others allow you to park all day, and prices range between $1.50 and $3 per hour.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Victoria?

    On average a rental car in Victoria costs $53 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 Victoria found in the last 2 weeks is $46.

  • What is the cheapest car rental company in Victoria?

    In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Budget ($28/day), Hertz ($28/day) and National ($29/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest rental car price was found at Budget 132-1640 Electra Boulevard V8L 5V4 (15 miles from city center).

  • What is the best rental car company in Victoria?

    Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car rental companies in Victoria are Budget (8.8, 61 reviews), and National (8.4, 78 reviews).

  • How much is gas price in Victoria?

    The average gas price in Victoria is $4.95 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between $59 and $79, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular rental car in Victoria?

    Standard (Ford Edge or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Victoria.

  • Which car rental companies are at Inner Harbour Seaplane Base airport (YWH)?

    The only car rental company onsite at Inner Harbour Seaplane Base airport is Budget.

  • How can I find car rentals near me in Victoria?

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

  • How much does a Standard car rental cost in Victoria?

    A Standard car rental in Victoria costs $90 per day, on average.

  • How much does an Intermediate car rental cost in Victoria?

    An Intermediate car rental in Victoria costs $73 per day, on average.

  • How much does an Economy car rental cost in Victoria?

    An Economy car rental in Victoria costs $69 per day, on average.

  • What is the most popular rental car location in Victoria?

    In Victoria, cars are most frequently rented at Hertz 1640 Electra Blvd (15 miles from city center).

  • How much does it cost to rent a car for a week in Victoria?

    On average a rental car in Victoria costs $369 per week ($53 per day).

  • How much does it cost to rent a car long term for a month in Victoria?

    On average a rental car in Victoria costs $1,580 per month ($53 per day).

  • Should I get insurance when renting a car in Victoria?

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

  • How many car agencies are operating in Victoria?

    KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 9 car rental agencies in Victoria.

  • What do I need to know before booking a car rental in Victoria?

    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!).

  • Why should I use KAYAK to rent a car in Victoria?

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

  • Are there EV-charging stations in Victoria?

    If you intend to move around Victoria using an electric rental, you’ll be happy to hear that Victoria has at least 236 public EV-charging spots. Of the 236, 216 are level 2 stations while 20 are level 3 stations. Each station has different payment rules. Some are free, such as those offered by hotels for their guests, while some are available for cash or card payments.

  • Are there road-trip-worthy destinations near Victoria?

    If you enjoy road trips, there are several destinations near Victoria you can enjoy reaching by car. They include Mystic Beach, 45 miles away; Cowichan River, 53 miles away; Gabriola Island, 77 miles away; Port Renfrew, 67 miles away; Horne Lake, 114 miles away; and Qualicum Beach, 98 miles away.

Victoria car rental reviews and directory 
All ratings and reviews are collected from KAYAK users with a verified car rental booking. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.

Budget

8.8

Very good

Read 29 reviews

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

8.9

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.7

Value for money

8.7

4 locations in Victoria

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Locations in Victoria

132-1640 Electra Boulevard

+1 250 953 5300

Monday06:30 - 23:59
Tuesday06:30 - 23:59
Wednesday06:30 - 23:59
Thursday06:30 - 23:59
Friday06:30 - 23:59
Saturday06:30 - 23:59
Sunday06:30 - 23:59

2224 Douglas Street

+1 250 953 5300

Monday07:00 - 17:30
Tuesday07:00 - 17:30
Wednesday07:00 - 17:30
Thursday07:00 - 17:30
Friday07:00 - 17:30

3657 Harriet Road

+1 250 953 5300

Monday08:00 - 17:30
Tuesday08:00 - 17:30
Wednesday08:00 - 17:30
Thursday08:00 - 17:30
Friday08:00 - 17:30
Saturday08:00 - 17:30
Sunday08:30 - 17:00

724 Douglas Street

+1 250 953 5300

Monday07:30 - 17:30
Tuesday07:30 - 17:30
Wednesday07:30 - 17:30
Thursday07:30 - 17:30
Friday07:30 - 17:30
Saturday07:30 - 17:30
Sunday07:30 - 17:30

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8.0 Very good

Anonymous, May 2024

Supplier choice

KAYAK
Overall a good experience and I would use their services again.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Apr 2024

Intermediate

KAYAK
Great experience and friendly staff! Vehicle was clean and ready for me.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Oct 2023

Intermediate

KAYAK
Excellent all round!

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Oct 2023

Supplier choice

KAYAK
ALL WENT WELL

8.0 Very good

Anonymous, Oct 2022

KAYAK
Over all we were pleased. It would have been helpful to be accompanied from the office to the vehicle to help find it and to have a quick explanation of the set up in the car. Otherwise 👍😊.

6.0 Okay

Anonymous, Oct 2022

KAYAK
Had to pay extra for insurance- should have been included

1 out of 10

National

8.4

Very good

Read 40 reviews
Best rated

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.4

Value for money

8.1

4 locations in Victoria

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Locations in Victoria

1640 Electra Blvd

+1 250 656 2541

Monday06:30 - 23:59
Tuesday06:30 - 23:59
Wednesday06:30 - 23:59
Thursday06:30 - 23:59
Friday06:30 - 23:59
Saturday06:30 - 23:59
Sunday06:30 - 23:59

1721 Old Island Highway

+1 250 479 0036

Monday07:30 - 17:30
Tuesday07:30 - 17:30
Wednesday07:30 - 17:30
Thursday07:30 - 17:30
Friday07:30 - 17:30
Saturday08:30 - 17:00
Sunday08:30 - 17:00

2898 Douglas St

+1 250 386 1828

Monday07:30 - 17:30
Tuesday07:30 - 17:30
Wednesday07:30 - 17:30
Thursday07:30 - 17:30
Friday07:30 - 17:30
Saturday08:30 - 17:00
Sunday08:30 - 17:00

727 Courtney Street

+1 250 386 1213

Monday07:30 - 17:30
Tuesday07:30 - 17:30
Wednesday07:30 - 17:30
Thursday07:30 - 17:30
Friday07:30 - 17:30
Saturday07:30 - 17:30
Sunday07:30 - 17:30

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10.0 Wonderful

Aimee, Jul 2024

Economy

KAYAK
Nicer rental than expected. Flexible with timing when flight was delayed

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Apr 2024

Intermediate

KAYAK
Cleanliness

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Mar 2024

Compact

KAYAK
Friendly service Nanaimo office kindly shuttled us to the ferry.

10.0 Wonderful

Johnson, Jun 2023

KAYAK
I made the mistake of making my reservation downtown Victoria which the National employee caught that mistake, since i was at the airport ready to pick up the van. He helped me a great deal by finding me a van available at the airport so I could not be more grateful! Very polite, kind, helpful and provided a lot of information to a newcomer to Victoria! I would rent a vehicle from them again!

7.6 Good

Anonymous, Oct 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

There were scratches on the car that weren't reported.

10.0 Wonderful

LAURA, Dec 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

Friendly staff, excellent location, nice comfortable vehicle.

Cons:

A little difficult to return the vehicle due to one way roads not easily maneuverable but on the 2nd go-around we figured out how to get into the lot and through the road construction. Nice staff, but they really scrutinize the vehicle so take pictures before you drive off the lot.

1 out of 14

Hertz

7.4

Good

Read 29 reviews
Most popular

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.6

Value for money

7.1

3 locations in Victoria

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Locations in Victoria

1640 Electra Blvd

+1 250 657 0380

Monday07:30 - 17:30
Tuesday07:30 - 17:30
Wednesday07:30 - 17:30
Thursday07:30 - 17:30
Friday07:30 - 17:30
Saturday07:30 - 17:30
Sunday07:30 - 17:30

548 David Street

+1 250 952 3765

Monday07:30 - 17:30
Tuesday07:30 - 17:30
Wednesday07:30 - 17:30
Thursday07:30 - 17:30
Friday07:30 - 17:30
Saturday09:00 - 12:00

565 Alpha Street

+1 778 680 7009

Monday08:00 - 17:30
Tuesday08:00 - 17:30
Wednesday08:00 - 17:30
Thursday08:00 - 17:30
Friday08:00 - 17:30
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday09:00 - 12:00

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8.0 Very good

Anonymous, Jul 2024

Compact

KAYAK
Efficient service at the booth. Vehicle was not very clean and had several small damages that we photographed on pickup.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jul 2024

Standard SUV

KAYAK
Good service

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jan 2024

Economy

KAYAK
Was great. Friendly staff and value for the money

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Jan 2024

Economy

KAYAK
second time this location has incorrectly charged me for wrong fuel when I return. The car was 8/8 full but they claimed it was 7/8 when I had just filled up 5km away in town.Thank god I took photos of the fuel gauge and milage so I can charge back to my credit card. Such scammers this particular location. Won't us again

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Dec 2023

Minivan

KAYAK
Loved the vehicle. Appreciated a decent price and everything was quick and easy. Thank you.

8.0 Very good

Anonymous, Oct 2023

Economy

KAYAK
Everything was good except they changed me around $40 besides my confirmed booking price.

1 out of 10

Avis

9.1

Wonderful

Read 10 reviews

Cleanliness

9.4

Comfort

9.3

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.9

Value for money

9.0

One location in Victoria

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Locations in Victoria

1001 Douglas Street

+1 250 386 8468

Monday08:00 - 17:30
Tuesday08:00 - 17:30
Wednesday08:00 - 17:30
Thursday08:00 - 17:30
Friday08:00 - 17:30
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday09:00 - 12:00

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10.0 Wonderful

Katherine, Jul 2024

Economy

KAYAK
Loved the convenience of the Victoria downtown location.

8.0 Very good

Anonymous, Oct 2023

Intermediate

KAYAK
God experience, would recommend. However damage report was wrong and when challenged I was told to talk a video. Damage report not updated. Which caused worry throughout the hire. However there were no problems on return so all good.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Front desk guy was professional, friendly and thorough.

Cons:

Those underground drop-off locations are always a little dicey.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Aug 2023

Full-size

KAYAK
The person who helped me was knowledgeable, efficient and kind.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jul 2022

KAYAK
Seamless.

10.0 Wonderful

LAPU, Jul 2022

KAYAK
Guy at the front desk is always very helpful,

1 out of 4

Thrifty

8.3

Very good

Read 1 review
Cheapest deal

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.4

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.0

Value for money

8.2

One location in Victoria

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Locations in Victoria

1640 Electra Boulevard

+1 250 657 0380

Monday07:30 - 17:30
Tuesday07:30 - 17:30
Wednesday07:30 - 17:30
Thursday07:30 - 17:30
Friday07:30 - 17:30
Saturday07:30 - 17:30
Sunday07:30 - 17:30

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7.9 Good

Anonymous, Jul 2021

KAYAK
Nothing really

1 out of 1

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.2

Very good

Read 19 reviews

Cleanliness

8.2

Comfort

8.2

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.0

Value for money

8.0

One location in Victoria

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Locations in Victoria

2507 Government Street

+1 250 475 6900

Monday07:30 - 17:30
Tuesday07:30 - 17:30
Wednesday07:30 - 17:30
Thursday07:30 - 17:30
Friday07:30 - 17:30
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday09:00 - 12:00

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Aug 2024

Compact SUV

KAYAK
Staffs are accommodating and we had an extra hours after our supposed time to return. I like their services.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Mar 2024

Supplier choice

KAYAK
I’ve rented cars here a few times, but today the customer service was top notch! Well done :)

10.0 Wonderful

Deanne, Nov 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

It was all a positive experience.

Cons:

There is nothing that I could identify as needing improvement.

6.0 Okay

Anonymous, Sep 2023

Minivan

KAYAK
I was told I had to pick up at noon - nothing available earlier. I arrived at 11:58 am to discover they close at 12. I was rushed through picking up and looking over the vehicle. Thankfully I bought extra insurance because the person checking out the car did not actually note all the damage. Without the extra insurance I would have been on the hook for repairs! The vehicle was filthy but they did give me a $50 credit as I had to clean the vehicle myself. Probably won’t use enterprise again🙁

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, May 2023

Compact

KAYAK
Friendly service. Great clean car. Convenient location.

8.0 Very good

Sailen, Apr 2023

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
Staff who helped to choose and get the car ready plus the return was really good. Drop off price at a different location was very high but otherwise all was well.

1 out of 7

keddy by Europcar

6.2

Okay

One location in Victoria

Locations in Victoria

95 Esquimalt Road

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Sunnycars

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3 locations in Victoria

Locations in Victoria

1640 Electra Blvd Suite 134

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2898 Douglas Street

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727 Courtney Street

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Discount Car & Truck Rentals

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One location in Victoria

Locations in Victoria

742 Johnson Street

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238 travelers who rented a car in Victoria gave the car agency they used an average rating of 7.4

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Most popular agency

Hertz

Most popular car type

Standard

Average price

$53/day

Good deal

$40/day

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Victoria car rental information

Pick-up locationVictoria
Car typesCompact, Compact SUV, Economy, Full-size, Full-size SUV, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Minivan, Pickup truck, Standard SUV, Supplier choice
Rental locations21
Airport locations6
Popular agenciesBudget, Thrifty, Hertz, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, National