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Car Rental in Gainesville, FL

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Gainesville Car Rental & Nearby Locations

Rent a Car in Gainesville, FL

Whether you’re visiting on business, a family vacation, or a solo adventure, a Budget car rental in Gainesville, FL, is the best way to delve into our city’s rich history and exciting attractions.

We’re proud to provide the best rates on rental cars in Gainesville, FL, so you can spend more time at world-class attractions like the Florida Museum of Natural History, the Harn Museum of Art, and more. 

Need a rental at the airport? No problem. Budget makes it easy to pick up a rental car at Gainesville Regional Airport (GNV)

Gainesville Travel Tips

  1. Familiarize yourself with major roads—including I-75 and Routes 20, 24, and 26—as these roads often provide the fastest travel across town.

  2. Gainesville is home to Florida’s largest and oldest university, so expect more traffic and limited parking in the downtown area and near the campus, especially on game days. 

Popular Rental Options

Ready to find the perfect ride? We’re proud to offer more rental options for Gainesville transportation, including these popular vehicles: 

  • Compact Car: Compact cars are perfect for navigating downtown or visiting the University of Florida campus. These nimble vehicles provide greater maneuverability in traffic and make it easier to fit into tight parking spots. 

  • Premium Car: Want to turn heads with your car rental in Gainesville, FL? Our premium sedans offer a memorable, comfortable travel experience—without the luxury price tag. 

  • Standard Elite SUV: Keep your group together on family vacations to Devil’s Millhopper Geological State Park or the Ben Hill Griffin Stadium with one of our 7-passenger standard elite SUVs.

Check out our rental cars in Gainesville, FL, and see how much you’ll save with Budget by entering your pickup date and time in the reservation at the top of this page.

Gainesville Tourist Attractions

Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

Explore a vast savannah where wild horses and bison roam freely. Enjoy hiking trails and beautiful lookout points with breathtaking landscapes and wildlife views. The Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park is a must for nature lovers, and our standard elite SUV provides ample room for your gear. 

Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo

After retrieving your Budget rental, don’t miss out on the Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo—the only one of its kind in the United States. See dozens of animals, birds, reptiles, and amphibians up close, get a unique experience by becoming a zookeeper for a day, and participate in more fun activities.