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Budget car hire prices in Albany

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Kia Rio car
Kia Rio
or similar Small
2
2
4-5
M
$112/day
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Kia Soul car
Kia Soul
or similar Small
4
2
4-5
M
$113/day
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Chrysler 300 car
Chrysler 300
or similar Luxury
5
5
2/4
M
$140/day
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Toyota RAV4 car
Toyota RAV4
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
M
$128/day
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Ford Edge car
Ford Edge
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
M
$147/day
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Most popular location

Most popular car type

737 Albany Shaker Road
Compact

Top tips for hiring a car from Budget in Albany

  • Choosing to book Budget car rentals in Albany provides many benefits for those traveling to upstate New York and its capital region. With a substantial variety of cars available, Budget helps you streamline your trip. Small and easy-to-park compact cars like the Ford Focus or Kia Soul make it easy to tour the area and offer room for four to five passengers. For those who may be taking advantage of the region’s outdoor activities, a variety of trucks and SUVs are available.
  • Families or groups traveling around Albany and the surrounding countryside in upstate New York may want to take advantage of Budget’s larger vehicles, including minivans, which have room for several passengers, or a full-size SUV. Budget car rentals in Albany offer full-size SUVs,which can also accommodate several passengers along with baggage.
  • When booking Budget car rentals in Albany, a great perk to take advantage of is their Fastbreak program, in which pickups and drop-offs are quick and easy. The program is free to join.  Fastbreak members can bypass lines at the rental counter with a simple flash of their driver’s license, and the process is the same for returns. Fastbreak members receive exclusive deals from Budget, allowing them to save more time and money. Budget has also introduced Fastbreak Choice for members. Available at select locations, this process enables you to select your vehicle from your mobile device, making pickups even faster.
  • When you book Budget car rentals in Albany, you can rest easy if your plans need to change. Non-paid reservations can be canceled up to 48 hours prior to the rental pick-up time without incurring a cancellation fee. Reservations can be changed, canceled or modified on budget.com or via phone. Pre-paid reservations can be modified on budget.com or at the Budget counter, generally multiple times, without incurring a fee. If modifications affect the total amount of the rental, under- and overpayments will be handled upon return of the vehicle, and any refunds will be issued after the rental agreement has been closed.
  • Book your car hire from Budget in Albany at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

FAQs about hiring a car from Budget in Albany

  • Where is the best pick-up location for Budget car rentals in Albany?

    The best pick-up location for Budget rental cars in Albany is at Albany International Airport (ALB), where Budget has a location in the terminal at 737 Albany Shaker Road. Budget also has a location within the city of Albany, close to shopping, the university, and local attractions like Six Mile Waterworks Park. Both rental locations are off I-87, the main thoroughfare for traveling south to New York City and points north toward Canada.

  • Does getting a Budget car rental in Albany offer any benefits?

    Travelers who choose Budget also have the option to participate in Budget Rewards, which offers loyalty points on partnering airlines, lodging, and other travel-related companies. Frequent flyers with partnering airlines, such as Southwest and JetBlue, can earn extra airline miles and other Budget rewards by renting with Budget. Savvy travelers who book Budget car rentals in Albany and elsewhere can earn up to 1000 rewards points per rental at hotels like Best Western on qualifying rentals. In addition to that, participants receive valuable discounts upon providing the Budget / Best Western Rewards / Customer Discount number. Be sure to check Budget’s rewards partners when planning your trip to maximize the benefits of your stay.

  • Where are the best places to park Budget car rentals in Albany?

    Albany offers plentiful parking options for visitors, with options close to attractions like the Palace Theater, MVP Arena, Pearl Street, and more. Visitors can enjoy free street parking after 5 pm and on weekends. Seek out the ParkAlbany garages, such as Riverfront, Green-Hudson, and Quackenbush, which offer weekday overnight parking for only about $5.00 starting at 5 pm, along with all-day weekend parking. Utilize the ParkAlbany app to make parking even easier.

  • What is the most popular car hire from Budget in Albany?

    Compact (Kia Soul or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type from Budget in Albany.

  • How many car hire locations does Budget have in Albany?

    Budget has 2 hire locations in Albany. Take a look at our Budget hire location map to find the best car hire near you.

  • Does Budget have a car hire location at the airport: Albany Intl airport (ALB)?

    Yes

  • Does Budget offer shuttle or airport pick-up services from Albany Intl airport (ALB)?

    Yes

Reviews for Budget in Albany

Pros

" in nyc was good."(in 1394 reviews)
" was professional, helpful."(in 1394 reviews)
" was friendly and helpful at pick-up."(in 1394 reviews)

Cons

"i only needed a small ."(in 3893 reviews)
"Car someone had smoked in it."(in 239 reviews)
" stunk like cigarettes and then I found a pack under the seat."(in 3893 reviews)
Overall rating7.3 GoodBased on 89 reviews
Cleanliness
7.7
Comfort
8.1
Overall
7.4
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.4
Value for money
7.6

Recent reviews

Traveller rating
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10.0
Smelled like a chimney from smoke, too bad, everything else was PERFECT!!Reviewed 26 June 2025
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10.0
The rental was quick to pick up and drop off. It was the exact vehicle that I requested. I recommend Budget to everyone.Reviewed 18 May 2025
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4.0
I picked up my rental very late at night and was handed keys and told to bring it back charged. I didn’t realize it was fully electric. Unfortunately that made for a terrible experience.Reviewed 10 Mar 2025
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4.0
They rented all their cars to others due to a diverted flight. They ignored all the reservations people had made, including mine. I only got a car last minute, after waiting in line for over 30 mins, when a lady decided not to drive a huge Suburban, so I took that.Reviewed 3 Jan 2025
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4.0
I was charged a late fee that should not have beenn charged. Otherwise, good experienceReviewed 28 Oct 2024
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4.0
Easy pick up and drop off. Reservation was for a minivan but we got a Denali. Would’ve preferred a minivan because the trunk in the Denali was very small and a minivan trunk is great. Biggest problem was that the car absolutely reeked of marijuana. We thought it was the garage and drove away incorrectly assuming that. Tried to contact customer service when we realized it was the car, but it was late at night and they didn’t open until the next morning. They did offer a car exchange but we were an hour away at a family wedding and didn’t have the flexibility in our schedule to make the trip back to the airport.Reviewed 26 Sept 2024
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4.0
When I checked in at the counter, the rep had me sign papers saying the car had a full tank. Once I arrived at the car, I noticed the car was only had a 1/4 tank of gas and the mileage did not match. I was in an extreme hurry to make an appointment and I did not have time to wait in line at the counter again because there were about 20 people in line. I have pictures of the gas tank and mileage to share if I can send to someone via email. I would just like to be refunded $35 to pay for that extra gas I had to buy because I returned it on a full tank. Again, I signed the original paperwork saying I would return in on a full tank because I was told the car was on a full tank. The fact the license plate matched the paperwork but the mileage was not correct tells me someone just made a honest mistake. Can I get a refund for $35?Reviewed 29 July 2024
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10.0
Pricey but the best price available. The Dodge Hornet Hybrid was (surprisingly) an excellent vehicle. The entire experience was great.Reviewed 15 June 2024
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4.0
The care had several flaws when I picked up I was afraid I'd be charged for (i did take pictures). They still haven't sent me a final bill.Reviewed 17 Apr 2024
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8.0
Pressure in tires was bad. Window washer fluid was basically null. Car servicing needs help.Reviewed 18 Jan 2024
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8.0
And everywhere in the door. Someone had driven into the beach and it was not cleaned out. No sand in the car itself.Reviewed 15 Jan 2024
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2.0
I reserved a large sedan for a trip cross country. When I arrived my only option was a truck. Obviously not happy with it and the additional fuel cost that I would occur during the trip. I kindly asked for a discount and they wouldn’t offer me one, not even 10%. And was told if they charged me for a truck the cost would be double, so be happyReviewed 11 Oct 2023
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Where can I find Budget hire cars in Albany?

Address

737 Albany Shaker Road

Hours

Monday08:00 - 23:59
Tuesday08:00 - 23:59
Wednesday08:00 - 23:59
Thursday08:00 - 23:59
Friday08:00 - 23:59
Saturday08:00 - 23:59
Sunday08:00 - 23:59

Phone

+1 518 242 4450

Address

131 Colonie Center

Hours

Monday08:00 - 23:59
Tuesday08:00 - 23:59
Wednesday08:00 - 23:59
Thursday08:00 - 23:59
Friday08:00 - 23:59
Saturday08:00 - 23:59
Sunday09:00 - 14:00

Phone

+1 518 459 2609
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