Car Rental at Washington, DC, L St Downtown

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Washington DC L St Downtown (MW5)

Address:

1908 L St NW,
Washington, DC, District Of Columbia, 20036, United States

Phone:

(1) 202-223-1418

Hours of Operation:

Sun - Sat 9:00 AM - 4:45 PM

Holiday Hours:

2025
CHRISTMAS EVE   December  24  07:00AM - 02:45PM
CHRISTMAS   December  25  closed
NEW YEARS EVE   December  31  07:00AM - 02:45PM

2026
NEW YEARS DAY   January  1  closed
THANKSGIVING   November  27  closed

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Location Information
Fastbreak Service
Proceed to Budget rental counter. Show your drivers license and identify yourself as a Fastbreak member. The Budget rental agent will provide you with your preprinted contract and keys.
General Directions
COUNTER: Located on L Street NW between 20th Street NW & 19th Street NW.

VEHICLES: On-site.

RETURNS: Same as pick-up.

AFTER-HOURS RETURNS: Not available. Rental vehicle must be returned during office hours.

Budget in Downtown Washington, DC

Need a car rental in downtown Washington, DC? No one saves you more on rentals than Budget! Our downtown location is the best place to start your adventure in this historic city because we’re conveniently near many of the city’s best attractions.

But why limit yourself to only the sights nearby? With a cheap car rental in Washington, DC, you can get anywhere in the area to see and enjoy the best our city offers, including The Kreeger Museum, Peirce Mill, and the National Museum of the United States Navy.

And when your trip is over, for convenience, you can schedule to drop off your rental car at almost any USA Budget location, including our other Washington DC rental centers, the Budget Counter at the Ronald Reagan National Airport, or our Dulles International Airport location! With Budget, traveling is easier than ever!

Not sure what to do while you’re in town? Whether you’re looking for things to do on a business trip or fun family vacation ideas in the city, Budget has resources to help you choose exactly where you need to go during your trip.

Standard SUV

An SUV is an excellent option when traveling with a group and perfect when you need extra comfort and luggage space while you navigate the city.

 

Compact Car

Compact cars are perfect for downtown Washington, DC, because it’s easier to fit in tight parking spaces. Plus, you’ll enjoy more savings at the pump with superior fuel economy. 

 

Premium Car

Turn heads and ride in style with a premium car while exploring must-see attractions like the Lincoln Memorial, the International Spy Museum, and the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History. 

 

See Prices & Available Cars

Ready to book a car rental near Dupont Circle in Washington, DC? Budget makes it easy to save more on DC rentals! Our rates and vehicle availability are based on when you book and your preferred location. You can view your savings and rental options by entering your rental dates in the reservation form above. Secure your savings by booking your next Budget car rental in DC today! 

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