Rent a Car at Panama City Beach

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Panama City Beach (TD1)

Address:

8027 Front Beach Rd,
Panama City Beach, FL, Florida, 32407, United States

Phone:

(1) 850-234-3551

Hours of Operation:

Sun 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM; Mon - Fri 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM; Sat 7:30 AM - 2:00 PM

Holiday Hours:

2025
INDEPENDENCE DY   July  4  08:00AM - 04:00PM
LABOR DAY   September  1  08:00AM - 04:00PM
THANKSGIVING DY   November  27  closed
CHRISTMAS EVE   December  24  08:00AM - 04:00PM
CHRISTMAS DAY   December  25  closed
NEW YEARS EVE   December  31  08:00AM - 04:00PM

2026
NEW YEARS DAY   January  1  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: From Highway 98, turn south on Front Beach Rd & Budget is 1/2 mile on the left.
From Panama City Beach, travel north on Front Beach Rd & Budget is 1.5 miles on the right.
CARS: On-site.
RETURNS: Same as pick-up.
After-hours Returns
Rental vehicle must be returned during office hours.

NOTE: Some locations may have a key drop available:

Drop Box Available: If the customer chooses to leave the vehicle, the customer is responsible for the vehicle & all charges (including any damages or theft of the vehicle may have incurred during after hours) until the contract can be closed on the following business day.

Drop Box NOT Available: If the location does not have a key drop box, the location does not permit vehicles to be left after closing hours. The customer should never lock or leave the keys inside the car. The customer is responsible for the vehicle & all charges (including any damages to or theft of the vehicle and locksmith fees if they choose to lock the keys in the car). The customer can either choose to return the car the next day the location is open OR change the Drop Off Location to the nearest Regional Airport. Customer is responsible for all charges related to the drop-off modification.

Panama City Beach Car Rental

Pack your bags and get ready for the sun and sand! Make Budget in Panama City Beach your first stop for cheap and convenient transportation around the city. You don’t have to travel far when rental cars in Panama City are right on Front Beach Road. Walk over from auto shops like Gerber Collision & Glass or Henry's Import Repair. There are even hotels down the street, such as Sleep Inn & Suites and Summer Breeze Motel. Simply book a cheap car rental in Panama City online and get ready to explore the must-see sights. 

Once you have the keys in your hand, there are plenty of ways to use your car rental in Panama City Beach. Load up the rental with kayaks and beach toys for a day at Shell Island, or pack a tent and reserve a campground at St. Andrews State Park. If you are looking for an inside activity, Gulf World Aquarium will do the trick. 

Rent a car in Panama City and choose from drop-off locations around the city. Looking for a ride to the airport? Just return your rental car to Budget at NW Florida Beaches International Airport. Book a car today and select your preferred drop-off destination during the reservation process. 

Neighborhood Landmarks

  • Across from Beach Shopping Center

  • Neighboring Promenade Shopping Mall

     

Popular Rental Options in Panama City Beach

  • Intermediate cars: Intermediate car rentals are great cars for commuting around the city and taking long road trips. Plan a trip over to New Orleans and save on gas when you go.

  • Full-size pickup trucks: Enjoy the pier views at Saint Andrew Bay from the tailgate of a pickup truck as you fish or camp in St. Andrews State Park.  

  • Minivans: Minivan rentals are great for group travels whether your companions are family members, colleagues, or friends. There’s something for everyone along Florida 30A, a scenic highway lined with shops and restaurants.

See Prices & Available Cars

See the amazing prices and vehicles Budget has to offer, from an economy car rental to a still-affordable luxury car rental in Panama City, Simply fill out the above form with your pickup and drop-off information and begin to browse through the rental selections. Reserve your spot by completing your reservation with Budget in Panama City Beach today!

 

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