Car Rental at North Loop-Downtown Chicago

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North Loop-Downtown (C2G)

Address:

214 N Clark St,
(Clark & Wacker), Chicago, IL, Illinois, 60601, United States

Phone:

(1) 312-263-0086

Hours of Operation:

Sun 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM; Mon - Fri 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM; Sat 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Holiday Hours:

2025
INDEPENDENCE DY   July  4  closed
LABOR DAY   September  1  closed
THANKSGIVING   November  27  closed
BLACK FRIDAY   November  28  08:00AM - 02:00PM
CHRISTMAS EVE   December  24  08:00AM - 02:00PM
CHRISTMAS DAY   December  25  closed
NEW YEARS EVE   December  31  08:00AM - 02:00PM

2026
NEW YEARS DAY   January  1  closed
MARATHON   October  12  closed
SPECIAL HOURS   October  11  10:00AM - 02:00PM

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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 at the intersection of North Clark and Upper Wacker.
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.

Budget in Downtown Chicago - North Loop 

Downtown Chicago is full of exciting sights, picture-worthy tourist hot spots, and amazing eats just around the corner. With a car rental in downtown Chicago, you have the simple pleasure of traveling at your own leisure. By retrieving your car rental at our Budget North Loop-Downtown location, you can start your trip right in the middle of everything!

The downtown area is home to some of Chicago’s best deep-dish pizza and an exciting nightlife. For families on vacation in Chicago, take the time to visit some of Chicago’s most popular tourist attractions, such as the famous Bean in Millennium Park or one of Chicago’s many museums.

When you’re finished with your visit, quickly and conveniently drop off your vehicle at the Budget counter at O’Hare International Airport (ORD) or the Budget counter at Midway International Airport (MDW). Looking for more customization for your car rental in downtown Chicago? With Budget, you can set your alternative drop-off location as almost any USA Budget location—including any of our other Chicago rental centers! 

 

See Prices & Available Cars

Ready to book your car rental in downtown Chicago? Our rates and availability are based on location, when you book, and your rental dates. View your savings and rental options by providing your rental dates in the reservation form at the top of this page. Then, complete your booking to secure your savings! 

Intermediate SUV

Choose an intermediate SUV for your car rental in downtown Chicago and enjoy spacious seating and plenty of cargo room for souvenirs from the Field Museum or Shedd Aquarium. 

 

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Compact Car

Compact cars save you more on gasoline, and make it easier to fit into tight parking spaces in downtown Chicago, Wrigley Field, or the Brookfield Zoo. 

 

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Full-Size SUV

Need more room while touring the best Chicago attractions? Consider renting a full-size SUV for added space and wiggle room—whether you’re traveling with little ones or lots of luggage.

 

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