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Victoria car hire information

Pick-up locationVictoria
Car types
Hire locations20
Airport locations6

Cheap car rentals in Victoria

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Economy
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Intermediate
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People mover
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SUV
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Top tips for hiring a car in Victoria

  • Renting a car in Victoria lets you explore the city and its surroundings on your own schedule without having to pay for cabs or face the crowds in public transports. Perched on the edge of Vancouver Island, the city has lots of places you can drive to such as Beacon Hill Park. A hire car is also perfect for discovering other destinations outside Victoria, including the scenic route to nearby Saanich Peninsula, which is only 45 minutes away.
  • All the big car hire agencies can be found at Victoria International Airport (YYJ), which is located approximately 25 km (15.5 miles) north of Victoria. Car hire services are situated in the arrivals hall of the airport's passenger terminal, straight across from the Information Desk. Handicap hand controls are available with some companies when requested in advance.
  • Victoria itself is a fairly easy city to navigate, but remember that traffic signs will be expressed in kilometers rather than miles. If you're heading to other destinations outside the city, beware that some back roads may be trickier, especially in the winter months. Vancouver Island is also popular among cyclists, so be extra careful when driving through the area.
  • Traffic around Victoria usually flows nicely throughout the whole day, especially when compared to other big cities in Canada and the U.S., but driving into or out of the city during morning or evening rush hour can be a bit chaotic. Avoid driving into the city between 7 a.m. and 9 a.m. and out of the city between 4 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.
  • 25% of our users found rental cars in Victoria for $75 or less
  • Book your rental car in Victoria at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Compact rental cars in Victoria are around 41% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about renting a car in Victoria

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Victoria?

    If you're just driving within the city limits, a compact car is a good option as it's easy to park downtown. If you're traveling through the regions valleys and hills you may prefer an SUV, but in the summer months a convertible may be a fun option to drive with the top down along the scenic roads.

  • What’s the speed limit in Victoria?

    The speed limit within the city is typically 50 kilometers per hour (30 miles per hour), but it can be lower in certain residential areas, in which case signs will be posted. Speed limits on rural roads range between 60 and 80 km/h (37 and 50 mph) and on highways they range from 100 to 110 km/h (62 and 68 mph).

  • Where are the best places to park in Victoria?

    The city of Victoria has plenty of street parking spaces as well as parking lots. Street parking must be paid between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. from Monday through Saturday, and after this time it is free. Parking is free all day Sunday and on public holidays. Some meters are limited to 90 minutes while others allow you to park all day, and prices range between $1.50 and $3 per hour.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Victoria?

    On average a hire car in Victoria costs $114 per day.

  • What is the best car hire company in Victoria?

    Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car hire companies in Victoria are Budget (8.5, 56 reviews), National (8.2, 118 reviews), and Hertz (7.8, 64 reviews).

  • How much is the price of fuel in Victoria?

    The average price of fuel in Victoria is $8.24 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of uel costs between $99 and $132, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular car hire in Victoria?

    Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Victoria.

  • How can I find car hires near me in Victoria?

    Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.

  • How much does a Compact car hire cost in Victoria?

    A Compact car hire in Victoria costs $70 per day, on average.

  • How much does an Economy car hire cost in Victoria?

    An Economy car hire in Victoria costs $78 per day, on average.

  • How much does an Intermediate car hire cost in Victoria?

    An Intermediate car hire in Victoria costs $118 per day, on average.

  • What is the most popular rental car location in Victoria?

    In Victoria, cars are most frequently hired at Budget 3657 Harriet Road (3 km from city centre ).

  • How much does it cost to hire a car for a week in Victoria?

    On average a car hire in Victoria costs $800 per week ($114 per day).

  • How much does it cost to hire a car long term for a month in Victoria?

    On average a car hire in Victoria costs $3,429 per month ($114 per day).

  • Which car hire companies in Victoria have updated their vehicle cleaning and safety policies because of coronavirus (COVID-19)?

    One car hire company which has updated their car hire health and safety policies due to COVID-19 to make sure vehicles are clean and disinfected is Thrifty

Victoria car rental reviews and directory

National

8.2

Very Good

162 reviews

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.4

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.1

Value for money

7.9

4 locations in Victoria

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Locations in Victoria

1640 Electra Blvd

+1 250 656 2541

Monday06:30 - 23:59
Tuesday06:30 - 23:59
Wednesday06:30 - 23:59
Thursday06:30 - 23:59
Friday06:30 - 23:59
Saturday06:30 - 23:59
Sunday06:30 - 23:59
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1721 Old Island Highway

+1 250 479 0036

Monday07:30 - 17:30
Tuesday07:30 - 17:30
Wednesday07:30 - 17:30
Thursday07:30 - 17:30
Friday07:30 - 17:30
Saturday08:30 - 16:30
Sunday08:30 - 16:30
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2898 Douglas St

+1 250 386 1828

Monday07:30 - 17:30
Tuesday07:30 - 17:30
Wednesday07:30 - 17:30
Thursday07:30 - 17:30
Friday07:30 - 17:30
Saturday08:30 - 16:30
Sunday08:30 - 16:30
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727 Courtney Street

+1 250 386 1213

Monday07:30 - 17:30
Tuesday07:30 - 17:30
Wednesday07:30 - 17:30
Thursday07:30 - 17:30
Friday07:30 - 17:30
Saturday07:30 - 17:30
Sunday07:30 - 17:30
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7.6 Good

Oct 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

There were scratches on the car that weren't reported.

10.0 Wonderful

Dec 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

Friendly staff, excellent location, nice comfortable vehicle.

Cons:

A little difficult to return the vehicle due to one way roads not easily maneuverable but on the 2nd go-around we figured out how to get into the lot and through the road construction. Nice staff, but they really scrutinize the vehicle so take pictures before you drive off the lot.

7.6 Good

Jul 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

The drop off was convenient.

Cons:

We went to National twice after driving a distance to get there and were not able to add a second driver either time. Misinformation, computer system down, nobody there. Very frustrating,.

3.6 Poor

Jul 2019

KAYAK

Cons:

Damage check when returning felt like a criminal investigation. It ended up fine, but seemed like they were really trying to find insignificant damage to hold you accountable for. They also shadily dodged questions about the gas fill up requirements.

2.0 Poor

Jul 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

The whole experience was awful, I will never use national car rentals again.

Cons:

The customer service and management

8.4 Very Good

Jun 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

Car was clean.

Cons:

This office has a weird after hours dropoff policy: you are "responsible for the car" even when you drop the keys off in their lock box. In short: you're responsible for any damage even after you "return" the car until they have someone process your return.

1 out of 26

Hertz

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.9

Value for money

7.7

2 locations in Victoria

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Locations in Victoria

1640 Electra Blvd

+1 250 657 0380

Monday08:00 - 23:30
Tuesday08:00 - 23:30
Wednesday08:00 - 23:30
Thursday08:00 - 23:30
Friday08:00 - 23:30
Saturday08:00 - 23:30
Sunday08:00 - 23:30
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548 David Street

+1 250 952 3765

Monday07:30 - 17:30
Tuesday07:30 - 17:30
Wednesday07:30 - 17:30
Thursday07:30 - 17:30
Friday07:30 - 17:30
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
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10.0 Wonderful

Oct 2022

KAYAK
A reduced rate was advertised because the pickup location was supposedly a shuttle ride from the airport. But the car was at the airport after all - bonus!

6.0 Okay

Jun 2022

KAYAK
Good car! Just cost way too much

6.0 Okay

Nov 2021

KAYAK
The car wasn’t very clean at all Chip crumbs on the seat, ketchup packets in the door, and someone spilt something on the dash

8.8 Very Good

Nov 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff was friendly and helpful however the website severely hampered his ability to provide timely service.

Cons:

Fix the website........more user friendly

10.0 Wonderful

Aug 2019

KAYAK

Cons:

Nothing- everything was seamless

10.0 Wonderful

Aug 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

Super friendly. Easy to get to car. Easy drop off.

1 out of 19

Avis

9.3

Wonderful

30 reviews

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

9.5

Pick-up/Drop-off

9.2

Value for money

9.2

One location in Victoria

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Locations in Victoria

1001 Douglas Street

+1 250 386 8468

Monday08:00 - 23:30
Tuesday08:00 - 23:30
Wednesday08:00 - 23:30
Thursday08:00 - 23:30
Friday08:00 - 23:30
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday10:00 - 15:00
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10.0 Wonderful

May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Front desk guy was professional, friendly and thorough.

Cons:

Those underground drop-off locations are always a little dicey.

8.8 Very Good

Jul 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff was good, location was good, parking for my vehicle was available and reasonably priced. The vehicle was in perfect condition and the late drop provision was very easy.

Cons:

I reserved a minivan very specifically, because I needed that size of vehicle. When I picked it up though, they did not have any minivans at all. They said my options were either a Suburban or a Ford Flex. I reserved a van because I needed a van. It didn’t really work that well, but we made do.

10.0 Wonderful

Jun 2018

KAYAK

Pros:

Car was ready when required, well prepared. Staff were great. On return also very helpful. No issues at all!

Cons:

Nothing

8.0 Very Good

Oct 2017

KAYAK

Pros:

First class always.

Cons:

Counter lady a bit of an attitude but we all have off days. They are better left at home though.

10.0 Wonderful

Sep 2017

KAYAK

Pros:

unfortunately I don't have the name of the agent but was this ever a great, fast and pleasant experience and I got a great car - Ford Fusion- incl GPS awesome!!!

Cons:

nothing

2.0 Poor

May 2017

KAYAK

Cons:

Went to to pick up rental car and was told my 2 debit cards were unacceptable, I needed to have a credit card. Have not owned a credit card for 20 years. Very very unhappy.

1 out of 5

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.6

Very Good

80 reviews
Best rated

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.9

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.4

Value for money

8.4

One location in Victoria

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Locations in Victoria

2507 Government Street

+1 250 475 6900

Monday07:30 - 17:30
Tuesday07:30 - 17:30
Wednesday07:30 - 17:30
Thursday07:30 - 17:30
Friday07:30 - 17:30
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday09:00 - 12:00
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10.0 Wonderful

Nov 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

It was all a positive experience.

Cons:

There is nothing that I could identify as needing improvement.

10.0 Wonderful

Apr 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff was helpful and pleasant

Cons:

Every thing went well

10.0 Wonderful

Mar 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

Great staff. Awesome SUV.

7.6 Good

Mar 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

everything on time and as expected however... the new electronic "agreement" seems pretty sketchy, no hard copy for the customer... could easily be changed on their side cant fit all the negatives into the better part, oops

Cons:

first off, the guy who i picked up the car from straight up lied to me saying gas from them would be 2.15/liter if i dropped it off empty, saying its below market price, great deal, no extra fees... wow sounds very nice... i looked closer at the electronic agreement, nope, almost 3.00/liter....

9.6 Wonderful

Feb 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff were efficient and friendly. The rental pick up and drop off was quick and easy. Great value for the money.

Cons:

Only issue was the exterior of rental vehicle was not clean when picked up.

8.4 Very Good

Feb 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

nice car, friendly staff

Cons:

had to wait 1.5 hours (past closing time...) for a car, because other renter was 3.5 hours late returning the vehicle. Seemed like a lack of communication, but not sure if one person was just blaming other for the situation... I was offered a small discount for the trouble.

1 out of 15

Budget

8.5

Very Good

81 reviews

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.5

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.4

Value for money

8.5

4 locations in Victoria

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Locations in Victoria

132-1640 Electra Boulevard

+1 250 953 5300

Monday06:30 - 23:59
Tuesday06:30 - 23:59
Wednesday06:30 - 23:59
Thursday06:30 - 23:59
Friday06:30 - 23:59
Saturday06:30 - 23:59
Sunday06:30 - 23:59
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2224 Douglas Street

+1 250 953 5300

Monday07:00 - 17:30
Tuesday07:00 - 17:30
Wednesday07:00 - 17:30
Thursday07:00 - 17:30
Friday07:00 - 17:30
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3657 Harriet Road

+1 250 953 5300

Monday07:30 - 17:30
Tuesday07:30 - 17:30
Wednesday07:30 - 17:30
Thursday07:30 - 17:30
Friday07:30 - 17:30
Saturday07:30 - 17:30
Sunday08:00 - 23:30
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724 Douglas Street

+1 250 953 5300

Monday07:30 - 17:30
Tuesday07:30 - 17:30
Wednesday07:30 - 17:30
Thursday07:30 - 17:30
Friday07:30 - 17:30
Saturday07:30 - 17:30
Sunday07:30 - 17:30
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8.0 Very Good

Oct 2022

KAYAK
Over all we were pleased. It would have been helpful to be accompanied from the office to the vehicle to help find it and to have a quick explanation of the set up in the car. Otherwise 👍😊.

6.0 Okay

Oct 2022

KAYAK
Had to pay extra for insurance- should have been included

8.8 Very Good

Oct 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

The car was very clean. The price was great (likely because of COVID)

6.4 Okay

Sep 2019

KAYAK

Cons:

The pick up was unorganized and took a bit for anyone to acknowledged me. They seemed to be understaffed and not aware of what was going on. The office was extremely hot and was not well kept.

9.2 Wonderful

Jul 2019

KAYAK

Cons:

They told us we would have a Kia online and ended up with a very small car that was hard to get our luggage in. Any other car was going to be exceptionally more expensive so we didn’t really have a choice.

9.6 Wonderful

Jul 2019

KAYAK

Cons:

hard pressure on insurance but everything else was wonderful

1 out of 14

Thrifty

8.5

Very Good

3 reviews
Cheapest deal
Most popular

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

7.9

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.4

Value for money

7.9

One location in Victoria

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Locations in Victoria

1640 Electra Boulevard

+1 250 657 0380

Monday08:00 - 23:30
Tuesday08:00 - 23:30
Wednesday08:00 - 23:30
Thursday08:00 - 23:30
Friday08:00 - 23:30
Saturday08:00 - 23:30
Sunday08:00 - 23:30
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7.9 Good

Jul 2021

KAYAK
Nothing really

1 out of 1

Sunnycars

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3 locations in Victoria

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1640 Electra Blvd Suite 134

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2898 Douglas Street

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767 Douglas Street

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Discount Car & Truck Rentals

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One location in Victoria

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742 Johnson Street

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keddy by Europcar

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One location in Victoria

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95 Esquimalt Road

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456 travellers who rented a car in Victoria gave the car agency they used an average rating of 8.3

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Good to know

Most popular agency

Thrifty

Most popular car type

Compact

Average price

$114/day

Good deal

$75/day

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