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Find lower rental car prices at Walt Disney World with Road Genius. Compare live rates for SUVs, compact cars, minivans and reserve with no booking fees. Check offers from Alamo, National and more at the Disney Car Care Center, Lake Buena Vista, the US-192 corridor or Orlando International Airport and lock in the pickup spot that fits your schedule and budget.
Several rental options exist both on Disney property and in the surrounding area.
| Location | Features | Considerations |
|---|---|---|
| Disney Car Care Center | • Official Disney rental facility • Operated by Alamo/National • Free shuttle from Disney resorts |
• Limited hours (7 AM-6 PM) • Advance reservation recommended • Resort shuttle requires scheduling |
| Disney Resort Hotels | • Select resorts have rental desks • Convenient for hotel guests • Some offer Alamo/National service |
• Limited vehicle selection • Advance reservation essential • Limited operating hours • Not available at all resorts |
| Lake Buena Vista/Hotel Plaza | • Multiple rental agencies • Near Disney Springs • Often better selection |
• Requires transportation from Disney resorts • Standard business hours only |
| US-192 Corridor | • Multiple agencies • Often lower rates • All major companies represented |
• 5-10 minute drive from Disney property • Requires transportation to location • Standard hours (8 AM-6 PM most days) |
| Location | Pros | Cons |
|---|---|---|
| Disney Property | • Maximum convenience • No need to leave resort • Resort transportation to rental facility |
• Limited hours • Higher rates • Smaller selection • Advance booking essential |
| Airport (MCO) | • Immediate access on arrival • 24/7 availability • Largest selection |
• Airport fees add costs • 20-30 minute drive to Disney • Must navigate to resort upon arrival |
| Off-Property (US-192/SR-535) | • Lower rates • Good selection • Multiple companies to compare |
• Requires transportation to location • Standard business hours only • Extra planning needed |
On average, car rentals in Disney World cost around $48 per day, with the lowest-priced rentals starting at $3 per day.
Shop multiple pickup spots: Compare MCO airport, Lake Buena Vista / Hotel Plaza and US-192 desks against the Disney Car Care Center. Off-property counters a 5-10 min Lyft away often beat on-site rates even after the ride cost.
Rent "split-stay" style: Use free Disney buses, monorails and boats on full park days, then grab a car only for off-property runs (outlets, Universal, beaches). Fewer rental days = big savings on both rate and $25/day park parking.
Peak = plan, off-peak = pounce: For Spring Break, summer and late-December lock in a cancelable booking early, then keep checking and rebooking if prices dip. September or post-holiday January usually deliver the lowest walk-up deals.
Watch pickup/return hours: Car Care Center and many hotel desks close around 6 PM. Avoid an after-hours airport return fee by matching your rental times to their schedule.
| Location | Notes |
|---|---|
| Theme Parks | Standard daily fee, valid at all parks on the same day when you show your receipt |
| Disney Springs | Free multi-level garages and surface lots |
| Disney Resorts | Self-parking is free for resort guests |
| Water Parks | Standard daily fee |
Disney property speed limits: Usually 25-45 mph, strictly enforced
Navigation: Follow color-coded purple signs for Disney destinations
Resort deliveries: Some resort areas have time limits for non-guests
Road names: Unique Disney road names can confuse GPS systems
Construction: Ongoing road improvements may cause detours
Toll roads: SR-429 (Western Beltway) and SR-417 border Disney property
Get a car rental to drive to:
SeaWorld Orlando & Aquatica – International Drive
Kennedy Space Center – SR-528 East
Cocoa Beach – Atlantic coast
Tampa & Busch Gardens – I-4 West
Do I need a car if I'm staying at a Disney resort?
Not really. Disney gives you lots of ways to get around like buses, the monorail, boats and the Disney Skyliner. These travel between the parks and resorts. But having your own car can make it easier to visit places outside of Disney or eat at different restaurants.
Where can I rent a car if I'm already staying at Disney without one?
You can rent a car from the Disney Car Care Center. Alamo and National run it, and they offer a free shuttle from the Disney resorts. Some Disney resorts and nearby hotels like the Walt Disney World Dolphin also have their own rental desks. You can also find car rental places on Hotel Plaza Boulevard and along US-192 in Kissimmee.
Is parking difficult at Disney theme parks?
No. The Disney parks have huge parking lots, and trams can take you to the park entrances. If you get there early, about 45 to 60 minutes before the park opens, you can get a spot closer to the front. Standard parking costs $30 a day, and your pass works at all the parks for that day.
How does Disney resort parking work?
If you're a guest at a Disney resort, you get free self-parking. Just show your resort ID or MagicBand at the parking booth when you get back to your resort.
What's the best route from Disney to the beaches?
To get to the Atlantic beaches, take I-4 East to SR-528 East (this is a toll road) to reach Cocoa Beach. The trip is about 70 miles (113 km) and takes 80 to 90 minutes. To get to the Gulf beaches, take I-4 West to Tampa and keep going to Clearwater Beach. This trip is about 90 miles (145 km) and takes 100 to 120 minutes.
Can I use Disney transportation some days and my rental car on others?
Yes. A lot of visitors use Disney's transportation on days they go to the theme parks. They save their rental car for trips outside of Disney or for days they want to visit several different places.
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