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Routes Car Rental is a car rental service providing customers with convenient vehicle options in key locations, including Toronto, Calgary, Orlando, Chicago, Denver, and Atlanta. The company specializes in hassle-free car rentals, catering to both leisure travelers and business professionals seeking reliable transportation solutions. With a focus on flexibility, Routes offers various pick-up options, including airport rentals, allowing customers to easily access their vehicles upon arrival. The company's user-friendly platform facilitates straightforward booking, ensuring that clients can reserve their preferred car quickly and efficiently. Routes Car Rental aims to meet the needs of individuals and families looking for cost-effective and convenient car rental services.
Routes Car Rental receives a mixed response from customers, with many praising the service while others express significant dissatisfaction. Reviewers highlight the great service provided by staff like Keosha, who is noted for professionalism and knowledge.
However, a substantial number of complaints focus on hidden fees and misleading rental conditions, leading many to feel scammed. Customers report unexpected charges and a lack of clarity regarding insurance and rental agreements, which detracts from the overall experience. Additionally, the shuttle service and wait times are criticized, with some stating that it took longer to get their rental than their flight. While some appreciate the competitive pricing, the negative experiences regarding customer service and transparency overshadow the positives.
Summary generated with AI from recent reviews
Each source counts by its number of reviews. Only reviews written by people are scored.
| Source | Rating | Reviews | Weight | 6-mo | Fake risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Trustpilot Imported Trustpilot reviews | 3.4 | 1,034 | 100% | -1.2 | ● Low |
Monthly average rating from reviews written by people · latest review Dec 2025.
| Month | Average | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 25 | 3.4 | 118 |
| Feb 25 | 3.1 | 63 |
| Mar 25 | 2.9 | 80 |
| Apr 25 | 3.9 | 108 |
| May 25 | 3.6 | 76 |
| Jun 25 | 3.3 | 66 |
| Jul 25 | 3.0 | 54 |
| Aug 25 | — | 0 |
| Sep 25 | — | 0 |
| Oct 25 | 3.3 | 4 |
| Nov 25 | 1.6 | 20 |
| Dec 25 | 1.0 | 1 |
Share of positive (4–5★) and negative (1–2★) reviews mentioning each topic · based on the 500 most recent reviews.
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| Company | Overall | Legit | Service | Value | Booking | Trend | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.4 out of 5 (fair) | 100 out of 100 | 3.5 out of 5 (good) | 2.4 out of 5 (poor) | 2.2 out of 5 (poor) | −22% | 1,034 | |
| 4.8 out of 5 (good) | 100 out of 100 | 4.9 out of 5 (good) | 4.4 out of 5 (good) | 4.5 out of 5 (good) | — | 1,000 | |
| 4.6 out of 5 (good) | 100 out of 100 | 4.4 out of 5 (good) | 4.6 out of 5 (good) | 4.6 out of 5 (good) | — | 1,000 | |
| 4.6 out of 5 (good) | 67 out of 100 | 4.8 out of 5 (good) | 4.8 out of 5 (good) | 3.8 out of 5 (good) | — | 998 | |
| 4.8 out of 5 (good) | 100 out of 100 | 4.8 out of 5 (good) | 4.5 out of 5 (good) | 4.5 out of 5 (good) | — | 997 |
Bottom line: Routes Car Rental is #5 of 5 on overall rating in this group. On value, Wiber Rent a Car scores higher (4.8 vs 2.4).
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We have had a great experience with Routes in Denver so far, though I will have to add an addendum after we return the vehicle. There was a little difficulty at the onset, since we did wait for a while before the van arrived. it seems like there were more vans from other companies, though I didn't exactly count them up. Then, though we were waiting at the right spot, the driver went to the terminal, which we had just left. So since we didn't want to miss it, we made a dash for it, which wasn't necessary, or fun. Also the signage was limited, so it was a little challenging to find the pickup spot. hopefully they will rectify this. The driver was pleasant and helpful. There was a pretty lengthy ride to the outlet location, though I think most of the trip is just leaving the airport, which you would have to do with any car agency. at the location we worked with Omar, a very pleasant and helpful young man. he set us up with a practically new Nissan Rogue AWD which has been great. it was even washed before we took it, while we were doing the paperwork. the best aspect was that Omar didn't really pressure us to add insurance coverage and all that. he indicated that our NJ policy offers us very solid coverage, which was nice of him. The value has been very good, and we can definitely recommend Routes as the place to go, at least in the Denver area. Ask for Omar - though I would think all the reps are good.
Quick answers to the questions people ask most.
Our business hours vary by location and may include extended hours for customer convenience. Please contact your specific Routes Car Rental location directly for current operating hours. Many locations offer after-hours vehicle return options.
You can contact us through our website, by phone, or by visiting any of our rental locations. Contact information for specific locations can be found on our website. Our customer service team is available to assist with reservations and inquiries.
You'll typically need a valid driver's license, a credit card in your name, and to meet minimum age requirements. Additional documentation may be required depending on your location and rental terms. We recommend checking specific requirements when making your reservation.
Many Routes Car Rental locations offer one-way rentals, allowing you to return your vehicle to a different location. Additional fees may apply for one-way rentals. Please confirm availability and any associated charges when making your reservation.
Routes Car Rental typically offers a variety of vehicle categories including economy, compact, mid-size, full-size, and specialty vehicles. Vehicle availability varies by location and season. We recommend booking in advance to ensure your preferred vehicle type is available.
Cancellation policies may vary depending on your reservation type and timing. Many reservations can be cancelled without penalty if done within a specified timeframe. Please review the specific terms of your reservation or contact us directly for details about your booking.
Routes Car Rental typically offers various insurance and protection options for your rental vehicle. Coverage options may include collision damage waiver, liability protection, and personal effects coverage. Please discuss available options with our staff when picking up your vehicle.
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Polarized pattern: few middle ratings. 57% of recent reviews are 4–5★ and 40% are 1–2★.
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Didn't get the car due to not having my icbc paperwork with me, no where online said I needed it. It only said license and credit card were needed. Tried to go in the next day with paperwork and they said my reservation was cancelled. Tried to get a refund and they said no. At least it's only $140 lost. Will stick with Avis. Thanks Routes
Routes, Chicago OHara refused to rent a car to me after accepting my Priceline info and my credit card charge. Routes required proof of insurance, which I did not have with me ( I keep it in my car back in North Carolina), which Priceline did not ask for, and the company (Alamo) from which I eventually rented from did not ask for or require. The Routes employee refused to give her name and refused my request to speak to a manager. I have not received a return of my credit card payment. ROUTES IS THE WORST COMPANY I HAVE EVER DEALT WITH! DO NOT RENT FROM ROUTES!!
Fair prices
A daily fee ($16.99/day) to cross state lines in the US...Even in Europe, it's a flat fee to cross nation state borders. It's pretty unheard of for the US states. I booked my rental through a major travel booking site and purchased collision insurance that cost $48 for 4 days. When I got to the rental office at my destination, I was told they no longer accept that carrier due to consistent payment disputes. The tone was like "when you people get into all these accidents, we have to try and collect from insurance companies, and this particular one is difficult." So she proceeded to write me a crib sheet on what to say when I call that insurance or the booking company to ask for refund. Yes - they decide not to do business with a carrier and instead of notifying the booking agents not to sell that carrier's policies with Routes'rentals, they put the burden on the customer. Sadly these things happen often in travel and other service industries lately, but when you step back and think about it, it tells you so much about the degradation of the idea of how to run a successful business and to provide top-notch products and services to customer. I will say the employees were all very nice and courteous, but their efforts are more than trumped by the mediocrity of their employer, that it almost has no value. Anyway, I walked out of there with a rental that cost me $450 for 4 days with new insurance and unreimbursed other insurance (spent 40 minutes otp and haven't heard back even though the promised timeline for a response has passed) instead of $200 w insurance that I paid when I originally booked. Talk about hidden fees. I got a Nissan versa with no apple or android auto and stained seats. That's fine - I wanted a compact car and inexpensive rental, but that's not the same a crappy car and the headache with all the fees. Well, and it wasn't even that "budget" in the end.
i rented a car from routes, 5124 w. cypress st. ,Tampa Florida from 1/27/2025 to 1/31/2025. filled out everything they asked and gave a security desposit of 250.00 which they said i would get back if everything was good. when i returned the car on the friday at 7 am in the morning, Kay who works there checked the car out and said everything was good and we will send your deposit back in 30 days. WE also took pictures of the car to prove the car was in good shape. Well 30 days have gone by and no security deposit has been returned, i called Routes and the girl said it will be 7 t0 10 and said sorry. well now going on 2 months and no refund has been given. i called again and was cut off from the call. now i cannot get through and if anyone is thinking about this place i would not go there. they tell you one thing and screw you in the end. i just want to say though, Kay was very Professional at her job, and i know this is not coming from her. but who ever is in charge and wants to not follow policy then you will not get my business again. My reservation # 106510
First time renting with routes and I rented a vehicle for 2 days from their YYZ Toronto airport location. When I picked the car up it had very obvious scratches, rock chips in the paint and damage to the windshield. I took a video and unfortunately a not very good photo. Upon returning the car they pointed out the chips to me. They are thinking it happened when I had the car which it did not. They said there are two chips in the windshield to which I pointed out that I have it in a photo. They then said there is a second chip which they don’t have documentation of. He said it’s infront of the drivers side at the bottom so I scrolled / zoomed in on my photo and showed him asking “ is it this one?” To which he went silent. When I asked to see the car again to see exactly what they’re speaking about he told me the one infront of the driver is OLD and that he’s not concerned with that one! He said that to me!! So then why was he asking me about it!? Then he said the one infront in the middle looks new which is the one I originally showed him. (The photo I have is from pick up time WITH the employee during the walk around. ) They are now submitting a claim for this damage which was not done whilst I had the vehicle which includes BOTH rock chips! I am definitely being taken for a ride with this and I feel this is all a SCAM. Nevertheless I will never use them again EVER and I will be telling everyone I know in my travels ( I work in the travel business) to never use them either. Already three people I have shown the photos to and they’re shocked and they definitely won’t ever recommend them either. AVOID THIS BUSINESS !!!!!! Absolute scam
Booked a rental, and requested a baby seat. A shuttle is required to get from the airport to the rental counter, which does not provide safe transportation for a baby, so the rental is useless, and I am having issues cancelling.
I've rented from Routes several times when flying into Denver and had nothing but good experiences. Although Routes is located "off site", it's only a ~15 minute ride on their free shuttle, right off Peña Boulevard. Over time, they've upgraded their office facility. They have excellent prices, and lots of 4WD Jeeps if you're going up into the mountains during ski season. Just remember to bring your proof of insurance if you want to forgo the CDW. On my most recent visit, I was helped by a brand new employee, Nasser, who was very helpful and thorough - even took pictures of the Jeep to document its condition for me.
I prepaid for a Routes Car Rental Car in Chicago near O'hare. Unlike the major car rental companies, Routes is off-airport, requiring an 8 min shuttle ride to their lot. This was a little inconvenient but the lower advertised price made it seem worth the hassle. Upon arriving at the office, the Routes staff was rude, bordering on hostile; He informed me that there would be a $30 daily surcharge for taking the car out of state, $500 sec. deposit, $60 daily fine for going out of state....all extra charges not mentioned earlier. It was apparent, now that I was at this remote office in a sketchy area late at night, the plan was to intimidate me into paying far more than the agreed upon price. When I voiced my concerns to the agent, he claimed I was being disrespectful and said he was refusing to rent me a car and he also instructed the van driver not to give me a ride back to the airport. So now I was stranded there in what felt like a potentially dangerous situation. After 30 min wait and a $25 Uber, I eventually got back to O'Hare and rented from a reputable agency. Routes has repeatedly refused to refund my money.
I had excellent service at both pick up and drop off, both went smooth and fast thanks to workers Kalki at the front dest who helped me with the pick up and Allen who assisted at drop off. All staff including the shuttle drivers were super friendly and helpful!! I recommend this place if you are needing to rent a car in the Denver area.
NOTE: This review is for the Ft Lauderdale, Florida location only, not the Mississaga one. I had to submit it here because the Ft Lauderdale location is not listed. Ft Lauderdale Airport, Florida, USA: I rented a car for over a week in at this location. It was not a good experience. First, after arriving at the airport and taking the shuttle bus to the main car rental depot, you must take a SECOND shuttle bus from the car rental depot to their office. Their office is in a relatively poor part of town. They would not accept my Canadian car rental insurance coverage, so I was forced to buy their insurance and ended up paying over double what I had agreed to. The car had a tire leak, which I had to pay twice to fill up with air. Finally, it took about 2 1/2 weeks for them to refund me the $250 US security deposit. This is why you should only go with reputable companies like Hertz, Avis, Enterprise, Budget, National, Alamo, and so on. You may pay a bit more, but you get the proper level of service. Always check the reviews before you book!
I rented a vehicle from 3 January 2025- 14 Jan 2025. I’m still waiting for my deposit money, more than 2 months later. I have contacted the company 3 times already and they keep saying they will send a note to their accounts branch. Also, I waited almost three hours to finally drive out of there in the rental, even after having a confirmation through their web page. There were a high volume of customers already there waiting in line, and sometimes one agent at the counter. Two or three of the personnel just standing around or just pretending to be busy looking busy. The one that finally waited on me was hard to understand even in Spanish. Why is it also that the company won’t insure anything under 2019 vehicles year and I have to use your insurance, when my USAA auto insure covers my 2001 Dodge Dakota. Don’t make a single lick of sense.
Bryttanie was very kind and helpful
Misleading registration. First 400 words of cancellation policy suggests I can cancel up to 48 hours in advance - which was why I proceeded with my booking. But FAKE NEWS….apparently I booked as a “prepaid” customer - a category that cannot cancel. NO WHERE was there anything in the booking process that mentioned anything about “prepaid” or suggested an option. AVOID THIS COMPANY!!!!
I showed up on time and needed a major credit card to rent the vehicle. They had already taken the money out my account. They was unable to refund me at the counter. I had to email customer care for a refund. Days later i am still waiting for a email reply back for my refund. You guys should be taking money out an account until people check in and is actually able to rent the vehicle.
Most Routes Car Rental locations operate on a full-to-full fuel policy, meaning you receive the car with a full tank and should return it full. Alternative fuel options may be available at some locations. Fuel charges may apply if the vehicle is not returned with the agreed-upon fuel level.
The minimum age to rent a vehicle is typically 21 years old, though this may vary by location and vehicle type. Additional fees may apply for drivers under 25 years of age. Some specialty or luxury vehicles may have higher minimum age requirements.
Yes, additional drivers can typically be added to your rental agreement. All additional drivers must meet the same requirements as the primary renter and be present during vehicle pickup. Additional driver fees may apply depending on your rental terms.
Late return fees may apply if you return your vehicle after the agreed-upon return time. Grace periods and fee structures vary by location and rental agreement. We recommend contacting your rental location if you anticipate being late to discuss options and potential charges.
Routes Car Rental typically provides roadside assistance for mechanical issues with rental vehicles during your rental period. This may include services like towing, flat tire assistance, and lockout service. Contact information for roadside assistance is usually provided with your rental agreement.
Routes Car Rental is a car rental service providing customers with convenient vehicle options in key locations, including Toronto, Calgary, Orlando, Chicago, Denver, and Atlanta. The company specializes in hassle-free car rentals, catering to both leisure travelers and business professionals seeking reliable transportation solutions. With a focus on flexibility, Routes offers various pick-up options, including airport rentals, allowing customers to easily access their vehicles upon arrival. The company's user-friendly platform facilitates straightforward booking, ensuring that clients can reserve their preferred car quickly and efficiently. Routes Car Rental aims to meet the needs of individuals and families looking for cost-effective and convenient car rental services.
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