Martinsburg South Car Rental

Martinsburg south in Berkeley County, West Virginia, is located right on the border with Virginia and Maryland, just 120 km from Washington D.C. With 1 rental company available, it's a strategic location for those who want to explore the Eastern Panhandle region by car. The location on I-81 makes it easy to reach Shenandoah Valley and Harpers Ferry.

Harpers Ferry National Historical Park, where three states meet, is located 25 km to the southeast and takes 25 minutes to reach. Shenandoah River State Park in Virginia is reached 30 km to the south, and Antietam National Battlefield in Maryland is 35 km to the north. Choose a compact car if you're heading into Washington D.C.-parking there is expensive and limited.

Avoid driving I-81 north on Friday afternoons when traffic toward Maryland is heavy. Harpers Ferry is best visited early in the morning-park at the visitor center and take the shuttle into town. How long does it take to drive from Martinsburg south to Washington D.C.?

It's approximately 120 km via I-270 and normally takes 1.5-2 hours depending on traffic. Is it possible to return the rental car at another location? It depends on the rental company-contact them directly to check one-way options to, for example, D.C. or Baltimore.

Is Martinsburg south close to the train station? The MARC train stops in Martinsburg center, about 5 km north of the southern rental office.

We compare prices from all major providers at Martinsburg South so you can see the total cost upfront - including insurance, fuel terms and any extras. Most bookings include free cancellation up to 48 hours before pickup, giving you flexibility if your plans change.