Car Rentals in Summerside, PEI
Whether you're crossing the Confederation Bridge from New Brunswick, arriving by ferry from Nova Scotia, or just need a reliable ride around western PEI — Pleasant Drive Rentals has you covered. Modern Toyota fleet, friendly local service, and honest pricing right in the heart of Summerside.
Address
Newlife Building
201 Water Street
Summerside, PE C1N 1B4
Office Hours
Mon – Fri: 10am – 5pm
Sat – Sun: Closed
Why Rent in Summerside?
Our Summerside location offers some real advantages over picking up your rental somewhere else.
Bridge & Ferry Close
Just 20 minutes from the Confederation Bridge and a short drive from the Wood Islands ferry — pick up your rental within minutes of arriving in PEI from NB or NS.
Gateway to Western PEI
Cavendish, North Cape, Anne of Green Gables sites, Greenwich beaches — all easier to reach from our Summerside location than from Charlottetown.
No Airport Markup
Rentals booked through major airport counters typically cost 15-25% more in fees. Skip the markup — book direct with a local company.
Choose Your Ride
Every vehicle in our fleet is 2025 or 2026 model year — modern, clean, and well-maintained.
What's Near the Summerside Location
Easy access to PEI's most popular destinations and arrival points.
🌉 Confederation Bridge
20 minute drive
Just up the highway. Pick up your rental in Summerside within minutes of crossing the bridge from New Brunswick.
⛴ Wood Islands Ferry
90 minute drive
Coming from Nova Scotia by ferry? Drive straight from Wood Islands to our Summerside location — direct route through Charlottetown.
🏖 Cavendish Beach
35 minute drive
Anne of Green Gables, beaches, the Boardwalk — Cavendish is closer from Summerside than from Charlottetown.
🌳 North Cape
70 minute drive
Lighthouses, wind farms, and the rugged northwest tip of PEI — our most popular day trip from Summerside.
🏛 Downtown Charlottetown
50 minute drive
Festivals, restaurants, Province House — easy access to PEI's capital city for shopping and events.
✈ Charlottetown Airport (YYG)
55 minute drive
Need to fly out at the end of your trip? Return the car in Summerside, or arrange airport pickup at our Charlottetown location.
How Pickup Works
Three simple steps from booking to driving away.
Reserve Online
Book your dates and vehicle through our online reservation system in under 2 minutes.
Visit Our Office
Come to 201 Water Street in the Newlife Building. Bring your driver's licence and credit card.
Hit the Road
Quick vehicle inspection, sign the agreement, get the keys — and you're off to explore PEI.
Summerside Location FAQs
We're located in the Newlife Building at 201 Water Street, Summerside, PE C1N 1B4. It's right on the waterfront in central Summerside, easily accessible from the main highway.
Yes — one-way rentals between our Summerside and Charlottetown locations can be arranged. Please call us in advance to coordinate, as a small relocation fee may apply.
About 20 minutes via Route 1A. It's a straightforward, scenic drive — most visitors find it easier to pick up here than to first travel to Charlottetown.
Yes — there's free parking available at the Newlife Building for customers picking up or dropping off rentals.
Please call ahead to discuss. We may be able to accommodate short-term parking depending on availability.
Book Your Summerside Pickup Now
Reserve your modern Toyota in under 2 minutes. Pick up in Summerside, explore Prince Edward Island your way.