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Pick-up location | Boston |
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Car types | Compact, Economy, Full-size, Full-size SUV, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Luxury, Minivan, Standard, Standard SUV |
Rental locations | 66 |
Airport locations | 22 |
Popular agencies | Sixt, Turo, Alamo |
As Boston is a city brimming with cars and limited parking spaces, driving a compact car is preferable to bulky vehicles. Boston’s streets are also very narrow in many places, so choosing a smaller car makes navigating the streets easier.
If you are driving through a school area, you must not go over 20mph. In popular areas with narrow streets and bends in the road the driving limit is 30mph, whereas you are allowed to drive at 40mph on the outskirts of the city where there is more space. On regular highways you can speed up to 50mph and 60mph on an interstate highway. All roads are marked with speed limit signs as well. Especially at intersections, there may be traffic cameras, so be sure to adhere to all road regulations.
Finding a parking space in Boston can be like finding a needle in a haystack and be mindful when you do find a park, that there are lots of parking meters around. Boston also has multiple parking garages like the Boston Common Parking Garage where you will pay around $11 per day, or the Post Office Square Garage for about $9 per day. Alternatively, there are also parking lots outside the city to avoid traffic altogether. Riverside Station Parking on Grove Street, has the green line subway which can take you into Boston in under an hour. Rote 128 in Westwood is another parking lot in the outskirts of Boston, where you can take the Franklin Line train into the city.
On average a rental car in Boston costs C$ 83 per day.
Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car rental companies in Boston are Alamo (8.6, 259 reviews), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.3, 273 reviews), and Sixt (7.1, 73 reviews).
The average gas price in Boston is C$ 5.38 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between C$ 64 and C$ 86, depending on the car size.
Full-size (RAM Rebel or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Boston.
Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.
A Full Size car rental in Boston costs C$ 56 per day, on average.
A Compact car rental in Boston costs C$ 56 per day, on average.
An Intermediate car rental in Boston costs C$ 59 per day, on average.
In Boston, cars are most frequently rented at Dollar 3 Columbus Avenue (1 km from city centre ).
On average a rental car in Boston costs C$ 581 per week (C$ 83 per day).
On average a rental car in Boston costs C$ 2,489 per month (C$ 83 per day).
When you have picked up your car rental in Boston, there are several parking spots you may consider. If you are around Charles Street, go to Boston Common Garage, which operates 24h a day. You may also park your rental car at 60 State Street Garage along 60 Sate Street close to Old State House. Therefore, the city has sufficient parking to accommodate Boston car rentals.
Yes, compact car rentals can get you to most destinations in Boston. The city has well-done roads favorable for the vehicle’s low ground clearance. Additionally, the vehicle’s street turns and lane width are more than accommodative. As a result, you’ll enjoy your drive across Boston in your compact rental car without a hassle on the roads, such as getting stuck.
2 locations in Boston
Locations in Boston
15 Transportation Way
+1 833 230 5696
299 Milk St
+1 888 826 6893
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10.0 Wonderful
Feb. 2024
10.0 Wonderful
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10.0 Wonderful
Dec. 2023
8.0 Very good
Nov. 2023
10.0 Wonderful
Nov. 2023
10.0 Wonderful
Oct. 2023
14 locations in Boston
Locations in Boston
102 Belvidere St
+1 617 262 8222
1022 William T Morrissey Blvd.
+1 617 282 3900
15 Transportation Way
+1 833 230 5695
17 Melnea Cass Blvd
+1 617 442 7500
200 Stuart St
+1 617 449 7362
230 Dorchester Ave
+1 617 268 1411
288 Washington St
+1 617 206 2050
292 Western Ave
+1 617 783 2240
299 Milk St
+1 617 723 8077
4009 Washington Street
+1 617 327 6688
425 Summer St
+1 617 268 1411
79 Freeport St
+1 617 282 3900
855 Morton St
+1 617 298 5411
996 Commonwealth Avenue
+1 617 738 6003
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2.0 Poor
Jan. 2024
2.0 Poor
Nov. 2023
10.0 Wonderful
Nov. 2023
8.0 Very good
Nov. 2023
10.0 Wonderful
Oct. 2023
8.0 Very good
Oct. 2023
One location in Boston
Locations in Boston
100 Tomahawk Dr
+1 617 567 2491
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4.0 Mediocre
Mar. 2018
Pros:
Hybrid Ford Fusion was niceCons:
Agents trying to sell add-ons I did not need, car was not very clean, who still uses paper?5.2 Fair
Mar. 2018
Pros:
The check-out person at the garage was very nice.Cons:
We waited in line for almost 30 minutes to get our car, and the rep, who was very nice, moved at a snails pace. By the time we got to our car, we had to wait another 10+ minutes as there was a line of cars getting checked out to leave the garage. In the end, it took 90 minutes in total from the time I got off my plane until I left the garage with my car.4.0 Mediocre
Mar. 2018
Cons:
There was no option to cancel my rental, which I could not use due to a snowstorm that hit Boston the night of my rental. This is extremely disappointing to me.6.8 Okay
Mar. 2018
Pros:
Was economical. Car was fine, pretty typical rental process.Cons:
Employees are trained to try to get you to purchase all the useless extras. The counter pickup experience is very slow, with the process sometimes taking 20-30 minutes for a single customer as they try to convince them that the insurance and extras are worth it. It's not that much different than other rental places, but definitely slower and slightly more obnoxious. Still, I'll always go with the cheapest rental.5.6 Fair
Mar. 2018
Pros:
Good price, nice carCons:
Our flight was changed due to a storm and when I called Advantage, the phone agent said as long as we picked it up within 24 hours of our original reservation, the car would be held for us and no changes needed to be made for the reservation. However, when we arrived, with our young children who had just traveled by plane, the car had NOT been held for us and we'd been marked down as a "no show." When we told the agent at the desk (Alexandra Garcia in Boston) that we'd called ahead, she said we could pay extra for a more expensive car, but she took no responsibility for the problem and was incredibly rude. What a horribly disappointing experience.4.0 Mediocre
Mar. 2018
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bad for business lying manipulative employees will try not come back will post all my experience on social media they will try to sell you anything that is already included and you paid for. like electronic toll box on the front window.its there,installed,but they will lye to you and will try to sell it to you for 35 bucks.THE TOLLS ARE CHEAPER THEN THAT. and so on and on .....Manipulators.7 locations in Boston
Locations in Boston
1 Center Plaza
+1 617 248 0128
100 Clarendon Street
+1 617 236 0185
15 Transportation Way
+1 617 568 6601
183 Cambridge Street
+1 617 497 3608
2 Seaport Lane
+1 617 778 2411
270 Atlantic Avenue
+1 617 227 0784
3 Center Plaza
+1 617 248 0128
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4.0 Mediocre
May 2024
6.0 Okay
Apr. 2024
2.0 Poor
Apr. 2024
10.0 Wonderful
Apr. 2024
2.0 Poor
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4.0 Mediocre
Mar. 2024
4 locations in Boston
Locations in Boston
150 Freeport Street
+1 617 436 3548
30 Park Plaza
+1 617 338 1500
39 Dalton Street
+1 617 338 1506
450 Mcclellan Highway
+1 617 561 3099
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4.0 Mediocre
Apr. 2024
6.0 Okay
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4.0 Mediocre
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2.0 Poor
Jan. 2024
2.0 Poor
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2.0 Poor
Nov. 2023
7 locations in Boston
Locations in Boston
1 Center Plaza
+1 617 534 1420
100 Clarendon Street
+1 617 534 1404
15 Transportation Way
+1 617 568 6600
154 Berkeley Street
+1 617 534 1404
183 Cambridge Street
+1 617 783 1938
2 Seaport Lane
+1 617 778 2409
270 Atlantic Avenue
+1 617 227 0279
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2.0 Poor
Apr. 2024
2.0 Poor
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10.0 Wonderful
Jan. 2024
2.0 Poor
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10.0 Wonderful
Nov. 2023
2.0 Poor
Nov. 2023
One location in Boston
Locations in Boston
15 Transportation Way
+1 617 561 0139
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2.0 Poor
Jan. 2024
8.0 Very good
Oct. 2023
2.0 Poor
Sep. 2023
10.0 Wonderful
May 2021
Pros:
Vehicle, drop-off, friendly staffCons:
Long line for pick-up10.0 Wonderful
May 2021
Pros:
Staff was friendly and drop off was greatCons:
Only 3 agents working pickup for 3 companies. Took a long time to get car2.0 Poor
May 2021
Cons:
The pick up in Boston was horrendous. Waited 30mins for the shuttle which by then was packed even by pre-COVID standards. ZERO safety protocols in place. Then it took another TWO hours in line to get a filthy car with multiple warning lights activated. No thanks.2 locations in Boston
Locations in Boston
100 Tomahawk Drive
+1 877 283 0898
3 Columbus Avenue
+1 617 457 8157
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8.0 Very good
Mar. 2024
2.0 Poor
Nov. 2023
2.0 Poor
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2.0 Poor
Nov. 2023
4.0 Mediocre
Oct. 2023
2.0 Poor
Oct. 2023
3 locations in Boston
Locations in Boston
100 Tomahawk Drive
+1 866 434 2226
110 Huntington Avenue
+1 617 578 0025
3 Columbus Avenue
+1 617 457 8157
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2.0 Poor
May 2024
2.0 Poor
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2.0 Poor
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2.0 Poor
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4.0 Mediocre
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2.0 Poor
Sep. 2023
One location in Boston
Locations in Boston
100 Tomahawk Dr
+1 617 567 2491
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10.0 Wonderful
Feb. 2018
Pros:
ease of transactionCons:
Economy of the car4.0 Mediocre
Jan. 2018
Pros:
Price looked fineCons:
The class of car reserved was not available. I was told to take a minivan which is something I did not need. I was then given another car which was ok except that the brakes were squeaking right through which made the safety questionable. The car i do not think was cleaned fully.9.6 Wonderful
Jan. 2018
Cons:
Understaffed for drop off. Attendant was polite but overworked6.0 Okay
Jan. 2018
Pros:
Very easy pickup and drop off. They put me in a Kia Sedona that was in pretty good condition. It had Apple CarPlay which was a nice perk.Cons:
This car rental company charges almost $10 a gallon! Make sure you fill up before drop off or you'll be stuck with a $100 dollar gas bill!10.0 Wonderful
Dec. 2017
Pros:
Really great employees. Never thought I'd say that about a car rental company, especially one that charges way lower than the rest!7.2 Good
Dec. 2017
Pros:
The car was fine. The gentleman at the pick up desk was nice.Cons:
There was only one person at the pick-up desk; it took thirty minutes to get finished with my paperwork and there had only been two people ahead of me. The car had not been refueled when I finally got to it.3 locations in Boston
Locations in Boston
15 Transportation Way
+1 833 230 5697
200 Stuart St
+1 617 262 8222
299 Milk St
+1 888 826 6890
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8.0 Very good
May 2021
Pros:
Excellent staff at pick up and drop off.Cons:
Car smelled like cigarette smoke and wasn't very clean. Line to pick up car at the airport was VERY long, took over an hour to get the car.8.0 Very good
May 2021
Pros:
Easy pick up and drop off for the most part at the airport except the National employees weren’t at the counter when flights got in making a great many people standing in line for both National and Alamo so the Alamo people could help us.Cons:
Car smelled like something had been either in the car and got moldy or a wet animal had been inside causing the first day to be almost Unbearable to drive in.10.0 Wonderful
Dec. 2020
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No one at counter at BOS upon arrival at 10:30pm. No sign saying to go up to where cars are. Finally found my way there. After saying they didn’t have the 8 seat suburban available that I had reserved, they eventually found one. Everything was great after that.2.0 Poor
Aug. 2020
Pros:
The staff incorrectly filled out my paperwork and then over charged me for my rental. I have yet to hear back from them to correct it.Cons:
The staff incorrectly filled out my paperwork and then over charged me for my rental. I have yet to hear back from them to correct it.6.4 Okay
Aug. 2020
Pros:
They had issues with their credit card reader/computer and I had to wait for them to call my credit card company to verify it. This was at 1100pm after a long day of travel.... so it was a little annoying.Cons:
The car was pretty beat up on the exterior and interior. Good news was they didn’t charge me for the condition of the car. I would have spent most of the rest of night circling things on the form otherwise.8.4 Very good
Dec. 2019
Pros:
Easy to pick up and drop off and the shuttle was also expedient to and from the airport. Car was new with 300 miles.Cons:
The cost was higher than quoted after all the incidental tax was added. Probably a state issue but should have been an up front cost quote.3 locations in Boston
Locations in Boston
100 Tomahawk Dr
+1 888 749 8227
425 Summer Street
+1 888 749 8227
470 Atlantic Ave 4th Floor
+1 888 749 8227
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2.0 Poor
May 2024
2.0 Poor
Apr. 2024
2.0 Poor
Feb. 2024
10.0 Wonderful
Jan. 2024
6.0 Okay
Nov. 2023
6.0 Okay
Nov. 2023
3 locations in Boston
from C$ 63/dayLocations in Boston
503 Congress St, Boston
+1 415 340 4850
700 Atlantic Ave
+1 415 340 4850
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One location in Boston
Locations in Boston
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One location in Boston
Locations in Boston
Boston Airport Logan International BOS
+1 617 567 2491
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One location in Boston
Locations in Boston
100 Tomahawk Dr., Boston Logan
+1 617 567 2491
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4 locations in Boston
Locations in Boston
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2 locations in Boston
Locations in Boston
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One location in Boston
Locations in Boston
100 Tomahawk Drive
+1 617 567 2491
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One location in Boston
Locations in Boston
Please Go To The Advantage Counter
+1 617 567 2491
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8.4 Very good
Apr. 2018
Pros:
very good4.4 Mediocre
Sep. 2017
Cons:
Left iPad in glove compartment. When I returned to the car rental area the iPad hadn't been handed in to the manager or lost property after the car was cleaned which was disappointing. I couldn't check car myself as it had been rented out even though I had returned within 3 hours of having left the car back10.0 Wonderful
Apr. 2017
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Smooth drop off.. upgraded car at airport to minivan .. delighted with the priceCons:
Car pick up was sluggish but overall I was happyOne location in Boston
Locations in Boston
Boston airport
+1 844 742 5870
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Locations in Boston
25 Harvard Avenue
+1 617 254 1900
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One location in Boston
Locations in Boston
1 Harborside Dr, Boston, MA
+1 781 832 0193
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One location in Boston
Locations in Boston
15 Transportation Way, East Boston, , USA Massachusetts
+1 914 368 0091
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