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Buffalo car rental information
| Pick-up location | Buffalo |
|---|---|
| Car types | Compact, Compact SUV, Economy, Full-size, Full-size SUV, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Minivan, Pick-up truck, Standard, Standard SUV |
| Rental locations | 21 |
| Airport locations | 10 |
| Popular agencies | Alamo, Turo, Dollar, Hertz |
Cheap car rentals in Buffalo
| Economy | C$ 57/day |
| Compact | C$ 57/day |
| Intermediate | C$ 57/day |
| Standard | C$ 62/day |
| Full-size | C$ 51/day |
| Minivan | C$ 75/day |
| Full-size SUV | C$ 60/day |
| Pick-up truck | C$ 78/day |
| Intermediate SUV | C$ 59/day |
| Standard SUV | C$ 66/day |
| Compact SUV | C$ 74/day |
Top tips for renting a car in Buffalo
- One of the best ways to get cheap car rentals in Buffalo is by packing your GPS. If it’s your first time in Buffalo, the GPS comes in handy with directions. It will also help you find back roads to avoid traffic. With your GPS configured, you can visit nearby attractions, such as Buffalo Zoo, Delaware Park, and Shea’s Performing Arts Center. Niagara Falls are also a must-visit and are only a half an hour's drive from Buffalo.
- Cheap car rentals in Buffalo are a convenient way to get around the city. However, it can be pretty hectic on some roads during rush hour. For instance, Transit Road (NY-78), Main Street, and Delaware Avenue tend to get congested during rush hour. So, you might want to avoid them. Parking is not much of a problem in Buffalo, as long as you check the signs which dictate parking rules depending on the day of the week.
- While driving your rental car in Buffalo, be careful not to get on the wrong side of the law. The most common driving law to keep in mind in Buffalo is the alternate side parking rule – parking on the wrong side of the street will get you in trouble. There are also specific rules during winter – you must clear snow on the top of your vehicle. Buffalo is known for its snowfall. Therefore, if your trip falls in the winter, be extra careful to avoid causing an accident. Additionally, it is illegal to drive under the influence in the state of New York. Therefore, if you plan on enjoying a drink or two with your friends, it would be best to leave your rental car behind.
- There is a lot to love about Buffalo in upstate New York and renting a car will give you the ability to see and do the most during your trip. If you are planning on making the short 25-mile drive north to Niagara Falls, a car will not only help you arrive quicker than public transport, but will also give you the opportunity to arrive early in the morning to avoid crowds of tourists. If you plan on watching a Buffalo Bills game, having access to a car will make the event far more enjoyable, as New Era Field is located on the outskirts of town and most easily accessed by the NY-5 Highway.
- Buffalo Niagara International Airport is host to a number of major car rental companies with plenty of options to help make your decision easy. Browse the thorough list to find the company that best suits your needs using KAYAK, then simply proceed from the baggage claim across the road to the car rental counters to pick up the keys. If you are planning on heading straight to Niagara Falls, consider stopping by the wineries to enjoy the small village charm that Niagara-on-the-Lake has to offer.
- The fresh climate and dense parklands around Buffalo make it a popular city for cycling and other leisure activities. Be mindful of bike lanes and cyclists you share the road with; it is always best to provide more room than you think is necessary to create a safer environment.
- If you are not used to driving in the snow and are planning a trip to Buffalo, it is smart to familiarize yourself with some winter driving tips sooner rather than later. Heavy snowfall is common in Buffalo during the winter months and it is important that you regularly check the latest weather forecast using radio or online resources. Snow on the roads will mean that your tires have less traction, making it more important than ever to brake early and reduce speed. It is also not advisable to use cruise control in any vehicle while there is snow on the roads.
- 25% of our users found rental cars in Buffalo for C$ 92 or less
- Book your rental car in Buffalo at least 7 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Off-airport rental car locations in Buffalo are around 9% more expensive than airport locations on average
- Intermediate rental cars in Buffalo are around -22% cheaper than other car types, on average
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Buffalo car rental reviews and directory
Alamo
8.7
Very good
111 reviewsCleanliness
8.7
Comfort
9.1
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.9
Value for money
8.4
One location in Buffalo
from C$ 92/day
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7.6 Good
Sep. 2020
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Upfront about all charges (all taxes & 11% recovery fee)9.6 Wonderful
Aug. 2020
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Super friendly and fast at both pick-up and drop-offCons:
Nothing6.0 Okay
May 2020
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The is car is terrible shape10.0 Wonderful
Feb. 2020
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4wd offering in buffalo in the winter10.0 Wonderful
Jan. 2020
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Being this was my very first experience using Alamo, I was impressed with the ease of reserving, picking up, and returning a rental. Every staff member I encountered was professional, helpful, and courteous. The initial price of the rental was better than I had expected. I look forward to using Alamo again!Cons:
The initial payent of the rental was low, but he final payment upon return was $20 more because we forgot to fill the tank! Overall our rental experience was excellent! My advice: be sure to gas up before returning the vehicle!9.2 Wonderful
Jan. 2020
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Only suggestion / request would be to have the windows cleaned before rental. They were covered with the road salt solution which created a lot of glare from headlights at night. Not being used to the vehicle or the location, it was bit of a driving hazard.Budget
6.8
Okay
211 reviewsBest rated
Cleanliness
7.0
Comfort
7.3
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.8
Value for money
6.7
2 locations in Buffalo
from C$ 135/day
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10.0 Wonderful
Oct. 2022
2.0 Poor
Oct. 2022
4.0 Mediocre
Sep. 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Sep. 2022
2.0 Poor
May 2021
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Rented a pick up truck to do some moving, wasn’t available. They gave me a small suv with fresh cigarette smell, had to go back in and get a third rental at the airport. By then there was a long line.4.0 Mediocre
Apr. 2021
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CleanlinessHertz
6.5
Okay
416 reviewsCleanliness
6.9
Comfort
7.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.3
Value for money
6.5
7 locations in Buffalo
from C$ 76/day
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8.0 Very good
Oct. 2022
2.0 Poor
Dec. 2022
6.0 Okay
Dec. 2021
2.0 Poor
Nov. 2021
6.0 Okay
Oct. 2021
10.0 Wonderful
May 2021
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Staff was very friendly and helpful and the drop off was super easy, the car was comfortable and clean.Cons:
Would have been nice upon renting to have been told about toll road options.Enterprise Rent-A-Car
7.8
Good
64 reviewsCleanliness
7.7
Comfort
8.1
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.7
Value for money
8.0
3 locations in Buffalo
from C$ 310/day
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2.0 Poor
Jan. 2021
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The whole experience was unhappy. The least they could have done, was call me to let me know that the car I rented, was not available. I had to find a ride all the way to the car rental agency, only to find that they did not have the car that I booked.Cons:
The whole experience was unhappy. The least they could have done, was call me to let me know that the car I rented, was not available. I had to find a ride all the way to the car rental agency, only to find that they did not have the car that I booked.4.0 Mediocre
Sep. 2020
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Everything8.0 Very good
Sep. 2020
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Great car, excellent customer service, car in good shapeCons:
Car was filthy inside, food under seats, windows had to be cleaned multiple times to get grease and grime off.10.0 Wonderful
Jun. 2020
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Very friendly staff, nice car, and got a really good rate.2.0 Poor
Jul. 2019
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We never got the car, the location that you allowed us to reserve the car from was closed at the time we booked the car for. This was tge first time that I used your company, and I will never use your company again.10.0 Wonderful
Sep. 2018
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very helpful staff.. all of themCons:
baggage carst closer to rental drop offAvis
6.6
Okay
87 reviewsCleanliness
7.2
Comfort
6.9
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.7
Value for money
6.4
2 locations in Buffalo
from C$ 138/day
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10.0 Wonderful
Apr. 2021
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Yes8.0 Very good
Mar. 2021
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Good costumers serviceCons:
Nice car6.0 Okay
Feb. 2021
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the staff at buffalo airport were very helpful.Cons:
the car i got was smelly, the volume button didn’t work, the windshield wipers were not very effective. the cost for a one way drop off was extreme.10.0 Wonderful
Aug. 2020
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Representative was friendly5.2 Fair
Oct. 2019
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The staff at Buffalo changed my rate on an upgrade instead of just an additional $10. I was very pleased with the drop off for the manager was able to correct the mistake that was done.Cons:
The whole process of dropping off at a different location was good but please pay attention to the pickup location. Make sure you are getting what was quoted to you and save the email with your confirmation information. I questioned it before I left, but it wasn’t corrected but thankfully it was on the other end.6.8 Okay
Dec. 2018
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The car itself was a hybrid, so very economical. It was a nice drive also and had Apple CarPlay.Cons:
The car I was given was switched at the last minute between the desk and the pick-up kiosk. This particular car looked like a family of 4 had a food fight in it, and it reaked of deodorizer and cigarette smoke. The stains were kind of embarrassing, but I didn’t have time to deal with the hassle of calling and swapping it out.Dollar
6.0
Okay
51 reviewsCheapest deal
Most popular
Cleanliness
6.4
Comfort
6.3
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.2
Value for money
5.8
One location in Buffalo
from C$ 67/day
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2.0 Poor
May 2021
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I had to cancel my reservation quite some time ago and have not received my refund yet. It should not take this much time and effort to get this accomplished.6.0 Okay
May 2021
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Charged me for gas when they did leave the gas where it was. I will never again use kayakCons:
Charge me for gas that wasn’t full I never use dollar thought kAyak2.0 Poor
May 2021
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After 2 hour wait I cancelled the reservation. Horrible!10.0 Wonderful
Apr. 2021
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Staff was great, dropoff was super fast and easyCons:
The wait time to pick up the car was much longer than expected2.0 Poor
Mar. 2021
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Nothing. I showed up and they had zero cars available. I booked a month priorCons:
Guarantee your bookings4.0 Mediocre
Oct. 2020
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I was charged with satellite radio fees without concent. The car had a strong chemical odor, which made it undriveable.National
10.0
Wonderful
5 reviewsCleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
Value for money
10.0
One location in Buffalo
Easirent
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One location in Buffalo
Sunnycars
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One location in Buffalo
945 travellers who rented a car in Buffalo gave the car agency they used an average rating of 6.9
Car rental locations in or near Buffalo
Good to know
Most popular agency | Dollar |
|---|---|
Most popular car type | Intermediate |
Average price | C$ 111/day |
Good deal | C$ 92/day |
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