New Haven car rental information
| Pick-up location | New Haven |
|---|---|
| Car types | Compact, Economy, Full-size, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Luxury, Premium, Standard, Standard SUV |
| Rental locations | 18 |
| Airport locations | 6 |
| Popular agencies | Budget, Avis, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Hertz |
Cheap car rentals in New Haven
| Economy | C$ 73/day |
| Compact | C$ 73/day |
| Intermediate | C$ 74/day |
| Standard | C$ 117/day |
| Full-size | C$ 75/day |
| Premium | C$ 91/day |
| Luxury | C$ 149/day |
| Intermediate SUV | C$ 84/day |
| Standard SUV | C$ 87/day |
Top tips for renting a car in New Haven
- With the help of cheap New Haven car rentals, you can explore the attractions outside New Haven with ease. Check out New Hampshire which is about 141 miles northeast of New Haven and get to see scenic attractions like Lost River Gorge & Boulder Caves and Kancamagus Highway and White Mountain National Forests. 151 miles southwest of New Haven drive by the Philadelphia Museum of Art which is known to be flocked by tourists and get to experience a range of art history at its finest. Salem being around 141 miles away is another great destination famed for its colonial architecture and prominent museums, and you can stop by the Colonial Witch Trials that made Salem renowned.
- Travelers disembarking at State Street train station in New Haven should consider renting cheap New Haven car rentals for assured comfort plus flexibility. The car rental agencies are strategically located next to State Street train station you can easily spot them. Zipcar car rental at State Street and Hertz Car Rental at George Street will have you out and about your business, once you rent one of course depending on your preference.
- Drivers of cheap New Haven car rentals need to beware that they and the passenger riding shotgun are required to wear a safety belt. As for the backseat riders, as long as they are above the age of 4, they too must buckle up. Passengers under the age of 13 need to be strapped in the back seats of automobiles. Children below the age of 4 must use an approved child restraint car seat for safety reasons.
- It is highly recommended that visitors of New Haven rent a car, as the city is much more easily navigated in your vehicle than via public transportation. This is partly because public transportation is fairly limited, plus because the city was designed primarily with private vehicles in mind. For example, say you want to visit West Rock Ridge State Park. It is just a 12-minute drive of 3.4 miles from central New Haven, but with public transport it can take up to 30 minutes to get there.
- Travelers arriving at Tweed New Haven Airport can find the rental car desks in Tweed Terminal’s Arrivals Lobby.
- Beware using your phone while driving in New Haven, as it is illegal throughout the state of Connecticut to call, text, or use cell phones when driving unless it is hands-free. This also includes using your phone as a GPS device. It is advised that drivers make sure to have their passengers handle the phone duties when driving, otherwise you risk incurring a fine.
- Drivers will be happy to hear that, while New Haven does experience its share of rush hour traffic, it is by no means severe. Drivers can expect the morning rush hour to start up at around 7:00 a.m. and to last until 9:00 a.m., while the afternoon rush hour starts at around 4:00 p.m. and finishes up by about 6:30 p.m. most weekdays. During the peak times, College Street and Howard Avenue are two of the main roads that drivers avoid to escape the worst traffic.
- Book your rental car in New Haven at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Economy rental cars in New Haven are around 4% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about renting a car in New Haven
What type of car is recommended for driving in New Haven?
New Haven is an older city that goes back to the early Colonial days in the U.S. and, as a result, many of its streets are on the smaller side. For the most part, mid-sized and smaller vehicles are your best bet for driving in comfort in New Haven because there are times when larger SUVs and trucks may feel oversized on the road. This is especially the case when it comes to finding on-street parking.
What’s the speed limit in New Haven?
Residential and neighborhood roads in New Haven feature speed limits of 20 to 40 mph, while urban roads go up to 50 mph. Outside of New Haven proper, the roads have speed limits of anywhere from 45 to 55 mph. Interstates have speed limits that go up to 65 mph.
Where are the best places to park in New Haven?
If you are in the downtown area, parking garages and lots are likely the safest bet. On-street parking can be difficult to find downtown, especially during the peak hours of the day. Outside of the downtown core and university district, streetside parking is plentifully available and drivers should have an easier time finding available spaces. Hourly parking garages in New Haven typically start at $2.00 per hour.
How much does it cost to rent a car in New Haven?
On average a rental car in New Haven costs C$ 86 per day.
What is the cheapest car rental company in New Haven?
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Budget (C$ 73/day), Avis (C$ 73/day) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (C$ 91/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest rental car price was found at Avis 50 Union Avenue 06519 (1 kilometers from city center).
How much is gas price in New Haven?
The average gas price in New Haven is C$ 5.61 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between C$ 67 and C$ 90, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular rental car in New Haven?
Economy (Kia Rio or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in New Haven.
How can I find car rentals near me in New Haven?
Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.
How much does an Economy car rental cost in New Haven?
An Economy car rental in New Haven costs C$ 112 per day, on average.
How much does an Intermediate car rental cost in New Haven?
An Intermediate car rental in New Haven costs C$ 131 per day, on average.
How much does a Compact car rental cost in New Haven?
A Compact car rental in New Haven costs C$ 131 per day, on average.
What is the most popular rental car location in New Haven?
In New Haven, cars are most frequently rented at Avis 50 Union Avenue (1 km from city centre ).
Which car rental companies in New Haven have updated their vehicle cleaning and safety policies because of Coronavirus (COVID-19)?
One car rental company which has updated their car rental health and safety policies due to COVID-19 to make sure vehicles are clean and disinfected is Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Can I rent cheap New Haven car rentals from New Haven Union Station?
Yes, you can. There’s a wide range of decent New Haven car rentals located next to New Haven Union Station which are at your service. New Haven Union Station is a highly rated train station, and the car rental agencies are in very close proximity to ensure convenience for the guests. You can book Avis Car Rental at Train Station 50 Union Ave or Avis Car Rental located at State Street, New Haven.
Is free cancellation available when renting a car in New Haven?
Yes, free cancellation is possible in New Haven as long as you cancel 48hours before your scheduled departure time. Some of the popular car rental companies that offer this free cancellation are Hertz Car Rental- New Haven and Budget Car Rental.
New Haven car rental reviews and directory
Hertz
7.9
Good
61 reviewsCleanliness
8.3
Comfort
8.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.6
Value for money
7.3
One location in New Haven
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8.0 Very good
May 2021
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Customer service was pleasant2.0 Poor
Jun. 2020
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Nothing Car was dirty took me 45 min to clean it during COVID esp unacceptable previous contract was in glove compartment that says alot drop off was closed for 3 mos had to go to airport as a last resortCons:
Everything car should be clean. We are in the middle of a pandemic. they gave us a drop off that has been closed fo 3 mos again unacceptable. nobody answers your phones this was a horrible experience10.0 Wonderful
Jan. 2020
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The staff was very helpful. Car was clean and ready.Cons:
The location is a little small so it's tough to pull in and out of the location but that's just nit picking because I have nothing else bad to say lol4.8 Mediocre
Jul. 2019
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Staff was polite.Cons:
Staff was slow, distracted and ended up giving us the contract paperwork for a different car than the one we were given, this caused us problems we had to exchange the car on 4th of July because of a flat tire. We had to just rent another car. Spent almost an hour and 15 minutes picking up the car6.8 Okay
Jun. 2019
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Car was excellent, clean, drove very wellCons:
At the time of pickup the attendant took every opportunity to upcharge me on extra features as if they were standard or required. Was confusing and dishonest, had me sign off before even seeing an itemized list. Did not even realize she enrolled me for expensive add-ons until it was done9.2 Wonderful
May 2019
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It was convenient that Hertz picked us up from our home for the rental pick-up.Cons:
The drop-off time was quite long (20+ minutes), which seemed excessive. We also didn't get dropped off the same way we were picked up before our rental.Alamo
7.4
Good
40 reviewsCleanliness
10.0
Comfort
8.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.6
Value for money
6.0
One location in New Haven
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4.0 Mediocre
Apr. 2019
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The only positive thing about my experience with Alamo was that the car was clean.Cons:
They didn’t give me the size of vehicle promised even though I paid extra and then when I returned the car they attempted to charge me $60 more than my quote and I had to argue with them in order to be charged the quote given. I will never use Alamo again.10.0 Wonderful
Feb. 2018
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N/A9.2 Wonderful
Dec. 2017
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The car had a fishy odor8.8 Very good
Nov. 2017
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It was a very smooth experience, no 5ime wasted at either pickup or drop-offCons:
E10.0 Wonderful
Oct. 2017
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Pick up and delivery went off without any glitches. Car was as expected.10.0 Wonderful
Sep. 2017
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practically seamless rental process, courteous and pleasant staff. informative and proffesional.Budget
6.8
Okay
82 reviewsCleanliness
7.1
Comfort
7.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.7
Value for money
6.8
3 locations in New Haven
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10.0 Wonderful
Apr. 2021
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Car speakers didn’t work10.0 Wonderful
Mar. 2021
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Nothing10.0 Wonderful
Mar. 2021
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Everyone was very helpful and polite. The little Ford suv drove perfectly thanks guys😁Cons:
Nothing4.0 Mediocre
Jan. 2021
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They could not find my car after dropping it off after hours. The car was not as clean as it could be and the price was way too high.5.6 Fair
Sep. 2020
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Car was a good option, clean and pretty new. No issues with the car.Cons:
Pick up and drop-off were rough. Both took nearly an hour due to short staffing. The one staffer at pickup wasn't wearing a mask even as he cleaned the car, which he only did after we showed up to pick it up. At drop-off, waited 45 minutes just to hand over the agreement slip after exiting the vehicle.10.0 Wonderful
Aug. 2019
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Everything was great, picking up and dropping off were very easy. The car was in excellent condition and cleanliness was great.Cons:
Not sure why I had to pay 22 on kayak and then the whole rental amount at the rental agency. I was under the impression I was paying some “due now” and would pay the rest at pick up. Kayak, please explain?Avis
6.1
Okay
42 reviewsCleanliness
6.5
Comfort
7.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.0
Value for money
6.4
3 locations in New Haven
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2.0 Poor
Sep. 2023
4.0 Mediocre
May 2021
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Pick up took to long. Didn't have my car. Car they gave me was filthy.Cons:
Have the car i reserved. Have more locations for one way travel. Don't rent filthy old cars.8.0 Very good
May 2021
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Very happy that we were upgraded, but the car was not clean inside. Sticky dashboard and steering wheel, crackers and debris in door pockets and cup holders. The car also needed an oil change. My busy had to add 2 1/2 quarts of oil and wiper fluid to car.10.0 Wonderful
Jun. 2020
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Great choice of cars--thank you!5.2 Fair
Oct. 2019
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The New Haven staff member was not helpful. He did not explain to me additional charges that were added to my bill before he charged me and then was not helpful in helping me sort out a better course of action.Cons:
The company could be more transparent about their fee structures online vs in the store. The company could make their workers feel more valued.7.6 Good
Aug. 2019
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Smooth transaction. Friendly helpful staff.Cons:
Car was not clean when we received it. Windshield had dead bugs on it and interior needed a vacuum and wipe down from some drink spills.National
10.0
Wonderful
8 reviewsCleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
Value for money
10.0
2 locations in New Haven
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
7.3
Good
19 reviewsCleanliness
7.4
Comfort
7.4
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.2
Value for money
7.4
3 locations in New Haven
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6.0 Okay
Oct. 2020
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Good experience. Except needed the car for several more days. Non available at the time. Had to go with Budget rental for the additional time needed.3.2 Poor
Aug. 2020
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Staff was friendly and helpfulCons:
Car was dirty, gas tank was empty, no one there when car returned during business hours9.6 Wonderful
Oct. 2019
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Drop of super easy and close by. Staff were friendly and efficientCons:
No one was at the return counter when I returned the car, I don't like doing this because if there is an additional charge it is hard to argue6.8 Okay
Jun. 2019
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Drop off was very fast.Cons:
The car we reserved was not there and they had no others like it. Had to give us a smaller vehicle.2.0 Poor
Mar. 2019
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A Service with a smile in the nicest wayCons:
Nothing10.0 Wonderful
Apr. 2017
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Quick and efficient notingCons:
Nothing.Dollar
7.1
Good
3 reviewsOne location in New Haven
Thrifty
7.3
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One location in New Haven
Easirent
4.7
Mediocre
No reviews available
One location in New Haven
Sunnycars
No score available yet
One location in New Haven
VIPCars Recommendation
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One location in New Haven
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Good to know
Most popular agency | Enterprise Rent-A-Car |
|---|---|
Most popular car type | Economy |
Average price | C$ 86/day |
Good deal | C$ 74/day |