Boston

Cheap Car Rentals in Boston from $13

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Priceline user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car rental in Boston with a pick-up date of 5/11 and drop-off date of 5/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Car rentals in Boston in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Boston. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on April 27, 2024.

Most Popular Agency

HERTZ

Current Gas Price (Gallon)

$3.90

Average Rental Cost (per day)

$65

Best Rental Deal (per day)

$13

When is the best time to find cheap rental cars in Boston?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Boston and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on April 27, 2024.

January

$40

February

$45

March

$51

April

$57

May

$62

June

$71

July

$79

August

$73

September

$63

October

$72

November

$55

December

$57

January is the cheapest time of year for Boston car rental. July typically sees higher prices and fewer deals. This table shows average rental prices in Boston but individual deals vary based on your dates, availability and type of vehicle.

Price trends for different rental car types in Boston

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Boston to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on April 27, 2024.

Small cars

$40 - $76

All Car Types

$50 - $91

Booking a small car rental in Boston, the United States, is about $59/day on average. The cheapest month to rent a small car in Boston, the United States is January, which would cost around $40 a day. On the other hand, avoid renting in July, the most expensive month for small car rentals as prices can start from $76 a day. Historically, the month of January is roughly 34% lower to book small car rentals in Boston. If you’re considering this car type, here’s a useful insight: small car rentals can be up to 17% cheaper than other car types throughout the year. Note: Prices may fluctuate depending on popularity, availability, and even how early the booking is made. Check out the best small car rental deals in Boston found on Priceline in the past week down below:

Booking a medium car rental in Boston, the United States, is about $63/day on average. The cheapest month to rent a medium car in Boston, the United States is January, which would cost around $46 a day. On the other hand, avoid renting in October, the most expensive month for medium car rentals as prices can start from $77 a day. Historically, the month of January is roughly 29% lower to book medium car rentals in Boston. If you’re considering this car type, here’s a useful insight: medium car rentals can be up to 12% cheaper than other car types throughout the year. Note: Prices may fluctuate depending on popularity, availability, and even how early the booking is made. Check out the best medium car rental deals in Boston found on Priceline in the past week down below:

Booking a large car rental in Boston, the United States, is about $77/day on average. The cheapest month to rent a large car in Boston, the United States is January, which would cost around $58 a day. On the other hand, avoid renting in September, the most expensive month for large car rentals as prices can start from $93 a day. Historically, the month of January is roughly 26% lower to book large car rentals in Boston. If you’re considering this car type, here’s a useful insight: large car rentals can be up to 8% more expensive than other car types throughout the year. Note: Prices may fluctuate depending on popularity, availability, and even how early the booking is made. Check out the best large car rental deals in Boston found on Priceline in the past week down below:

Booking a SUV rental in Boston, the United States, is about $75/day on average. The cheapest month to rent a SUV in Boston, the United States is January, which would cost around $56 a day. On the other hand, avoid renting in September, the most expensive month for SUV rentals as prices can start from $89 a day. Historically, the month of January is roughly 27% lower to book SUV rentals in Boston. If you’re considering this car type, here’s a useful insight: SUV rentals can be up to 6% more expensive than other car types throughout the year. Note: Prices may fluctuate depending on popularity, availability, and even how early the booking is made. Check out the best SUV rental deals in Boston found on Priceline in the past week down below:

Booking a van rental in Boston, the United States, is about $124/day on average. The cheapest month to rent a van in Boston, the United States is January, which would cost around $74 a day. On the other hand, avoid renting in October, the most expensive month for van rentals as prices can start from $232 a day. Historically, the month of January is roughly 41% lower to book van rentals in Boston. If you’re considering this car type, here’s a useful insight: van rentals can be up to 43% more expensive than other car types throughout the year. Note: Prices may fluctuate depending on popularity, availability, and even how early the booking is made. Check out the best van rental deals in Boston found on Priceline in the past week down below:

Booking a luxury car rental in Boston, the United States, is about $80/day on average. The cheapest month to rent a luxury car in Boston, the United States is March, which would cost around $53 a day. On the other hand, avoid renting in October, the most expensive month for luxury car rentals as prices can start from $126 a day. Historically, the month of March is roughly 34% lower to book luxury car rentals in Boston. If you’re considering this car type, here’s a useful insight: luxury car rentals can be up to 10% more expensive than other car types throughout the year. Note: Prices may fluctuate depending on popularity, availability, and even how early the booking is made. Check out the best luxury car rental deals in Boston found on Priceline in the past week down below:

Booking a convertible rental in Boston, the United States, is about $135/day on average. The cheapest month to rent a convertible in Boston, the United States is October, which would cost around $67 a day. On the other hand, avoid renting in September, the most expensive month for convertible rentals as prices can start from $219 a day. Historically, the month of October is roughly 51% lower to book convertible rentals in Boston. If you’re considering this car type, here’s a useful insight: convertible rentals can be up to 48% more expensive than other car types throughout the year. Note: Prices may fluctuate depending on popularity, availability, and even how early the booking is made.

Hyundai Kona$26/day
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Chevrolet Spark$28/day
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Chevrolet Spark
Nissan Versa$28/day
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Boston car rental agencies

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Boston known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Boston. Reviews were last updated on April 27, 2024.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the Boston area such as Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Advantage. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a rental car agency.

Alamo

8.6
Very good
356 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.2

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.1
Very good
383 reviews14 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.7

Advantage

7.5
Good
131 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

7.7

Hertz

6.8
Okay
205 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.7

Budget

6.7
Okay
487 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.8

Avis

6.6
Okay
203 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.5

Thrifty

6.0
Okay
308 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.7

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

5.9

Dollar

5.7
Fair
388 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.4

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

5.6

Value

5.7

Our best Boston rental car prices

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Boston. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Boston with an average daily rate of $26. Data was last updated on April 27, 2024.
The best offers we've found on car rentals in the Boston area. Make sure to check back soon if you're not finding what you're looking for, as deals are updated frequently.
Suzuki Grand Vitara$13/day
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Suzuki Grand Vitara
Jeep Patriot$13/day
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Jeep Patriot
Toyota Corolla$14/day
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Toyota Corolla

FAQs about renting a car in Boston

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Boston, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on April 27, 2024.
  • What is the cheapest rental car deal in Boston?

    The best price found on Priceline for a rental car in Boston in the past 14 days was $24 per day. The deal was from Getaround and was booked by the user on Apr. 21. The average price is closer to $65 per day for Boston cars.

  • Which rental car agency in Boston has the best deals?

    Recent searches show the best rental car deals in Boston being with Getaround (from $13/day), with Enterprise Rent-A-Car (from $28/day), or with Thrifty (from $28/day).

  • What’s the best rated rental car agency in Boston?

    These are the rental agencies in Boston that are rated the highest by our users:National - 9.0/10Alamo - 8.6/10Enterprise Rent-A-Car - 8.3/10

  • What is the price of gas in Boston?

    The current price of gas in Boston is $3.90/gallon, on average. Filling an empty tank would cost around $46 (based on a 12 gallons).

  • What’s the average cost of a week-long rental in Boston from Hertz?

    Hertz offers an average price of around $449 for a 7-day Boston car rental.

  • How soon should I book a rental car in Boston before pick up?

    You can often book last-minute at Priceline and other rental companies in Boston, but the cost will be around 32% less if you can book at least 7 days before you need to pick-up your rental car.

  • Can I get a long-term car rental in Boston?

    Yes. Priceline can provide long-term car rentals in Boston.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Boston for a month?

    Priceline car rental search data says prices start at $1,925 for a long-term car rental in Boston (30 days or more). Prices for short-term car rentals start at $64 (daily). Priceline search data also shows that Boston long-term car rental prices have been 77% cheaper with Getaround.

  • What is the average price of a weekend car rental in Boston?

    Generally the average weekend price for a rental car is about $78 in Boston. For a great price consider renting an Intermediate SUV for your upcoming travel. In May you can expect to find car rentals for as low as $68 per day.

  • What is the most popular car in Boston?

    Economy (Hyundai Kona) is the option picked by most users in Boston.

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Compact cars to rent in Boston

Find small car rental deals in Boston from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car rentals in Boston cost an average of $39 per day. Price data was last updated on April 27, 2024.
Hyundai i10$35/day
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Hyundai i10
Hyundai i10$37/day
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Hyundai i10
Hyundai i10$37/day
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Hyundai i10

Luxury cars to rent in Boston

Find luxury car rental deals in Boston from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. luxury car rentals in Boston cost an average of $34 per day. Price data was last updated on April 27, 2024.
Ride in luxury during your trip to Boston by selecting one these great deals we've found. Verify the details of your rental before completing your reservation to ensure no unwanted surprises.
Chrysler 300$14/day
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Chrysler 300
Audi A4$15/day
5
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Audi A4
Audi A4$24/day
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Audi A4

Car rentals by fuel type in Boston

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Boston. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Boston. Deals were last updated on April 27, 2024.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Boston. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest ($30+).

Electric

Electric

Gas/Diesel

Gas/Diesel

Hybrid

Hybrid