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KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in New Haven
- 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 hire 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
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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 is gas price in New Haven?
The average gas price in New Haven is ₱219.04 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between ₱2,628 and ₱3,505, 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 ₱3,033 per day, on average.
New Haven car rental reviews and directory
Hertz
7.7
Good
65 reviewsCleanliness
8.2
Comfort
7.9
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.5
Value for money
7.0
3 locations in New Haven
Locations in New Haven
1 George Street
+1 203 777 6861
155 Burr Street
+1 203 469 8826
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10.0 Wonderful
Mar 2024
2.0 Poor
Dec 2023
2.0 Poor
Dec 2023
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 lolBudget
6.9
Okay
86 reviewsCleanliness
7.1
Comfort
7.1
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.7
Value for money
6.8
3 locations in New Haven
Locations in New Haven
155 Burr Street
+1 203 468 5704
170 Olive Street
+1 203 786 6584
50 Union Avenue
+1 203 782 0082
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10.0 Wonderful
Dec 2023
8.0 Very good
Oct 2023
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.Alamo
6.2
Okay
40 reviewsCleanliness
10.0
Comfort
7.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.0
Value for money
4.0
One location in New Haven
Locations in New Haven
290 State St
+1 888 233 8749
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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.Avis
5.8
Fair
46 reviewsCleanliness
6.2
Comfort
6.7
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.8
Value for money
6.2
3 locations in New Haven
Locations in New Haven
155 Burr Street
+1 203 466 2847
170 Olive Street
+1 203 772 6626
50 Union Avenue
+1 203 624 2161
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4.0 Mediocre
Jan 2024
4.0 Mediocre
Dec 2023
2.0 Poor
Oct 2023
8.0 Very good
Sep 2023
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.National
10.0
Wonderful
9 reviewsCleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
Value for money
10.0
2 locations in New Haven
Locations in New Haven
155 Burr St
+1 833 816 0319
290 State St
+1 888 826 6890
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10.0 Wonderful
Aug 2016
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Convenient, good price for dropping car at different locationEnterprise Rent-A-Car
7.8
Good
21 reviewsCleanliness
8.0
Comfort
8.1
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.2
Value for money
7.8
3 locations in New Haven
Locations in New Haven
155 Burr St
+1 833 816 0917
2 Amity Rd
+1 203 397 4999
408 Crown St
+1 203 789 2252
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10.0 Wonderful
Dec 2023
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:
NothingDollar
7.1
Good
3 reviewsOne location in New Haven
Locations in New Haven
2260 Whitney Avenue
+1 203 466 0439
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Thrifty
7.0
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No reviews available
One location in New Haven
Locations in New Haven
2260 Whitney Avenue
+1 203 466 0439
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Easirent
4.6
Mediocre
No reviews available
One location in New Haven
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AutoEurope
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One location in New Haven
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Sunnycars
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One location in New Haven
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VIPCars Recommendation
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One location in New Haven
Locations in New Haven
290 State St, New Haven, , USA Connecticut
+1 914 368 0091
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