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Cheap car hire in New Haven
KAYAK’s top tips for hiring 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 car hire in New Haven at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Intermediate hire cars in New Haven are around 47% cheaper than other car types, on average
New Haven car hire experiences: the best tips from KAYAK users
FAQs about hiring 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 the price of fuel in New Haven?
The average price of fuel in New Haven is €3.23 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between €39 and €52, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular car hire in New Haven?
Intermediate (Toyota Camry or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in New Haven.
How can I find car hires near me in New Haven?
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
How much does an Intermediate car hire cost in New Haven?
An Intermediate car hire in New Haven costs €35 per day, on average.
How much does a Standard car hire cost in New Haven?
A Standard car hire in New Haven costs €58 per day, on average.
How much does a Compact car hire cost in New Haven?
A Compact car hire in New Haven costs €116 per day, on average.
New Haven car rental reviews and directory All ratings and reviews are collected from KAYAK users with a verified car hire booking. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Budget
6.7
Okay
Read 20 reviewsCleanliness
6.9
Comfort
7.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.5
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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2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Jun 2024
Intermediate
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Dec 2023
Full-size
8.0 Very Good
Anonymous, Oct 2023
Economy
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Apr 2021
Cons:
Car speakers didn’t work10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Mar 2021
Cons:
Nothing10.0 Wonderful
Christopher, Mar 2021
Pros:
Everyone was very helpful and polite. The little Ford suv drove perfectly thanks guys😁Cons:
NothingAvis
6.0
Okay
Read 24 reviewsCleanliness
6.5
Comfort
6.8
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.0
Value for money
6.5
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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2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Nov 2024
Intermediate
10.0 Wonderful
Dru, May 2024
Intermediate
4.0 Mediocre
Anonymous, Jan 2024
Economy
4.0 Mediocre
Roger, Dec 2023
Economy
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Oct 2023
Compact
8.0 Very Good
Anonymous, Sept 2023
Economy
National
10.0
Wonderful
Cleanliness
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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Hertz
7.9
Good
Read 10 reviewsCleanliness
7.9
Comfort
7.9
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.1
Value for money
7.2
3 locations in New Haven
Locations in New Haven
1 George Street
+1 203 777 6861
155 Burr Street
+1 203 469 8826
50 Union Avenue
+1 203 777 6861
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10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Mar 2024
Supplier choice
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Dec 2023
Standard SUV
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Dec 2023
Intermediate SUV
8.0 Very Good
Felicia, May 2021
Pros:
Customer service was pleasant2.0 Poor
Bill, Jun 2020
Pros:
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
John, Jan 2020
Pros:
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 lolEnterprise Rent-A-Car
6.8
Okay
Read 5 reviewsCleanliness
6.9
Comfort
7.2
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.1
Value for money
6.9
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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2.0 Poor
David, Sept 2024
Pick-up truck
10.0 Wonderful
Mary, Dec 2023
Full-size
6.0 Okay
Anonymous, Oct 2020
Pros:
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
Thomas, Aug 2020
Pros:
Staff was friendly and helpfulCons:
Car was dirty, gas tank was empty, no one there when car returned during business hours10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Jan 2023
Pick-up truck
Alamo
8.8
Very Good
One location in New Haven
Locations in New Haven
290 State St
+1 888 233 8749
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One location in New Haven
Locations in New Haven
2260 Whitney Avenue
+1 203 466 0439
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One location in New Haven
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2260 Whitney Avenue
+1 203 466 0439
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Locations in New Haven
290 State St, New Haven, , USA Connecticut
+1 914 368 0091
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Good to know
Most popular car type | Intermediate |
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When to book a car hire in New Haven
Car hire insurance in New Haven
Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) & Theft Protection Waiver
Some New Haven car providers already include Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) and Theft Protection Waiver into the hire price but not all of them. We recommend always be aware of your coverage when hiring a car in New Haven.
Deductible
Keep in mind that car hire insurances often have a deductible clause, which is the amount you’ll have to pay if something happens during the time of your hire. If you want to avoid unwanted surprises, you should consider adding a no-deductible option to your New Haven car hire.
Everything you need to know for your car hire in New Haven
Car rental at airports serving New Haven
New Haven car hire information
| Pick-up location | New Haven |
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| Car types | |
| Hire locations | 21 |
| Airport locations | 7 |