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Cheap Car Hire in Boston from $68

Boston, MA, United States
13 Dec — 20 Dec
Driver's age: 26-65
Boston, MA, United States
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What is the cheapest time to rent a car 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 6 December 2023.

January

$76

February

$86

March

$94

April

$91

May

$102

June

$115

July

$128

August

$118

September

$102

October

$117

November

$89

December

$102

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Boston is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Popular car types in Boston

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Boston and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 6 December 2023.

In Boston, there are 65 active hire locations from 23 car hire companies. SUV is the cheapest car type to hire in Boston in the past week - currently priced from $68/day. View deals for 4 car types available to hire in this destination:

Compare available car types for rental in Boston

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire 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 6 December 2023.

Small cars

$59 - $143

All Car Types

$72 - $154

To hire a small car in Boston, the United States, you would pay an average price of $102/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Boston, the United States (~$59/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~$143/day). In fact, January is about 43% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Boston. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Boston, hiring a small car saves you 9% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Boston small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Boston, the United States, you would pay an average price of $95/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Boston, the United States (~$58/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is October (~$135/day). In fact, November is about 40% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Boston. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Boston, hiring a medium car saves you 15% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Boston medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Boston, the United States, you would pay an average price of $120/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Boston, the United States (~$67/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is November (~$206/day). In fact, April is about 45% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Boston. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Boston, hiring a large car is 8% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Boston large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Boston, the United States, you would pay an average price of $91/day. September is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Boston, the United States (~$72/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~$166/day). In fact, September is about 21% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Boston. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Boston, hiring a SUV saves you 19% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Boston SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Boston, the United States, you would pay an average price of $86/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a van in Boston, the United States (~$109/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~$328/day). In fact, January is about 25% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Boston. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Boston, hiring a van saves you 23% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

Hyundai i20$71/day
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Mitsubishi Mirage$71/day
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Top rental agencies in Boston

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Boston known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Boston. Reviews were last updated on 6 December 2023.
Have a look at the top rental car agencies available in Boston, including Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Advantage. Skim reviews, rental company locations, prices, and more before making your decision.

Alamo

8.7
Very Good
350 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.1
Very Good
376 reviews14 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.7

Advantage

7.3
Good
131 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

7.5

Hertz

6.8
Okay
201 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.5

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.8

Budget

6.7
Okay
477 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
200 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.5

Value

6.6

Thrifty

6.1
Okay
307 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

6.8

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

5.9

Dollar

5.8
Fair
385 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.7

Comfort

6.5

Overall

5.8

Pick-up/drop-off

5.8

Value

5.8

Best Boston car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Boston. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Boston with an average daily rate of $78. Data was last updated on 6 December 2023.
Peruse the best Boston car rental deals we've found. Make sure to check back soon if you're not finding what you're looking for, as deals are updated frequently.

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Boston, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 6 December 2023.

What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Boston?

According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Boston from the following companies over the past two weeks: Sixt ($67/day), Dollar ($70/day), and Thrifty ($71/day).

Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Boston?

Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, National (8.8 rating), Alamo (8.7 rating) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.5 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Boston.

What are petrol prices like in Boston?

The average price of petrol in Boston is $1.55/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $70 and $100 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

How much does it cost to hire a car in Boston for a week from Budget?

Budget offers hire cars in Boston for about $1,807 per week on average.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Boston for the best price?

Generally, for a better deal in Boston it’s recommended to book in a timely manner (to save up to 34%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 7 days prior to your pickup date. Booking as early as you can also increases the likelihood that you’ll get the ideal car.

Can I rent a car for a month in Boston?

Typically, how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Boston however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

How much is a car hire in Boston for a weekend?

The average price for a weekend car hire in Boston is $0. Hiring a Compact is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car hire in Boston. For the month of January, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in Boston for as low as $0/day.

What car do most people hire in Boston?

The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to hire a Compact (Chevrolet Bolt) in Boston, making it the most popular option.

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