Buffalo car hire

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Buffalo car hire information

Pick-up locationBuffalo
Car types
Hire locations21
Airport locations10

Cheap car hire in Buffalo

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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Buffalo

  • There is a lot to love about Buffalo in upstate New York and renting a car will give you the ability to see and do the most during your trip. If you are planning on making the short 25-mile drive north to Niagara Falls, a car will not only help you arrive quicker than public transport, but will also give you the opportunity to arrive early in the morning to avoid crowds of tourists. If you plan on watching a Buffalo Bills game, having access to a car will make the event far more enjoyable, as New Era Field is located on the outskirts of town and most easily accessed by the NY-5 Highway.
  • Buffalo Niagara International Airport is host to a number of major car hire companies with plenty of options to help make your decision easy. Browse the thorough list to find the company that best suits your needs using KAYAK, then simply proceed from the baggage claim across the road to the car hire counters to pick up the keys. If you are planning on heading straight to Niagara Falls, consider stopping by the wineries to enjoy the small village charm that Niagara-on-the-Lake has to offer.
  • The fresh climate and dense parklands around Buffalo make it a popular city for cycling and other leisure activities. Be mindful of bike lanes and cyclists you share the road with; it is always best to provide more room than you think is necessary to create a safer environment.
  • If you are not used to driving in the snow and are planning a trip to Buffalo, it is smart to familiarize yourself with some winter driving tips sooner rather than later. Heavy snowfall is common in Buffalo during the winter months and it is important that you regularly check the latest weather forecast using radio or online resources. Snow on the roads will mean that your tires have less traction, making it more important than ever to brake early and reduce speed. It is also not advisable to use cruise control in any vehicle while there is snow on the roads.
  • 25% of our users found a car hire in Buffalo for R1 830 or less
  • Book your car hire in Buffalo at least 5 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Standard car hire in Buffalo are around 59% cheaper than other car types, on average

Buffalo car hire experiences: the best tips from KAYAK users

Insights shared by verified travellers who hired a car in Buffalo 
Verified travelerOct 2023
Rent car ahead of time. If you want easy pickup and drop. Make sure company is on airport site. There’s secondary across from airport that do not offer shuttle service into airport. You would have to walk across street.
MirellaSep 2023
There are 2 places in Buffalo one inside airport and other outside the airport. That was confusing for me. Maybe better signing
Verified travelerOct 2023
Make sure they activate the toll tag when if you purchase unlimited tolls
Verified travelerOct 2023
Do it at the airport
Verified travelerJun 2023
As of 6/27/23, there were zero one-way rental cars available within 100 miles of Buffalo. We had to bite the bullet and take Amtrak, which turned out to be nicer and less expensive than we expected. My advice is reserve as early as humanly possible or find another way home.
JimenaJun 2023
Go to Alamo directly. Best prices bed customer service. Avoid Hertzat at all costs. They don't accept Apple credit cards, and the counter young lady was impolite and unhelpful. Go to Alamo and have a fast transaction that will put you on a brand-clean vehicle in less than seven minutes.
Verified travelerAug 2023
Try to find street parking, less expensive. The parking at Niagra Falls is free after 7pm on Sundays.
Verified travelerJun 2023
It was good. No problems. Going back and forth into Niagara Falls and Ontario was easy
JeremyJun 2023
Pick-up went smoothly in buffalo
HanniaJul 2023
Everyone and everything excellent. Thank you.
JamesJun 2023
Driving in Buffalo is rough. Traffic lanes are not clear on streets, and sometimes the same is true on the highways. Traffic itself was great, even during the traditional “rush hour” after work.
Verified travelerJul 2023
Make sure to check Google Street view to ensure the neighborhood is safe.
Verified travelerJun 2023
Clean car. Clean car. Clean car. Cater towards the clients. Basics.
Verified travelerMay 2023
Easy city to drive in. The west side is all one ways. Downtown “may” be the only issue you might have. Streets are safe.
Verified travelerMay 2023
The rentals are directly outside the terminal which is convenient for both arrival and departure.

FAQs about hiring a car in Buffalo

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Buffalo?

    If you are traveling in the warmer months, choose the car that best suits your passenger and driving needs; however, if it is predicted to snow during your trip it is best to rent a four-wheel drive. A compact SUV such as the Toyota RAV4 will give you increased handling and control.

  • What’s the speed limit in Buffalo?

    Unless otherwise indicated, the speed limit for roads throughout the city of Buffalo is 30 mph. There are also narrower streets and laneways which have specified speeds as low as 15 mph or 20 mph. Highways near urban areas will have a speed limit of 55 mph, while those in rural areas increase to 65 mph.

  • Where are the best places to park in Buffalo?

    You can expect to pay approximately $1 per hour for on-street parking in the downtown district of Buffalo; however, in the evenings after 5 pm and all-day during the weekends, it is free. The illustrious Albright-Knox Art Gallery has all-day parking available for $5, or it is entirely free if you come on the first Friday of the month.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Buffalo?

    On average a car hire in Buffalo costs R2 193 per day.

  • What is the best car hire company in Buffalo?

    Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car hire companies in Buffalo are Budget (6,6, 111 reviews), and Hertz (6,0, 112 reviews).

  • How much is the price of fuel in Buffalo?

    The average price of fuel in Buffalo is R66,27 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between R795 and R1 060, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular car hire in Buffalo?

    Standard (Toyota RAV4 or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Buffalo.

  • Which car hire agencies are at Buffalo airport (BUF)?

    Car hire companies onsite at Buffalo airport include Avis, Budget and Dollar.

  • Which car hire companies will pick you up at Buffalo airport (BUF)?

    Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Buffalo airport to off-airport locations include Avis and Budget.

  • How can I find car hires near me in Buffalo?

    Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.

  • How much does a Standard car hire cost in Buffalo?

    A Standard car hire in Buffalo costs R886 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Full Size car hire cost in Buffalo?

    A Full Size car hire in Buffalo costs R872 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Mini car hire cost in Buffalo?

    A Mini car hire in Buffalo costs R4 870 per day, on average.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car for a week in Buffalo?

    On average a car hire in Buffalo costs R15 353 per week (R2 193 per day).

  • How much does it cost to hire a car long term for a month in Buffalo?

    On average a car hire in Buffalo costs R65 800 per month (R2 193 per day).

Buffalo car rental reviews and directory

Alamo

8,4

Very Good

111 reviews

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.7

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.6

Value for money

8.2

One location in Buffalo

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Locations in Buffalo

4200 Genesee St-buffalo Airprt

+1 833 813 5268

Monday06:00 - 23:59
Tuesday06:00 - 23:59
Wednesday06:00 - 23:59
Thursday06:00 - 23:59
Friday06:00 - 23:59
Saturday06:00 - 23:59
Sunday06:00 - 23:59
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7,6 Good

Sep 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

Upfront about all charges (all taxes & 11% recovery fee)

9,6 Wonderful

Aug 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Super friendly and fast at both pick-up and drop-off

Cons:

Nothing

6,0 Okay

May 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

The is car is terrible shape

10,0 Wonderful

Feb 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

4wd offering in buffalo in the winter

10,0 Wonderful

Jan 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Being this was my very first experience using Alamo, I was impressed with the ease of reserving, picking up, and returning a rental. Every staff member I encountered was professional, helpful, and courteous. The initial price of the rental was better than I had expected. I look forward to using Alamo again!

Cons:

The initial payent of the rental was low, but he final payment upon return was $20 more because we forgot to fill the tank! Overall our rental experience was excellent! My advice: be sure to gas up before returning the vehicle!

9,2 Wonderful

Jan 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

Only suggestion / request would be to have the windows cleaned before rental. They were covered with the road salt solution which created a lot of glare from headlights at night. Not being used to the vehicle or the location, it was bit of a driving hazard.

1 out of 21

Budget

Best rated
Cheapest deal

Cleanliness

6.8

Comfort

7.2

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.8

Value for money

6.5

Locations in Buffalo

1477 Main Street

+1 716 882 7045

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00
Saturday08:00 - 18:00
Sunday08:00 - 18:00
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4200 Genesee Street

+1 716 632 6400

Monday06:30 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
Tuesday00:00 - 01:0006:30 - 23:59
Wednesday00:00 - 01:0006:30 - 23:59
Thursday00:00 - 01:0006:30 - 23:59
Friday06:30 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
Saturday00:00 - 01:0006:30 - 23:59
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2,0 Poor

Nov 2023

KAYAK
I feel scammed /cheated. The price that I have booked during online is totally different when I pay in on the spot. The charges is way higher than expected and it is almost double as what I have booked online. There are additional different types of tax in the payment and the taxes prices is totally different when I book online. The customer service doesn’t allow me to negotiate and he said it is a must to pay. I have no choice because I need the car in hurry. I’m asking for refund for those additional charges.

6,0 Okay

Oct 2023

KAYAK
Toll tag did not work even though I paid for the daily unlimited tolls. Tree sap all over the front windows. Including drivers view

10,0 Wonderful

Oct 2023

KAYAK
Good job

8,0 Very Good

Oct 2023

KAYAK
Staff was friendly and helpful! Car was dirty. Interior of front windshield was a mess. We had rain that week and windshield wipers were terrible. A previous customers sunglasses were inside of vehicle. I’m not sure the car was cleaned prior to my pickup.

8,0 Very Good

Oct 2023

KAYAK
Not enough staff at check in, but other than that, very good experience.

10,0 Wonderful

Oct 2022

KAYAK
Explain about toll roads

1 out of 46

Hertz

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.7

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.8

Value for money

6.2

7 locations in Buffalo

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290 South Park Ave

+1 716 858 4367

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00
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369 Niagara Street

+1 716 854 0283

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00
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3780 Sheridan Drive

+1 716 836 0764

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00
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4195 Genesee St

+1 716 630 6556

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
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4200 Genesee St

+1 716 632 4774

Monday06:00 - 23:59
Tuesday06:00 - 23:59
Wednesday06:00 - 23:59
Thursday06:00 - 23:59
Friday06:00 - 23:59
Saturday06:00 - 23:59
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538 Pearl St

+1 716 854 0283

Monday08:00 - 18:00
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Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
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538 Pearl Street

+1 716 854 0283

Monday08:00 - 18:00
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Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
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2,0 Poor

Oct 2023

KAYAK
It was terrible.

8,0 Very Good

Oct 2022

KAYAK
Mis-leading location. I had to walk across the busy street to rent a car from Hertz yet there was Hertz at the Buffalo Airport. Strange. I think that gotta be corrected. Tristan

2,0 Poor

Dec 2022

KAYAK
Actually having the drop off location open and not charging me a fee to change locations because the original was closed

6,0 Okay

Dec 2021

KAYAK
The pickup process was simple, but the drop off location had been temporarily closed without any notification. Because of this, I had to return my car to a different location and call for about an hour to be retroactively reimbursed, a really annoying process.

2,0 Poor

Nov 2021

KAYAK
Office was closed when I got there. Plane was 1 hr late and office was already closed by that time (noon on Sat). Should not have been an option for me to rent at this facility given early closure on a Saturday.

6,0 Okay

Oct 2021

KAYAK
It smelled like someone had been smoking in the car. No good.

1 out of 90

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7,3

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

7.5

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.3

Value for money

6.8

3 locations in Buffalo

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1312 Main Street

+1 716 884 6666

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday10:00 - 14:00
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2643 Delaware Ave

+1 716 873 0100

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday00:00 - 01:00
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4200 Genesee St-buffalo Airprt

+1 833 813 5266

Monday06:00 - 23:59
Tuesday06:00 - 23:59
Wednesday06:00 - 23:59
Thursday06:00 - 23:59
Friday06:00 - 23:59
Saturday06:00 - 23:59
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2,0 Poor

Nov 2023

KAYAK
Kayak’s link to Enterprise was a DEAD END - not once but 3 times. Enterprise did not have the cars Kayak indicated they had. It cost me hours to sort out including an extra 4-hour round trip to Buffalo to get the vehicle we needed through other dealers. BAD EXPERIENCE WITH KAYAK - ENTERPRISE

2,0 Poor

Jan 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

The whole experience was unhappy. The least they could have done, was call me to let me know that the car I rented, was not available. I had to find a ride all the way to the car rental agency, only to find that they did not have the car that I booked.

Cons:

The whole experience was unhappy. The least they could have done, was call me to let me know that the car I rented, was not available. I had to find a ride all the way to the car rental agency, only to find that they did not have the car that I booked.

4,0 Mediocre

Sep 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

Everything

8,0 Very Good

Sep 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Great car, excellent customer service, car in good shape

Cons:

Car was filthy inside, food under seats, windows had to be cleaned multiple times to get grease and grime off.

10,0 Wonderful

Jun 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Very friendly staff, nice car, and got a really good rate.

2,0 Poor

Jul 2019

KAYAK

Cons:

We never got the car, the location that you allowed us to reserve the car from was closed at the time we booked the car for. This was tge first time that I used your company, and I will never use your company again.

1 out of 11

Avis

6,5

Most popular

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

6.7

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.7

Value for money

6.6

Locations in Buffalo

1477 Main St

+1 716 632 4663

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00
Saturday08:00 - 18:00
Sunday08:00 - 18:00
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4200 Genesee Street

+1 716 632 1808

Monday06:30 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
Tuesday00:00 - 01:0006:30 - 23:59
Wednesday06:30 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
Thursday00:00 - 01:0006:30 - 23:59
Friday06:30 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
Saturday00:00 - 01:0006:30 - 23:59
Sunday00:00 - 01:0006:30 - 23:59
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2,0 Poor

Oct 2023

KAYAK
The line was too big, two people to manage over 100 people, wait was so long that after 2 hours in the line I cancel My reservation

10,0 Wonderful

Apr 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Yes

8,0 Very Good

Mar 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Good costumers service

Cons:

Nice car

6,0 Okay

Feb 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

the staff at buffalo airport were very helpful.

Cons:

the car i got was smelly, the volume button didn’t work, the windshield wipers were not very effective. the cost for a one way drop off was extreme.

10,0 Wonderful

Aug 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Representative was friendly

5,2 Fair

Oct 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

The staff at Buffalo changed my rate on an upgrade instead of just an additional $10. I was very pleased with the drop off for the manager was able to correct the mistake that was done.

Cons:

The whole process of dropping off at a different location was good but please pay attention to the pickup location. Make sure you are getting what was quoted to you and save the email with your confirmation information. I questioned it before I left, but it wasn’t corrected but thankfully it was on the other end.

1 out of 20

Dollar

5,6

Cleanliness

6.1

Comfort

6.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.7

Value for money

5.5

Locations in Buffalo

4200 Genesee Street

+1 866 434 2226

Monday06:00 - 23:59
Tuesday06:00 - 23:59
Wednesday06:00 - 23:59
Thursday06:00 - 23:59
Friday06:00 - 23:59
Saturday06:00 - 23:59
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2,0 Poor

May 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

I had to cancel my reservation quite some time ago and have not received my refund yet. It should not take this much time and effort to get this accomplished.

6,0 Okay

May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Charged me for gas when they did leave the gas where it was. I will never again use kayak

Cons:

Charge me for gas that wasn’t full I never use dollar thought kAyak

2,0 Poor

May 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

After 2 hour wait I cancelled the reservation. Horrible!

10,0 Wonderful

Apr 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff was great, dropoff was super fast and easy

Cons:

The wait time to pick up the car was much longer than expected

2,0 Poor

Mar 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Nothing. I showed up and they had zero cars available. I booked a month prior

Cons:

Guarantee your bookings

4,0 Mediocre

Oct 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

I was charged with satellite radio fees without concent. The car had a strong chemical odor, which made it undriveable.

1 out of 14

National

8,5

Very Good

5 reviews

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Pick-up/Drop-off

9.4

Value for money

7.6

One location in Buffalo

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Locations in Buffalo

4200 Genesee St-buffalo Airprt

+1 833 813 5271

Monday06:00 - 23:59
Tuesday06:00 - 23:59
Wednesday06:00 - 23:59
Thursday06:00 - 23:59
Friday06:00 - 23:59
Saturday06:00 - 23:59
Sunday06:00 - 23:59
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10,0 Wonderful

Jun 2017

KAYAK

Pros:

Check-in was really quick and so easy! We were out of there in no time. They did an amazing job!

1 out of 1

Easirent

4,7

Mediocre

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One location in Buffalo

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Locations in Buffalo

Greater Buffalo International Airport

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Sunnycars

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One location in Buffalo

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4200 Genesee

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992 travellers who hired a car in Buffalo gave the car agency they used an average rating of 5,1

Car hire locations in or near Buffalo

Good to know

Most popular agency

Avis

Most popular car type

Standard

Average price

R2 193/day

Good deal

R1 830/day

When to book a car hire in Buffalo

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