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
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.
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.
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 reviewsCleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.7
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.6
Value for money
8.2
One location in Buffalo
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7,6 Good
Sep 2020
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Upfront about all charges (all taxes & 11% recovery fee)9,6 Wonderful
Aug 2020
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Super friendly and fast at both pick-up and drop-offCons:
Nothing6,0 Okay
May 2020
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The is car is terrible shape10,0 Wonderful
Feb 2020
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4wd offering in buffalo in the winter10,0 Wonderful
Jan 2020
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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
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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.Budget
6,6
Okay
229 reviewsCleanliness
6.8
Comfort
7.2
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.8
Value for money
6.5
2 locations in Buffalo
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2,0 Poor
Nov 2023
6,0 Okay
Oct 2023
10,0 Wonderful
Oct 2023
8,0 Very Good
Oct 2023
8,0 Very Good
Oct 2023
10,0 Wonderful
Oct 2022
Hertz
6,0
Okay
425 reviewsCleanliness
6.4
Comfort
6.7
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.8
Value for money
6.2
7 locations in Buffalo
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2,0 Poor
Oct 2023
8,0 Very Good
Oct 2022
2,0 Poor
Dec 2022
6,0 Okay
Dec 2021
2,0 Poor
Nov 2021
6,0 Okay
Oct 2021
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
7,3
Good
68 reviewsCleanliness
7.1
Comfort
7.5
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.3
Value for money
6.8
3 locations in Buffalo
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2,0 Poor
Nov 2023
2,0 Poor
Jan 2021
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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
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Everything8,0 Very Good
Sep 2020
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Great car, excellent customer service, car in good shapeCons:
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
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Very friendly staff, nice car, and got a really good rate.2,0 Poor
Jul 2019
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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.Avis
6,5
Okay
95 reviewsCleanliness
7.1
Comfort
6.7
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.7
Value for money
6.6
2 locations in Buffalo
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2,0 Poor
Oct 2023
10,0 Wonderful
Apr 2021
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Yes8,0 Very Good
Mar 2021
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Good costumers serviceCons:
Nice car6,0 Okay
Feb 2021
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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
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Representative was friendly5,2 Fair
Oct 2019
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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.Dollar
5,6
Fair
59 reviewsCleanliness
6.1
Comfort
6.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
5.7
Value for money
5.5
One location in Buffalo
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2,0 Poor
May 2021
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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
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Charged me for gas when they did leave the gas where it was. I will never again use kayakCons:
Charge me for gas that wasn’t full I never use dollar thought kAyak2,0 Poor
May 2021
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After 2 hour wait I cancelled the reservation. Horrible!10,0 Wonderful
Apr 2021
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Staff was great, dropoff was super fast and easyCons:
The wait time to pick up the car was much longer than expected2,0 Poor
Mar 2021
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Nothing. I showed up and they had zero cars available. I booked a month priorCons:
Guarantee your bookings4,0 Mediocre
Oct 2020
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I was charged with satellite radio fees without concent. The car had a strong chemical odor, which made it undriveable.National
8,5
Very Good
5 reviewsCleanliness
7.9
Comfort
7.9
Pick-up/Drop-off
9.4
Value for money
7.6
One location in Buffalo
Easirent
4,7
Mediocre
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One location in Buffalo
Sunnycars
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One location in Buffalo
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Good to know
Most popular agency | Avis |
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Most popular car type | Standard |
Average price | R2 193/day |
Good deal | R1 830/day |