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Oswego car hire

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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Oswego

  • Car rentals in Oswego, New York, are an easy, affordable, and convenient way to discover everything this coastal town has to offer. Oswego is located right on the shores of Lake Ontario, giving you easy access to attractions like Fort Ontario Historic Site. There is public transport in Oswego in the form of buses, but these only run Monday through Friday, so you will need a car rental especially if you are planning a weekend trip. With your car rental, you can drive along the shore of the lake or head inland into Syracuse for the day.
  • The closest airport to Oswego, New York, is Syracuse Hancock International Airport (SYR) in Syracuse. This is a great place to pick up car rentals in Oswego as it is served by a number of well-known car rental agencies. You will find these agencies in the center terminal on the first level of the arrivals area. Another nearby airport is Watertown Airport (ART). The car rentals here are located directly in the arrivals area near baggage claim.
  • Driving car rentals in Oswego is fairly straightforward. While New Yorkers are known to have a bit of an aggressive driving style, this town is small enough that you won’t encounter many of these drivers here. People generally follow the rules of the road and the roads themselves are well-maintained, making for an easy driving experience when you’re behind the wheel of Oswego car rentals.
  • Driving in Oswego car rentals can be challenging during rush hours, which occur between 7 am and 9 am and 4 pm and 7 pm on weekdays. Driving car rentals in Oswego will also be challenging in winter, as the area is prone to severe winter weather such as snow and ice. It may also be wise to equip your car rental with chains or winter tires. If you are visiting during winter, always check the weather reports and traffic conditions before setting out.
  • Book your car hire in Oswego at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Standard hire cars in Oswego are around 20% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about hiring a car in Oswego

  • How much is the price of fuel in Oswego?

    The average price of fuel in Oswego is R69,70 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between R836 and R1 115, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular car hire in Oswego?

    Standard (Ford Edge or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Oswego.

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

    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 Oswego?

    A Standard car hire in Oswego costs R1 878 per day, on average.

  • How much does an Intermediate car hire cost in Oswego?

    An Intermediate car hire in Oswego costs R2 226 per day, on average.

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

    If you are renting a car in Oswego during summer, you may want to consider renting a compact car. This is because the city streets can be narrow and crowded, and a compact car can easily navigate these areas and it’s also easier to find parking spots for smaller cars. If you are visiting during winter, though, consider an SUV with four-wheel-drive to make it easier to navigate the city in snow or ice.

  • What’s the speed limit in Oswego?

    The speed limit on city streets in Oswego is typically 30 mph unless otherwise posted. On roads outside the city, you may be able to drive at up to 45 mph, and on highways, the speed limit can reach up to 65 mph. However, it is important to always pay attention to posted signage and adjust your driving speed accordingly to ensure your safety and that of other road users. This will also keep you from getting in trouble with traffic authorities during your trip.

  • Where are the best places to park in Oswego, New York?

    Oswego offers plenty of parking throughout the city. You can find plenty of metered street parking that will typically charge between $2 and $3 per hour. There are also public lots available near the lake and in the downtown area, such as Laker Hall Parking Lot #5 and Tournament Parking. There are also plenty of Park and Ride lots downtown if you plan to use public transport to get around. Attractions like Breitbeck Park also typically have their own lots for guests to use for free. In downtown Oswego, unless you find a free lot, you can expect to pay between $3 and $4 per hour or about $12 to $20 per day. 

Oswego car rental reviews and directory

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

5,0

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

4.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.0

Value for money

5.0

4 locations in Oswego

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Locations in Oswego

174 E Bridge St

+1 315 207 0108

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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3605 Brewerton Road

+1 315 454 3000

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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8072 Brewerton Rd

+1 315 458 0694

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8395 Oswego Rd

+1 315 652 2103

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8,0 Very Good

Jan 2024

KAYAK
The salesperson was great and kind very accommodating but the experience of the car was a nightmare 😕 I had no back wiper and the front wiper flew off while I was on 1-95 😕 going to Florida then the window got stuck in a downward position where I could not roll it back up for 6 hours of the drive and it rained and snowed with freezing weather but I don't blame Enterprise for the car behavior they had no way of knowing these problems and they were very compassionate and accommodating to the situation and they addressed it all my needs and insisted on making it up to me 👍 I would choose enterprise again and recommend them to others because of the way they handled the problem 😁

8,0 Very Good

Oct 2022

KAYAK
I returned the car several days early and no one Let me know f I can get credit back or even if they have the car?

10,0 Wonderful

May 2022

KAYAK
There was one issue with our rental initially, but Enterprise made it right immediately. Would definitely rent from them again!

2,0 Poor

Oct 2021

KAYAK
They did not have the vehicle and we had made a appointment for me to return when the vehicle(s) arrived from another location. They never called me back. No rental. Will not attempt again.

9,6 Wonderful

Apr 2017

KAYAK

Pros:

It only took about 15 mins. total to check in and pick up car. Not pushy on insurance or extras. Vehicle was excellent, not one problem. got an SUV and the gas mileage was much better than expected.

Cons:

I wish he'd spent a little more time showing me the important accessories, it started to rain on the way home and I couldn't figure out the wipers until I got home, but I did know how to drop the back seats and turn on the seat warmers. Some of this on me, I was in a hurry. Overall, great experience.

2,0 Poor

Feb 2017

KAYAK

Pros:

Nothing. I cancelled the reservation.

Cons:

Nothing. I cancelled the reservation.

1 out of 2

Avis

6,9

Okay

No reviews available

Best rated

One location in Oswego

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7808 Brewerton Rd

+1 315 410 3205

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Hertz

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3 locations in Oswego

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1000 Col Eileen Collins Bl

+1 315 455 2498

Monday07:00 - 22:00
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7885 Brewerton Road

+1 315 452 3217

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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8775 Dell Center Drive

+1 315 622 2001

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2,0 Poor

Jul 2024

KAYAK
Tricked me into renting EV. Reservation was not clear that it was all electric car then up charged me for a gas car. I don’t know how to do an EV. Ridiculous.

2,0 Poor

Mar 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

When I signed up for the car which was a one way trip from NY to NC it asked me when I would pick up the vehicle and when I would drop it off. I entered 8:00am pickup on Sunday, drop off before 6:00pm Monday. I dropped off at 4:00pm. Hertz didn't have that information so instead of paying $216 I wound up paying $390 and I am less than happy. $15.75/hr plus addl for anything over 24 hrs. Find this unfair and wrong. Wont rent again through Kayak

8,0 Very Good

Feb 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

The vehicle was great for what we needed. Very comfortable. Was great having heated seats/leather interior and up to date technology.

Cons:

Upon pick up there were still candy wrappers from the pervious owners, and a few dirty spots in the car, which I ended up purchasing cleaning wipes for and wiping down myself, given “COVID” these days, I played it safe.

2,0 Poor

Jun 2022

KAYAK
While there were many cars available I was assigned a Chevrolet Spark (sub-compact) by the desk agent. I am 6'3". The car was a 2020 model with 40,000+ miles, had not been cleaned from the previous driver, had bald tires, and warning that the oil life was at 0%. $500+ for 3 days in an uncomfortable and potential unsafe vehicle.

4,0 Mediocre

Apr 2022

KAYAK
The car had engine trouble - likely because we were dropping off in a different location.

4,0 Mediocre

Jun 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

Car was dirty, stains on interior. Lots of songs and dents on the exterior.

1 out of 2

Budget

No score available yet

2 locations in Oswego

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5885 E Circle Dr Nw, Wing T-21

+1 315 458 3875

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
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Saturday08:00 - 17:00

7808 Brewerton Rd

+1 315 410 3290

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
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2,0 Poor

Aug 2023

KAYAK
I was charged for the full rental despite bringing it back 4 days early. I was told “we can’t do anything about it” by the representative at the location.

5,6 Fair

Jan 2017

KAYAK

Pros:

Car was clean,

Cons:

Two hours into a drive that should have taken 4.5hours the transmission started to fail and there was no acceleration. Called roadside assistance but because I was in rural NY there were no pick-up locations nearby. I rented this vehicle to make a flight out of LGA and if I had waited for roadside assistance to finally get to me I would miss the flight. Despite repeatedly "resetting" the transmission I was only able to drive 40mph and even slower uphill. The drive was unsafe and unpleasant and what was a 4.5 hour drive became a 6 hour drive.

1 out of 1

13 travellers who hired a car in Oswego gave the car agency they used an average rating of 6.9

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