Paterson car hire

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Most popular car type

Standard

KAYAK’s insights & trends for Paterson car hire

Check out the latest trends and booking tips to hire a car in Paterson with confidence.

How far in advance should you book car hire in Paterson?

You should book your car hire in Paterson around 51 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the best car hire company in Paterson?

Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car hire companies in Paterson are Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.0, 6 reviews), Avis (7.2), and Budget (6.5).
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Rated 8.0/10
Avis
Avis
Rated 7.2/10
Budget
Budget
Rated 6.5/10
Hertz
Hertz
Rated 0.0/10

What is the most popular car to hire in Paterson?

SUV cars (Chevrolet Bolt EUV or similar) are the most popular type of vehicle to hire in Paterson. SUV cars in Paterson cost R1 522/day on average, though some users have found deals as low as R681/day.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Paterson?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Paterson is January at an average cost of R785/day. July is the most expensive month to hire a car in Paterson when prices are R1 351/day on average, which tends to be 2 312% above the yearly average hire price for Paterson.

Which car hire company in Paterson has the most locations?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car operates 5 locations in Paterson, more than any other car hire company.
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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Paterson

  • Getting a rental car from one of the car rentals in Paterson is one of the best decisions you can make when visiting the city. Although Paterson has an almost perfect public transportation system, renting a car will give you the most flexibility when visiting popular destinations both within and outside the city. Within the city, you can visit the Paterson Museum to learn more about the city's culture or hike up Garret Mountain Reservation, a park with a castle, trails, and city views. You can visit the Paterson Great Falls National Historical Park a few miles outside town to see the massive waterfall. You can also drive to the well-known Mary Ellen Kramer Park waterfall.
  • Renting a car at Newark International Airport, the primary international airport serving Paterson, is relatively easy due to the airport's abundance of car rental agencies. Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Payless, Thrifty, Hertz, Advantage, and Ace are among the car rental companies. Most of these agencies have a complimentary shuttle service to their off-airport car rental facilities as they only have booking desks at the airport. Following your reservation, the staff at your preferred car rental agency will direct you to the complimentary shuttle.
  • Driving in Paterson is similar to driving in other cities. However, this city has unique driving rules, such as honking before overtaking another vehicle, a cyclist, or even a random skateboarder on the road. Another unique feature of this city and the state of New Jersey is that you are not allowed to pump your own gas here. If you're heading north on the turnpike, consider taking the I-295 instead, as it will let you avoid tolls and is less congested during rush hour.
  • While your rental car in Paterson is manageable, traffic congestion can be severe during rush hour. Rush hour in the city occurs between 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. During this time, avoid the Garden State Parkway and the New Jersey Turnpike at all costs because they become extremely congested. Before driving out into the city, listen to the traffic reports to learn about any construction projects or accidents.
  • Compact hire cars in Paterson are around 70% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about hiring a car in Paterson

  • Which car hire agencies are at John F Kennedy Intl airport (JFK)?

    Car hire companies onsite at John F Kennedy Intl airport include Dollar, Avis, Thrifty and Alamo.

  • Which car hire agencies are at LaGuardia airport (LGA)?

    Car hire companies onsite at LaGuardia airport include Dollar and Thrifty.

  • Which car hire companies will pick you up at John F Kennedy Intl airport (JFK)?

    Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from John F Kennedy Intl airport to off-airport locations include Dollar, Avis, Thrifty and Alamo.

  • Which car hire companies will pick you up at LaGuardia airport (LGA)?

    Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from LaGuardia airport to off-airport locations include Dollar, Avis, Thrifty and Alamo.

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

    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 Paterson?

    A Standard car hire in Paterson costs R4 495 per day, on average.

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

    A Full Size car hire in Paterson costs R4 568 per day, on average.

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

    A Mini car hire in Paterson costs R2 583 per day, on average.

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

    The type of rental car you will get from one of the Paterson car rentals during your visit is entirely dependent on the reason for your visit. If you're in town for business, a small compact car is ideal because it's easy to navigate traffic and find tight parking spots. If you visit during the Christmas or New Year's holidays, you may encounter icy roads due to heavy snowfall. As a result, a powerful SUV or four-wheel drive vehicle may be the best option for navigating snowy terrain.

  • What is the speed limit in Paterson?

    If you're driving through a residential or school zone, New Jersey law requires you to slow down to 35 mph. The central business district has a speed limit of 30 mph. However, the speed limit on freeways such as the New Jersey Turnpike is 65 mph. To avoid receiving a speeding ticket, keep an eye out for speed signs along the road, as the speed limits may change.

  • Where are the best places to park in Paterson?

    Finding parking for your rental car in Paterson is relatively easy as the city has metered on-street parking. Meter durations range from 20 minutes to 2 hours, with rates of 25 cents per 20 minutes. Alternatively, there are numerous parking lots and garages throughout the city where you can park your car safely for a small fee. 186 Ellison Street, Public Safety Garage, and 124 Van Houten Street Garage are among these garages.

Paterson car rental reviews and directory

 
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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8,0

Very Good

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Cleanliness

6.5

Comfort

8.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.5

Value for money

8.5

5 locations in Paterson

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1316 Main Avenue

+1 973 772 2424

Monday07:30 - 17:30
Tuesday07:30 - 17:30
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Thursday07:30 - 17:30
Friday07:30 - 17:30
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
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314 Broadway

+1 201 475 3533

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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34 Goffle Rd

+1 973 423 5775

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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610 Route 46 West

+1 973 812 7676

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875 Market St

+1 973 279 2627

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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4,0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Sept 2024

Compact

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Inside of car was clean. Had to ask representative to was car it was filthy ...he honestly seemed like he didn't want to do it. That wasnt the car i was expecting it was to low to the ground hurt my back getting in and out.

10,0 Wonderful

grace, Feb 2024

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
My experience was great, staff was very friendly and helpful. Would definitely rent from this location.

10,0 Wonderful

notmyreal, Mar 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff was friendly and fast.

8,0 Very Good

Victoria, Feb 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff was great! Really appreciated all their assistance. Pick up and Drop off were easy.

Cons:

We were told 3 days before our trip that there was no vehicle in the size that we needed available. We appreciated their honesty. We received a call the next day that a van became available but someone had smoked in the van and they were trying to air it out for us. The day we picked up our rental, another van had become available, which we were glad to see. However, someone had also smoked in that van too. All the seats were covered in a layer of cigarette ash. We shared with the staff that the new car smelled like smoke and was dirty. They offered to wipe down the seats, but we knew that the smell would not just evaporate with wiping down the seats. We took the van to the car wash and had to pay to have it cleaned. Even the manager at the car wash was surprised because he knows we are not smokers and couldn't believe the smell. We were taking our parents, who are older and more sensitive, on this trip. We had to purchase air fresheners to try and cover up the smell. Our whole trip we had to drive with the heat on full blast (February trip) and the windows open. Our clothes, suitcases, even food tasted like smoke from being in that car. We usually have had great experiences with Enterprise but were super disappointed by this last one.

10,0 Wonderful

Diedra, Nov 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

I liked the location and the vehicle I rented was reasonable with gas.

Cons:

The time the vehicle had to be picked up and dropped off could've been better for me. The hours of operation mattered because I had to pick up the vehicle in enough time to reach my destination and return on time.

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jun 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

Pickup location was closed by Enterprise due to COVID and kayak did not tell me that the car was at a different location.

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Avis

7,2

Good

One location in Paterson

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20-11 Fair Lawn Avenue

+1 201 791 0029

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
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Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00

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Budget

6,5

Okay

One location in Paterson

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20-11 Fair Lawn Avenue

+1 201 791 0030

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00

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3 locations in Paterson

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22-20 Fairlawn Ave.

+1 201 796 7789

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
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593 Broad St.

+1 973 777 1879

Monday07:30 - 17:30
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79 Union Blvd.

+1 973 595 1256

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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4 travellers who hired a car in Paterson gave the car agency they used an average rating of 6.9

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