Poughkeepsie car hire

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KAYAK’s insights & trends for Poughkeepsie car hire

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

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

You should book your car hire in Poughkeepsie around 67 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the best car hire company in Poughkeepsie?

Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car hire companies in Poughkeepsie are Hertz (8.8, 4 reviews), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.0, 2 reviews), and Budget (5.8, 7 reviews).
Hertz
Hertz
Rated 8.8/10
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Rated 8.0/10
Budget
Budget
Rated 5.8/10
Avis
Avis
Rated 5.6/10

What is the most popular car to hire in Poughkeepsie?

SUV cars (Jeep Compass or similar) are the most popular type of vehicle to hire in Poughkeepsie. SUV cars in Poughkeepsie cost R1 475/day on average, though some users have found deals as low as R1 257/day.

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

The cheapest month to hire a car in Poughkeepsie is September at an average cost of R388/day. June is the most expensive month to hire a car in Poughkeepsie when prices are R1 357/day on average, which tends to be 2 367% above the yearly average hire price for Poughkeepsie.

Which car hire company in Poughkeepsie has the most locations?

Hertz operates 4 locations in Poughkeepsie, more than any other car hire company.
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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Poughkeepsie

  • Car rentals in Poughkeepsie are a convenient way to get around the city. Besides being one of the world's largest business hubs, New York is also an exciting tourist destination. Most of its attractions are located in the city of Poughkeepsie, 89 miles from the New York City center. They include the Locust Grove Estate, about 87.2 miles from JFK airport and 80.6 miles from LaGuardia Airport. Poughkeepsie is home to several art museums, such as Frances Lehman Loeb Art Center. Whether you’re traveling to Poughkeepsie as a tourist or for business, you'll enjoy spending a few hours at these sites. Getting there by car is much cheaper and flexible than using a bus or taxi. You can rent a car through KAYAK with any car rentals in Poughkeepsie at affordable prices and run your schedules more conveniently.
  • There are three major airports near Poughkeepsie, including the JFK International Airport, the LaGuardia International Airport, and the Newark International Airport. At JFK and Newark Airports, there are about 10 onsite Poughkeepsie car rental companies. They include Alamo, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Hertz, and Thrifty among others. However, only Hertz, Dollar, Avis, Advantage, Payless, and Thrifty are located at LaGuardia Airport. All these companies provide shuttle or pick-up services from the three airports to other off-airport locations. At JKF airport, you can board a shuttle at the exit terminal where some of these companies have their offices. At Newark, a few car rentals in Poughkeepsie have their offices located near the arrivals terminal. At LaGuardia Airport, you can take a shuttle at the taxi stand outside the arrivals terminal or book a car within any of the above car rental companies.
  • Traffic conditions in Poughkeepsie depend on the season and type of weather. Depending on when you’re traveling to Poughkeepsie, you may experience certain weather elements, including fog, ice, snow, or rain. As a busy city located in New York, Poughkeepsie roadways are nearly always packed with motorists, cyclists, and pedestrians. We encourage you to drive safely and responsibly while being mindful of jaywalking pedestrians. We also recommend that you adhere to traffic rules as most streets have traffic cameras.
  • Rush hour in Poughkeepsie starts as early as 5:30am and slows down at 9:30am. Evening rush hour begins at around 4:30pm to 7:30pm. During this time, highways experience heavy traffic flow, which subsides once the rush hour is over. However, Highway 113 is one of the busiest highways in Poughkeepsie, with heavy traffic flow throughout.
  • Standard hire cars in Poughkeepsie are around 60% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about hiring a car in Poughkeepsie

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

    Most roadways in Poughkeepsie are large enough to accommodate any type of vehicle. However, other factors such as the nature of your visit, the number of passengers, and personal preferences determined which car you can rent. Always go for a vehicle that provides comfort to everyone onboard. For example, if you’re traveling as a family or a small group of people, a premium SUV or minivan will do.

  • What’s the speed limit in Poughkeepsie?

    The average gas price in Poughkeepsie is around $2.79 per gallon. Valero, Gulf, Mobil, CITGO,7-Eleven, and Extra Fuels gas stations have prices ranging from around $2.29 to $2.96 per gallon. The average cost of filling up your gas tank is between $33 and $44, depending on your car.

  • Where are the best places to park in Poughkeepsie?

    Parking in Poughkeepsie is relatively cheaper compared to other neighboring cities. You can park at the Poughkeepsie Station Parking for as low as $0.25 per 15min or around $1 per hour. The rates are the same at the 50 Canon Streets Parking and Civic Center Plaza Garage, all located within the city of Poughkeepsie. Parking hours are Monday to Friday, 6am to 8pm.

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

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

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

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

  • 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 Avis, Dollar, Hertz and Thrifty.

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

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

  • How much does a Special car hire cost in Poughkeepsie?

    A Special car hire in Poughkeepsie costs R1 212 per day, on average.

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

    A Standard car hire in Poughkeepsie costs R407 per day, on average.

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

    An Intermediate car hire in Poughkeepsie costs R899 per day, on average.

Poughkeepsie car rental reviews and directory

 
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Hertz

8,8

Very Good

Read 4 reviews

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

7.9

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.5

Value for money

8.5

4 locations in Poughkeepsie

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20 Ibm Rd

+1 845 462 6160

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20 Ibm Road

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263 New Hackensack Road

+1 845 462 6160

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5469 Rt 9w

+1 845 565 1256

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10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Oct 2023

Supplier choice

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The parking situation was a bit confusing There was no clear signage as to where it was legal to park our vehicle for a couple of days

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Oct 2021

KAYAK
All Very Good

1 out of 2

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8,0

Very Good

Read 2 reviews

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

9.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

9.5

Value for money

9.0

2 locations in Poughkeepsie

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1839 South Rd

+1 845 297 3100

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696 Dutchess Tpke

+1 845 485 2222

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2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Aug 2024

Intermediate SUV

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I was given a free upgrade which I thought was really nice but it turned out not to be. The car was returned to Enterprise the day before I picked it up by someone else and it appears to not have been cleaned or checked before it was given to me. There were coffee stains and puddles in the center console and the shifter was wet and sticky. The trunk was soaking wet with puddles of soap and water and the car stunk like a swamp. I could not use the trunk for my suitcases and I was planning to use the car for a road-trip. It turned out to be a cramped road-trip with people and suitcases all in the back seat of the car.

10,0 Wonderful

Valetia, Apr 2024

Intermediate

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Very good

1 out of 1

Budget

5,8

Fair

Read 7 reviews

Cleanliness

6.2

Comfort

7.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.7

Value for money

6.7

One location in Poughkeepsie

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28 Ibm Road

+1 845 625 0209

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4,0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Dec 2023

Compact

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Only half a tank of gas to start

2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Nov 2023

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
Was never returned my booking deposit of 250 and was told by staff at budget that there was nothing they could do

6,0 Okay

Anonymous, Oct 2022

KAYAK
Close to home

8,0 Very Good

Anonymous, Nov 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

Strong smell of cleaning solution when we first got the car. Should have been aired out.

1 out of 3

Avis

5,6

Fair

Read 3 reviews

Cleanliness

5.3

Comfort

6.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.3

Value for money

6.3

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28 Ibm Road

+1 845 625 0201

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2,0 Poor

Jaime, Sept 2024

Economy

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The first car smelled like cigarettes. I asked for a different car and they have me one where the seat adjustment was broken so I had to sit on the edge of my seat the whole time just to reach the pedals with my tip toes

6,0 Okay

marie, Jul 2020

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Pros:

The vehicle and prices was good

Cons:

The location was not very inviting, as soon you walked in it was weird smell in the office, the guy there was ok not really good customer service.

1 out of 1

Dollar

2,0

Poor

Read 2 reviews

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

5.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.0

Value for money

4.0

One location in Poughkeepsie

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20 Ibm Road

+1 845 462 6160

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
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2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Sept 2024

Intermediate

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There was no Dollar store within 50 miles of the pickup location. I called customer support, and the only thing they offered to do was cancel my reservation. I was left stranded in a parking lot on a Friday evening of a holiday weekend.

2,0 Poor

danielle, Aug 2024

Intermediate

KAYAK
There is no Follar at that location. I got there and it is only Hertz. The reservation did not transfer through. The only reason I got a car was the kindness of the Herrz employee. Kayak is booking for a business that doesn’t exist and almost got me and my daughter stranded without a car. The insurance never applied because it wasn’t through Dollar.

1 out of 1

Thrifty

5,6

Fair

One location in Poughkeepsie

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20 Ibm Road

+1 845 462 6160

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
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Friday08:00 - 17:00
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27 travellers who hired a car in Poughkeepsie gave the car agency they used an average rating of 5.7

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