Nantucket car rentals

If you’re planning to drive alone or with your partner around Nantucket, a compact mid-size, fuel-efficient car is preferable. Privately owned roads and some attractions areas located some distance away from the town, such as Siasconset Quaint Fishing and Cottage and the Bluff Walk, may need a more powerful car, such as 4WD.

The maximum speed limit is around 30mph in most parts of Nantucket town but drops to 25mph in thickly settled residential areas and business centers. Other areas such as Milestone Road and Polpis Road have a speed limit of 35mph, while other regions like Monomoy Road have a speed limit of 30mph. Nantucket’s transport department has invested in road signposts across all major roads to enhance traffic safety, so pay careful attention to signs to avoid accidents. Nantucket authorities are strict with their traffic regulations. Therefore, we advise adhering to traffic guidelines at all times.

Free public parking slots in Nantucket are available at Washington Street, Valet Parking of America at Broad Street, and Town Lot. There are NRTA Park & Ride Lots at three locations, along Surfside Road, 5 Dave Street, and 27 Fairgrounds Road. Parking at Hy-Line will cost you about $15 per day.

On average a rental car in Nantucket costs $63 per day. But prices differ between operators and you can save money through a price comparison of car rental deals from different agencies. The cheapest price for a car rental in Nantucket found in the last 2 weeks is $43.

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The average gas price in Nantucket is $3.59 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between $43 and $57, depending on the car size.

Intermediate (Jeep Wrangler or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Nantucket.

The only car rental company onsite at Memorial airport is Hertz.

The only car rental company that offers shuttle or pick-up services from Memorial airport to off-airport locations is Hertz.

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

An Intermediate car rental in Nantucket costs $100 per day, on average.

A Special car rental in Nantucket costs $46 per day, on average.

A Full Size car rental in Nantucket costs $74 per day, on average.

On average a rental car in Nantucket costs $442 per week ($63 per day).

On average a rental car in Nantucket costs $1,896 per month ($63 per day).

Most car rental providers in Nantucket offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car rental in Nantucket, check out KAYAK's car rental insurance guide.

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Newborns to age one must be in a rear-facing infant seat and kids from one to three need a front-facing car seat. Kids four to seven must ride in a booster seat, and kids eight or older should wear a seat belt.

Unfortunately, no. You have to be at least 21 years old to rent a car in Massachusetts. And if you are younger than 25, you may be charged a daily fee and be prohibited from renting a car from certain classes of vehicles.