Newark car rentals from $25/day

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car rental in Newark with a pick-up date of 6/3 and drop-off date of 6/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheap car rentals in Newark

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Economy$25/day
Compact$36/day
Intermediate$32/day
Standard$31/day
Full-size$35/day
Full-size SUV$46/day
Premium$35/day
Premium SUV$58/day
Standard SUV$36/day
Intermediate SUV$37/day
Compact SUV$37/day
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KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Newark

  • One of the main benefits of renting cheap car rentals in Newark is the flexibility it offers. With a rental car, you'll be able to travel on your own schedule and visit places that may not be accessible via public transportation. In addition, Newark is located in the heart of the San Francisco Bay Area, making it a great starting point for exploring the region. With Newark car rentals, you can easily visit San Francisco, Oakland, and San Jose, as well as other nearby cities like Berkeley, Palo Alto, and Mountain View.
  • San Francisco Airport (SFO)  is located approximately 14 miles from Newark and is the closest airport where you can pick up Newark car rentals. The rental car offices at SFO are located in a separate facility called the Rental Car Center, which can be accessed by taking the AirTrain Blue Line from either terminal. San Jose Airport (SJC) is approximately 18 miles from Newark. The rental car companies at SJC are also located at the Rental Car Center and accessible via a shuttle that runs every 10-15 minutes. Oakland Airport (OAK) is approximately 22 miles from Newark. The rental car companies at OAK are located at the Rental Car Center, which is easily accessible by a shuttle ride that lasts around 8-10 minutes.
  • Newark is a pedestrian-friendly city, so drivers need to be mindful of pedestrians when navigating the roads. Pedestrian crossings are common, and it's important to yield to pedestrians when they are in the crosswalk. Additionally, some areas in Newark may have more jaywalking, so it's important to keep an eye out for pedestrians who may cross the street unexpectedly. Biking is also a popular mode of transportation in the Bay Area, and Newark is no exception. Be sure to give cyclists plenty of space when driving cheap car rentals in Newark and signal your intention to pass.
  • Rush hour traffic can pose a challenge for drivers in Newark, especially during the mornings between 7:00 am and 9:00 am and afternoons between 4:00 pm and 6:00 pm. Major roads like Newark Boulevard, Thornton Avenue, and Jarvis Avenue can be affected by traffic congestion during these times. During the winter months, particularly between November and February, the city can experience periodic rainstorms which can impact driving conditions. Drivers using cheap car rentals in Newark during this time should be cautious about slick roads and reduced visibility.
  • 25% of our users found rental cars in Newark for $30 or less
  • Book your rental car in Newark at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Mini rental cars in Newark are around 56% more expensive than other car types, on average

FAQs about renting a car in Newark

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Newark?

    On average a rental car in Newark costs $35 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 Newark found in the last 2 weeks is $30.

  • What is the cheapest car rental company in Newark?

    In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Hertz ($37/day).

  • How much is gas price in Newark?

    The average gas price in Newark is $3.93 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between $47 and $63, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular rental car in Newark?

    Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Newark.

  • Which car rental companies are at San Francisco airport (SFO)?

    Car rental companies onsite at San Francisco airport include Kyte, Fox, Sixt, Thrifty, Dollar, Hertz, Budget, Alamo, Fox Autorent and Avis.

  • Which car rental companies will pick you up at San Francisco airport (SFO)?

    Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from San Francisco airport to off-airport locations include Fox, Sixt, Thrifty, Dollar, Hertz, Budget, Alamo, Avis, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, and Europcar.

  • How can I find car rentals near me in Newark?

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

  • How much does a Mini car rental cost in Newark?

    A Mini car rental in Newark costs $101 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Special car rental cost in Newark?

    A Special car rental in Newark costs $44 per day, on average.

  • How much does an Intermediate car rental cost in Newark?

    An Intermediate car rental in Newark costs $71 per day, on average.

  • What is the most popular rental car location in Newark?

    In Newark, cars are most frequently rented at Fox 7600 Earhart Road (17 miles from city center).

  • How much does it cost to rent a car for a week in Newark?

    On average a rental car in Newark costs $243 per week ($35 per day).

  • How much does it cost to rent a car long term for a month in Newark?

    On average a rental car in Newark costs $1,040 per month ($35 per day).

  • Should I get insurance when renting a car in Newark?

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

  • How many car agencies are operating in Newark?

    KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 2 car rental agencies in Newark.

  • What do I need to know before booking a car rental in Newark?

    Finding the right price, understanding the add-ons and staying up to date with policy changes can be a challenge. That’s why KAYAK has produced the ultimate guide to renting a car to help you cut though the jargon and make the right choice for your rental car. Find tips and insights for how to book your rental, what car rental insurance you’ll need, how to deal with a car rental agency and what extra fees to expect (and avoid!).

  • Why should I use KAYAK to rent a car in Newark?

    KAYAK searches thousands of car rental agencies to provide you with offers from all car rental agencies operating in Newark so that you can compare car rental rates, reviews and pick-up and drop-off locations to find the best deal for you.

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

    Given the terrain in Newark, an intermediate car or compact car would be a good choice for most drivers. Newark's streets can be narrow in some areas, especially in residential neighborhoods. A smaller car will be easier to navigate through these areas and will be easier to park. Gas prices in the Bay Area also tend to be higher than the national average, so choosing a car with good fuel efficiency will save you money in the long run. Compact and intermediate cars are typically more fuel efficient than larger vehicles.

  • What’s the speed limit in Newark?

    Speed limits in residential areas in Newark are usually 25 mph. On major roads, the speed limit can go up to 35 mph, although the posted speed limits may vary depending on the specific road. Additionally, there are special speed limits in school zones and areas with heavy pedestrian traffic, which are usually posted at 15-20 mph to ensure the safety of children and pedestrians.

  • Where are the best places to park in Newark?

    There are several options for parking in Newark. Some street parking is available for free in certain areas, while other areas may require payment. There are also several public parking lots throughout the city with hourly or daily rates. The average cost for parking in Newark is between $1-2 per hour. For those visiting the downtown area, it is recommended to park in one of the city-owned lots, such as the NewPark Mall parking lot or the Civic Center parking lot, which offers affordable rates and easy access to the downtown area. Additionally, parking garages at NewPark Mall and the Pacific Commons shopping center offer free parking.

Newark car rental reviews and directory

Hertz

3.6

Most popular

Cleanliness

2.0

Comfort

6.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

2.0

Value for money

4.0

2 locations in Newark

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Locations in Newark

37063 Fremont Blvd.

+1 510 797 9900

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

39900 Balentine Drive

+1 510 687 9350

Monday08:00 - 17:0013:00 - 17:00
Tuesday13:00 - 17:0008:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:0013:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:0013:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:0013:00 - 17:00

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10.0 Wonderful

Feb 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Christina and raja were very helpful

6.0 Okay

Sep 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff was amazing and pick-up and drop-off instructions were very helpful and easy. I was very pleased with my interactions with staff members and felt they did a great job!

Cons:

I was disappointed in the selection of vehicles I was able to rent. I had paid for an intermediate SUV and was given an option between a small one and an intermediate one. I went with the intermediate Nissan Rogue because I was told that it both radar cruise control and apple car play, both of which I asked for when renting the vehicle. Unfortunately, neither of those features were available on the vehicle I rented and I ended up driving almost 2000 miles without them. I was disappointed in the comfort of the ride and the lack of features of the vehicle and won't be renting from Hertz in the future.

4.8 Mediocre

Dec 2019

KAYAK

Cons:

They didn't have the car we requested. They gave a "free" upgrade but required us to pay added fees. It took longer to pick up the car as they had many unhappy customers waiting.

10.0 Wonderful

Aug 2017

KAYAK

Pros:

The staff is very friendly and asssistive especially Rebekah

6.0 Okay

Apr 2017

KAYAK

Pros:

Kiosk to check out car was quick way to avoid long line. Cars were clean. Price wasn't bad.

Cons:

DON'T RENT A YARIS for freeway driving. Car rattled and struggled over 55 mph. Had to return it and was surprised when agent said - yeah, not great on freeway. THIS IS CA! You can't avoid the freeway! Though we have a HERTZ in my town had to go to airport because it isn't open on Sunday or Holiday. Would have liked to return to another location, would have cost hundreds to do so!

6.8 Okay

Feb 2017

KAYAK

Pros:

*Upgraded SUV *The manager was good a resolving the problem and responsible. *Clean Tahoe SUV

Cons:

*No pick up from home even though I requested it a week in advance. *Customer service person put me on hold over 10 minutes. *Crappy customer service, the kiddies were running the shows.

1 out of 4

Thrifty

6.0

Okay

No reviews available

Best rated
Cheapest deal

One location in Newark

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Locations in Newark

37063 Fremont Boulevard

+1 510 797 9900

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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No reviews available

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

No score available yet

4 locations in Newark

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Locations in Newark

32083 Alvarado-niles Road

+1 510 429 6900

Monday00:00 - 00:00
Tuesday00:00 - 00:00
Wednesday00:00 - 00:00
Thursday00:00 - 00:00
Friday00:00 - 00:00
Saturday00:00 - 00:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

4241 Peralta Blvd

+1 510 797 1410

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

4311 Solar Way

+1 510 353 6000

Monday00:00 - 00:00
Tuesday00:00 - 00:00
Wednesday00:00 - 00:00
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5555 Stevenson Blvd

+1 510 353 6000

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

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10.0 Wonderful

Apr 2024

KAYAK
Great service 👏 👍 👌

9.2 Wonderful

Dec 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

My favorite car rental company in Fremont. They are SO nice. Service still matters.

Cons:

Only wish they had more weekend hours and more cars available. Prices are sometimes not as good as I think they could be.

6.8 Okay

Nov 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

Seemed pretty simple to book

Cons:

The vehicle - a Nissan Frontier, i booked wasn’t available because they said the online stock of vehicles isn’t always accurate. They left me no choice to but to spend about $15 more on a big Dodge 2500 pickup truck to go biking. The truck is way too big for the purpose I needed and cost of fuel to power the monster is way higher then necessary. My whole point of renting vehicles is because I have other ways to commute to work so I don’t need a car on the day to day. I’m trying to be eco-conscious, so having behemoth of a vehicle for a single person to go ride a mountain bike is ridiculous.

10.0 Wonderful

Nov 2018

KAYAK

Pros:

The price was the best

Cons:

I wasn’t informed that Sunday’s they were closed

10.0 Wonderful

Feb 2017

KAYAK

Pros:

There weren't any cars available at time of my reservation, they were very apologetic and made sure to get me the next available car

Cons:

Nothing was bad everything about this enterprise was great

5.2 Fair

Feb 2017

KAYAK

Pros:

the car was roomy

Cons:

spent way more on gas than i should have didnt get the car i had picked didn't honor the price they had given me online

1 out of 4

Avis

No score available yet

2 locations in Newark

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Locations in Newark

5307 Central Avenue

+1 510 713 1006

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 17:00
Sunday08:00 - 17:00

6000 Mowry Avenue

+1 510 742 1529

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 17:00
Sunday10:00 - 14:00

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6.0 Okay

Jan 2017

KAYAK

Pros:

he was courteous and explained the breakdown of the charges with patience

5.2 Fair

Dec 2016

KAYAK

Pros:

The car handled well, was fairly new, and overall mostly enjoyable.

Cons:

The car had police evidence stickers still on it from god knows what. In addition, one morning the car would not start. I have experience as a mechanic and found that the positive battery terminal was loose and not making a good electrical connection. I fixed this and the car was fine for the rest of my trip. Needless to say, this should not happen and I should not need to diagnose and repair my own rental car. Perhaps a better pre-rental vehicle check would help?

7.6 Good

Sep 2016

KAYAK

Pros:

The car worked fine!

Cons:

Smelled like smoke inside even though it was a non-smoking car.

10.0 Wonderful

Apr 2016

KAYAK

Pros:

They always have the car you need and the prices are good

10.0 Wonderful

Apr 2016

KAYAK

Pros:

It's very easy very comfortable and the guy at the counter was great all in all very good experience

8.4 Very good

Mar 2016

KAYAK

Pros:

the easy rental of the car fast no hassle

1 out of 3

Budget

No score available yet

One location in Newark

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Locations in Newark

5307 Central Avenue

+1 510 791 0780

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 17:00
Sunday08:00 - 17:00

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10.0 Wonderful

May 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

Great staff. No issues.

Cons:

Could have listed the actual car that was going to be available. I realize that is difficult and it seems none of the companies do that.

9.2 Wonderful

Nov 2018

KAYAK

Cons:

Great customer service

3.9 Poor

Aug 2021

KAYAK
The car vi rented had some severe issues with the breaks. Every time we would break, the whole car would shutter. Probably warped break rotors. It was quite scary at times as our road trip was going through some mountain areas. We could not swap the car either, as we had packed it with several stuff as our road trip was for moving purposes. The stuff we had in the car took forever to pack since it had to be strapped down and secured etc.

1 out of 1

51 travelers who rented a car in Newark gave the car agency they used an average rating of 6.0

Car rental locations in or near Newark

Good to know

Most popular agency

Fox

Most popular car type

Mini

Average price

$35/day

Good deal

$30/day

When to book a rental car in Newark

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