Princeton car rentals from $44/day

On average a rental car in Princeton costs $71 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 Princeton found in the last 2 weeks is $65.

Car rental companies onsite at John F Kennedy Intl airport include Payless, Empire Rent A Car and Dollar.

Car rental companies onsite at Newark airport include Payless, Rent-A-Wreck, Kyte, Hertz, Sixt, Empire Rent A Car, Alamo and Fox.

Car rental companies onsite at LaGuardia airport include Payless, Empire Rent A Car and Dollar.

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

Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Newark airport to off-airport locations include Payless, Hertz, and Alamo.

Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from LaGuardia airport to off-airport locations include Payless, and Dollar.

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

A Full Size car rental in Princeton costs $194 per day, on average.

A Premium car rental in Princeton costs $111 per day, on average.

A Standard car rental in Princeton costs $157 per day, on average.

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

KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 4 car rental agencies in Princeton.

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!).

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

Most travelers heading out to Princeton are doing so in small groups, so taking either an economy size or compact car will serve you best. Most Princeton car rentals in these categories are filled with modern features, including top-notch safety features. Alternatively, if you’re traveling in larger groups, opt for the full-size SUVs or mini-vans that car rental companies in Princeton provide, which will accommodate larger groups of passengers as well as more luggage.

The speed limit in New Jersey differs according to the specific road you’re driving on. Most roadways in the city have a maximum speed of 50mph, with low density business areas having a speed limit of 35 mph. When driving in residential areas, business districts, and school zones ensure to cap your sped at 25 mph to protect other road users. When on state highways, you are allowed to drive at a maximum of 55 mph, with the exception of certain state highways where you can drive at 65 mph (as posted).

Parking car rentals in Princeton is a relatively easy process as the city provides several parking lots, garages, and on-street parking options where you can safely and conveniently park your vehicle. The parking meters in the city are operational between 9 am and 8 pm from Monday to Thursday, with parking on weekends being extended to 9 pm, and from 1 pm to 8 pm on Sundays. The city’s parking meters charge according to the stay, with shorter stays giving you more value.