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Somerville car rentals from $39/day

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a KAYAK user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car rental in Somerville with a pick-up date of 10/31 and drop-off date of 11/8. 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 Somerville

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Mitsubishi Mirage car
Mitsubishi Mirage
or similar SMALL
2
2
4-5
$52/day
Nissan Versa Note car
Nissan Versa Note
or similar SMALL
4
2
4-5
$43/day
Toyota Corolla car
Toyota Corolla
or similar MEDIUM
5
3
2/4
$39/day
Honda Accord car
Honda Accord
or similar MEDIUM
5
3
4-5
$47/day
Chevrolet Malibu car
Chevrolet Malibu
or similar LARGE
5
2
4-5
$44/day
Chrysler Pacifica car
Chrysler Pacifica
or similar VAN
5
5
4-5
$86/day
Toyota Highlander car
Toyota Highlander
or similar SUV
5
2
4-5
$66/day
Class Premium Car car
Class Premium Car
or similar LARGE
5
5
4-5
$59/day
Audi SQ5 car
Audi SQ5
or similar SUV
5
5
4-5
$117/day
Buick Encore car
Buick Encore
or similar SUV
4
2
4-5
$45/day
Chevrolet Equinox car
Chevrolet Equinox
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
$48/day
Nissan Rogue car
Nissan Rogue
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
$52/day
Best rates found by KAYAK users in the past 48 hours.

KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Somerville

  • The Boston International Airport (BOS) lies 6 miles away from the city center. The airport usually houses several car rental agencies and various types of vehicles which fit the traveler's needs. The airport location is ideal for renters looking for 24-hour service or renters looking for several options. With your cheap car rentals in Boston, you can visit various attractions areas. You can also get car rentals in town. Taking cheaper vehicles makes long trips outside the city center easier.
  • Rent an electric vehicle in Somerville as the city features several charging stations. Somerville has several public charging stations. Also, most ports usually offer free charges for your cheap electric vehicle. When navigating cheap car rentals in Somerville, you can find these stations at the Western Union, Union Square Parking, Davis Square Farmers Market, Somerville City Hall, and the Town Parking Lot.
  • You will need to present a valid driver's license from your home country. This can be acceptable in driving Somerville cheap car rentals. If your license is in a language other than English you may also need an International Driving Permit. You need to be of legal age and have a valid authorization with your photo and full name. Remember the rules of the road and always keep a safe distance between you and the vehicle ahead of you. Some streets in Boston also give restricted access to non-residents.
  • Very few things give the same thrill as going on vacation or even a business trip to a new city. If you want to make the most out of your Somerville trip, renting a car from car rentals in Somerville will be an ideal option. You'll have the flexibility to skip on public transportation, which in turn will result in utter freedom to explore any part of the city on your own schedule. You can personalize your trip as you deem fit and enjoy comfort, safety, and privacy, especially if you have young kids. You'll be free of restrictions, and you can pack as much cargo as you like since you have your own trunk, depending on the activities you intend to engage in. Imagine having the flexibility to venture out of the city to check out Old Sturbridge Village, about 58 miles away, or as far as Martha's Vineyard, about 94 miles away from the city, at your convenience.
  • The Rental Car Center at the Boston Logan International Airport is a few minutes away from the terminal. You'll find a shuttle bus at the lower level of the terminal that will take you directly to the center. You'll find Somerville car rentals along with the four-level garage, some of them including Enterprise, Thrifty, and Hertz.
  • Jaywalking has been an ongoing issue in Somerville for a couple of years now, to the extent of the police fining pedestrians for it. Route 28 and East Main Street are especially a problem for this. In downtown Somerville, be wary of other drivers who may not necessarily be concerned about running red lights. Avoid turning at a red light, going over sidewalks, and turning on a double yellow line.
  • Interstate 93 southbound in the morning commute at around 7am can be quite congested. It goes on until 9am, after which it dies down to manageable traffic. Evening traffic starts backing up at about 3pm, and you can expect a gridlock by 5pm, only to move a lot faster around 7pm. Highway 28 can be just as bad, so try to avoid these rush hours or give yourself extra time if you must commute. Downtown Somerville can also be congested during these times, so try to move earlier or later than everyone else to enjoy the road.
  • 25% of our users found rental cars in Somerville for $53 or less
  • Book your rental car in Somerville at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Intermediate rental cars in Somerville are around 62% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about renting a car in Somerville

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

    If you're wondering what kind of car to get from car rentals in Somerville, then any car from an economy to a full-size car will do just fine. If you consider how many people you need to take with you, how much cargo you're carrying, and how far you're willing to venture out of the city, choosing a car will become easy. If you're looking to go out of town to venture into rural roads, you may want to get an SUV instead.

  • What’s the speed limit in Somerville?

    The city of Somerville has a blanket speed limit of 25mph unless otherwise posted. You'll find some safety zone areas as well with signs of a 20mph limit. Safety zones include school zones and playgrounds.

  • Where are the best places to park in Somerville?

    Parking meters in Somerville are active Mondays through Saturday from 8am to 8pm and charge approximately $1.25 per hour. Parking on Sundays and holidays is free. Curbside parking spots have yellow bands on the meter post and allow parking for a maximum of 2h. Off-street parking lots allow parking for about 3h and have an orange band of the meter post.

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

    On average a rental car in Somerville costs $65 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 Somerville found in the last 2 weeks is $55.

  • What is the cheapest car rental company in Somerville?

    In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Thrifty ($39/day), Dollar ($39/day) and Hertz ($45/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest rental car price was found at Thrifty 646 Somerville Avenue 02143 (1 miles from city center).

  • How much is gas price in Somerville?

    The average gas price in Somerville is $3.55 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between $43 and $57, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular rental car in Somerville?

    Intermediate (Honda Civic or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Somerville.

  • Which car rental companies are at Logan Intl airport (BOS)?

    Car rental companies onsite at Logan Intl airport include Kyte, Dollar, Hertz, Budget, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Thrifty, Alamo, Sixt, Avis and Payless.

  • Which car rental companies will pick you up at Logan Intl airport (BOS)?

    Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Logan Intl airport to off-airport locations include Dollar, Hertz, Budget, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Thrifty, Alamo, Avis, Payless, and National.

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

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

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

    An Intermediate car rental in Somerville costs $37 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Standard car rental cost in Somerville?

    A Standard car rental in Somerville costs $40 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Compact car rental cost in Somerville?

    A Compact car rental in Somerville costs $42 per day, on average.

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

    On average a rental car in Somerville costs $456 per week ($65 per day).

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

    On average a rental car in Somerville costs $1,953 per month ($65 per day).

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

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

  • How many car agencies are operating in Somerville?

    KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 5 car rental agencies in Somerville.

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

    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 Somerville?

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

  • How old do I have to be to rent a car in Somerville?

    The minimum age requirement to hire Somerville cheap car rentals often varies depending on the agencies. However, the minimum age for most rental agencies is 18. Some car rental agencies usually have an age restriction for renters under 21. Most car rental agencies will often charge a young driver’s daily fee for renters under 25. Some car rental agencies do not have a maximum renter’s age limit. However, some have restrictions or daily fees for drivers over 75 years.

  • What are the child seat rules in Somerville?

    When riding with your child in Somerville the child must be well-fastened and secured in approved child passenger restraints. This mostly applies to children less than eight years old and less than 57 inches tall. Children over eight and taller than 57 inches must wear seat belts in moving cars. No child is allowed in the front passenger seat. Somerville law demands all children be in their proper seats.

Somerville car rental reviews and directory 
All ratings and reviews are collected from KAYAK users with a verified car rental booking. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

9.2

Best rated

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

9.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

9.7

Value for money

9.0

3 locations in Somerville

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Locations in Somerville

1815 Massachusetts Avenue

+1 617 299 2075

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221 Mystic Avenue

+1 781 391 1561

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
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Saturday09:00 - 12:00
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37 Mystic Ave

+1 617 625 1766

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Aug 2024

Economy

KAYAK
Easy to pick up and return the car. No bait and switch pricing.

10.0 Wonderful

Megan, Feb 2024

Compact SUV

KAYAK
Riley was friendly, helpful, and quick. Thank you

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Aug 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

Everything went off without a problem would recommend to anyone

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Jul 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

They at least called to tell me the car I was to pick up that day, but had rented online a few days prior, was not available

Cons:

If they had called me before the day of the rental. The woman said they had been sold out of cars for days. I had rented it 2 or 3 days prior so they rented me a car that did not exist. They could have served me better to not rent me a car at all. Just tell me they aren't available so I don't have to end up paying more someplace else

8.0 Very good

Kenny, Jul 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Easy pick up and drop off.

Cons:

Car choice. I didn’t like the car I had at all.

4.8 Mediocre

Anonymous, Dec 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

Friendly staff

Cons:

The car was filthy and full of dog hair. It was also very out of alignment

1 out of 3

Hertz

Cheapest deal
Most popular

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.4

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.3

Value for money

7.3

3 locations in Somerville

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242 Mystic Avenue

+1 781 306 0610

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

30 Washington St

+1 857 998 3314

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

646 Somerville Avenue

+1 617 625 7958

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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4.0 Mediocre

Anonymous, May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

The staff who helped me at pick-up was very kind.

Cons:

1. the car smelled like cigarettes. 2. They did not have the class of vehicle which I reserved, and I was given the worst vehicle i've driven in my life. I needed a car for a golf trip, and the vehicle I was given couldn't even fit 1 bag of golf clubs in the trunk.

4.0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Apr 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

The staff was excellent

Cons:

The broken rear view mirror was a repeating problem. It would not stay in position. I had to stop numerous times to readjust it because it would close onto the door while on the highway making it impossible to see out the back on the right side of the van. Not acceptable.

7.6 Good

Muhammad Ibrahim, Sep 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Good behavior of people working and nice cars

Cons:

Helpline services and more instructions on returning car instructions when the store is closed

10.0 Wonderful

Betsy, Jul 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

The staff at Hertz Rental Car were helpful & friendly. The car was comfortable & was the best price out there. The office was in a location that was easy to get to.

Cons:

The Hertz location that I went to did not accept debit cards. It would have made my experience much better if I had been informed of that ahead of time as I had to go back home to get my credit card. Even better, I thought they did not have a viable reason for not accepting debit cards in the first place.

2.8 Poor

Anonymous, Jun 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

Car smelled as if four people Chain smoked in it. Rental agency had no other cars on the lot to exchange. Felt sick entire time - smell was so strong. I ordered a VW Jetta and got a Chevy Malibu.

10.0 Wonderful

Lucas, Nov 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

I love having a Hertz so close to home. Not a good choice if you're renting from the airport but for Camberville people, this is a great option!

1 out of 4

Thrifty

6.0

Okay

One location in Somerville

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Locations in Somerville

646 Somerville Avenue

+1 617 625 7958

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
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Dollar

5.7

Fair

One location in Somerville

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646 Somerville Avenue

+1 617 625 7958

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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One location in Somerville

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Locations in Somerville

70 Prospect Street

+1 617 628 8800

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27 travelers who rented a car in Somerville gave the car agency they used an average rating of 5.9

Car rental locations in or near Somerville

Good to know

Most popular agency

Hertz

Most popular car type

Intermediate

Average price

$65/day

Good deal

$53/day

When to book a rental car in Somerville

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Somerville car rental information

Pick-up locationSomerville
Car typesCompact, Compact SUV, Economy, Full-size, Full-size SUV, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Minivan, Premium, Premium SUV, Standard, Standard SUV
Rental locations6
Airport locations0
Popular agenciesGetaround, Hertz, Dollar, Turo, Thrifty