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Cambridge car rentals from $35/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 Cambridge with a pick-up date of 11/12 and drop-off date of 12/10. 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 Cambridge

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Kia Soul car
Kia Soul
or similar SMALL
4
2
2/4
$35/day
Toyota Corolla car
Toyota Corolla
or similar MEDIUM
5
3
2/4
$35/day
Toyota Prius car
Toyota Prius
or similar MEDIUM
5
3
2/4
$47/day
Class Full-size Car car
Class Full-size Car
or similar LARGE
5
2
4-5
$46/day
Jeep Wrangler car
Jeep Wrangler
or similar SUV
2
2
4-5
$58/day
Toyota Sienna car
Toyota Sienna
or similar VAN
5
5
4-5
$65/day
Toyota Highlander car
Toyota Highlander
or similar SUV
5
2
4-5
$63/day
Audi A4 car
Audi A4
or similar LUXURY
5
5
4-5
$65/day
Toyota Tacoma car
Toyota Tacoma
or similar PICKUPTRUCK
5
3
2/4
$57/day
Ford Edge car
Ford Edge
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
$50/day
Ford Escape car
Ford Escape
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
$51/day
Best rates found by KAYAK users in the past 48 hours.

KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Cambridge

  • If you plan on visiting Cambridge, you should consider getting cheap car rentals in Cambridge to allow you to move easily while touring the city. With your Cambridge car rental, you will be able to visit some of the most popular attractions in the city, such as the Harvard Art Museum, the Museum of Science, and Fenway Park, all of which are within a 5-mile radius of the city center. You can also visit the neighboring city of Salem, which is only 23 miles away from Cambridge. Here, you can find amazing attractions such as Salem Maritime National Historic Site and the Salem Witch Trials Memorial.
  • When you get a cheap rental car in Cambridge, you don’t have to return it to the same rental shop you picked it up. Most rental companies have branches all over town and will allow you to drop off your rental car at a different location that is convenient for you. For example, there are about four rental shops around Harvard Train Station and an additional three within a mile from the Kendall/MIT subway station.
  • Before getting a cheap rental car in Cambridge, you should know that the city is known for heavy traffic, especially during rush hours. Some of the roads to watch out for include Fresh Pond Parkway, the I-395 between the Connecticut State Line and the Massachusetts Turnpike, Auburn, Soldiers Field Road, the I-290 between I-90, Auburn, and I-495, Marlborough as well as Alewife Brook Parkway, and Leverett Circle, Boston. The morning rush hour is usually between 6 am and 10 am, while the evening rush hour is usually between 3 pm and 7 pm.
  • Be flexible when visiting the city of major universities and rent a car to explore Harvard, MIT, or Boston center, which is east of Cambridge. Benefit from a rental car and become the creator of your own travel itinerary without having to rely on public transport or expensive cabs.
  • Boston Logan International Airport is the best option to choose when flying into Boston. The airport features various onsite car rental agencies, which provide customers with vehicles of all shapes and sizes for every taste. Shuttle buses from the terminal operate to and from the car rental center, so look for the white-and-blue buses that leave from every terminal.
  • Driving in Cambridge and Boston can be a challenge at first, with many cyclists and pedestrians teeming on the sidewalks and streets. Jaywalking is a regular sight and it is advised to always double-check attentively before entering an intersection to ensure there are no pedestrians or cyclists crossing a red light. Traffic signs, in general, are often not adhered to by drivers, pedestrians, and cyclists, so driving defensively is important.
  • Congestion in Cambridge can be severe, especially during peak times at 7-9 am and 5-8 pm on weekdays. If there is a Harvard football game, traffic can also increase around the entire campus, so check traffic conditions and possible events in advance to avoid getting stuck in traffic jams. Winters can be harsh in and around Cambridge with lots of snow, and it is important to weather-proof the vehicle when driving during the cold months.
  • 25% of our users found rental cars in Cambridge for $63 or less
  • Book your rental car in Cambridge at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Standard rental cars in Cambridge are around 21% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about renting a car in Cambridge

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

    Unless it is winter, there is no need for a 4-wheel-drive car, but a compact car is a wise decision to make in either case. Travelers who do not need too much luggage space or have many people with them will benefit from the mobility of a smaller car. With traffic conditions sometimes getting extreme in the city, a smaller car is easier to navigate and maneuver around.

  • What’s the speed limit in Cambridge?

    Do not drive over 25 mph within the city limits of Cambridge, and slow down in narrower parts of the city. Outside Cambridge, drivers are permitted to go as fast as 50 mph, but check the posted speed limit signs, as regulations can change from street to street (usually between 45 and up to 65 mph is possible). Freeways permit drivers to drive up to 65 mph.

  • Where are the best places to park in Cambridge?

    Finding parking in Cambridge can require some patience and time, but it becomes considerably easier when knowing where it is possible. The coveted on-street parking spaces are metered, so have quarters ready to feed the machine accordingly. Time restrictions usually apply from 8 am to 8 pm. There are also parking lots and garages available, which are certainly the best choice if parking overnight, but also quite pricey with an average rate of $20-30 per night.

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

    On average a rental car in Cambridge costs $78 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 Cambridge found in the last 2 weeks is $42.

  • What is the cheapest car rental company in Cambridge?

    In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Avis ($35/day), Enterprise Rent-A-Car ($35/day) and Budget ($47/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest rental car price was found at Avis 1 Bennett Street 02138 (1 miles from city center).

  • How much is gas price in Cambridge?

    The average gas price in Cambridge is $3.70 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between $44 and $59, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular rental car in Cambridge?

    Standard (Nissan Rogue or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Cambridge.

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

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

  • 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, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Budget, Thrifty, Avis, Alamo, National, and Payless.

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

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

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

    A Standard car rental in Cambridge costs $88 per day, on average.

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

    An Intermediate car rental in Cambridge costs $93 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Premium car rental cost in Cambridge?

    A Premium car rental in Cambridge costs $168 per day, on average.

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

    On average a rental car in Cambridge costs $548 per week ($78 per day).

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

    On average a rental car in Cambridge costs $2,347 per month ($78 per day).

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

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

  • How many car agencies are operating in Cambridge?

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

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

    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 Cambridge?

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

  • Will I be charged to cancel my booking?

    This primarily depends on your rental company since different companies tend to have different policies. With companies such as Avis, Enterprise, and Budget, free cancellation for cheap car rentals in Cambridge is available until pick-up time, meaning you won’t have to pay a dime if you don’t arrive for your reservation. Others, such as Kyte, allow free cancellation 48 hours before the pick-up time.

  • Is free parking available in Cambridge?

    Unfortunately, there aren’t any free street parking spaces in the city. If you’re looking for a place to park your cheap rental car in Cambridge, you can check out the municipal parking garages. One is on First Street in East Cambridge near Cambridge Crossing, while the other is on Green Street in Central Square.

Cambridge 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.

Hertz

10.0

Wonderful

Best rated
Cheapest deal

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

One location in Cambridge

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Locations in Cambridge

24 Eliot St

+1 617 338 1520

Monday07:30 - 16:00
Tuesday07:30 - 16:00
Wednesday07:30 - 16:00
Thursday07:30 - 16:00
Friday07:30 - 16:00
Saturday08:00 - 16:00
Sunday09:00 - 13:00

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Avis

9.1

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

9.3

Pick-up/Drop-off

9.0

Value for money

8.7

2 locations in Cambridge

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Locations in Cambridge

1 Bennett Street

+1 617 534 1430

Monday08:00 - 16:00
Tuesday08:00 - 16:00
Wednesday08:00 - 16:00
Thursday08:00 - 16:00
Friday08:00 - 16:00
Saturday07:00 - 17:00
Sunday07:00 - 17:00

350 Massachusetts Avenue

+1 617 621 0413

Monday08:00 - 16:00
Tuesday08:00 - 16:00
Wednesday08:00 - 16:00
Thursday08:00 - 16:00
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6.4 Okay

Kyle, Oct 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Pickup was relatively easy, although they forgot to give me an exit ticket to leave the garage.

Cons:

The car had a cigarette smell in it. I also had a random $35 "Miscellaneous Fees" charge which I couldn't get dropped.

8.0 Very good

Viktor, Oct 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

The staff was helpful and friendly. The pickup experience was easy.

Cons:

It wasn't possible to adjust driver sit horizontal position - the control for that was just absent and sit was locked. Luckily it was locked in a position that suit me well. The drop-off was a bit confusing - all places were occupied and sign was directing to 7th floor, but there were no designated parking places on the 7th floor, so I was confused whether I should just leave the care wherever, or maybe I missed designated places.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Aug 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff was friendly and helpful.

4.8 Mediocre

Anonymous, Jun 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

I was given a car that had the left rear tire pressure very low: 25. The other three were at their correct pressure of 40. Before releasing a car to a customer, the avis should have taken the corrective measures so as not to give me a car with the warning light on in the display.

10.0 Wonderful

beth, Mar 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Kind staff at pick up

Cons:

Extension too pricey

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Mar 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Great value for price and with very professional, cheerful, helpful staff.

Cons:

Nothing in my perspective.

1 out of 4

Budget

Most popular

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

8.2

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.5

Value for money

7.8

2 locations in Cambridge

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Locations in Cambridge

1 Bennett Street

+1 617 661 0523

Monday08:00 - 16:00
Tuesday08:00 - 16:00
Wednesday08:00 - 16:00
Thursday08:00 - 16:00
Friday08:00 - 16:00
Saturday07:00 - 17:00
Sunday07:00 - 17:00

350 Massachusetts Avenue

+1 617 577 7606

Monday08:00 - 16:00
Tuesday08:00 - 16:00
Wednesday08:00 - 16:00
Thursday08:00 - 16:00
Friday08:00 - 16:00
Saturday08:00 - 16:00
Sunday08:00 - 16:00

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2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Oct 2024

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
Extremely unfriendly staff. Didn't get the car due to PIN problems. Signeture and creditcard plus ID didn't help.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Oct 2024

Compact

KAYAK
No problems. A very smooth transaction.

8.0 Very good

Christopher, Jun 2024

Luxury

KAYAK
I had to take the car to a car wash immediately after picking it up, because it was dirty on the exterior. Interior was dusty but mostly ok. Other than that, it was a good car and pick up and drop off were very convenient.

8.0 Very good

Marshall, Dec 2023

Full-size

KAYAK
Great

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Dec 2023

Compact

KAYAK
The rep at the counter was very friendly and helpful.

4.0 Mediocre

Anonymous, May 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

I would have paid for a car wash. Exterior car not washed at all. Inside dash board dusty. Nobody checked that car. Location for pick up next to Le Meridian hotel. ( Awesome). Rate on car unbeatable. Kia Sol driving good. Will I rent again from Budget, absolutely. I will just require a clean vehicle.

1 out of 4

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.3

Value for money

7.3

4 locations in Cambridge

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Locations in Cambridge

100 Cambridgeside Pl

+1 617 299 2134

Monday00:00 - 00:00
Tuesday00:00 - 00:00
Wednesday00:00 - 00:00
Thursday00:00 - 00:00
Friday00:00 - 00:00
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1815 Massachusetts Avenue

+1 617 299 2075

Monday00:00 - 00:00
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25 River Street

+1 617 547 7400

Monday08:00 - 16:00
Tuesday08:00 - 16:00
Wednesday08:00 - 16:00
Thursday08:00 - 16:00
Friday08:00 - 16:00
Saturday09:00 - 13:00
Sunday09:00 - 13:00

26 New St

+1 617 354 2302

Monday08:00 - 16:00
Tuesday08:00 - 16:00
Wednesday08:00 - 16:00
Thursday08:00 - 16:00
Friday08:00 - 16:00
Saturday09:00 - 13:00
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7.6 Good

Phuong, Sep 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

I had a special car and got charged extra when I asked for an SUV.

5.6 Fair

Anonymous, Sep 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

I was prompted to purchase insurance through your platform, which I did through Allianz for an added fee. However, I was then alerted by the rental facility where I rented the car that this insurance does not function the same way as their insurance and that, if I got in an accident, I would have to contact Allianz and file a separate claim, which would make the process much more difficult and time-consuming. Essentially, I purchased an add on through your platform that did nothing. I would like a full refund for my insurance.

Cons:

I was prompted to purchase insurance through your platform, which I did through Allianz for an added fee. However, I was then alerted by the rental facility where I rented the car that this insurance does not function the same way as their insurance and that, if I got in an accident, I would have to contact Allianz and file a separate claim, which would make the process much more difficult and time-consuming. Essentially, I purchased an add on through your platform that did nothing. I would like a full refund for my insurance.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Aug 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

Everything went off without a problem would recommend to anyone

8.0 Very good

Anonymous, Aug 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Friendly staff, pick up an drop off easy.

8.4 Very good

Anonymous, Apr 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff were out in a wet snow renting cars !

Cons:

Consider having the fuel tank filled, as much easier to return to some increment < full, as was asked for with my rental.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Sep 2023

Compact

KAYAK
They cancelled our reservation and had no cars available

1 out of 3

Thrifty

4.8

Cleanliness

5.7

Comfort

5.4

Pick-up/Drop-off

4.2

Value for money

4.5

One location in Cambridge

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110 Mt Auburn Street

+1 617 876 2758

Monday08:00 - 16:00
Tuesday08:00 - 16:00
Wednesday08:00 - 16:00
Thursday08:00 - 16:00
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2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Oct 2023

Compact

KAYAK
They told us we could pick up car and deliver it to site in cambridge. No one was there for pick up or drop off. Since we had to get the car we had to get on metro and go into Boston and wasted a good three hours running around trying to find place. Would absolutely not recommend them to Anyone

6.0 Okay

Anonymous, Jun 2022

KAYAK
The toll pass is a rip-off. Return at Newark is chaotic. No one, including aKayak has sent me a receipt

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, May 2022

KAYAK
We provided with a wrong car rental pickup location. We had to rent another car from a different company. We lost an hour for getting different car. We requested full refund from the credit card company. We are very disappointed.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Apr 2022

KAYAK
Booked the car online in advance and got the order number. But when I went to pick up the car the office was closed and there was no staff, but the address was confirmed correct, almost 60 minutes back and forth to the hotel for this. unacceptable!

1 out of 2

52 travelers who rented a car in Cambridge gave the car agency they used an average rating of 7.7

Car rental locations in or near Cambridge

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Most popular agency

Getaround

Most popular car type

Standard

Average price

$78/day

Good deal

$63/day

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Everything you need to know for your car rental in Cambridge

Cambridge car rental information

Pick-up locationCambridge
Car typesCompact, Full-size, Full-size SUV, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Luxury, Minivan, Pickup truck, SUV, Standard, Standard SUV
Rental locations10
Airport locations0
Popular agenciesAvis, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Turo, Budget, Getaround