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Compare car rental prices from leading companies in Hoboken with Road Genius. From small economy cars to premium SUVs and minivans, you'll find vehicles at great prices in convenient locations. Pick up downtown, in nearby Jersey City, or 24/7 at Newark Liberty Airport, then hit the Lincoln Tunnel toward Manhattan or cruise south to the Jersey Shore. Just reserve early as local inventory disappears fast.
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On average, car rentals in Hoboken cost around $67 per day, with the lowest-priced rentals starting at $25 per day.
Compare multiple pickup spots: prices in Jersey City often run 10-15 % lower than Hoboken and avoid the big airport surcharges, so plug both locations (and Newark Airport) into the search box before you book.
Tweak your dates: mid-week pickups and returns can be cheaper than weekend starts, and a 7-day "weekly" rate sometimes beats a 4-5 day rental.
Go compact: the smallest class costs less to rent and fits Hoboken's tight garage spaces, saving you cash and stress on parking.
Avoid Manhattan pickups: rates jump 30-50 %, plus you'll pay the $16 tunnel toll just to collect the car. Grab the PATH train over, then rent on the Jersey side.
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Jersey Shore – Asbury Park beaches
Philadelphia – Independence Hall
Upstate New York – Woodbury Commons outlets
Atlantic City – boardwalk, casinos
Do I really need to rent a car in Hoboken?
You don't need a car to explore Hoboken and visit Manhattan. It's often a hassle because of parking and traffic. However, you might want a rental car for day trips to suburbs, shore points and other places that are hard to reach by public transit.
Where can I park my rental car in Hoboken?
You can use commercial garages for the most reliable parking, costing about $25-40 a day. It's very hard to find street parking because most areas require a resident permit. In visitor zones, you can park for up to 4 hours by paying on the ParkMobile app.
What's the best strategy for visiting Manhattan with a rental car?
We recommend leaving your car in Hoboken and taking public transportation to Manhattan. If you have to drive, expect to pay $30-60 for a parking garage and face long traffic delays at the tunnels during rush hour.
How do I handle tolls when driving in the area?
Most rental cars come with an E-ZPass transponder. You can sign up for the rental company's toll program, which costs about $5-10 a day plus the actual tolls, or you can use your own E-ZPass if it's compatible. If you drive without an E-ZPass, the rental company gets billed for the tolls and will charge you that amount plus an extra service fee.
Can I find street parking for my rental car overnight in Hoboken?
It's very hard to find street parking overnight in Hoboken if you don't have a resident permit. Your best options are to use a commercial garage for $25-40 a night or look for parking in nearby towns where the rules are less strict and then take public transit back to Hoboken.
What's the best rental car pickup location when staying in Hoboken?
Hoboken doesn't have many rental car locations. You'll find a better selection in Jersey City, which is just a short ride away. Newark Airport has the widest variety of cars, but the rental will include airport fees. You should pick a location based on what you need and how you plan to get there.
Are there restrictions on where I can drive the rental car?
Most rental companies let you drive the car throughout the United States and into Canada. Driving to Mexico is usually not allowed. Some luxury cars may have extra rules about where you can take them.
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