Massachusetts car rentals

Intermediate (Toyota RAV4 or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Massachusetts.

Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car rental companies in Massachusetts are Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7.8, 78 reviews), Avis (7.7, 60 reviews), and Hertz (7.4, 84 reviews).

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Hiring a car in Massachusetts is the easiest way to explore the state. If you're staying in Boston, you can visit Plymouth in less than an hour by car. Cape Cod is just under two hours from Boston by car but takes around 2h 30min using public transportation. Trains and buses in cities are usually readily available (though they can be overwhelming to first-time visitors) but between cities, a car is often the easiest option. You can find Massachusetts car hire companies at most airports, letting you enjoy the freedom your own vehicle allows from the very beginning of your trip.

Driving in Massachusetts is very safe and outside of Boston, you'll generally find it quiet and comfortable. Roads will get a bit busier in cities and towns, but drivers are generally fairly relaxed. In Boston, it can be more overwhelming. You'll want to make sure you have your GPS or phone handy, as some roads aren't well-signed, and it will be much busier than other areas. The streets are also quite winding and narrow in some sections, and drivers of larger vehicles may feel restricted. But, if you avoid rush hour and plan out your route ahead of time, doing a small amount of driving in Boston will likely be simple.

Most Massachusetts car hire companies will allow drivers aged 21 or older to drive their vehicles. You'll usually need to have held your licence for at least 12 months (consecutively) and drivers who are younger than 25 will usually need to pay a Young Driver's Fee. Younger drivers may wish to check locations in neighbouring states as some, such as New York, allow drivers aged 18 or older to hire a car.