Edison car hire

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Most popular car type

Standard

KAYAK’s insights & trends for Edison car hire

Check out the latest trends and booking tips to hire a car in Edison with confidence.

How far in advance should you book car hire in Edison?

You should book your car hire in Edison around 76 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the best car hire company in Edison?

Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car hire companies in Edison are Avis (8.6, 3 reviews), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (7.6, 3 reviews), and Budget (4.5, 4 reviews).
Avis
Avis
Rated 8.6/10
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Rated 7.6/10
Budget
Budget
Rated 4.5/10
Hertz
Hertz
Rated 0.0/10

What is the most popular car to hire in Edison?

SUV cars (Chevrolet Suburban or similar) are the most popular type of vehicle to hire in Edison. SUV cars in Edison cost £106/day on average, though some users have found deals as low as £31/day.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Edison?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Edison is February at an average cost of £36/day. July is the most expensive month to hire a car in Edison when prices are £69/day on average, which tends to be 2% above the yearly average hire price for Edison.

What car hire company in Edison has the most locations?

Budget operates 4 locations in Edison, more than any other car hire company.
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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Edison

  • Car rental in Edison is a great way to add more flexibility to your journey compared to if you travel using another mode of transport. You can drive direct to your location with a hire car, as well as depart at a time of your choosing. For example, you can drive to Plainfield in about 25 minutes. This same journey via bus or train takes approximately an hour and also requires a transfer along the way.
  • Newark Airport (EWR) is one of the nearest terminals to Edison, which makes it a great place to collect your hire car from. Once you’ve landed and passed through Immigration, it won’t take long to locate the car hire branches. For example, you can reach both Thrifty and Dollar via a short shuttle service from outside the Arrivals Hall. Your Edison car hire provider will then take you to your vehicle once you have completed the necessary paperwork and shown a valid ID.
  • Car rental in Edison is a great way to travel around this popular town. In general, drivers here are respectful and are not aggressive. However, if you drive closer to New York, you will find that the roads get far more chaotic. Keep an eye out for unknowing tourists who will cross the road in places that they’re not supposed to. Mopeds and motorcycles are popular modes of transport in this town, so remember to check your mirrors frequently to be aware of your surroundings. It can also snow a lot here, so during the winter, only drive when it is safe to do so.
  • When driving an Edison hire car, you will notice that traffic gets extremely heavy, especially from around 8:00 to 10:00 and about 16:00 to 19:00. This is rush hour, when locals are driving to nearby cities, such as New York, for work. If you don’t like driving on congested roads, it’s best to avoid rush hour. One road that is normally very busy is Highway 287, which travels right through the centre of the town. An alternative road to try is Amboy Avenue, which shouldn’t be as busy.
  • Intermediate hire cars in Edison are around 73% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about car hire in Edison

  • Which car hire agencies are at John F Kennedy Intl airport (JFK)?

    Car hire companies onsite at John F Kennedy Intl airport include National, Sixt, Ace, Dollar and Avis.

  • Which car hire agencies are at Newark airport (EWR)?

    Car hire companies onsite at Newark airport include Hertz, Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Thrifty and Avis.

  • Which car hire agencies are at LaGuardia airport (LGA)?

    Car hire companies onsite at LaGuardia airport include Sixt and Dollar.

  • Which car hire companies will pick you up at John F Kennedy Intl airport (JFK)?

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

  • Which car hire companies will pick you up at Newark airport (EWR)?

    Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Newark airport to off-airport locations include Hertz, Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Thrifty and Avis.

  • Which car hire companies will pick you up at LaGuardia airport (LGA)?

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

  • How can I find car hires near me in Edison?

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

  • How much does a Standard car hire cost in Edison?

    A Standard car hire in Edison costs £117 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Full Size car hire cost in Edison?

    A Full Size car hire in Edison costs £104 per day, on average.

  • How much does an Intermediate car hire cost in Edison?

    An Intermediate car hire in Edison costs £31 per day, on average.

  • Should I get insurance when hiring a car in Edison?

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

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

    Car rental in Edison is well suited to a compact vehicle that will help you get around the busy roads easily. This type of car will also help you when it comes to parking, as you’ll be able to park in tighter spaces. If you plan to drive into the countryside, then you might want a larger vehicle, like most of the locals have. For example, an SUV is a great idea if you want to enjoy enhanced grip and handling on the rural roads.

  • What’s the speed limit in Edison?

    You must follow the seed limits when you’re driving in the city, otherwise you run the risk of being prosecuted by the police. If you’re caught by a speed camera, your car hire provider will be informed, and you’ll be fined. Driving at a slower rate is also a good idea, as it reduces your risk of being involved in an accident. The top speed in the town, 35 mph (56 km/h). This goes to 55 mph (89 km/h) on urban interstates, whereas on rural interstates, the top speed limit is 65 mph (105 km/h).

  • Where are the best places to park in Edison?

    There are some great places to park in this town, which is a good idea for anyone in a hire car. For example, you can park at Metuchen Station Lot 10 on Pearl Street for about $0.50 (approximately ₹0.40) for 30 minutes. You can park here for a maximum of 2 hours. Alternatively, on-street parking in the town will cost you about $1-2 (₹80-₹160) for an hour, with a top stay of 2 hours.

Edison car hire reviews and directory

 
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Avis

8.6

Very Good

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Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.6

Value for money

8.6

3 locations in Edison

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Locations in Edison

1354 Stelton Rd

+1 732 752 6800

Monday07:00 - 17:00
Tuesday07:00 - 17:00
Wednesday07:00 - 17:00
Thursday07:00 - 17:00
Friday07:00 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 12:00

15 Wood Ave

+1 848 200 7776

Monday08:00 - 12:00
Tuesday08:00 - 12:00
Wednesday08:00 - 12:00
Thursday08:00 - 12:00
Friday08:00 - 12:00
Saturday08:00 - 12:00

550 Route 1 North

+1 732 985 1414

Monday08:00 - 12:00
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2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Feb 2024

Passenger van

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We did not get the 15 passenger Ford Transit and we did not get that. I called and let them know that was not gonna be able to get there until 4:30pm instead. He said it was ok. Once we arrived they told my brother they did not have a van for us. I walked in 5 minutes later and he was on the phone calling someone to get a van. I went to say something to him and he told me to wait a minute. I began to talk to my husband and rudely interrupted and said he was on the phone. When he got off the phone he told us he had a van but we had to go to another location. Our entire trip was uncomfortable and miserable. We went to be with family and had to crane everything in and no leg room. Our luggage was under our seats and done was hitting me and my sister-in-law in our head. We were sitting in the next to last row. We also called when we were coming back to see if we can drop off at the location we picked the van up from. The told us we had to drop off at there locatio or we would be charged a fee. My entire trip was ruined. I have neck and vack pain. No one enjoyed the trip. This was one of the wirst experiences I had renting a vehicle. My cousin had a similar experience this weekend as well. The vehicle she was supposed to get the didn't have theirs either. I do not recommend this location nor will I rent from them ever again. The customer service was horrible. I feel my money should be refunded for the pair service we received.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, May 2021

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Pros:

Customer service

Cons:

Never book cars with agents. You never know what you will get. The Car was smoking car, wovel / shakes at 50ml/hour, wheel balancing not good.

1 out of 1

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.6

Good

Read 3 reviews

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.5

Value for money

7.9

2 locations in Edison

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2136 State Route 27

+1 732 572 7700

Monday08:00 - 12:00
Tuesday08:00 - 12:00
Wednesday08:00 - 12:00
Thursday08:00 - 12:00
Friday08:00 - 12:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday09:00 - 12:00

2913 Woodbridge Ave

+1 732 516 1079

Monday08:00 - 12:00
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Thursday08:00 - 12:00
Friday08:00 - 12:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
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2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Jun 2024

People carrier

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Very bad.

1 out of 1

Budget

4.5

Mediocre

Read 4 reviews

Cleanliness

4.0

Comfort

5.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

4.5

Value for money

3.5

4 locations in Edison

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1354 Stelton Rd

+1 732 653 7300

Monday07:00 - 17:00
Tuesday07:00 - 17:00
Wednesday07:00 - 17:00
Thursday07:00 - 17:00
Friday07:00 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 12:00

15 Wood Ave

+1 848 200 7777

Monday08:00 - 12:00
Tuesday08:00 - 12:00
Wednesday08:00 - 12:00
Thursday08:00 - 12:00
Friday08:00 - 12:00
Saturday08:00 - 12:00

51 Us Highway 1

+1 732 937 8118

Monday08:00 - 12:00
Tuesday08:00 - 12:00
Wednesday08:00 - 12:00
Thursday08:00 - 12:00
Friday08:00 - 12:00
Saturday08:00 - 12:00
Sunday10:00 - 13:00

550 Route 1 North

+1 732 572 2112

Monday08:00 - 12:00
Tuesday08:00 - 12:00
Wednesday08:00 - 12:00
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2.8 Poor

Rahul, Sept 2020

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Pros:

I was charged around 100 dollars extra since I dropped off around 40 mins off the time from what I picked up the car. This is ridiculous!!! This was the first and the last time I will be renting from here. Staff does not know what they are doing. For anything the answer is the system does it, I don’t know. First of all, it took for ever to rent the car, only one choice, no options to pick from, computer system was slow, etc.

Cons:

To not get charged, basically it’s around 1 day’s rental cost.

5.2 Fair

Mark, Jul 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

The car was a complete mess when we picked it up.

1 out of 2

Hertz

No score available yet

2 locations in Edison

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Locations in Edison

1052 Stelton Road

+1 732 981 0385

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

1153 Raritan Avenue

+1 732 572 8913

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

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Payless

No score available yet

2 locations in Edison

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Locations in Edison

1354 Stelton Road

+1 732 317 9096

Monday07:00 - 17:00
Tuesday07:00 - 17:00
Wednesday07:00 - 17:00
Thursday07:00 - 17:00
Friday07:00 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 12:00

550 Route 1 North

+1 848 202 1390

Monday08:00 - 12:00
Tuesday08:00 - 12:00
Wednesday08:00 - 12:00
Thursday08:00 - 12:00
Friday08:00 - 12:00
Saturday08:00 - 12:00

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Autoteam Car Rental

No score available yet

One location in Edison

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Locations in Edison

1259 US #1 South at Route 87

+1 732 727 7272

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20 travellers who hired a car in Edison gave the car agency they used an average rating of 7.3

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Car hire insurance in Edison

Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) & Theft Protection Waiver

Some Edison car providers already include Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) and Theft Protection Waiver into the hire price but not all of them. We recommend being aware of your coverage when hiring a car in Edison.

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Deductible

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