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Economy | $54/day |
Compact | $54/day |
Intermediate | $55/day |
Minivan | $112/day |
Full-size SUV | $55/day |
Luxury | $82/day |
Pickup truck | $65/day |
Premium SUV | $98/day |
Intermediate SUV | $54/day |
Standard SUV | $55/day |
On average a rental car in Amherst costs $58 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 Amherst found in the last 2 weeks is $36.
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Hertz ($54/day), Budget ($65/day) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car ($85/day).
The average gas price in Amherst is $3.89 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between $47 and $62, depending on the car size.
Compact (Nissan Kicks or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Amherst.
Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.
A Compact car rental in Amherst costs $89 per day, on average.
A Standard car rental in Amherst costs $124 per day, on average.
A Luxury car rental in Amherst costs $80 per day, on average.
On average a rental car in Amherst costs $409 per week ($58 per day).
On average a rental car in Amherst costs $1,753 per month ($58 per day).
Most car rental providers in Amherst offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car rental in Amherst, check out KAYAK's car rental insurance guide.
KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 4 car rental agencies in Amherst.
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Amherst features all four seasons, including snowy winters, so having a car with good traction, such as an all-wheel drive (AWD) or four-wheel drive (4WD) system, is essential to navigate safely during the winter months. Furthermore, since Amherst is a suburban area with well-maintained roads, a compact SUV or crossover would be a practical option, offering a balance between maneuverability in urban traffic and enough space for passengers and luggage.
The speed limits in Amherst vary based on the type of road and its location. In the region's residential areas and urban streets, the speed limit is around 30 mph. On major arterial roads and highways within Amherst, the speed limit ranges from around 40 to 55 mph. It's advisable to check the signage while driving to get updated on the required limit with respect to the road type.
Amherst features a convenient parking option at the University at Buffalo's North Campus, which offers ample parking spaces, both in open lots and parking garages. The university's parking lots and garages have rates ranging from around $1 to $2 per hour, with around $8 for a full day. For downtown Amherst, there are several metered parking spaces with parking rates ranging from around $0.25 to $1 per hour, based on the location.
2 locations in Amherst
Locations in Amherst
2753 Niagara Falls Blvd
+1 716 691 2659
3780 Sheridan Drive
+1 716 836 0764
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6.0 Okay
Dec 2021
10.0 Wonderful
May 2021
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great.Cons:
Seamless.3.6 Poor
Oct 2020
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Pickup and drop off went fine.Cons:
The seats were awful. The reason I rented the Full Size SUV was to have a better seat for a long drive The KIA Sorrento did not have ant adjustments fo the seat angle or lumbar and were like sitting in a wood chair.8.0 Very good
Jul 2020
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Pickup location no longer works with Hertz. Had to Uber to another location 20 miles away.8.8 Very good
Sep 2018
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Pick-up of the vehicle was very easy. Also, drop off on Sunday(closed) was also easy via the on-site drop box. The car was also clean.Cons:
Shortly after leaving this location(after location had closed) it became very apparent that one of the tires on the vehicle had a very slow leak which was a nagging issue throughout the entire trip. The tire pressure was lower than the rest upon pick-up but I did not expect that it was actually leaking, simply under filled.10.0 Wonderful
Aug 2018
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This was a great car for a much lower price than the airport. For the price of a ride share we saved almost $800.One location in Amherst
Locations in Amherst
3740 Sheridan Dr
+1 716 831 8041
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10.0 Wonderful
Sep 2017
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everything10.0 Wonderful
Aug 2021
One location in Amherst
Locations in Amherst
3740 Sheridan Drive
+1 716 831 3280
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8.8 Very good
Aug 2020
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When I picked the car up I didn’t see that the maintenance required light was on. When I called to ask for help I was transferred to three different people. I was lastly transferred to road side assistance whom I didn’t ask for and was scolded by them for bothering them. I ultimately called my own mechanic at 9 o’clock at night who helped me with the light.4.0 Mediocre
Jul 2020
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Got an upgraded version of the car I ordered because none were in stock.Cons:
Car they gave me smelled like pot. Also had a noise coming from the wheel which I though was just a bad bearing but I ended up getting a flat after about 100 miles of through way driving. Had to drive 150 miles on a doughnut to find a car to a change it with9.6 Wonderful
Mar 2019
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Staff was very friendly.Cons:
When I called to extend, call went to national center and once there was told to contact local branch for extensions.10.0 Wonderful
Aug 2017
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Customer service was excellent. Rachel was efficient, helpful, and friendly.Cons:
Parking lot was too small for all the activity that this location gets.6 locations in Amherst
Locations in Amherst
10 Campbell Blvd
+1 716 932 4574
1500 Niagara Falls Blvd
+1 716 832 8000
2260 Sheridan Dr
+1 716 836 3030
2915 Niagara Falls Blvd
+1 716 691 3284
3579 Sheridan Drive
+1 716 836 2800
3700 Genesee Street
+1 716 565 5400
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10.0 Wonderful
Oct 2023
4.4 Mediocre
Aug 2020
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The van was not clean inside or outside, It smelled and there was a dirty T-shirt in the back and other things the last renter left. The only reason I didn’t return it the moment we got in, we were headed to a funeral.10.0 Wonderful
Mar 2017
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The workers were very friendly and helpful. We were able to upgrade with no problems. Car was clean and had no problems.Cons:
Location on google maps is incorrect for this location. It showed up as the the airport location. This should be addressed to alleviate confusion.6.0 Okay
Jan 2017
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The car functioned just fine.Cons:
Tank was totally, completely empty when I received the car, seats were stained, and there was a dent in the side. When we returned the car, despite it being mid-day, there was no attendant in the garage, so we just had to go inside to drop the keys and go on faith that they'd remember all those problems and not charge us for them.5.2 Fair
Jan 2017
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Lots of extra charges on top of original quote. Extra days rental charge for being an hour late on return. No one at airport to speak with.2.0 Poor
Jan 2017
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Agent attitude .One location in Amherst
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Pick-up location | Amherst |
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Car types | Compact, Economy, Full-size SUV, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Luxury, Minivan, Pickup truck, Premium SUV, Standard SUV |
Rental locations | 5 |
Airport locations | 0 |
Popular agencies | Turo, Budget, Hertz, Enterprise Rent-A-Car |