Saint John car rentals from C$ 58/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 Saint John with a pick-up date of 20/11 and drop-off date of 26/12. 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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KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Saint John
- Car hire in Saint John offers numerous perks compared to public transportation, including the freedom to move around the city at your pace. With a hired car, you can access many places that are hardly accessible by public transport due to fixed schedules. You can visit Reversing Falls, New Brunswick Museum, Fort Howe, Rockwood Park, Irving Nature Park and even remote attractions like Fundy National Park, Hopewell Rocks and St. Martins Sea Caves. Hiring a car also provides privacy to comfortably explore the city of Saint John. You can set the vehicle to meet your preferred temperatures, play your select music and travel in a personalised environment.
- Saint John is served by three major airports where you can hire a car, including Moncton International Airport (YQM), Fredericton Airport (YFC) and Saint John Airport (YSJ). The companies for car hire in Saint John at Moncton Airport include Hertz, Enterprise, Thrifty, Avis and Budget are on the main level of the airport’s terminal. If you are flying into Fredericton Airport, the onsite car hire companies, including Avis, Budget, Enterprise and National, are in the terminal near the luggage claim. For Saint John Airport, car hire companies onsite include Alamo, Budget, Enterprise and National. The vehicles are outside the airport’s terminal building for pick-up and drop-off.
- Using car hire in Saint John, you’ll find there are several roundabouts; ensure you follow the traffic circle rules when approaching and exiting. Yield to the vehicles already in the circle and wait for a clear gap to enter the ring. Ensure you indicate when you are leaving the circle. Saint John occasionally experiences pedestrians crossing the road unexpectedly; therefore, be cautious, especially in urban areas with high pedestrian traffic and near pedestrian crossings.
- Rush hours in Saint John typically run from 07:30 to 09:00 and 16:30 to 18:00. Consider using less congested routes during peak hours and avoid Highway 1, Route 1 and 7, which experience heavier traffic during peak hours. Saint John has various festivals and events throughout the year, including the Dragon Boat Festival in July, Buskers on the Bay Festival in August and Area 506 Festival during summer; these increase traffic and sometimes even cause closures of certain roads. The city experiences winter weather from December to February, which can cause icy and slippery roads. Consider hiring a vehicle with extra stability when visiting during winter. Appropriate winter tyres can be added to your Saint John car hire booking.
- 25% of our users found rental cars in Saint John for C$ 67 or less
- Book your rental car in Saint John at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Off-airport rental car locations in Saint John are around 7% cheaper than airport locations on average
- Economy rental cars in Saint John are around 10% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about renting a car in Saint John
How much does it cost to rent a car in Saint John?
On average a rental car in Saint John costs C$ 77 per day.
What is the cheapest car rental company in Saint John?
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Avis (C$ 58/day), Budget (C$ 66/day) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (C$ 70/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest rental car price was found at Avis 4 Water Street E2L 2A5 (1 kilometers from city center).
How much is gas price in Saint John?
The average gas price in Saint John is C$ 6.63 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between C$ 79 and C$ 106, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular rental car in Saint John?
Economy (Kia Rio or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Saint John.
Which car rental companies are at Saint John airport (YSJ)?
Car rental companies onsite at Saint John airport include Budget, Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Avis.
Which car rental companies will pick you up at Saint John airport (YSJ)?
Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Saint John airport to off-airport locations include Budget, Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Avis.
How can I find car rentals near me in Saint John?
Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.
How much does an Economy car rental cost in Saint John?
An Economy car rental in Saint John costs C$ 80 per day, on average.
How much does an Intermediate car rental cost in Saint John?
An Intermediate car rental in Saint John costs C$ 73 per day, on average.
How much does a Compact car rental cost in Saint John?
A Compact car rental in Saint John costs C$ 74 per day, on average.
How much does it cost to rent a car for a week in Saint John?
On average a rental car in Saint John costs C$ 537 per week (C$ 77 per day).
How much does it cost to rent a car long term for a month in Saint John?
On average a rental car in Saint John costs C$ 2,301 per month (C$ 77 per day).
What type of car is recommended for driving in Saint John?
The roads in Saint John are well-maintained, and most of the streets are not narrow; therefore, when hiring a car in the city, consider a comfortable and versatile car according to your preference. However, the town experiences winter seasons, which may affect driving conditions. Consider hiring an all-wheel drive to move on icy and slippery roads safely. If you want a long drive with family or a group of friends, consider hiring a mid-size vehicle with ample space for both luggage and passengers for a comfortable drive.
What’s the speed limit in Saint John?
The speed limits in Saint John are 50 km/h (31 mph) in residential areas and urban areas and 80 km/h (50 mph) to 100 km/h (62 mph) on major roads and highways, unless posted otherwise. School zones have a lower speed limit of 30 km/h (18 mph). Ensure you drive within the required speed limit to avoid penalties.
What are the best places to park in Saint John?
Saint John has several car parks that you can consider. When looking for a parking spot, ensure you familiarise yourself with the parking regulations in various locations within the city. To save money, consider free car parks, including uptown areas, residential areas, shopping centres and the exhibition park. Parking costs about CA$1 ($0.76) to CA$2 ($1.51) per hour, depending on the location. You can find metered parking, mostly in downtown Saint John. Consider Market Square Parking Garage, Peel Plaza Parking Lot, Brunswick Square Parking Garage and Canterbury Street Parking Lot.
Saint John 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.
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
10.0
Wonderful
Read 3 reviewsCleanliness
9.6
Comfort
10.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
Value for money
9.2
4 locations in Saint John
Locations in Saint John
10 Crown St
+1 506 642 9176
132 Station Street
+1 506 693 8688
4180 Loch Lomond Road
+1 506 696 3340
516 Rothesay Avenue
+1 506 633 4901
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10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Sep 2024
Full-size SUV
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Jun 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Jun 2022
Alamo
10.0
Wonderful
Read 1 reviewCleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
Value for money
8.6
One location in Saint John
Locations in Saint John
4180 Loch Lomond Road
+1 506 696 3340
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10.0 Wonderful
Jai, May 2024
Economy
Avis
9.3
Wonderful
Read 3 reviewsCleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
Value for money
9.3
2 locations in Saint John
Locations in Saint John
4 Water Street
+1 506 634 7750
4180 Loch Lomond Road
+1 506 696 4406
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10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Oct 2024
Supplier choice
10.0 Wonderful
Theresa, Sep 2022
8.0 Very good
Anonymous, Jul 2022
Budget
8.9
Very good
Read 7 reviewsCleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.5
Pick-up/Drop-off
9.0
Value for money
7.8
2 locations in Saint John
Locations in Saint John
4 Water Street
+1 506 633 3434
4180 Loch Lomond Road
+1 506 633 3467
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10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Dec 2023
Supplier choice
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, May 2022
2.0 Poor
Raven, Aug 2023
Supplier choice
10.0 Wonderful
P, Jul 2023
Supplier choice
10.0 Wonderful
Anastasia, Jul 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Jul 2022
Dollar
8.0
Very good
One location in Saint John
Locations in Saint John
4180 Loch Lomand Road
+1 506 634 1949
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National
8.0
Very good
One location in Saint John
Locations in Saint John
4180 Loch Lomond Road
+1 506 696 3340
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One location in Saint John
Locations in Saint John
4180 Loch Lomand Road
+1 506 634 1949
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One location in Saint John
Locations in Saint John
4180 Loch Lomond Road
+1 506 634 6655
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One location in Saint John
Locations in Saint John
242 Rothesay Ave, Saint John, E2J 2NB
+1 506 633 4440
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One location in Saint John
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242 Rothesay Ave
+1 506 633 4440
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Good to know
Most popular agency | Budget |
|---|---|
Most popular car type | Economy |
Average price | C$ 77/day |
Good deal | C$ 67/day |
When to book a rental car in Saint John
Everything you need to know for your car rental in Saint John
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Saint John car rental information
| Pick-up location | Saint John |
|---|---|
| Car types | Compact, Compact SUV, Economy, Full-size, Full-size SUV, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Luxury, Standard, Standard SUV, Supplier choice sedan |
| Rental locations | 17 |
| Airport locations | 9 |
| Popular agencies | Avis, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Budget |