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Car rental · Staten Island

Car rental in Staten Island

Drive-friendly borough — the only NYC borough where a car really makes sense.

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Staten Island is the most car-dependent of New York's five boroughs, and rental depots reflect that. It's the gateway to the New Jersey Turnpike, the Garden State Parkway and the Jersey Shore — making it a smart base for coastal road trips or a quieter, cheaper alternative to Manhattan pickups.

Why rent here

  • Most car-friendly borough in New York City
  • Direct access to NJ Turnpike, Garden State Parkway and I-278
  • Best jumping-off point for Jersey Shore day trips
  • Competitive rates compared with Manhattan and Brooklyn
  • Free cancellation on most rates

Local tips

Cross the Verrazzano for quick Brooklyn/NYC access

The Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge connects Staten Island to Brooklyn in minutes — handy if you need to pick up or drop off elsewhere in the city.

Toll planning

Staten Island's bridges and the NJ Turnpike are tolled. Factor E-ZPass or cash toll costs into your trip budget.

Staten Island rental FAQs

No — the Staten Island Ferry is passenger-only. Cross via the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge or Bayonne Bridge instead.

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