New Bern car rentals

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Get relevant, data-driven information to help you rent a car in New Bern, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should you book a rental car in New Bern?

You should book your rental car in New Bern around 83 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the best rental car company in New Bern?

Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car rental companies in New Bern are Enterprise Rent-A-Car (9.6, {2,plural,=1{Budget review}other{Budget reviews}}), 7.9, 8 reviews (Alamo, {5,plural,=1{6.0 review}other{6.0 reviews}}), and Avis (6.0, 3 reviews, {8,plural,=1{{8} review}other{{8} reviews}}).
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
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Rated 9.6/10
Budget
Budget
Rated 7.9/10
Alamo
Alamo
Rated 6.0/10
Avis
Avis
Rated 6.0/10

What is the most popular rental car in New Bern?

SUV rentals (Nissan Rogue or similar) are the most popular type of vehicle to rent in New Bern. SUV rentals in New Bern cost ₪243/day on average, though some users have found deals as low as ₪149/day.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in New Bern?

The cheapest month to rent a car in New Bern is January at an average cost of ₪186/day. August is the most expensive month to rent a car in New Bern when prices are ₪244/day on average, which tends to be 275% above the yearly average rental price for New Bern.

What rental car company in New Bern has the most locations?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Hertz each operate 2 locations in New Bern, more than any other rental company.
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KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in New Bern

  • Car rentals in New Bern provide a convenient way to explore the city and its neighborhoods, giving you complete flexibility and mobility. Whether you're in New Bern on vacation or for business, renting a car allows you to visit various attractions and explore the city's neighborhoods at your leisure. For example, you can drive a few miles within the city to Tryon Palace, a replica historic mansion with historic exhibits and a cafe. You can also drive a few miles out of town to Wrightsville Beach, where you can relax and enjoy local fare like cheesesteak egg rolls.
  • If you have reserved a New Bern car rental for your trip to the North Carolina city, you can pick it up at the city's main airport, New Bern Simmons Nott Airport. Several top brand-name car rental companies, including Enterprise, Avis, Alamo, and Hertz, have a presence at the airport. To find these car rental companies' desks, make your way to the baggage claim area right next to the main terminal's exit. A shuttle bus departs from the ground transportation center every few minutes and transports passengers to the offsite car rental facilities.
  • Developing defensive driving techniques while driving your car rental in New Bern is critical because most residents rely on personal cars for transportation, making the streets crowded. When driving in the city, keep an eye out for other cars and, if possible, have a clear sense of your directions before getting on the road. To avoid problems with the highway patrol, make sure you stick to speed limits, stop at stoplights, follow traffic circle rules, and stay in the correct lanes.
  • Although driving in New Bern is not difficult, the roads leading into and out of the city are heavily congested during rush hour. If you plan to drive around the city and its environs frequently during your visit, we recommend avoiding rush hours, which are from about 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. and from about 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on weekdays. Avoid North Carolina Highway 24 and US 17 in particular, as they are notoriously congested during this period.
  • Intermediate rental cars in New Bern are around 51% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about renting a car in New Bern

  • How can I find car rentals near me in New Bern?

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

  • How much does a Standard car rental cost in New Bern?

    A Standard car rental in New Bern costs ₪267 per day, on average.

  • How much does an Economy car rental cost in New Bern?

    An Economy car rental in New Bern costs ₪218 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Mini car rental cost in New Bern?

    A Mini car rental in New Bern costs ₪249 per day, on average.

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in New Bern?

    New Bern's major roads are well-built and well-maintained, allowing any type of rental car to be driven comfortably throughout the city. However, scenic drives in and around the city necessitate vehicles capable of handling the rough terrain. If you're on vacation and want to take a road trip to these beautiful locations, we recommend renting a four-wheel-drive vehicle to avoid getting stuck. A compact car is also a smart choice for a pleasurable city driving experience, as it makes parking and navigating around the city easy.

  • What is the speed limit in New Bern?

    Speed limits in New Bern are determined by the type of road you are driving on. You can anticipate posted speeds on major urban and rural interstate routes to range between 45 mph and 70 mph. Depending on the state of the roads, you will be required to maintain a speed of 35 mph or less when driving through the city center. The speed restriction is further lowered to 25 mph in residential, school, and hospital areas.

  • Where are the best places to park in New Bern?

    In New Bern, drivers can find designated on-street parking, parking lots, and parking garages. If you don't want to walk but still want to park for free, there are a few free street parking spaces in the city center. However, most of these only allow you to park your car for 2-3 hours. If you anticipate taking longer, consider paying to park in a parking garage such as Union Point Park or the Harbor Beach parking lot.

New Bern car rental reviews and directory

 
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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

9.6

Wonderful

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

9.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

9.6

Value for money

9.2

2 locations in New Bern

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Locations in New Bern

200 Terminal Dr

+1 252 638 2334

Monday08:00 - 21:45
Tuesday08:00 - 21:45
Wednesday08:00 - 21:45
Thursday08:00 - 21:45
Friday08:00 - 21:45
Saturday08:00 - 21:45
Sunday08:00 - 21:45

3524 Dr. Ml King Jr Blvd

+1 252 514 2575

Monday08:00 - 21:45
Tuesday08:00 - 21:45
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Sunday00:00 - 00:00

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Budget

7.9

Good

Read 8 reviews

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

8.4

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.7

Value for money

7.5

One location in New Bern

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200 Terminal Drive

+1 252 514 6739

Monday08:00 - 21:45
Tuesday08:00 - 21:45
Wednesday08:00 - 21:45
Thursday08:00 - 21:45
Friday08:00 - 21:45
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2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Mar 2021

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Pros:

The sales agent was honest and helpful even though she had no car to rent. She explained to the best of her knowledge.

Cons:

There was NO car to pick up even though numerous emails assured us our car would be ready for pick up. We were stuck with NO transportation. Enterprise was able to help us. Will NOT use Budget again.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Nov 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

There is a lot of latitude within the definition of a full size car. The Kia Optima I was assigned drove very well, but the seats were not comfortable at all.

4.8 Mediocre

Anonymous, Sept 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

The service in New Bern was okay but the car was not parked in the location told, the car was dirty, and I was not informed of drop off location change in RDU.

Cons:

Better communication, signage

1 out of 3

Alamo

6.0

Okay

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.0

Value for money

6.0

One location in New Bern

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200 Terminal Dr

+1 844 370 3134

Monday08:00 - 21:45
Tuesday08:00 - 21:45
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Avis

6.0

Okay

Read 3 reviews

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.4

Value for money

5.6

One location in New Bern

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Locations in New Bern

200 Terminal Drive

+1 252 637 2130

Monday08:00 - 21:45
Tuesday08:00 - 21:45
Wednesday08:00 - 21:45
Thursday08:00 - 21:45
Friday08:00 - 21:45
Saturday08:00 - 21:45
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10.0 Wonderful

Thomas, Feb 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Great staff!

6.0 Okay

George, Dec 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Good value on the car, which I only needed for one short one-way drive

Cons:

The drop-off. I showed the employee my FULL fuel tank and he said "Don't worry about it, the car is linked so the system will know." He also didn't provide me with a receipt at that time. When I received the receipt by email 20 minutes later while sitting at the gate, it said the tank was only 7/8 full and I was being charged an extra $19+! Avis customer service says they will reverse the charge after I told them the name and number of the gas station and the dollar amount paid for gas, three minutes before I turned in the vehicle; but I haven't seen the charge reversed yet. Who has time for this?

1 out of 1

National

6.0

Okay

Read 1 review

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

6.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.0

Value for money

5.0

One location in New Bern

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200 Terminal Dr

+1 844 370 2404

Monday08:00 - 21:45
Tuesday08:00 - 21:45
Wednesday08:00 - 21:45
Thursday08:00 - 21:45
Friday08:00 - 21:45
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Hertz

5.3

Fair

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Cleanliness

3.3

Comfort

7.3

Pick-up/Drop-off

4.6

Value for money

6.6

2 locations in New Bern

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Locations in New Bern

200 Terminal Drive

+1 252 521 3385

Monday06:30 - 23:59
Tuesday06:30 - 23:59
Wednesday06:30 - 23:59
Thursday06:30 - 23:59
Friday06:30 - 23:59
Saturday06:30 - 23:59
Sunday06:30 - 23:59

2711 Neuse Boulevard

+1 252 635 5000

Monday08:00 - 21:45
Tuesday08:00 - 21:45
Wednesday08:00 - 21:45
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Easirent

3.9

Poor

One location in New Bern

Locations in New Bern

Coastal Carolina Regional Airport

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Sunnycars

No score available yet

One location in New Bern

Locations in New Bern

200 Terminal Drive

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31 travelers who rented a car in New Bern gave the car agency they used an average rating of 4.8

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