# Travel >> Transportation >> Car Rentals

Cheap Van Rentals in New York City: Companies, Rates & Tips

Finding affordable van rentals in NYC requires comparing major chains, local operators, and peer-to-peer platforms. Base rates (before fees/insurance) for a cargo van start around $45–60/day; passenger vans (12–15 seat) start ~$80–120/day.

Major Chains (Airport & Neighborhood Locations)

Company	Cargo Van	Minivan (7-seat)	Passenger Van (12–15 seat)	Notes
Enterprise	$45–65	$60–85	$95–130	Most locations; "Enterprise Plus" loyalty.
Budget	$45–60	$55–80	$90–120	Often cheapest base rate; check fees.
Hertz	$50–70	$65–90	$100–140	Hertz Gold = skip counter.
Avis	$50–70	$65–90	$100–140	Avis Preferred.
National	$55–75	$70–95	$110–150	Emerald Club (choose any car).
Alamo	$45–65	$60–85	$95–130	Enterprise-owned; similar fleet.

Cheaper Alternatives

Turo / Getaround (peer-to-peer): Cargo vans $40–70/day; 15-pass $80–120. More flexible pickup; check host ratings.
Local NYC rental co's: Empire Rent A Car, Big Apple Car, Manhattan Van Rental — sometimes lower weekly rates.
Home Depot / Lowe's: Load-n-Go trucks (box trucks, not vans) — $19/75 min + $5/15 min. Good for moves.
U-Haul / Penske / Budget Truck: Cargo vans ~$20/day + $0.59/mi — but mileage adds up fast.

Hidden Costs to Watch

Insurance: CDW/LDW $15–30/day (check personal auto / credit card coverage).
NYC fees: 8.875% sales tax + $2.50/day rental tax + airport concession (11.11% at JFK/LGA/EWR).
Mileage: Unlimited usually included; some local cos charge >100 mi/day.
Fuel: Return full (prepay option rarely worth it).
Age: Under 25 = $25–35/day surcharge.