Flying into New Jersey and planning to explore New York City and the Northeast by road? Here’s your no‑stress guide to the Newark Airport (EWR) Rental Car Center for 2025. We’ll cover smart pick‑up timing, routes into the city, cashless tolls, fueling, and painless returns—plus the benefits of booking with Hola Car Rentals.
Pick‑up timing and paperwork
After you land, factor in baggage claim and the short transfer to the Rental Car Center. Aim to reach the counter within 20–30 minutes of arrival to beat peak lines. Have your passport, home driver’s license, and a credit card in the main driver’s name ready. If your license isn’t in English, carrying an International Driving Permit as a translation can speed things up. To eliminate last‑minute guesswork, secure your vehicle in advance and compare Newark Airport car rental options by class and coverage. If you plan to start in the city instead, you can also browse Newark car hire pages in our UK/IE site version.
Navigation, exits and cashless tolls
Before leaving the garage, set your GPS and confirm the best exit toward I‑78, NJ‑21 or the Turnpike depending on your destination. Crossings into New York are cashless, so tolls are read by camera and billed automatically. With Hola Car Rentals you can enable toll handling and even receive cashback on tolls on selected itineraries—handy for roundtrips through the Holland and Lincoln Tunnels.
Best‑bet routes from EWR
- To Midtown Manhattan: Follow I‑78 or the Turnpike spurs to the Holland or Lincoln Tunnel based on current traffic trends.
- To Brooklyn/Queens: Skirt Midtown by using connectors to the Verrazzano–Narrows or RFK Bridge corridors when conditions allow.
- To the Jersey Shore: The Garden State Parkway is straightforward; top up fuel before long toll segments.
Fueling, parking and returns
Choose a fuel stop on your outbound leg and save the pin for your last day; it’s the easiest way to avoid circling for gas near the airport. Photograph the car at pick‑up and again at drop‑off—four corners plus the odometer—and keep the receipts for fuel and tolls. Allow extra time if you’re returning during evening rush hour or before early flights.
Book with confidence
Hola Car Rentals makes the process clear and flexible from start to finish. Our All‑Inclusive+ rate bundles maximum coverage, third‑party liability and even travel insurance on selected plans, so you don’t need to juggle add‑ons at the counter. If you prefer to pre‑select a brand, browse Alamo Newark EWR, Avis Newark EWR and Hertz Newark EWR to compare inventory and hours.
Why Hola Car Rentals
- Free Cancellation up to 48 hours before pick‑up.
- All‑Inclusive+ Rate with maximum coverage.
- No additional fees—save up to 60% guaranteed.
- Maximum liability coverage on selected itineraries.
- Cashback on tolls.
Vehicle choice and seasonal tips
For city stays, compact and midsize models are the easiest to park in garages with tight ramps. If you’re heading for ski weekends or rural backroads, consider an SUV with all‑weather tires. In winter, allow extra braking distance and clear snow from the roof before you drive to avoid fines and improve visibility.
Timing your departure
Weekday arrivals between late morning and mid‑afternoon usually mean shorter lines at counters and less tunnel congestion. If you land during the evening peak, grab a snack, set up your navigation and wait out the heaviest traffic before rolling out—often 20–40 minutes makes a big difference.
Paperless tolls made simple
New York and New Jersey tolling is fully cashless. With Hola Car Rentals, plate‑based billing is handled for you, and you’ll receive a statement for your records. If you need to expense the trip, keep your booking confirmation and the final toll report together with fuel receipts.
After‑hours drop‑off
Returning late? Confirm the fuel policy and after‑hours key drop instructions at pick‑up. Snap photos of the odometer and fuel gauge and upload them while you’re still at the bay so timestamps match, then keep your parking ticket until the charge closes.
Quick links
- Compare Newark Airport Newark Airport options options across brands.
- Prefer a UK/IE page? Browse Newark UK/IE site alternatives alternatives.
- Brand pages: Alamo EWR, Avis EWR, Hertz EWR.
Ready to drive? Lock your Newark Airport vehicle with Hola Car Rentals for transparent pricing, flexible protection and a smooth start to your trip.
