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Trenton is the Capital of New Jersey, located in Mercer County in the central part of the state on the Western border with Pennsylvania. The city is a manufacturing and industrial center rich in Colonial history. Situated on the Delaware River, Trenton is conveniently located about halfway between the New York City/Newark metropolitan area and Philadelphia, making Trenton car rentals a convenient and practical way to get around. Look for great deals on a Trenton rent a car and use your savings to see popular area attractions like the William Trent House, the New Jersey State House, and the Mercer County Waterfront Park.

The nearest airport to Trenton is Trenton Mercer Airport (TTN) in Ewing, NJ with only limited regional coverage. The more likely option is to fly into major airports in Newark (EWR) or Philadelphia (PHL), both of which allow access to Trenton both by road and rail. If you're flying into EWR, car rentals are provided by Payless, Enterprise, Dollar, Budget, Avis, Hertz, and National. Try Payless for the lowest rates, followed by Enterprise and Dollar. If you're flying into PHL, car rentals are provided by Enterprise, Thrifty, Alamo, Dollar, Budget, Avis, Hertz, and National. Try Enterprise for the best deals, followed by Thrifty. Downtown Trenton car rentals downtown are provided by Hertz, Enterprise, Avis, Budget, and Dollar. Try Enterprise for the cheapest prices, followed by Avis.

Most Trenton rent a car agencies require drivers to be at least 21 years old (although some smaller local agencies will rent to drivers 18 and over), and an additional young driver surcharge may apply to anyone under the age of 25. Renters will need to present a valid drivers license and major credit card in the driver's name at most locations, although some will take a cash deposit depending on a credit check.