Getting Around Nantucket
Nantucket has an abundance of options for getting around, especially if you leave your car on the mainland. Taxis, car rental agencies, tour operators, and a public bus service can easily get you to your destination. Nantucket is very pedestrian-friendly and has excellent bike trails that extend to nearly every corner of the island as well. For a comprehensive guide to getting around the island Check out Wheels Heels and Pedals.
Nantucket Regional Transit Authority (NRTA)
508.228.7025 / 3 East Chestnut Street
The NRTA provides seasonal public tranportation "Shuttle" service on Nantucket, servicing the major areas of the island.
508.228.9989 / 14 Airport Road
Nantucket Island Rent A Car specializes in Jeep® Wrangler 4x4 rentals, SUV, Minivan, Car Rentals and Compact, Midsize and Fullsize vehicles. All of their Wrangler Jeeps and SUV 4x4 vehicles have both beach permits required for driving on all of Nantucket Island's beaches. They are conveniently located at the Nantucket Memorial Airport.
508.228.3501 / 6 South Beach Street
Affordable Rentals has been Nantucket's favorite car rental for over 25 years. Their downtown Nantucket location is near both ferries and doesn't charge airport taxes. Located adjacent to the Steamship Authority and a couple of blocks from the Hy-line ferry dock. They specialize in fun convertibles. Rent a Jeep Wrangler, Mini Cooper, or a new Smart car. See all of Nantucket in a sporty, new vehicle.
Nantucket Windmill Auto Rental
508.228.1227 / Nantucket Memorial Airport
508.228.1151/Steamboat Wharf
Celebrating 80 years of business on Nantucket, Youngs offers fuel efficient sedans, and 4 wheel drive jeeps with beach stickers.
