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What is the cheapest car hire agency in Edinburgh?
The cheapest car hire in Edinburgh are generally found through DRIVALIA . When booking with DRIVALIA , you may be able to find car hire prices for as low as R440/day. The average price to hire a car in Edinburgh is R867/day.
What car hire company in Edinburgh has the most locations?
Europcar has the most locations of any car hire company in Edinburgh, with 8 locations.
What car do most people hire in Edinburgh?
Hiring the Mercedes-Benz V-Class in Edinburgh is the most popular car hire among momondo users, followed by hiring the Nissan Juke. Our users have seen Mercedes-Benz V-Class deals in Edinburgh for R2 360 per day on average, and as cheap as R2 206 per day. It’s an average of R557 per day to hire the Nissan Juke in Edinburgh, though you may find prices as low as R557 per day.
Edinburgh, Scotland car hire deals found on momondo
Find the car hire in Edinburgh that's right for you
Small cars
R521 - R1 256
All Car Types
R705 - R2 083
The average price of a small car hire in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom is R842. The cheapest time to hire a small car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom is in November. The price is 39% lower than the rest of the year at just R521 per day. A small car rental is typically 32% less expensive than the average rental car in Edinburgh. The average price of a vehicle hire in Edinburgh can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Edinburgh small car hire found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a medium car hire in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom is R1 110. The cheapest time to hire a medium car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom is in March. The price is 37% lower than the rest of the year at just R705 per day. A medium car rental is typically 11% less expensive than the average rental car in Edinburgh. The average price of a vehicle hire in Edinburgh can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Edinburgh medium car hire found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a large car hire in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom is R1 904. The cheapest time to hire a large car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom is in March. The price is 54% lower than the rest of the year at just R894 per day. A large car rental is typically 35% more expensive than the average rental car in Edinburgh. The average price of a vehicle hire in Edinburgh can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire.
The average price of a SUV hire in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom is R904. The cheapest time to hire a SUV in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom is in September. The price is 39% lower than the rest of the year at just R555 per day. A SUV rental is typically 27% less expensive than the average rental car in Edinburgh. The average price of a vehicle hire in Edinburgh can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Edinburgh SUV hire found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a van hire in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom is R2 016. The cheapest time to hire a van in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom is in March. The price is 56% lower than the rest of the year at just R894 per day. A van rental is typically 39% more expensive than the average rental car in Edinburgh. The average price of a vehicle hire in Edinburgh can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Edinburgh van hire found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a luxury car hire in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom is R1 424. The cheapest time to hire a luxury car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom is in November. The price is 17% lower than the rest of the year at just R1 675 per day. A luxury car rental is typically 14% more expensive than the average rental car in Edinburgh. The average price of a vehicle hire in Edinburgh can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire. Below are the best prices for Edinburgh luxury car hire found on momondo in the past week.
Good service, Very friendly staff, decent price!!!
8,0
Very Good|Apr 2022
Drop off with John at Avis was really great! Such courteous and friendly service. So nice to see such professionalism. Would be great to have instructions in the car for using Satnav maps. I used my iPhone but was a little confused with car screen presentation at times. Overall a fabulous experience and would definitely recommend Avis at this location.
I never got my car as they never answered the phone and I was unable to leave a message either.
8,0
Very Good|Jun 2023
The women who checked the car out and back in were friendly and informative.
10,0
Wonderful|Jan 2023
Very easy pick up and drop off, helpful staff, no sense of anyone trying to charge for damages - All very fair and reasonable, and done in a professional but friendly manner.
10,0
Wonderful|Aug 2022
Cameron was friendly, informative, helpful and has a great sense of humour. The car, while small for someone 6’4”, was comfortable and had all the necessary amenities (except sat nav).
10,0
Wonderful|May 2022
Everything went smooth and the people were very friendly and helpful. They made sure the car was perfect before I left and that I understood how to work the controls. Be sure to ask because some things in Europe aren’t intuitive such as reverse or opening the gas tank. Overall my experience with them and the was wonderful
We had to wait a couple of hours for the car and then had to be shuttled to another location to pick it up....staff were very friendly and helpful, however.
10,0
Wonderful|Aug 2022
They do not provide pickup or dropoff.
4,0
Mediocre|Jun 2022
The night before I was expected to pick my car up I received an email stating that the car would not be on site at the scheduled time the following day and no time was given. I called the car rental company the morning I was supposed to collect the car as the email they sent the day before was after hours so there was nobody manning the customer support service. When I spoke to a representative they continued to state that they Did not have the car I ordered available and at that time there were no other cars to select from.. Approximately two hours later they did provide a car although it wasn’t the car I had initially selected. The delay cut in to our travel time as we was scheduled to drive to another location that morning but did not leave until the afternoon due to the delay in receiving a car.
8,0
Very Good|Jun 2022
The directions to where to drop off the car definitely need work
10,0
Wonderful|Jun 2022
Everything was easy the the staff were very friendly and helpful.
Pros: Easy drop off Decent car Cons: Expect $300 in surprise charges and incessant upsells
10,0
Wonderful|Aug 2023
The staff was wonderful, went through how the car works.
6,0
Okay|May 2023
I was hugely disappointed overall. Just to change the pick up from city center to the airport turned out to be impossible. The location in city center is very difficult to find, even by cabbies. And to get a car big enough to accommodate our luggage, that had been fully explained in our request last September, cost an additional 500 pounds. What was a good deal turned into exploitation. Either lose all our prepaid money or pony up the extra money and drag all our luggage into the city center to get a bigger car. We’re all in our sixties— not good customer service to me! With Hertz, we spent half us much for two weeks as we spent for one week with Sixt. Kane at the airport and Adam at city center were very helpful at getting us in a larger vehicle but at a cost. On the other hand, the online assistance was non existent. Rude, extremely slow to respond and not helpful. I won’t be using Sixt again.
2,0
Poor|Mar 2023
Flight was cancelled so had to change my reservation to a day later and was told the price had changed - doubled, in fact. $300 cancellation fee, so I had to pay double the price. Was supposed to pay about $500 and ended up paying $1,200.
10,0
Wonderful|Dec 2022
Konrad is a star. He was helpful (and not in a pushy way) on what terrain to expect and needs for space. Just fantastic as was his colleague. who actually brought the car to us for our convenience. SUPER. Drop off at the Edinburgh Airport is not intuitive and quite difficult in the dark and rain.
Will never rent from budget ever again. I was blamed for damages that were already on the vehicle, and it’s taking forever to get ahold of an actual human to discuss and share the time stamped photos I have to prove it.
10,0
Wonderful|Jun 2022
We had a great experience with Craig at the rental counter when we realized we booked from the city location. He got us taken care of and on our way quickly
10,0
Wonderful|Jan 2022
Not cheapest
1 out of 3
Budget Locations in Edinburgh
Quick facts about car hire in Edinburgh
Get the overview on great hire deals, popular car hire companies, and best car types for your visit in Edinburgh
Most Popular Agency
DRIVALIA
Popular Car Types
Economy, Compact, Mini
Cheapest Hire Car
R410
Most Popular Model
Mercedes-Benz V-Class
The most popular Edinburgh car hire agency found on momondo this month is DRIVALIA . Other top choices for car hire companies are Arnold Clark and GREEN MOTION
The following car types were offered at car hire companies in Edinburgh in the past 72 hours: Economy, Compact, Mini.
The lowest price for a car hire in Edinburgh is R410/day. For this area, you can expect average prices starting from R726/day.
The most popular car model to hire in Edinburgh in the past 7 days is the Mercedes-Benz V-Class. Our users also prefer the Nissan Juke as an alternative.
Learn everything there is to know about hiring a car in Edinburgh so you can be properly prepared for your next trip
Is there a fee to cancel my Edinburgh, Scotland car hire?
The majority of the Edinburgh car hire agencies that we partner with do not have a cancellation fee. This means that if your plans change unexpectedly, many car hire centres in Edinburgh such as Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Europcar, and Arnold Clark often offer cancellation free of charge based on when you booked.
What is the speed limit in Edinburgh, Scotland?
Travellers who hire a car in Edinburgh should be aware that the city’s speed limit is 50 km/h. Suburban speed limits around Edinburgh are generally 100 km/h, whereas speed limits on motorways are 115 km/h. Keep in mind that speeds may change depending on what road you’re travelling on, so be on the lookout for posted signage.
What car hire company has the Volvo XC90 in Edinburgh?
Alamo has the Volvo XC90 (and other similar SUV vehicles) for hire in Edinburgh. You can expect to hire the Volvo XC90 in Edinburgh from Alamo for R2 378/day on average.
What is the weather like in Edinburgh, United Kingdom in July?
In July, Edinburgh usually gets 60 mm of precipitation and has an average temperature of 59 °F. This information can be very helpful when looking at hire cars in Edinburgh as it can help you make the best decision.
Is the weather in Edinburgh similar to the rest of Scotland?
The climate in Scotland during July is usually 59 °F with an expected 60 mm of precipitation throughout the month. Those looking to hire a car and leave from Edinburgh on a road trip to the surrounding area should take note of this information.
When did momondo last update prices for cars in Edinburgh?
Prices for cars in Edinburgh are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for cars in Edinburgh?
There are 104 operators available for cars in Edinburgh as of July 2025.
How old do you have to be to hire a car in Edinburgh?
The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including Edinburgh. In many EU countries drivers must be 18 years old. As a rule, you’ll need to be 21 to hire a car abroad, and a young driver surcharge may be applied if you are under 25. We recommend reading through the policy of your chosen hire company before booking.
What documentation or ID do you need to hire a car in Edinburgh?
To hire a car in Edinburgh, all drivers must present a valid full driving license. If the license is written in a language other than the language of the country of hire, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're hiring a car abroad, you may also need to provide evidence of your return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend that you verify with the specific hire company you're booking with.
Travelling to a place near Edinburgh?
Hire a car at Edinburgh if you plan to visit one of these locations
Stirling
Fort William
Oban
Falkirk
Why use momondo?
Why should I use momondo to book a car hire in Edinburgh?
You should book a car hire in Edinburgh using momondo because it is quick, free and easy to use and could save you money. momondo does the hard work of finding the car hire prices and policies, all you need to do is compare and choose what works best for your trip.
How does momondo help me find the best car hire deal in Edinburgh?
momondo makes it easier for you to find great car hire in Edinburgh, by allowing you to refine your search with numerous filtering options. You can narrow your selection by looking at price, car type, location and more.
Does momondo show car hire deals in Edinburgh with free cancellation?
Yes, momondo allows you to filter specifically for car hire companies in Edinburgh offering free cancellation.
Can I hire a car with a fair fuel policy in Edinburgh on momondo?
Yes, simply select the fair fuel policy filter after performing a search for hire cars in Edinburgh on momondo.
Can I find a car hire in Edinburgh which offers enhanced cleaning on momondo?
Enhanced cleaning services can be found on all car hire locations on momondo including Edinburgh.
Can I search for car hire in Edinburgh with unlimited mileage on momondo?
Unlimited mileage is indeed an option momondo offers on car hire in Edinburgh.
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