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Basel, Switzerland
4 Apr — 11 Apr
Basel, Switzerland
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Car hire insight and trends in Basel

Useful insights to help you book the perfect car hire in Basel

What is the cheapest car hire agency in Basel?

The cheapest car hire in Basel are generally found through keddy by Europcar. When booking with keddy by Europcar, you may be able to find car hire prices for as low as £15/day. The average price to hire a car in Basel is £26/day.

What car hire company in Basel has the most locations?

Sunnycars has the most locations of any car hire company in Basel, with 6 locations.

What car do most people hire in Basel?

Most momondo users will hire the Volkswagen Polo in Basel, though hiring the Seat Arona is a popular second choice according to our data. If you’re interested in hiring the Volkswagen Polo, prices are £66 per day on average. Some users have found Volkswagen Polo hire deals in Basel for as low as £26 per day. Seat Arona hire in Basel is £47 per day on average, with some of the cheapest deals at £29 per day.

Best deals found for Basel, Basel-Stadt car hire

Find great deals below on a variety of popular rental car types in Basel, Basel-Stadt
Compact£25/day
Intermediate£28/day
Standard£37/day
Full-size SUV£59/day
Premium£48/day
Compact estate car£29/day
Compact SUV£30/day
Intermediate estate car£32/day
Intermediate SUV£34/day
Standard estate car£35/day
Standard SUV£38/day
Luxury estate car£55/day
Best rates found by momondo users in the past 48 hours.

Basel, Basel-Stadt car hire deals found on momondo

Find the car hire in Basel that's right for you

Small cars

£38 - £67

All Car Types

£54 - £115

The average price of a small car hire in Basel, Switzerland is £49. The cheapest time to hire a small car in Basel, Switzerland is in March. The price is 23% lower than the rest of the year at just £38 per day. A small car rental is typically 34% less expensive than the average rental car in Basel. The average price of a car hire in Basel 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 Basel small car hire found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a medium car hire in Basel, Switzerland is £78. The cheapest time to hire a medium car in Basel, Switzerland is in January. The price is 31% lower than the rest of the year at just £55 per day. A medium car rental is typically 7% more expensive than the average rental car in Basel. The average price of a car hire in Basel 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 Basel medium car hire found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a large car hire in Basel, Switzerland is £123. The cheapest time to hire a large car in Basel, Switzerland is in November. The price is 47% lower than the rest of the year at just £66 per day. A large car rental is typically 41% more expensive than the average rental car in Basel. The average price of a car hire in Basel 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 Basel large car hire found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a SUV hire in Basel, Switzerland is £75. The cheapest time to hire a SUV in Basel, Switzerland is in April. The price is 36% lower than the rest of the year at just £49 per day. A SUV rental is typically 3% more expensive than the average rental car in Basel. The average price of a car hire in Basel 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 Basel SUV hire found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a van hire in Basel, Switzerland is £131. The cheapest time to hire a van in Basel, Switzerland is in January. The price is 49% lower than the rest of the year at just £67 per day. A van rental is typically 44% more expensive than the average rental car in Basel. The average price of a car hire in Basel 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 luxury car hire in Basel, Switzerland is £155. The cheapest time to hire a luxury car in Basel, Switzerland is in May. The price is 77% lower than the rest of the year at just £37 per day. A luxury car rental is typically 53% more expensive than the average rental car in Basel. The average price of a car hire in Basel can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire.

Ford Focus
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

£25/day

1 Apr - 13 Apr
Ford Focus
Citroen C3
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

£26/day

23 May - 5 Jun
Citroen C3
Peugeot 308 SW
or similar Compact estate car
Up to 4 passengers

£29/day

23 May - 5 Jun
Peugeot 308 SW

Basel car hire directory

All major car hire suppliers in Basel, Basel-Stadt

Dollar

9.2
Wonderful
2 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

9.3

Overall

9.3

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

8.0

Europcar

8.8
Very Good
6 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

9.2

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

9.2

Value

8.0

Sixt

8.8
Very Good
10 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

8.5

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.6
Very Good
4 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.3

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

7.3

Alamo

8.2
Very Good
2 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

7.7

Hertz

7.6
Good
9 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

6.9

Thrifty

3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.6

Budget

7.2
Good
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

9.3

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

6.6

Quick facts about car hire in Basel

Get the overview on great hire deals, popular car hire companies, and best car types for your visit in Basel

Most Popular Agency

Alamo

Popular Car Types

Economy, Compact, SUV

Cheapest Hire Car

£21

Most Popular Model

Volkswagen Polo
The most popular Basel car hire agency found on momondo this month is Alamo. Other top choices for car hire companies are Hertz and Europcar
The following car types were offered at car hire companies in Basel in the past 72 hours: Economy, Compact, SUV.
The lowest price for a car hire in Basel is £21/day. For this area, you can expect average prices starting from £44/day.
The most popular car model to hire in Basel in the past 7 days is the Volkswagen Polo. Our users also prefer the Seat Arona as an alternative.

Find popular attractions close to your car hire pick-up

Visit these must-see attractions near popular car hire locations in Basel

Nearby attractions:

Münsterplatz3.7 mi
Barfüsserplatz3.7 mi
Basler Messeturm3.8 mi

Nearby attractions:

Münsterplatz3.9 mi
Barfüsserplatz3.9 mi
Basler Messeturm4.0 mi

Nearby attractions:

Barfüsserplatz1.4 mi
Münsterplatz1.5 mi
Basler Messeturm1.9 mi

Hire a car near one of these popular hotels in Basel

Below are the most popular hotels in Basel
Gaia Hotel

Gaia Hotel

Centralbahnstrasse 13-15, Basel, Basel-Stadt, Switzerland

0.6 mi from city centre

Novotel Basel City

Novotel Basel City

Grosspeterstrasse 12, Basel, Basel-Stadt, Switzerland

1.0 mi from city centre

B&B HOTEL Basel

B&B HOTEL Basel

St Jakobs Strasse 193-195, Basel, Basel-Stadt, Switzerland

1.3 mi from city centre

Hyperion Hotel Basel

Hyperion Hotel Basel

Messeplatz 12, Basel, Basel-Stadt, Switzerland

0.8 mi from city centre

Ibis Budget Basel City

Ibis Budget Basel City

Grosspeterstrasse 12, Basel, Basel-Stadt, Switzerland

1.0 mi from city centre

Mövenpick Hotel Basel

Mövenpick Hotel Basel

Aeschengraben 25, Basel, Basel-Stadt, Switzerland

0.5 mi from city centre

Radisson Blu Hotel, Basel

Radisson Blu Hotel, Basel

Steinentorstrasse 25, Basel, Basel-Stadt, Switzerland

0.4 mi from city centre

Hotel Victoria

Hotel Victoria

Centralbahnplatz 3-4, Basel, Basel-Stadt, Switzerland

0.6 mi from city centre

Steinenschanze Stadthotel

Steinenschanze Stadthotel

Steinengraben 69, Basel, Basel-Stadt, Switzerland

0.3 mi from city centre

Hotel Spalentor

Hotel Spalentor

Schönbeinstrasse 1, Basel, Basel-Stadt, Switzerland

0.4 mi from city centre

Hotel D Basel

Hotel D Basel

Blumenrain 19, Basel, Basel-Stadt, Switzerland

0.3 mi from city centre

Essential by Dorint Basel City

Essential by Dorint Basel City

Schoenaustrasse 10, Basel, Basel-Stadt, Switzerland

0.9 mi from city centre

Hotel Märthof Basel

Hotel Märthof Basel

Marktgasse 19, Basel, Basel-Stadt, Switzerland

0.2 mi from city centre

Pullman Basel Europe

Pullman Basel Europe

Clarastrasse 43, Basel, Basel-Stadt, Switzerland

0.6 mi from city centre

Basel Marriott Hotel

Basel Marriott Hotel

Messeplatz 25, Basel, Basel-Stadt, Switzerland

0.7 mi from city centre

Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Basel - Allschwil, An IHG Hotel

Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Basel - Allschwil, An IHG Hotel

Hegenheimermattweg 179,Allschwil, Basel, Basel-Stadt, Switzerland

1.6 mi from city centre

Hotel Euler

Hotel Euler

Centralbahnplatz 14, Basel, Basel-Stadt, Switzerland

0.6 mi from city centre

Hotel Metropol Basel

Hotel Metropol Basel

Elisabethenanlage 5, Basel, Basel-Stadt, Switzerland

0.6 mi from city centre


Driving with a car hire in Basel - FAQs

Learn everything there is to know about hiring a car in Basel so you can be properly prepared for your next trip

How much will it cost to hire a car in Basel, Switzerland in April?

For April in Basel, the average price from these searches for a weekend hire was £56 - but some users found deals as low as £20. For a week-long hire, the lowest price was £24, with more options around the £46 mark.

Is there a fee to cancel my Basel, Switzerland car hire?

When hiring a car, you can expect to find that a majority of the rental car agencies in Basel do not have a cancellation fee. Keep in mind that momondo does not set these cancellation policies, but we can help you find great deals on car hire in Basel. Be sure to look for the Cancellation Policy when you conduct your search.

What is the best type of car to hire in Basel during April?

We recommend hiring an Economy car when visiting Basel during the month of April. While an Economy car doesn’t handle ice and snow very well, it is an ideal car for mild temperatures and rain. In April, Basel experiences temperatures averaging 13 °C and 84 mm of precipitation - ideal conditions for renting an Economy car. Hiring a Economy in Basel will cost you £41/day on average.

What is the speed limit in Basel, Switzerland?

If you are hiring a vehicle in Basel, then be aware that the current speed limit within city or town limits is 35 mph, unless otherwise posted. Suburban speed limits around Basel will generally have a speed limit of 50 mph. If you are travelling on a motorway in Basel, then the speed limit is 75 mph.

What car hire company has the Seat Arona in Basel?

What is the weather like in Basel, Switzerland in March?

Typically, the weather in Basel through the month of March is 6 °C and the expected precipitation is 51 mm. This is important information to know when hiring a car so you can be sure to rent the perfect car for the expected weather.

Is the weather in Basel similar to the rest of Basel-Stadt?

Travellers looking to leave from Basel on a road trip around Basel-Stadt or the surrounding areas during the month of March should expect temperatures around 6 °C and about 51 mm of possible rain through the month.

When did momondo last update prices for cars in Basel?

Prices for cars in Basel are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for cars in Basel?

How old do you have to be to hire a car in Basel?

Among different countries, including Basel, the minimum age for drivers varies. In numerous EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. To hire a car overseas, you'll generally need to be at least 21, and if you're under 25, a young driver surcharge may be imposed. It's recommended that you review the policy of the rental company you're considering before booking.

What documentation or ID do you need to rent a car in Basel?

All drivers must have a valid full driving license when renting a car in Basel. If the license is written in a different language from the country of rental, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're renting a car overseas, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. It is always advisable to check with the individual rental company you're booking with.


Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to book a car hire in Basel?

Booking a car hire in Basel via momondo could save you time and money. momondo provides you with a wide selection of options and cars as we search thousands of car hire websites and locations to enable you to make the best choice for your trip.

How does momondo help me find the best car hire deal in Basel?

momondo enables you to find the best car hire deal in Basel by providing useful filters to narrow your search. Filters include, but are not limited to: price, body type, rental company and specific policies that you may want.

Does momondo show car hire deals in Basel with free cancellation?

Free cancellation is a policy that can be filtered on momondo car hire searches for Basel and all other locations. Availability may vary by location.

Can I hire a car with a fair fuel policy in Basel on momondo?

momondo specifically allows you to search for car hire in Basel with fair fuel policies.

Can I find a car hire in Basel which offers enhanced cleaning on momondo?

You certainly can. momondo has a dedicated filter for enhanced cleaning services for all car hire locations including Basel.

Can I search for car hire in Basel with unlimited mileage on momondo?

Yes, momondo is capable of showing unlimited mileage car hire options in Basel.


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