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Car hire in Edinburgh, Scotland

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Best deals found for Edinburgh, Scotland car hire

Find great deals below on a variety of popular rental car types in Edinburgh, Scotland
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Opel Corsa car
Opel Corsa
or similar Small
2
2
4-5
£8/day
Seat Leon car
Seat Leon
or similar Small
4
2
4-5
£9/day
Class Intermediate Car car
Class Intermediate Car
or similar Medium
5
3
4-5
£14/day
Toyota Aygo car
Toyota Aygo
or similar Small
2
2
2-3
£7/day
Mercedes-Benz C-Class car
Mercedes-Benz C-Class
or similar Luxury
5
5
4-5
£27/day
Mercedes-Benz E-Class car
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
or similar Luxury
5
5
4-5
£42/day
Volvo XC60 car
Volvo XC60
or similar SUV
5
5
4-5
£37/day
Opel Mokka car
Opel Mokka
or similar SUV
4
2
4-5
£11/day
Nissan Qashqai car
Nissan Qashqai
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
£22/day

Car hire insight and trends in Edinburgh

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

What is the cheapest car hire agency in Edinburgh?

The cheapest car hire in Edinburgh are generally found through U-Save. When booking with U-Save, you may be able to find car hire prices for as low as £6/day. The average price to hire a car in Edinburgh is £21/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.

Edinburgh, Scotland car hire deals found on momondo

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

Small cars

£18 - £34

All Car Types

£36 - £62

The average price of a small car hire in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom is £25. The cheapest time to hire a small car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom is in January. The price is 31% lower than the rest of the year at just £18 per day. A small car rental is typically 47% less expensive than the average rental car in Edinburgh. The average price of a car 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 £49. The cheapest time to hire a medium car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom is in February. The price is 23% lower than the rest of the year at just £38 per day. A medium car rental is typically 0% more expensive than the average rental car in Edinburgh. The average price of a car 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 £62. The cheapest time to hire a large car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom is in February. The price is 31% lower than the rest of the year at just £44 per day. A large car rental is typically 23% more expensive than the average rental car in Edinburgh. The average price of a car 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 £51. The cheapest time to hire a SUV in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom is in February. The price is 27% lower than the rest of the year at just £38 per day. A SUV rental is typically 6% more expensive than the average rental car in Edinburgh. The average price of a car 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 £73. The cheapest time to hire a van in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom is in January. The price is 41% lower than the rest of the year at just £44 per day. A van rental is typically 34% more expensive than the average rental car in Edinburgh. The average price of a car 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 luxury car hire in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom is £64. The cheapest time to hire a luxury car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom is in February. The price is 30% lower than the rest of the year at just £46 per day. A luxury car rental is typically 25% more expensive than the average rental car in Edinburgh. The average price of a car 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.

Hyundai i10
or similar Mini
Up to 2 passengers

£7/day

16 Nov - 30 Nov
Hyundai i10
Seat Ibiza
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

£8/day

16 Oct - 18 Oct
Seat Ibiza
Toyota Yaris
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

£9/day

15 Oct - 24 Oct
Toyota Yaris

Edinburgh car hire directory

All major car hire suppliers in Edinburgh, Scotland

Arnold Clark

10.0
Wonderful
3 reviews•4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

10.0

National

10.0
Wonderful
4 reviews•3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.8

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.8

Value

9.2

McNicoll Vehicle Rental

8.8
Very Good
7 reviews•2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

8.6

Avis

8.7
Very Good
4 reviews•4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

9.0

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

8.5

Easirent

6.7
Okay
19 reviews•2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.4

Comfort

7.6

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.8

Europcar

6.0
Okay
27 reviews•7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

5.8

DRIVALIA

3.8
Poor
11 reviews•3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

5.6

Overall

3.8

Pick-up/drop-off

4.0

Value

4.0

Routes Car & Truck Rentals

2.0
Poor
1 review•2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

2.0

Pick-up/drop-off

2.0

Value

2.0

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

Avis

Popular Car Types

Economy, Mini, Compact

Cheapest Hire Car

£12

Most Popular Model

Vauxhall Corsa
The most popular Edinburgh car hire agency found on momondo this month is Avis. Other top choices for car hire companies are U-Save and Final Rentals
The following car types were offered at car hire companies in Edinburgh in the past 72 hours: Economy, Mini, Compact.
The lowest price for a car hire in Edinburgh is £12/day. For this area, you can expect average prices starting from £34/day.
The most popular car model to hire in Edinburgh in the past 7 days is the Vauxhall Corsa. Our users also prefer the Peugeot 208 as an alternative.

Driving with a car hire in Edinburgh - FAQs

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

How much will it cost to hire a car in Edinburgh, Scotland in November?

For a weekend in November, the best deals in Edinburgh start from around £14 up to around £37. For a one-week car hire in Edinburgh, prices in November average £32, with the best deals starting at £6.

Is there a fee to cancel my Edinburgh, Scotland car hire?

The majority of car hire agencies in Edinburgh offer free cancellation. momondo will always tell you whether or not rental car centres such as Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, and Europcar have a cancellation fee for travellers who have last-minute itinerary changes.

What is the best type of car to hire in Edinburgh during November?

With temperatures averaging 4 °C and precipitation usually 60 mm during November, you should consider hiring a standard when travelling to Edinburgh. A standard size car can handle the fluctuations in temperature and rainfall during the month of November and is a popular choice for travellers heading to Edinburgh. Hiring a Standard in Edinburgh will cost you £120/day on average.

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 30 mph. Suburban speed limits around Edinburgh are generally 60 mph, whereas speed limits on motorways are 70 mph. 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 Kia Sportage in Edinburgh?

What is the weather like in Edinburgh, United Kingdom in October?

Typically, the weather in Edinburgh through the month of October is 10 °C and the expected precipitation is 60 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 Edinburgh similar to the rest of Scotland?

If you’re looking for a Edinburgh hire car for a road trip to the surrounding areas during the month of October it’s important to know that the rest of Scotland typically has a temperature of 9 °C and will usually expect 68.1 mm of precipitation.

When did momondo last update prices for cars in Edinburgh?

Prices for cars in Edinburgh refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for cars in Edinburgh?

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 rental company before booking.

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

When renting a car in Edinburgh, all drivers must present a full valid driving license. An International Driving Permit is required if the driving license is written in a language different to that of the country of rental and may be necessary to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you are renting abroad, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend checking with the individual rental company you are booking with.

Travelling to a place near Edinburgh?

Hire a car at Edinburgh if you plan to visit one of these locations
Pitlochry
St. Andrews
Berwick-Upon-Tweed
North Berwick
Peebles
Crieff
Moffat
Lanark
Aberfeldy
Glenrothes
Callander
Kelso
South Queensferry
Dunkeld
Auchterarder
Kinross
Melrose
Airdrie
Hawick
Linlithgow

Why use momondo?

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

Booking a car hire in Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh?

Once you have performed a search for a car hire in Edinburgh, momondo will show the results and enable you to find the best deal by using our filters; here you can narrow your search down by vehicle type, price, agencies and a multitude of policies that can apply.

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

Yes momondo does have a filter to only highlight car hire deals which offer free cancellation. This filter is available for all car hire searches on momondo including those for cars in Edinburgh.

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

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

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

Yes, car hire in Edinburgh with enhanced cleaning options can be searched for on momondo.

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

Yes, unlimited mileage options can be found on car hire in Edinburgh on momondo.

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