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What is the cheapest car hire agency in Edinburgh?
The cheapest car hire in Edinburgh are generally found through GREEN MOTION . When booking with GREEN MOTION , you may be able to find car hire prices for as low as £7/day. The average price to hire a car in Edinburgh is £28/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 Nissan Qashqai in Edinburgh is the most popular car hire among momondo users, followed by hiring the Vauxhall Corsa. Our users have seen Nissan Qashqai deals in Edinburgh for £49 per day on average, and as cheap as £20 per day. It’s an average of £44 per day to hire the Vauxhall Corsa in Edinburgh, though you may find prices as low as £16 per day.
Edinburgh, Scotland car hire deals found on momondo
Find the car hire in Edinburgh that's right for you
Small cars
£20 - £40
All Car Types
£35 - £68
The average price of a small car hire in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom is £32. The cheapest time to hire a small car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom is in November. The price is 38% lower than the rest of the year at just £20 per day. A small car rental is typically 40% 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 November. The price is 28% lower than the rest of the year at just £36 per day. A medium car rental is typically 6% 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.
The average price of a large car hire in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom is £82. The cheapest time to hire a large car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom is in November. The price is 33% lower than the rest of the year at just £55 per day. A large car rental is typically 36% 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 large car hire found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a SUV hire in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom is £53. The cheapest time to hire a SUV in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom is in November. The price is 33% lower than the rest of the year at just £36 per day. A SUV 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 SUV hire found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a van hire in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom is £86. The cheapest time to hire a van in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom is in January. The price is 30% lower than the rest of the year at just £61 per day. A van rental is typically 39% 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 £92. The cheapest time to hire a luxury car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom is in November. The price is 28% lower than the rest of the year at just £67 per day. A luxury car rental is typically 44% 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.
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
Get the overview on great hire deals, popular car hire companies, and best car types for your visit in Edinburgh
Most Popular Agency
GREEN MOTION
Popular Car Types
Economy, Compact, Mini
Cheapest Hire Car
£10
Most Popular Model
Nissan Qashqai
The most popular Edinburgh car hire agency found on momondo this month is GREEN MOTION . Other top choices for car hire companies are Sixt and Turo
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 £10/day. For this area, you can expect average prices starting from £38/day.
The most popular car model to hire in Edinburgh in the past 7 days is the Nissan Qashqai. Our users also prefer the Class Commercial Truck 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
How much will it cost to hire a car in Edinburgh, Scotland in September?
For a weekend in September, the best deals in Edinburgh start from around £19 up to around £53. For a one-week car hire in Edinburgh, prices in September average £36, with the best deals starting at £15.
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 Sixt have a cancellation fee for travellers who have last-minute itinerary changes.
What is the best type of car to hire in Edinburgh during September?
With temperatures averaging 10 °C and precipitation usually 60 mm during September, 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 September and is a popular choice for travellers heading to Edinburgh. Hiring a Standard in Edinburgh will cost you £52/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?
DRIVALIA has the Kia Sportage (and other similar SUV vehicles) for hire in Edinburgh. You can expect to hire the Kia Sportage in Edinburgh from DRIVALIA for £37/day on average.
What is the weather like in Edinburgh, United Kingdom in August?
Typically, the weather in Edinburgh through the month of August is 15 °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 August it’s important to know that the rest of Scotland typically has a temperature of 14 °C and will usually expect 67.2 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?
As of August 2025, there are 104 operators available to choose from 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
Crieff
Berwick-Upon-Tweed
Peebles
Glenrothes
South Queensferry
Aberfeldy
Lanark
Airdrie
Auchterarder
North Berwick
Kinross
Moffat
Kelso
Dunkeld
Callander
Grangemouth
Melrose
Hawick
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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