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Car hire in Scotland

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Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
1 May — 8 May
Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
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Best deals found for Scotland car hire

Find great deals below on a variety of popular hire cars in Scotland
Hyundai i10
or similar Mini
Up to 2 passengers

£13/day

30 Apr - 29 Jun
Hyundai i10
Ford Ka
or similar Mini
Up to 2 passengers

£14/day

29 Apr - 1 Jul
Ford Ka
Vauxhall Corsa
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

£15/day

30 Apr - 29 Jun
Vauxhall Corsa
Hyundai i10
or similar Mini
Up to 2 passengers

£16/day

29 Apr - 28 Jul
Hyundai i10
Volkswagen Polo
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

£16/day

29 Apr - 1 Jul
Volkswagen Polo
Volkswagen Polo
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

£20/day

29 Apr - 28 Jul
Volkswagen Polo
Ford Ka
or similar Mini
Up to 2 passengers

£20/day

29 Jul - 2 Aug
Ford Ka
Opel Corsa
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

£21/day

29 Jul - 2 Aug
Opel Corsa
Ford Focus
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

£21/day

28 Jul - 3 Aug
Ford Focus

Scotland car hire deals found on momondo

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Small cars

£16 - £44

All Car Types

£28 - £92

The average price of a small car hire in Scotland is £29. The cheapest time to hire a small car in Scotland is in January. The price is 47% lower than the rest of the year at just £16 per day. A small car rental is typically 48% less expensive than the average rental car in Scotland. The average price of a car hire in Scotland 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 Scotland small car hire found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a medium car hire in Scotland is £69. The cheapest time to hire a medium car in Scotland is in January. The price is 51% lower than the rest of the year at just £34 per day. A medium car rental is typically 18% more expensive than the average rental car in Scotland. The average price of a car hire in Scotland 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 Scotland medium car hire found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a large car hire in Scotland is £95. The cheapest time to hire a large car in Scotland is in January. The price is 44% lower than the rest of the year at just £54 per day. A large car rental is typically 41% more expensive than the average rental car in Scotland. The average price of a car hire in Scotland 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 Scotland large car hire found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a SUV hire in Scotland is £52. The cheapest time to hire a SUV in Scotland is in January. The price is 35% lower than the rest of the year at just £34 per day. A SUV rental is typically 9% less expensive than the average rental car in Scotland. The average price of a car hire in Scotland 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 Scotland SUV hire found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a van hire in Scotland is £114. The cheapest time to hire a van in Scotland is in February. The price is 29% lower than the rest of the year at just £82 per day. A van rental is typically 50% more expensive than the average rental car in Scotland. The average price of a car hire in Scotland 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 Scotland van hire found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a pickup truck hire in Scotland is £61. The cheapest time to hire a pickup truck in Scotland is in September. The price is 8% lower than the rest of the year at just £66 per day. A pickup truck rental is typically 7% more expensive than the average rental car in Scotland. The average price of a car hire in Scotland 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 Scotland is £117. The cheapest time to hire a luxury car in Scotland is in January. The price is 35% lower than the rest of the year at just £77 per day. A luxury car rental is typically 52% more expensive than the average rental car in Scotland. The average price of a car hire in Scotland 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 Scotland luxury car hire found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a convertible hire in Scotland is £66. The cheapest time to hire a convertible in Scotland is in January. The price is 20% lower than the rest of the year at just £53 per day. A convertible rental is typically 14% more expensive than the average rental car in Scotland. The average price of a car hire in Scotland can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire.

Hyundai i10
or similar Mini
Up to 2 passengers

£13/day

30 Apr - 29 Jun
Hyundai i10
Ford Ka
or similar Mini
Up to 2 passengers

£14/day

29 Apr - 1 Jul
Ford Ka
Vauxhall Corsa
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

£15/day

30 Apr - 29 Jun
Vauxhall Corsa

Car hire insight and trends in Scotland

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

What is the cheapest car hire company in Scotland?

At the moment, Scotland’s cheapest car hire company is GREEN MOTION , where users have found prices from as little as £9/day. If the city you plan on visiting does not have any GREEN MOTION locations, then consider renting from GREEN MOTION or GREEN MOTION , which are also some of the cheapest car hire companies in the region. Users have recently found prices at GREEN MOTION which start at around £9/day, or £9/day from GREEN MOTION .

What is the best car hire company in Scotland?

Easirent is considered the best car hire company in Scotland based on our data - 32 reviews have given them an average customer satisfaction score of 6.6 out of 10. They also have 2 locations across Scotland, including popular destinations like Edinburgh.

What is the most popular type of car to hire in Scotland?

32% of momondo users prefer to hire Compact vehicles when visiting Scotland. You can expect daily rental prices for this type of car to be £40 on average. Rates might be different depending on what agency you hire your car from and what city you intend to visit. Keep in mind that there are also other types of rental cars available in Scotland if this one doesn’t suit your needs.

What are the cheapest cities to hire a car in Scotland?

At the moment, the cheapest cities to hire a car in Scotland are Grangemouth and Broxburn from GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , respectively. GREEN MOTION in Grangemouth has rental rates starting from around £12/day while DRIVALIA in Broxburn offers car hire for £13/day and up.

Scotland car hire directory

All major car hire suppliers in Scotland

Hertz

6.3
Okay
42 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

6.9

Overall

6.0

Pick-up/drop-off

6.0

Value

5.5

Arnold Clark

10.0
Wonderful
2 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

10.0

National

10.0
Wonderful
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Alamo

9.2
Wonderful
8 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.4

Comfort

9.1

Overall

9.2

Pick-up/drop-off

9.4

Value

8.2

Avis

8.8
Very Good
5 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

8.6

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.8
Good
25 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

8.6

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

7.1

Budget

7.7
Good
24 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.3

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

7.2

Sixt

7.2
Good
23 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

8.3

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.5

Value

6.5

Car hire in Scotland

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

How much does it cost to hire a car in Scotland?

On average, it will cost you £40 per day to hire a car in Scotland. Depending on the time of year, what type of car you hire, and what agency you hire from, you could end up paying as much as £127 per day or as little as around £11 per day. The price of a rental car in Scotland commonly fluctuates by about 91%.

When is the best time to hire a car in Scotland?

The best time to hire a car in Scotland is during the month of January, when prices average £10 per day. The most expensive month to rent a car is in January, during which you will frequently find prices averaging £88 per day. Be sure to book your rental car around 7 days or more ahead of time for the best prices.

How long do people hire a car for when staying in Scotland?

The majority of momondo users will hire a car in Scotland for 7 days at an average cost of £25 per day. A 1-week hire will cost a total of £173, while renting for just the weekend will cost £105 in total. You can also hire a car for a month or longer if need be - according to our data, renting a car for a month in Scotland costs, on average, £1,103 total.

When did momondo last update prices for cars in Scotland?

Prices for cars in Scotland are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for cars in Scotland?

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

The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including Scotland. 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 Scotland?

All drivers must have a valid full driving license when renting a car in Scotland. 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 Scotland?

You should book a car hire in Scotland 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 Scotland?

Filtering is how momondo helps you find a great car hire in Scotland. Narrow your search using price and map features as well as filtering by fuel or mileage policies amongst many other filters available.

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

Of course! momondo has a dedicated filter for users to specifically look at car hire in Scotland which offer free cancellation.

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

Absolutely! momondo offers this feature when searching for a car hire in Scotland.

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

You can specifically filter for enhanced cleaning on car hire in Scotland on momondo.

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

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


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