Car Hire in Edinburgh, Scotland

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Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
29 Mar — 5 Apr
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Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
Wed 29/3
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Wed 5/4
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Best deals found for Edinburgh, Scotland car rentals

Find great deals below on a variety of popular hire cars in Edinburgh, Scotland
Ford Ka
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

₹ 2,287/day

28 Mar - 4 Apr
Ford Ka
Hyundai i20
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

₹ 2,437/day

28 Mar - 4 Apr
Hyundai i20
Hyundai i10
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

₹ 2,684/day

28 Mar - 4 Apr
Hyundai i10
Suzuki Swift Dzire
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

₹ 3,348/day

28 Mar - 4 Apr
Suzuki Swift Dzire
Ford EcoSport
or similar Compact SUV
Up to 4 passengers

₹ 4,119/day

28 Mar - 4 Apr
Ford EcoSport
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
or similar Premium
Up to 5 passengers

₹ 4,839/day

28 Mar - 4 Apr
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Ford EcoSport
or similar Compact SUV
Up to 4 passengers

₹ 5,193/day

28 Mar - 4 Apr
Ford EcoSport
Mercedes-Benz S-Class
or similar Luxury
Up to 5 passengers
4-door vehicles

₹ 10,588/day

28 Mar - 4 Apr
Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Important information about Edinburgh car hire

Edinburgh is a wonderful city to visit, and hired cars in Edinburgh are a logical choice to see the sites. Take a drive to see Edinburgh Castle or historic Princes Street. hired cars in Edinburgh are easy to find, with over 20 car hire locations around the city, including Edinburgh Airport. Princes Street is a main attraction and has been the soul of the city since 1770. Ferry Road is one of the major roads of Edinburgh. It spans from Davidson's Mains Village to Leith, and there is lots to see along the way. The A1 on the eastside goes all the way to the Scottish border and there are other routes it connects with. There are many villages to stop and see along the way. The M6 and M74 along the westside go to Glasgow, or further, to Aberdeen. After you get a cheap car rental in Edinburgh, other roads offer scenic routes, but remember to drive on the left side. Traffic can get busy during peak hours in the morning and at night, yet there are alternate routes available. The scenic roads can only be reached by car.

Parking around the city is easy, with some free parking in central areas. There is garage parking as well, and tickets can be purchased for long-term use. Daily and hourly rates are also available for reasonable rates. central is walkable and sites like pubs and restaurants are easy to get to on foot. Mary King’s Close is located in Edinburgh’s Old Town, which includes many winding and narrow alleyways called "closes," and is a great place for a stroll. a cheap car rental is the only way to get to see scenic roads like A-9, and it’s one of the better routes in the city. If you’re central, there are bus and trams available to get to where you want to go.

Before you get hired cars in Edinburgh, it’s worth noting some of the driving rules. The most important is that you drive on the left side of the road. Roads are called single and double carriageways, and major roadways are labeled as A, while secondary roads are labeled as B. Drivers must yield to emergency vehicles by moving over a lane if possible. Edinburgh car rentals can be found in the city, but it’s important to understand that drivers 70 and older must obtain a British driving license to drive in the UK.  For more information, and to make certain laws have not changed, contact the city’s department of motor vehicles.

Before you check for rental cars in Edinburgh, you should know the requirements to rent car in the city. You must be at least 18 years old to drive or rent a car. You must also possess a valid driving license that is registered in your country. A debit or credit card is necessary to rent a car. Keep in mind that there might be a hold placed on your car for any potential damages. Insurance is usually included in the price of the rental, but you are solely responsible for any damages to the car. To be environmentally friendly, an electric car rental is a smart way to get around the city.


Edinburgh, Scotland car rental deals found on momondo

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

Small cars

₹ 3,264 - ₹ 11,760

All Car Types

₹ 7,082 - ₹ 26,274

The average price of a Small rental in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom is ₹ 6,322. The cheapest time to rent a Small in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom is in February. The price is 49% lower than the rest of the year at just ₹ 3,264 per day. A Small rental is typically 58% less expensive than the average rental car in Edinburgh. The average price of a vehicle rental in Edinburgh can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Edinburgh Small rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a Medium rental in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom is ₹ 9,319. The cheapest time to rent a Medium in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom is in January. The price is 37% lower than the rest of the year at just ₹ 5,894 per day. A Medium rental is typically 38% less expensive than the average rental car in Edinburgh. The average price of a vehicle rental in Edinburgh can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car.

The average price of a Large rental in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom is ₹ 17,582. The cheapest time to rent a Large in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom is in November. The price is 53% lower than the rest of the year at just ₹ 8,323 per day. A Large rental is typically 16% more expensive than the average rental car in Edinburgh. The average price of a vehicle rental in Edinburgh can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Edinburgh Large rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a SUV rental in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom is ₹ 13,496. The cheapest time to rent a SUV in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom is in February. The price is 57% lower than the rest of the year at just ₹ 5,895 per day. A SUV rental is typically 10% less expensive than the average rental car in Edinburgh. The average price of a vehicle rental in Edinburgh can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Edinburgh SUV rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a Van rental in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom is ₹ 18,343. The cheapest time to rent a Van in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom is in March. The price is 55% lower than the rest of the year at just ₹ 8,427 per day. A Van rental is typically 19% more expensive than the average rental car in Edinburgh. The average price of a vehicle rental in Edinburgh can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car.

The average price of a Luxury rental in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom is ₹ 19,403. The cheapest time to rent a Luxury in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom is in February. The price is 53% lower than the rest of the year at just ₹ 9,291 per day. A Luxury rental is typically 24% more expensive than the average rental car in Edinburgh. The average price of a vehicle rental in Edinburgh can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for Edinburgh Luxury rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a Convertible rental in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom is ₹ 26,938. The cheapest time to rent a Convertible in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom is in March. The price is 56% lower than the rest of the year at just ₹ 11,893 per day. A Convertible rental is typically 45% more expensive than the average rental car in Edinburgh. The average price of a vehicle rental in Edinburgh can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car.

Ford Ka
or similar Economy
Up to 2 passengers

₹ 2,287/day

28 Mar - 4 Apr
Ford Ka
Hyundai i20
or similar Compact
Up to 4 passengers

₹ 2,437/day

28 Mar - 4 Apr
Hyundai i20

Edinburgh car hire directory

All major car rental suppliers in Edinburgh, Scotland

Hertz

6.4
Okay
40 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

6.8

Overall

6.1

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

5.8

Arnold Clark

10.0
Wonderful
1 review4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

National

3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Alamo

9.5
Wonderful
3 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.8

Comfort

9.4

Overall

9.6

Pick-up/drop-off

9.8

Value

8.4

Avis

8.7
Very Good
3 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

9.2

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

9.6

Value

8.8

Enterprise

8.2
Very Good
21 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

7.6

Budget

8.0
Very Good
21 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.1

Value

7.7

Sixt

6.3
Okay
20 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.2

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.2

Value

5.7

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

GREEN MOTION

Popular Car Types

Economy, Intermediate, SUV

Cheapest Rental Car

₹ 2,870

Most Popular Model

MG ZS
The most popular Edinburgh car rental agency found on momondo this month is GREEN MOTION . Other top choices for car rental companies are Easirent and Alamo
The following car types were offered at rental car companies in Edinburgh in the past 72 hours: Economy, Intermediate, SUV.
The lowest price for a rental car in Edinburgh is ₹ 2,870/day. For this area, you can expect average prices starting from ₹ 6,794/day.
The most popular car model to rent in Edinburgh in the past 7 days is the MG ZS. Our users also prefer the Renault Grand Scénic as an alternative.

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Driving with a car hire in Edinburgh - FAQs

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The cheapest car hire in Edinburgh are generally found through Goldcar Rental SP. When booking with Goldcar Rental SP, you may be able to find car hire prices for as low as ₹ 620/day. The average price to hire a car in Edinburgh is ₹ 1,068/day.

The majority of car hire agencies in Edinburgh offer free cancellation. momondo will always tell you whether or not rental car centres such as Hertz, Easirent, and GREEN MOTION have a cancellation fee for travellers who have last-minute itinerary changes.


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