Edinburgh

Cheap Car Hire in Edinburgh

Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
22 Jul — 29 Jul
Same drop-off
Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
Fri 22/7
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Fri 29/7
Noon
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Edinburgh Car Hire in 2022

Most popular companyGREENMOTION
Price of gas per litre£1.97
Average price per day£89
Cheapest price per day£24

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Edinburgh?

January

£28

February

£38

March

£44

April

£73

May

£83

June

£87

July

£49

August

£47

September

£43

October

£43

November

£38

December

£52

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Edinburgh is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is June. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Top hire agencies in Edinburgh

All major car hire suppliers in Edinburgh
6.7
Good
40 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

6.7

Pick-up/drop-off

6.7

Value

4.7
10.0
Excellent
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0
10.0
Excellent
20 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

8.0
8.0
Excellent
2 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0
7.3
Good
19 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

8.6

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

6.3

Value

7.3
7.0
Good
16 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.7

Value

5.9
5.7
Okay
11 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.5

Overall

5.7

Pick-up/drop-off

6.9

Value

5.3
15 locations

Best Edinburgh Car Hire Deals Found

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Car Hire FAQs

What is the cheapest hire car found in Edinburgh?

In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £75/day when booking a car hire in Edinburgh. The absolute best deal a user found was for £20/day from INTERRENT , booked on Jul. 28.

What car rental company is typically the cheapest in Edinburgh?

According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Edinburgh from the following companies over the past two weeks: Europcar (£40/day), Arnold Clark (£46/day), and Budget (£47/day).

Which car rental company is considered to be the best in Edinburgh?

Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Arnold Clark (10.0 rating), National (10.0 rating) and Budget (9.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Edinburgh.

What are gas prices like in Edinburgh?

The average price of petrol in Edinburgh is £1.97/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between £88 and £127 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

How much does it cost to hire a car in Edinburgh for a week from GREEN MOTION ?

GREEN MOTION is one of the most popular car hire companies in Edinburgh, offering car hire for around £496 per week on average.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Edinburgh for the best price?

Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting your vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 27% on your car hire. For a below average price in Edinburgh, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 90 days in advance.

Can I rent a car for a month in Edinburgh?

Typically, how long you can hire a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Edinburgh however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

How much does it cost to rent a car in Edinburgh for a month?

You can potentially save up to 98% on a month-long rental by booking with INTERRENT . INTERRENT is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in Edinburgh can cost you on average £2,128 a month or £71 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

How much is a car hire in Edinburgh for a weekend?

£150 is typically the average cost for a hire car for the weekend in Edinburgh, though this could vary depending on the time of year. If you’re on a budget when travelling to Edinburgh, then opt for a Economy hire vehicle - these tend to be the most affordable on weekends. In the month of August, you can expect to find car hire prices on Cheapflights for as low as £98/day.

What car do most people hire in Edinburgh?

The majority of Cheapflights travellers prefer to hire a Economy (Kia Rio) in Edinburgh, making it the most popular option.