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What is the cheapest rental car agency in Edinburgh?
The cheapest rental cars in Edinburgh are generally found through GREEN MOTION . When booking with GREEN MOTION , you may be able to find rental car prices for as low as $16/day. The average price to rent a car in Edinburgh is $32/day.
What car rental company in Edinburgh has the most locations?
Europcar has the most locations of any rental car company in Edinburgh, with 8 locations.
What car do most people rent in Edinburgh?
For an average of $47/day (and as low as $20/day), Vauxhall Crossland rentals in Edinburgh are the most popular car among our users. Renting the Nissan Qashqai in Edinburgh for $69/day on average ($22/day for a cheap deal) is another popular choice.
Edinburgh, Scotland car rental deals found on momondo
Find the rental car in Edinburgh that's right for you
Small cars
$28 - $49
All Car Types
$44 - $87
The average price of a small car rental in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom is $40. The cheapest time to rent a small car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom is in November. The price is 32% lower than the rest of the year at just $28 per day. A small car rental is typically 40% 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 car rentals found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a medium car rental in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom is $61. The cheapest time to rent a medium car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom is in November. The price is 30% lower than the rest of the year at just $44 per day. A medium car rental is typically 9% 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 medium car rentals found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a large car rental in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom is $107. The cheapest time to rent a large car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom is in November. The price is 30% lower than the rest of the year at just $75 per day. A large car rental is typically 37% 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 SUV rental in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom is $63. The cheapest time to rent a SUV in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom is in November. The price is 31% lower than the rest of the year at just $44 per day. A SUV rental is typically 8% 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 $113. The cheapest time to rent a van in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom is in January. The price is 28% lower than the rest of the year at just $82 per day. A van rental is typically 40% 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 van rentals found on momondo in the past week.
The average price of a luxury car rental in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom is $122. The cheapest time to rent a luxury car in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom is in January. The price is 37% lower than the rest of the year at just $77 per day. A luxury car 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. Below are the best prices for Edinburgh luxury car rentals 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 rental deals, popular car rental companies, and best car types for your visit in Edinburgh
Most Popular Agency
GREEN MOTION
Popular Car Types
Economy, Mini, Compact
Cheapest Rental Car
$17
Most Popular Model
Class Economy Car
The most popular Edinburgh car rental agency found on momondo this month is GREEN MOTION . Other top choices for car rental companies are Hertz and Turo
The following car types were offered at rental car companies in Edinburgh in the past 72 hours: Economy, Mini, Compact.
The lowest price for a rental car in Edinburgh is $17/day. For this area, you can expect average prices starting from $40/day.
The most popular car model to rent in Edinburgh in the past 7 days is the Class Economy Car. Our users also prefer the Mercedes-Benz A-Class as an alternative.
Learn everything there is to know about renting a car in Edinburgh so you can be properly prepared for your next trip
How much will it cost to rent a car in Edinburgh, Scotland in September?
For September in Edinburgh, the average price from these searches for a weekend rental was $78 - but some users found deals as low as $26. $50 is a normal deal for a week-long rental in Edinburgh, but for September it's not uncommon to see prices as low as $16, depending on your requirements.
Is there a fee to cancel my Edinburgh, Scotland car rental?
The majority of the Edinburgh car rental agencies that we partner with do not have a cancellation fee. This means that if your plans change unexpectedly, many car rental centers in Edinburgh such as Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, and Sixt often offer cancellation free of charge based on when you booked.
What is the best type of car to rent in Edinburgh during September?
Renting a Standard car in Edinburgh during the month of September is what most travelers prefer. With temperatures averaging 50 °F and precipitation around 2.4″ during September, a Standard car is more than capable of handling these weather conditions. This is the perfect rental car type for wet roads and above-freezing temperatures. Renting a Standard in Edinburgh will cost you $60/day on average.
What is the speed limit in Edinburgh, Scotland?
If you are renting a vehicle in Edinburgh, then be aware that the current speed limit within city or town limits is 30 mph, unless otherwise posted. Suburban speed limits around Edinburgh will generally have a speed limit of 60 mph. If you are traveling on a highway in Edinburgh, then the speed limit is 70 mph.
What car rental company has the Volvo XC90 in Edinburgh?
At the moment, Enterprise Rent-A-Car has the Volvo XC90 available for rent in Edinburgh for $99 per day on average. Keep in mind that availability for Volvo XC90 rentals in Edinburgh can change quickly.
What is the weather like in Edinburgh, United Kingdom in August?
During the month of August the average temperature in Edinburgh is 59 °F and the expected precipitation is 2.4″. This information is useful for travelers looking for a car rental in Edinburgh.
Is the weather in Edinburgh similar to the rest of Scotland?
Travelers looking to leave from Edinburgh on a road trip around Scotland or the surrounding areas during the month of August should expect temperatures around 57.2 °F and about 2.7″ of possible rain through the month.
When did momondo last update prices for cars in Edinburgh?
Prices for cars in Edinburgh are updated 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?
Age requirements for drivers vary depending on the country, including Edinburgh. In several EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. Generally, to rent a car overseas, you must be at least 21 years old, and if you're under 25, you may be charged a young driver surcharge. It's recommended that you review the policy of your preferred rental company before booking.
What documentation or ID do you need to rent a car in Edinburgh?
To rent a car in Edinburgh, all drivers must present a valid full driving license. If the license is written in a language other than the language of the country of rental, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're renting a car abroad, you may also need to provide evidence of your return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend that you verify with the specific rental company you're booking with.
Traveling to a place near Edinburgh?
Rent a car at Edinburgh if you plan to visit one of these locations
St. Andrews
Melrose
Oban
Slateford
Kelso
Pitlochry
Berwick-Upon-Tweed
Dunkeld
South Queensferry
Auchterarder
Callander
Linlithgow
Moffat
Peebles
Airdrie
Why use momondo?
Why should I use momondo to book a car rental in Edinburgh?
Choosing momondo to search for rental cars in Edinburgh makes sense because it is quick and free of charge. We find all the rental car prices and policies, you simply choose what works best for you and your trip.
How does momondo help me find the best car rental deal in Edinburgh?
momondo enables you to find the best car rental deal in Edinburgh by providing useful filters to narrow your search. Filters include, but are not limited to: price, body type, rental company and specific policies that you may want.
Does momondo show car rental deals in Edinburgh with free cancellation?
Free cancellation is a policy that can be filtered on momondo car rental searches for Edinburgh and all other locations. Availability may vary by location.
Can I rent a car with a fair fuel policy in Edinburgh on momondo?
Yes, momondo has a filter for fair fuel policies on car rentals in Edinburgh.
Can I find a car rental in Edinburgh which offers enhanced cleaning on momondo?
Yes, momondo can show you specific deals which include enhanced cleaning on car rentals in Edinburgh.
Can I search for rental cars in Edinburgh with unlimited mileage on momondo?
Yes, unlimited mileage options can be found on rental cars in Edinburgh on momondo.
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