Edinburgh Low Cost Car Rental
Cheapest prices in Edinburgh in 2024. Additional 20% off from local car rental agencies.
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Free cancellationNo fee up to 24 hours before your pick-up time
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24/7 customer support
Call center and multi-language online chat.
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More than 96,000 locations
Car rental locations in every country
Comfort and convenience at the best price
We understand the importance of choosing the right pick-up location. With that said, Bookingauto strives to provide customers with the opportunity to collect a car from all desired locations in Edinburgh, including the city centre, main railway stations, and the nearest airports. Thanks to such a large selection of rental points, our clients can book a car in Edinburgh and pick it up at a convenient place for them.
What we can offer:
By contacting Bookingauto.com, customers can be sure that there is the right type of car waiting for them. For example, if one person or a small group of guests arrives in Edinburgh, it makes sense for them to rent a Convertible Mini Couper Cabrio from €68 per day. This presentable and comfortable car is offered for rent by sixt. When it comes to a family or a large company, the best choice may be a Minivan Mercedes Vito at a rate of €53 per day. Your trip will be pleasant and safe in this roomy car. For those who want some extra comfort and have the appropriate budget, budget is ready to offer a Business-class model - BMW 7 Series. A budget transport option for a journey would be a Opel Astra car, compact but quite convenient, the rental of which would cost about €17 per day.
Select the exact date and time for picking up and returning the car:
If you want to save money, choose the same pick-up and return time. Car rental companies charge for a full day of rent, so if you rent a car for 25 hours, you pay for 48 hours (two full days), and 73 hours would be equivalent to four full days of rent.
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Car rental locations near Edinburgh
Nearest airports
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Edinburgh - Airport
10.8 km / 6.7 miles
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Glasgow - Airport - International
78.2 km / 48.6 miles
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Glasgow - Airport - Prestwick
101.9 km / 63.3 miles
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Newcastle - Airport - International
138.1 km / 85.8 miles
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Aberdeen - Airport - Dyce
151.3 km / 94 miles
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Inverness - Airport
184.3 km / 114.5 miles
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Belfast - Airport - George Best City Apt
225.3 km / 140 miles
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Car rental price in Edinburgh by month
During the high season in summer, car rental in Edinburgh costs 20-30% more than at other times. For example, renting the Toyota Corolla popular in Edinburgh costs €37 per day in July. In autumn, you’d pay about €12 for the same model.
During the holidays, the demand for car rental is very high, which is reflected in both the price and the choice of available cars. Therefore, you should book in advance if possible.
Highest summer price for convertibles. For example, a Mini Couper Cabrio is offered at €68 per day.
Among the economy classes, the most popular model in Edinburgh is the Opel Astra. The rental price for such a car starts from €17 per day from sixt.
For lovers of comfortable driving, you will also have to pay an increased price for business class cars – a BMW 7 Series will cost about €73 per day.
The excitement noticeably subsides in autumn and rental companies begin to reduce their rates. For example, you can rent a BMW X3 very cheaply in the autumn for just €33 per day.
Fans of exclusive car models also find it easier to fulfill their requests in the autumn months. For example, in Edinburgh, you can easily rent a Audi R8 to travel in style through the streets of the beautiful city. Rest assured that the memories of these drives will linger in your imagination for a long time.
With us, you can book a car from the following rental companies
For over 20 years, Bookingauto has partnered with many international and local car rental companies in Edinburgh. This has resulted in close partnerships that allow us to provide our customers with a wide range of vehicles at the most competitive prices, as well as excellent service.
On our site, you will find great offers for car rental in Edinburgh and be surprised at the number of rental options available. The most popular among our customers is sixt, which has an average rating of 9.8 based on 100 reviews. The second-most popular is budget with a rating of 9.7, confirmed by reviews from 100 people.
In addition, we have long-standing partnerships with rental companies such as Alamo and Budget, which gives us the opportunity to offer car rental at a discount of up to 30% off standard prices.
Another partner company of the Bookingauto service is Alamo. This supplier is appealing to tourists, as it gives them the opportunity to rent a Mini car at the rate of €9 per day. You’ll probably agree that getting a comfortable Toyota Aygo for such a price is a real success!
Together, we strive to offer you big choice and the lowest prices.
Cancellation policy
We provide preferential cancellation / amendment terms for most cars and rental companies in Edinburgh
If you cancel your reservation at least 24 hours prior to receipt (48 hours in some cases), you will be refunded in full in almost all cases.
If you cancel less than 24 hours in advance (48 hours in some cases), you will receive a full refund minus an administration fee in almost all circumstances.
Cancellation policies and administration fees may vary depending on the provider and car you choose. Please read the cancellation policy before proceeding with your booking.
Note: you can only cancel or modify your order before the pick-up time!
These additional rules apply to all bookings:
If the online payment sum is less than the stated administration fee, there will be no refunds when cancelling your booking once the administration fee is applied.
If your booking is made less than 24 hours prior to the pick-up time (or 48 hours in some cases), a cancellation policy will be automatically applied to your booking.
Important information: To cancel a booking, please go to the “Manage My Booking” section – do not contact the rent-a-car company directly.
Insurance coverage cancellation:
If the car was booked with an additional insurance product, the policy will be automatically ended upon cancellation. The issue of reimbursement is resolved within the framework of the cancellation policy provided for by the terms of the insurance product.
No-show at the rental location:
A “no-show” can mean that:
● You didn't inform the car rental company of your cancellation before your pick-up time.
● You failed to pick up your car in Edinburgh at the arranged time and date.
● You failed to provide the documentation required to pick up the car.
● You failed to provide a credit card in the main driver’s name with enough available funds on it.
In the event of any of the above, no refunds can be made.
The car rental company reserves the right to refuse a car to any customer who fails to arrive on time with all of the necessary documentation and a credit card with enough available funds for the car's security deposit. In such cases, the customer will not be entitled to a refund.
Average price for fuel in Edinburgh
Estimated prices for gasoline and diesel fuel in Edinburgh in April 2024. This information is updated twice a month.
● €1.48 - cost of 1 litre of gasoline
● €1.53 - cost of 1 litre of diesel
Data is collected from various sources, including official government websites and those of fuel companies. Keep in mind that domestic fuel prices can vary greatly.
Special offer
United Kingdom
up to 20% discount for early bookings made more than 1 month in advance.
Using the search form on our website, you will see a list of cars available for rent in Edinburgh for your chosen dates.
In April 2024, Europcar and Thrifty are offering a special discount and you may also find price reductions from other rental companies. All discounted options are displayed as "-20% Off" in the search results.
When choosing a car, pay attention to the following parameters: the number of passengers, the capacity of the boot, and the type of transmission. Make sure that all parameters match your needs.
Age restrictions
Many rental companies in Edinburgh have strict age restrictions on drivers. This may include additional charges for drivers under 26 years old.
We advise you to carefully study the age requirements of the company, especially if you are under 26 years old. After all, your car rental costs may depend on this. Different countries, companies and even rental locations may have different age limits and fees. Therefore, we urge you to read the full terms and conditions of the rental service and the information specified in the voucher.
List of required documents
To rent a car in Edinburgh, you will need a driver's license, passport, credit card (sometimes two for luxury cars) and a voucher received by email.
If more than one person will be driving the car, then the additional drivers must also confirm that they have a driver's license.
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Driving license
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Credit card
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Voucher
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Passport
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Warning
An international driving permit is required
Answers to popular questions about car rental in Edinburgh
Answer: The car rental price in Edinburgh usually includes unlimited mileage, basic CDW insurance and local VAT. Before booking, you can get acquainted with the full list of services included in the rental price by reading the rental conditions of your chosen car.
Answer: If you pick up a car in Edinburgh, returning it in another city is possible for an additional fee. You need to mark the option "Return elsewhere" in the search form and indicate your desired city of return. The search results will only offer cars for which this is possible. The price is indicated immediately and takes into account the additional fee for returning in another city.
Answer: Most people in Edinburgh rent cars that fall under the category of Compact and Mini. In terms of models, the most popular ones are Opel Astra and Toyota Aygo. To choose a rental car that will meet your expectations as much as possible, take your time with making a decision. Compare the characteristics of the chosen car with your requirements and imagine how comfortable the trip will be in it. If you have a lot of luggage, make note of the volume of the boot; if you want a car with a fuel-saving function, this also needs to be considered, etc.
Answer: Click on the "Car rental near me" icon in the search form. The system will automatically determine your coordinates and suggest a number of available cars, starting with the ones closest to your location. However, check the exact address of the rental office before booking to ensure that the coordinates are accurate.
Answer: Traditional low-cost airlines in Edinburgh are Budget, Thrifty and Last Minute.Often, though, well-known network companies offer promotions and super discounts, which can reach up to 70% off. At the same time, the quality of service remains high. To get the best deal, we encourage you to compare prices from a wide variety of options and offers. Check the prices of the leading companies on our website, choose the option that best suits your parameters, and you’ll be able to get the ideal car at the best price.
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