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Car Rental in Bautzen

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  • from $41 per day
  • 8.6 top rated · Budget

A rental car here costs $133 a day on average, about $933 for a week. Avis is the cheapest for a small car, about $44 a day. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Apr 2026.

  • Free cancellation: 1 of 1
  • Debit card accepted: 1 of 1
  • Budget

Where to pick up in Bautzen

Pick-up point Type Suppliers From / day Average wait
Bautzen · 1 km City office 1 $131 25 min

Nearby, 31–47 km

Pick-up point Type Suppliers From / day Average wait
Hoyerswerda · 31 km City office 1 $198 17 min
Goerlitz · 38 km City office 2 $115 25 min
Zittau · 41 km City office 1 $133 16 min
Dresden Airport · 47 km Airport 6 $43 19 min

Car rental prices in Bautzen by car type

Class Typical cars Suppliers From / day
Economy Seat Ibiza, Skoda Fabia 2 $41
Compact Seat Leon, Cupra Leon, Hyundai i30 2 $43
Intermediate Citroen C5 2 $51
Full size Volvo S60 2 $75
Station wagon Audi A5, Cupra Leon, Ford Focus Estate 2 $44
SUV Seat Arona, Seat Ateca, Skoda Kamiq 2 $50
9-seat van Ford Tourneo 1 $415

Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Apr 2026. Rental companies guarantee the car class, not the exact model. Live availability and prices are shown in search results. How we collect prices

Seat Ibiza rental car in Bautzen Avis

Seat Ibiza

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Air conditioning
from $41/day
Seat Leon rental car in Bautzen Avis

Seat Leon

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Air conditioning
from $43/day
Cupra Leon rental car in Bautzen Avis

Cupra Leon

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $49/day
Skoda Fabia rental car in Bautzen Budget

Skoda Fabia

or similar

  • 4 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Air conditioning
from $130/day
Skoda Scala rental car in Bautzen Budget

Skoda Scala

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Air conditioning
from $131/day
Hyundai i30 rental car in Bautzen Budget

Hyundai i30

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $146/day

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Car rental companies in Bautzen

Prices and conditions come from searches on TREWL and may have changed. Ratings come from CarTrawler customer reviews, as shown in searches up to Apr 2026. Live availability and prices are shown in search results. How we collect prices

Budget

25 min wait CDW included Credit and debit cards
8.6
Excellent 500+ reviews
from $131/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.1 Cleanliness 8.8 Service at the rental desk 8.7 Pick-up process 8.6 Drop-off process 8.9

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Taxes
  • Deductible from $1 212

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Unlimited mileage on selected cars
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Budget in Bautzen
Rathenauplatz 1 Im Bahnhof, Bautzen, 02625
03591 40640

Rental conditions in Bautzen

Based on 1 supplier here and nearby. Data from the 12 months to Apr 2026.

Fuel policy Full to full (1 supplier)
Transmission Automatic 50%, manual 50%.
Cancellation Free up to 48 hours before pick-up at 1 supplier.
Insurance included Theft protection (TP) (1 supplier), Third-party liability (TPL) (1 supplier), Collision damage waiver (CDW) (1 supplier). Deductible: $1 212.
Extras GPS (1 supplier), Child seat (1 supplier), Booster seat (1 supplier)

Driving in Germany: drive on the right · 0.05% blood alcohol · zero for new drivers · No motorway tolls. Driving rules

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Car rental in Bautzen: what to expect

50% of the cars offered here are automatic. Most suppliers allow free cancellation up to 48 hours before pick-up.

Car rental in Bautzen: FAQ

How much does it cost to rent a car in Bautzen?
Car rental in Bautzen starts from $41 per day, and the average price is $133 per day. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Apr 2026. At the average daily rate, a rental costs about $399 for a 3-day weekend and $933 for a week. Rentals of a month or longer usually get a lower daily rate. The final price depends on the season, the car class, the rental company and how early you book.

Which car rental company has the best reviews in Bautzen?
According to customer reviews, the highest-rated car rental companies in Bautzen are:
  • Budget: rated 8.6/10 by 500+ customers, average price $198 per day
  • Avis: rated 8.5/10 by 500+ customers, average price $54 per day
Ratings cover value for money, car cleanliness, desk service, and the pick-up and drop-off process. Ratings come from CarTrawler customer reviews, as shown in searches up to Apr 2026.

Which is the cheapest car rental company in Bautzen?
By the average daily price of a small car (mini, economy or compact), the cheapest rental companies in Bautzen are:
  • Avis: about $44 per day
  • Budget: about $138 per day
Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Apr 2026. For the lowest price, book early, choose a smaller car and check the fuel policy and deposit before you pay.

Where do I pick up my rental car in Bautzen?
It depends on the rental company, and the pick-up type is shown for each company on this page. Your booking confirmation always includes the exact pick-up address and instructions.

Can I pick up a car in Bautzen and return it somewhere else?
Yes, one-way rentals are possible with many companies, but they usually charge a one-way fee, which is higher for longer distances or for drop-offs in another country. Enter a different drop-off location in the search form to see one-way prices with the fee included.

What is the minimum age to rent a car in Bautzen?
The lowest minimum age among rental companies in Bautzen is 21, and some companies require 23 or 25 for larger or premium cars. Drivers under 25 usually pay a daily young driver fee, and some companies limit younger drivers to smaller car classes. You also need to have held your driving license for at least one year. Age rules for young drivers in Bautzen:
  • Avis: minimum age 21, young driver fee up to age 24

Can I rent a car in Bautzen with a debit card?
Rental companies in Bautzen typically accept major credit cards such as Visa, Mastercard and American Express. The card must be in the main driver's name and have enough funds for the security deposit. Debit and prepaid cards are accepted only by some companies, sometimes with a higher deposit or extra checks. Companies that accept debit cards in Bautzen: Budget and Avis. The accepted cards are listed for each company on this page.

Which car rental companies in Bautzen offer unlimited mileage?
Avis includes unlimited mileage on all cars in Bautzen. Budget offers it on some cars only. The mileage policy is shown in each offer before you book. With limited mileage, every kilometer or mile over the daily allowance is charged extra.

What fuel policy do rental companies use in Bautzen?
The fuel policy is shown for each company on this page. The most common ones in Bautzen are:
  • Full to full: you get the car with a full tank and return it full. This is usually the cheapest option because you only pay for the fuel you use at pump prices. Refuel near the drop-off point, or the company will charge for the missing fuel plus a service fee. Offered by Budget and Avis.
  • Same to same: you return the car with the same fuel level as at pick-up.

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