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Car Rental in Bochum

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  • from $81 per day
  • 9.0 top rated · Flizzr

A rental car here costs $251 a day on average, about $1 763 for a week. The most popular car class is SUV, at about $205 a day. Sixt is the cheapest for a small car, about $113 a day. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Apr 2026.

  • Free cancellation: 2 of 2
  • Debit card accepted: 2 of 2
  • Flizzr
  • Sixt

Where to pick up in Bochum

Pick-up point Type Suppliers From / day Average wait
Bochum City · 3 km City office 2 $86 28 min
Gelsenkirchen Train Station Central Station · 8 km Train station 1 $100 26 min

Nearby, 14–48 km

Pick-up point Type Suppliers From / day Average wait
Essen East · 14 km City office 2 $168 16 min
Dortmund City Centre · 18 km City office 1 $138 19 min
Dortmund Airport · 28 km Airport 7 $42 17 min
Duisburg Train Station · 31 km Train station 3 $165 17 min
Düsseldorf Rather Kreuzweg · 38 km City office 1 $62 13 min
Düsseldorf Airport · 38 km Airport 14 $36 19 min
Düsseldorf Train Station Central Station · 41 km Train station 4 $65 23 min
Hamm · 43 km City office 2 $143 20 min
Wesel · 44 km City office 2 $53 21 min
Krefeld · 47 km City office 1 $139 23 min
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Pick-up point Type Suppliers From / day Average wait
Neuss Central Train Station · 48 km Train station 1 $165 20 min

Car rental prices in Bochum by car type

Class Typical cars Suppliers From / day Typical / day
Economy Seat Ibiza 1 $89
Compact Volkswagen Golf, Audi A3, Audi Q2 2 $91
Intermediate BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe 1 $216
Full size BMW 3 Series 2 $500
Station wagon Skoda Octavia Estate, Volkswagen Passat Estate, BMW 3 Series Estate 2 $110
SUV Volkswagen T-Roc, Volkswagen Tiguan, Citroen eC3 2 $81 $114
Minivan Nissan Primastar 1 $159
7-seat minivan Volkswagen Touran 2 $125
9-seat van Mercedes Vito Tourer 1 $1 234
Premium BMW 4 Series Gran Coupe 1 $181

The from price is among the lowest prices seen. Half of the offers were cheaper than the typical price. 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 Bochum Flizzr

Seat Ibiza

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Air conditioning
from $89/day
Audi Q2 rental car in Bochum Sixt

Audi Q2

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $91/day
Audi A3 rental car in Bochum Sixt

Audi A3

or similar

  • 3 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $92/day
Volkswagen Golf rental car in Bochum Flizzr

Volkswagen Golf

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Air conditioning
from $101/day
BMW 1 Series rental car in Bochum Flizzr

BMW 1 Series

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $141/day

Convertible car rental Bochum

Car rental companies in Bochum

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

Flizzr

33 min wait CDW included Credit and debit cards
9.0
Excellent 250+ reviews
from $86/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.7 Cleanliness 9.3 Service at the rental desk 9.2 Pick-up process 9.0 Drop-off process 9.2

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Taxes
  • Airport fee
  • Deductible from $1 294

Policies

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

Extras (paid at the desk)

Snow chains · GPS · Winter tires · Ski rack · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Flizzr in Bochum City
Hiberniastr. 2, Gelsenkirchen, 45879
+49-8966060060

Sixt

23 min wait CDW included Credit and debit cards
8.8
Excellent 2000+ reviews
from $91/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.4 Cleanliness 9.1 Service at the rental desk 9.0 Pick-up process 8.9 Drop-off process 9.0

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Taxes
  • Airport fee
  • Deductible from $1 294

Policies

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

Extras (paid at the desk)

Snow chains · GPS · Winter tires · Ski rack · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Sixt in Bochum City
Nordring 81, Bochum, 44787
+49-8966060060

Rental conditions in Bochum

Based on 2 suppliers here and nearby. Data from the 12 months to Apr 2026.

Debit card Accepted by 2 of 2 suppliers: Flizzr and Sixt.
Mileage Unlimited at all 2 suppliers.
Fuel policy Full to full (2 suppliers)
Transmission Automatic 75%, manual 25%.
Electric and hybrid Citroen eC3 and Mazda CX-60, from $67 a day.
Cancellation Free up to 48 hours before pick-up at 2 suppliers.
Insurance included Theft protection (TP) (2 suppliers), Third-party liability (TPL) (2 suppliers), Collision damage waiver (CDW) (2 suppliers). Deductible: $1 294.
Included in the price Breakdown assistance, Taxes, Airport fee
Extras Snow chains (2 suppliers), GPS (2 suppliers), Winter tires (2 suppliers), Ski rack (2 suppliers), Infant seat (2 suppliers), Child seat (2 suppliers)
Special offers Special discount (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 Bochum: what to expect

Customers report an average wait at the desk from 23 min at Sixt to 33 min at Flizzr.

75% of the cars offered here are automatic. Mileage is unlimited at all 2 suppliers. Most suppliers allow free cancellation up to 48 hours before pick-up.

People who search here most often live in Germany, Ukraine and Turkey. A typical rental lasts 4 days.

Car rental in Bochum: FAQ

How much does it cost to rent a car in Bochum?
Car rental in Bochum starts from $81 per day, and the average price is $251 per day. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Apr 2026. At the average daily rate, a rental costs about $755 for a 3-day weekend and $1 763 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.

What are the most popular types of rental cars in Bochum?
These are the car types people opened most often in searches on TREWL in Bochum over the last 12 months, with their average daily prices:
  • SUV: $205 per day
  • Intermediate: $263 per day
Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Apr 2026. Smaller cars are usually the cheapest, while SUVs, vans and premium cars cost more but offer extra space and comfort.

Which car rental companies are the most popular in Bochum?
These are the rental companies people opened most often in searches on TREWL in Bochum over the last 12 months:
  • Sixt, average price $325 per day
Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Apr 2026.

Which car rental company has the best reviews in Bochum?
According to customer reviews, the highest-rated car rental companies in Bochum are:
  • Flizzr: rated 9.0/10 by 250+ customers, average price $260 per day
  • Sixt: rated 8.8/10 by 2000+ customers, average price $325 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 Bochum?
By the average daily price of a small car (mini, economy or compact), the cheapest rental companies in Bochum are:
  • Sixt: about $113 per day
  • Flizzr: about $192 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 Bochum?
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 Bochum 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 Bochum?
The minimum age to rent a car in Bochum is usually 21, although some companies accept drivers from 18 and others 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.

Can I rent a car in Bochum with a debit card?
Rental companies in Bochum 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 Bochum: Flizzr and Sixt. The accepted cards are listed for each company on this page.

Which car rental companies in Bochum offer unlimited mileage?
Flizzr and Sixt offer 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 Bochum?
The fuel policy is shown for each company on this page. The most common ones in Bochum 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 Flizzr and Sixt.
  • Same to same: you return the car with the same fuel level as at pick-up.

Can I rent an electric or hybrid car in Bochum?
Yes. Companies offering electric and hybrid cars in Bochum include Flizzr and Sixt. The cheapest is Flizzr, from $67 per day. Hybrids need no charging. With a fully electric car, check the charging options along your route and the company's charging policy before you set off.

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