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Car Rental in Cologne

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  • 9.0 top rated · Flizzr

A rental car here costs $241 a day on average, about $1 690 for a week. The most popular car class is Economy, at about $177 a day. Hertz is the cheapest for a small car, about $93 a day. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Jun 2026.

  • Free cancellation: 8 of 8
  • Debit card accepted: 5 of 8
  • Flizzr
  • Sixt
  • Keddy BY Europcar
  • National
  • Budget
  • Europcar
  • +2

Where to pick up in Cologne

Pick-up point Type Suppliers From / day Average wait
Cologne Train Station Central Station · 1 km Train station 7 $77 21 min
Frechen Koln · 8 km City office 1 $95 25 min

Nearby, 15–41 km

Pick-up point Type Suppliers From / day Average wait
Cologne Bonn Airport · 15 km Airport 10 $29 23 min
Bonn Adenauerallee · 26 km City office 1 $137 17 min
Grevenbroich Downtown · 30 km City office 2 $301 27 min
Bonn Bad Godesberg · 32 km City office 1 $150 19 min
Düsseldorf Train Station Central Station · 34 km Train station 4 $65 23 min
Neuss Central Train Station · 35 km Train station 1 $165 20 min
Dueren · 37 km City office 2 $145 29 min
Bad Honnef · 38 km City office 1 $49 20 min
Düsseldorf Rather Kreuzweg · 38 km City office 1 $62 13 min
Düsseldorf Airport · 41 km Airport 14 $36 19 min

Car rental prices in Cologne by car type

Class Typical cars Suppliers From / day Typical / day
Mini Hyundai i10, Opel Adam, Fiat 500 6 $77
Economy Volkswagen Polo, Opel Corsa, Renault Zoe 7 $84 $149
Compact Volkswagen Golf, BMW 1 Series, Hyundai i30 8 $94 $176
Intermediate Nissan Qashqai, Ford Mondeo, Mazda 6 8 $101 $183
Standard Cupra Tavascan 1 $184
Full size BMW 3 Series, Volvo S60, Mercedes C Class 6 $119
Station wagon Volkswagen Passat Estate, Skoda Octavia Estate, Audi A6 Estate 8 $110 $219
SUV Volkswagen Tiguan, Skoda Karoq, Volkswagen T-Roc 7 $109 $333
Minivan Mercedes Vito 2 $380
5-seat MPV Audi Q3 Sportback, BMW X1, Opel Zafira 5 $117
7-seat minivan Opel Combo, Opel Combo Life, Volkswagen Touran 2 $206
9-seat van Ford Transit, Ford Tourneo, Nissan Primastar 3 $288
Luxury Volvo XC90, Audi A5, Mercedes CLE 3 $190
Premium Audi A6, Mercedes E Class, Audi A5 4 $137
Convertible BMW 4 Series Convertible, Volkswagen T-Roc Cabriolet 1 $385

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 Jun 2026. Rental companies guarantee the car class, not the exact model. Live availability and prices are shown in search results. How we collect prices

Toyota Aygo rental car in Cologne National

Toyota Aygo

or similar

  • 4 seats
  • 1 bag
  • Air conditioning
from $77/day
Opel Adam rental car in Cologne Thrifty

Opel Adam

or similar

  • 4 seats
  • 1 bag
  • Air conditioning
from $77/day
Ford Fiesta rental car in Cologne Hertz

Ford Fiesta

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Air conditioning
from $84/day
Skoda Fabia rental car in Cologne Budget

Skoda Fabia

or similar

  • 4 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Air conditioning
from $91/day
Opel Corsa rental car in Cologne National

Opel Corsa

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $93/day
Volkswagen Golf rental car in Cologne National

Volkswagen Golf

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $94/day
Ford Focus rental car in Cologne Thrifty

Ford Focus

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Air conditioning
from $94/day
Opel Astra rental car in Cologne Thrifty

Opel Astra

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Air conditioning
from $94/day

Car rental companies in Cologne

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

Flizzr

26 min wait CDW included Credit card only
9.0
Excellent 250+ reviews
from $183/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.6 Cleanliness 9.3 Service at the rental desk 9.1 Pick-up process 8.8 Drop-off process 9.2

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
  • One-way rental allowed
  • Pre-registration available

Extras (paid at the desk)

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

Office

Flizzr at Cologne Train Station Central Station
Trankgasse 11 im Hbf, Trankgasse 11, Köln, 50667
+4989-66060060

Sixt

Daily 06:00–21:00 21 min wait CDW included Credit and debit cards
8.9
Excellent 2000+ reviews
from $381/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.3 Cleanliness 9.2 Service at the rental desk 9.0 Pick-up process 8.9 Drop-off process 9.1

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
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
  • One-way rental allowed
  • Pre-registration available

Extras (paid at the desk)

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

Office

Sixt at Cologne Train Station Central Station
Trankgasse 11 im Hbf, Köln, 50667
+4989-66060060

Keddy BY Europcar

Mon–Fri 07:30–15:30 · Sat–Sun 06:00–21:00 17 min wait CDW included Credit card only
8.7
Excellent 1000+ reviews
from $150/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.5 Cleanliness 9.0 Service at the rental desk 8.8 Pick-up process 8.5 Drop-off process 9.1

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Airport fee
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Environmental fee
  • Taxes
  • Deductible from $1 034

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Limited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

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

Office

Keddy BY Europcar at Cologne Train Station Central Station
TRANKGASSE 11 RTN:PH Altst.Nord, Servasgasse, 3ETG., Koeln, 50667
49 221 1392748

National

Mon–Fri 08:00–18:00 · Sat 08:00–12:00 · Sun 10:00–14:00 24 min wait CDW included Credit and debit cards
8.6
Excellent 100+ reviews
from $79/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.4 Cleanliness 8.9 Service at the rental desk 8.6 Pick-up process 8.5 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 $1 322

Policies

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

Extras (paid at the desk)

Snow chains · Ski rack · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

National at Cologne Train Station Central Station
Johannisstrasse 54, Koln, 50668, NW
0221-1399490

Budget

25 min wait CDW included Credit and debit cards
8.6
Excellent 500+ reviews
from $95/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.2 Cleanliness 8.9 Service at the rental desk 8.7 Pick-up process 8.6 Drop-off process 8.8

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
  • Limited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
  • Pre-registration available

Extras (paid at the desk)

Winter tires

Office

Budget in Frechen Koln
Mathias Brueggen Str 61, Koeln, 50829
+49 69710445596

Europcar

Mon–Fri 07:30–15:30 · Sat–Sun 06:00–21:00 17 min wait CDW included Credit card only
8.5
Excellent 2000+ reviews
from $332/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.0 Cleanliness 8.9 Service at the rental desk 8.7 Pick-up process 8.5 Drop-off process 8.8

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Environmental fee
  • Taxes
  • Airport fee
  • Deductible from $1 157

Policies

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

Extras (paid at the desk)

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

Office

Europcar at Cologne Train Station Central Station
TRANKGASSE 11 RTN:PH Altst.Nord, Servasgasse, 3ETG., Koeln, 50667
49 221 1392748

Hertz

Daily 08:00–20:00 17 min wait CDW included Credit and debit cards
8.5
Excellent 1000+ reviews
from $81/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.2 Cleanliness 8.8 Service at the rental desk 8.6 Pick-up process 8.5 Drop-off process 8.7

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Taxes
  • Deductible from $1 359

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Limited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
  • Guaranteed new car
  • Pre-registration available

Extras (paid at the desk)

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

Office

Hertz at Cologne Train Station Central Station
Db Reisezentrum, Crtn: Db Ph Altstadt-nord P7, Cologne, 50667
0221650563172

Thrifty

Daily 08:00–20:00 22 min wait CDW included Credit and debit cards
8.5
Excellent 500+ reviews
from $77/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.2 Cleanliness 8.8 Service at the rental desk 8.5 Pick-up process 8.5 Drop-off process 8.6

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Taxes
  • Deductible from $1 359

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Limited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Winter tires · Infant seat · Child seat

Office

Thrifty at Cologne Train Station Central Station
Db Reisezentrum, Crtn: Db Ph Altstadt-nord P7, Cologne, 50667
0221650563172

Rental conditions in Cologne

Based on 8 suppliers here and nearby. Data from the 12 months to Jun 2026.

Debit card Accepted by 5 of 8 suppliers: Sixt, National, Budget, Hertz and Thrifty.
Credit card Usually required, in the main driver's name. 3 of 8 suppliers list no debit option.
Mileage Unlimited at 4 of 8 suppliers. Limited at Keddy BY Europcar, Budget, Hertz and Thrifty.
Fuel policy Full to full (8 suppliers)
Transmission Automatic 55%, manual 45%.
Electric and hybrid Citroen C3, Mazda CX-60 and Renault Zoe, from $132 a day.
Cancellation Free up to 48 hours before pick-up at 8 suppliers.
Insurance included Theft protection (TP) (8 suppliers), Third-party liability (TPL) (8 suppliers), Collision damage waiver (CDW) (8 suppliers). Deductible: $1 034–$1 359.
Included in the price Breakdown assistance, Taxes, Airport fee, Environmental fee
One-way rental Allowed by 3 suppliers. One-way fee seen: $1 377–$1 635.
Extras Winter tires (7 suppliers), Infant seat (7 suppliers), Child seat (7 suppliers), GPS (6 suppliers), Booster seat (6 suppliers), Snow chains (5 suppliers)
Special offers Pre-registration available (4 suppliers), Special discount (1 supplier), Guaranteed new car (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 Cologne: what to expect

Customers report an average wait at the desk from 17 min at Keddy BY Europcar to 26 min at Flizzr.

For a small car, Hertz is the cheapest at about $93 a day and is rated 8.5 out of 10. Flizzr is rated 9.0 and costs about $257.

55% of the cars offered here are automatic. Mileage is unlimited at 4 of 8 suppliers. Most suppliers allow free cancellation up to 48 hours before pick-up.

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

Car rental in Cologne: FAQ

How much does it cost to rent a car in Cologne?
Car rental in Cologne starts from $77 per day, and the average price is $241 per day. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Jun 2026. At the average daily rate, a rental costs about $724 for a 3-day weekend and $1 690 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 Cologne?
These are the car types people opened most often in searches on TREWL in Cologne over the last 12 months, with their average daily prices:
  • Economy: $177 per day
  • Compact: $202 per day
  • Luxury: $328 per day
  • Station wagon: $257 per day
  • Intermediate: $228 per day
  • SUV: $283 per day
  • Van: $297 per day
Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Jun 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 Cologne?
These are the rental companies people opened most often in searches on TREWL in Cologne over the last 12 months:
  • Hertz
  • Budget, average price $115 per day
  • Sixt, average price $407 per day
Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Jun 2026.

Which car rental company has the best reviews in Cologne?
According to customer reviews, the highest-rated car rental companies in Cologne are:
  • Flizzr: rated 9.0/10 by 250+ customers, average price $303 per day
  • Sixt: rated 8.9/10 by 2000+ customers, average price $407 per day
  • Keddy BY Europcar: rated 8.7/10 by 1000+ customers, average price $187 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 Jun 2026.

Which is the cheapest car rental company in Cologne?
By the average daily price of a small car (mini, economy or compact), the cheapest rental companies in Cologne are:
  • Hertz: about $93 per day
  • Thrifty: about $94 per day
  • Budget: about $99 per day
Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Jun 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 Cologne?
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 Cologne 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. In Cologne, one-way rentals are offered by Flizzr, Sixt and Europcar. 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 Cologne?
The minimum age to rent a car in Cologne 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 Cologne with a debit card?
Rental companies in Cologne 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 Cologne: Sixt, National, Budget, Hertz and Thrifty. The accepted cards are listed for each company on this page.

Which car rental companies in Cologne offer unlimited mileage?
Sixt and National include unlimited mileage on all cars in Cologne. Flizzr and Europcar 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 Cologne?
The fuel policy is shown for each company on this page. The most common ones in Cologne 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, Sixt, Keddy BY Europcar, National, Budget, Europcar, Hertz and Thrifty.
  • 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 Cologne?
Yes. Companies offering electric and hybrid cars in Cologne include Sixt, Keddy BY Europcar and Flizzr. The cheapest is Flizzr, from $132 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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