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Car Rental in Ilmenau

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  • from $67 per day
  • 8.5 top rated · Avis

A rental car here costs $91 a day on average, about $640 for a week. Budget is the cheapest for a small car, about $71 a day. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Jul 2026.

  • Free cancellation: 2 of 2
  • Debit card accepted: 2 of 2
  • Avis
  • Budget

Where to pick up in Ilmenau

Pick-up point Type Suppliers From / day Average wait
Ilmenau · 1 km City office 2 $68 21 min

Nearby, 21–46 km

Pick-up point Type Suppliers From / day Average wait
Suhl · 21 km City office 1 $73 25 min
Saalfeld · 30 km City office 1 $73 20 min
Weimar · 45 km City office 2 $43 23 min
Coburg Downtown · 46 km City office 1 $110 20 min

Car rental prices in Ilmenau by car type

Class Typical cars Suppliers From / day
Economy Seat Ibiza, Skoda Fabia 2 $67
Compact Seat Leon, Cupra Leon, Hyundai i30 2 $68
Intermediate Citroen C5 2 $75
Full size Volvo S60 2 $82
Station wagon Audi A5, Cupra Leon, Ford Focus Estate 2 $89
SUV Seat Arona, Seat Ateca, Skoda Kamiq 2 $74

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

Skoda Fabia rental car in Ilmenau Budget

Skoda Fabia

or similar

  • 4 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Air conditioning
from $67/day
Skoda Scala rental car in Ilmenau Budget

Skoda Scala

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Air conditioning
from $68/day
Seat Leon rental car in Ilmenau Budget

Seat Leon

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Air conditioning
from $74/day
Hyundai i30 rental car in Ilmenau Budget

Hyundai i30

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $74/day
Seat Ibiza rental car in Ilmenau Avis

Seat Ibiza

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Air conditioning
from $87/day
Volkswagen Golf rental car in Ilmenau Avis

Volkswagen Golf

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Air conditioning
from $94/day
Cupra Leon rental car in Ilmenau Avis

Cupra Leon

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $95/day

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Car rental companies in Ilmenau

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

Avis

17 min wait CDW included Credit and debit cards
8.5
Excellent 500+ reviews
from $88/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.0 Cleanliness 8.8 Service at the rental desk 8.6 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 $1 047

Policies

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

Office

Avis in Ilmenau
Auf Dem Mittelfeld 4, Ilmenau, 98693
+4936776672670

Budget

25 min wait CDW included Credit and debit cards
8.5
Excellent 500+ reviews
from $68/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.1 Cleanliness 8.7 Service at the rental desk 8.6 Pick-up process 8.4 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 $1 212

Policies

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

Office

Budget in Ilmenau
Auf Dem Mittelfeld 4, Ilmenau, 98693
+4936776672670

Rental conditions in Ilmenau

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

Debit card Accepted by 2 of 2 suppliers: Avis and Budget.
Mileage Unlimited at 1 of 2 suppliers. Limited at Budget.
Fuel policy Full to full (2 suppliers)
Transmission Automatic 55%, manual 45%.
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: $1 047–$1 212.
Included in the price Breakdown assistance, Taxes
Special offers Pre-registration available (2 suppliers)

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 Ilmenau: what to expect

Customers report an average wait at the desk from 17 min at Avis to 25 min at Budget.

55% of the cars offered here are automatic. Mileage is unlimited at 1 of 2 suppliers. Most suppliers allow free cancellation up to 48 hours before pick-up.

Car rental in Ilmenau: FAQ

How much does it cost to rent a car in Ilmenau?
Car rental in Ilmenau starts from $67 per day, and the average price is $91 per day. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Jul 2026. At the average daily rate, a rental costs about $274 for a 3-day weekend and $640 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 Ilmenau?
According to customer reviews, the highest-rated car rental companies in Ilmenau are:
  • Avis: rated 8.5/10 by 500+ customers, average price $103 per day
  • Budget: rated 8.5/10 by 500+ customers, average price $79 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 Jul 2026.

Which is the cheapest car rental company in Ilmenau?
By the average daily price of a small car (mini, economy or compact), the cheapest rental companies in Ilmenau are:
  • Budget: about $71 per day
  • Avis: about $91 per day
Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Jul 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 Ilmenau?
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 Ilmenau 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 Ilmenau?
The minimum age to rent a car in Ilmenau 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 Ilmenau with a debit card?
Rental companies in Ilmenau 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 Ilmenau: Avis and Budget. The accepted cards are listed for each company on this page.

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

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