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Car Rental in Bern

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  • 4rental companies
  • 3pick-up points
  • from $71 per day
  • 8.8 top rated · Sixt

A rental car here costs $191 a day on average, about $1 341 for a week. Flizzr is the cheapest for a small car, about $94 a day. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Sep 2026.

  • Free cancellation: 4 of 4
  • Debit card accepted: 2 of 4
  • Sixt
  • Avis
  • Flizzr
  • Hertz

Where to pick up in Bern

Pick-up point Type Suppliers From / day Average wait
Bern · 0 km City office 4 $82 20 min
Bern City Laupen Street · 1 km City office 2 $129 19 min
Bern Airport · 6 km Airport 1 $153 16 min

Nearby, 43–43 km

Pick-up point Type Suppliers From / day Average wait
Interlaken · 43 km City office 1 $93 17 min

Car rental prices in Bern by car type

Class Typical cars Suppliers From / day Typical / day
Mini Toyota Aygo 1 $81
Economy Peugeot 208, Seat Ibiza, Volkswagen Polo 4 $71
Compact Opel Astra, Volkswagen Golf, BMW 1 Series 4 $83 $135
Intermediate Seat Aleca, Honda CR-V 2 $151
Standard BMW X1 1 $245
Full size BMW 3 Series 1 $99
Station wagon Volkswagen Passat Estate, Peugeot 308 Estate, BMW 3 Series Estate 4 $129 $206
SUV Jeep Compass, BMW X3, Volkswagen Taigo 4 $116 $177
Minivan Mercedes Vito, Toyota Proace 1 $429
7-seat minivan Mercedes V Class 1 $671
9-seat van Mercedes Vito, Renault Trafic 1 $397
Luxury BMW 5 Series 1 $120

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 Sep 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 Bern Avis

Seat Ibiza

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Air conditioning
from $71/day
Toyota Aygo rental car in Bern Hertz

Toyota Aygo

or similar

  • 4 seats
  • 1 bag
  • Air conditioning
from $81/day
Volkswagen Polo rental car in Bern Hertz

Volkswagen Polo

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $82/day
Peugeot 208 rental car in Bern Hertz

Peugeot 208

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Air conditioning
from $82/day
Smart #1 rental car in Bern Hertz

Smart #1

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $83/day
Peugeot 308 rental car in Bern Hertz

Peugeot 308

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Air conditioning
from $85/day
Polestar 2 rental car in Bern Hertz

Polestar 2

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $90/day
Volkswagen Golf rental car in Bern Flizzr

Volkswagen Golf

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Air conditioning
from $93/day

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Car rental companies in Bern

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

Sixt

17 min wait CDW included Credit and debit cards
8.8
Excellent 500+ reviews
from $86/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.2 Cleanliness 9.2 Service at the rental desk 8.9 Pick-up process 8.9 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 $2 945

Policies

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

Extras (paid at the desk)

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

Office

Sixt in Bern
Parkterrasse 14, Bern, 3012
+41848884444

Avis

24 min wait CDW included Credit and debit cards
8.7
Excellent 100+ reviews
from $122/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 7.9 Cleanliness 9.3 Service at the rental desk 8.9 Pick-up process 8.8 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 $1 788

Policies

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

Extras (paid at the desk)

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

Office

Avis in Bern
Wabernstrasse 41, Bern, 3007
+41 31 3781515

Flizzr

23 min wait CDW included Credit card only
8.7
Excellent 500+ reviews
from $93/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.0 Cleanliness 9.0 Service at the rental desk 8.9 Pick-up process 8.7 Drop-off process 8.9

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Taxes
  • Deductible from $2 945

Policies

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

Extras (paid at the desk)

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

Office

Flizzr in Bern
Parkterrasse 14, Bern, 3012
+41848884444

Hertz

17 min wait CDW included Credit card only
8.4
Excellent 1000+ reviews
from $82/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 7.9 Cleanliness 8.9 Service at the rental desk 8.4 Pick-up process 8.2 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 $3 278

Policies

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

Extras (paid at the desk)

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

Office

Hertz in Bern
Kochergasse 1, 3011 Bern, Bern, 3011
0313101550

Rental conditions in Bern

Based on 4 suppliers here and nearby. Data from the 12 months to Sep 2026.

Debit card Accepted by 2 of 4 suppliers: Sixt and Avis.
Credit card Usually required, in the main driver's name. 2 of 4 suppliers list no debit option.
Mileage Unlimited at all 4 suppliers.
Fuel policy Full to full (3 suppliers)
Transmission Automatic 82%, manual 18%.
Electric and hybrid Kia EV6, Smart #1 and Polestar 2, from $83 a day.
Cancellation Free up to 48 hours before pick-up at 4 suppliers.
Insurance included Theft protection (TP) (4 suppliers), Collision damage waiver (CDW) (4 suppliers), Third-party liability (TPL) (3 suppliers). Deductible: $1 788–$3 278.
Included in the price Taxes, Breakdown assistance
Extras GPS (4 suppliers), Ski rack (4 suppliers), Infant seat (4 suppliers), Child seat (4 suppliers), Booster seat (4 suppliers), Winter tires (3 suppliers)
Special offers Pre-registration available (4 suppliers), Special discount (1 supplier), Guaranteed new car (1 supplier)

Driving in Switzerland: drive on the right · 0.05% blood alcohol · 0.01% for new drivers · Vignette needed for motorways. Driving rules

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Car rental in Bern: what to expect

Customers report an average wait at the desk from 17 min at Sixt to 24 min at Avis.

82% of the cars offered here are automatic. Mileage is unlimited at all 4 suppliers. Most suppliers allow free cancellation up to 48 hours before pick-up.

People who search here most often live in Switzerland, the USA and Finland. A typical rental lasts 6 days.

Car rental in Bern: FAQ

How much does it cost to rent a car in Bern?
Car rental in Bern starts from $71 per day, and the average price is $191 per day. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Sep 2026. At the average daily rate, a rental costs about $574 for a 3-day weekend and $1 341 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 Bern?
According to customer reviews, the highest-rated car rental companies in Bern are:
  • Sixt: rated 8.9/10 by 500+ customers
  • Avis: rated 8.7/10 by 100+ customers, average price $158 per day
  • Flizzr: rated 8.7/10 by 500+ customers
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 Sep 2026.

Which is the cheapest car rental company in Bern?
By the average daily price of a small car (mini, economy or compact), the cheapest rental companies in Bern are:
  • Flizzr: about $94 per day
  • Hertz: about $96 per day
  • Avis: about $108 per day
Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Sep 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 Bern?
It depends on the rental company, and the pick-up type is shown for each company on this page.
  • Desk in or next to the terminal: Sixt
Your booking confirmation always includes the exact pick-up address and instructions.

Can I pick up a car in Bern 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 Bern?
The minimum age to rent a car in Bern 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 Bern with a debit card?
Rental companies in Bern 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 Bern: Sixt and Avis. The accepted cards are listed for each company on this page.

Which car rental companies in Bern offer unlimited mileage?
4 rental companies in Bern include unlimited mileage on all cars, among them Sixt, Avis and Flizzr. 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 Bern?
The fuel policy is shown for each company on this page. The most common ones in Bern 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 Sixt, Avis and Hertz.
  • 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 Bern?
Yes. Companies offering electric and hybrid cars in Bern include Hertz. The cheapest is Hertz, from $83 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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