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Fiat 500
or similar
- 4 seats
- 2 bags
- Air conditioning
from $19/day
Car Rental in Edinburgh
- Free cancellation on most offers
- 24/7 customer service
- No hidden fees
- Pay later on many offers
- 15rental companies
- 4pick-up points
- from $19 per day
- 9.0 top rated · Sixt
A rental car here costs $142 a day on average, about $1 000 for a week. The most popular car class is Compact, at about $94 a day. Routes is the cheapest for a small car, about $36 a day. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Oct 2026.
- Free shuttle bus: 3 · In the terminal: 3 · Outside the terminal: 2 · Meet and greet: 1
- Free cancellation: 15 of 15
- Debit card accepted: 7 of 15
- Sixt
- National
- Arnold Clark Car & Van
- Alamo
- Dollar
- Europcar
- +9
Where to pick up in Edinburgh
| Pick-up point | Type | Suppliers | From / day | Average wait |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edinburgh Airport · 10 km | Airport | 14 | $19 | 17 min |
| Edinburgh Sighthill · 7 km | City office | 9 | $22 | 20 min |
| Edinburgh City · 1 km | City office | 6 | $24 | 15 min |
| Edinburgh Train Station Waverley Station · 1 km | Train station | 3 | $25 | 17 min |
Car rental prices in Edinburgh by car type
| Class | Typical cars | Suppliers | From / day | Typical / day |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mini | Fiat 500, Toyota Aygo, Kia Picanto | 14 | $19 | $58 |
| Economy | Opel Corsa, Ford Fiesta, Renault Zoe | 15 | $28 | $79 |
| Compact | Mercedes A Class, Ford Focus, Volkswagen Golf | 15 | $30 | $64 |
| Intermediate | Skoda Octavia, Mercedes CLA, Peugeot 408 | 10 | $41 | $78 |
| Standard | Opel Insignia, Alfa-Romeo Tonale, Peugeot 508 | 8 | $38 | $93 |
| Full size | Mercedes C Class, BMW 3 Series, Mercedes CLA | 7 | $51 | $86 |
| Station wagon | BMW 3 Series Estate, Peugeot 308 Estate, BMW 5 Series Estate | 7 | $41 | $98 |
| SUV | Kia Sportage, Nissan Juke, Nissan Qashqai | 15 | $33 | $78 |
| Minivan | Ford Tourneo, Renault Trafic | 2 | $179 | |
| 5-seat MPV | BMW 2 Series Active Tourer, Mercedes GLA | 2 | $43 | |
| 7-seat minivan | Peugeot 5008, Ford Galaxy, Volkswagen Sharan | 12 | $51 | $117 |
| 9-seat van | Ford Tourneo Custom, Mercedes Vito, Renault Trafic | 8 | $82 | $217 |
| Luxury | Mercedes CLA, Mercedes EQE, Range-Rover Sport | 4 | $89 | $170 |
| Premium | Mercedes E Class, Mercedes C Class, BMW 3 Series | 12 | $56 | $92 |
| Cargo van | Ford Transit Cargo Van, Volkswagen Caddy Combo Van, Ford Luton | 2 | $58 | $88 |
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 Oct 2026. Rental companies guarantee the car class, not the exact model. Live availability and prices are shown in search results. How we collect prices
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Hertz
Kia Picanto
or similar
- 4 seats
- 2 bags
from $22/day
Drivalia
Volkswagen Up
or similar
- 4 seats
- 2 bags
- Air conditioning
from $23/day
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Toyota Aygo Hybrid
or similar
- 4 seats
- 2 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Hybrid
- Air conditioning
from $25/day
Alamo
Toyota Aygo
or similar
- 4 seats
- 2 bags
- Air conditioning
from $26/day
Budget
Peugeot 208
or similar
- 5 seats
- 2 bags
- Air conditioning
from $28/day
Avis
Citroen C3
or similar
- 5 seats
- 2 bags
- Air conditioning
from $28/day
Sixt
Skoda Fabia
or similar
- 5 seats
- 2 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $28/day
Keddy BY Europcar
Opel Astra
or similar
- 5 seats
- 3 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $30/day
Alamo
Mercedes A Class
or similar
- 5 seats
- 3 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $32/day
Alamo
Nissan Leaf
or similar
- 5 seats
- 3 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $33/day
Budget
MG ZS
or similar
- 5 seats
- 3 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $33/day
Budget
Volkswagen Golf
or similar
- 5 seats
- 3 bags
- Air conditioning
from $33/day
Enterprise
Ford Focus
or similar
- 5 seats
- 3 bags
- Air conditioning
from $34/day
Budget
Nissan Juke
or similar
- 5 seats
- 3 bags
- Air conditioning
from $35/day
Avis
Peugeot 2008
or similar
- 5 seats
- 3 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $40/day
Enterprise
Opel Insignia
or similar
- 5 seats
- 4 bags
- Air conditioning
from $38/day
Sixt
Skoda Superb Estate
or similar
- 5 seats
- 5 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $41/day
Enterprise
Skoda Octavia
or similar
- 5 seats
- 4 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $41/day
Sixt
BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe
or similar
- 5 seats
- 4 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $44/day
Sixt
Mercedes C Class Estate
or similar
- 5 seats
- 6 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $45/day
Sixt
Volkswagen Passat Estate
or similar
- 5 seats
- 5 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $46/day
Sixt
Alfa-Romeo Tonale
or similar
- 5 seats
- 3 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $46/day
Drivalia
Citroen C5
or similar
- 5 seats
- 4 bags
- Air conditioning
from $47/day
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Kia Sportage
or similar
- 5 seats
- 4 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $47/day
Hertz
Toyota C-HR
or similar
- 5 seats
- 4 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $47/day
Hertz
Toyota Corolla Estate
or similar
- 5 seats
- 4 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $50/day
Sixt
BMW 3 Series Estate
or similar
- 5 seats
- 3 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $50/day
Alamo
Mercedes C Class
or similar
- 5 seats
- 4 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $51/day
Sixt
BMW 5 Series Estate
or similar
- 5 seats
- 3 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $53/day
Drivalia
Kia Optima
or similar
- 5 seats
- 4 bags
- Air conditioning
from $56/day
Europcar
BMW X1
or similar
- 5 seats
- 3 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $57/day
Green Motion
Ford Mondeo
or similar
- 5 seats
- 4 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $59/day
Budget
Mercedes CLA
or similar
- 5 seats
- 4 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $62/day
Budget
BYD Seal 6
or similar
- 5 seats
- 5 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $75/day
Europcar
Mercedes GLB
or similar
- 5 seats
- 3 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $79/day
Budget
Kia Ceed Estate
or similar
- 5 seats
- 4 bags
- Air conditioning
from $79/day
Sixt
BMW 3 Series
or similar
- 5 seats
- 3 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $81/day
Sixt
Peugeot 408
or similar
- 5 seats
- 4 bags
from $82/day
Dollar
Mercedes CLA
or similar
- 5 seats
- 4 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $91/day
Keddy BY Europcar
Jeep Avenger
or similar
- 5 seats
- 3 bags
- Air conditioning
from $33/day
Enterprise
Nissan Juke
or similar
- 5 seats
- 3 bags
- Air conditioning
from $34/day
Alamo
Opel Mokka-e
or similar
- 5 seats
- 3 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $34/day
Alamo
Nissan Qashqai
or similar
- 5 seats
- 4 bags
- Air conditioning
from $34/day
Europcar
Citroen C3 Aircross
or similar
- 5 seats
- 3 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $35/day
Keddy BY Europcar
Skoda Enyaq iV
or similar
- 5 seats
- 4 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $35/day
Sixt
Skoda Karoq
or similar
- 5 seats
- 4 bags
- Air conditioning
from $36/day
Budget
Kia Sportage
or similar
- 5 seats
- 4 bags
- Air conditioning
from $36/day
Sixt
BMW 2 Series Active Tourer
or similar
- 5 seats
- 4 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $43/day
Enterprise
Peugeot 5008
or similar
- 7 seats
- 1 bag
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $51/day
Hertz
Mercedes GLA
or similar
- 5 seats
- 4 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $54/day
Routes
Opel Zafira
or similar
- 7 seats
- 1 bag
- Air conditioning
from $56/day
Alamo
Ford Galaxy
or similar
- 7 seats
- 2 bags
- Air conditioning
from $67/day
Routes
Volkswagen Sharan
or similar
- 7 seats
- 2 bags
- Air conditioning
from $70/day
Drivalia
Skoda Kodiaq
or similar
- 7 seats
- 1 bag
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $77/day
Alamo
Ford Tourneo Custom
or similar
- 9 seats
- 4 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $82/day
Europcar
Citroen C4 Grand Space Tourer
or similar
- 7 seats
- 1 bag
- Air conditioning
from $87/day
Sixt
Mercedes Vito
or similar
- 9 seats
- 4 bags
- Automatic transmission
from $95/day
Green Motion
Mercedes Vito Traveliner
or similar
- 9 seats
- 4 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $134/day
Drivalia
Ford Tourneo
or similar
- 9 seats
- 4 bags
- Air conditioning
from $148/day
Sixt
Renault Trafic
or similar
- 9 seats
- 4 bags
- Air conditioning
from $166/day
Arnold Clark Car & Van
Volkswagen Transporter
or similar
- 9 seats
- 4 bags
from $223/day
Alamo
Mercedes E Class
or similar
- 5 seats
- 3 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $56/day
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Mercedes C Class
or similar
- 5 seats
- 3 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $57/day
Sixt
BMW 5 Series
or similar
- 5 seats
- 3 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $70/day
Drivalia
Volkswagen Arteon Automatic
or similar
- 5 seats
- 3 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $75/day
Green Motion
Audi A6
or similar
- 5 seats
- 3 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $82/day
Green Motion
Tesla Model 3
or similar
- 4 seats
- 3 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $87/day
Drivalia
BMW 3 Series
or similar
- 5 seats
- 3 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $90/day
Europcar
Tesla Model 3 Long Range
or similar
- 5 seats
- 3 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $98/day
U-Save
Toyota Aygo Hybrid
or similar
- 4 seats
- 2 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Hybrid
- Air conditioning
from $25/day
Alamo
Renault Zoe
or similar
- 5 seats
- 2 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $33/day
Alamo
Nissan Leaf
or similar
- 5 seats
- 3 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $33/day
Alamo
Opel Mokka-e
or similar
- 5 seats
- 3 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $34/day
Keddy BY Europcar
Skoda Enyaq iV
or similar
- 5 seats
- 4 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $35/day
Alamo
Mazda MX-30
or similar
- 5 seats
- 4 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $37/day
Budget
Citroen eC3
or similar
- 5 seats
- 2 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $40/day
Alamo
Volvo XC40
or similar
- 5 seats
- 4 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $49/day
Drivalia
Ford Transit SWB Van
or similar
- 3 seats
- 3 bags
- Air conditioning
from $58/day
Drivalia
Ford Transit Cargo Van
or similar
- 3 seats
- 3 bags
- Air conditioning
from $63/day
Drivalia
Volkswagen Caddy Combo Van
or similar
- 2 seats
- 3 bags
from $78/day
Drivalia
Ford Luton
or similar
- 3 seats
- 3 bags
- Air conditioning
from $102/day
Car rental companies in Edinburgh
Prices and conditions come from searches on TREWL and may have changed. Ratings come from CarTrawler customer reviews, as shown in searches up to Oct 2026. Live availability and prices are shown in search results. How we collect prices
Sixt
Daily 06:30–23:00
15 min wait
CDW included
Credit and debit cards
9.0
Excellent
5000+ reviews
from $179/day
Ratings, policies and office
Customer ratings
Value for money
8.7
Cleanliness
9.2
Service at the rental desk
9.1
Pick-up process
9.1
Drop-off process
9.2
Included in the price
- Collision damage waiver (CDW)
- Theft protection (TP)
- Third-party liability (TPL)
- Airport fee
- Breakdown assistance
- Taxes
- Deductible from $1 981
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)
GPS · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat
Office
Sixt at Edinburgh Train Station Waverley Station
Greenside Place, Greenside Row, Edinburgh, EH1 3AU
+442070188246
National
21 min wait
CDW included
Credit card only
8.8
Excellent
500+ reviews
from $184/day
Ratings, policies and office
Customer ratings
Value for money
8.6
Cleanliness
9.0
Service at the rental desk
9.0
Pick-up process
8.8
Drop-off process
9.0
Included in the price
- Collision damage waiver (CDW)
- Theft protection (TP)
- Third-party liability (TPL)
- Airport fee
- Taxes
- Deductible from $1 914
Policies
- Same to same
- Unlimited mileage
- Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
- One-way rental allowed
Extras (paid at the desk)
GPS · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat
Office
National in Edinburgh City
Waverley Station, Level -2, New Street Car Park, Edinburgh, EH8 8BH, SCT
0131-3414441
Arnold Clark Car & Van
Free shuttle bus
15 min wait
CDW included
Credit and debit cards
8.7
Excellent
500+ reviews
from $91/day
Ratings, policies and office
Customer ratings
Value for money
8.4
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)
- Third-party liability (TPL)
- Airport fee
- Breakdown assistance
- Taxes
- Deductible from $2 025
Policies
- Full to full
- Unlimited mileage
- Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
- One-way rental allowed
Extras (paid at the desk)
GPS · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat
Office
Arnold Clark Car & Van at Edinburgh Airport
Edinburgh Airport (Shuttle Bus). Eastfield Road, Edinburgh
0044 131 333 0124
Alamo
Outside the terminal
20 min wait
CDW included
Credit card only
8.4
Excellent
2000+ reviews
from $28/day
Ratings, policies and office
Customer ratings
Value for money
7.6
Cleanliness
8.7
Service at the rental desk
8.7
Pick-up process
8.4
Drop-off process
8.9
Included in the price
- Collision damage waiver (CDW)
- Theft protection (TP)
- Third-party liability (TPL)
- Taxes
- Airport fee
- Deductible from $1 981
Policies
- Same to same
- Unlimited mileage
- Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
- Pre-registration available
Extras (paid at the desk)
GPS · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat
Office
Alamo in Edinburgh Sighthill
Enterprise Rent A Car, 175 Jubilee Road, Edinburgh, EH12 9FS, SCT
0131-3414000
Dollar
14 min wait
CDW included
Credit card only
8.4
Excellent
250+ reviews
from $54/day
Ratings, policies and office
Customer ratings
Value for money
8.1
Cleanliness
8.5
Service at the rental desk
8.8
Pick-up process
8.2
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 $1 824
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)
Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat
Office
Dollar in Edinburgh Sighthill
Ccrc Reception, 175 Jubilee Rd, Edinburgh, EH12 9FT
01314607264
Europcar
19 min wait
CDW included
Credit and debit cards
8.2
Excellent
10000+ reviews
from $25/day
Ratings, policies and office
Customer ratings
Value for money
7.7
Cleanliness
8.5
Service at the rental desk
8.3
Pick-up process
7.9
Drop-off process
8.6
Included in the price
- Collision damage waiver (CDW)
- Theft protection (TP)
- Third-party liability (TPL)
- Breakdown assistance
- Environmental fee
- Taxes
- Airport fee
- Deductible from $2 232
Policies
- Full to full
- Unlimited mileage
- Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
Extras (paid at the desk)
GPS · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat
Office
Europcar at Edinburgh Train Station Waverley Station
Mall Level L1 St James Quarter, Edinburgh, EH1 3AD
4403713843467
Avis
In the terminal
18 min wait
CDW included
Credit and debit cards
8.1
Excellent
2000+ reviews
from $28/day
Ratings, policies and office
Customer ratings
Value for money
7.5
Cleanliness
8.7
Service at the rental desk
8.0
Pick-up process
7.5
Drop-off process
8.9
Included in the price
- Collision damage waiver (CDW)
- Theft protection (TP)
- Third-party liability (TPL)
- Breakdown assistance
- Taxes
- Airport fee
- Deductible from $2 114
Policies
- Full to full
- Unlimited mileage
- Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
Extras (paid at the desk)
GPS · Wi-Fi · Infant seat · Child seat
Office
Avis in Edinburgh Sighthill
Car Rental Centre, Edinburgh, EH12 9DN
03305510926
Enterprise
Outside the terminal
25 min wait
CDW included
Credit card only
8.0
Very good
2000+ reviews
from $34/day
Ratings, policies and office
Customer ratings
Value for money
7.0
Cleanliness
8.6
Service at the rental desk
8.3
Pick-up process
8.1
Drop-off process
8.2
Included in the price
- Collision damage waiver (CDW)
- Theft protection (TP)
- Third-party liability (TPL)
- Taxes
- Airport fee
- Deductible from $2 312
Policies
- Same to same
- Unlimited mileage
- Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
Extras (paid at the desk)
GPS · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat
Office
Enterprise in Edinburgh Sighthill
Car Rental Centre, Jubilee Rd, Edinburgh, EH12 9FS, SCT
0131-3414000
Hertz
In the terminal
19 min wait
CDW included
Credit and debit cards
8.0
Very good
5000+ reviews
from $22/day
Ratings, policies and office
Customer ratings
Value for money
7.4
Cleanliness
8.4
Service at the rental desk
8.1
Pick-up process
7.8
Drop-off process
8.5
Included in the price
- Collision damage waiver (CDW)
- Theft protection (TP)
- Third-party liability (TPL)
- Airport fee
- Breakdown assistance
- Taxes
- Deductible from $2 081
Policies
- Full to full
- Unlimited mileage
- Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
- Pre-registration available
Extras (paid at the desk)
Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat
Office
Hertz in Edinburgh Sighthill
Ccrc Reception, 175 Jubilee Rd, Edinburgh, EH12 9FT
1314607264
Budget
In the terminal
19 min wait
CDW included
Credit and debit cards
7.7
Very good
5000+ reviews
from $33/day
Ratings, policies and office
Customer ratings
Value for money
7.2
Cleanliness
8.2
Service at the rental desk
7.7
Pick-up process
7.1
Drop-off process
8.6
Included in the price
- Collision damage waiver (CDW)
- Theft protection (TP)
- Third-party liability (TPL)
- Airport fee
- Breakdown assistance
- Taxes
- Deductible from $1 969
Policies
- Full to full
- Unlimited mileage
- Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
Extras (paid at the desk)
GPS · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat · Wi-Fi
Office
Budget in Edinburgh Sighthill
Car Rental Centre, 175 Jubilee Road Ccrc, Edinburgh, Scotland, EH12 9DN
03305510927
U-Save
Free shuttle bus
7 min wait
CDW included
Credit card only
7.6
Very good
1000+ reviews
from $19/day
Ratings, policies and office
Customer ratings
Value for money
7.2
Cleanliness
7.8
Service at the rental desk
7.7
Pick-up process
7.2
Drop-off process
8.1
Included in the price
- Collision damage waiver (CDW)
- Theft protection (TP)
- Third-party liability (TPL)
- Breakdown assistance
- Taxes
- Deductible from $2 700
Policies
- Same to same
- Limited mileage
- Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
- Pre-registration available
Office
U-Save at Edinburgh Airport
Secure Airparks 100 Ingliston Road, Newbridge, Edinburgh, EH28 8AU
0131 2850575
Drivalia
17 min wait
CDW included
Credit card only
7.5
Very good
10000+ reviews
from $86/day
Ratings, policies and office
Customer ratings
Value for money
7.3
Cleanliness
7.8
Service at the rental desk
7.5
Pick-up process
7.1
Drop-off process
7.8
Included in the price
- Collision damage waiver (CDW)
- Theft protection (TP)
- Third-party liability (TPL)
- Breakdown assistance
- Taxes
- Airport fee
- Deductible from $1 868
Policies
- Same to same
- 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)
Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat · GPS
Office
Drivalia at Edinburgh Train Station Waverley Station
Q Park - OMNI, Greenside Row, Edinburgh, EH1 3AN
0131 202 1717
Green Motion
Free shuttle bus
17 min wait
CDW included
Credit card only
7.2
Very good
10000+ reviews
from $139/day
Ratings, policies and office
Customer ratings
Value for money
6.9
Cleanliness
7.7
Service at the rental desk
7.2
Pick-up process
7.0
Drop-off process
7.3
Included in the price
- Collision damage waiver (CDW)
- Theft protection (TP)
- Third-party liability (TPL)
- Airport fee
- Breakdown assistance
- Taxes
- Deductible from $1 981
Policies
- Same to same
- Unlimited mileage on selected cars
- Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
- Pre-registration available
Extras (paid at the desk)
GPS · Infant seat
Office
Green Motion in Edinburgh Sighthill
Secure Airparks, 100 Ingliston Road, EH28 8AU, Edinburgh
+44 (0)131 2850600 /+44 (0) 333 888 4000 option 1
Keddy BY Europcar
1 min wait
CDW included
Credit and debit cards
6.4
Good
2000+ reviews
from $24/day
Ratings, policies and office
Customer ratings
Value for money
5.1
Cleanliness
8.6
Service at the rental desk
5.8
Pick-up process
5.0
Drop-off process
7.6
Included in the price
- Collision damage waiver (CDW)
- Theft protection (TP)
- Third-party liability (TPL)
- Environmental fee
- Taxes
- Airport fee
- Deductible from $2 232
Policies
- Full to full
- Unlimited mileage on selected cars
- Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
Extras (paid at the desk)
GPS · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat
Office
Keddy BY Europcar in Edinburgh City
Mall Level L1 St James Quarter, Edinburgh, EH1 3AD
4403713843467
Routes
Meet and greet
CDW included
Credit card only
from $32/day
Ratings, policies and office
Customer ratings
Value for money
0.0
Cleanliness
0.0
Service at the rental desk
0.0
Pick-up process
0.0
Drop-off process
0.0
Included in the price
- Collision damage waiver (CDW)
- Theft protection (TP)
- Third-party liability (TPL)
- Deductible from $2 780
Policies
- Same to same
- Unlimited mileage
- Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
Extras (paid at the desk)
GPS · Child seat
Office
Edinburgh City
Mall Level L1, St James Quarter, Edinburgh
443713843467
Rental conditions in Edinburgh
Based on 15 suppliers here and nearby. Data from the 12 months to Oct 2026.
| Driver age | Minimum age 25. Drivers under 28 pay $23 a day extra (Sixt). |
|---|---|
| Debit card | Accepted by 7 of 15 suppliers: Sixt, Arnold Clark Car & Van, Europcar, Avis, Hertz, Budget and 1 more. |
| Credit card | Usually required, in the main driver's name. 8 of 15 suppliers list no debit option. |
| Mileage | Unlimited at 14 of 15 suppliers. Limited at U-Save. |
| Fuel policy | Full to full (8 suppliers), Same to same (7 suppliers) |
| Transmission | Automatic 56%, manual 44%. |
| Electric and hybrid | Nissan Leaf, Opel Mokka-e, Mazda MX-30 and Polestar 2, from $25 a day. |
| Cancellation | Free up to 48 hours before pick-up at 15 suppliers. |
| Insurance included | Theft protection (TP) (15 suppliers), Third-party liability (TPL) (15 suppliers), Collision damage waiver (CDW) (15 suppliers). Deductible: $1 824–$2 780. |
| Included in the price | Taxes, Airport fee, Breakdown assistance, Environmental fee |
| One-way rental | Allowed by 5 suppliers. One-way fee seen: $65–$132. |
| Free additional driver | Arnold Clark Car & Van |
| Extras | Infant seat (13 suppliers), Child seat (13 suppliers), GPS (12 suppliers), Booster seat (11 suppliers), Wi-Fi (2 suppliers) |
| Special offers | Pre-registration available (8 suppliers), Special discount (3 suppliers), Free additional driver (1 supplier) |
Driving in the UK: drive on the left. Driving rules
Cities near Edinburgh
- Kirkcaldy 18 km
- Livingston 21 km
- Glenrothes 27 km
- Scotland 32 km
- Falkirk 37 km
- Alloa 41 km
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- Stirling 50 km
Car rental in Edinburgh: what to expect
Customers report an average wait at the desk from 1 min at Keddy BY Europcar to 25 min at Enterprise.
For a small car, Europcar is the cheapest at about $23 a day and is rated 8.2 out of 10. Alamo is rated 8.4 and costs about $46.
56% of the cars offered here are automatic. Mileage is unlimited at 14 of 15 suppliers. The minimum driver age is 25, and drivers under 28 pay from $23 a day extra. Most suppliers allow free cancellation up to 48 hours before pick-up.
People who search here most often live in Germany, the UK and Italy. A typical rental lasts 5 days.
Car rental in Edinburgh: FAQ
How much does it cost to rent a car in Edinburgh?
Car rental in Edinburgh starts from $19 per day, and the average price is $142 per day. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Oct 2026. At the average daily rate, a rental costs about $428 for a 3-day weekend and $1 000 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 Edinburgh?
These are the car types people opened most often in searches on TREWL in Edinburgh over the last 12 months, with their average daily prices:
- Compact: $94 per day
- Economy: $96 per day
- 9-seat van: $238 per day
- SUV: $151 per day
Which car rental companies are the most popular in Edinburgh?
These are the rental companies people opened most often in searches on TREWL in Edinburgh over the last 12 months:
- Avis, average price $109 per day
- Budget, average price $79 per day
- Drivalia, average price $175 per day
Which car rental company has the best reviews in Edinburgh?
According to customer reviews, the highest-rated car rental companies in Edinburgh are:
- Alamo: rated 9.1/10 by 2000+ customers, average price $84 per day
- Sixt: rated 9.0/10 by 5000+ customers, average price $317 per day
- National: rated 8.9/10 by 500+ customers, average price $78 per day
Which is the cheapest car rental company in Edinburgh?
By the average daily price of a small car (mini, economy or compact), the cheapest rental companies in Edinburgh are:
- Routes: about $36 per day
- Keddy BY Europcar: about $40 per day
- Hertz: about $49 per day
Where do I pick up my rental car in Edinburgh?
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: Avis, Hertz and Budget
- Free shuttle bus to the rental office: Arnold Clark Car & Van, U-Save and Green Motion
- Meet and greet, where a company representative meets you and hands over the car: Routes
Can I pick up a car in Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh, one-way rentals are offered by Alamo, Sixt and National. 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 Edinburgh?
The lowest minimum age among rental companies in Edinburgh is 23, 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 Edinburgh:
- Keddy BY Europcar: minimum age 23, young driver fee up to age 24
Can I rent a car in Edinburgh with a debit card?
Rental companies in Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh: Sixt, Europcar, Arnold Clark Car & Van, Avis, Hertz, Budget and Keddy BY Europcar. The accepted cards are listed for each company on this page.
Which car rental companies in Edinburgh offer unlimited mileage?
9 rental companies in Edinburgh include unlimited mileage on all cars, among them Alamo, National and Europcar. 5 more, among them Sixt, Dollar and Keddy BY 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 Edinburgh?
The fuel policy is shown for each company on this page. The most common ones in Edinburgh 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, Europcar, Arnold Clark Car & Van, Avis, Hertz, Budget, Dollar and Keddy BY Europcar.
- Same to same: you return the car with the same fuel level as at pick-up. Offered by Alamo, National, Enterprise, U-Save, Drivalia, Green Motion and Routes.
Can I rent an electric or hybrid car in Edinburgh?
Yes. Companies offering electric and hybrid cars in Edinburgh include Europcar, Budget and Keddy BY Europcar. The cheapest is U-Save, from $25 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.
What extras can I add to a car rental in Edinburgh?
You can add extras when you book or at the rental desk:
- Additional driver: another person can share the driving if they meet the same requirements as the main driver (age and a valid driving license). Most companies charge a daily fee, but in Edinburgh Arnold Clark Car & Van includes an additional driver for free.
- GPS navigation, to find your way on unfamiliar roads
- Child seats, infant seats and booster seats, which are required by law for young children in most countries
- Extra insurance that lowers or removes the excess you pay if the car is damaged.
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