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Cheap Car Hire in Scotland from $23

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Scotland with a pick-up date of 15/12 and drop-off date of 17/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Scotland car hires in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Scotland. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 15 November 2024.

Most popular company

DRIVALIA

Most common car type

Standard

Average price per day

$66

Cheapest price per day

$23

What are the car hire prices for popular cities in Scotland?

Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across Scotland, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 127 pickup locations in Scotland to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 15 November 2024.

Price

$40 - $152

Out of all the popular cities in Scotland, Glasgow is the cheapest city to rent a car in at just $40/day. Renting a car in Glasgow is 74% cheaper than renting one in Lerwick where the per day rate is around $152. Other fairly inexpensive cities in Scotland to get a rental car in are: Edinburgh ($48/day), Aberdeen ($65/day), and Inverness ($65/day). While these cities typically have cheaper prices than the rest of the country, travelers looking to rent a car in Edinburgh should expect to spend around $48/day on their transportation. The most popular city to rent a car in Scotland is Edinburgh.

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Scotland?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Scotland and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 15 November 2024.

January

$46

February

$44

March

$64

April

$77

May

$91

June

$78

July

$81

August

$77

September

$64

October

$55

November

$51

December

$69

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Scotland is February. The most expensive time to rent a car is May. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Popular car types in Scotland

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Scotland and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 15 November 2024.

There are currently 3,800 hire locations operating in Scotland spread across 78 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Scotland is small car at $25 a day. Below are all the 6 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Mini

Mini

Premium

Premium

Luxury

Luxury

Premium SUV

Premium SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Compare available car types for hire in Scotland

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Scotland to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 15 November 2024.

Small cars

$52 - $81

All Car Types

$76 - $144

To hire a small car in Scotland, you would pay an average price of $67/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Scotland (~$52/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$81/day). In fact, February is about 24% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Scotland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Scotland, hiring a small car saves you 36% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Scotland small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Scotland, you would pay an average price of $95/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Scotland (~$74/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$119/day). In fact, March is about 23% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Scotland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Scotland, hiring a medium car saves you 9% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Scotland medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Scotland, you would pay an average price of $151/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Scotland (~$122/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~$215/day). In fact, March is about 20% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Scotland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Scotland, hiring a large car is 31% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Scotland large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Scotland, you would pay an average price of $104/day. March is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Scotland (~$79/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~$141/day). In fact, March is about 25% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Scotland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Scotland, hiring a SUV saves you 0% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Scotland SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Scotland, you would pay an average price of $166/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a van in Scotland (~$100/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$225/day). In fact, February is about 40% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Scotland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Scotland, hiring a van is 37% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Scotland van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a luxury car in Scotland, you would pay an average price of $158/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Scotland (~$66/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~$261/day). In fact, February is about 59% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for Scotland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Scotland, hiring a luxury car is 34% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Scotland luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Kia Picanto$25/day
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Kia Picanto

Top hire agencies in Scotland

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Scotland known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Scotland. Reviews were last updated on 15 November 2024.
Hire a car with one of the top providers serving the Scotland region, including those located within the Edinburgh, Glasgow and Inverness area. Make sure to take a look at reviews from past customers, daily rate and other charges, and pickup location before making your decision.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.3
Very Good
34 reviews29 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

8.0

Europcar

6.6
Okay
49 reviews28 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.6

Comfort

7.7

Overall

6.6

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

6.2

Easirent

5.9
Fair
36 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

7.0

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

6.1

National

10.0
Wonderful
2 reviews8 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.6

Value

9.6

Arnold Clark

9.6
Wonderful
7 reviews24 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

9.6

Overall

9.6

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

9.2

Avis

9.0
Wonderful
11 reviews9 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.2

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.5

Value

8.3

Budget

7.2
Good
9 reviews10 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

8.7

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.3

Sixt

7.0
Good
29 reviews11 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.4

Overall

7.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

6.7

Best Scotland car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Scotland. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Scotland with an average daily rate of $49. Data was last updated on 15 November 2024.
Have a look at some of the deals we've found on car hires in Scotland including options serving Edinburgh, Glasgow and Inverness. To make sure you find the deal you're looking for, verify the details of the hire, such as car type, price, and pickup address.
Kia Picanto$25/day
2
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A/C
Kia Picanto
Hyundai Accent Hatch$25/day
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A/C
Hyundai Accent Hatch
Kia Rio$28/day
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A/C
Kia Rio

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Scotland, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 15 November 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Scotland?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $68/day when booking a car hire in Scotland. The absolute best deal a user found was for $32/day from DRIVALIA , booked on Nov. 10.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Scotland?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Scotland from the following companies over the past two weeks: DRIVALIA ($23/day), Routes Car & Truck Rentals ($25/day), and Sixt ($34/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Scotland?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, U-Save (10.0 rating), Arnold Clark (9.6 rating) and Alamo (8.7 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Scotland.

  • What are petrol prices like in Scotland?

    The average price of petrol in Scotland is $2.69/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $121 and $175 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Scotland for a week from DRIVALIA ?

    DRIVALIA offers hire cars in Scotland for about $369 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Scotland for the best price?

    Booking in advance not only ensures a better chance of getting your vehicle of choice, it can save you up to 41% on your car hire. For a below average price in Scotland, Cheapflights recommends booking your car hire at least 7 days in advance.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Scotland?

    Yes, you can hire a car for a month in Scotland check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Scotland for a month?

    Generally, a month-long car rental in Scotland can be found for about $1,582, with the average price for a rental being around $53 a day. Book with DRIVALIA , to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 62% less compared to the average price of car rentals in Scotland.

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Small car hires in Scotland

Find small car hire deals in Scotland from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Scotland cost an average of $25 per day. Price data was last updated on 15 November 2024.
Nissan March$23/day
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A/C
Nissan March
Mitsubishi Mirage$23/day
2
5
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A/C
Mitsubishi Mirage
Nissan March$23/day
2
M
A/C
Nissan March

Car hires by fuel type in Scotland

Browse car hires by fuel type in Scotland. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Scotland. Deals were last updated on 15 November 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Scotland. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($19+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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