Netherlands car rentals

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Cheap car rentals in the Netherlands

Economy$15/day
Compact$24/day
Intermediate$28/day
Standard$42/day
Mini$14/day
Premium$48/day
Intermediate SUV$25/day
Compact SUV$25/day
Compact station wagon$30/day
Intermediate station wagon$45/day
Luxury SUV$79/day
Best rates found by KAYAK users in the past 48 hours.

Top tips for renting a car in the Netherlands

  • Renting a car in the Netherlands comes with a long list of advantages. Although all the major cities are accessible via public transportation (buses and trains connect these cities), visiting smaller towns and natural attractions—like the forests near Utrecht and the sand dunes, swamps, and marshes near Drenthe—is much more easily accomplished with a car.
  • Netherlands is extremely bike-friendly, and bicycles have the right of way, so be sure to exercise caution when driving around the cities, where bicycle traffic can be heavy throughout the day. While not as common as bicycles, motorcycles and mopeds are also something to watch out for.
  • The car seat laws in the Netherlands are consistent with much of Western Europe, requiring that those under the age of 12 and shorter than 1.35m (4 ft, 6 in) must be secured in an EU-approved car seat when traveling in a vehicle. Most car rental companies in the country will offer car seats as an add-on, but if you’re bringing your own seat, make sure that it meets the specifications for EU approval.
  • The Netherlands is surrounded by other popular Western European destinations, and since these are also members of the EU, you can often take your rental car across borders without any issues or additional insurance. Larger companies like Enterprise and Sixt don’t charge any fees when given prior notice of border crossing, but it’s best to double-check for potential fees when renting a car from smaller companies.
  • 25% of our users found rental cars in Netherlands for $36 or less
  • Book your rental car in Netherlands at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Off-airport rental car locations in Netherlands are around 3% more expensive than airport locations on average
  • Economy rental cars in Netherlands are around 63% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about renting a car in the Netherlands

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in the Netherlands?

    On average a rental car in the Netherlands costs $36 per day.

  • What is the most popular rental car in the Netherlands?

    Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in the Netherlands.

  • What is the cheapest car rental company in the Netherlands?

    In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Hertz ($14/day), Europcar ($23/day) and Thrifty ($24/day).

  • What is the best rental car company in the Netherlands?

    Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car rental companies in the Netherlands are Hertz (8.0, 54 reviews), Alamo (7.7, 69 reviews), and Sixt (6.7, 133 reviews).

  • How can I find car rentals near me in the Netherlands?

    Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.

  • Where should I rent a car in the Netherlands?

    Based on car searches on KAYAK, the most popular cities to rent a car in the Netherlands are Amsterdam (94% of total searches of users looking to rent a car in the Netherlands), The Hague (2%) and Utrecht (2%).

  • How much does it cost to rent a car for a week in the Netherlands?

    On average a rental car in the Netherlands costs $354 per week ($51 per day).

  • How much does it cost to rent a car long term for a month in the Netherlands?

    On average a rental car in the Netherlands costs $1,518 per month ($51 per day).

  • What is driving like in Netherlands?

    The rules of the road and the road systems in the Netherlands are largely similar to the rest of Europe and the US, which makes driving in the country as a visitor fairly straightforward. Some differing laws to take note of are the restrictions on horn usage (only permitted in dangerous situations) and the requirement to only use low beam headlights after dark.

  • How old do you have to be to rent a car in Netherlands?

    To rent a car in the Netherlands, you must be at least 19 years of age. However, much like in the United States, most car rental agencies will apply a surcharge to drivers under 25. You can drive on your home country’s driver’s license in the Netherlands, but it is recommended for US nationals to obtain an international driving permit.

  • How are gas prices in Netherlands?

    Gas prices are more than twice the price that they are in the United States, due to the high taxes in the Netherlands. In the US, a gallon of gasoline will cost you around 2.50 USD, while the same gas in the Netherlands will cost around 6,50 EUR (7.30 USD) per gallon. Gas stations are plentiful, and debit and credit cards are widely accepted, so you won’t have to worry about carrying a pocketful of euros to fill up.

  • What are the speed limits in Netherlands?

    The speed limits in the Netherlands are consistent with most of the speed limits in Europe, which are similar and in places slightly faster than in the US. The speed limits in urban areas in the Netherlands are 50 km/h (31 mph), the limits outside of urban areas are around 80 km/h (50 mph), the limit on expressways is 100 km/h (62 mph), and the limit on motorways is 130 km/h (81 mph).

Car rental directory

  • free2move

    Free2Move car rental locations in the Netherlands

    326 Locations

  • sunnycars

    Sunnycars car rental locations in the Netherlands

    219 Locations

  • hertz

    Hertz car rental locations in the Netherlands

    58 Locations

  • budget

    Budget car rental locations in the Netherlands

    52 Locations

  • avis

    Avis car rental locations in the Netherlands

    46 Locations

  • keddy

    keddy by Europcar car rental locations in the Netherlands

    42 Locations

  • thrifty

    Thrifty car rental locations in the Netherlands

    40 Locations

  • dollar

    Dollar car rental locations in the Netherlands

    39 Locations

  • europcar

    Europcar car rental locations in the Netherlands

    39 Locations

  • sixtrentacar

    Sixt car rental locations in the Netherlands

    36 Locations

  • sternrent

    STERNRENT car rental locations in the Netherlands

    35 Locations

  • flizzr

    FLIZZR car rental locations in the Netherlands

    15 Locations

Good to know

Most popular agency

Sixt

Most popular car type

Economy

Average price

$51/day

Good deal

$36/day

When to book a rental car in the Netherlands

Average daily price per month
Rental car prices as pick-up date approaches

The rates displayed include all taxes and fees for car rentals for the class listed and were found by KAYAK users in the last 48 hours. Offers are subject to change and may not be available on all car rentals listed or dates of travel. Some car rental providers charge additional fees for other services (GPS, infant car seats, etc.). Please check the car rental providers' sites.