Pick-up location | Basel |
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Car types | Compact, Compact station wagon, Full-size SUV, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Intermediate station wagon, Premium, Premium station wagon, Standard, Standard SUV, Standard station wagon |
Rental locations | 53 |
Airport locations | 22 |
Popular agencies | Hertz, Sixt, Alamo, Europcar |
Compact | $41/day |
Intermediate | $45/day |
Standard | $56/day |
Full-size SUV | $96/day |
Premium | $81/day |
Compact station wagon | $47/day |
Intermediate SUV | $48/day |
Standard station wagon | $51/day |
Intermediate station wagon | $51/day |
Standard SUV | $60/day |
Premium station wagon | $89/day |
If you’re just driving across the city of Basel, a small, compact car is a better option for navigating and parking downtown. But if you’re hitting the road and heading to the countryside or even across country borders, book a mid-size sedan, as it offers more space and comfort, especially if you’re with family or friends.
The speed limit in built-up areas is usually 50 km/h (31 mph) unless the posted signs indicate otherwise. The speed limit on main roads and other minor roads outside urban areas is 80 km/h (50 mph), and on expressways it is 100 km/h (62 mph). Motorways allow drivers to go at a maximum speed of 120 km/h (75 mph).
Avoid parking in the Old Town, as spaces are scarce and fairly expensive. Metered parking across the city is enforced from 8 a.m. and 7 p.m., Monday to Saturday, with rates ranging between $1-3 per hour, depending on location. For longer stays, you can buy either a half-day ticket or a day ticket, for $6 and $10 respectively, at the BVB (Basler Verkehrs Betriebe) ticket machines.
On average a rental car in Basel costs $67 per day. But prices differ between operators and you can save money through a price comparison of car rental deals from different agencies. The cheapest price for a car rental in Basel found in the last 2 weeks is $59.
Yes, automatic cars are available in most car renting companies in Basel. As cars with manual transmission are more common in many countries, you might have to pay an additional charge for renting an automatic car.
The average gas price in Basel is $7.75 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between $93 and $124, depending on the car size.
Mini (Fiat 500 or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Basel.
Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.
A Mini car rental in Basel costs $44 per day, on average.
A Standard car rental in Basel costs $48 per day, on average.
An Economy car rental in Basel costs $52 per day, on average.
In Basel, cars are most frequently rented at Budget Aeroport Cote Francais (4 miles from city center).
On average a rental car in Basel costs $469 per week ($67 per day).
On average a rental car in Basel costs $2,011 per month ($67 per day).
Most car rental providers in Basel offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car rental in Basel, check out KAYAK's car rental insurance guide.
KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 22 car rental agencies in Basel.
Finding the right price, understanding the add-ons and staying up to date with policy changes can be a challenge. That’s why KAYAK has produced the ultimate guide to renting a car to help you cut though the jargon and make the right choice for your rental car. Find tips and insights for how to book your rental, what car rental insurance you’ll need, how to deal with a car rental agency and what extra fees to expect (and avoid!).
KAYAK searches thousands of car rental agencies to provide you with offers from all car rental agencies operating in Basel so that you can compare car rental rates, reviews and pick-up and drop-off locations to find the best deal for you.
Basel car rentals require that you be at least 18, though some agencies require you to be 21. You will need your US driver's license, which must be in good standing and which you must have had for at least a year. Since your license will be in English, you will not need an IDP (International Driving Permit.) You also need another form of photo ID, such as a passport, and a major credit card displaying your own name.
Basel car rentals will almost surely charge your credit card with a “hold” when you pick up your vehicle. This hold could range from hundreds to thousands of dollars. They're not charging your card, but they want to know the money is there in case you destroy or steal their car. (It happens!) The important thing is that your credit card has enough room on it to cover the hold. So, when you make your reservation, find out how much the hold will be and be prepared.
4 locations in Basel
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3.2 Poor
Jul 2017
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At drop off , Barbra, customer service extremely rude when I asked her why the extra charges, she kept saying she didn't care and it's not her responsibility when I questioned the extra charges4.4 Mediocre
Jun 2017
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The car was newCons:
it wasn't the car I had booked. I booked a compact like a VW Up or similar, manual, for 143 and ended up getting a massive Skoda Rapid wagon, automatic, and had to pay almost double the price for it at 217. I had no time to argue. But I got thoroughly ripped off. Will stick with Hertz8.0 Very good
Nov 2016
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Car was fine. Clean and easy to pick-up. It drove well and met expectations.9.2 Wonderful
Sep 2016
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the car was clean and in good condition.Cons:
the cost of the rental was a little high.8.0 Very good
Feb 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Jul 2021
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2.0 Poor
Apr 2018
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NOTHINGCons:
EVERYTHING!!!! I did not get any car. Nobody asked me when my flight will land. I came 2 hours late, NO MORE CAR GIVEN TO ME!10.0 Wonderful
Apr 2018
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Great service and excellent car.8.0 Very good
Dec 2016
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The lady at the counter was really nice and helpful. Just the price was quite hefty... Payed 130$ a day for a midsize , becuse i took full waiver It should b much cheaper for good drivers who have a clean slate in respect of car damages Shouldnt cost more then 75$ a day max8.0 Very good
Jun 2023
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Sep 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Apr 2019
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Wonderful customer service in Basel!8.0 Very good
Apr 2018
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A choice of carsCons:
I selected the wrong pick up location and couldn't change it. However 6th allowed an alternative drop off location foc. Slow collection of car due to slow customers ahead of me. Too many choices at the desk at hiring time9.6 Wonderful
Apr 2018
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Helpful receptionists at pick up and drop off. Park very close to airport.Cons:
The price -but of course it was Switzerland !10.0 Wonderful
Feb 2018
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I really liked the service i got, I even got a upgrade for free !!! And they also gave me a cheap price for fuel...6.4 Okay
Jun 2017
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Didn't realize that there wasn't an easy way to get from the airport to the downtown Sixt location. And then when our flight was late and we couldn't get to the downtown location before they closed, we couldn't transfer our reservation to the Sixt airport location because we prepaid through kayak. We ended up paying for an additional car for one day and then we had to drive back to the city the next day when the downtown location was open to get it all straightened out. It was kind of a pain.2 locations in Basel
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9.6 Wonderful
Jul 2019
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Very friendly and helpful staff! Good car selection.Cons:
Car could have been cleaned a bit bettered4.8 Mediocre
Mar 2019
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Car via Hertz did not have a full tank! Filled it up for 8 CHF, No compensation. Was requested instead to fill it up to the same "not full level of 7/8". Poor customer service! Avoid Hertz at Basel!4 locations in Basel
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Nov 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Nov 2017
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No pressure to take out additional insurance. Car was relatively new in perfect condition.Cons:
No one at the desk at Airport when we arrived to turn in the car10.0 Wonderful
Jul 2017
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they were very friendly despite the fact that I had the wrong pickup time and was 6h later7.6 Good
Jan 2017
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Pretty much everything. Drop off at MUC is excellent, takes just secondsCons:
Hertz office at Dreispitz in Basel is hard to find. Signs lead to a carwash, not to the office. The vehicle had two tires inside, taking up the entire trunk space. The guy at the office was telling me unbelievable stories that I have to carry those tires with me. Fortunately in another Hertz office they gladly took those tires from me.9.6 Wonderful
Oct 2016
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everythingCons:
hard to find parking for after hours drop-off9.6 Wonderful
Oct 2016
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Everything about the rental went smoothly, the car was clean and comfortable.Cons:
It was a bit confusing to find the rental place, since Basel airport has a french side and a swiss side. Of course it's not Hertz's fault, just pay attention if you're renting in Basel airport. Another point is that we paid in advance for a second driver and ended up not using it - would have been nice if there was an option to add another driver in the middle of the trip.3 locations in Basel
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Basel airport
061 325 29 03
Europcar
+41 61 378 99 66
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+41 61 205 90 90
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Basel City
+41 62 295 15 15
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+86 10 6064 1387
C/o Roche Bau 78 Chrischonastrasse 40
+41 61 683 04 30
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