Heidelberg car rentals from $32/day

On average a rental car in Heidelberg costs $58 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 Heidelberg found in the last 2 weeks is $31.

Yes, automatic cars are available in most car renting companies in Heidelberg. 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 Heidelberg is $6.77 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between $81 and $108, depending on the car size.

Luxury (Mercedes-Benz V-Class or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Heidelberg.

Car rental companies onsite at Frankfurt airport include Enterprise Rent-A-Car, BUCHBINDER, National, Star Car and Budget.

Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Frankfurt airport to off-airport locations include Enterprise Rent-A-Car, BUCHBINDER, National, Budget, and Sixt.

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

A Luxury car rental in Heidelberg costs $149 per day, on average.

An Intermediate car rental in Heidelberg costs $41 per day, on average.

A Compact car rental in Heidelberg costs $58 per day, on average.

In Heidelberg, cars are most frequently rented at Avis Haberstrasse 4 (2 miles from city center).

Most car rental providers in Heidelberg offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car rental in Heidelberg, check out KAYAK's car rental insurance guide.

KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 16 car rental agencies in Heidelberg.

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KAYAK searches thousands of car rental agencies to provide you with offers from all car rental agencies operating in Heidelberg so that you can compare car rental rates, reviews and pick-up and drop-off locations to find the best deal for you.

Heidelberg's narrow streets and historic areas can be challenging to navigate with large vehicles. Opting for compact or mid-size car rentals in Heidelberg is generally more convenient for maneuvering through the city. If you are unfamiliar with driving a manual transmission, choose an automatic car for a smoother driving experience. Having a built-in GPS or a reliable navigation system provided by your rental company can be immensely helpful in finding your way around Heidelberg and its surroundings.

The speed limit within urban areas is generally 50 km/h (31 mph). This speed limit applies to most city streets and residential areas. Unless otherwise posted, the speed limit on roads outside urban areas is usually 100 km/h (62 mph). On the autobahn, there are sections with no specific speed limits. However, there are recommended speed limits in many areas, especially in construction zones or areas with hazardous conditions. It's essential to pay attention to the posted speed limit signs.

Heidelberg has several parking garages located in and around the city center. Some popular parking garages include P12 Parkhaus Kornmarkt, P11 Parkhaus Universität/Mensa, and P10 Parkhaus Klinikum. The cost of parking in these garages varies depending on the parking duration and location, but it typically ranges from around € 1.50 to 2.50 ($1.65 to $2.75) per hour. There are also on-street parking spaces throughout Heidelberg, with costs of about € 1 to 1.50 ($1.15 to $1.65) per hour.