Lucerne car rentals from $42/day

On average a rental car in Lucerne costs $99 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 Lucerne found in the last 2 weeks is $96.

In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Sixt ($42/day) and Europcar ($54/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest rental car price was found at Sixt Haldenstrasse 11 6006 (1 miles from city center).

Yes, automatic cars are available in most car renting companies in Lucerne. 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 Lucerne is $8.13 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between $98 and $130, depending on the car size.

Compact (Renault Captur or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Lucerne.

Car rental companies onsite at Zurich airport include Hertz, Sixt, Europcar, Alamo, Budget, NU Car, Avis, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Dollar and National.

Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Zurich airport to off-airport locations include Hertz, Sixt, Europcar, Alamo, Budget, Avis, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Dollar, National, and Thrifty.

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

A Compact car rental in Lucerne costs $46 per day, on average.

A Standard car rental in Lucerne costs $50 per day, on average.

An Intermediate car rental in Lucerne costs $53 per day, on average.

In Lucerne, cars are most frequently rented at Sixt Haldenstrasse 11 (1 miles from city center).

On average a rental car in Lucerne costs $695 per week ($99 per day).

On average a rental car in Lucerne costs $2,978 per month ($99 per day).

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

KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 9 car rental agencies in Lucerne.

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 Lucerne so that you can compare car rental rates, reviews and pick-up and drop-off locations to find the best deal for you.

Due to the city's narrow streets and limited parking spaces, a compact or subcompact car is generally recommended. These smaller cars are easier to maneuver in tight spaces and narrow streets. Moreover, Switzerland is known for its environmental consciousness, and fuel prices can be relatively high. Opting for a Lucerne car rental with good fuel efficiency can help save on fuel costs and minimize environmental impact.

Adhering to the stipulated speed limits in Lucerne will save you from trouble with the traffic authorities. As such, stay within 50 km/h (31 mph) within built-up urban areas. This speed limit applies to most city streets in Lucerne unless otherwise indicated by signs. Please keep it to 80 km/h (50 mph) on rural roads outside urban areas, but you can cruise at 120 km/h (75 mph) on highways (Autobahn) and expressways. Lastly, you should drive at 30 km/h (18 mph) or less in residential and school zones.

Lucerne has several parking garages located throughout the city, offering convenient and secure parking. Some popular parking garages include Parkhaus Kesselturm, Parkhaus Altstadt, and Parkhaus Musegg. These garages are typically open 24 hours a day, and hourly or daily rates apply. You will pay a 3.00 CHF (3.35 USD) minimum charge for 1 hour. Limited on-street parking is available in designated areas throughout Lucerne. Pay attention to parking signs and follow the regulations indicated. Some areas may have parking meters where you can pay for your parking time.