Saintes car rentals

Based on our information, car rental agencies in Saintes only have manual transmission cars.

The average gas price in Saintes is $7.71 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between $93 and $123, depending on the car size.

Economy (Renault Clio or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Saintes.

Car rental companies onsite at Bordeaux airport include Hertz, LOCA MALIN, Budget, Avis, SICILY BY CAR, Thrifty, Dollar and KeynGo.

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

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An Economy car rental in Saintes costs $67 per day, on average.

A Compact car rental in Saintes costs $73 per day, on average.

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

KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 8 car rental agencies in Saintes.

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

The type of vehicle you choose for your car hire in Saintes depends on what sort of travelling you intend to do. If you are going to explore further out of the city centre, then you should hire an SUV-type car, as you have the luxury of more space, air conditioning, and extra boot space for storing your shopping goods. If you are travelling in a large group, it is most economical to hire a people mover or a van, so you can all travel together more cost-efficiently and enjoy the adventures together.

Make sure you research the specific French road rules before you use your car hire in Saintes to avoid any speeding fines. The speed limits are typically 50 km/h (31 mph) in built-up urban areas, 90 km/h (56 mph) on commercial roads, 110 km/h (68 mph) on highways and 130 km/h (81 mph) on the main motorways. The speed limits can change quickly, so make sure you are paying attention to the road signs.

Saintes has metered parking zones in various areas throughout the city, and the cost and time limits for on-street parking can vary depending on the location. Prices range from around €1 to €2 per hour, (£1.72). Public Parking Garages are generally more affordable than on-street parking, if you plan to park for several hours or the whole day. Expect prices to range from €1 to €2 (£1.72) per hour or around €10 to €15 (£12.8) for a full day parking de l'Avenue de Saintongeis, located near the city centre and is a convenient option for exploring the main attractions. Parking Place Bassompierre is situated near the Arch of Germanicus and the River Charente and provides easy access to some historical sites.