Toulouse car rentals from $27/day

For visitors who don't require much space, a small, compact car is ideal for driving through the streets of Toulouse. But if you're heading to the countryside, a sedan is best as it offers enough space and comfort for longer journeys. In case you're traveling with the whole family, a minivan is recommended.

The speed limit in urban areas across France is typically 50 kilometers per hour (31 miles per hour), but it may be lower in certain residential areas, so look for posted signs. Speed limit in two to three-lane roads is 90 km/h (55 mph), and 110 km/h (68 mph) on four-lane routes. Highways have a speed limit of 130 km/h (80 mph). The limits are lower in wet weather.

Street parking in the city center is plentiful, but usually time-limited. Meters cost about €1.59 ($1.81) per hour, but it is free on Sundays and also during the first two weeks of August. There are lots of public parking lots downtown, such as the one in Place du Capitole, which aren't time-restricted but are more expensive with hourly rates of €2.20 ($2.50).

On average a rental car in Toulouse costs $38 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 Toulouse found in the last 2 weeks is $30.

Yes, automatic cars are available in most car renting companies in Toulouse. 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 only car rental company onsite at Blagnac airport is Virtuo.

Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Blagnac airport to off-airport locations include Europcar, Goldcar Rental SP, Avis, and keddy by Europcar.

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

A Compact car rental in Toulouse costs $60 per day, on average.

An Intermediate car rental in Toulouse costs $64 per day, on average.

An Economy car rental in Toulouse costs $45 per day, on average.

In Toulouse, cars are most frequently rented at keddy by Europcar Aeroport De Toulouse (4 miles from city center).

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

KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 29 car rental agencies in Toulouse.

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In Toulouse, there are several restricted-access roads, including the Boulevard de Strasbourg, the Boulevard de la Lauterbourg, and the Boulevard de l'Esplanade. There are signs posted along the roadways that restrict access to authorized vehicles exclusively. The limitations depend on time and vary from day to day.

The Pyrenees National Park, a stunning national park located on the border of France and Spain, is a great destination for a road trip from Toulouse. The drive takes about two hours and is a great way to discover the beauty of the French countryside. The park is home to waterfalls and stunning views of the Pyrenees Mountains.