How much does it cost to rent a car in Scotland?

On average a rental car in Scotland costs $41 per day.

How can I find car rentals near me in Scotland?

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

Where should I rent a car in Scotland?

Based on car searches on KAYAK, the most popular cities to rent a car in Scotland are Edinburgh (67% of total searches of users looking to rent a car in Scotland), Glasgow (19%) and Inverness (9%).

How much does it cost to rent a car for a week in Scotland?

On average a rental car in Scotland costs $290 per week ($41 per day).

How much does it cost to rent a car long term for a month in Scotland?

On average a rental car in Scotland costs $1,243 per month ($41 per day).

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Vauxhall Corsa

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4-5

$22/day

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Cupra Leon

or similar Small

4-5

$20/day

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Skoda Octavia

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4-5

$34/day

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Volkswagen Passat

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4-5

$47/day

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Skoda Superb

or similar Large

4-5

$110/day

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Peugeot 5008

or similar Van

4-5

$56/day

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Class Full-size SUV

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4-5

$28/day

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Fiat 500

or similar Small

2-3

$18/day

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Class Premium Car

or similar Luxury

4-5

$42/day

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Peugeot 5008

or similar Van

4-5

$51/day

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Mercedes-Benz E-Class

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4-5

$53/day

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Audi Q3

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4-5

$55/day

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Honda CR-V

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4-5

$18/day

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Class Compact SUV

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4-5

$20/day

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Class Standard SUV

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4-5

$28/day

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Kia Cee'd SW

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4-5

$39/day

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Class Commercial Truck

or similar Commercial

2/4

$42/day

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Toyota Corolla Wagon

or similar Medium

4-5

$50/day

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Vauxhall Insignia Sports Tourer

or similar Medium

4-5

$53/day

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Audi Q5

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4-5

$69/day

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Skoda Superb Combi

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4-5

$132/day

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KAYAK’s insights & trends for Scotland car rentals

Check out the latest trends and booking tips to rent a car in Scotland with confidence.

How far in advance should you book a rental car in Scotland?

You should book your rental car in Scotland around 7 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the cheapest car rental company in Scotland?

In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at GREEN MOTION ($9.54/day), DRIVALIA ($13.46/day) and Alamo ($32.14/day).

What is the most popular rental car in Scotland?

Rentals in the SUV category (Ford Explorer or similar) are the most popular option in Scotland, costing $63/day on average. Some users have found deals as low as $41/day.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Scotland?

The cheapest month to rent a car in Scotland is January at an average cost of $37/day. August is the most expensive month to rent a car in Scotland when prices are $59/day on average, which tends to be 25% above the yearly average rental price for Scotland.

What rental car company in Scotland has the most locations?

Avis operates 10 locations in Scotland, more than any other rental company.

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Most popular agency	Most popular car type	Average price	Good deal
GREEN MOTION	Medium	$41/day	$33/day

Driving in Scotland is fun, but you must always drive within the designated speed limits. Like all other countries in the United Kingdom, the speed limits in Scotland are in km/h. If you are driving in urban areas, the speed limit is 48 km/h (30 mph). On single carriageways, the speed limit is 97 km/h (60 mph), while on motorways and dual carriage roads, you can go as fast as 113 km/h (70 mph).
The roads in Scotland can be narrow and winding, especially in rural areas. Do not be surprised when you encounter single-track roads or a bridge only wide enough for a single car. Drive carefully on these narrow roads, and should you want to overtake or give way, use the passing places marked by black and white poles or special square signs. Always give way to vehicles going uphill, and on a narrow bridge, the driver closest to the bridge has the right of way.
All passengers in a vehicle must wear their seatbelts, whether on the front or back row. Kids below 12 must be secured in a safety or booster seat; if you need one, your car rental provider will provide one at a small fee. Kids must be in a child restraint device that matches their size and weight.
You can easily find street parking in cities in Scotland, such as Edinburgh and Glasgow. Most street parking is metered and is available downtown for about £4.00 ($5) per hour. You will Laos find several parking garages downtown, and to locate them, you can use the parking apps on your phone. For those staying at downtown hotels, most hotels offer free parking to guests, and street parking is usually free from 6:30 pm to 6:30 am and on Sundays.
25% of our users found rental cars in Scotland for $33 or less
Medium rental cars in Scotland are around 44% cheaper than other car types, on average

How much does it cost to rent a car in Scotland?
On average a rental car in Scotland costs $41 per day.
How can I find car rentals near me in Scotland?
Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.
Where should I rent a car in Scotland?
Based on car searches on KAYAK, the most popular cities to rent a car in Scotland are Edinburgh (67% of total searches of users looking to rent a car in Scotland), Glasgow (19%) and Inverness (9%).
How much does it cost to rent a car for a week in Scotland?
On average a rental car in Scotland costs $290 per week ($41 per day).
How much does it cost to rent a car long term for a month in Scotland?
On average a rental car in Scotland costs $1,243 per month ($41 per day).
Should I rent a car in Scotland?
There are many benefits to renting a car in this country. You have the freedom to go wherever you want to explore with a rental car. Despite Scotland's amazing public transportation, bus and train schedules' rigidity removes the freedom you need to explore this beautiful country. Also, with many car rental providers, you will find a vehicle to meet your needs and budget. Lastly, a rental car provides comfort and convenience, something you cannot get from public buses or trains.
What is driving like in Scotland?
As in the rest of the United Kingdom, you must stick to the left as you drive in Scotland. There are no fast lanes on Scotland roads, and you can only use the right lane when overtaking. Scotland has many roundabouts, and the general rule is that you give way to all vehicles approaching from the right. Do not drink and drive; driving with a BAC higher than 50 mg in 100 ml is a criminal offense. Give way to school buses, emergency vehicles with flashing lights, and pedestrians, even when crossing in undesignated areas. Be extra careful on rural roads, and deer frequently cross the roads suddenly.
How old do you have to be to rent a car in Scotland?
You need to be at least 20 to get a rental car in Scotland. Most car rental providers require drivers to have held their driver's license for more than a year before they are allowed to rent a car. Additionally, if you are younger than 25, most providers have a young driver's daily surcharge, and you will not have access to some vehicle classes, including full-size SUVs, luxury vehicles, convertibles, and more. If you meet the age requirement, you also need a valid driver's license and a credit card for the deposit before you can rent a car in Scotland.

Sunnycars car rental locations in Scotland
55 Locations
Enterprise Rent-A-Car car rental locations in Scotland
41 Locations
Europcar car rental locations in Scotland
39 Locations
Arnold Clark car rental locations in Scotland
38 Locations
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38 Locations
Free2Move car rental locations in Scotland
30 Locations
Avis car rental locations in Scotland
17 Locations
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FLIZZR car rental locations in Scotland
15 Locations
Firefly car rental locations in Scotland
15 Locations
Sixt car rental locations in Scotland
14 Locations
Easirent car rental locations in Scotland
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KAYAK’s insights & trends for Scotland car rentals

Check out the latest trends and booking tips to rent a car in Scotland with confidence.

How far in advance should you book a rental car in Scotland?

You should book your rental car in Scotland around 7 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the cheapest car rental company in Scotland?

In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at GREEN MOTION ($9.54/day), DRIVALIA ($13.46/day) and Alamo ($32.14/day).

What is the most popular rental car in Scotland?

Rentals in the SUV category (Ford Explorer or similar) are the most popular option in Scotland, costing $63/day on average. Some users have found deals as low as $41/day.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Scotland?

The cheapest month to rent a car in Scotland is January at an average cost of $37/day. August is the most expensive month to rent a car in Scotland when prices are $59/day on average, which tends to be 25% above the yearly average rental price for Scotland.

What rental car company in Scotland has the most locations?

Avis operates 10 locations in Scotland, more than any other rental company.

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How much does it cost to rent a car in Scotland?

On average a rental car in Scotland costs $41 per day.

How can I find car rentals near me in Scotland?

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

Where should I rent a car in Scotland?

Based on car searches on KAYAK, the most popular cities to rent a car in Scotland are Edinburgh (67% of total searches of users looking to rent a car in Scotland), Glasgow (19%) and Inverness (9%).

How much does it cost to rent a car for a week in Scotland?

On average a rental car in Scotland costs $290 per week ($41 per day).

How much does it cost to rent a car long term for a month in Scotland?

On average a rental car in Scotland costs $1,243 per month ($41 per day).

Should I rent a car in Scotland?

What is driving like in Scotland?

How old do you have to be to rent a car in Scotland?

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