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Cheapest Car Rental Rates
Gare du Nord Train Station
Economy
Peugeot 208
or similar
$19.15
per day
Paris Etoile Foch
Mini
Fiat 500
or similar
$23.98
per day
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Compact Monospace
Peugeot 2008
or similar
$27.39
per day
Paris-Gare de Lyon Train Station
Mini Elite
Fiat 500
or similar
$40.27
per day
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Paris Velizy Villacoublay
Intermediate SUV
Renault Arkana
or similar
$40.55
per day
Paris Ternes
Standard
Volkswagen Passat
or similar
$42.02
per day
Paris Etoile Foch
Compact Elite
BMW 1 Series
or similar
$45.38
per day
Paris Place D'Italie
Full-size Commercial Van/Truck
Fiat Ducato Cargo
or similar
$46.76
per day
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 7:53 PM on 12/10/24. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
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Travel Information
Languages
French
Currency
EUR
Drive on
Right-hand side
Country code
+33
Average car rental price
$36 per day
Average car rental length
7 days
Speed limit within town
50 km/h or 31 mph
Speed limit out of town
80 - 130 km/h or 50 - 81 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.05%
Average gas price
$1.97 per liter or $7.47 per gallon
Lowest gas price
$1.85 per liter or $6.99 per gallon
Highest gas price
$2.10 per liter or $7.95 per gallon
Why rent a car in Paris?
Paris is a great destination to explore by car. Having your own ride will not only let you visit the famous landmarks inside the city, but, more importantly, will give you the freedom to travel to interesting destinations in the city’s vicinity and further afar.
One-Way Car Rentals in Paris
The most popular one-way rental options for pick up in Paris and drop off in another city include:
- From Paris to Lyon - 261 offers from $28.72 per day
- From Paris to Marseille - 85 offers from $28.72 per day
- From Paris to Bordeaux - 136 offers from $33.06 per day
- From Paris to Amsterdam - 40 offers from $175.83 per day
- From Paris to Lille - 75 offers from $40.63 per day
Top ways to enter Paris
- Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport: One of the busiest airports in Europe, Paris Charles De Gaulle hosts flights to and from all continents of the planet.
- Paris Orly Airport: Located south of the city center, Orly Airport connects Paris to both many exotic destinations and large cities of Europe.
- Beauvais Airport: Although Beauvais Airport is about two hours drive from Paris, it nonetheless offers great way to reach the city as it is popular with many low-cost carriers.
- By public transportation: If you’re arriving to Paris, you can conveniently pick up a rental car at Gare de Lyon Railway Station, Gare du Nord Railway Station, Gare Montparnasse Railway Station, or Gare de l’Est Railway Station.
City facts
- Largest city in the European Union (EU) by urban population, Paris is also among the world’s most visited cities when it comes to international tourists.
- The climate in Paris is maritime, and the city usually has mild, but cool winters and warm summers. There is more precipitation than along the French Mediterranean Coast and rain showers are not uncommon.
Top sights and activities
- Eiffel Tower. Loved by travelers even more than the locals, the Eiffel Tower is arguably the city’s most famous landmark. Do keep in mind that waiting times to visit the top floor can be up to a couple of hours. Book your tickets in advance to avoid such inconvenience.
- Notre Dame Cathedral. Perhaps the most famous church in the world, this Gothic cathedral is one of the first things that come to mind when most people think of Paris. Even after a great fire endangered the Cathedral in 2019, it is a must-see in Paris. The surroundings, the oldest part of Paris located on l’ïle de la Cité (City Island), is also a great area to walk around with many other spots to visit.
- Louvre. The largest art museum in the world, the Louvre is arguably also the most famous one. The museum had almost 10 million visitors in 2019, so it can get a bit crowded sometimes, especially near the most famous pieces of art like the Mona Lisa, but visiting it is still one of the highlights of any trip to Paris. Visiting the museum’s comprehensive website will let you plan your visit in advance — it’s really impossible to see all of the Louvre in one take, so looking up exhibits that interest you the most is a good idea.
- Centre Pompidou. Paris is home not just to a wealth of classical buildings, but also to some of the most daring futuristic architecture imaginable. Exhibit A for this is the Pompidou Center, a structuralist complex in the city’s 4th arrondissement. An attraction in itself, it houses the National Museum of Modern Art and is also where individual exhibitions of the works of world-famous artists are frequently held.
- National Museum of Natural History. The head of a large and fascinating network, the National History Museum is dedicated to topics like ecology, geology, and paleontology. The main museum is in the Jardin des Plantes botanical garden in the 5th arrondissement of Paris, but it is also affiliated with the Paris Zoological Park, Museum of Mankind, and many other institutions across Paris. Visit the network’s official website to learn more.
- Musée Carnavalet. Paris is home to exactly 136 museums, so there’s plenty to choose from, but one of the most interesting is the one dedicated to the history of the city itself. Situated in two opulent mansions, one of which, Hôtel Carnavalet, gives it its name, the museum covers Parisian history from the original Celtic settlement through to the Medieval period, Enlightenment, French Revolution, and present day.
- Sacré-Cœur. Also known as the Sacred Heart of Montmartre, this basilica is another truly iconic Parisian church. Only slightly more than 100 years old, it is nonetheless instantly recognizable for its chapels and crypt, as well as for the hilltop location that provides views of the city and the Seine below. The church can get quite crowded with visitors, but the experience of visiting will still be memorable.
Traffic and parking
- The speed limit in cities is 50 km/h, although a major part of Paris is limited to 30km/h. Unlike inter-city roads, the urban speed limit is unaffected by weather.
- Outside cities, as of July 2018 the speed limit depends on the type of the road. Highways are limited to 130 km/h, 4-lane expressways to 110 km/h, and 2- or 3- lane roads to 90 km/h. During the rain the limits are respectively lowered to 110 km/h, 100 km/h, and 80 km/h. The general speed limit is lowered to 50 km/h during heavy fog or other cases of bad visibility.
- The insurance and car documentation needs to be in the car whenever you’re driving.
- If you’re the driver, you need to have your passport or ID card with you at all times.
- As of 2015, mobile phone use while driving is strictly regulated. Holding a mobile phone in hand while driving is prohibited, as well as wearing any device in one’s ear (except a medical device). Fines are hefty. If you are involved in a car accident without respecting the above restrictions, you may face the suspension of your driver’s license.
- The legal alcohol limit is 0.05% for experienced drivers and 0.02% for novice drivers.
- The emergency number is 112.
Toll roads
Most of the main highways in France (autoroute in French) are toll roads. Their names start with letter A and you can recognize them by a blue sign. The fare for taking a toll road depends on the specific route, the distance length, as well as the type of your vehicle - trailer cars and caravans have to pay more than regular cars. You can pay by a credit card or by cash. You’ll be given a ticket that you have to keep while on the toll road.
Some rental cars are equipped with toll road transporters and can use the automatic toll road payment booths (Télépéage). Ask your rental car provider to find out if they offer cars with toll road transporters.
See the official French toll road website for more information. Use the website's toll road calculator to find out exactly how much you’ll have to pay for using the toll roads on your planned route.
Ideas for day trips
For more about traveling around France with a rental car, check out our complete guide.
- Versailles. Located south of Paris city center, Versailles is the location of the Sun King Louis XIV’s famous palace and gardens. Many other historical buildings in the city are also well worth a visit.
- The Loire Valley. While it takes about two hours drive south to reach it, the famous wine-making area along the river Loire is very much worth a visit thanks to its beautiful Renaissance castles, charming villages, and historically important cities like Blois and Orléans. Burgundy, about two hours east of Paris, is another worthy wine destination.
- Lille. Although probably the coldest and most rainy place in France, this once-industrial hub is all the same one of the most interesting cities of Northern France. Strongly influenced by its Belgian and Dutch neighbors, the city offers a unique blend of architecture, arts, cuisine, and contemporary culture. Located 230 km (150 miles) north of Paris, Lille can be reached by car in about three hours.
Most popular cars
The most popular rental car in France is the Renault Twingo, followed by the Volkswagen Polo and the Ford Fiesta. The most popular rental car types are economy, compact and mini.
Further destinations
- Belgium. Just a few hours drive north, Belgium can be a surprisingly rewarding travel destination, not only because of Brussels, but also other beautiful cities like Antwerp, Ghent, Bruges, and Liège.
- Brittany. The westernmost part of France is a relaxing and beautiful destination thanks to its medieval cities, pristine nature, and long Atlantic Coast.
Car rental prices in Paris
- Convertibles - from $35 per day
- Station wagons - from $21 per day
- Large cars - from $29 per day
- Medium cars - from $23 per day
- Vans - from $32 per day
- Premium cars - from $51 per day
- Small cars - from $19 per day
- SUVs - from $32 per day
Money-saving and other tips
There are things you can do to get a great rental car deal in Paris:
- Compare rates of different rental car providers
- Book your rental car well in advance
- Plan your route before you go
- Know your fuel and mileage requirements
- Visit on the month when the rental prices are the cheapest. According to our data, visiting Paris is the cheapest in January when renting a car is about 40% cheaper than the yearly average and about 57% cheaper than renting a car in July.
Fact checked by
Emilie and Florianne
This article was reviewed and updated by Emilie and Florianne from Parents-voyageurs (parents and travelers), a French website created in 2015 by Emilie and Florianne to facilitate and encourage traveling with children. Emilie has been living in Madrid with her family for more than five years. And Florianne, after living in Belgium for nine years, has now settled close to Nantes, in France. Together, they intend to inspire every kind of family travel by sharing their travel experiences with their children. Go and see, they have many kid-friendly destinations for you to discover, as well as practical advice and tips for traveling with your kids. Their philosophy is that there is no short trip, each moment outside of your house is already a journey!
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Map of Car Rental Locations
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Paris?
Car rental prices in Paris vary by time of year. This graph shows the average prices per month to help you find the best time of year to rent.
Average rental costs per day in Paris
The cheapest month to rent a car in Paris is January (when prices average $34.60 per day). This is 33% cheaper than the yearly average and 50% cheaper than renting in July (when prices average $69.64).
This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.
This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.
What’s the usual rental length in Paris?
How long travelers keep their rental cars for varies from month to month: in July, the average renter keeps their car for 9 days, and in January, they keep their car for 6 days.
Average number of rental days in Paris
What's the most popular month to rent a car in Paris?
Based on the number of searches by our customers, the most popular month for renting a car in Paris is July, and the least popular is February.
Monthly searches in Paris by pick-up date relative to the average
Car rental information
| Car rental locations | 57 |
| Airport locations | 3 |
| Popular suppliers | Keddy, Alamo, RentScape, Enterprise, Budget |
| Popular car categories | Small cars, Medium cars, SUVs, Vans |
| Lowest price | $19 per day |
| Cheapest supplier | RentScape |
Most popular car models of rental suppliers
| Rental Supplier | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RentScape | Peugeot 208 | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
| Alamo | Peugeot 208 | 4 | 2 | Small cars |
| Keddy | Volkswagen Golf | 5 | 2 | Medium cars |
| Keddy | Renault Clio | 4 | 2 | Small cars |
| Keddy | Peugeot 208 | 3 | 1 | Small cars |
| Keddy | Toyota Corolla | 5 | 3 | Medium cars |
| RentScape | Peugeot 2008 | 5 | 2 | Medium cars |
| Budget | Renault Clio | 5 | 2 | Small cars |
| Keddy | Renault Megane | 5 | 2 | Medium cars |
| Avis | Citroen C3 | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
Our customers' reviews
Because we want to make sure each review listed here is left by a real customer, we don’t have the option to post a review here. Instead, we ask each and every customer to leave a review after they return their rental car. This way, you know that all reviews are authentic.
RV
Canada
Volvo XC60
8/14/24
Champagne was terrific
GB
United Kingdom
Peugeot 208
7/9/24
I didn't really enjoy as the traffic was horrible
HF
United States of America (USA)
Peugeot 208
7/7/24
Ocean and great small old towns with wonderful restaurants.
SS
India
Hyundai Santa Fe
6/3/24
There were too many experiences difficult to share here
RD
United States of America (USA)
Peugeot 308
11/17/23
Mont St Michels and Omaha Beach
EL
Brazil
Kia Sportage
11/10/23
History , nature and culture.
BP
New Zealand
Volkswagen T-Cross
10/21/23
Great but the car was impractical and definitely impacted the experience
DB
United Kingdom
Toyota Yaris
10/12/23
Attending the Rugby World Cup - amazing experience at the Parc de France. Excellent restaurants in Paris - Le Hind, Miss Ko
AR
United Kingdom
Hyundai Tucson
7/3/23
I spent a week in the Paris area on a family holiday. We stayed in Tournan en Brie using the car to visit Disneyland and Parc De Felines.
SL
Israel
BMW 1 Series Aut.
6/13/23
We drove inside the village nature parc and to thé nearest town
PB
United Kingdom
Fiat 500
6/9/23
Stayed in Chateau Jacquier near Epernay and celebrated a 70th birthday with many friends. Departing CDG very confusing and finding a Service station for fuel on our return was too difficult.So we ended up returning car only half full which is going to cost us double. Help with both of the above would be very helpful.
CC
Canada
Citroen C3 Aircross
5/25/23
Visited great places in France, enjoyed the culture, history, cuisine and wine, just the weather was a little bit unfriendly...
VF
Sweden
Peugeot 508
5/12/23
Rain rain rain
AB
United Kingdom
Peugeot 2008
5/3/23
Jumieges Abbey was amazing. Mont Saint Michel was beautiful, but overcrowded
RU
Australia
Hyundai Tucson
1/24/23
We had a fantastic trip. We stayed just out of Paris and visited Fontainebleau and Chantilly!
PB
Australia
Fiat 500X
1/11/23
We had an MGzs. We couldn't fault the car , it was near new, clean and comfortable.
MK
Saudi Arabia
Citroen C3 Aircross
12/3/22
That was my first visit to Pontault Combault.
LA
France
Renault Twingo
11/18/22
all are perfect.. price and the car.
GE
Philippines
Citroen C3
11/5/22
We used the car to drive to the Loire Valley. Going from winery to winery was very easy with the rental car and the GPS system in the car.
JM
United States of America (USA)
Peugeot 2008
10/2/22
1,300 miles of driving in beautiful Paris, Normandy and Loire Valley of France.
JK
United States of America (USA)
Peugeot 308 Aut.
8/11/22
Having a car to drive around Normandy was very helpful. Parking was really never an issue and it was extremely useful to be able to drive to the places we wanted to go when we wanted to go there. It would have been rather difficult to reach certain places, like the Normandy D-Day beaches or Mont St Michel without a personal vehicle.
TB
United States of America (USA)
Peugeot 2008
6/11/22
It was great having a car to take day trips, pick up groceries, and find cool places to run.
KR
Latvia
Peugeot 308
6/11/22
I traveled to Southern France, was worth it!
AD
United States of America (USA)
Fiat 500
3/13/20
The public transit is great in Paris, but if you want to visit locations just outside the city then renting a car is the way to go.
ED
United Kingdom
Chevrolet Aveo
11/17/19
Was travelling to the north of France, so car essential, not sure would be in the Centre of Paris!! Getting from arrivals in terminal 2E to terminal 2D was a nightmare, total lack of proper signage with no mention of how to get to car rentals until getting to 2D which took over an hour!! Signage badly needs improving.
EA
United States of America (USA)
Audi A1 Sportback
2/10/19
If only staying in Paris. .use public transportation...do not rent a car.
Car Rental Statistics
Highest-rated company
SIXT
8.3 / 10
Lowest-rated company
RentScape
6.2 / 10
Total number of reviews
60
Total rental companies
16
Average daily price
$35.68
Lowest daily price
$19.15
Total cars available
3718
Top 16 suppliers in Paris in 2024
SIXT
27 locations
$36 - $130
Sicily By Car
6 locations
$38 - $164
Avis
20 locations
$27 - $260
Flizzr
20 locations
$32 - $101
Alamo
6 locations
$30 - $247
Enterprise
14 locations
$28 - $459
Budget
7 locations
$38 - $116
Thrifty
17 locations
$34 - $174
Europcar
15 locations
$33 - $186
Hertz
11 locations
$36 - $162
National
6 locations
$37 - $383
Free2move
1 location
$23 - $27
Keddy
14 locations
$24 - $108
Dollar
19 locations
$34 - $174
Firefly
2 locations
$34 - $174
RentScape
3 locations
$19 - $100
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