Car Rental in France

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Cheapest Car Rental Rates

Bordeaux Airport
Economy
Citroën C3 or similar
Citroën C3
  • 5
  • 2
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Man.
LOCAMALIN
$15.00 per day
Bordeaux Airport
Mini
Toyota Aygo or similar
Toyota Aygo
  • 4
  • 1
  • 3
  • A/C
  • Man.
Goldcar
$16.65 per day
Paris Malakoff
Compact
Peugeot 2008 or similar
Peugeot 2008
  • 5
  • 2
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Man.
Dollar
$22.97 per day
Saint-Nazaire Railway Station
Intermediate Commercial Van/Truck
Renault Trafic Cargo or similar
Renault Trafic Cargo
  • 3
  • 15
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Man.
Enterprise
$24.06 per day

Most Popular Car Rental Deals

Orleans Train Station
Full-size Crossover
Ford Mustang Mach-e or similar
Ford Mustang Mach-e
  • 5
  • 2
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Avis
$37.54 per day
Gare du Nord Train Station
Standard
Volkswagen Passat or similar
Volkswagen Passat
  • 5
  • 3
  • 4
  • A/C
  • Man.
Alamo
$40.41 per day
Paris Bercy Bourgogne Railway Station
Premium SUV
Volvo XC60 or similar
Volvo XC60
  • 5
  • 3
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Auto.
RentScape
$42.43 per day
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport
Compact Elite
BMW 1 Series or similar
BMW 1 Series
  • 5
  • 2
  • 5
  • A/C
  • Auto.
Europcar
$43.70 per day
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 12:31 AM on 10/10/24. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.

Travel Information

Languages
French
Currency
EUR
Drive on
Right-hand side
Country code
+33
Average car rental price
$30 per day
Average car rental length
6 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%
Rating
9.0 / 10
Average gas price
$2.15 per liter or $8.13 per gallon
Lowest gas price
$2.05 per liter or $7.78 per gallon
Highest gas price
$2.33 per liter or $8.84 per gallon

Why rent a car in France?

France is a great country to explore by car. From its capital, Paris, to other historic cities, the Atlantic coast in the west, the Mediterranean in the south, and the Alps in the east, you could explore it for weeks or even months without growing bored.

If you want to know more about renting a car in France, don't miss our complete guide.

France

One-way Car Rentals in France

Here are the most popular one-way rental options for pickup in France and drop off in another country:

  • From France to Italy - 366 offers from $399.84 per day
  • From France to Spain - 260 offers from $103.04 per day
  • From France to Germany - 285 offers from $71.71 per day
  • From France to Switzerland - 81 offers from $77.96 per day
  • From France to Netherlands - 48 offers from $183.16 per day

Top ways to enter France

  • Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport: One of the busiest airports in Europe, CDG offers links with destinations all around the world. Other airports serving the capital region include Orly Airport just south of the city and Beauvais Airport, a small airport in northwestern France about 85 km (53 miles) from the capital that specializes in serving low-cost airlines.
  • Nice Airport: Serving the Mediterranean metropolis of the same name, Nice Airport is the largest in the southern part of the country. Other notable airports in the region include Marseille Airport and Montpellier Airport.
  • Toulouse Blagnac Airport: Smaller than the previous two, but nonetheless well-connected with destinations around Europe, Toulouse Airport offers access to the southwest of France. Other airports in this region include Bordeaux Airport and Biarritz Pays Basque Airport.
  • By land: If your rental car supplier permits, you can pick up a rental car in a neighboring country and then drive it to France. Some large airports near France include Barcelona Airport in Spain, Brussels Airport in Belgium, and Geneva Airport in Switzerland.
  • By Sea: Ferries arrive from various locations, including the United Kingdom, at ferry ports like the Cherbourg Ferry Port.

Top cities and places to visit

  • Paris. Located in the northwestern part of the country, Paris is by far the most visited place in France. Home to world-famous landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, Sacré Coeur, and Musée d'Orsay, Paris can be explored for weeks.
  • French Riviera. Home to many of Europe’s rich and famous, as well as sun-loving visitors from around the world, France’s Mediterranean coast is another tourist mecca. The region has plenty of scenic coastal towns like Antibes, Cannes, and Toulon, but also interesting day-trip destinations like the historic city of Avignon and the impressive Verdon Gorge.
  • The Alps. One of the highest mountain chains in Europe, it is also one of France’s most visited regions. The region is naturally popular for its many winter resorts, but most of them can be equally fun to explore during the summer months. The large eastern city of Lyon offers great access to much of the French Alps and is a worthy destination in its own right.
  • Strasbourg. Known as one of the capitals of the European Union, but equally as one of the culture hubs of France, Strasbourg is a truly sophisticated destination and an increasingly popular destination for a city break. In addition to its heritage architecture and many museums, Strasbourg provides access to the scenic region of Alsace and the northeastern corner of the country that includes such city gems as Metz and Nancy.
  • Normandy. Known primarily across the English-speaking world as the location of the D-Day beaches, it also boasts such lovely landmarks as Mont Saint–Michel and the medieval city of Rouen which boasts some very impressive Gothic architecture. Another draw of Normandy is that if traveling by car, it is relatively near to both Paris and the northern city of Lille, in addition to Belgium and the United Kingdom.
  • Find more places to visit in this guide to France's top weekend break locations!

Most popular rental car

The most popular rental car in France is the Renault Twingo, but travelers also love the Volkswagen Polo and the Ford Fiesta.

Driver's license requirements

  • France recognizes driver’s licenses from all the member states of the European Union (EU) and the European Economic Area (EEA) as long as they are valid. Other licenses in the Latin alphabet are generally also recognized, provided that you have been in the EU or EEA for less than one year. If you’re visiting on a longer trip or are a permanent resident of the EU or EEA, you need to acquire a local driver’s license.
  • If your driver’s license is printed in a non-Latin alphabet (Cyrillic, Arabic, etc.), you’ll need an International Driving Permit (IDP).
  • Similarly, if your driver’s license doesn’t show your photograph, you might be required to have an IDP.
  • Even if you have an IDP, you also need to keep your original license on you as you might be required to provide both.
  • You must carry your driver’s license, not a copy, with you at all times. 
  • Most suppliers require that you have had your driver’s license for at least two years.
  • Some rental car suppliers charge a young driver fee for drivers between the ages of 22 and 25 and a senior driver fee for drivers over the age of 65.
  • There may be additional requirements depending on the car supplier and category, so make sure to check the rental conditions before booking.

Crossing borders

France has land borders with Belgium, Luxembourg, Germany, Switzerland, Italy, Monaco, Spain, and Andorra. All of these countries are either members of the Schengen Area or permit free movement with their Schengen neighbors, so there are no border restrictions in place between France and any of them. One-way rentals between France and other European destinations are quite popular. You can find car rental companies that permit international one-way rentals by entering your pick-up and drop-off locations when searching for a car.

Many popular French destinations are near the border with a neighboring country (e.g., Strasbourg and Germany and Switzerland, Lille and Belgium, Nice and Italy). Because of this and since there are no border checks, many travelers may want to visit the neighboring country with a rental car and then return to France. However, if you plan to visit a neighboring country during your trip, you should ask your rental car provider in advance if they permit it as rules for this vary from company to company.

There are a few car rental companies that permit one-way rentals between France and the United Kingdom (the trip between Paris and London takes about six hours). However, you should keep in mind that the United Kingdom is not a member of the European Union nor the Schengen Area. Citizens of the EU and many other Western countries can visit the UK visa-free, but citizens of many other nations might need a separate visa for each country/region.

Most popular types of rental car

The most popular rental car type in France is Economy, followed by Compact and Mini.

Top driving routes

  • Brittany. A proud and historic region, this Western peninsula is one of the most underrated destinations in all of France. Brittany’s Celtic heritage can be found not only in the still spoken Breton language but also in Arthurian legends and distinct culture and folklore. While very different from France’s southern coast, Brittany’s rugged and dramatic coastline is another ace up its sleeve. Last but not least, the region has some of the best seafood in all of Europe.
  • Burgundy. Made up of bucolic farmland, rolling hills, and thick forests, Burgundy is another region that’s a joy to explore with a car. Located just a couple of hours drive from Paris, it is known for picturesque towns like Auxerre and Besancon, wines of Chablis, and the Morvan Natural Park.
  • Southwest. Made up of a few quite distinct regions, the Southwest is one of the most diverse parts of the country. This shows not only in different cultures and languages but also nature which includes everything from Europe’s best surfing waves in Biarritz to the countryside around Bordeaux and the impressive peaks of the Pyrenees.
  • Provence. In Provence, you’ll drive past idyllic villages perched on cliffs and lavender fields in full bloom, as well as along roads with views of the Mediterranean. The landscape here is rocky, rugged, and breathtakingly gorgeous. From the coastline views of the Calanques to the mountainous views in the Luberon, it’ll be a beautiful drive anywhere you go.

Car rental prices

  • Convertibles - from $28 per day
  • Station wagons - from $26 per day
  • Large cars - from $24 per day
  • Medium cars - from $19 per day
  • Vans - from $41 per day
  • Premium cars - from $45 per day
  • Small cars - from $15 per day
  • SUVs - from $19 per day

Money-saving and other tips

You can do a number of things to get a good car rental deal in France:

  • Compare rates of different rental suppliers
  • Book your rental car well in advance
  • Plan your route before you go
  • Know your fuel and mileage requirements
  • Visit in the month when the rental prices are the lowest. According to our data, visiting France is the cheapest in March when renting a car is about 20% cheaper than the yearly average and about 38% cheaper than renting a car in December.
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Map of Car Rental Locations

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

The cost of renting a car in France varies by season. The table and graph below can help you find the best time of year to save on a rental car.
Average rental costs per day in France
$36.22
January
$46.96
February
$47.94
March
$45.23
April
$50.79
May
$56.14
June
$62.15
July
$55.36
August
$51.77
September
$48.99
October
$37.73
November
$51.76
December
The cheapest month of the year to rent a car in France is January — when rental costs average $36.22 per day. This is 26% cheaper than the yearly average and 42% cheaper than renting a car in July (when prices average $62.15 per day).

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 average rental length in France?

How long renters typically keep their vehicle sometimes varies depending on the time of year. Travelers tend to keep their rental cars longer in July — an average of 8 days. They tend to keep them for a shorter time in February — an average of 5 days.
Average number of rental days in France
6
January
5
February
6
March
6
April
6
May
7
June
8
July
7
August
7
September
6
October
5
November
6
December

What's the most popular month to rent a car in France?

Based on how many customers search for a car in France, the most popular month is August, while the least popular is February.
Monthly searches in France by pick-up date relative to the average
72%
January
58%
February
67%
March
75%
April
108%
May
127%
June
145%
July
155%
August
120%
September
104%
October
80%
November
89%
December

Car rental information

Car rental locations 656
Airport locations 45
Popular suppliers Goldcar, RentScape, Keddy, Alamo, Enterprise
Popular car categories Small cars, Medium cars, SUVs, Large cars
Lowest price $15 per day
Cheapest supplier LOCAMALIN

Most popular car models of rental suppliers

Rental Supplier Model Doors Luggage Type
RentScape Peugeot 208 5 1 Small cars
Goldcar Toyota Aygo 3 1 Small cars
Goldcar Peugeot 208 5 1 Small cars
RentScape Fiat 500 3 1 Small cars
Alamo Peugeot 208 4 2 Small cars
Keddy Volkswagen Golf 5 2 Medium cars
Keddy Fiat 500 3 1 Small cars
RentScape Peugeot 2008 5 2 Medium cars
Budget Renault Clio 5 2 Small cars
Ok Mobility Peugeot 108 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.

Malta
Renault Captur
9/15/24
With car hire you have a number of opportunities to get around without any restrictions such as time frames of public transport. During my travels I often bump into beautiful unplanned areas and stop over to enjoy. The only drawback I find in hiring a vehicle is in the parking, but with some planning and good GPS you can get different areas for this.
New Zealand
Peugeot 208
9/15/24
Touring Provence by car is ideal.
India
Renault Clio
9/5/24
We drove the scenic route south of France visiting beautiful scenic lakes villages and also the Mediterranean coast
Belarus
Renault Kangoo
8/9/24
Provence is truly beautiful. And this beauty is not due to the sea
Netherlands
Peugeot 3008
8/4/24
Holiday nice weather bleu sea
United Kingdom
Renault Clio
7/29/24
Music course at farm complex
United Kingdom
Volkswagen Golf
7/28/24
I fell in love with South France, with the trip being especially memorable as I proposed to my girlfriend on the trip.
United Kingdom
Fiat 500
7/28/24
Went a weddingv
Switzerland
Skoda Superb Estate
7/21/24
Photo by Andreas F. about renting a Skoda Superb Estate in France (7/21/24)
Belarus
Peugeot 208
7/18/24
Helpfully car rented we could saw a lots of beautiful places such as lavender fields,old villages and chateau Highly recommend!
United Kingdom
Renault Captur
7/16/24
Thoroughly enjoyed various beaches & cycling in the forest
Ireland
Peugeot 2008
7/15/24
Family holiday to campsite.
Mexico
BMW 1 Series
7/9/24
Europe great views
United Kingdom
Peugeot 108
7/8/24
surfing, cycling, lovely food and sun set beach celebrations
United States of America (USA)
Peugeot 108
6/25/24
Eze, Menton, Cannes, SanRamos!
Poland
Fiat 500
6/22/24
Too much to share in a reasonably short text. Provence est beau. Trés beau.
Netherlands
Peugeot 208
6/14/24
Trans Humance with merens horses in the Pyreneeën and broke my leg last day by just.....walking...;-)
Photo by Liduina B. about renting a Peugeot 208 in France (6/14/24)
Australia
Renault Clio
6/12/24
We travelled through France and The Alps through Mont Blanc tunnel to the Cinque Terra and Turin in Italy. There was plenty of mountain small bendy roads and tunnel driving. The car handled perfectly and was great to drive. Citroen C3 Aircross. Plenty of luggage space as there were only 2 of us. We came back through the Frejus tunnel to Beaune a beautiful wine town and then back to Normandie where we handed the car in at Caen. Europcar there amazing!
Photo by Nola P. about renting a Renault Clio in France (6/12/24)
United States of America (USA)
Peugeot 3008
6/12/24
visiting historical sites .
Iceland
Renault Clio
6/7/24
We enjoyed traveling the French Riviera for two great days.
Poland
Peugeot 308
5/31/24
Best trip
Sweden
Fiat 500
5/9/24
Antibes and Aix-en-Provence were the highlights of the trip.
Romania
Renault Twingo
4/24/24
Photo 1 by Reka S. about renting a Renault Twingo in France (4/24/24) Photo 2 by Reka S. about renting a Renault Twingo in France (4/24/24)
Indonesia
Volkswagen Golf
4/6/24
enjoy the great and beautiful of europe
Photo 1 by Yoram I. about renting a Volkswagen Golf in France (4/6/24) Photo 2 by Yoram I. about renting a Volkswagen Golf in France (4/6/24)
United States of America (USA)
Renault Twingo
2/6/24
We drove through provence region spending time hiking, walking and visiting the sites. Because we rented the smallest car we had no problem parking or getting around. It was also efficient with gas.
Norway
Peugeot 208
1/18/24
Just a normal car rental to our house in France.
United Kingdom
Renault Captur
1/5/24
We went skiing
United Kingdom
Opel Mokka
12/18/23
Sold house
France
Fiat 500
11/24/23
Just business
Slovakia
Opel Crossland
11/23/23
I recomendt to see aquaduct
Italy
Renault Clio
11/20/23
Travel for french wine and food with friends
United Kingdom
Opel Mokka
10/27/23
Photo by Robert M. about renting a Opel Mokka in France (10/27/23)
Australia
Volkswagen T-Cross
10/19/23
Cities, villages and mountains
Australia
Peugeot 208
10/12/23
Great way to see out of the way places
South Africa
Peugeot 308
10/11/23
We traveled in France and we had a lovely car, I were quite sad when we had to return it.
Switzerland
Volkswagen T-Cross
9/25/23
Beautiful scenery, good wine
Ireland
Peugeot 2008
9/14/23
Visiting family with friends, and introducing them to the many wonderful locations around the Aude. Restaurants, sites etc., are still quite competitive compared with other vacation locations in Europe
Australia
Volkswagen T-Cross
9/12/23
We were able to explore the area around Avignon
United Kingdom
Peugeot 208
8/31/23
Great locations and weather
United Kingdom
Peugeot 5008 5+2
8/23/23
Brittany is beautiful
Netherlands
Fiat 500
8/22/23
Nice weekend visiting Monaco, Cannes & Frejus
United Kingdom
Seat Ibiza
8/21/23
Las Croix Valmer and Cavalair have exceptional beaches and restaurants
Turkey
Volkswagen T-Cross
8/8/23
We visited to many town in Nice and Provence. We enjoyed in restaurants and walking around.
United Kingdom
Renault Clio
8/2/23
Rented a villa and took day trips out to Monaco, Cannes, St Paul de Vence and Antibes
United Kingdom
Peugeot 5008 5+2
7/29/23
Excellent villages and chateaux’s to explore.
United States of America (USA)
Fiat 500
7/28/23
Because we rented a car we were able to go into the smaller villages in France. It was a great experience
New Zealand
Toyota Corolla
7/26/23
Some wonderful town squares in Provence. Perhaps the best is in Uzes. River swimming is also very good.
Photo by Schalk Van W. about renting a Toyota Corolla in France (7/26/23)
United Kingdom
Seat Ibiza
7/9/23
Visit to Gigaro Plage in La Croix-Valmer.
Ireland
Peugeot 208
7/8/23
Family visit
Israel
Fiat 500
7/4/23
It was a relaxing vacation

Car Rental Statistics

Highest-rated company
LOCAMALIN
9.2 / 10
)
Lowest-rated company
RentScape
7 / 10
)
Total number of reviews
250
Total rental companies
24
Average daily price
$30.34
Lowest daily price
$15.00
Total cars available
30364

Top 24 suppliers in France in 2024

LOCAMALIN
LOCAMALIN
Exceptional 9.2 / 138 reviews
3 locations
$15 - $115
SIXT
SIXT
Very good 8.3 / 1,148 reviews
169 locations
$27 - $326
Alamo
Alamo
Very good 8.2 / 2,125 reviews
79 locations
$30 - $455
Enterprise
Enterprise
Very good 8.2 / 1,126 reviews
177 locations
$24 - $489
Ok Mobility
Ok Mobility
Very good 8.2 / 398 reviews
4 locations
$17 - $208
Thrifty
Thrifty
Very good 8.2 / 248 reviews
243 locations
$36 - $217
Europcar
Europcar
Very good 8.1 / 748 reviews
293 locations
$33 - $226
Budget
Budget
Very good 8.1 / 477 reviews
81 locations
$40 - $201
Keddy
Keddy
Very good 8 / 2,072 reviews
239 locations
$29 - $120
Avis
Avis
Very good 8 / 466 reviews
291 locations
$20 - $487
Dollar
Dollar
Very good 8 / 169 reviews
262 locations
$21 - $106
Sicily By Car
Sicily By Car
Good 7.9 / 231 reviews
29 locations
$25 - $120
Flizzr
Flizzr
Good 7.9 / 16 reviews
125 locations
$35 - $125
RIDE
RIDE
Good 7.8 / 7 reviews
2 locations
$33 - $47
Goldcar
Goldcar
Good 7.7 / 2,068 reviews
10 locations
$17 - $88
Key'n Go
Key'n Go
Good 7.7 / 28 reviews
10 locations
$44 - $74
Hertz
Hertz
Good 7.6 / 301 reviews
103 locations
$21 - $217
National
National
Good 7.6 / 233 reviews
79 locations
$36 - $489
Free2move
Free2move
Good 7.6 / 4 reviews
5 locations
ADA
ADA
Good 7.6
1 location
$68
Liigu
Liigu
Good 7.3 / 60 reviews
6 locations
Priceless
Priceless
Good 7.3
1 location
Firefly
Firefly
Good 7.2 / 204 reviews
11 locations
RentScape
RentScape
Good 7 / 1,066 reviews
20 locations
$22 - $141
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