Car Hire in France
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Cheapest Car Hire Rates
Paris Pontoise Car Hire
Mini
Fiat 500
or comparable
£ 16.70
per day
City Centre Car Hire
Economy
Toyota Yaris
or comparable
£ 18.96
per day
Compiegne Downtown Car Hire
Compact Commercial Van/Truck
Renault Kangoo
or comparable
£ 21.45
per day
City Centre Car Hire
Intermediate
Peugeot 508
or comparable
£ 39.63
per day
Most Popular Car Hire Deals
Nantes Airport Car Hire
Standard SUV
Ford Kuga
or comparable
£ 43.44
/ per day
City Centre Car Hire
Full-size
Mercedes-Benz C-Class
or comparable
£ 69.29
/ per day
Toulon-Hyères Airport Car Hire
Compact Elite
Citroen DS3
or comparable
£ 89.65
/ per day
Beziers Airport Car Hire
Full-size Elite Van
Opel Vivaro
or comparable
£ 151.32
/ per day
These prices are approximate and depend on the dates of the booking, hire length and type of car. This information was last updated at 10:43 on 2023-06-03.
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Travel Information
Language
French
Currency
EUR
Drive on
Right-hand side
Dialing code
+33
Average car hire price
£ 56.31 / per day
Average car hire length
7 days
Speed limit within city centre
50 km/h
31 mph
Speed limit out of city centre
80 - 130 km/h
50 - 81 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.05%
Average gasoline price
£ 1.63 per liter
Highest gasoline price
£ 1.71 per liter
Lowest gasoline price
£ 1.45 per liter
Why hire a car in France?
France is a great country to travel around 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 hiring a car in France, don't miss our complete guide.
One-way Car Hire in France
Here are the most popular one-way car hire options for pickup in France and drop off in another country:
- From France to Italy - 366 offers from £ 312.81 per day
- From France to Spain - 260 offers from £ 80.61 per day
- From France to Germany - 285 offers from £ 56.10 per day
- From France to Switzerland - 81 offers from £ 61.00 per day
- From France to Netherlands - 48 offers from £ 143.29 per day
Top ways to enter France
- Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport: Largest in France and one of the busiest airports in Europe.
- Nice Airport: Best way to reach southern France’s Cote d’Azur.
- Bordeaux Airport: Serves not only the city of Bordeaux, but also much of the coastal Southwest France.
- Marseille Airport: Serves France’s second city in the country’s south.
- By land: If your car hire provider permits it, you can pick up a car in a neighboring country and then drive 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 vairous locations including the United Kingdom in ferry ports like the Cherbourg Ferry Port.
Top cities and places to visit
- Paris: The Eiffel Tower, Champs-Élysées, and the Notre Dame Cathedral are just some of the world-famous landmarks and sites of Paris.
- Cote d’Azur: Relaxed and picturesque, this coastal stretch along the Mediterranean is the perfect place to enjoy life.
- The Alps: France’s high mountains offer stunning landscapes and opportunities for winter sports while valley towns like Chambery are among the most picturesque you’ll find anywhere in Europe.
- Southwest France: From wine-making Bordeaux to surfing paradise in Biarritz and the foothills of Pyrenees, this part of France is just as captivating as some of the more famous destinations.
- Brittany: Home to a proud local culture and beautiful Atlantic beaches, Brittany is one of the calmest and coziest places in all of the land.
- Dijon: The capital of Burgundy is about 340 km south east of Paris. Dijon is a good place to visit for a day or two with its relaxing historic center. Visitors should also be sure to try the Burgundy wine.
Most popular hire car
The most hired car in France is the Renault Twingo, but travelers also love the Volkswagen Polo and the Ford Fiesta.
Most popular types of hire car
The most hired car type in France is an economy, followed by compact and mini.
Top driving routes
- Paris - Brussels (325 km / 202 mi) Brussels, the capital of the European Union (EU), can be reached in less than four hours, and other Belgian cities like Antwerp and Ghent are just a little bit further. Note that you’ll have to cross a national border, so check with your car hire company in advance to make sure they permit it.
- Nice - Milan (317 km / 197 mi) The Italian metropolis is at the foothills of the Alps, but you can reach it from the Mediterranean Coast in only four hours. It’s also possible to visit Monaco on the way. Note that to visit Milan from Nice (or vice versa) you’ll have to cross a national border, so check with your car hire provider first to make sure they permit it.
- Marseille - Barcelona (507 km / 315 mi) Second cities of France and Spain are just five hours apart, though you may want to explore the nature reserves and the Costa Brava beaches on the way. Note that you’ll have to cross a national border, so check with your car hire provider first to make sure they permit it.
Car Hire Prices
- Convertibles - starting at £ 77 per day
- Station wagons - starting at £ 29 per day
- Large cars - starting at £ 27 per day
- Medium cars - starting at £ 19 per day
- People Carriers - starting at £ 46 per day
- Premium cars - starting at £ 41 per day
- Small cars - starting at £ 17 per day
- SUVs - starting at £ 32 per day
How can I save money on my hire car?
You can do a number of things to get a good car hire deal in France:
- Compare rates of different car hire companies
- Book your car well in advance
- Plan your route before you go
- Know your fuel and mileage requirements
- Visit on the month when the car hire prices are the cheapest. According to our data, visiting France is the cheapest in March when hiring a car is about 20% cheaper than the yearly average and about 38% cheaper than hiring a car in December.
Top 20 Most Popular Cities in France
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Car Hire in Paris starting at £ 16.70 per day
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Car Hire in Nice starting at £ 45.58 per day
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Car Hire in Lyon starting at £ 34.94 per day
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Car Hire in Marseille starting at £ 32.60 per day
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Car Hire in Bordeaux starting at £ 50.62 per day
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Car Hire in Toulouse starting at £ 31.37 per day
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Car Hire in Nantes starting at £ 33.17 per day
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Car Hire in Mulhouse starting at £ 29.92 per day
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Car Hire in Carcassonne starting at £ 68.71 per day
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Car Hire in Montpellier starting at £ 47.80 per day
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Car Hire in Béziers starting at £ 29.30 per day
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Car Hire in Strasbourg starting at £ 39.14 per day
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Car Hire in Avignon starting at £ 47.80 per day
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Car Hire in Bergerac starting at £ 47.80 per day
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Car Hire in Biarritz starting at £ 26.83 per day
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Car Hire in Grenoble starting at £ 27.30 per day
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Car Hire in Limoges starting at £ 34.59 per day
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Car Hire in Perpignan starting at £ 31.37 per day
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Car Hire in Toulon starting at £ 30.80 per day
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Car Hire in La Rochelle starting at £ 37.33 per day
Top 20 Most Popular Destinations in France
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Car Hire at Nice Railway Station starting at £ 45.58 per day
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Car Hire at Lyon St Exupéry Airport starting at £ 34.94 per day
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Car Hire at Marseille Port starting at £ 47.13 per day
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Car Hire at Paris Orly Airport South starting at £ 56.25 per day
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Car Hire at Bordeaux Railway Station starting at £ 50.62 per day
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Car Hire at Tours Airport starting at £ 55.13 per day
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Car Hire at Paris Orly Airport starting at £ 53.57 per day
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Car Hire at Mulhouse Railway Station starting at £ 29.92 per day
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Car Hire at Nantes Railway Station starting at £ 36.76 per day
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Car Hire at Castres-Mazamet Airport starting at £ 68.71 per day
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Car Hire at Béziers Railway Station starting at £ 38.36 per day
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Car Hire at Corsica Bastia - Poretta Airport (BIA) starting at £ 60.97 per day
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Car Hire at Bergerac Railway Station starting at £ 64.16 per day
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Car Hire at Biarritz Railway Station starting at £ 26.83 per day
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Car Hire at Perpignan Railway Station starting at £ 38.19 per day
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Car Hire at Limoges-Bénédictins Railway Station starting at £ 92.38 per day
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Car Hire in Paris Porte Maillot starting at £ 44.01 per day
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Car Hire at La Rochelle Railway Station starting at £ 41.87 per day
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Car Hire at Dole Airport starting at £ 32.42 per day
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Car Hire in Paris Disneyland starting at £ 62.62 per day
Map of Car Hire Destinations
During which month is it most affordable to hire a car in France?
Our data shows how prices for hiring a car in France fluctuate depending on the time of year. This graph can help you find the best bargain.
Average Price for Hiring a Car in France
The cheapest month to hire a car in France is January with prices starting at £ 33.35 for an Economy class cars. The most expensive month in which to hire a car is July with prices for for a Compact class) starting at £ 75.30. The average cost over the course of the entire year is £ 48. You can use this to plan your trip at the time of year when it would be most economical to hire a car. Note that these prices are only averages. The amount of time you hire a car for and the time at which you book will influence the prices.
How many days do people keep their hire cars, on average, in France?
Hirers picking up a car in France keep them for an average of 9 days during in July, while those picking up their cars in January keep them for an average of 6.
Average Hire Length in France
What time of year is most favoured for hiring a car in France?
Though France is popular for travellers all year long, the month for which the highest number of people search for a hire car is in May. in November is the month that sees the lowest demand for hire cars.
Monthly searches in France by pick-up date relative to the average
Car Hire Information
| Car hire locations | 466 |
| Airport locations | 45 |
| Popular suppliers | Keddy, Goldcar, Alamo, RentScape, Enterprise |
| Popular car categories | Small cars, Medium cars, Large cars, SUVs |
| Lowest price | £ 17 per day |
| Cheapest supplier | Keddy |
Most Popular Car Hire Models
| Hire Agency | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Goldcar | Peugeot 108 | 3 | 1 | Small cars |
| Goldcar | Peugeot 208 | 5 | 2 | Small cars |
| Keddy | Fiat 500 | 3 | 1 | Small cars |
| RentScape | Peugeot 208 | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
| Keddy | Fiat 500X | 4 | 2 | Medium cars |
| Keddy | Toyota Yaris | 4 | 1 | Small cars |
| RentScape | Fiat 500 | 3 | 1 | Small cars |
| Alamo | Renault Twingo | 3 | 1 | Small cars |
| Alamo | Peugeot 308 | 4 | 2 | Medium cars |
| Goldcar | Fiat 500 | 3 | 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 an 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, verified, and trustworthy.
PB
United Kingdom
Peugeot 308
4 June 2023
Relaxin time with family
NM
United Kingdom
Renault Twingo
3 May 2023
Bordeaux was an absolutely beautiful city, gorgeous parks and driving out to cognac to vine yards was lovely.
AP
United Kingdom
Fiat 500
31 March 2023
Went to the Alpes on the rented car and had a fun time:)
MP
United Kingdom
Opel Mokka X
21 January 2023
I was on a skiing trip - the skiing was excellent, but the worry about the safety of the car on summer tyres when it was snowing and the roads were ice had an impact on overall enjoyment.
RV
United Kingdom
Renault Twingo
9 December 2022
It’s the south of France!
RD
United Kingdom
Peugeot 208
16 September 2022
Bordeaux, chateaux, Medoc Marathon, lake and beach all very enjoyable. Beware of restaurant wine list pricing - 3,500 euro bottle tucked in amongst wines one tenth of that price.
CH
United Kingdom
Peugeot 308
2 September 2022
4th time on campsite, love it, boat trip to collioure was fantastic
SJ
United Kingdom
Ford Focus
30 August 2022
St jean demont was our destination. Beautiful. Visit po du fou, fantastic, local Sunday horseracing and the whole area!!!!
EP
United Kingdom
Peugeot 208
28 July 2022
Went to Erquy and Dinan… loved the short break and the people
PC
United Kingdom
Toyota Yaris
19 June 2022
Lovely area and lots to do especially the visit to Fresseline for the Monet exhibition. Dun le Pallestel was lovely too.
RN
United Kingdom
Peugeot 108
10 November 2021
Nothing more to add - many thanks
CM
United Kingdom
Opel Mokka X
28 September 2021
Visited various towns and villages across Dordogne, beautiful countryside
IT
United Kingdom
Peugeot 208
20 September 2021
Town of bagneres de luchon , ideal all year resort
Car Hire Statistics
Highest rated company
SIXT
9 / 10
Lowest rated company
Interrent
7.3 / 10
Total number of reviews
232
Total rental companies
18
Average daily price
£ 56.31
Lowest daily price
£ 10.92
Total cars available
9879
Top 18 Hire Companies in France in 2023
SIXT
154 locations
£ 37 - £ 376
Sicily By Car
9 locations
Enterprise
162 locations
£ 21 - £ 265
Europcar
298 locations
£ 18 - £ 235
Keddy
199 locations
£ 17 - £ 127
KeynGo
4 locations
£ 64 - £ 1018
Avis
123 locations
£ 29 - £ 200
Alamo
77 locations
£ 30 - £ 257
Thrifty
73 locations
£ 42 - £ 153
Hertz
86 locations
£ 27 - £ 107
National
77 locations
£ 34 - £ 257
Dollar
74 locations
£ 50 - £ 117
Budget
60 locations
£ 32 - £ 287
Ok Mobility
2 locations
£ 46 - £ 71
Goldcar
7 locations
£ 47 - £ 1037
Firefly
11 locations
RentScape
19 locations
£ 30 - £ 182
Interrent
8 locations
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