Car Hire in France

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Volkswagen Polo


Renault Kangoo


Renault Trafic Cargo


Renault Captur


Opel Corsa


Fiat 500


Nissan Townstar


Kia Picanto


Fiat 500


Renault Clio


Peugeot 208


Ford Focus


Toyota Aygo


Peugeot 108


Fiat Ducato


Toyota Yaris


Fiat 500


Kia Ceed


Fiat 500


Hyundai i30


Fiat 500


Peugeot 308


Toyota Yaris Cross


SEAT Ibiza


Renault Clio


Fiat 500


Dacia Sandero


Toyota Yaris


Citroen C3


Renault Clio


Peugeot 208


Peugeot Expert


MG ZS


Toyota Aygo


Fiat Panda


Toyota Yaris


Volkswagen Golf


Renault 5


MG 3


SEAT Arona


Renault Clio


Renault Clio


Ford Puma


Volkswagen Polo


Renault Twingo


SEAT Leon


Kia Sportage


Peugeot 2008


Peugeot 208


Peugeot 2008


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- Cheapest Car Hire Rates
- Why book with us?
- Travel information
- Why hire a car in France?
- One-way Car Hire in France
- Top ways to enter France
- Top cities and places to visit
- Most popular hire car
- Most popular types of hire car
- Top driving routes
- Car hire prices in France
- How can I save money on my hire car?
- The 29 most popular cities in France
- Top 24 Most Popular Locations in France
- Map of top car rental locations
- When to book in France and for how long?
- Car hire information
- Most popular car models of suppliers
- Frequently Asked Questions (updated: 27 Jul 2026)
- Here's what travellers say about hiring a car in France
- Car Hire Statistics
- Top 27 suppliers in France in 2026
- Award-winning service
Travel information
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 - Mainland - 2,953 offers from US$236.82 per day
- From France to Spain - 1,476 offers from US$107.33 per day
- From France to Germany - 502 offers from US$96.78 per day
- From France to Switzerland - 246 offers from US$73.22 per day
- From France to Netherlands - 337 offers from US$92.64 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 in France
- SUVs - starting at US$20 per day
- Station wagons - starting at US$26 per day
- Small cars - starting at US$20 per day
- Large cars - starting at US$16 per day
- Medium cars - starting at US$14 per day
- People Carriers - starting at US$26 per day
- Premium cars - starting at US$19 per day
- Convertibles - starting at US$58 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.
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The 29 most popular cities in France
Top 24 Most Popular Locations in France
Map of top car rental locations
When to book in France and for how long?
In which month is car hire in France the most affordable?
Prices for hiring a car in France fluctuate depending on the time of year. This table and graph can help you find the best bargain.
Saver's insights
| Cheapest monthJanuary | Most expensive month July | ||
| Average price US$61 | A good deal US$23 | Cheapest supplier Enterprise | Cheapest car type Medium cars |
US$42
in January
US$50
in February
US$47
in March
US$53
in April
US$54
in May
US$54
in June
US$65
in July
US$57
in August
US$51
in September
US$49
in October
US$42
in November
US$58
in December
The best month to hire a car in France is January — when the average price for a hire is US$41.91 per day. This is 31% less than the yearly average and 36% less than hiring a car in July (when the average price is US$65.16 per day).
This information can help you determine the low season. But note that these prices are only averages. The cost of your hire is determined by the type of car you select, the length of time you hire it for and how much in advance you book. Simply type in your dates in the form at the top of the page in order to find out the exact prices.
Which month is most favoured for hiring a car in France?
Given the number of customers searching for a car in France, June is the most popular, while January is the month that sees the lowest demand.
0.6 times in January
0.6 times in February
0.8 times in March
Same as average in April
1.4 times in May
1.5 times in June
1.3 times in July
1.4 times in August
1.1 times in September
0.8 times in October
0.6 times in November
0.9 times in December
How many days do people keep their hire cars, on average, 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 April — an average of 6 days.
7 days in January
7 days in February
7 days in March
6 days in April
6 days in May
7 days in June
8 days in July
8 days in August
7 days in September
6 days in October
6 days in November
7 days in December
Car hire information
| 📍 Car hire locations | 812 |
| ✈️ Airport locations | 45 |
| 🔥 Popular suppliers | Alamo, Goldcar, Europcar, Keddy, Enterprise |
| 🚗 Popular car types | Small cars, medium cars, SUVs, people Carriers |
| 🤑 Lowest price | US$14 per day |
| 👛 Cheapest supplier | Enterprise |
Most popular car models of suppliers
| Hire Agency | Model | Doors | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alamo | Peugeot 208 | 4 | Small car |
| Goldcar | Peugeot 208 | 5 | Small car |
| RentScape | Renault Clio | 5 | Small car |
| Keddy | Renault Clio | 5 | Small car |
| Ok Mobility | Peugeot 108 | 5 | Small car |
| Goldcar | Toyota Aygo | 3 | Small car |
| Ok Mobility | SEAT Ibiza | 5 | Small car |
| Europcar | Renault Clio | 4 | Small car |
| Enterprise | Peugeot 208 | 4 | Small car |
| Alamo | Peugeot 3008 | 4 | SUV |
Frequently Asked Questions (updated: 27 Jul 2026)
Here's what travellers say about hiring a car in France

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