Car Rental in Edinburgh (Downtown)

Cheapest car rental rates
Toyota Aygo
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Volkswagen Caddy Furgon
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Ford Ford Transit Custom Cargo
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Opel Mokka
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Fiat 500
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Volkswagen Up
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Hyundai i20
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Kia Ceed
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Volkswagen Polo
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Renault Captur
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Peugeot 2008
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Kia Optima
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Vauxhall Corsa
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Nissan Juke
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Vauxhall Crossland
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Nissan Juke
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Volkswagen Golf
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Skoda Fabia
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Fiat 500
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Kia Sportage
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Skoda Fabia
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


VW Taigo
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Ford Focus
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Volkswagen T-Cross
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Cupra Leon
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Peugeot Boxer
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Peugeot 408
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


MG 3
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


MG 3
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Kia Sportage
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Vauxhall Corsa
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Nissan Qashqai
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Citroën C3 Aircross
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


MG 5 STW
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Audi Q2
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


VW ID.4
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


MG HS
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Ford Kuga
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


MG HS
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


BMW 1 Series
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Jeep Compass
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


VW T-Roc
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Mercedes-Benz A-Class
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Nissan Qashqai
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Toyota Hilux 4door
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


BMW 1 Series
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Volkswagen Arteon
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Volkswagen Tiguan
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


BMW 2 Series Active Tourer
If the exact model isn’t available, you’ll get a car in the same category that’s the same size and has the same number of doors, transmission type, and features. This is standard for most car rental suppliers.


Why book with us?




- Cheapest car rental rates
- Why book with us?
- Travel information
- Top 20 locations near Edinburgh (Downtown)
- Map of top car rental locations
- When to book in Edinburgh (Downtown) and for how long?
- Car rental information
- Most popular car models of rental suppliers
- Here's what travelers say about renting a car in Edinburgh (Downtown)
- Car rental statistics
- Top 12 suppliers in Edinburgh (Downtown) in 2026
- Award-winning service
Travel information
Top 20 locations near Edinburgh (Downtown)
- Edinburgh Waverley Train Stationfrom €18.86 per day0.8 km / 0.5 miles away
- Edinburgh Leithfrom €33.88 per day2.2 km / 1.37 miles away
- Edinburgh Haymarketfrom €18.86 per day2.3 km / 1.43 miles away
- Edinburgh Willowbraefrom €39.11 per day3.6 km / 2.24 miles away
- Edinburgh Grantonfrom €40.04 per day3.6 km / 2.24 miles away
- Edinburgh Balgreenfrom €54.80 per day4.7 km / 2.92 miles away
- Edinburgh Sighthillfrom €41.07 per day7.8 km / 4.85 miles away
- Edinburgh Airportfrom €15.66 per day11.5 km / 7.15 miles away
- Kirkcaldy (Downtown)from €27.33 per day16.9 km / 10.5 miles away
- Dunfermline (Downtown)from €44.16 per day20.8 km / 12.92 miles away
- Armadale Downtownfrom €27.36 per day32.7 km / 20.32 miles away
- Cupar (Downtown)from €28.25 per day41.4 km / 25.72 miles away
- Stirling (Downtown)from €36.72 per day48.6 km / 30.2 miles away
- Cumbernauld (Downtown)from €25.72 per day50 km / 31.07 miles away
- Perth (Downtown)from €38.57 per day50.9 km / 31.63 miles away
- Motherwell (Downtown)from €24.89 per day50.9 km / 31.63 miles away
- Dundee Airport55.6 km / 34.55 miles away
- Dundee (Downtown)from €27.54 per day57.6 km / 35.79 miles away
- Hamilton (Downtown)from €39.01 per day58.7 km / 36.47 miles away
- Dundee Westfrom €40.70 per day58.9 km / 36.6 miles away
Map of top car rental locations
When to book in Edinburgh (Downtown) and for how long?
When are car rental prices the lowest in Edinburgh (Downtown)?
The cost of renting a car in Edinburgh (Downtown) varies by season. The table and graph below can help you find the best time of year to save on a rental car.
Saver's insights
| Cheapest monthJanuary | Most expensive month June | ||
| Average price €31 | A good deal €26 | Cheapest supplier Drivalia | Cheapest car type Small cars |
€24
in January
€29
in February
€41
in March
€65
in April
€64
in May
€68
in June
€65
in July
€62
in August
€41
in September
€35
in October
€31
in November
€58
in December
The cheapest month of the year to rent a car in Edinburgh (Downtown) is January — when rental costs average €24.37 per day. This is 21% cheaper than the yearly average and 64% cheaper than renting a car in June (when prices average €67.56 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 is the most popular time of year to rent a car in Edinburgh (Downtown)?
Based on how many users search for a car in in Edinburgh (Downtown), travelers are most likely to rent a car in August, while they are least likely to rent in in April.
0.8 times in January
0.8 times in February
0.8 times in March
0.6 times in April
0.8 times in May
0.9 times in June
1.3 times in July
1.7 times in August
1.3 times in September
1.2 times in October
0.9 times in November
0.8 times in December
For how long do renters keep their vehicles in Edinburgh (Downtown)?
How long travelers keep their rental cars varies by the time of year: in December the average rental period is 7 days, while in March, the average rental period is only 4 days.
6 days in January
5 days in February
4 days in March
5 days in April
5 days in May
6 days in June
6 days in July
6 days in August
6 days in September
6 days in October
5 days in November
7 days in December
Car rental information
| 🔥 Popular suppliers | Arnold Clark, Drivalia, Budget, Enterprise, Europcar |
| 🚗 Popular car types | Small cars, medium cars, SUVs, vans |
| 🤑 Lowest price | €17 per day |
| 👛 Cheapest supplier | Drivalia |
Most popular car models of rental suppliers
| Rental Supplier | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arnold Clark | Ford Fiesta | 5 | 2 | Small car |
| Arnold Clark | Kia Ceed | 5 | 2 | Medium car |
| Arnold Clark | Renault Kadjar | 5 | 3 | SUV |
| Drivalia | Volkswagen Polo | 5 | 1 | Small car |
| Drivalia | Peugeot 2008 | 5 | 2 | SUV |
| Drivalia | Fiat 500 | 3 | 1 | Small car |
| Europcar | Skoda Fabia | 5 | 1 | Small car |
| Arnold Clark | Peugeot 3008 | 5 | 4 | SUV |
| Drivalia | Volkswagen Up | 2 | 1 | Small car |
| Budget | Citroen C3 | 4 | 2 | Small car |
Here's what travelers say about renting a car in Edinburgh (Downtown)
Car rental statistics
Top 12 suppliers in Edinburgh (Downtown) in 2026










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