Basel

Cheap Car Rentals in Basel

Basel, Switzerland
2 May — 9 May
Driver's age: 26-65
Basel, Switzerland
Thu 2-5
Noon
Thu 9-5
Noon

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Basel?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Basel and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 25 April 2024.

January

HK$391

February

HK$422

March

HK$430

April

HK$391

May

HK$461

June

HK$501

July

HK$626

August

HK$540

September

HK$438

October

HK$407

November

HK$391

December

HK$571

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Basel is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Compare available car types for rental in Basel

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Basel to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 25 April 2024.

Small cars

HK$291 - HK$1,152

All Car Types

HK$291 - HK$2,345

To hire a small car in Basel, Switzerland, you would pay an average price of HK$503/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Basel, Switzerland (~HK$291/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~HK$1,152/day). In fact, February is about 43% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Basel. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Basel, hiring a small car saves you 19% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

Top rental agencies in Basel

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Basel known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Basel. Reviews were last updated on 25 April 2024.
Book your reservation with one of the top rental car agencies located in Basel, including Dollar, Europcar and Enterprise Rent-A-Car. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Dollar

9.2
Wonderful
2 reviews•3 locations
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Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

9.3

Overall

9.3

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

8.0

Europcar

8.8
Very Good
6 reviews•5 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

9.2

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

9.2

Value

8.0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.6
Very Good
4 reviews•3 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.3

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

7.3

Sixt

8.4
Very Good
10 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

8.0

Alamo

8.2
Very Good
2 reviews•2 locations
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Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

7.7

Hertz

7.6
Good
9 reviews•4 locations
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Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

6.9

Thrifty

3 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.6

Budget

7.2
Good
1 review•1 location
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Cleanliness

7.3

Comfort

9.3

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

6.6

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Basel, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 25 April 2024.

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Basel?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Thrifty (10.0 rating), Alamo (10.0 rating) and Dollar (8.8 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Basel.

  • What are petrol prices like in Basel?

    The average price of petrol in Basel is HK$16.05/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between HK$722 and HK$1,043 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Basel for the best price?

    Our data suggests that booking early can save you up to 39% on a hire car in Basel. Take advantage of below-average prices by booking at least 7 days prior to your desired date.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Basel?

    Typically, how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Basel however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

  • What car do most people hire in Basel?

    Toyota Aygo, which is a Mini vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Basel according to Cheapflights users.

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