Car rental in Scotland

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Scotland car rental at a glance

Most popular rental companyGreen Motion
Most popular carSmall
Cities to choose from38, Edinburgh is most popular
Cheapest price found฿1,387 per day, Stirling
Cheapest monthMay
Best time to book1 week before
To give you an idea of how much renting a car in Scotland could cost, we've pulled prices from Stirling.

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Find the cheapest time to rent a car in Scotland

The cheapest month to rent a car in Scotland is May, when the average cost per day is ฿1,124. If that doesn’t work for you, the second cheapest month is April, when the average cost per day is ฿1,204. Keep in mind when you’re looking to book, that the most expensive month to rent a car in Scotland is February.
To give you an idea of how much renting a car in Scotland could cost, we've pulled prices from Stirling.

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All you need to know about Scotland

Side of the roadLeft
CurrencyPound sterling
LanguageEnglish
Speed limitMotorway70mph
Speed limitBuilt-up area30mph
Age to rent a car21
The information here is based on our understanding as of January 2024. For the most current and accurate information, it’s recommended to check official government sources.

Car rental in Scotland: FAQs

You will need insurance to rent a car in Scotland, but you won't necessarily need "extra" insurance. Different car rental companies offer different insurance policies, so make sure you look at the details when you pick a deal.
To rent a car with most companies in Scotland, you need to be at least 21 years old. Some companies may have extra fees to pay if you are under 25 years old, so make sure you check before you book.
The best-rated car rental company by our travelers in Scotland is Europcar. You can rent a car with them for ฿0 on average per day.

If you want to learn more about Europcar, you can dig deeper here.
The types of documents you’ll need to rent a car in Scotland depend on the car rental company you go with. But in general, you will need a valid driver's license, ID, and passport. Once you’ve booked a car rental in Scotland, you can easily get in touch with your chosen provider to find out.
It’s easy to rent a car in Scotland. First, you need to decide where in Scotland you want to pick up your car from.

Once you’ve decided where you want to go, simply enter your dates and search for the best deal for you. Once you’ve found your deal, you’ll be redirected to the provider to book with no extra fees.
You can rent a car for as long as you like, depending on availability. If you know what dates you’re needing wheels for, start searching with Skyscanner today.
You may need a credit card to rent a car in Scotland. It all depends on which car rental company you choose.
It depends where in Scotland you want to visit. The most popular place to go is Edinburgh. On average, it costs ฿5,879 per day to rent a car there. The lowest price we could find is ฿2,195 per day.

Getting the cheapest car rental in Scotland

Here are some tips to help you score the best prices and hit the road for less.

Pick the right ride

Make sure you pick the right type of car for your trip. You can easily filter by "seats" and "transmission," and even choose only to see "electric" or "hybrid" vehicles. You can also filter by "car type," so whether you're looking for a luxury car or a more modest mini, you'll find what you need fast. The most popular car type in Scotland is Small.

Compare across companies

The most popular car rental companies in Scotland are Green Motion, Drivalia, and Alamo. The cheapest company we've found is EuroHireDrive. To find a great price, you can easily compare across different trusted car rental companies using Skyscanner.

Get your timing right

It can really pay to play around with your timings and compare dates for your car rentals to get a great price. The best time to book a bargain is one week before. The cheapest prices we've found are ฿1,387 a day and ฿1,158 a week.

Be flexible

Not sure where in Scotland you're going to visit? There are lots of places to pick up your rental car. Being flexible on your pickup location can help you get a great price, all while seeing more of Scotland. We've found that the most popular place to pick up a car in Scotland is Edinburgh. The cheapest place to pick up your rental car is Stirling.

Rent a car long-term in Scotland

Looking to rent a car for more than a few weeks? It could be cheaper to rent for a full month. This can cut the admin costs for car rental companies and give you some extra time to explore too. Try it today and search for 30 days' worth of car rentals.

Save on fuel

You can make your money go further by finding a car rental deal in Scotland with "unlimited mileage" or a "full-to-full" fuel policy. This can save you cash on topping up the tank.