Basel

Cheap Car Rentals in Basel

Basel, Switzerland
4 Apr — 11 Apr
Driver's age: 26-65
Basel, Switzerland
Thu 4/4
Noon
Thu 11/4
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 28 March 2024.

January

$83

February

$90

March

$88

April

$95

May

$101

June

$108

July

$133

August

$116

September

$93

October

$86

November

$83

December

$121

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 hire 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 28 March 2024.

Small cars

$68 - $307

All Car Types

$68 - $307

To hire a small car in Basel, Switzerland, you would pay an average price of $74/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Basel, Switzerland (~$68/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is May (~$307/day). In fact, June is about 10% 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 28% 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 hire agencies in Basel known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Basel. Reviews were last updated on 28 March 2024.
Rent a car with one of the top providers serving the Basel area such as Dollar, Europcar and Sixt. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Dollar

9.2
Wonderful
2 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

9.3

Overall

9.3

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

8.0

Europcar

8.8
Very Good
6 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

9.2

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

9.2

Value

8.0

Sixt

8.8
Very Good
10 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.8

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

8.5

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.6
Very Good
4 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.3

Overall

8.6

Pick-up/drop-off

9.3

Value

7.3

Alamo

8.2
Very Good
2 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

7.7

Hertz

7.6
Good
9 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

6.9

Thrifty

3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.6

Budget

7.2
Good
1 review1 location
Overview

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 hires in Basel, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 28 March 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 $3.39/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $152 and $220 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Basel for a week from Sixt?

    Sixt offers hire cars in Basel for about $2,153 per week on average.

  • 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?

    Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in Basel.

  • What car do most people hire in Basel?

    Volkswagen Golf, which is a Compact vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Basel according to Cheapflights users.

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