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Cheap Car Rentals in Scotland from $35
This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Scotland with a pick-up date of 8/10 and drop-off date of 27/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Scotland car rentals in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Scotland. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 26 August 2025.
Most popular company | GREEN MOTION |
|---|---|
Most common car type | Economy |
Average price per day | $76 |
Cheapest price per day | $35 |
Popular car types in Scotland
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Scotland and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 26 August 2025.
At $35/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Scotland in the past week. Out of 83 car hire agencies operating in Scotland, there are, in total, 3,935 hire locations. View below for 5 offered car types:
Economy
$39+
Compact
$42+
People mover
$79+
Full-size SUV
$150+
Mini
$35+
Premium
$89+
Luxury
$104+
Compact SUV
$49+
Intermediate SUV
$55+
Luxury SUV
$149+
Compare car rental deals in Scotland by type
Here are the best Scotland small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Scotland large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Scotland SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Scotland van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Scotland luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Fiat 500$35/day
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Holden Spark$38/day
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Toyota Yaris$39/day
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Best car rental deals found in Scotland
Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Scotland. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Scotland with an average daily rate of $82. Data was last updated on 26 August 2025.
Fiat 500$35/day
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Holden Spark$38/day
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Toyota Yaris$39/day
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Cheapflights insights for Scotland car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Scotland, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Scotland?
Book your rental car in Scotland 7 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car rental prices are around $73/day on average when booked 7 days ahead, which saves you 40% off the average price.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Scotland?
In Scotland, the most affordable car hire company right now is DRIVALIA , offering prices from just $34.65/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Europcar, with rates starting at $34.72/day.
What is the best car rental company in Scotland?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Scotland is Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 8.3/10 with 36 reviews). Europcar (rated 6.6/10 with 51 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
8.3
Europcar
6.6
Easirent
5.9
National
9.7
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Scotland?
At Scotland, the best time to rent a car is at February, with an average daily rate of just $68. Conversely, April is the priciest month, averaging $104 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Scotland, the best time to rent a car is in February, with an average daily rate of just $68. Conversely, April is the priciest month, averaging $104 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.
January
$69
February
$68
March
$80
April
$104
May
$104
June
$96
July
$102
August
$101
September
$87
October
$88
November
$74
December
$92
What car do most people hire in Scotland?
Economy cars (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Scotland. Intermediate cars (Kia Sportage or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Passenger van cars (Peugeot 5008 or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Scotland?
Sunnycars has 35 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. keddy by Europcar has the second-highest number of locations in Scotland at 31.
Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across Scotland, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 129 pickup locations in Scotland to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 26 August 2025.
Top rental agencies in Scotland
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Scotland known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Scotland. Reviews were last updated on 26 August 2025.
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
36 reviews•28 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
8.7
Overall
8.3
Pick-up/drop-off
8.1
Value
8.0
Europcar
51 reviews•29 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7.7
Comfort
7.8
Overall
6.6
Pick-up/drop-off
6.8
Value
6.3
Easirent
36 reviews•9 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
6.9
Comfort
7.0
Overall
5.9
Pick-up/drop-off
5.9
Value
6.1
National
4 reviews•8 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.7
Overall
9.7
Pick-up/drop-off
9.5
Value
9.5
Arnold Clark
7 reviews•22 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.6
Overall
9.6
Pick-up/drop-off
8.8
Value
9.2
Avis
11 reviews•13 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.2
Overall
9.0
Pick-up/drop-off
9.5
Value
8.4
Budget
14 reviews•10 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.3
Overall
7.3
Pick-up/drop-off
7.8
Value
7.3
Sixt
29 reviews•10 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.3
Overall
6.9
Pick-up/drop-off
7.1
Value
6.5
Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Scotland, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 26 August 2025.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Scotland?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $75/day when booking a car hire in Scotland. The absolute best deal a user found was for $47/day from GREEN MOTION , booked on Aug. 24.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Scotland for a week from GREEN MOTION ?
GREEN MOTION offers hire cars in Scotland for about $467 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Scotland?
Typically, how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Scotland however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Scotland for a month?
Our recent data shows that GREEN MOTION can potentially be 47% below the average car hire price in Scotland. Check prices and availability for GREEN MOTION and save on this extended car hire. The cost of hiring a vehicle in Scotland is on average $2,001 a month or $67 a day. Search on Cheapflights for the most updated pricing and availability for your Scotland car hire.
Car rentals by fuel type in Scotland
Browse car rentals by fuel type in Scotland. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Scotland. Deals were last updated on 26 August 2025.
Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Scotland. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest ($24+).
Electric
$29+
Hybrid
$36+
Petrol/Diesel
$24+