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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 21 December 2024.

January

RM 225

February

RM 247

March

RM 247

April

RM 220

May

RM 247

June

RM 288

July

RM 337

August

RM 297

September

RM 256

October

RM 234

November

RM 243

December

RM 337

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Basel is April. 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 21 December 2024.

Small cars

RM 188 - RM 1,303

All Car Types

RM 188 - RM 1,015

To rent a small car in Basel, Switzerland, you would pay an average price of RM 330/day. September is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Basel, Switzerland (~RM 188/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~RM 1,303/day). In fact, September is about 44% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Basel. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Basel, renting a small car saves you 23% 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.

To rent a medium car in Basel, Switzerland, you would pay an average price of RM 304/day. April is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Basel, Switzerland (~RM 288/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~RM 1,085/day). In fact, April is about 6% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Basel. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Basel, renting a medium car saves you 29% 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.

To rent a van in Basel, Switzerland, you would pay an average price of RM 358/day. April is the cheapest month to rent a van in Basel, Switzerland (~RM 341/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~RM 1,085/day). In fact, April is about 5% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van rental for Basel. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Basel, renting a van saves you 17% 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 21 December 2024.
Book your reservation with one of the top rental car agencies located in Basel, including Dollar, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Europcar. Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Basel, including Dollar, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Europcar.

Dollar

3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

6.0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

9.0
Wonderful
1 review4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.5

Comfort

9.5

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.5

Value

8.0

Europcar

8.8
Very Good
2 reviews5 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

9.2

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

9.2

Value

8.0

Alamo

8.7
Very Good
2 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

7.9

Sixt

8.4
Very Good
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

8.0

Thrifty

3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

7.6

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

7.2

Hertz

6.8
Okay
9 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.9

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.8

Pick-up/drop-off

7.0

Value

6.2

National

2 locations

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Basel, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 21 December 2024.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Basel?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (10.0 rating), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (9.0 rating) and Europcar (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 RM 9.15/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between RM 412 and RM 595 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Basel for a week from Enterprise Rent-A-Car?

    Enterprise Rent-A-Car is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Basel. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about RM 2,813 per week.

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

    Booking early almost always ensures you have more options of car models to choose from, as well as prices reduced by up to 34% to make it a great deal in Basel. Try to book at least 7 days prior to when you need the car hire to close on a rate below the average.

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

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Basel for a month is certainly possible.

  • What car do most people hire in Basel?

    The most popular car to hire while in Basel is the Peugeot 2008, which is a Compact vehicle.

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