Car rental in Basque Country

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Basque Country car rental at a glance

Most popular rental companyGoldcar
Most popular carPremium, 4 door
Cities to choose from11, Bilbao is most popular
Cheapest price found€ 12 per day, Bilbao
Cheapest monthMay
Best time to book1 week before
To give you an idea of how much renting a car in Basque Country could cost, we've pulled prices from Bilbao.

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Find the cheapest time to rent a car in Basque Country

The cheapest month to rent a car in Basque Country is May, when the average cost per day is € 13. If that doesn’t work for you, the second cheapest month is August, when the average cost per day is € 39. Keep in mind when you’re looking to book, that the most expensive month to rent a car in Basque Country is July.
To give you an idea of how much renting a car in Basque Country could cost, we've pulled prices from Bilbao.

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All you need to know about Basque Country

Side of the roadRight
CurrencyEuros
LanguageSpanish
Highway speed limit120kmph
Built-up area speed limit50kmph
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 Basque Country: FAQs

You will need insurance to rent a car in Basque Country, 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 Basque Country, 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 types of documents you’ll need to rent a car in Basque Country 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 Basque Country, you can easily get in touch with your chosen provider to find out.
It’s easy to rent a car in Basque Country. First, you need to decide where in Basque Country 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 Basque Country. It all depends on which car rental company you choose.
It depends where in Basque Country you want to visit. The most popular place to go is Bilbao. On average, it costs 49 € per day to rent a car there. The lowest price we could find is 12 € per day.

Getting the cheapest car rental in Basque Country

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 Basque Country is Premium, 4 door .

Compare across companies

The most popular car rental companies in Basque Country are Goldcar, OK Mobility, and Rentbycar. The cheapest company we've found is Drivalia. 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 € 12 a day and € 11 a week.

Be flexible

Not sure where in Basque Country 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 Basque Country. We've found that the most popular place to pick up a car in Basque Country is Bilbao. The cheapest place to pick up your rental car is Bilbao.

Rent a car long-term in Basque Country

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 Basque Country with "unlimited mileage" or a "full-to-full" fuel policy. This can save you cash on topping up the tank.