Dundee car hires from £25/day

If you plan on driving in and around the city, a compact economy vehicle will suit the narrow streets and city traffic while being lighter on fuel. For adventures further afield with the family in tow, a sturdy 4x4 could be better for comfort and safety, especially in wet weather and snow. On business trips, opt for a sleek saloon.

Certain areas in Dundee, such as The Glens and Douglas, are strict 20mph zones, so watch out for signs when you’re driving in the centre to avoid an unwelcome fine. You’ll more than likely head down Kingsway at some point during your visit, which has a 40mph limit and speed cameras to watch out for. The national limit on motorways and dual carriageways is 70mph, although you’ll have to keep an eye out for average speed checks, which are common throughout Scotland.

The centre of Dundee is home to plenty of multi-storey car parks, including Discovery Quay Car Park next to the V&A museum and Nethergate opposite the train station. There are around 530 on-street parking spots and charging hours are from 8:00–20:00, Monday to Sunday, so it shouldn’t be too difficult to find a spot no matter when you’re visiting. The cost varies between locations, but you can expect to pay around £3 per hour in the city centre.

On average a car hire in Dundee costs £50 per day.

The average price of fuel in Dundee is £4.91 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between £59 and £78, depending on the car size.

Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Dundee.

The only car hire company onsite at Dundee airport is Arnold Clark.

The only car hire company that offers shuttle or pick-up services from Dundee airport to off-airport locations is Arnold Clark.

Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.

An Economy car hire in Dundee costs £36 per day, on average.

A Luxury car hire in Dundee costs £111 per day, on average.

A Standard car hire in Dundee costs £42 per day, on average.

In Dundee, cars are most frequently hired at Enterprise Rent-A-Car 131 Seagate (1 miles from city centre).

Most car hire providers in Dundee offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car hire in Dundee, check out KAYAK's car hire insurance guide.

There are two charging stations next to the University of Dundee and several other charging stations distributed around the centre. However, the majority of the electric vehicle charging stations are located along Kingsway Road.

Several Dundee car hire companies, including Arnold Clark and Enterprise, offer unlimited mileage options. To eliminate any potential restrictions, you should select the "Unlimited Mileage" filter under the Policies section while booking through KAYAK.