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KAYAK’s insights & trends for Lyon car hire
Check out the latest trends and booking tips to hire a car in Lyon with confidence.
How far in advance should you book car hire in Lyon?
You should book your car hire in Lyon around 7 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Lyon?
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest hire cars were found at Rentscape (£12.12/day), Free2Move (£16.72/day), and Ok Mobility (£17.15/day). The cheapest car hire price was found at Rentscape 75, 75 Rue de la Villette (1.3 mi from city centre).
What is the best car hire company in Lyon?
Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car hire companies in Lyon are Avis (10.0, 2 reviews), National (10.0), and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (10.0, 2 reviews).
Economy cars (Renault Clio or similar) are the most popular type of vehicle to hire in Lyon. Economy cars in Lyon cost £32/day on average, though some users have found deals as low as £22/day.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Lyon?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Lyon is January at an average cost of £26/day. July is the most expensive month to hire a car in Lyon when prices are £40/day on average, which tends to be 9% above the yearly average hire price for Lyon.
What car hire company in Lyon has the most locations?
Sunnycars operates 8 locations in Lyon, more than any other car hire company.
Rent at the airport after an overnight stay to be refreshed when exploring the region.
Verified travelerOct 2023
Clarity on fees. That is it.
Verified travelerJun 2023
Rental location is adjacent to the Lyon Part Dieu rail station - super convenient. GPS which i never use at home (already in the vehicle not add-on) was extremely helpful getting out of Lyon and around FR/IT/CH
joshuaJul 2023
Clean the car before returning it
Verified travelerMay 2023
We drove directly out of Lyon towards Avignon. Easy peasy.
KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Lyon
If you’re planning a trip to Lyon, then make sure to rent a car to explore this wonderful French region. Sightseeing is made easy with a car because it gives you the complete freedom to explore, instead of depending on public transport. As a UNESCO Heritage Site, there is so much to see on your Lyon vacation, like the vineyards of the Rhone and Saone valleys or the mesmerizing caves of Grottes de Cerdon.
When you fly into Lyon–Saint-Exupéry Airport, you will find the car hire desks located within the airport at each one of the three Terminals, as well as a free shuttle that runs between the arrivals terminal and off-site car hire centers. If you arrive into Terminal 2, you will find the shuttle outside of Level 0 next to Terminal 1, or Terminal 3 outside on Level 0.
As a new driver in Lyon, you will be driving on the right-hand side, just like in the US. You will find many roundabouts in Lyon and will be expected to yield to traffic already in the roundabout. It’s also good to know that green directional signs point to a non-highway main route -- or "free roads" -- whereas the blue signs indicate a highway route and are often marked "peage," meaning you will have to pay for toll roads.
As a relatively busy city, Lyon’s roads do experience busy periods. Rush hour starts at 8:00 am and lasts until 10:00 in the morning, and starts up again at 4:00 pm until 6:00 pm. It’s also wise to avoid any tunnels at rush hour. During the summer, the A6 and A7 highway, which passes through the city center and is the main route to Paris, becomes extremely congested.
When considering cheap car hire in Lyon, you’ll find that when hiring an electric vehicle, you will be saving money. Powering an electric car is relatively simple and cost effective, especially when you compare it with a petrol engine car. Lyon has implemented an extensive network of charging stations throughout the city to encourage the use of electric vehicles. There is also a dedicated website to find charge stations, known as “ChargeMap”. The stations are located in public places such as car parks, on-street parking, and public spaces, and are accessible to all electric car owners. The best car hire agencies for electric cars in Lyon include Enterprise, Europcar and keddy by Europcar.
If you’re travelling with young children in your cheap car hire in Lyon, make sure you are aware of the child seat guidelines and laws. French child seat laws require all children under the age of 10 to use a child restraint system (CRS) appropriate for their weight and height when travelling in a car. The CRS must comply with EU safety standards and bear the "E" label indicating its approval. It is recommended that any child shorter than 135 cm in height, or under 10 years old, is to be seated in a child seat.
For your Lyon car hire, it’s important to be aware of the vehicle restrictions in the city centre, as you won’t want to receive a penalty fine for driving in restricted areas. Lyon has a Low Emission Zone (LEZ) in place in the city centre, which restricts the access of vehicles that do not meet certain emissions standards. Only vehicles with a Crit'Air sticker of at least level 3 are allowed to enter the zone, so make sure to check with your car hire agency that your vehicle has one. Also be aware of the several pedestrian-only zones and limited traffic zones that are open only to public transportation.
25% of our users found a car hire in Lyon for £25 or less
Standard hire cars in Lyon are around 43% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about car hire in Lyon
What type of car is recommended for driving in Lyon?
Lyon is a maze of narrow and ancient cobbled streets and alleyways that would suit an economy or compact car. Renting a smaller car means you get a practical and easy-to-park vehicle, ideal for driving through the busy roads of Lyon. If you’re planning to go further afield and into the neighboring mountains, then an SUV would be the perfect car for your road trip.
What’s the speed limit in Lyon?
In Lyon, the speed limits in urban areas are 31 mph, lowered to 18 mph in residential areas. On the free roads between major cities, the speed limit ranges from 55 mph to 68 mph. On toll roads, the limit is 80 mph, unless the road is wet, in which case the speed limit lowers to 68 mph.
Where are the best places to park in Lyon?
When it comes to parking in Lyon, you should anticipate paying using machines in the large parking lots. During lunch hours (from 12:00 pm until 2:00 pm), it is free to park. Lyon also has several underground parking garages, as well as street parking that is pay-and-display. On Sundays and public holidays, most of the short and medium-stay street parking is free.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Lyon?
On average a car hire in Lyon costs £30 per day.
Which car hire agencies are at Lyon-Saint Exupéry airport (LYS)?
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
How much does an Economy car hire cost in Lyon?
An Economy car hire in Lyon costs £32 per day, on average.
How much does a Standard car hire cost in Lyon?
A Standard car hire in Lyon costs £72 per day, on average.
How much does a Compact car hire cost in Lyon?
A Compact car hire in Lyon costs £32 per day, on average.
Should I get insurance when hiring a car in Lyon?
Most car hire providers in Lyon offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car hire in Lyon, check out KAYAK's car hire insurance guide.
What are the best day trips from Lyon?
After you finalise your Lyon car hire, check out some day trips to really take in the region. You have the Beaujolais Wine Region just 40 minutes away by car, there’s also the Ardèche Gorges, a natural wonder that’s around 2 hours south of the city. While the cities of Dijon and Annecy are well worth a visit and only about 2 hours away.
Which car hire agencies in Lyon have the most diverse range of vehicles?
When it comes to Lyon car hire, you’ll find that there are three car hire agencies that boast the most diverse fleet of vehicles. SIXT, Enterprise Rent a Car and Rentscape have extensive fleets that include all modern vehicles from compact cars to SUVs and commercial vehicles.
Car was new. Advanced info on what equipment the car had. The first car didn’t have car play so had to upgrade at a cost. This info would have been good to have prior to pickup.
1. Reserved a small suv, got a small hatchback that couldn’t even fit our two suitcases. 2. Exterior of car was filthy 3. Warning lights going off in French the entire time. Low tire pressure, brake system failure, post collision warning. All in French. Unnecessarily stressful rental experience. Not pleasant.
They charged me more than the original quote without justification.
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Mar 2024
Intermediate SUV
Amazing service
6.0 Okay
Anonymous, Oct 2023
Economy
When we arrived to pick up the car arranged for by Kayak the size of the car available at the lot was inadequate to economy as booked with kayak (we were offered minuscule Fiat Panda instead of reserved Peugeot 308 or equal). No other cars were available in the economy size on the lot. I was left to upgrade to a "40 euro/day" to DS3 compact SUV. The 40/day charge turned out to be 22.16 + 33.33 (stated as customer requested upgrade) + 20% tax. My final bill was 385.63 vs 185.65. The car was great with great mileage and features. The Fiat Panda would be unsafe and inapropriate for the mileage and speed we needed to be driving at. The transaction leaves me not overly impressed by KAYAK's coordination and guarantees of price and quality. For reference: Rental car overview Europcar Economy Lyon (Saint Exupery) Map and directions Reservation dates Sep 24, 2023 - Sep 29, 2023 Itinerary # 72662554083098 Confirmation 1166834470
Some Lyon car providers already include Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) and Theft Protection Waiver into the hire price but not all of them. We recommend being aware of your coverage when hiring a car in Lyon.
Keep in mind that car hire insurances often have a deductible clause, which is the amount you’ll have to pay if something happens during the time of your hire. If you want to avoid unwanted surprises, you should consider adding a non-deductible option to your Lyon car hire.
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