Port of Spain car hires from £27/day

On average a car hire in Port of Spain costs £37 per day.

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

Car hire companies onsite at Piarco Intl airport include keddy by Europcar, Europcar, Alamo, Sixt and Enterprise Rent-A-Car.

Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Piarco Intl airport to off-airport locations include Europcar, Alamo, Hertz, Sixt and Enterprise Rent-A-Car.

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

An Economy car hire in Port of Spain costs £29 per day, on average.

An Intermediate car hire in Port of Spain costs £50 per day, on average.

A Full Size car hire in Port of Spain costs £47 per day, on average.

In Port of Spain, cars are most frequently hired at Hertz Ttpost National Mail Center (12 miles from city centre).

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

A small to medium-sized Port of Spain car hire is recommended for driving in the area. The roads in the city can be narrow and congested, with many one-way streets and tight turns. Additionally, parking can be limited in some areas, so a car that is easy to manoeuvre and can fit in small spaces is ideal. A smaller car will also be more fuel-efficient, which is important given the high cost of petrol in Trinidad and Tobago.

The speed limit in Port of Spain is typically 50 km/h (32 mph) in urban areas and built-up zones, including residential areas. However, there are some areas where the speed limit drops to 40 km/h (25 mph) due to narrow roads or heavy pedestrian traffic. On major highways outside the city centre, the speed limit is typically 80 km/h (50 mph) but may drop to 60 km/h (37 mph) in areas with sharp curves or steep inclines.

Street parking is available in some areas of the city, but can be limited and difficult to find. Time limits may also apply and parking attendants may charge a fee to park your Port of Spain car hire. The cost for street parking can vary, but typically ranges from 2-10 TTD per hour (0.2-1 GBP). There are also several privately owned parking lots in the city, which offer great parking for a cheap car hire in Port of Spain. Rates can vary from 10-25 TTD per hour (1-2.50 GBP) or 50-100 TTD per day (5-10 GBP).