Swiss Alps car hire

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Cheap car hire in Swiss Alps

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Opel Corsa car
Opel Corsa
or similar Small
2
2
4-5
M
£27/day
Volkswagen Golf car
Volkswagen Golf
or similar Small
4
2
4-5
M
£32/day
Mercedes-Benz A-Class car
Mercedes-Benz A-Class
or similar Medium
5
3
4-5
M
£38/day
Class Standard Car car
Class Standard Car
or similar Medium
5
3
4-5
M
£49/day
Fiat 500 car
Fiat 500
or similar Small
2
2
2-3
M
£24/day
Class Compact Van car
Class Compact Van
or similar Van
4
2
4-5
M
£56/day
Class Luxury Car car
Class Luxury Car
or similar Luxury
5
5
4-5
M
£135/day
BMW X3 car
BMW X3
or similar SUV
5
5
4-5
M
£154/day
Volkswagen T-Cross car
Volkswagen T-Cross
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
M
£34/day
Fiat 500X car
Fiat 500X
or similar SUV
4
2
4-5
M
£36/day
Fiat Tipo Wagon car
Fiat Tipo Wagon
or similar Small
4
2
4-5
M
£39/day
Ford Mondeo Estate car
Ford Mondeo Estate
or similar Medium
5
3
4-5
M
£53/day
Skoda Octavia Combi car
Skoda Octavia Combi
or similar Medium
5
3
4-5
M
£53/day
Kia Sportage car
Kia Sportage
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
M
£57/day
Class Special Car car
Class Special Car
or similar Category
5
5
2/4
M
£57/day
Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake car
Mercedes-Benz CLA Shooting Brake
or similar Large
5
2
4-5
M
£63/day
Class Premium Wagon car
Class Premium Wagon
or similar Luxury
5
5
4-5
M
£80/day
Class Special SUV car
Class Special SUV
or similar SUV
5
5
4-5
M
£123/day
Best prices found by KAYAK users in the past 48 hours.
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Good to know

Most popular agency

Europcar

Most popular car type

Standard

Average price

£53/day

Good deal

£39/day

KAYAK’s insights & trends for Swiss Alps car hire

Check out the latest trends and booking tips to hire a car in Swiss Alps with confidence.

How far in advance should you book car hire in Swiss Alps?

You should book your car hire in Swiss Alps around 7 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the most popular car to hire in Swiss Alps?

Compact cars (Alfa Romeo Giuletta or similar) are the most popular type of vehicle to hire in Swiss Alps. Compact cars in Swiss Alps cost £76/day on average, though some users have found deals as low as £8/day.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Swiss Alps?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Swiss Alps is November at an average cost of £63/day. December is the most expensive month to hire a car in Swiss Alps when prices are £110/day on average, which tends to be 1% above the yearly average hire price for Swiss Alps.

Top tips for hiring a car in Swiss Alps

  • By renting a car in the Swiss Alps, tourists can travel to some of the areas that are not serviced by taxis and buses. The Swiss Alps are one of Switzerland's hilly regions. Narrow valleys, ravines, and canyons are frequently found between these mountains. Therefore, consider renting a four-wheel drive with high ground clearance to make it easier for you to navigate these challenging terrains. The intermediate SUV is one of the car types that is suitable for this type of terrain.
  • If you use Swiss Alps car rentals with your kids, keep in mind that in Switzerland, all children under the age of 12 must ride in booster seats. So, while picking up or renting a car from your preferred automobile provider, make sure to ask for the booster seat. All Swiss Alps rental car pick-up locations have child seats, infant seats, and booster seats available. However, those who request these seats must pay a daily fee.
  • Car rentals in the Swiss Alps allow their customers to drive their cars to neighboring France without restrictions. Since both France and Switzerland are part of the Schengen Area, visitors to either country can cross to the other freely. However, if you are intending on taking your car from any of the Swiss Alps car rentals to France or any other neighboring country, you have to inform your agency before crossing the border. You also need to find out from your respective car agency if they charge any additional fee for crossing the border with your rented car.
  • In the Swiss Alps, there aren't as many gas stations, so make sure to fill up your car whenever you can. Because there are fewer cars on the roads in this area, there are fewer gas stations. Due to the difficulty of driving, only a tiny number of drivers visit the mountainous areas of the region.
  • 25% of our users found a car hire in Swiss Alps for £39 or less
  • Economy hire cars in Swiss Alps are around 60% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about hiring a car in Swiss Alps

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Swiss Alps?

    On average a car hire in Swiss Alps costs £53 per day.

  • How can I find car hires near me in Swiss Alps?

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

  • Where should I hire a car in Swiss Alps?

    Based on car searches on KAYAK, the most popular cities to hire a car in Swiss Alps are Como (67% of total searches of users looking to hire a car in Swiss Alps), Interlaken (15%) and Chamonix (6%).

  • How much does a car hire in Swiss Alps cost for a week?

    On average a car hire in Swiss Alps costs £374 per week (£53 per day).

  • How much does a car hire in Swiss Alps cost for a month?

    On average a car hire in Swiss Alps costs £1,604 per month (£53 per day).

  • Should I rent a car in the Swiss Alps?

    Yes. Consider renting a car in the Swiss Alps whenever you visit the area for the opportunity to get better mobility and convenience. You can choose your own departure time and route while using a rental automobile, which is not possible when using the public transit system. You may travel around more easily with the help of your rental car. The amount of luggage you have will determine the type of car you can rent.

  • What is driving like in the Swiss Alps?

    It will be a fantastic experience to go across the Swiss Alps in your rented vehicle. The bulk of the winding, narrow roads in the Swiss Alps are curved. When driving a car on these routes, more attention is required. Driving in the Swiss Alps requires you to abide by the set speed limits to stay out of trouble with the local traffic police. The majority of Swiss Alps motorways have speed cameras strategically placed to help reduce traffic offenses, such as exceeding the posted speed limit.

  • How old do I have to be to rent a car in the Swiss Alps?

    To rent a car at any of the pick-up locations for the various car rentals in the Swiss Alps, you must be at least 21 years old. However, several rental car companies in the Swiss Alps restrict the use of their vehicles to drivers above the age of 25 at any of their drop-off locations. However, these businesses levy an underage surcharge for drivers who are under 25 and at least 21 years old. Every day, these companies impose this additional payment. Anyone under the age of 21 is not allowed to rent a car in the Swiss Alps or anywhere else in Switzerland, as a general rule.

Car hire directory

  • keddy

    keddy by Europcar car hire locations in Swiss Alps

    36 Locations

  • europcar

    Europcar car hire locations in Swiss Alps

    30 Locations

  • sunnycars

    Sunnycars car hire locations in Swiss Alps

    20 Locations

  • hertz

    Hertz car hire locations in Swiss Alps

    17 Locations

  • dollar

    Dollar car hire locations in Swiss Alps

    8 Locations

  • thrifty

    Thrifty car hire locations in Swiss Alps

    8 Locations

  • avis

    Avis car hire locations in Swiss Alps

    6 Locations

  • shouqi

    Shouqi car hire locations in Swiss Alps

    6 Locations

  • edelandstarkluxuryfleet

    Edel & Stark car hire locations in Swiss Alps

    5 Locations

  • budget

    Budget car hire locations in Swiss Alps

    4 Locations

  • flizzr

    FLIZZR car hire locations in Swiss Alps

    3 Locations

  • autounion

    Autounion Car Rental car hire locations in Swiss Alps

    2 Locations

Car hire locations in Swiss Alps

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