Car rentals in Basel, Basel-Stadt

To rent a car for a weekend in Basel in May, the average price was C$ 62 with cheaper deals starting around C$ 62. For a week-long rental, the lowest price was C$ 61, with more options around the C$ 111 mark.

The majority of the Basel car rental agencies that we partner with do not have a cancellation fee. This means that if your plans change unexpectedly, many car rental centres in Basel such as Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, and Europcar often offer cancellation free of charge based on when you booked.

With temperatures averaging 16 °C and precipitation usually 87 mm during May, you should consider renting a standard when travelling to Basel. A standard can handle the fluctuations in temperature and rainfall during the month of May and is a popular choice for travellers heading to Basel. Renting a Standard in Basel will cost you C$ 75/day on average.

When you book a rental car in Basel, you should abide by the city’s 50 km/h speed limit. The speed limits on any suburban roads and highways in Basel are 80 km/h and 120 km/h, respectively. Be on the lookout for posted signage, because these speed limits might change depending on where you are within Basel.

If you’re interested in renting the Skoda Octavia in Basel, then Budget is the most popular car rental company in the city that offers this vehicle (as well as other similar SUV rentals). Skoda Octavia rentals in Basel from Budget are C$ 101 per day on average.

During the month of April the average temperature in Basel is 9 °C and the expected precipitation is 64 mm. This information is useful for travellers looking for a car rental in Basel.

If you’re looking for a Basel rental car for a road trip to the surrounding areas during the month of April it’s important to know that the rest of Basel-Stadt typically has a temperature of 9 °C and will usually expect 64 mm of precipitation.

Prices for cars in Basel are refreshed on a daily basis.

As of April 2025, there are 57 operators available to choose from for cars in Basel.

The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including Basel. In numerous EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. To rent a car overseas, you'll generally need to be at least 21, and if you're under 25, a young driver surcharge may be applied. We advise that you read the policy of your chosen rental company before making a reservation.

When renting a car in Basel, all drivers must present a full valid driving license. An International Driving Permit is required if the driving license is written in a language different to that of the country of rental and may be necessary to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you are renting abroad, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend checking with the individual rental company you are booking with.