Car hire in Bordeaux, France

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When's the cheapest time to hire a car in Bordeaux?

Our data shows that September is the cheapest month to rent a car in Bordeaux. It’s around 675 Kč per day in September, compared to the yearly average of 1 005 Kč per day.
Cheapest month avgSeptember • 675 Kč
Yearly avg price1 005 Kč

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There are 89 car hire providers in Bordeaux. Check out the map below to find the most convenient pick-up spot.

Car hire pick-up spots in Bordeaux

Compare car hire prices at airports, train stations and in different neighbourhoods across Bordeaux. You might find a better price, or the perfect pick-up point nearby. Start your journey where it suits you.
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These are estimated prices to help you choose from a large number of options. Each is an average based on the lowest car rental prices found for each destination over the last 15 days.

Driving in Bordeaux: What to expect on the road

Documents you'll need
Bring your licence, passport and credit card.
To rent a car in Bordeaux, you’ll need a valid driving licence, passport and credit card. An International Driving Permit (IDP) is recommended in Bordeaux if your licence isn’t in English or from outside the EU.
Navigating city driving
Tram lines and one-way streets are common.
Driving in Bordeaux means staying alert for trams, cyclists and narrow turns. Use a sat nav to avoid restricted areas and watch for sudden lane shifts in the centre.
Tolls, emissions zones and charges
A low-emission zone and tolls apply.
Bordeaux has a ZFE (Low Emission Zone), which restricts older vehicles. Toll roads in Bordeaux are common when travelling outside the city. Most payments are handled by card or through your hire company.
Parking your car in Bordeaux
Use public car parks near the centre.
Street parking in Bordeaux is available but has time limits and requires payment. For longer stays, use underground or multi-storey car parks just outside the centre, or choose a hotel with parking.
Finding fuel or charging points
Fuel is easy to find — EV charging is growing.
Petrol stations are widely available. EV charging stations in Bordeaux are becoming more common — apps like Chargemap or PlugShare will help you find one near your accommodation.
Local driving style and tips
Driving is careful but fast-paced.
Local driving rules in Bordeaux are followed, but city traffic moves quickly. Watch for cyclists, trams and unexpected stops. Be patient at junctions and allow space on narrower roads.
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The most popular car rental companies in Bordeaux

What's the most popular car to hire in Bordeaux?

Based on recent Skyscanner data, the Peugeot 208 is the most popular car to hire in Bordeaux, with prices starting from 792 Kč per day. The Renault Clio and similar models are also popular drives in Bordeaux.
Peugeot 208
Peugeot 20810% chose this
Renault Clio
Renault Clio8% chose this
Citroen C3
Citroen C38% chose this
Fiat 500
Fiat 5007% chose this
Most popular carPeugeot 208
Why?Small, practical, easy to park

Bordeaux's cheapest car hire providers

Rentscape has the cheapest car hire in Bordeaux right now, with prices from 792 Kč per day. You'll save an average of 273 Kč per day when you book with them.
Rentscapefrom 792 Kč per day
Enterprisefrom 908 Kč per day
Goldcarfrom 983 Kč per day
OK RENT A CARfrom 1 304 Kč per day
Cheapest providerRentscape
Book with them to save around273 Kč per day

Hiring a car in Bordeaux: Fast facts

Here's everything you need to know to hit the road happy.
Most popular car hire companyGoldcar
Most popular carCompact, Convertible
Average daily price3 616 Kč
Best time to book3 weeks before

How to book the best car rental deals in Bordeaux

We’re frequently named as the most trusted travel search site out there. We scan hundreds of trusted travel providers and put it all in one place, allowing you to instantly compare car hire rates and then book with no fees. Here's how to get the most out of your Bordeaux car rental search.

Book now, cancel later

We clearly highlight car and van hire options in Bordeaux that have free cancellation. So you can bag the best deal with total flexibility to change your plans if you need to.

Rent a car in Bordeaux for a whole month

Want to hire a car for almost a month? Often, car rental companies in Bordeaux avoid costly admin in between pick-ups by hiring out cars for longer periods. So see if monthly car hire is cheaper than the three weeks you need it for by selecting 30 days.

Compare fuel policies

To save money on topping up the tank as you take off in Bordeaux, look out for deals with a 'full to full' fuel policy, as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

Skip the queues

We call out keyless pick-up when you search for cars with us. No keys to pick up, means no queues. Just turn up at your preferred Bordeaux car hire location, hop in and hit the road.

Frequently asked questions

On average, hiring a car in Bordeaux will set you back around 3 616 Kč per day or 17 484 Kč per week. 

The cheapest car to rent in Bordeaux is a premium passenger van. The most popular is Compact, Convertible.

The cheapest car hire companies in Bordeaux are currently Rentscape and Turo.

Bagging the best car hire deal depends on when you book  – often, it pays to book your wheels as far in advance as possible. But according to our data, the cheapest month to rent a car in Bordeaux is currently November.

On average, around 17 484 Kč. But the best price we found for car hire for a week in Bordeaux is 5 540 Kč.

Based on everything we know about daily prices, the average cost to hire a car in Bordeaux for a whole month is 42 707 Kč. 

But sometimes, you'll get a discount for booking a whole month instead of 3 and a half weeks. So play with your dates to find the best deals!

If you're looking for freedom to explore Bordeaux, choose a car with unlimited mileage, or look for car hire deals with a ’full to full' fuel policy as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

We also clearly highlight car and van hire options in Bordeaux that have free cancellation

Yes – you can easily find car hire companies that allow you to pick up your car in one place, and then drop it off in another. Just select ‘Return car to a different location’ when you search with us.

Public transport can only get you so far, and could be tricky to navigate with children or luggage. With your own set of wheels, you can go wherever you want, whenever you want, for as long as you want. And you'll be able to discover more outside of Bordeaux.

Most places – Bordeaux included – allow under 25s to rent a car as long as they provide a valid driver's license and the correct documentation. It may cost slightly more due to a higher insurance excess for young drivers. 

The cheapest price we found for an economy car is 792 Kč per day. The average price per day is around 4 182 Kč.

Of course. Most major car hire companies like Goldcar, Rentscape and Europcar offer baby and child seats as an add-on when you book.

Other travellers rated Enterprise as the best overall in terms of experience.

Yes – van hire is available in Bordeaux.