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Cheap Car Hire in Switzerland from $42

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Switzerland with a pick-up date of 25/5 and drop-off date of 5/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Switzerland car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Switzerland. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 15 May 2025.

Most popular company

Alamo

Most common car type

Compact

Average price per day

$85

Cheapest price per day

$42

What are the car hire prices for popular cities in Switzerland?

Discover the price range for hiring a car in popular cities across Switzerland, helping you budget and make informed decisions for your upcoming travel. There are 276 pickup locations in Switzerland to choose from. Price data has been averaged over the last 12 months and was last updated on 15 May 2025.

Price

$56 - $164

Out of all the popular cities in Switzerland, Zurich is the cheapest city to rent a car in at just $56/day. Renting a car in Zurich is 66% cheaper than renting one in Lucerne where the per day rate is around $164. Other fairly inexpensive cities in Switzerland to get a rental car in are: Geneva ($66/day), Basel ($74/day), and Lucerne ($164/day). While these cities typically have cheaper prices than the rest of the country, travelers looking to rent a car in Zurich should expect to spend around $56/day on their transportation. The most popular city to rent a car in Switzerland is Zurich.

Cheapest time to hire a car in Switzerland

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Switzerland and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 15 May 2025.

January

$89

February

$97

March

$86

April

$91

May

$94

June

$120

July

$150

August

$120

September

$102

October

$86

November

$71

December

$126

Popular car types in Switzerland

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Switzerland and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 15 May 2025.

There are 53 hire agencies servicing Switzerland. These agencies, altogether, have 704 hire locations available. Need an affordable hire? small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Switzerland with prices from $42 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 5 car types you can hire in Switzerland:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Passenger van

Passenger van

Luxury

Luxury

Compact estate car

Compact estate car

Compare available car types for hire in Switzerland

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Switzerland to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 15 May 2025.

Small cars

$77 - $156

All Car Types

$95 - $194

To hire a small car in Switzerland, you would pay an average price of $106/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Switzerland (~$77/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$156/day). In fact, May is about 28% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Switzerland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Switzerland, hiring a small car saves you 26% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Switzerland small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Switzerland, you would pay an average price of $138/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Switzerland (~$97/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$168/day). In fact, November is about 31% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Switzerland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Switzerland, hiring a medium car saves you 3% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Switzerland medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Switzerland, you would pay an average price of $208/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Switzerland (~$130/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$281/day). In fact, May is about 38% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Switzerland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Switzerland, hiring a large car is 32% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a SUV in Switzerland, you would pay an average price of $140/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Switzerland (~$78/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$197/day). In fact, November is about 45% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Switzerland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Switzerland, hiring a SUV saves you 3% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Switzerland SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Switzerland, you would pay an average price of $192/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a van in Switzerland (~$124/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is February (~$295/day). In fact, November is about 36% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Switzerland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Switzerland, hiring a van is 26% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Switzerland van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a luxury car in Switzerland, you would pay an average price of $211/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Switzerland (~$122/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$314/day). In fact, May is about 43% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for Switzerland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Switzerland, hiring a luxury car is 33% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Switzerland luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a convertible in Switzerland, you would pay an average price of $156/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a convertible in Switzerland (~$144/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~$258/day). In fact, February is about 9% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a convertible hire for Switzerland. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Switzerland, hiring a convertible is 9% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

Hyundai Elantra Touring$42/day
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Hyundai Elantra Touring
Mazda Mazda3$46/day
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Mazda Mazda3
Holden Barina$47/day
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Holden Barina

Top hire agencies in Switzerland

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Switzerland known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Switzerland. Reviews were last updated on 15 May 2025.
Choose from the top car hire agencies available in Switzerland, including locations near Zurich, Lausanne and Geneva. Check out reviews from past customers, confirm pickup locations, and other critical details before booking your reservation.

Europcar

8.7
Very Good
31 reviews111 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.7

Overall

8.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.5

Value

7.9

Hertz

7.7
Good
60 reviews53 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.4

Overall

7.7

Pick-up/drop-off

7.8

Value

7.5

Sixt

7.6
Good
67 reviews22 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.6

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

7.3

Alamo

7.6
Good
44 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Overall

7.6

Pick-up/drop-off

7.6

Value

7.3

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.2
Very Good
15 reviews16 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.4

Comfort

9.2

Overall

8.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

8.4

Avis

7.2
Good
11 reviews28 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.3

Overall

7.2

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

6.8

Budget

6.9
Okay
14 reviews18 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.4

Overall

6.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.2

Value

6.7

Thrifty

5.9
Fair
28 reviews21 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

7.4

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

5.9

Value

5.9

Best car hire deals found in Switzerland

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Switzerland. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Switzerland with an average daily rate of $91. Data was last updated on 15 May 2025.
These are some of the best options we've found for those looking for car hires in Switzerland, including options within a close proximity to Zurich, Lausanne and Geneva. Make sure to examine important information for each deal, including price, car type, and pickup location.
Hyundai Elantra Touring$42/day
4
5
M
A/C
Hyundai Elantra Touring
Holden Commodore Sportwagon$44/day
5
M
A/C
Holden Commodore Sportwagon
Hyundai i30$46/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai i30

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Switzerland, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 15 May 2025.
  • What is the most popular car hire provider in Switzerland?

    The most popular car hire company at Switzerland is Alamo. With prices on ECONOMY starting at $44/day about 275% more people book with Alamo than other companies in the country.

  • What is the cheapest city to get a rental car in Switzerland?

    At $53/day, the cheapest car hire price in Switzerland was found in Vevey. On average, Vevey has the cheapest daily rental car price ($60/day), which is 44% below average price for cities in Switzerland.

  • What side of the road do you drive on in Switzerland?

    Cars travel on the right side of the road in Switzerland.

Car hires by fuel type in Switzerland

Browse car hires by fuel type in Switzerland. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Switzerland. Deals were last updated on 15 May 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Switzerland. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest ($30+).

Electric

Electric

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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