Get relevant, data-driven information to help you rent a car in the Netherlands, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should you book a rental car in the Netherlands?
You should book your rental car in the Netherlands around 7 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.
What is the cheapest car rental company in the Netherlands?
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Thrifty (129 ﷼/day), Alamo (182 ﷼/day) and Europcar (195 ﷼/day).
What is the most popular rental car in the Netherlands?
Rentals in the Medium category (Class Intermediate Crossover or similar) are the most popular option in the Netherlands, costing 250 ﷼/day on average. Some users have found deals as low as 199 ﷼/day.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in the Netherlands?
The cheapest month to rent a car in the Netherlands is March at an average cost of 189 ﷼/day. April is the most expensive month to rent a car in the Netherlands when prices are 246 ﷼/day on average, which tends to be 15% above the yearly average rental price for the Netherlands.
Which car hire company in the Netherlands has the most locations?
Avis operates 46 locations in the Netherlands, more than any other rental company.
Netherlands car rental price comparison by vehicle type
Find the right rental car in the Netherlands by comparing prices across vehicle types.
Small
Medium
Large
SUV
Van
Luxury
Convertible
Small cars
157 ﷼ - 208 ﷼
All Car Types
299 ﷼ - 395 ﷼
How much does it cost to rent a small car in the Netherlands?
How much does it cost to rent a medium car in the Netherlands?
How much does it cost to rent a large car in the Netherlands?
How much does it cost to rent an SUV in the Netherlands?
How much does it cost to rent a van in the Netherlands?
How much does it cost to rent a luxury car in the Netherlands?
How much does it cost to rent a convertible in the Netherlands?
Small car rentals in the Netherlands typically cost around 181 ﷼ per day. The best time to book is February, when prices average 157 ﷼ per day which is about 14% less than the yearly average. Small cars are usually 46% cheaper than the average rental in the Netherlands, making them ideal for budget-conscious travelers.
Medium car rentals in the Netherlands typically cost around 312 ﷼ per day. The best time to book is September, when prices average 274 ﷼ per day which is about 13% less than the yearly average. Medium cars are usually 7% cheaper than the average rental in the Netherlands, offering a good balance of space and value.
Large car rentals in the Netherlands typically cost around 369 ﷼ per day. The best time to book is September, when prices average 330 ﷼ per day which is about 11% less than the yearly average. Large cars are typically 11% more expensive than the average rental in the Netherlands, but offers more comfort for longer trips.
SUV rentals in the Netherlands typically cost around 361 ﷼ per day. The best time to book is November, when prices average 273 ﷼ per day which is about 25% less than the yearly average. SUVs are typically 9% more expensive than the average rental in the Netherlands, but provide extra space and capability for groups or road trips.
Van rentals in the Netherlands typically cost around 482 ﷼ per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average 344 ﷼ per day which is about 29% less than the yearly average. Vans are typically 32% more expensive than the average rental in the Netherlands, but are the best choice for families or groups needing maximum passenger capacity.
Luxury car rentals in the Netherlands typically cost around 417 ﷼ per day. The best time to book is September, when prices average 361 ﷼ per day which is about 14% less than the yearly average. Luxury cars are typically 21% more expensive than the average rental in the Netherlands, but deliver premium comfort and style for special occasions.
Convertible rentals in the Netherlands typically cost around 439 ﷼ per day. The best time to book is November, when prices average 326 ﷼ per day which is about 26% less than the yearly average. Convertibles are typically 25% more expensive than the average rental in the Netherlands, perfect for scenic drives and warm-weather destinations.
Good to know
Most popular agency
Most popular car type
Average price
Good deal
Alamo
Medium
262 ﷼/day
203 ﷼/day
Top tips for renting a car in the Netherlands
Renting a car in the Netherlands comes with a long list of advantages. Although all the major cities are accessible via public transportation (buses and trains connect these cities), visiting smaller towns and natural attractions—like the forests near Utrecht and the sand dunes, swamps, and marshes near Drenthe—is much more easily accomplished with a car.
Netherlands is extremely bike-friendly, and bicycles have the right of way, so be sure to exercise caution when driving around the cities, where bicycle traffic can be heavy throughout the day. While not as common as bicycles, motorcycles and mopeds are also something to watch out for.
The car seat laws in the Netherlands are consistent with much of Western Europe, requiring that those under the age of 12 and shorter than 1.35m (4 ft, 6 in) must be secured in an EU-approved car seat when traveling in a vehicle. Most car rental companies in the country will offer car seats as an add-on, but if you’re bringing your own seat, make sure that it meets the specifications for EU approval.
The Netherlands is surrounded by other popular Western European destinations, and since these are also members of the EU, you can often take your rental car across borders without any issues or additional insurance. Larger companies like Enterprise and Sixt don’t charge any fees when given prior notice of border crossing, but it’s best to double-check for potential fees when renting a car from smaller companies.
25% of our users found rental cars in Netherlands for 203 ﷼ or less
Small rental cars in Netherlands are around 57% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about renting a car in the Netherlands
How much does it cost to rent a car in the Netherlands?
On average a rental car in the Netherlands costs 262 ﷼ per day.
How can I find car rentals near me in the Netherlands?
Based on car searches on KAYAK, the most popular cities to rent a car in the Netherlands are Amsterdam (96% of total searches of users looking to rent a car in the Netherlands) and Zwolle (4%).
How much does it cost to rent a car for a week in the Netherlands?
On average a rental car in the Netherlands costs 1,830 ﷼ per week (262 ﷼ per day).
How much does it cost to rent a car long term for a month in the Netherlands?
On average a rental car in the Netherlands costs 7,845 ﷼ per month (262 ﷼ per day).
What is driving like in Netherlands?
The rules of the road and the road systems in the Netherlands are largely similar to the rest of Europe and the US, which makes driving in the country as a visitor fairly straightforward. Some differing laws to take note of are the restrictions on horn usage (only permitted in dangerous situations) and the requirement to only use low beam headlights after dark.
How old do you have to be to hire a car in Netherlands?
To rent a car in the Netherlands, you must be at least 19 years of age. However, much like in the United States, most car rental agencies will apply a surcharge to drivers under 25. You can drive on your home country’s driver’s license in the Netherlands, but it is recommended for US nationals to obtain an international driving permit.
How much does petrol cost in Netherlands?
Petrol prices are more than twice the price that they are in the United States, due to the high taxes in the Netherlands. In the US, a gallon of petrol will cost you around 2.50 USD, while the same petrol in the Netherlands will cost around 6,50 EUR (7.30 USD) per gallon. Petrol stations are plentiful, and debit and credit cards are widely accepted, so you won’t have to worry about carrying a pocketful of euros to fill up.
What are the speed limits in Netherlands?
The speed limits in the Netherlands are consistent with most of the speed limits in Europe, which are similar and in places slightly faster than in the US. The speed limits in urban areas in the Netherlands are 50 km/h (31 mph), the limits outside of urban areas are around 80 km/h (50 mph), the limit on expressways is 100 km/h (62 mph), and the limit on motorways is 130 km/h (81 mph).
Car rental directory
Free2Move car rental locations in the Netherlands
326 Locations
Sunnycars car rental locations in the Netherlands
228 Locations
Hertz car rental locations in the Netherlands
60 Locations
Budget car rental locations in the Netherlands
53 Locations
Avis car rental locations in the Netherlands
48 Locations
Thrifty car rental locations in the Netherlands
46 Locations
Dollar car rental locations in the Netherlands
44 Locations
keddy by Europcar car rental locations in the Netherlands
43 Locations
Sixt car rental locations in the Netherlands
38 Locations
Europcar car rental locations in the Netherlands
37 Locations
STERNRENT car rental locations in the Netherlands
36 Locations
FLIZZR car rental locations in the Netherlands
21 Locations
Car rental locations in the Netherlands
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The rates displayed include all taxes and fees for car rentals for the class listed and were found by KAYAK users in the last 48 hours. Offers are subject to change and may not be available on all car rentals listed or dates of travel. Some car rental providers charge additional fees for other services (GPS, infant car seats, etc.). Please check the car rental providers' sites.
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