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Cheapflights insights for Gothenburg car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Gothenburg, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Gothenburg?
To get the best deal on car hire in Gothenburg, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around R695, which is about 1 434% cheaper than the typical rate.
What is the best car rental company in Gothenburg?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Gothenburg is Ace (rated 10.0/10). Thrifty (rated 10.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.
Ace
10.0
Thrifty
10.0
MABI
10.0
Avis
8.0
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Gothenburg?
At Gothenburg, the best time to hire a car is in February, with an average daily rate of just R573. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging R1 164 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Gothenburg, the best time to hire a car is in February, with an average daily rate of just R573. Conversely, July is the priciest month, averaging R1 164 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.
January
R625
February
R573
March
R643
April
R712
May
R712
June
R955
July
R1 164
August
R1 129
September
R799
October
R677
November
R660
December
R782
Which car hire company has the most locations in Gothenburg?
Both Europcar and keddy by Europcar have 7 locations in Gothenburg, more than any other car hire company in the area.
Top rental agencies in Gothenburg
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Gothenburg known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Gothenburg. Reviews were last updated on 13 September 2025.
Ace
1 location
Thrifty
2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
10,0
Comfort
10,0
Overall
10,0
Pick-up/drop-off
10,0
Value
10,0
MABI
1 review•3 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
10,0
Comfort
10,0
Overall
10,0
Pick-up/drop-off
10,0
Value
10,0
Avis
3 locations
Sixt
5 reviews•2 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
7,8
Comfort
8,0
Overall
8,0
Pick-up/drop-off
7,4
Value
8,0
Hertz
3 reviews•5 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8,0
Comfort
8,3
Overall
7,6
Pick-up/drop-off
7,4
Value
7,2
Budget
2 locations
Europcar
7 locations
Overview
Cleanliness
8,0
Comfort
7,0
Overall
7,0
Pick-up/drop-off
8,0
Value
7,0
Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Gothenburg, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 13 September 2025.
What are the requirements to rent a car in Gothenburg?
There are several requirements that you should follow when it comes to car rentals in Gothenburg. The minimum age for a car rental in Gothenburg is 19, and you need to drive with a license held for more than a year. If your license uses a non-Roman alphabet (like Cyrillic), you also need to provide an International Driving Permit that you have acquired from your home country prior to your arrival. You also need to have an additional form of identification with you such as a passport or a credit/debit card. You are allowed to take your rental car into other countries with approval and written permission beforehand.
What are the rules for driving in Gothenburg?
Just like the majority of Europe, traffic in Sweden is on the right side of the road – keep this in mind when you look for car rentals in Gothenburg. Seatbelts are compulsory for all passengers in all types of vehicles and your headlights must be always switched on, even in the daytime. The limit of blood alcohol level is 0.02% and fines are hefty, with even a chance to have your license revoked if you drive under the influence. The speed limits are 100km/h (62 mph) on highways, 70km/h (43 mph) on smaller roads and 50km/h (31 mph) in residential areas. It is best to check with Gothenburg motor vehicle authorities for recent law changes.
What type of car is recommended for driving in Gothenburg?
Since there is a lot to see and do in the area, cheap car rental in Gothenburg is visitors’ preferred method of transportation. As most tourists decide to stay within the city and its limits, electric car rental and economy car rental are some of the most popular choices. Passenger van rental is also common among bigger groups.
What are the best places to park in Gothenburg?
There are many types of parking spaces available for car rentals in Gothenburg. The nearer you park to the city centre, the more expensive and harder it is to find a spot. There are underground parking lots available for those who are looking to get into the city, leave their car rental and explore the sights.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Gothenburg for a week from Budget?
Budget offers hire cars in Gothenburg for about R16 467 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Gothenburg?
Typically, how long you can hire a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Gothenburg however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.