Search
Deals
Tips
FAQs
Agencies
When to book
Locations

Netherlands car rentals

Driver's age: 26-65

Search hundreds of rental car sites at once for car rental deals in the Netherlands

Here is why travelers choose KAYAK

Free to useThere are no hidden charges or fees.

Filter your dealsFilter by car type, brand and more. Instantly customise your results.

Book with flexibilityUse our "free cancellation" filter for maximum flexibility at no extra cost.

Cheap car rentals in the Netherlands

Discover the best prices and deals for you by selecting your travel dates.
Choose your dates
Mini car
Mini
M
View Deal
Economy car
Economy
M
View Deal
Compact car
Compact
M
View Deal
Intermediate car
Intermediate
M
View Deal
Standard car
Standard
M
View Deal
Full-size car
Full-size
M
View Deal
Luxury car
Luxury
M
View Deal
Minivan car
Minivan
M
View Deal
Passenger van car
Passenger van
M
View Deal
SUV car
SUV
M
View Deal
Commercial car
Commercial
M
View Deal
Pickup Truck car
Pickup Truck
M
View Deal

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.
  • Book your rental car in Netherlands at least 3 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Luxury rental cars in Netherlands are around 14% more expensive than other car types, on average

FAQs about renting a car in the Netherlands

  • What is the most popular rental car in the Netherlands?

    Luxury (BMW X1 or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in the Netherlands.

  • What is the best rental car company in the Netherlands?

    Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car rental companies in the Netherlands are Alamo (7.8, 73 reviews), and Sixt (6.4, 110 reviews).

  • How can I find car rentals near me in the Netherlands?

    Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.

  • 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

    Free2Move car rental locations in the Netherlands

    324 Locations

  • sunnycars

    Sunnycars car rental locations in the Netherlands

    223 Locations

  • hertz

    Hertz car rental locations in the Netherlands

    58 Locations

  • budget

    Budget car rental locations in the Netherlands

    52 Locations

  • avis

    Avis car rental locations in the Netherlands

    46 Locations

  • keddy

    keddy by Europcar car rental locations in the Netherlands

    42 Locations

  • thrifty

    Thrifty car rental locations in the Netherlands

    42 Locations

  • dollar

    Dollar car rental locations in the Netherlands

    40 Locations

  • europcar

    Europcar car rental locations in the Netherlands

    39 Locations

  • sixtrentacar

    Sixt car rental locations in the Netherlands

    37 Locations

  • sternrent

    STERNRENT car rental locations in the Netherlands

    35 Locations

  • flizzr

    FLIZZR car rental locations in the Netherlands

    15 Locations

Good to know

Most popular car type

Luxury

When to book a rental car in the Netherlands

Average daily price per month
Rental car prices as pick-up date approaches

Car rental locations in the Netherlands

Everything you need to know for your car rental in the Netherlands

Complete your trip to the Netherlands

Flights to the Netherlands
Hotels in the Netherlands

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.

Search for cheap rental cars in the Netherlands with KAYAK and rent a car that suits you best. KAYAK searches hundreds of travel sites to help you find and book the best rental car deal at car rental locations across Netherlands.

Not what you’re looking for? Find thousands of other hotels, flights and car rentals with KAYAK.