Self-Drive Car Rental in Lerwick, United Kingdom

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There are 4 car hire providers in Lerwick. Check out the map below to find the most convenient pick-up spot.

Car hire pick-up spots in Lerwick

Compare car hire prices at airports, train stations and in different neighbourhoods across Lerwick. 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.

The most popular car rental companies in Lerwick

Avis
Free2move

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

Based on recent Skyscanner data, the Kia Picanto is the most popular car to hire in Lerwick, with prices starting from ₹7,117 per day. The Vauxhall Corsa and similar models are also popular drives in Lerwick.
Kia Picanto
Kia Picanto43% chose this
Vauxhall Corsa
Vauxhall Corsa27% chose this
Toyota Aygo
Toyota Aygo22% chose this
Kia Sportage
Kia Sportage6% chose this
Most popular carKia Picanto
Why?Small, practical, easy to park

Lerwick's cheapest car hire providers

Avis has the cheapest car hire in Lerwick right now, with prices from ₹7,117 per day. You'll save an average of ₹6,800 per day when you book with them.
Avisfrom ₹7,117 per day
Free2movefrom ₹13,917 per day
Cheapest providerAvis
Book with them to save around₹6,800 per day

Hiring a car in Lerwick: Fast facts

Here's everything you need to know to hit the road happy.
Most popular car hire companyAvis
Most popular carSmall, economy
Average daily price₹ 13,917
Best time to book3 weeks before

How to book the best car rental deals in Lerwick

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 Lerwick car rental search.

Book now, cancel later

We clearly highlight car and van hire options in Lerwick 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 Lerwick for a whole month

Want to hire a car for almost a month? Often, car rental companies in Lerwick 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 Lerwick, 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 Lerwick car hire location, hop in and hit the road.

Frequently asked questions

The average car hire cost in Lerwick is ₹ 13,917 per day or ₹ 97,414 for a seven-day rental. If you're looking for a cheap deal, the lowest price we found is ₹ 7,117 per day for Small hire from Avis. Need a specific type of car? Here's how prices compare:
Economy
Average price: ₹ 13,917 per day.
Cheapest price found: ₹ 7,117 per day.
The cheapest car to rent in Lerwick is Small, mini. The most popular is Small, economy.
On average, around ₹ 97,414. But the best price we found for car hire for a week in Lerwick is ₹ 49,815.
If you're looking for freedom to explore Lerwick, 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 Lerwick that have free cancellation. 
If you've booked car hire with free cancellation, you can usually cancel or change your booking without paying a fee. The deadline depends on the car hire company, but it's typically around 48 hours before pick-up. If you cancel after that, you may be charged. If your booking doesn't include free cancellation, you'll need to check the car hire company's cancellation policy. Depending on when you cancel, you might have to pay a fee or you won't get a refund.
Yes. Most car hire companies in Lerwick offer same-day car hire. If you're looking for last-minute car hire in Lerwick, search for today's date on Skyscanner to compare what's available.
The best time to book car hire in Lerwick is usually as early as you can. Booking ahead often means cheaper prices and more cars to choose from. You can sometimes find a good last-minute deal, but it's never guaranteed and availability is often more limited.
A good deal for car hire in Lerwick is usually around ₹ 10,437 per day or less. That's about 25% cheaper than the average price in Lerwick, which is ₹ 13,917 per day. The cheapest price we found in Lerwick is ₹ 7,117 per day with Avis for Small car hire.
It depends on the car hire company. Some companies in Lerwick will let you drive your hire car abroad, often for an extra fee, while others don't allow it. If you're planning to cross a border, check with the car hire company before you travel. Driving your hire car abroad without permission could invalidate your insurance or break the terms of your rental agreement.
It depends on the car hire company. Some accept debit cards, others require a credit card. Either way, you'll need enough money on your card to cover a security deposit which you'll get back when you return the car.
Electric cars aren't currently available to hire in Lerwick. More electric cars are becoming available, so that could change in the future. If you're still looking for a lower-emission option, you can compare hybrid cars on Skyscanner.
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 Lerwick.
Yes, you can hire a car in Lerwick from the age of 21. You'll need a valid driving licence and the usual ID. If you're under 25, you might need to pay a young driver fee, and some car hire companies only let you book certain types of car. When you search on Skyscanner, just enter your age and we'll show you the options available.
The cheapest price we found for an economy car is ₹ 7,117 per day. The average price per day is around ₹ 13,917.
The best car hire company depends on what's most important to you. If customer ratings are your priority, here are some of the highest-rated car hire companies in Lerwick, based on Skyscanner reviews. We've also included their average daily prices to help you compare your options.
Avis
1.0/5 (from 1 reviews)
Average daily price: ₹ 13,917
You don't have to get it, but it's worth thinking about. In Lerwick, the excess (what you pay if the car gets damaged or stolen) ranges from ₹ 63,499 to ₹ 95,524 depending on who you book with. The cost of excess insurance also varies by car hire company. You can buy excess insurance separately, which is usually cheaper than buying it through the car hire company.
Small car hire — like the Toyota Aygo — averages ₹ 13,917 per day in Lerwick. According to our data, the lowest price for Small car hire in Lerwick right now is ₹ 7,117 per day with Avis.
Medium car hire, like the Kia Ceed, costs an average of ₹ 12,860 per day in Lerwick. The cheapest price we could find is ₹ 9,166 per day with Avis.
Yes. Most car hire companies in Lerwick let you add an extra driver. You usually need to pay an additional driver fee which costs around ₹ 0 per day. The good news is that some companies like Free2move include it at no extra cost.
We search the internet for all kinds of vehicle hire deals, including vans. But at the moment, we can't find any van hire in Lerwick.