Durban car hire information
| Pick-up location | Durban |
|---|---|
| Car types | Compact, Compact SUV, Economy, Full-size SUV, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Mini, People mover, Premium |
| Hire locations | 43 |
| Airport locations | 17 |
| Popular agencies | Woodford, Budget, GREEN MOTION , Hertz |
Cheap car rentals in Durban
| Economy | $50/day |
| Compact | $56/day |
| Intermediate | $49/day |
| People mover | $69/day |
| Full-size SUV | $186/day |
| Mini | $41/day |
| Premium | $139/day |
| Compact SUV | $62/day |
| Intermediate SUV | $105/day |
Top tips for hiring a car in Durban
- South Africa’s third largest city sits along the coast of the Indian Ocean and is a prominent destination for tourism. The best way to explore the long stretch of coastline and its beaches is with car hire in Durban, which affords you the flexibility and convenience of setting your own travel schedule without being limited by the scope of public transport. Richards Bay (170 miles north via N2) is popular site for canoeing and surfing, while the sights of capital Johannesburg lie about 567 miles north-west via the N3.
- King Shaka International Airport (DUR) is the closest (22 miles) major air transit hub to the city centre and is the most practical location for securing a hire car in Durban if you’re flying into the region. The Car Hire Centre has a good selection of providers, like Thrifty, Dollar and Budget, where you can pick up your reserved vehicle or obtain one on the fly. To find them, follow the directions to the southern exit of the terminal building along Boulevard Road leading to the Car Rental Parking area.
- With a population of over 3 million, Durban is a dynamic city with major maritime, air and road links and an enormous amount of vehicular and cycle traffic daily. During morning or evening rush hour periods and the early afternoon hours, you can expect major congestion inbound and outbound along primary roads (M4, M10 and R102) flowing through the city centre. Additionally, there will be a tremendous amount of pedestrian traffic due to the number of educational institutions and the high volume of visiting tourists from in the city centre from November-December.
- The morning traffic rush in Durban usually begins about 06:00, peaks around 07:00 and eases around 08:30, while the evening rush begins about 15:30 and tails off around 17:30. Areas to avoid during these times are the busy M4/R102 interchange near the Grey Street Complex as well as the massive 165 cross-change between the districts of Berea West and Bonela. Be advised that interior streets are also highly active during weekdays, which will causee traffic delays in many areas.
- 25% of our users found rental cars in Durban for $31 or less
- Book your rental car in Durban at least 2 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Off-airport rental car locations in Durban are around 31% cheaper than airport locations on average
- Mini rental cars in Durban are around 35% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about renting a car in Durban
What type of car is recommended for driving in Durban?
For affordability and ease of handling in areas of high traffic, compacts and small economy cars are highly recommended in Durban. If however you are travelling with a party of five or more, then the storage and seating capacity of an SUV or luxury vehicle is more ideal.
What’s the speed limit in Durban?
Unless road signs indicate otherwise, you should observe the following speed limits when driving along streets and roads in and around the city of Durban: 35mph on streets in urban areas, 60mph along rural or secondary roads (R102) and 75mph driving on primary roads and highways such as the M4 and M10. Expect a high number of active static and traffic cams due to the sheer number of road vehicles, especially in heavily populated areas and at interchanges and road junctions.
Where are the best places to park in Durban?
On-street parking is available in Durban, however there are safety concerns with parking your Durban car hire in the city, so using a private off-street garage is recommended for short or long stays. Some offer a flat rate of around 75 ZAR (3.65 GBP) for 24h parking from Monday-Sunday and accept payment via cash or debit/credit card. Others have varying hours of operation with a rate of about 15 ZAR (0.75 GBP) per hour. Several of them are multi-storey car parks that offer designated parking spots for those with disabilities.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Durban?
On average a hire car in Durban costs $37 per day.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Durban?
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest car hires were found at Budget ($41/day), GREEN MOTION ($49/day) and Woodford ($56/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest hire car price was found at Budget 190 Ke Masinga Road 4000 (1 kilometres from the city centre).
How much is the price of fuel in Durban?
The average price of fuel in Durban is $7.49 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of uel costs between $90 and $120, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular car hire in Durban?
Mini (Class Mini Car or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Durban.
How can I find car hires near me in Durban?
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
How much does a Mini car hire cost in Durban?
A Mini car hire in Durban costs $49 per day, on average.
How much does an Economy car hire cost in Durban?
An Economy car hire in Durban costs $47 per day, on average.
How much does a Compact car hire cost in Durban?
A Compact car hire in Durban costs $62 per day, on average.
What is the most popular rental car location in Durban?
In Durban, cars are most frequently hired at GREEN MOTION Terminal Building, Durban International Airport (29 km from city centre ).
How much does it cost to hire a car for a week in Durban?
On average a car hire in Durban costs $259 per week ($37 per day).
How much does it cost to hire a car long term for a month in Durban?
On average a car hire in Durban costs $1,110 per month ($37 per day).
Durban car rental reviews and directory
Thrifty
10.0
Wonderful
3 reviewsCleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
Value for money
10.0
2 locations in Durban
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2.0 Poor
Mar 2017
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Was charged $300 USD for a scratched plastic hub cap. Will be disputing the charge via my credit card, and will spread the word about never renting from Thrifty anywhere in the world.6.0 Okay
Mar 2017
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We were not welcomed at the car park, in fact we were ignored on pickup and return. Taking a carrolla I expected a decent amount of power.going up hills required frequent use of first gear. On returning the car, we should have received the charges. A week later, I have not seen the final bill.Woodford
9.2
Wonderful
2 reviewsCleanliness
10.0
Comfort
8.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
Value for money
10.0
4 locations in Durban
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8.4 Very Good
Jan 2019
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Car was a Kia Sportage, nice car, easy to drive. Staff all helpful and friendly. Would use them again.Cons:
Rear cover was missing in the boot. Wasn't noticed on pickup and only noticed on return. I thought it had been left out because they get stollen or damaged? Cruise control would have been nice to have on the car.10.0 Wonderful
May 2023
Sixt
8.0
Very Good
2 reviewsCleanliness
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.0
Value for money
8.0
2 locations in Durban
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6.0 Okay
Aug 2019
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The staff was friendly and helpful.Cons:
The antenna was missing and the running board was loose.10.0 Wonderful
May 2023
Hertz
2.0
Poor
4 reviewsCleanliness
2.0
Comfort
2.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
2.0
Value for money
2.0
2 locations in Durban
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2.0 Poor
Nov 2018
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I was not sent my reservation so did not use the car. I ended up using another rental company instead.10.0 Wonderful
Sep 2017
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High price for automatic6.8 Okay
Apr 2017
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The car was new and comfortable, worked great.Cons:
Pushed the insurance too hard on us.8.8 Very Good
Nov 2016
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Excellent little car, clean and ran well.Cons:
Agent at pickup was stressed and abrupt not helpful with explanations and the service was very slow. It took over 1 hour to pick up the car even though we were the only customers.Avis
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2 locations in Durban
Dollar
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2 locations in Durban
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7.2 Good
Nov 2016
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Staff were very friendly and polite. Vehicle was in good condition.Cons:
Although the booking had been made correctly by my company and the card payment details were provided, I had to leave my personal credit card details as security before the vehicle was released to me. I then had to return the following day with my company secretary to avoid being charged twice for the booking. A very inconvenient experience, as this involved a 50k round trip to the airport. The booking was for a SUV, but the vehicle provided turned out to be a 4wd pick-up truck with a hard cover at the back, no luxury features and no built-in GPS system, which was disappointing considering the price we paid.Sunnycars
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5 locations in Durban
1First Car Rental
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3 locations in Durban
Europcar
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3 locations in Durban
keddy by Europcar
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3 locations in Durban
Bidvest
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2 locations in Durban
Bluu
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2 locations in Durban
2 locations in Durban
Locations in Durban
190 Ke Masinga Road
+27 31 310 9700
King Shaka Int Airport
+27 32 436 7800
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206 Dr Pixley Kaseme St
+27 313 358 401
King Shaka Dr
+27 324 360 100
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216 Stalwart Simelane Street
+27 313 685 231
47 Victoria Embankment
+27 842 341 118
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21 Bram Fischer Road
+27 313 378 602
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Terminal Building, Durban International Airport
+27 315 695 869
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Shop B3 12-14 Walnut Road
+27 313 352 570
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Terminal Building, Durban International Airport
+27 119 756 790
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Serviced By Europcar
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Good to know
Most popular agency | GREEN MOTION |
|---|---|
Most popular car type | Mini |
Average price | $37/day |
Good deal | $31/day |