Nantes car rentals

The average price of fuel in Nantes is $13.29 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between $159 and $213, depending on the car size.

Economy (Peugeot 208 or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Nantes.

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

A Economy car rental in Nantes costs $110 per day, on average.

A Intermediate car rental in Nantes costs $71 per day, on average.

A Mini car rental in Nantes costs $97 per day, on average.

Because you will often be driving on the highway, you can rent any vehicle you’d prefer. A sports car, luxury vehicle, or convertible might be a fun choice for your Nantes vacation. However, a compact car might be your best bet because of the cost of petrol in France. Some common cars driven around the area include the Peugeot, Renault, Volkswagen, and Nissan.

You’ll travel mostly on the motorways during your vacation. The speed limit on these major highways is between 80 km (49.70 mph) and 110 km (68 mph). If you happen to be in a residential neighborhood, be sure to drop your speed to 30 km (18 mph). You’ll always need to adjust speeds in inclement weather.

You will likely have to pay to park your hire car in downtown Nantes. However, many hotels offer free parking for guests. If this is not your situation, consider leaving your car at a parking lot such as Parking Feydeau or NGE Commerce Public Park (a parking garage in the center of downtown). Valet public parking services are also available at the Nantes Train Station.