Cheap car rentals in Salvador
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Top tips for hiring a car in Salvador
- A hire car is the most comfortable and efficient way to explore not only Salvador but also the more remote, secluded beaches in the area, as well as the rest of the incredible Bahia state. Embark on a road trip along the Coconut Coast, north of Salvador, with its miles and miles of stunning beaches, or drive to Chapada Diamantina National Park, which is 315 miles from Salvador, and make scenic stops along the way.
- Most of the major car hire companies, including Avis and Hertz, can be found at Deputado Luís Eduardo Magalhães International Airport (SSA), which is located just over 17 miles from the city center. The car hire desks can be found in the Arrivals Hall of the airport’s main terminal. You will need an International Driver’s Permit to rent a car in Brazil. Make sure to request a GPS device that is set to English.
- The streets in Salvador are quite hilly, so make sure you are confident driving under those conditions. Downtown also features many cobblestone streets. Watch out for one-way streets or pedestrian areas, as road signs can sometimes be confusing. Drivers going at a speed of 12 mph or less are allowed to run red lights between 10 p.m. and 6 a.m. Avoid driving at night so as not to share the road with drunk drivers.
- While traffic in Salvador may not be as bad as in other Brazilian cities like São Paulo, driving during rush hour is still quite chaotic and can easily add up to an hour to your travels. Plan your journey in advance and avoid driving into the city center or to the airport between 6:30 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. Evening rush hour peaks at 6 p.m., but avoid driving anytime between 4:30 p.m. and 7 p.m.
- Book your rental car in Salvador at least 7 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Economy rental cars in Salvador are around 45% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about renting a car in Salvador
What type of car is recommended for driving in Salvador?
If you’re not used to manual transmission, make sure you book an automatic vehicle in advance. If you’re just driving in and around Salvador, a mid-size economy car will be enough for your needs. If you’re traveling longer journeys across Bahia, get a car with good fuel efficiency that offers enough comfort and space.
What’s the speed limit in Salvador?
The speed limit in urban areas across Brazil is usually 60 km/h (37 mph), but it may be as low as 30 km/h (19 mph) in certain residential areas. Unpaved roads have a speed limit of 60 km/h (37 mph) and highways in urban areas observe a limit of 80 km/h (50 mph). Highways in rural areas allow you to drive at a maximum of 110 km/h (68 mph).
Where are the best places to park in Salvador?
If you’re renting a car in Salvador but don’t plan on driving around the city that much, it’s best to find accommodation that offers parking. Street parking is paid between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m., Monday to Friday, and on Saturdays from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Rates start at $0.80 per hour, but prices are lower if you stay for longer. You can also leave your car at one of the many parking lots near the center.
How much is the price of fuel in Salvador?
The average price of fuel in Salvador is $8.38 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of uel costs between $101 and $134, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular car hire in Salvador?
Economy (Class Economy Car or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Salvador.
How can I find car hires near me in Salvador?
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
How much does an Economy car hire cost in Salvador?
An Economy car hire in Salvador costs $31 per day, on average.
How much does an Intermediate car hire cost in Salvador?
An Intermediate car hire in Salvador costs $53 per day, on average.
How much does a Mini car hire cost in Salvador?
A Mini car hire in Salvador costs $30 per day, on average.
Salvador car rental reviews and directory
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
10.0
Wonderful
1 reviewCleanliness
10.0
Comfort
8.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
Value for money
10.0
6 locations in Salvador
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10.0 Wonderful
Jan 2023
Alamo
9.6
Wonderful
5 reviewsCleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.6
Pick-up/Drop-off
9.6
Value for money
9.6
6 locations in Salvador
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8.0 Very Good
Dec 2018
Pros:
The staff was extremely friendly at pick-up and drop-off.Cons:
The offer listed a car with automatic transmission. The one made available to us had a manual transmission. While there were no issues with driving the car itself, I feel as a customer it is simply not fair to charge the original amount and deliver a diferent product. I hope this is passed on forward. Thank you.3.6 Poor
Mar 2017
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Easy to get the car.Cons:
They carged us a empty tank, with no reason. We broke a key, which was already in poor condition and they charged us 1200 Reais (380 USD). Never again, be carefull with Alamo(Unidas Car rental Salvador)10.0 Wonderful
Feb 2022
Hertz
8.8
Very Good
2 reviewsCleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.7
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.8
Value for money
8.8
4 locations in Salvador
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3.9 Poor
Jul 2021
8.0 Very Good
Jun 2021
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Hertz/Localiza was great. I have rented a lot of cars from them without any problem.Cons:
The problem was the address for the car rental agency that CarRentals.com sent me via email was incomplete (no street name) so when it put it in google maps and waze nothing would show up. The phone number also wasn't working so it took driving to several locations and over an hour an a half to find the car rental agency.FOCO
2.0
Poor
1 reviewCleanliness
4.0
Comfort
4.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
2.0
Value for money
2.0
One location in Salvador
Localiza
8.2
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Unidas
8.0
Very Good
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5 locations in Salvador
National
6.9
Okay
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keddy by Europcar
6.0
Okay
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2 locations in Salvador
Economy Rent a Car
4.7
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One location in Salvador
Locarx Rent a Car
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3 locations in Salvador
BR Way Rent a Car
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2 locations in Salvador
Europcar
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2 locations in Salvador
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Rua Dr. Gerino de Souza Filho, 161
+55 713 362 9497
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Deputado Luís Eduardo Magalhães International Airport (SSA)
+55 713 461 2000
Rua Anquises Reis, 81
+55 713 461 2000
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Avenida Manoel Dias da Silva 1375
+55 71 3344 9399
Praça Gago Coutinho
+55 713 204 1693
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Aeroporto
+55 713 358 5510
Avenida ACM, 846
+55 713 358 5510
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Av Manoel Dias da Silva, 1375
+55 112 377 8686
Av Santos Dumond, 1156
+55 112 377 8686
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Aeroporto
+55 713 022 1400
Rua Fonte do Boi, 176
+55 713 022 1400
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Deputado Luís Eduardo Magalhães International Airport (SSA)
+55 713 365 4467
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Luis Eduardo Magalhaes Apo
+55 713 251 1024
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2.0 Poor
Aug 2017
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NOTHING! I WAS SCAMMED BY BUDGET AND KAYAKCons:
When I reserved the car, I also purchased Car Insurance through the web-site. When I picked up the car I was informed that I either had to purchase insurance for the car or the y would need to place a 12,000 Reais hold for me to take the car (about $4,000). I showed the agent that I had already purchased insurance and was told that that insurance was not valid. My credit card apprioved the rental, but declined the extra 12,000 Reais. I tried to contact them with my cell phone, but the callls would not go through. I asked the agent to place the call (it is a collect call) but was told they were unable to place international calls. After about 20-30 minutes discussion, as "an accomodation to me and with the approval of the supervisor, they would release the car if I purchased the minimum insurance and still be liable for approximately $4000.00." I purchased the insurance as the hotel was about 55 kilometers away and only used the car for the trip back and forth to the hotel. The rest of the time, the car remained parked on the hotel property for the entire week. as I was afraid to use the car to explore the area.6.0 Okay
Mar 2017
Pros:
The car was good and clean and what we expected.Cons:
Our insurance was not accepted and we had to pay for another one!!! It took ages until we got the car and also to drop it off. Lots of different forms to fill out and our passport and driver license was copied several times for no reason. We were filling out forms for at least 45 minutes...One location in Salvador
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Rua Ranulfo Oliveira, 137
+55 714 103 4861
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Salvador Ap
+55 713 365 3073
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Most popular car type | Economy |
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