Brussels car hire

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keddy by Europcar
Intermediate
R1 247/day
R583/day

KAYAK’s insights & trends for Brussels car hire

Check out the latest trends and booking tips to hire a car in Brussels with confidence.

How far in advance should you book car hire in Brussels?

You should book your car hire in Brussels around 7 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the best car hire company in Brussels?

Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car hire companies in Brussels are Sixt (6.3, 11 reviews), keddy by Europcar (10.0), and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (10.0, 3 reviews).
Sixt
Sixt
Rated 6.3/10
keddy by Europcar
keddy by Europcar
Rated 10.0/10
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Rated 10.0/10
Avis
Avis
Rated 9.3/10

What is the most popular car to hire in Brussels?

Compact cars (Opel Astra Sports Tourer or similar) are the most popular type of vehicle to hire in Brussels. Compact cars in Brussels cost R721/day on average, though some users have found deals as low as R672/day.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Brussels?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Brussels is January at an average cost of R645/day. July is the most expensive month to hire a car in Brussels when prices are R859/day on average, which tends to be 1 995% above the yearly average hire price for Brussels.

Which car hire company in Brussels has the most locations?

keddy by Europcar operates 8 locations in Brussels, more than any other car hire company.
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Brussels car hire experiences: the best tips from KAYAK users

Insights shared by verified travellers who hired a car in Brussels 
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Verified travelerAug 2024
Don't book at the train stations for pick up.
Verified travelerDec 2023
Mind the traffic (best to reserve for a longer duration)
nicolasauclaireOct 2023
Have plenty of time at pick up and drop off to check your car and don't leave without checking any scratch ( more than 1 cm ) or nicks in the car Same thing on return . Get your car check by an employee and don't just drop the keys . The driving is very tight and it's very easy to have your car damaged even after you left. Remember until an employee as check the car and close the contract any damaged is yours ! Dropping the keys is not the end of your trip !!

KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Brussels

  • Renting a car in Brussels allows you to explore the city's different districts freely and comfortably while avoiding the crowds in public transport. The Belgian capital is easy to navigate, and the roads are well paved and safe to drive on. A hire car is the perfect option for travelers looking to discover other destinations outside the city, such as the picturesque Gaasbeek Castle 9 miles outside of Brussels. Other popular day trips include Antwerp, less than an hour's drive from Brussels, and Bruges, about an hour and a half away.
  • All the big car hire agencies, including Avis, Enterprise, and Hertz, can be found in the Arrivals Hall of Brussels Airport (BRU). The airport is located around 7 miles from the city, and the hire rate tends to be the same regardless of whether you book your vehicle in advance or upon arrival. When returning your car to the airport, the car hire entrance is situated on the left side of the airport's access road, as if you're heading to the Front Park 1.
  • Traffic rules in Brussels are very strict. All vehicles coming from the right have priority, and passing another car is forbidden in several locations, including traffic ramps, intersections where the right-hand priority is implemented, or during bad weather. If you're visiting in the winter, be extra cautious as the weather can get quite rough, and rain and snow are constant.
  • Traffic jams are quite common in Brussels, so make sure you avoid the usual rush hours so you don't add extra time to your travels. Morning rush hour is typically between 7:30 a.m. and 9 a.m., while evening rush hour is normally between 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. Traffic congestion also peaks in September, when everyone is back from vacation and starting school, sp visiting in the summer months will contribute to a smoother driving experience.
  • 25% of our users found a car hire in Brussels for R583 or less
  • Mini hire cars in Brussels are around 49% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about hiring a car in Brussels

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Brussels?

    If you're just planning on driving around the city, a small automatic car that is easy to park is the best option. But if you're planning on a road trip to other Belgian cities or even neighboring countries, consider a sedan — particularly if you're traveling with the entire family, as it offers more space and comfort for everyone.

  • What’s the speed limit in Brussels?

    The speed limit in the city is typically 50 kilometers per hour (31 miles per hour), but it may be as low as 12 mph in certain residential areas. The speed limit on open roads is 90 km/h (56 mph) and on highways, it is set at 120 km/h (75 mph). If, for some reason, the speed limit lowers in specific places, traffic signs will always be posted.

  • Where are the best places to park in Brussels?

    In the city center, street parking is paid from Monday to Saturday, between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. You can leave your car for an unlimited amount of time (except in busy shopping areas), and meter pricing ranges between €1 ($1.13) and €2.50 ($2.83) per hour. For long-term stays, it's best to leave it at one of the many parking lots, which cost a maximum of €28 ($32) a day. To avoid parking in the city center altogether, drop your vehicle at one of the free Park and Ride facilities on the outskirts of Brussels.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Brussels?

    On average a car hire in Brussels costs R1 247 per day.

  • Which car hire agencies are at Bruxelles-National airport (BRU)?

    The only car hire company onsite at Bruxelles-National airport is keddy by Europcar.

  • How can I find car hires near me in Brussels?

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

  • How much does an Intermediate car hire cost in Brussels?

    An Intermediate car hire in Brussels costs R984 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Compact car hire cost in Brussels?

    A Compact car hire in Brussels costs R673 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Mini car hire cost in Brussels?

    A Mini car hire in Brussels costs R1 465 per day, on average.

Brussels car rental reviews and directory

 
All ratings and reviews are collected from KAYAK users with a verified car hire booking. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.

Sixt

6,3

Okay

Read 11 reviews

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.2

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.2

Value for money

6.3

3 locations in Brussels

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Locations in Brussels

Carrefour de l'Europe 3

+32 70 22 58 00

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 17:00

Chaussée de Charleroi 11A

+32 2 588 55 99

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00

Gare du Midi, Pl. Victor Horta

+32 2 588 55 99

Monday07:30 - 22:00
Tuesday07:30 - 22:00
Wednesday07:30 - 22:00
Thursday07:30 - 22:00
Friday07:30 - 22:00
Saturday07:30 - 22:00
Sunday07:30 - 22:00

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2,0 Poor

Jak, Sept 2022

KAYAK
I didn't use the car rental because I tried to call you and no one was there for helping

2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Sept 2022

KAYAK
Sixt staff was difficult and unhelpful at pickup. Sixt in person staff and online staff both are extremely difficult to deal with and refuse to respect their stated cancellation policy.

2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Aug 2022

KAYAK
I had to cancel but the cancelation process did not work smoothly. There was no link to cancel and nobody picked up at the number provided by Kayak. A cancellation by email did not work either. In the end I had to search through Google for a page to cancel.

2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Jun 2022

KAYAK
Terrible service

2,0 Poor

Murat, Jun 2022

KAYAK
I was not refunded. I had to pay fornothing

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Apr 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

The service provided by Neusa (employee from Sixt in Brussels Midi) was really efficient, she provided every piece of information related to the rent of the car. So I felt that was really good service and everything was according to our expectations.

Cons:

Nothing

1 out of 4

keddy by Europcar

10,0

Wonderful

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

8 locations in Brussels

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Locations in Brussels

Av D Auderghem, 68

+32 2639 2220

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 17:00

Avenue Fonsny 48

+32 2 522 95 73

Opening times not available

BRUSSELS AIRPORT National Airport Arrival Hall

+32 2721 0592

Opening times not available

Bruxelles-Midi, Place Victor Horta

+32 2522 9573

Monday08:00 - 17:0008:30 - 12:3013:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:30 - 12:3008:00 - 17:0013:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:0013:00 - 17:0008:30 - 12:30
Thursday08:00 - 17:0008:30 - 12:3013:00 - 17:00
Friday08:30 - 12:3013:00 - 17:0008:00 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 17:00
Sunday10:00 - 18:00

Rue De Stalle 15A, Bruxelles(uccle)

+32 2348 9220

Opening times not available

Rue St. Denis 281 / Near Q8 St

Opening times not available

Rupelstraat 1

+32 2 639 22 20

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 13:00

W.a.mozartlaan 3, Drogenbos

+32 2800 0910

Opening times not available

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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

10,0

Wonderful

Read 3 reviews

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

9.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

3 locations in Brussels

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Locations in Brussels

Avenue De La Couronne 263

+32 12 39 09 40

Monday09:00 - 13:00
Tuesday09:00 - 13:00
Wednesday09:00 - 13:00
Thursday09:00 - 13:00
Friday09:00 - 13:00
Saturday09:00 - 13:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

Petite Rue Du Cerf 45 47

+32 12 39 09 40

Monday09:00 - 13:00
Tuesday09:00 - 13:00
Wednesday09:00 - 13:00
Thursday09:00 - 13:00
Friday09:00 - 13:00
Saturday09:00 - 13:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

Rue du Rupel 1, Laeken

+32 12 39 03 40

Opening times not available

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10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Dec 2023

Commercial

KAYAK
Great !!!

1 out of 1

Avis

9,3

Wonderful

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

8.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

9.3

Value for money

7.9

3 locations in Brussels

Locations in Brussels

Rue Americaine 145

(32) 02-5371280

Opening times not available

Rue De France 2

+32 2 527 17 05

Monday07:30 - 22:00
Tuesday07:30 - 22:00
Wednesday07:30 - 22:00
Thursday07:30 - 22:00
Friday07:30 - 22:00
Saturday08:00 - 17:00
Sunday17:00 - 22:00

Wetstraat 75 Rue De La Loi

+32 2 722 58 31

Opening times not available

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Thrifty

8,8

Very Good

Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

9.2

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.8

Value for money

8.8

2 locations in Brussels

Locations in Brussels

Brussels Airport

+32 2 720 60 44

Monday06:30 - 23:30
Tuesday06:30 - 23:30
Wednesday06:30 - 23:30
Thursday06:30 - 23:30
Friday06:30 - 23:30
Saturday06:30 - 23:30
Sunday06:30 - 23:30

Tgv-eurostar Arrivals, South

+32 2 524 31 00

Monday07:30 - 22:00
Tuesday07:30 - 22:00
Wednesday07:30 - 22:00
Thursday07:30 - 22:00
Friday07:30 - 22:00
Saturday08:00 - 17:00
Sunday16:00 - 21:00

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Budget

6,5

Okay

Read 1 review

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

8.7

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.5

Value for money

6.7

3 locations in Brussels

Locations in Brussels

Rue Americaine 145

+32 2 537 12 80

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 17:00

Rue De France 2

+32 2 527 17 05

Monday07:30 - 22:00
Tuesday07:30 - 22:00
Wednesday07:30 - 22:00
Thursday07:30 - 22:00
Friday07:30 - 22:00
Saturday08:00 - 17:00
Sunday17:00 - 22:00

Rue de la Loi 75

+352 48 21 26

Monday09:00 - 13:00
Tuesday09:00 - 13:00
Wednesday09:00 - 13:00
Thursday09:00 - 13:00
Friday09:00 - 13:00

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2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Aug 2024

Compact

KAYAK
Kayak\Expedia applies to all the US rates. For a EU citizen this results in apparently low rates on web and terrible insurance covers which require to buy an additional insurance at a rate that is higher than for EU citizens. I cancelled the booking and made one directly on the Budget web site. I saved money, but I could not find the same car available since it was still booked throug my former reservation for a while. The local vendor did his best to help me and was accomodating for all issues, bening transparent and informative. Your process however is not transparent AT ALL in your web sites. I do not know if it is car companies or resellers or both to be PIRATES, but I blame all for profitting from distracted customers.

Hertz

5,7

Fair

Read 12 reviews

Cleanliness

6.3

Comfort

6.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.7

Value for money

6.6

3 locations in Brussels

Locations in Brussels

Brussels Airport

+32 2 720 60 44

Monday06:30 - 23:30
Tuesday06:30 - 23:30
Wednesday06:30 - 23:30
Thursday06:30 - 23:30
Friday06:30 - 23:30
Saturday06:30 - 23:30
Sunday06:30 - 23:30

Excelsiorlaan 20

+32 70 69 56 95

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00

Tgv-thalys-eurostar Arr

+32 2 524 31 00

Monday07:30 - 22:00
Tuesday07:30 - 22:00
Wednesday07:30 - 22:00
Thursday07:30 - 22:00
Friday07:30 - 22:00
Saturday08:00 - 17:00
Sunday16:00 - 21:00

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2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Jun 2025

Economy

KAYAK
Hertz REQUIRE a passport and flight ticket for vehicle rental. They WILL NOT rent out a vehicle without them. I was not a traveller coming into the country. I live near the airport and I needed the rental car to get to a job interview and I couldn't get it.

4,0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Dec 2024

Compact

KAYAK
They charged me 4 extra days where 1 extra day would have been normal

4,0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Dec 2024

Compact

KAYAK
They are unreachable , neither by phone, nor by email

4,0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Sept 2024

Intermediate

KAYAK
The car was in good shape with minor issues. Like the clutch has big wear, and tyres were unevenly inflated. Services were poor, having the car reserved by 1200pm(noon) I have received it only 50’ after that time, while I was waiting in their lobby, because the car was at car wash. Poor scheduling from them. After dropping the car, did not receive the invoice, even after 24hrs.

8,0 Very Good

Anonymous, Aug 2024

Compact

KAYAK
For the first time I have used the car rental it was nice and easy to deal with it. Thanks Kind regards Robert

4,0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Jul 2024

Compact SUV

KAYAK
interior not clean ; confusing final costing & new fees

Dollar

3,8

Poor

Read 3 reviews

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

6.5

Pick-up/Drop-off

4.8

Value for money

3.6

3 locations in Brussels

Locations in Brussels

Brussels Airport

+32 2 720 60 44

Monday06:30 - 23:30
Tuesday06:30 - 23:30
Wednesday06:30 - 23:30
Thursday06:30 - 23:30
Friday06:30 - 23:30
Saturday06:30 - 23:30
Sunday06:30 - 23:30

Excelsiorlaan 20

+32 70 69 56 95

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00

Tgv-eurostar Arrivals, South

+32 2 524 31 00

Monday07:30 - 22:00
Tuesday07:30 - 22:00
Wednesday07:30 - 22:00
Thursday07:30 - 22:00
Friday07:30 - 22:00
Saturday08:00 - 17:00
Sunday16:00 - 21:00

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2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Aug 2024

Economy

KAYAK
I reserved through kayak/Expedia for 55 Euros. When I get to the location, there was a mandatory 60 euro "location fee" that was not discloses during the reservation. I cancelled the reservation and left this feel should have been disclosed at reservation because I had other options available to me from other agencies that were cheaper than total 105 euros.

6,0 Okay

Anonymous, Apr 2024

Compact SUV

KAYAK
Price was 2x what was quoted through Kayak.

6,0 Okay

Pierre, Apr 2024

Economy

KAYAK
No signs for Dollar car rental posted at location except for a tiny sign inside the hertz car rental booth Even adjacent car rental companies didn't know where to direct me Complicated parking to retrieve and return rental vehicle. Otherwise rental staff was freindly.

Europcar

2,6

Poor

Read 1 review

Cleanliness

2.6

Comfort

2.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

2.6

Value for money

2.6

4 locations in Brussels

Locations in Brussels

Av D Auderghem, 68

+32 2639 2220

Opening times not available

Bruxelles-Midi,Place Victor Horta 1

+32 2 522 95 73

Opening times not available

Rue De Stalle 15a

+32 2348 9220

Opening times not available

Rue Du Rupel 1

+32 2 422 00 96

Opening times not available

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2,0 Poor

Francisco, Aug 2024

Economy

KAYAK
Was charged more than 100 eur extra charge for 'mandatory insurance' which was not mentioned when car was booked online

Virtuo

8,4

Very Good

2 locations in Brussels

Locations in Brussels

Avenue Fonsny 47B, Brussels

Opening times not available

Aéroport de Bruxelles

Opening times not available

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No reviews available

FLIZZR

7,4

Good

2 locations in Brussels

Locations in Brussels

Brussels South Station

Opening times not available

Leuvensesteenweg 36

Opening times not available

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No reviews available

Sunnycars

No score available yet

3 locations in Brussels

Locations in Brussels

Avenue de la Couronne 263

Opening times not available

Bruxelles-Midi,Place Victor Horta 1

Opening times not available

Petite Rue du Cerf 45-47

Opening times not available

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No reviews available

Free2Move

No score available yet

2 locations in Brussels

Locations in Brussels

20 B2, Avenue Du Bourget

+32 2 402 26 63

Monday07:00 - 19:00
Tuesday07:00 - 19:00
Wednesday07:00 - 19:00
Thursday07:00 - 19:00
Friday07:00 - 19:00

Av Jacques Georgin 15-19

+32 2 724 21 30

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 13:00

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No reviews available

YourRent

No score available yet

2 locations in Brussels

Locations in Brussels

Brussels International Airport

Opening times not available

Brussels Railstation

Opening times not available

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24 Hour Rent A Car

No score available yet

One location in Brussels

Locations in Brussels

Brussels-Midi Thalys station

+32 2585 3219

Opening times not available

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No reviews available

Autoclick Rent A Car

No score available yet

One location in Brussels

Locations in Brussels

Brussels Airport - Shuttle, Kouterveldstraat, 10- 12

Opening times not available

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INTERRENT

No score available yet

One location in Brussels

Locations in Brussels

Bruxelles Midi - Place Victor Horta

+32 2721 0408

Saturday08:00 - 17:00
Sunday10:00 - 18:00

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No reviews available

Renault rent a car

No score available yet

One location in Brussels

Locations in Brussels

Brussels Zaventem Airport

Opening times not available

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No reviews available

Shouqi

No score available yet

One location in Brussels

Locations in Brussels

National Airport

+86 10 6064 1387

Opening times not available

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UFODRIVE

No score available yet

One location in Brussels

Locations in Brussels

Level -1, Interparking 2 Portes

+32 2 681 11 60

Opening times not available

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86 travellers who hired a car in Brussels gave the car agency they used an average rating of 6.5

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