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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Nimes
- The city of Nimes is located roughly midway between Montpellier and Avignon in the southern French region of Occitanie. Its public transport network offers high-speed rail links to surrounding cities and towns, but these are limited to timetables and schedules which may not suit the casual tourist. With car hire in Nimes you retain full freedom to depart at a moment’s notice, and the flexibility to travel off-piste wherever your heart desires. The city of Lyon is a 156-mile drive north along the A7, while the port city of Marseille lies 76 miles south along the A54/A7.
- Nimes Ales Camargue Cevennes Airport (FNI) is about 8 miles from the city centre, so if you’re seeking a convenient location for car hire in Nimes after your flight, this is it. Some of the providers servicing Nimes Airport are Sixt, Hertz and Budget. You can find the airport’s Car Hire Centre landside from Arrivals, but if you have troubling locating it there’s a nearby information desk where you can seek assistance.
- There are three major roads that pass through the city of Nimes – the A9, the A54 and the N113 – and they are responsible for most inbound and outbound traffic to destinations beyond the city. From these, secondary roads like the D999 pass through the downtown area and are therefore prone to traffic congestion during the morning and evening rush hours. Downtown is an administrative, cultural and retail hub with heavy pedestrian, cycle and motor activity daily. Boulevards Victor Hugo, Gambetta and Amiral Courbet are streets to avoid during these periods. July and August are the peak summer months, which will aggravate all traffic patterns further.
- Consider 07:00 to 09:00 the morning rush period and busy evening hours to be from 18:00 to 20:30, when traffic is at its worst. Beyond the downtown area, the Mont Duplan district houses several educational institutions and a busy network of roads, which should be avoided during the morning rush hour and also from 17:00 to 18:00 when school ends. Between 13:00 and 15:00, traffic volumes increase citywide due to busy lunchtime and retail activity.
- Book your car hire in Nimes at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Mini car hire in Nimes are around 27% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about hiring a car in Nimes
What type of car is recommended for driving in Nimes?
Smaller vehicles such as compacts and economy cars are more affordable and fuel-efficient, making them ideal for travellers on a limited budget in Nimes. SUVs and luxury cars can handle greater passenger capacity and comfort, as well as extra storage space for extended hours on the roads outside the city.
What’s the speed limit in Nimes?
Speed limits in Nimes, as in all of France, are determined by road type and location. If you’re driving on streets in populated urban areas the legal speed limit is about 30mph, while on roads in rural districts the speed allowed by law is 50mph. Along dual carriageways you should not drive in excess of 70mph, but along major highways or motorways the maximum speed limit is about 80mph. Traffic and static cameras are in use along highways and intersections, so take precautions when driving.
Where are the best places to park in Nimes?
The city council of Nimes offers on-street parking around the city limits, which are metered and divided into two zones: Green and Red. Within Green zones, the tariff is about €1 (£0.90) per hour, while in Red zones it is about €1.50 (£1.30) per hour. The hours of operation are Monday to Friday between 09:00 and 12:00 and from 14:00 to 19:00, as well as Saturdays from 09:00 to 12:00. Outside of these hours, on-street parking is free except where restricted. Acceptable methods of payment are cash, debit or credit card and PayByPhone. Disabled parking is available in some areas.
How much is the price of fuel in Nimes?
The average price of fuel in Nimes is R147,36 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between R1 768 and R2 358, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular car hire in Nimes?
Mini (Fiat 500 or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Nimes.
How can I find car hires near me in Nimes?
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 Nimes?
A Mini car hire in Nimes costs R1 133 per day, on average.
How much does an Economy car hire cost in Nimes?
An Economy car hire in Nimes costs R1 177 per day, on average.
How much does a Standard car hire cost in Nimes?
A Standard car hire in Nimes costs R1 133 per day, on average.
Nimes car rental reviews and directory
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
8,0
Very Good
1 reviewCleanliness
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.0
Value for money
8.0
2 locations in Nimes
Locations in Nimes
111 Impasse Du Doubs
+33 4 30 31 00 03
Aeroport Nimes Arles Camargues
+33 4 66 05 58 79
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8,0 Very Good
Apr 2023
Europcar
2,0
Poor
1 reviewCleanliness
2.0
Comfort
2.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
2.0
Value for money
2.0
2 locations in Nimes
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Allée Boissy D'anglas (tunnel Gare)
+33 4 66 29 07 94
Cours De Dion Bouton Km Delta
+33 4 66 21 31 35
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2,0 Poor
Dec 2021
Sixt
2,0
Poor
1 reviewCleanliness
4.0
Comfort
6.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
2.0
Value for money
2.0
One location in Nimes
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Allée Boissy d'Anglas
+33 4 11 54 00 53
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2,0 Poor
May 2023
Avis
7,3
Good
1 reviewOne location in Nimes
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Gare Sncf
+33 4 34 14 80 15
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Thrifty
9,3
Wonderful
No reviews available
3 locations in Nimes
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4 Avenue De Mediterranee
+33 4 66 76 25 91
Aeroport De Nimes-garons
+33 4 66 70 19 96
Chemin De Joncquieres
+33 4 30 31 99 95
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keddy by Europcar
9,0
Wonderful
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2 locations in Nimes
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1 Rue Sainte Felicite Parking Q-park Feucheres Niveau -2
+33 4 66 29 07 94
Cours De Dion Bouton Km Delta
+33 4 66 21 31 35
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National
8,8
Very Good
No reviews available
One location in Nimes
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Enterprise Rent A Car
+33 4 99 92 66 58
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Dollar
8,0
Very Good
No reviews available
3 locations in Nimes
Locations in Nimes
4 Avenue De Mediterranee
+33 4 66 76 25 91
Aeroport De Nimes-garons
+33 4 66 70 19 96
Chemin De Joncquieres
+33 4 30 31 99 95
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Rent@Car
8,0
Very Good
No reviews available
3 locations in Nimes
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1846, Avenue du Marechal Juin
+33 4 66 29 01 85
2289 Route de Montpellier
+33 4 66 29 00 90
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Hertz
7,8
Good
No reviews available
2 locations in Nimes
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4 Avenue De La Medit
+33 4 66 76 25 91
Aeroport De Nimes-garons
+33 4 66 70 19 96
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Alamo
7,1
Good
No reviews available
One location in Nimes
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Enterprise Rent A Car
+33 4 66 05 58 79
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Budget
6,5
Okay
No reviews available
2 locations in Nimes
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Gare Sncf
+33 4 34 14 80 15
Saint Gilles
+33 8 21 23 39 92
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5 Allée Boissy d'Anglas
+33 4 11 54 00 53
Nimes Airport
+33 8 20 00 74 98
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2 bis Rue des Quatrefages
+33 4 30 92 02 35
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1667, avenue du Maréchal Juin
+33 4 66 84 69 08
2290 Route De Montpellier
+33 6 09 39 95 18
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Aeroport Nimes Arles Camargues
+33 4 66 70 49 20
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Most popular car type | Mini |
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