Richards Bay car hires from R311

On average a car hire in Richards Bay costs R564 per day.

The average price of fuel in Richards Bay is R83,93 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between R1 007 and R1 343, depending on the car size.

Mini (Suzuki Swift or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Richards Bay.

Car hire companies onsite at Richards Bay airport include Budget, Bluu and 1First Car Rental.

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

A Mini car hire in Richards Bay costs R354 per day, on average.

A Compact car hire in Richards Bay costs R512 per day, on average.

A Full Size car hire in Richards Bay costs R780 per day, on average.

The type of vehicle you decide for your car hire in Richards Bay depends on the type of trip you’re planning to take. For simply driving around in the town, you'll only need a smaller car model to get you from point A to point B. However, for excursions in outlying areas, you may need a bigger vehicle that can cope with dirt roads and slightly rougher terrain. If you plan on travelling with your family or a group of friends, consider hiring a vehicle that can accommodate your group’s luggage.

Richards Bay is a city in South Africa, so the national road rules apply. If you are driving in residential areas, you need to stick to the speed limit of 60 km/h (37 mph). However, surrounding roads in Richards Bay have a speed limit of 80 km/h (50 mph). On the highways going into Richards Bay between other surrounding cities, speed limits can be up to 120 km/h (75 mph). Mobile speed cameras are prominent in the area, so drivers should take extra care to avoid speeding fines, which will be billed to you by your chosen car hire company.

If you’re planning to book accommodation in Richards Bay, it’s advisable to check if there is off-street parking on offer. This will help to mitigate any risks associated with damage to the vehicle and theft. There are also several car parks in Richards Bay you can choose from when out and about, particularly when you’re at the beach. These include Alkantstrand Beach Parking and the corner of Launder & Davidson Lanes. The local shopping outlets have designated car parks that are safe to park in while you get supplies. Parking in Richards Bay should not cost you more than 25 ZAR (about 1 GBP) per day.