Car hire in Ōtsu, Japan

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These are the lowest Ōtsu car hire prices we found over the next 30 days and are subject to change.

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There are 26 car hire providers in Ōtsu. Check out the map below to find the most convenient pick-up spot.

Car hire pick-up spots in Ōtsu

Compare car hire prices at airports, train stations and in different neighbourhoods across Ōtsu. You might find a better price, or the perfect pick-up point nearby. Start your journey where it suits you.
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These are estimated prices to help you choose from a large number of options. Each is an average based on the lowest car rental prices found for each destination over the last 15 days.

The most popular car rental companies in Ōtsu

Toyota Rent A Car
Hertz
Super Discount
Sixt
NIPPON Rent A Car
RELYON Car Station

What's the most popular car to hire in Ōtsu?

Based on recent Skyscanner data, the Honda Civic is the most popular car to hire in Ōtsu, with prices starting from $ 61.441 per day. The Toyota Prius and similar models are also popular drives in Ōtsu.
Honda Civic
Honda Civic15% chose this
Toyota Prius
Toyota Prius15% chose this
Toyota Prius Hybrid
Toyota Prius Hybrid12% chose this
Toyota Yaris
Toyota Yaris12% chose this
Most popular carHonda Civic
Why?Comfortable, practical, good value

Ōtsu's cheapest car hire providers

IX Rental has the cheapest car hire in Ōtsu right now, with prices from $ 66.721 per day. You'll save an average of $ 24.410 per day when you book with them.
IX Rentalfrom $ 66.721 per day
ネットレンタカーfrom $ 78.115 per day
Toyota Rent A Carfrom $ 97.111 per day
Nissan Rent a Carfrom $ 98.167 per day
Cheapest providerIX Rental
Book with them to save around$ 24.410 per day

Hiring a car in Ōtsu: Fast facts

Here's everything you need to know to hit the road happy.
Most popular car hire companyToyota Rent A Car
Most popular carLarge, fullsize passenger van
Average daily price$ 253.174
Best time to bookLess than 1 week before

How to book the best car rental deals in Ōtsu

We’re frequently named as the most trusted travel search site out there. We scan hundreds of trusted travel providers and put it all in one place, allowing you to instantly compare car hire rates and then book with no fees. Here's how to get the most out of your Ōtsu car rental search.

Book now, cancel later

We clearly highlight car and van hire options in Ōtsu that have free cancellation. So you can bag the best deal with total flexibility to change your plans if you need to.

Rent a car in Ōtsu for a whole month

Want to hire a car for almost a month? Often, car rental companies in Ōtsu avoid costly admin in between pick-ups by hiring out cars for longer periods. So see if monthly car hire is cheaper than the three weeks you need it for by selecting 30 days.

Compare fuel policies

To save money on topping up the tank as you take off in Ōtsu, look out for deals with a 'full to full' fuel policy, as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

Skip the queues

We call out keyless pick-up when you search for cars with us. No keys to pick up, means no queues. Just turn up at your preferred Ōtsu car hire location, hop in and hit the road.

Frequently asked questions

The average car hire cost in Ōtsu is $ 251.955 per day or $ 1.772.215 for a seven-day rental. If you're looking for a cheap deal, the lowest price we found is $ 61.145 per day for Small hire from Super Discount. Need a specific type of car? Here's how prices compare:
Economy
Average price: $ 182.776 per day.
Cheapest price found: $ 61.145 per day.
SUV
Average price: $ 239.210 per day.
Cheapest price found: $ 66.755 per day.
Premium/Luxury
Average price: $ 170.793 per day.
Cheapest price found: $ 170.793 per day.
The cheapest car to rent in Ōtsu is Small, mini. The most popular is Large, fullsize passenger van.
The cheapest car hire companies in Ōtsu are currently IX Rental and Toyota Rent A Car.
On average, around $ 1.772.215. But the best price we found for car hire for a week in Ōtsu is $ 430.082.
If you're looking for freedom to explore Ōtsu, choose a car with unlimited mileage, or look for car hire deals with a ’full to full' fuel policy as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

We also clearly highlight car and van hire options in Ōtsu that have free cancellation
If you've booked car hire with free cancellation, you can usually cancel or change your booking without paying a fee. The deadline depends on the car hire company, but it's typically around 24 hours before pick-up. If you cancel after that, you may be charged. If your booking doesn't include free cancellation, you'll need to check the car hire company's cancellation policy. Depending on when you cancel, you might have to pay a fee or you won't get a refund.
Yes. Most car hire companies in Ōtsu offer same-day car hire. If you're looking for last-minute car hire in Ōtsu, search for today's date on Skyscanner to compare what's available.
The best time to book car hire in Ōtsu is usually as early as you can. Booking ahead often means cheaper prices and more cars to choose from. You can sometimes find a good last-minute deal, but it's never guaranteed and availability is often more limited.
A good deal for car hire in Ōtsu is usually around $ 188.966 per day or less. That's about 25% cheaper than the average price in Ōtsu, which is $ 251.955 per day. The cheapest price we found in Ōtsu is $ 61.145 per day with Super Discount for Small car hire.
It depends on the car hire company. Some companies in Ōtsu will let you drive your hire car abroad, often for an extra fee, while others don't allow it. If you're planning to cross a border, check with the car hire company before you travel. Driving your hire car abroad without permission could invalidate your insurance or break the terms of your rental agreement.
It depends on the car hire company. Some accept debit cards, others require a credit card. Either way, you'll need enough money on your card to cover a security deposit which you'll get back when you return the car.
Electric cars aren't currently available to hire in Ōtsu. More electric cars are becoming available, so that could change in the future. If you're still looking for a lower-emission option, you can compare hybrid cars on Skyscanner.
Yes – you can easily find car hire companies that allow you to pick up your car in one place, and then drop it off in another. Just select ‘Return car to a different location’ when you search with us.
Public transport can only get you so far, and could be tricky to navigate with children or luggage. With your own set of wheels, you can go wherever you want, whenever you want, for as long as you want. And you'll be able to discover more outside of Ōtsu.
The cheapest price we found for an economy car is $ 61.145 per day. The average price per day is around $ 182.776.
Of course. Most major car hire companies like Toyota Rent A Car, Hertz and Super Discount offer baby and child seats as an add-on when you book.
The best car hire company depends on what's most important to you. If customer ratings are your priority, here are some of the highest-rated car hire companies in Ōtsu, based on Skyscanner reviews. We've also included their average daily prices to help you compare your options.
Toyota Rent A Car
1.0/5 (from 1 reviews)
Average daily price: $ 142.547
Super Discount
1.0/5 (from 1 reviews)
Average daily price: $ 189.444
National
1.0/5 (from 1 reviews)
Average daily price: $ 111.081
You don't have to get it, but it's worth thinking about. In Ōtsu, the excess (what you pay if the car gets damaged or stolen) ranges from $ 479.839 to $ 957.600 depending on who you book with. The cost of excess insurance also varies by car hire company. You can buy excess insurance separately, which is usually cheaper than buying it through the car hire company.
Large car hire — like the Ford Transit Wagon — averages $ 251.955 per day in Ōtsu. According to our data, the lowest price for Large car hire in Ōtsu right now is $ 97.111 per day with Toyota Rent A Car.
Luxury car hire, like the Nissan NV Passenger, costs an average of $ 170.793 per day in Ōtsu. The cheapest price we could find is $ 170.793 per day with IX Rental.
Yes. Most car hire companies in Ōtsu let you add an extra driver. You usually need to pay an additional driver fee which costs around $ 0 per day. The good news is that some companies, like IX Rental, Toyota Rent A Car and Times, include it at no extra cost.
We search the internet for all kinds of vehicle hire deals, including vans. But at the moment, we can't find any van hire in Ōtsu.