Car hire in Tartu, Estonia

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

When's the cheapest time to hire a car in Tartu?

Our data shows that February is the cheapest month to rent a car in Tartu. It’s around 15 € per day in February, compared to the yearly average of 25 € per day.
Cheapest month avgFebruary • 15 €
Yearly avg price25 €

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There are 12 car hire providers in Tartu. Check out the map below to find the most convenient pick-up spot.

Car hire pick-up spots in Tartu

Compare car hire prices at airports, train stations and in different neighbourhoods across Tartu. 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 Tartu

Europcar
Sixt
Keddy By Europcar

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

Based on recent Skyscanner data, the Toyota Corolla is the most popular car to hire in Tartu, with prices starting from 40 € per day. The Hyundai i30 and similar models are also popular drives in Tartu.
Toyota Corolla
Toyota Corolla29% chose this
Hyundai i30
Hyundai i3015% chose this
Skoda Kamiq
Skoda Kamiq15% chose this
Skoda Scala
Skoda Scala15% chose this
Most popular carToyota Corolla
Why?Comfortable, practical, good value

Tartu's cheapest car hire providers

Sixt has the cheapest car hire in Tartu right now, with prices from 40 € per day. You'll save an average of per day when you book with them.
Sixtfrom 40 € per day
Cheapest providerSixt

Hiring a car in Tartu: Fast facts

Here's everything you need to know to hit the road happy.
Most popular car hire companyEuropcar
Most popular carLarge, fullsize passenger van
Average daily price94 €
Best time to book1 week before

How to book the best car rental deals in Tartu

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Book now, cancel later

We clearly highlight car and van hire options in Tartu 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 Tartu for a whole month

Want to hire a car for almost a month? Often, car rental companies in Tartu 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 Tartu, 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 Tartu car hire location, hop in and hit the road.

Frequently asked questions

The average car hire cost in Tartu is 94 € per day or 659 € for a seven-day rental. If you're looking for a cheap deal, the lowest price we found is 40 € per day for Small hire from Sixt. Need a specific type of car? Here's how prices compare:
Economy
Average price: 59 € per day.
Cheapest price found: 40 € per day.
SUV
Average price: 99 € per day.
Cheapest price found: 55 € per day.
Premium/Luxury
Average price: 121 € per day.
Cheapest price found: 87 € per day.
The cheapest car to rent in Tartu is Small, economy. The most popular is Large, fullsize passenger van.
The cheapest car hire company in Tartu is currently Sixt, followed by Europcar.
Bagging the best car hire deal depends on when you book  – often, it pays to book your wheels as far in advance as possible. But according to our data, the cheapest month to rent a car in Tartu is currently December.
On average, around 659 €. But the best price we found for car hire for a week in Tartu is 275 €.
Based on everything we know about daily prices, the average cost to hire a car in Tartu for a whole month is 900 €. 

But sometimes, you'll get a discount for booking a whole month instead of 3 and a half weeks. So play with your dates to find the best deals!
If you're looking for freedom to explore Tartu, 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 Tartu 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 48 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 Tartu offer same-day car hire. If you're looking for last-minute car hire in Tartu, search for today's date on Skyscanner to compare what's available.
The best time to book car hire in Tartu 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 Tartu is usually around 70 € per day or less. That's about 25% cheaper than the average price in Tartu, which is 94 € per day. The cheapest price we found in Tartu is 40 € per day with Sixt for Small car hire.
It depends on the car hire company. Some companies in Tartu 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 Tartu. 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.
The easiest way to compare car hire prices in Tartu is to look at lots of companies at once, rather than checking each one individually. Skyscanner searches 4 car hire companies and compares prices across 55 available cars, so you don't have to.
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 Tartu.
The cheapest price we found for an economy car is 40 € per day. The average price per day is around 59 €.
Of course. Most major car hire companies like Europcar, Sixt and Keddy By Europcar 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 Tartu, based on Skyscanner reviews. We've also included their average daily prices to help you compare your options.
Sixt
1.0/5 (from 1 reviews)
Average daily price: 62 €
Europcar
1.0/5 (from 1 reviews)
Average daily price: 82 €
Keddy By Europcar
1.0/5 (from 1 reviews)
Average daily price: 73 €
You don't have to get it, but it's worth thinking about. In Tartu, the excess (what you pay if the car gets damaged or stolen) ranges from 850 € to 2.300 € 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 Citroen Spacetourer — averages 94 € per day in Tartu. According to our data, the lowest price for Large car hire in Tartu right now is 59 € per day with Keddy By Europcar.
Luxury car hire, like the Mercedes E-Class, costs an average of 121 € per day in Tartu. The cheapest price we could find is 87 € per day with Sixt.
Medium car hire, which is usually something like the Toyota Corolla, averages 71 € per day in Tartu. The cheapest price we found for Medium car hire in Tartu is 42 € per day with Sixt.
Yes. Most car hire companies in Tartu let you add an extra driver. You usually need to pay an additional driver fee which costs around 5 € per day. Some companies include it at no extra cost, so check the details before you book.
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 Tartu.
No, it's around 3% more expensive to hire a car at Tartu Airport. The cheapest car hire at Tartu Airport starts from 41 € per day, while options in Tartu start from 40 € per day. Having said that, if you're flying into Tartu Airport, picking up your car when you land is more convenient. Central Tartu is around 7.2km away from Tartu Airport. It'll take you around 15 minutes to get there by car or 1 hour and 10 minutes by public transport. So it's worth weighing up the price difference against the time and cost of travelling into the city.