Car hire in Marseille, France

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Driving in Marseille: What to expect on the road

Documents you'll need
You’ll need a full licence, passport and credit card.
To rent a car in Marseille, bring your driving licence, passport and credit card. An International Driving Permit (IDP) is recommended if your licence is not in English or issued outside the EU.
Navigating city driving
Busy streets and sharp turns need attention.
Driving in Marseille involves narrow lanes, trams, and fast-changing traffic. Use a navigation app to avoid one-way systems and stay clear of the Vieux-Port area during peak times.
Tolls, emissions zones and charges
There is a low-emission zone in place.
Marseille has a ZFE-m zone (Low Emission Zone), which restricts older vehicles. Toll roads in Marseille are common on routes leaving the city. Check if your hire car qualifies and pay online or via your rental firm.
Parking your car in Marseille
Central parking is limited — plan ahead.
Street parking in Marseille is paid and time-limited, especially near the port. Multi-storey car parks are a better option. Hotels often offer underground or gated parking.
Finding fuel or charging points
Fuel is available — EV charging is growing.
Petrol stations are easy to find in Marseille. EV charging stations in Marseille are increasing — use apps like Chargemap or PlugShare to check for access near your hotel or accommodation.
Local driving style and tips
Drivers are fast and road rules vary.
Local driving rules in Marseille are loosely followed. Expect aggressive lane changes, quick overtaking and limited indicator use. Drive with confidence and stay cautious on inner-city roads.
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Hiring a car in Marseille: Fast facts

Here's everything you need to know to hit the road happy.
Most popular car hire companyEuropcar
Most popular carCompact, 4-5 doors
Average daily price105,393F
Best time to book2 weeks before

How to book the best car rental deals in Marseille

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Book now, cancel later

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

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

Frequently asked questions

On average, hiring a car in Marseille will set you back around 105,393F per day or 372,571F per week. 
The cheapest car to rent in Marseille is an intermediate van or truck. The most popular is Compact, 4-5 doors.
The cheapest car hire companies in Marseille are currently Dollar and Sicily by Car.
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 Marseille is currently November.
On average, around 372,571F. But the best price we found for car hire for a week in Marseille is 29,571F.
Based on everything we know about daily prices, the average cost to hire a car in Marseille for a whole month is 1,204,338F. 

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 Marseille, 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 Marseille that have free cancellation
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 Marseille.
Most places – Marseille included – allow under 25s to rent a car as long as they provide a valid driver's license and the correct documentation. It may cost slightly more due to a higher insurance excess for young drivers. 
The cheapest price we found for an economy car is 17,534F per day. The average price per day is around 98,191F.
Of course. Most major car hire companies like Europcar, Goldcar and Keddy By Europcar offer baby and child seats as an add-on when you book.
Other travellers rated Europcar as the best overall in terms of experience.
Yes – van hire is available in Marseille.