Avignon car rental guide
Top 10 Car Rental Companies in Avignon
The best car rental companies in Avignon are Sixt, ADA, Avis. Prices start from €26/day for an economy car, the minimum age is 21, and airport pickup adds about 10%.
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Top 10 rental companies in Avignon
Ranked by customer rating, price transparency and pickup convenience. Each opens a pre-filled search.
#1
Sixt
Editor’s pickFull-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €300Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€29/day
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#2
Hertz
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €300Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€31/day
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#3
Avis
Top ratedFull-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €300Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€28/day
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#4
Budget
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €250Min age 21Free cancellationAirport
From€25/day
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#5
Alamo
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €300Min age 21Free cancellationAirport
From€27/day
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#6
Europcar
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €300Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€27/day
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#7
Enterprise
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €300Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€30/day
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#8
National
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €300Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€32/day
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#9
ADA
Local pickFull-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €200Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€22/day
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Prices are indicative market estimates · Last checked 2026-07-21 · 2 public sources (DiscoverCars + market data)
Price guide
Prices by car type in Avignon
| Car type | From / day | Example | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|
| Economy | €26 | Renault Clio | 4 |
| Compact | €31 | Peugeot 208 | 4 |
| SUV | €47 | Peugeot 2008 | 5 |
| Minivan (7-seat) | €63 | Citroën Berlingo | 7 |
| Luxury | €92 | Audi A4 | 5 |
Pickup locations
Where to pick up a car in Avignon
Airport — Avignon-Provence Airport (AVN)
Avignon-Provence Airport has limited seasonal routes, so many visitors instead fly into Marseille (MRS), about 1 hour south, and drive up via the A7 motorway.
Downtown — Avignon city center
Local desks near the TGV station and the walled old town serve visitors who arrive by high-speed train and only want a car for exploring the Luberon and Provence countryside.
Fees
Fees at a glance
| Fee | Typical amount | When it applies |
|---|---|---|
| Airport surcharge | ~10% of base rate | AVN or Marseille airport pickup |
| Young-driver fee (21–24) | €12–25/day | Drivers under 25 |
| Additional driver | €6–10/day | Per extra driver |
| A7 motorway tolls | €5–15 per trip | Driving to/from Marseille, Lyon, or the coast |
| Historic-center parking | €2–4/hour | Inside the medieval ramparts, limited spaces |
| Refundable deposit | €200–450 | Standard hold at pickup |
Local intelligence
Things to know before renting in Avignon
- Avignon's own airport (AVN) has limited seasonal routes, so many international visitors instead fly into Marseille (MRS), about 1 hour south via the A7 motorway.
- Avignon's medieval old town is still encircled by its 14th-century ramparts, and driving inside them means navigating narrow one-way streets with limited, metered parking.
- A rental car is the standard way to explore the Luberon villages — Gordes, Roussillon, and Ménerbes — none of which have meaningful public transport connections from Avignon.
- The Pont du Gard, a Roman aqueduct and popular day trip, is about 25 minutes from Avignon and has its own paid car park at the visitor center.
- Provence's famous lavender fields near Sault and Valensole are best visited by car in June–July, with narrow rural roads that get busy with photographers during bloom season.
- Avignon sits on the A7 "Autoroute du Soleil," making it a convenient stop for road trips between Lyon and the Mediterranean coast, though tolls apply on most of the route.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about renting a car in Avignon
Do you need a car in Avignon?
Not for the walled old town, which is compact and walkable. A car becomes valuable for exploring the Luberon villages, Pont du Gard, and Provence's countryside beyond the city.
Should I fly into Avignon or Marseille?
Marseille (MRS) has far more international routes than Avignon's own airport, so many visitors fly into Marseille and drive about 1 hour north via the A7 motorway.
Where do you park in Avignon's old town?
Street parking inside the ramparts is metered and limited. Most visitors use one of the paid car parks just outside the walls, within a short walk of the historic center.
Can I visit the Luberon villages without a car?
It's difficult — villages like Gordes and Roussillon have minimal public transport. A rental car is the practical way to see more than one village in a day.
Is the Pont du Gard easy to reach by car?
Yes, it's about a 25-minute drive from Avignon with a dedicated paid car park at the visitor center, making it one of the easiest day trips in the region.
Are there tolls driving from Avignon?
Yes, the A7 motorway connecting Avignon to Marseille, Lyon, and the coast is a toll road, typically €5–15 depending on distance.
What is the cheapest car type in Avignon?
Economy cars like a Renault Clio start around €26/day. For a family trip through Provence, a 7-seat minivan starts around €63/day.
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