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Top tips for hiring a car in Barbados
- As long as you hold a valid driver’s license from your country of origin or an International Driver’s Permit, you can obtain a mandatory visitor’s permit to drive and rent a car in Barbados. Fees range from 10 BBD (5 USD) for a two-month permit to 100 BBD (50 USD) for a one-year permit. These permits are available at all rental agencies throughout the island. Also, make sure you have a credit card, because there are some agencies (Courtesy Rent-A-Car) that do not accept cash.
- Parking your rental car in Barbados is fairly easy because the laws are very relaxed in this regard. Generally speaking, free parking areas within town limits are designated by the letter P or wherever you find parking meters. Outside of municipal limits you are free to park on most roads, but always take care to use well-lit areas wherever possible.
- Should you decide to rent a car in Barbados, you should know that rush-hour traffic on the island heading towards Bridgetown (the capital) between the hours of 7:00 am and 8:30 am and out of Bridgetown between 4:30 pm and 5:30 pm can cause excessively long lines and frequent jams. You should keep this in mind if you intend to be on the road or if you have appointments that you need to keep.
- Apart from the national ABC Highway, most roads in Barbados consist of one lane in either direction, and many streets in the countryside are not well lit, so use extreme caution when driving at night. Despite its size, it is not uncommon to find yourself lost when driving on the island. This is especially true for first-time visitors, so renting a GPS system is a good investment.
- 25% of our users found a car hire in Barbados for €26 or less
- Book your car hire in Barbados at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Economy hire cars in Barbados are around 60% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about hiring a car in Barbados
How much does it cost to hire a car in Barbados?
On average a car hire in Barbados costs €75 per day.
What is the most popular car hire in Barbados?
Economy (Class Economy Car or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Barbados.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Barbados?
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest car hires were found at Ace (€44/day), Stoutes Car Rental (€45/day) and Drive A Matic (€53/day).
How can I find car hires near me in Barbados?
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How much does it cost to hire a car for a week in Barbados?
On average a car hire in Barbados costs €268 per week (€38 per day).
How much does it cost to hire a car long term for a month in Barbados?
On average a car hire in Barbados costs €1,149 per month (€38 per day).
What is driving like in Barbados?
As in the UK, drivers in Barbados use the left side of the road. All rentals are designated with the letter H on the license plate. Roundabouts are very common, especially at major highway intersections, so exercise caution when you navigate them. If you are traveling with children, you will need a child seat for any kids 5 years or younger.
How old do you have to be to hire a car in Barbados?
Thinking of renting a car in Barbados? If so, you need to be at least 21 years old and have some experience behind the wheel. Rental companies’ regulations vary between holding a valid driver’s license for 2 to 5 years, but there is no young persons’ fee applicable. If you are a senior over the age of 70, you will require a medical certificate in order to qualify to rent a car.
How much does petrol cost in Barbados?
While a liter of petrol will cost about $0.83 in the US, in Barbados the price is about $1.96 per liter ($3.14 per gallon in the US). Diesel prices are much better ($1.57 per liter and $5.89 per gallon) in comparison (in the United States, $0.81 per liter and $3.08 per gallon). Fortunately, the island is not very big, and a good network of roads ensures that a full tank can go a long way.
What are the speed limits in Barbados?
When driving a rental car in Barbados, you should observe the following speed limits: 40 km/h or about 25 mph when you are in the city or developed areas, 60 km/h or about 38 mph in rural areas and 80 km/h or about 50 mph on highways. If in doubt, always pay attention to the speed-limit signs, which are posted at various points along all minor and major roads.
Car hire directory
Drive A Matic car hire locations in Barbados
7 Locations
Courtesy car hire locations in Barbados
6 Locations
Autounion Car Rental car hire locations in Barbados
4 Locations
Stoutes Car Rental car hire locations in Barbados
4 Locations
Sunnycars car hire locations in Barbados
4 Locations
Bajan Car Rentals car hire locations in Barbados
3 Locations
DISCOUNT.QUEBEC car hire locations in Barbados
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Hertz car hire locations in Barbados
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Sixt car hire locations in Barbados
3 Locations
Alamo car hire locations in Barbados
2 Locations
Enterprise Rent-A-Car car hire locations in Barbados
2 Locations
Europcar car hire locations in Barbados
2 Locations
Good to know
Most popular agency | Drive A Matic |
|---|---|
Most popular car type | Economy |
Average price | €38/day |
Good deal | €26/day |