Coimbra car hire

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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Coimbra

  • If you’re looking for car hire in Coimbra, it's the best way to get around the city and the surrounding areas. With a hire car, you can alleviate the waiting times and reliance on public transportation schedules and enjoy your trip with a little more freedom. From Coimbra, there are plenty of great places to visit by car, such as Aveiro, which is the ‘Venice of Portugal’ and only around 50 minutes away. Other notable places to visit are Buçaco Forest, only 30 minutes by car, and also Luso a charming spa town which is only 35 minutes away.
  • When arranging car hire in Coimbra and looking to collect your vehicle at the airport, note that there isn’t an airport in Coimbra. However, the closest airport where you will likely have more options of agencies and vehicles is Porto Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO). Here you can find the companies in the Arrivals Hall, immediately after Baggage Claim, and to collect your vehicle each car agency has a shuttle service to take you to the car park for collection.
  • Once you’ve sorted out your Coimbra car hire, make sure you get accustomed to the specific driving regulations of the region, as they might differ slightly from what you are accustomed to in your home country. If you are travelling with children, remember that Portuguese law requires children under the age of 12 years, or those with a height below 135 cm, to use an appropriate child safety seat while in a vehicle. Additionally, be cautious of the strict drinking driving laws, as Portugal's legal blood alcohol concentration limit is 0.05%. It is advisable to abstain from alcohol altogether.
  • If you’re driving around Coimbra, it’s worth making a note of various roads to avoid throughout the day, particularly during the morning (7:00-10:00) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours. So, it is wise to look for alternative routes if you’re considering travelling on Avenida Fernão de Magalhães, which is one of the main roads leading into the centre, or Ponte Rainha Santa Isabel, which is the city’s bridge connecting the city centre to the left back of the Mondego River. In addition, the main roads of Rua Padre António Vieira and Avenida Emídio Navarro both lead into the centre and can get very congested with people commuting to and from work.
  • Book your car hire in Coimbra at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Compact hire cars in Coimbra are around 46% more expensive than other car types, on average
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FAQs about hiring a car in Coimbra

  • How much is the price of fuel in Coimbra?

    The average price of fuel in Coimbra is €6.63 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between €80 and €106, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular car hire in Coimbra?

    Compact (Renault Clio or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Coimbra.

  • Which car hire agencies are at Porto airport (OPO)?

    Car hire companies onsite at Porto airport include OPORent, Rent a Star and Ok Mobility.

  • Which car hire companies will pick you up at Porto airport (OPO)?

    Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Porto airport to off-airport locations include DRIVEONHOLIDAYS, Goldcar Rental SP, OPORent, Rent a Star, Budget and Europcar.

  • How can I find car hires near me in Coimbra?

    Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.

  • How much does a Compact car hire cost in Coimbra?

    A Compact car hire in Coimbra costs €37 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Mini car hire cost in Coimbra?

    A Mini car hire in Coimbra costs €33 per day, on average.

  • How much does an Economy car hire cost in Coimbra?

    An Economy car hire in Coimbra costs €20 per day, on average.

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Coimbra?

    Coimbra is a historic city that intricate, tight streets, so navigating around these streets can be tricky if you have a large vehicle. Naturally, to take on tight corners around the city centre, a compact vehicle would be your best option to hire, especially if you consider fitting into small parking spaces as well. Fuel prices in Portugal tend to be quite high, so opting for a fuel-efficient car is best, and typically compact economy cars have the best fuel efficiency.

  • What’s the speed limit in Coimbra, Portugal?

    For speed limits in Coimbra, within urban areas, is typically 50 km/h. This limit applies to most city streets and roads, unless otherwise posted. Some residential areas and school zones may have reduced speed limits, often set at 30 km/h. Make sure to look for signs indicating the specific speed limit in these areas. On rural roads and highways, the speed limit is typically 90 km/h, but be aware the speed limit may be increased to 120 km/h if indicated by appropriate signs.

  • Where are the best places to park in Coimbra?

    For car hire in Coimbra, it’s good to know where the best parking areas are located. Firstly, you can find free parking at Parque Verde do Mondego, though outside the city centre, it allows you to enjoy a pleasant stroll along the Mondego River. Near the historic centre of the city, Parque de Santa Cruz has free parking, while Parque da Canção is another location near the centre. If you end up having to pay for parking, you can find streets with meters, and typically you will be charged between €2-€3 per hour (roughly ₹185-₹275).

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Coimbra car rental reviews and directory 
All ratings and reviews are collected from KAYAK users with a verified car hire booking. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

10.0

Wonderful

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Best rated

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

3.9

One location in Coimbra

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Locations in Coimbra

Av Fernao Magalhaes No 216

+351 239 100 067

Monday14:00 - 19:0008:30 - 13:00
Tuesday08:30 - 13:0014:00 - 19:00
Wednesday14:00 - 19:0008:30 - 13:00
Thursday08:30 - 13:0014:00 - 19:00
Friday14:00 - 19:0008:30 - 13:00
Saturday09:00 - 13:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

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Budget

8.0

Very Good

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.0

Value for money

8.0

One location in Coimbra

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Estrada Das L?grimas Lote 8

+351 239 834 786

Monday08:30 - 13:0014:30 - 18:30
Tuesday14:30 - 18:3008:30 - 13:00
Wednesday08:30 - 13:0014:30 - 18:30
Thursday08:30 - 13:0014:30 - 18:30
Friday14:30 - 18:3008:30 - 13:00

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Hertz

8.0

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.3

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.0

Value for money

8.6

One location in Coimbra

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Rue Padre Estevao Cabral

+351 21 942 6300

Monday09:00 - 13:0015:00 - 19:00
Tuesday09:00 - 13:0015:00 - 19:00
Wednesday09:00 - 13:0015:00 - 19:00
Thursday09:00 - 13:0015:00 - 19:00
Friday15:00 - 19:0009:00 - 13:00
Saturday09:00 - 13:00

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4.0 Mediocre

Brad, Mar 2024

Intermediate

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Very rude person at Lisbon airport for drop off—a bonafide jerk. Not the kind of person you want representing your company

1 out of 1

SADORENT

10.0

Wonderful

One location in Coimbra

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Locations in Coimbra

Rua Padre Estevão Cabral, 120

+351 239 245 574

Monday09:00 - 13:0014:30 - 18:30
Tuesday14:30 - 18:3009:00 - 13:00
Wednesday14:30 - 18:3009:00 - 13:00
Thursday14:30 - 18:3009:00 - 13:00
Friday14:30 - 18:3009:00 - 13:00
Saturday09:00 - 13:00

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Guerin

9.6

Wonderful

2 locations in Coimbra

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Locations in Coimbra

Av. Fernao de Magalhaes, N 216

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R. Dr. Rosa Falcão 6, 3000-348 Coimbra

+351 239 100 067

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Europcar

7.7

Good

2 locations in Coimbra

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Est.de Comboios De Coimbra B

+351 239 496 559

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Rua Eng Jorge Anjinho Lote 6 N139

+351 930 500 147

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Avis

7.1

Good

One location in Coimbra

Locations in Coimbra

Estrada Das Lagrimas Lote 8

+351 239 834 786

Monday08:30 - 13:0014:30 - 18:30
Tuesday14:30 - 18:3008:30 - 13:00
Wednesday08:30 - 13:0014:30 - 18:30
Thursday14:30 - 18:3008:30 - 13:00
Friday08:30 - 13:0014:30 - 18:30

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DRIVALIA

7.0

Good

2 locations in Coimbra

Locations in Coimbra

Rua Avelar Brotero 22, 3030-317, Coimbra

+351 239 723 324

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Rua Padre Estevão Cabral, 120,3000-316 Coimbra

+351 239 245 574

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Thrifty

6.5

Okay

One location in Coimbra

Locations in Coimbra

Rue Padre Estevao Cabral

+351 21 942 6300

Monday09:00 - 13:0015:00 - 19:00
Tuesday09:00 - 13:0015:00 - 19:00
Wednesday15:00 - 19:0009:00 - 13:00
Thursday09:00 - 13:0015:00 - 19:00
Friday15:00 - 19:0009:00 - 13:00
Saturday09:00 - 13:00

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Dollar

6.4

Okay

One location in Coimbra

Locations in Coimbra

Rue Padre Estevao Cabral

+351 21 942 6300

Monday09:00 - 13:0015:00 - 19:00
Tuesday15:00 - 19:0009:00 - 13:00
Wednesday15:00 - 19:0009:00 - 13:00
Thursday09:00 - 13:0015:00 - 19:00
Friday15:00 - 19:0009:00 - 13:00
Saturday09:00 - 13:00

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keddy by Europcar

4.8

Mediocre

5 locations in Coimbra

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Coimbra B

+351 239 496 559

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Coimbra Railway Station

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Estadio Cidade De Coimbra, Rua D. Joao III 35

+351 239 723 324

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R.brotero

+351 239 723 324

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Rua Eng Jorge Anjinho Lote 6 N139

+351 930 500 147

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Free2Move

No score available yet

4 locations in Coimbra

Locations in Coimbra

Avenida Fernão de Magalhães, 333

+351 239 003 000

Monday09:00 - 13:0014:00 - 19:00
Tuesday14:00 - 19:0009:00 - 13:00
Wednesday09:00 - 13:0014:00 - 19:00
Thursday09:00 - 13:0014:00 - 19:00
Friday09:00 - 13:0014:00 - 19:00

Est.coselhas 230

+351 239 841 815

Monday09:00 - 13:0014:00 - 19:00
Tuesday09:00 - 13:0014:00 - 19:00
Wednesday14:00 - 19:0009:00 - 13:00
Thursday09:00 - 13:0014:00 - 19:00
Friday09:00 - 13:0014:00 - 19:00

R. Manuel Madeira - Pedrulha

+351 239 433 500

Monday09:00 - 13:00
Tuesday09:00 - 13:00
Wednesday09:00 - 13:00
Thursday09:00 - 13:00
Friday09:00 - 13:00

Rua Da Casa Meada, 12

+351 239 801 040

Monday14:00 - 19:0009:00 - 13:00
Tuesday09:00 - 13:0014:00 - 19:00
Wednesday14:00 - 19:0009:00 - 13:00
Thursday09:00 - 13:0014:00 - 19:00
Friday09:00 - 13:0014:00 - 19:00

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Sunnycars

No score available yet

3 locations in Coimbra

Locations in Coimbra

Estrada Das Lagrimas 141

Opening times not available

R. Dr. Rosa Falcão 6

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Rua Padre Estevão Cabral

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Auto Jardim

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One location in Coimbra

Locations in Coimbra

Rua Abel Dias Urbano, n.º 6 – r/c

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AutoEurope

No score available yet

One location in Coimbra

Locations in Coimbra

Europcar R. Padre Estevao Cabral 5 R C

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Firefly

No score available yet

One location in Coimbra

Locations in Coimbra

Rue Padre Estevao Cabral

+351 21 942 6300

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INTERRENT

No score available yet

One location in Coimbra

Locations in Coimbra

Est.Caminhos de Ferro Coimbra B

+351 239 496 559

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Sadorent - Drivalia

No score available yet

One location in Coimbra

Locations in Coimbra

Rua Padre Estevão Cabral, 120,3000-316 Coimbra

+351 239 245 574

Opening times not available

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Shouqi

No score available yet

One location in Coimbra

Locations in Coimbra

R.brotero

+351 239 723 324

Opening times not available

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5 travellers who hired a car in Coimbra gave the car agency they used an average rating of 7.2

Car hire locations in or near Coimbra

Travelling to a place near Coimbra?

Hire a car at Coimbra if you plan to visit one of these locations
Matosinhos
Esposende
Espinho
Mesao Frio
Arcos de Valdevez
Pinhao
Lamego
Baiao
Ponte de Lima
Caminha

Good to know

Most popular car type

Compact

When to book a car hire in Coimbra

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Car hire insurance in Coimbra

Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) & Theft Protection Waiver

Some Coimbra car providers already include Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) and Theft Protection Waiver into the hire price but not all of them. We recommend always be aware of your coverage when hiring a car in Coimbra.

Deductible

Keep in mind that car hire insurances often have a deductible clause, which is the amount you’ll have to pay if something happens during the time of your hire. If you want to avoid unwanted surprises, you should consider adding a no-deductible option to your Coimbra car hire.

Coimbra car hire information

Pick-up locationCoimbra
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Hire locations32
Airport locations0

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