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On average a car hire in Kyoto costs £42 per day.
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest car hires were found at Nissan Rent-A-Car (£34/day) and Alamo (£38/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest hire car price was found at Nissan Rent-A-Car 京都府京都市南区西九条北ノ内町42-13 null (2 miles from the city centre).
The average price of fuel in Kyoto is £3.41 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between £41 and £54, depending on the car size.
Compact (Class Compact Van or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Kyoto.
Car hire companies onsite at Kansai Intl airport include Europcar, Nissan Rent-A-Car, Times and Yesaway.
Car hire companies onsite at Itami airport include Nissan Rent-A-Car and Times.
Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Kansai Intl airport to off-airport locations include Europcar, Nissan Rent-A-Car and Times.
Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Itami airport to off-airport locations include Nissan Rent-A-Car and Times.
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
A Compact car hire in Kyoto costs £109 per day, on average.
An Economy car hire in Kyoto costs £45 per day, on average.
A Full Size car hire in Kyoto costs £108 per day, on average.
In Kyoto, cars are most frequently hired at Europcar Go To Times Car Rental (24 miles from city centre).
On average a car hire in Kyoto costs £294 per week (£42 per day).
On average a car hire in Kyoto costs £1,261 per month (£42 per day).
Most car hire providers in Kyoto offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car hire in Kyoto, check out KAYAK's car hire insurance guide.
Because of the narrow streets in some places and the heavy traffic during peak times, it's recommended that your car hire in Kyoto is a small compact or mini model rather than anything larger. These are usually more fuel efficient and much easier to navigate, which will make driving easier in the city. If you need more space, stick to sedans that aren't very wide. Some of the popular choices in Kyoto include the Ford Focus, Nissan Fuga and Fiat Panda.
Kyoto road rules are the same as those across Japan, which you'll need to be aware of for longer journeys. Inside the city limits of Kyoto, the speed limit ranges between 30 km/h and 50 km/h and you'll need to look out for signposts letting you know what it is. Outside of the city and in more rural areas, the limit is 80 km/h, while the main highways in Japan are capped at 100 km/h. Bear in mind, that many of the locals don't pay attention to these rules and tend to drive a little faster.
Parking in Kyoto is notoriously difficult to find, especially close to the city centre. You'll need to keep your eyes open for parking garages. These usually have signs outside stating how much space is available and what the costs are. Unfortunately, there is very little chance of finding free parking in the city. If you're able to, consider finding a hotel near the city centre with free parking and keep your vehicle there for minor trips in Kyoto. Reserve your car for longer trips exploring the rest of the country.
6 locations in Kyoto
Locations in Kyoto
11 2 Magohashicho Sakyoku
+81 75 762 0115
22 Mieido-cho
+81 753 420 100
31-1 Higashikujo Kamitonodacho
+81 75 682 0800
448-46 Kajii-cho
+81 75 211 0100
47 2 Kaguraden Oguracho
+81 774 24 0100
Nishiojidori Sanjyoagaru
+81 75 811 1100
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Anonymous, Apr 2021
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I reserved a minivan (Toyota Verso) through the Kayak website, and when I arrived at the pick-up location (Osaka Kansai Airport) they only had small cars available that weren’t suitable for my 6 person family. That would have forced us to rent two cars, which would have doubled the price. They blamed it on Kayak for false advertisement, because that location doesn’t even have minivans in their inventory. We chose to cancel both reservations (28 March and 02 April), and take a bus instead which was way cheaper than renting two small cars. Not sure I will ever make travel arrangements through Kayak again due to this fiasco.10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, May 2023
Economy
One location in Kyoto
Locations in Kyoto
9 Nakatonoda Cho Higashi 9 Jo
+81 75 681 0311
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Zhenya, Apr 2024
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4 locations in Kyoto
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21 locations in Kyoto
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11-2 Magohashi-cho, Sakyo-ku
+81 75 762 0115
17 Kisshoinmaegawara-cho, Minami-ku
+81 75 315 0100
22 Mieido-cho, Shimogyo-ku
+81 75 342 0100
33 Daigokawakubo-cho, Fushimi-ku
+81 75 575 0100
8-11 Fukakusanishiura-cho, Fushimi-ku
+81 75 645 0100
Dorusu Hyakumamben 1F 103-31 Tanakamonzen-cho, Sakyo-ku
+81 75 702 8100
Horikawadori Kitaoji Sagaru 69-70 Murasakinonishigoshoden-cho, Kita-ku
+81 75 415 0120
Kitaojidori Shirakawa Nishi Iru 14 Ichijojikinomoto-cho, Sakyo-ku
+81 75 712 0100
La Garu Choshi Bldg. 1F 33-1 Kawashimachoshi-cho, Nishikyo-ku
+81 75 383 0100
Mikurumadori Seiwain Sagaru 448-46 Kajii-cho, Kamigyo-ku
+81 75 211 0100
Nishihorikawadori Sanjo Agaru Nishigawa 503-1 Anenishihorikawa-cho, Nakagyo-ku
+81 75 813 8200
Nishiojidori Sanjo Agaru 23 Nishinokyosanjobo-cho, Nakagyo-ku
+81 75 811 1100
Sotokan Sanjo Nishi Iru Kyoto Yakkadai Mae 55 Misasagiotsubata-cho, Yamashina-ku
+81 75 502 0100
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9 Nakatonoda Cho Higashi 9 Jo
+81 75 681 0311
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9 locations in Kyoto
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24 Saninkamiimada-cho, Ukyo-ku
+81 75 313 1199
556-1 Toraya-cho, Karasumaoike kudaru, Nakagyo-ku
+81 75 211 3010
6 Shimogamominaminonogami-cho
+81 75 723 0919
64 Higashi Kujo Muromachi Minami-ku Kyoto-shi Kyoto
+81 75 681 0311
9 Nakatonoda-cho, Higashikujo, Minami-ku,Kyoto-shi,Kyoto
+81 756 810 311
Kyoto Kyoto-shi 614 Higashi-shiokoji-cho, Shimogyo-ku
+81 753 440 919
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7 locations in Kyoto
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1 Kisshoin Mukaida Nishi-cho. Minami-ku
+81 753 156 003
155-1 Mori-cho Fushimi-ku
+81 756 054 747
23-3 Higashi Kujo Kami Tonoda-cho, Minami-ku
+81 756 817 779
678 Nishiki-dori, Karasuma higashihairu, Motohonenji-cho, Nakagyo-ku
+81 752 547 979
811 Hongakuji Mae-cho, Kawara-machi Nishi Iru
+81 753 610 201
B2F,590-2 Karasuma-dori Higashi Shiokoji-cho Shimogyo-ku
+81 753 531 313
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6 locations in Kyoto
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Go To Times Car Rental Counter
+81 753 156 003
Go To Times Car Rental Counter
+81 756 054 747
Go To Times Car Rental Counter
+81 75 681 7779
Go To Times Car Rental Counter
+81 752 547 979
Go To Times Car Rental Counter
+81 75 361 0201
Multi Media B2f, 590-2 Higashishiok
+81 75 353 1313
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One location in Kyoto
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9 Nakatonoda-cho, Higashi-9-jo
+81 75 681 0311
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3 locations in Kyoto
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13-1NishiKujo Kitanouchicho B1
+81 75 681 0543
18-8 Nishinokyo Funazuka-cho
+81 758 031 685
55 Shijo-dori Nishinotoin Nish
+81 75 257 4800
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6 locations in Kyoto
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Kyoto Railway Shinkansen, 23-3 Kamitonoda-cho,higashi-kyujyou
+81 75 681 7779
Kyoto Station (yodobashi Camera), Ojicho Karasumadori 7-jo Sagaru
+81 75 353 1313
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2 locations in Kyoto
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Go To Times Car Rental Counter 23-3 Kamitonoda-cho
+81 75 681 7779
Go To Times Car Rental Counter 811 Hongakuji Mae-cho
+81 75 361 0201
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2 locations in Kyoto
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940 Higashishiokōjichō, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto
+81 75 371 3020
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One location in Kyoto
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8-3 Higashishiokoji Kamadonocho, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto
+81 80 5689 8363
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One location in Kyoto
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1 Higashikujō Nishisannōchō, Minami Ward, Kyoto, Japan
+81 80 7037 2337
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Most popular agency | Europcar |
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Most popular car type | Compact |
Average price | £42/day |
Good deal | £39/day |
Some Kyoto car providers already include Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) and Theft Protection Waiver into the hire price but not all of them. We recommend being aware of your coverage when hiring a car in Kyoto.
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 non-deductible option to your Kyoto car hire.
Pick-up location | Kyoto |
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Car types | Economy, Mini, Passenger van, People carrier |
Hire locations | 79 |
Airport locations | 0 |
Popular agencies | Alamo, Nissan Rent-A-Car |