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KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Lyon
- If you’re planning a trip to Lyon, then make sure to rent a car to explore this wonderful French region. Sightseeing is made easy with a car because it gives you the complete freedom to explore, instead of depending on public transport. As a UNESCO Heritage Site, there is so much to see on your Lyon vacation, like the vineyards of the Rhone and Saone valleys or the mesmerizing caves of Grottes de Cerdon.
- When you fly into Lyon–Saint-Exupéry Airport, you will find the car hire desks located within the airport at each one of the three Terminals, as well as a free shuttle that runs between the arrivals terminal and off-site car hire centers. If you arrive into Terminal 2, you will find the shuttle outside of Level 0 next to Terminal 1, or Terminal 3 outside on Level 0.
- As a new driver in Lyon, you will be driving on the right-hand side, just like in the US. You will find many roundabouts in Lyon and will be expected to yield to traffic already in the roundabout. It’s also good to know that green directional signs point to a non-highway main route -- or "free roads" -- whereas the blue signs indicate a highway route and are often marked "peage," meaning you will have to pay for toll roads.
- As a relatively busy city, Lyon’s roads do experience busy periods. Rush hour starts at 8:00 am and lasts until 10:00 in the morning, and starts up again at 4:00 pm until 6:00 pm. It’s also wise to avoid any tunnels at rush hour. During the summer, the A6 and A7 highway, which passes through the city center and is the main route to Paris, becomes extremely congested.
- 25% of our users found rental cars in Lyon for ₪219 or less
- Book your rental car in Lyon at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Intermediate rental cars in Lyon are around 35% cheaper than other car types, on average
Lyon car rental experiences: the best tips from KAYAK users
FAQs about renting a car in Lyon
What type of car is recommended for driving in Lyon?
Lyon is a maze of narrow and ancient cobbled streets and alleyways that would suit an economy or compact car. Renting a smaller car means you get a practical and easy-to-park vehicle, ideal for driving through the busy roads of Lyon. If you’re planning to go further afield and into the neighboring mountains, then an SUV would be the perfect car for your road trip.
What’s the speed limit in Lyon?
In Lyon, the speed limits in urban areas are 31 mph, lowered to 18 mph in residential areas. On the free roads between major cities, the speed limit ranges from 55 mph to 68 mph. On toll roads, the limit is 80 mph, unless the road is wet, in which case the speed limit lowers to 68 mph.
Where are the best places to park in Lyon?
When it comes to parking in Lyon, you should anticipate paying using machines in the large parking lots. During lunch hours (from 12:00 pm until 2:00 pm), it is free to park. Lyon also has several underground parking garages, as well as street parking that is pay-and-display. On Sundays and public holidays, most of the short and medium-stay street parking is free.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Lyon?
On average a rental car in Lyon costs ₪252 per day.
How much is gas price in Lyon?
The average gas price in Lyon is ₪30.48 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between ₪366 and ₪488, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular rental car in Lyon?
Intermediate (Hyundai Tucson or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Lyon.
Which car rental companies will pick you up at Lyon-Saint Exupéry airport (LYS)?
The only car rental company that offers shuttle or pick-up services from Lyon-Saint Exupéry airport to off-airport locations is Alamo.
How can I find car rentals near me in Lyon?
Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.
How much does an Intermediate car rental cost in Lyon?
An Intermediate car rental in Lyon costs ₪168 per day, on average.
How much does a Standard car rental cost in Lyon?
A Standard car rental in Lyon costs ₪335 per day, on average.
How much does a Compact car rental cost in Lyon?
A Compact car rental in Lyon costs ₪131 per day, on average.
How much does it cost to rent a car for a week in Lyon?
On average a rental car in Lyon costs ₪1,765 per week (₪252 per day).
How much does it cost to rent a car long term for a month in Lyon?
On average a rental car in Lyon costs ₪7,566 per month (₪252 per day).
Lyon car rental reviews and directory
keddy by Europcar
10.0
Wonderful
2 reviewsCleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
Value for money
8.0
5 locations in Lyon
Locations in Lyon
3 Route De Vienne
+33 4 37 28 99 80
48 Rue De La Villette Cours Aquilon Sud
+33 8 25 00 25 22
Aeroport Lyon Saint Exupery
33 0 825009900
Gare Sncf De Lyon Perrache
+33 8 25 82 90 04
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Enterprise Rent-A-Car
10.0
Wonderful
9 reviewsCleanliness
9.3
Comfort
10.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.6
Value for money
9.3
One location in Lyon
Locations in Lyon
8 Avenue Georges Pompidou
+33 4 78 53 46 89
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5.2 Fair
Jun 2017
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The car was cleanCons:
It was not the kind of car we reserved. Pick up and drop off was confusing. staff was rude8.0 Very good
Oct 2016
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The car was upgraded at no additional cost. It met all my expectations.Cons:
Finding the rental office was difficult. Very poor sign posting for rental offices. The printed copy of my contract was not available due to computer glitch. In the end, I paid, what I had agreed upon, so it worked out OK2.0 Poor
Sep 2016
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charged a different price and for 2 days whent eh rental was one day.10.0 Wonderful
May 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Feb 2022
Avis
9.2
Wonderful
7 reviewsCleanliness
9.0
Comfort
10.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
9.0
Value for money
9.0
2 locations in Lyon
Locations in Lyon
8 Avenue Georges Pompidou
+33 4 27 19 30 57
Gare Sncf Lyon Perrache
+33 820 61 16 59
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10.0 Wonderful
Jun 2023
Budget
8.7
Very good
7 reviewsCleanliness
8.2
Comfort
8.8
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.0
Value for money
8.2
4 locations in Lyon
Locations in Lyon
125 Rue D'allemagne
+33 820 61 16 60
27 Rue Pierre Delore
+33 4 27 19 30 50
8 Avenue Georges Pompidou
+33 4 27 19 30 57
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10.0 Wonderful
Oct 2023
8.0 Very good
Aug 2018
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Indication for drop off2.0 Poor
Jun 2018
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Eleven thousand euro deductible - ridiculous8.0 Very good
Jan 2017
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Like the car and the serviceCons:
The block deposit on the visa without informing the customer, still waiting for cash return 533$ after 12 days.Sixt
7.0
Good
15 reviewsCleanliness
7.7
Comfort
7.4
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.0
Value for money
6.6
4 locations in Lyon
Locations in Lyon
14 Cours de Verdun Rambaud
+33 4 82 25 02 82
208 Avenue Berthelot
+33 4 82 25 03 88
6 Cours Franklin Roosevelt
+33 4 82 25 04 37
8 Avenue Georges Pompidou
+33 820 00 74 98
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2.0 Poor
Aug 2022
2.0 Poor
Jun 2019
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Guy who served us was very bad, worst customer service I've experienced in a long time. Was obsessed with getting me to pay for protection insurance. Cancelled follow up rental and went with Europcar instead. Will never use Sixt again.5.6 Fair
Apr 2019
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Overcharged...by allot10.0 Wonderful
Dec 2018
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Receptionist was superb!10.0 Wonderful
Aug 2018
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The car was just what we were hoping for, and we had a terrific experience. Staff was very accommodating and flexible.Cons:
Nothing-9.2 Wonderful
Dec 2017
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We needed an upgrade and the agent made it happen even though there seemed not have anything available. excellent service otherwiseCons:
Only negative point was that the care was lacking windshield washer fuild, so not convenient during winter daysEuropcar
6.7
Okay
20 reviewsCleanliness
7.9
Comfort
7.5
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.0
Value for money
6.4
5 locations in Lyon
Locations in Lyon
109 Rue Marietton
+33 4 26 99 02 16
Aeroport Lyon Saint Exupery
+33 825 00 99 00
Agence 5 Av Georges Pompidou
+33 825 00 25 22
Gare Sncf De Lyon Perrache
+33 9 77 40 32 69
Please Use Lysl02 (lyon Perrache)
+33 825 82 90 04
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10.0 Wonderful
Mar 2024
6.0 Okay
Oct 2023
10.0 Wonderful
Nov 2016
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excellent car (diesel Ford Fiesta), ease of rental, helpful staff8.0 Very good
Sep 2016
Pros:
Good service Fast reception2.0 Poor
Apr 2023
2.0 Poor
Sep 2022
Hertz
6.1
Okay
16 reviewsCleanliness
7.6
Comfort
6.7
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.5
Value for money
6.3
7 locations in Lyon
Locations in Lyon
14 Place Des Archives
+33 4 78 42 24 85
147 Rue Marcel Merieux
+33 4 72 80 76 76
40 Rue De L Allemagne
+33 825 00 69 69
400 Cours Emile Zola
+33 4 51 08 26 41
400 Cours Emile Zola
+33 4 87 25 42 76
48 Rue de la Villette
+33 825 80 01 14
8 Avenue Georges Pompidou
+33 825 80 01 14
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2.0 Poor
Oct 2023
2.0 Poor
Feb 2021
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Hertz cancelled my reservation because the rate was too low.9.2 Wonderful
Sep 2018
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Local taxes and fees ended up being nearly two thirds of the cost, which I had pre-paid online and did not expect to owe anything else once I showed up.10.0 Wonderful
Aug 2018
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The car was dependable and fuel efficientCons:
No complaints6.8 Okay
Jun 2018
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Car and service okCons:
I was suprsed on arrival that car was no assurance but when rented i pay full assurance and i get certificate from aliance thatt all is fully covered but onnmy surprise i have to oay additional 150€ on top to vover insurance so newer again10.0 Wonderful
Jul 2017
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The return was streamlined and easy. Treatment by customer service was professional.Thrifty
9.6
Wonderful
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Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.2
Pick-up/Drop-off
9.6
Value for money
9.6
4 locations in Lyon
Locations in Lyon
14 Place Des Archives
+33 4 78 42 24 85
147 Rue Marcel Merieux
+33 4 72 80 76 76
40 Rue De L Allemagne
+33 825 00 69 69
8 Avenue Georges Pompidou
+33 825 80 01 14
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Alamo
7.3
Good
No reviews available
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.2
Value for money
6.8
One location in Lyon
Locations in Lyon
8 Avenue Georges Pompidou
+33 4 78 53 46 89
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Dollar
5.2
Fair
No reviews available
Cleanliness
7.6
Comfort
5.6
Pick-up/Drop-off
4.4
Value for money
6.0
4 locations in Lyon
Locations in Lyon
14 Place Des Archives
+33 4 78 42 24 85
147 Rue Marcel Merieux
+33 4 72 80 76 76
40 Rue De L Allemagne
+33 825 00 69 69
8 Avenue Georges Pompidou
+33 825 80 01 14
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Rent@Car
2.0
Poor
No reviews available
Cleanliness
2.0
Comfort
2.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
2.0
Value for money
2.0
3 locations in Lyon
Locations in Lyon
2, Place Pierre Renaudel
+33 4 72 43 52 70
38 Quai Perrache
+33 4 78 37 80 23
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National
5.0
Fair
No reviews available
2 locations in Lyon
Locations in Lyon
8 Avenue Georges Pompidou
+33 4 78 53 46 89
Enterprise Rent A Car
+33 4 72 22 74 87
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One location in Lyon
Locations in Lyon
Aeroport Lyon Saint Exupery
+34 902 36 03 36
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One location in Lyon
from ₪149/dayLocations in Lyon
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Locations in Lyon
Lyon airport
+33 1 85 65 47 04
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3 locations in Lyon
Locations in Lyon
42 Quai de Gailleton
+33 4 78 37 93 93
Lyon airport
+33 4 72 48 48 60
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5 locations in Lyon
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14 Cours de Verdun
+33 4 82 25 02 82
210 Avenue Berthelot
+33 4 82 25 03 88
26 Rue de la Villette
+33 820 00 74 98
6 Cours Franklin Roosevelt
+33 4 82 25 04 37
Aeroport Lyon Saint Exupery
+33 8 20 00 74 98
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One location in Lyon
Locations in Lyon
102 avenue Jean Jaurès
+33 7 71 09 10 69
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2 locations in Lyon
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9 locations in Lyon
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3 Rue Paul Montrochet
+33 4 37 23 64 00
85 Rue Pierre Corneille
+33 4 72 61 07 97
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3 locations in Lyon
Locations in Lyon
100 Avenue General Leclerc
+33 4 37 40 14 01
2 Rue de la Vie Guerse.
+33 4 72 14 09 09
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2 locations in Lyon
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Locations in Lyon
25 Cours Charlemagne
+33 4 72 72 94 05
Gare Tgv Railway Station
+33 4 78 53 46 89
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2 locations in Lyon
Locations in Lyon
5 Pl. Charles Béraudier
+44 7818 005232
Gare de Lyon-Perrache
+44 7818 005232
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2 locations in Lyon
Locations in Lyon
5 Av Des Freres Montgolfier Chassieu
+33 4 37 25 30 16
Garage Fiat Venissieux
+33 4 78 00 01 92
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2 locations in Lyon
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85 rue Pierre Corneille
+33 4 72 61 07 97
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Lyon Perrache TGV station
+33 1 86 76 14 79
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3 Route De Vienne
+33 4 37 28 99 80
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Good to know
Most popular agency | Alamo |
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Most popular car type | Intermediate |
Average price | ₪252/day |
Good deal | ₪219/day |