Car hire in Basque Country: most popular destinations
Cheap car rental in Basque Country
If you want to explore the Basque Country in complete freedom, renting a car in the Basque Country is the best option. This community, which combines coast, mountains and vibrant cities, offers attractions that you can't miss. Having a hire car in Euskadi will allow you to move comfortably between its provinces and discover all that this land has to offer.
With Pepecar, you can pick up your car as soon as you arrive at Bilbao airport and start your adventure without waiting. From the capital of Bizkaia, driving along the coast will allow you to discover destinations such as San Sebastian, with its famous La Concha Beach, or Zarautz, a surfing destination par excellence and perfect for enjoying Basque gastronomy.
If you prefer a more rural experience, in the interior of the Basque Country you will find dream landscapes, such as the forests of the Gorbea Nature Reserve or the vineyards of Rioja Alavesa, ideal for wine and nature lovers. The excellent road network makes getting around the Basque Country in a hire car easy, fast and very pleasant.
With Pepecar, you can choose from a wide range of cheap car hire in the Basque Country, ideal for both city breaks and inland routes. Book your vehicle now and start enjoying a land full of history, culture, gastronomy and unforgettable landscapes. Drive the Basque Country your way!
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Frequently asked questions about renting a car in the Basque Country
What is the minimum age to drive a rental car in Basque Country?
The minimum age to rent a car at Basque Country is generally 21 years old. If you are under 21, you may be able to find some partners with offers for you on our website. Remember that you can add your age in our search engine. However, each supplier has their own terms and conditions, so we recommend you check them before renting your car from Basque Country. There you will find information about minimum age, age of licence and possible extra charges for young drivers.
How can I find rental cars near me in Basque Country?
Access our comparator and select the pick-up location of your choice to hire your car in Basque Country. Add dates and search for your rental car!
Where can I find reviews of rental cars in Basque Country?
You can review reviews of car hire at Basque Country and other pick-up points, on our website, on each destination page. Customer reviews are collected objectively through Trustpilot. You can review our customer reviews through our public profile on this external website.
How many drivers are included when renting a car in Basque Country?
The number of drivers included in your rental in Basque Country will depend on the provider. Some offer a second driver free of charge. You can also add a driver as an extra during the booking process of your vehicle. In this case, you will pay for it directly at the pick-up office.
In addition to the basic insurance, are there any other premium insurance options in car rental in Basque Country?
Yes! You can book your rental car at Basque Country with two types of insurance: basic third party insurance with excess or premium coverage. All offers on the website include basic insurance. In addition, it is possible to take out our premium excess refund cover, which guarantees the return of the excess in the event of damage or theft. Please note that our premium insurance does not exempt you from paying a deposit.
Do I need a credit card to rent a car in Basque Country?
Not always. Some of our suppliers require a physical credit card in the name of the main driver to rent a car at Basque Country, but many others accept a debit card! However, it must always be physical and in the name of the main driver. Check the terms and conditions of each offer before renting your car at Basque Country, to make sure.
Customer reviews on car hire in the Basque Country
DEREK FRENCH
23-01-2026
Good price and easy to book.
jose maria ayensa ambrosi
23-01-2026
Fast and economical
Vicky
24-01-2026
easy to manage and well explained
Antonio Núñez Galindo
26-01-2026
Speed and clarity
Timothy Alexander Gans
28-01-2026
Quick and easy
Carlos GURENDEZ GONZALEZ DE DURANA
31-01-2026
It was easy but the insurance information is not clear, and the companies try to put you in another insurance when you pick up the car because they say that the one you bought when you booked it is not valid for them and they make you pay a deposit.
Manuel Carbajo Quirós.
03-02-2026
Good deal.
angelo
04-02-2026
For speed and simplicity
Antonio Jose Rivera Jimenez
10-02-2026
Ease and speed of booking
ELENA
10-02-2026
Everything was perfect, fast and friendly. Only that they don't explain very well where the car is to pick it up but being a very small airport, asking there was no problem.
RAIMON GABARRO MARIN
11-02-2026
Fast, convenient, easy and good value!
Juan Manuel
12-02-2026
It is very easy to choose the car, everything is well explained and very fast and in 2 minutes you have the car already booked.
Mariapaloma
15-02-2026
The car offer is good and so are the prices. What I didn't like is that it seems that the car pick up is inside the station and when you have already hired it they tell you that you have to pick it up outside in a nearby street.
Marta
16-02-2026
easy to find a good price and a good car
Juan Amengual Sabater
18-02-2026
Because all very well
jose luis
18-02-2026
Efficiency and speed.
Rating of 3.9 out of 5 based on 4106 reviews. See all reviews.
What to see with your car hire in the Basque Country
Exploring Euskadi with a car rental in the Basque Country is the most comfortable and flexible way to discover this community full of contrasts. From seaside villages to inland gems, driving gives you access to a wide variety of landscapes, flavours and traditions without relying on public transport.
Bilbao: the perfect starting point. Visit the Guggenheim Museum, the old town and sample the famous pintxos in its taverns. From here, travel along the Biscayan coast to San Juan de Gaztelugatxe, a film location, and explore Mundaka or the Urdaibai Reserve.
San Sebastián: its elegant bay, La Concha Beach and an Old Town full of bars offering the best of Basque gastronomy. You can drive to Zarautz or Getaria, known for their beaches, seafaring history and txakoli.
Vitoria-Gasteiz: one of the greenest cities in Spain. Stroll through its medieval quarter, visit the Cathedral of Santa María and drive to the Rioja Alavesa, a region of vineyards perfect for wine tourism.
Travelling around the Basque Country with your hire car, you'll not only enjoy its three capitals, but you'll also discover countless lesser-known but equally captivating spots. Thanks to the freedom of driving your own vehicle, each journey becomes part of the experience, allowing you to improvise routes and stop wherever you feel like it.
Unique routes with your hire car in the Basque Country
As well as the main cities, car hire in the Basque Country opens the door to less crowded but equally fascinating destinations. Hondarribia, with its walled old town and seaside atmosphere, is a gem by the sea. Further inland, Oñati and the Sanctuary of Arantzazu offer mountain scenery and an unrivalled spiritual and natural experience.
Lekeitio and Elantxobe are perfect examples of Basque coastal charm. Both villages, located less than an hour and a half from Bilbao, retain their traditional essence and allow you to enjoy the Bay of Biscay at its most authentic. Thanks to your cheap car hire in the Basque Country, these routes are within your reach without limitations.
With Pepecar, you can compare prices, choose the model that best suits your needs and move around the Basque Country with total freedom. Rent your car in the Basque Country and get ready for an unforgettable journey through one of Spain's most fascinating regions - the Basque Country awaits you!
Where to rent a car in Basque Country
Bilbao Airport
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Bilbao
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San Sebastian
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