Cheap car rentals in Santander
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KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Santander
- Tailor your time in Santander exactly to your needs and preferences by renting a car and gaining maximum flexibility. Santander is nestled at the northern coast and invites visitors to explore not only the beautiful city, but also the surrounding beaches, villages, or a trip to the next bigger city, Bilbao, which is a 1-hour car ride away.
- Seve Ballesteros-Santander Airport is a mere 4 miles from Santander center and hosts its own car rental center onsite, including companies like Hertz, Alamo, or Europcar. The easiest way to and from the airport to Santander is by car, so pick up your vehicle directly from there and be in the city in less than 15 minutes via the S-10.
- Driving in and around Santander should be a pleasant experience mostly, as the road conditions are primarily great in Spain and there are only a few toll roads that are marked with a “P” after the “A”, which designates freeways (example AP-15) -- but they are not in Santander’s vicinity. In Santander it is also common to flash the headlights before passing on the freeway; this is not considered a sign of annoyance, but a form of communicating what they are about to do.
- Despite the relaxed and laid-back atmosphere prevailing mostly on the roads in and around Santander, there are daily hours with increased traffic. In the mornings, it is usually between 7 and 9 am and in the evenings between 5 and 9 pm. As Santander is a highly frequented vacation destination, traffic also usually increases during the summer, especially around the beach areas.
- 25% of our users found rental cars in Santander for C$ 54 or less
- Book your rental car in Santander at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Compact rental cars in Santander are around 9% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about renting a car in Santander
What type of car is recommended for driving in Santander?
As Santander has a very old town, many streets are very narrow and a smaller car will be easier to navigate through them. Gas is also very expensive in Europe, so driving a compact car will mean lower expenses. Bear in mind that renting an automatic car may cost extra, as stick shifts are still commonly used in Spain.
What’s the speed limit in Santander?
Speed limits in Spain are posted on the right-hand side of the street and are always in kilometers per hour. In built-up areas, 50 km/h (31 mph) is the permitted speed, with 90 km/h (55 mph) on secondary rural roads and 120 km/h (74 mph) on freeways. In some of the narrower parts in Santander, only 20-30 km/h (12-18 mph) is allowed.
Where are the best places to park in Santander?
On-street parking in Santander is metered in most places and is indicated with a blue curb line. Usually there is a time limit of 2 hours or less. Parking lots are a good alternative for travelers who are staying longer, such as the Alfonso XIII or the Parking Plaza Esperanza, which costs about €16 per day ($18).
How much does it cost to rent a car in Santander?
On average a rental car in Santander costs C$ 59 per day.
Can I rent an automatic car in Santander?
Yes, automatic cars are available in most car renting companies in Santander. As cars with manual transmission are more common in many countries, you might have to pay an additional charge for renting an automatic car.
How much is gas price in Santander?
The average gas price in Santander is C$ 8.88 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between C$ 107 and C$ 142, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular rental car in Santander?
Compact (Seat Arona or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Santander.
Which car rental companies will pick you up at Santander airport (SDR)?
The only car rental company that offers shuttle or pick-up services from Santander airport to off-airport locations is National.
How can I find car rentals near me in Santander?
Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.
How much does a Compact car rental cost in Santander?
A Compact car rental in Santander costs C$ 51 per day, on average.
How much does a Mini car rental cost in Santander?
A Mini car rental in Santander costs C$ 36 per day, on average.
How much does an Economy car rental cost in Santander?
An Economy car rental in Santander costs C$ 48 per day, on average.
What is the most popular rental car location in Santander?
In Santander, cars are most frequently rented at Budget Budget Aeropuerto De Santander (4 km from city centre ).
How much does it cost to rent a car for a week in Santander?
On average a rental car in Santander costs C$ 410 per week (C$ 59 per day).
How much does it cost to rent a car long term for a month in Santander?
On average a rental car in Santander costs C$ 1,756 per month (C$ 59 per day).
Santander car rental reviews and directory
Hertz
8.9
Very good
4 reviewsCleanliness
8.9
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8.9
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6.9
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10.0
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10.0 Wonderful
Jul. 2018
Pros:
Check-in was effortless (despite being a small airport and having a queue). I was offered an upgrade which I was smart enough to take. Car was like-new at 5,000km, even had GPS built in which was very useful!Cons:
Renault has to workout some things about the media system - your phone can connect to Bluetooth but you won't hear anything unless you're in Media (not Nav or Radio) - including rings or voice navigation that come from the phone.Thrifty
9.2
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10.0
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10.0
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6.0
Value for money
10.0
One location in Santander
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
8.6
Very good
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8.6
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8.6
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8.0
Value for money
8.0
One location in Santander
Alamo
10.0
Wonderful
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One location in Santander
Budget
8.0
Very good
No reviews available
2 locations in Santander
Goldcar Rental SP
2.0
Poor
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One location in Santander
keddy by Europcar
9.6
Wonderful
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3 locations in Santander
Rhodium
8.5
Very good
No reviews available
One location in Santander
Sunnycars
6.0
Okay
No reviews available
3 locations in Santander
Ace
4.8
Mediocre
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One location in Santander
Avis
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2 locations in Santander
Europcar
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2.0 Poor
Sep. 2016
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Did not enjoy getting charged double to have appropriate insurance for the rental. Essentially doubled the promised price and left an extremely sour taste in my mouth for this "deal".2 locations in Santander
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Avda. de Parayas, 34
+34 942 21 48 00
El Campón 22, Peña Castillo
+34 942 33 19 33
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Santander Airport
+34 942 25 41 44
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Seve Ballesteros-Santander Airport
+34 933 93 61 32
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Enterprise Rent-a-car
+34 942 22 29 26
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Av Parayas 0 Cantabria
+34 902 360 636
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