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Car hire in Cantabria

Use the same magic that powers our flight search to find cheap car rental in Cantabria

Compare car hire on price, ease of pick-up, a fair fuel policy and more

Find Cantabria car rental deals you can amend or cancel if your plans change

Cantabria car hire at a glance

Most popular rental companyOK Mobility
Most popular carPremium, 4-5 doors
Cities to choose from3, Santander is most popular
Cheapest price found$42 per day, Santander
Best time to book3 weeks before
To give you an idea of how much renting a car in Cantabria could cost, we've pulled prices from Santander.

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Cities in Cantabria

Take a look at the different cities in Cantabria you can set off from. You could find a great price somewhere less travelled.

Car hire in Santander

From
$42
per day

Car hire in Torrelavega

From
$62
per day

Car hire in Santander

From
$42
per day

Car hire in Torrelavega

From
$62
per day

Airport options in Cantabria

If you’re flying to Cantabria it could be easier to hit the road straight from the airport.

Car hire at Santander Airport

From
$44
per day

Car hire at Santander Airport

From
$44
per day

Explore Cantabria

What are the best car hire companies in Cantabria?

Europcar
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
Goldcar
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
Click and Rent
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
Keddy By Europcar
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
Flizzr
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
OK Mobility
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
Europcar
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
Goldcar
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
Click and Rent
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
Keddy By Europcar
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
Flizzr
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
OK Mobility
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection

All you need to know about Cantabria

Side of the roadRight
CurrencyEuros
LanguageSpanish
Speed limitMotorway120kmph
Speed limitBuilt-up area50kmph
Age to rent a car21
The information here is based on our understanding as of January 2024. For the most current and accurate information it’s recommended to check official government sources.

Car hire in Cantabria: FAQs

You will need insurance to rent a car in Cantabria, but you wont necessarily need ‘extra’ insurance. Different car hire companies offer different insurance policies, so make sure you look at the details when you pick a deal.
To rent a car with most companies in Cantabria you need to be at least 21 years old. Some companies may have extra fees to pay if you are under 25 years old, so make sure you check before you book.
The types of documents you’ll need to rent a car in Cantabria depend on the car rental company you go with. But in general, you will need a valid drivers license, ID and passport. Once you’ve booked car hire in Cantabria, you can easily get in touch with your chosen provider to find out.
It’s easy to hire a car in Cantabria. First, you need to decide where in Cantabria you want to pick up your car from.

Once you’ve decided where you want to go, simply enter your dates and search for the best deal for you. Once you’ve found your deal, you’ll be redirected to the provider to book with no extra fees.
You can rent a car for as long as you like, depending on availability. If you know what dates you’re needing wheels for, start searching with Skyscanner today.
You may need a credit card to rent a car in Cantabria. It all depends on which car hire company you choose.
It depends where in Cantabria you want to visit. The most popular place to go is Santander. On average, it costs $189 per day to rent a car there. The cheapest price we could find is $42 per day.

Getting the cheapest car rental in Cantabria

Here are some tips to help you bag the best prices, and hit the road for less.

Pick the right ride

Make sure you pick the right type of car for your trip. You can easily filter by 'seats', 'transmission' and even choose only to see 'electric' or 'hybrid' vehicles. You can also filter by 'car type', so whether you're looking for a luxury car or a more modest mini, you'll find what you need fast. The most popular car type in Cantabria is Premium, 4-5 doors .

Compare across companies

The most popular car hire companies in Cantabria are OK Mobility, Keddy By Europcar and Click and Rent. The cheapest company we've found is Free2move. To find a great price, you can easily compare across different trusted car rental companies using Skyscanner.

Get your timing right

It can really pay to play around with your timings and compare dates for your car hire to get a great price. The best time to book a bargain is 3 weeks before. The cheapest prices we've found are $42 a day and $32 a week.

Be flexible

Not sure where in Cantabria you're going to visit? There’s lots of places to pick your rental car up from. Being flexible on your pickup location can help you grab a great price, all while seeing more of Cantabria. We've found that the most popular place to pick up a car in Cantabria is Santander. The cheapest place to pick up your rental car is Santander.

Hire a car long term in Cantabria

Looking to hire a car for more than a few weeks? It could be cheaper to rent for a full month. This can cut the admin costs for car hire companies and give you some extra time to explore too. Give it a go today and search for 30 days' worth of car hire.

Save on fuel

You can make your money go further by finding a car hire deal in Cantabria with 'unlimited mileage' or a 'full to full' fuel policy. This can save you cash on topping up the tank.

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