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Car hire Lausanne

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Car hire Lausanne

EasyTerra Car Hire Lausanne is an independent car hire comparison site. Our system compares prices from well-known car hire companies so as a customer you can always book your hire car through us at a competitive rate.

Car rental companies in Lausanne

Below are the car rental companies in Lausanne with the best ratings. Compare all ratings and prices of these rental companies in one search.

  • Avis

    9.1 (6543)
    No rates available

  • Europcar

    8.8 (8832)
    No rates available

  • Unirent Car Rental

    8.8 (326)
    No rates available

  • Thrifty

    8.7 (5929)
    No rates available

  • Dollar Rent a Car

    8.3 (4678)
    No rates available

  • Sixt

    7.7 (3710)
    No rates available

  • Hertz

    7.3 (7550)
    No rates available

  • Budget

    6 (10286)
    No rates available

Useful tips for a well-prepared trip

Which insurance should I choose, and what's the deal with the deposit? Read our articles with useful information and tips to ensure you choose the right rental car for you.

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Insurance and excess

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Car rental without the hassle thanks to Worry-Free

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Why do you pay a deposit for a rental car?

The deposit amount serves as a guarantee for the rental company. It provides certainty for payment of any costs of theft or damage etc., as well as any traffic fines.
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Recent reviews

Our customers rate us a 8.8/10 out of 2212

Very happy with everything

Very happy with everything
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ROSS
Europcar Avenue Ruchonnet 2

Good

Good
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BRIGETTE VAN DORSSELAER
Sixt Geneva Airport (France)

Website was easy to use

Website was easy to use and happy with it
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ISMAIL ISMAIL
Europcar Zürich Airport

OK. It's just a website

OK. It's just a website!
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STEPHEN GREGSON
Dollar Rent a Car Geneva Airport (France)

Easy to use website

Easy to use website
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ALAN PRINGLE
Alamo Zürich Airport

Easy to navigate the website

Easy to navigate the website
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GILLIAN MCMASTER
Unirent Car Rental Geneva Airport (Switzerland)

Easy to use Lots of

Easy to use Lots of clear information
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EMMA WATTS
Europcar Geneva Airport (Switzerland)

Great easy website

Great easy website
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DARREN RUST
Unirent Car Rental Geneva Airport (Switzerland)

Easyterra service was good but

Easyterra service was good but Europcar service had too many hidden admin charges.
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ROBERT RICHARDS
Europcar Geneva Airport (Switzerland)

Easy to navigate and will

Easy to navigate and will use again.
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CAROLINE CHARNOCK
Avis Geneva Airport (Switzerland)

Very user friendly.

Very user friendly.
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STEPHEN PILLINGER
Unirent Car Rental Geneva Airport (Switzerland)

Always answered the phone and

Always answered the phone and very helpful
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KATHERINE TAYLOR
Enterprise Geneva Airport (France)

perfectly straightforward

perfectly straightforward
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STEPHEN PILLINGER
Budget Geneva Airport (Switzerland)

Very good

Very good
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DAVID
Europcar Geneva Airport (Switzerland)

Excellent

Excellent
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GARY
Thrifty Geneva Airport (France)

Car rental companies in and around Lausanne

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Lausanne

EasyTerra Car Hire Lausanne compares prices of car hire companies at the following locations:

Avenue de la Gare 50
Avenue Ruchonnet 2
Place du Tunnel 17

Location information for Lausanne

Introduction

The Swiss city of Lausanne is the gateway to the winter sports areas of the canton of Vaud. The city itself also has something to offer: a beautiful center with an impressive, Gothic cathedral, interesting museums (including the Olympic Museum) and, thanks to the large number of students, a dazzling nightlife.

Population

The city has approximately 125,000 inhabitants, the majority speaking French.

Location

Lausanne is located in Switzerland on the north bank of Lake Geneva (in French: Lac Léman). Across the water lies the French city Évian-les-Bains (of the famous mineral water) and northwest of Lausanne lie the Jura Mountains. The city lies over 60 kilometers northeast of Geneva.

Economy

Lausanne's economy is extremely healthy, thanks to for example the contribution of the headquarters of several multinationals. Tobacco Company Philip Morris and the packaging cooperation Tetra Laval are headquartered here and food giant Nestlé is headquartered in the nearby Vevey. The headquarters of the International Olympic Committee, also called a multinational by some, are also based here.

Airports

The nearest larger airport is Geneva International Airport, 60 kilometers southwest of Lausanne. It's easily reachable by rental car via freeway A1.

Public Transport

Lausanne has excellent public transport consisting of (trolley) buses and a subway. From the train station there are good connections with other places in Switzerland, including Bern and Geneva. There are also local trains, but these are mainly intended for commuters. In addition, there are boat connections with several places along Lake Geneva.

Traffic and Parking

Lausanne's center is best explored by foot. Many streets in the city center are a pedestrian zone. You can park your rental car in one of the parking garages (signposted), but they are quite expensive. The P+R areas on the verge of the city, from where you can continue traveling by public transport, are a cheaper alternative.

Hotels

You don't think that Olympic delegations would stay in a cheap hotel would you? Right; therefore Lausanne has a large choice of luxurious hotels, but there's also a large choice of hotels in the midrange category. Budget travelers will have a hard time finding a cheap room.

External Sources

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Important up-to-date information for renting a car in Lausanne

🚙 Number of rental agencies 8
⭐ Most popular car rental agency Europcar
🏆 Best rated car rental agency Avis

Practical information

  • Currency
    Swiss franc
  • Driving direction
    Right
  • City speed limit
    50 km/h
  • Freeway speed limit
    80 km/h
  • Language
    German, French, Italian
  • Popular car category
    Compact

What most people want to know

The following questions and answers are a selection of the most popular questions. If you do not find the answer to your question, have a look at the Frequently Asked Questions page or contact us.

Is EasyTerra Car Hire the cheapest?

Yes, we offer a guarantee of the lowest price - because we compare various retailers, we can always offer you the best price in town.

 What do I need to do when picking up a car?

To pick up your car, you will need your voucher, passport, driver's license and a credit card. It is very important that your driver's license and credit card are in the same name as the main driver. Keep in mind that the local rental company will reserve a certain amount on your credit card as a deposit. This requires the PIN code for your credit card. If your driver's license is foreign (for example, in Chinese), you must bring a translation with you. Only your original passport and driver's license will be accepted - a copy is not sufficient.

 Are there any additional costs?

In general, our rates are all-inclusive. Should there be any additional costs, our booking department will get in touch with you before issuing the invoice. Should you object, you can always cancel your reservation with no obligations attached (at least 48 hours in advance).

What kind of insurance is applicable to my car rental?

In general, Liability Insurance, Fire Insurance, All-Risks Insurance and Theft Insurance are included in the cost of your rental car.

 What is a worry-free label?

Only rental companies with a high level of customer satisfaction are eligible to be included in our Worry-Free selection. This rate includes excess cover and unlimited kilometres. Your vehicle will be provided and must be returned with a full tank of fuel. With a vehicle from our Worry-Free selection, you can travel with peace of mind and no hidden costs.

 How can I change or cancel my reservation?

You can cancel your reservation through "My Account". We recommend contacting us by phone if your changes to your booking or cancellation takes place at short notice (48 hours or less).

 When will I get a confirmation of my booking?

Most reservations will receive confirmation within minutes after payment takes place. We recommend contacting our Booking Department for last minute reservations (pick-up within 48 hours).

 Which car rental companies are compared by EasyTerra Car Hire at this location?
  • Avis
  • Europcar
  • Unirent Car Rental
  • Thrifty
  • Dollar Rent a Car
  • Sixt
  • Hertz
  • Budget
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