Nova Scotia car rentals in 2025
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car rental in Nova Scotia. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 13 June 2025.
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Cheapflights insights for Nova Scotia car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Nova Scotia, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Nova Scotia?
For the best savings on car hire in Nova Scotia, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just RM 224/day – about 354% less than the yearly average.
What is the best car rental company in Nova Scotia?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Nova Scotia is Budget (rated 8.8/10 with 49 reviews). Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 8.5/10 with 32 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Nova Scotia?
At Nova Scotia, the best time to rent a car is at January, with an average daily rate of just RM 118. Conversely, August is the priciest month, averaging RM 367 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Nova Scotia, the best time to rent a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just RM 118. Conversely, August is the priciest month, averaging RM 367 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.
January
RM 118
February
RM 131
March
RM 139
April
RM 148
May
RM 194
June
RM 258
July
RM 359
August
RM 367
September
RM 232
October
RM 215
November
RM 165
December
RM 160
What car do most people hire in Nova Scotia?
The most popular types of cars to hire in Nova Scotia are the following: SUV cars (Dodge Durango or similar), Full-size cars (Dodge Durango or similar), and Standard cars (Chevrolet Malibu or similar).
Which car hire company has the most locations in Nova Scotia?
Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 10 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Avis has the second-highest number of locations in Nova Scotia at 8.
Top rental agencies in Nova Scotia
Explore the leading car rental agencies in Nova Scotia known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Nova Scotia. Reviews were last updated on 13 June 2025.
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Nova Scotia, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 13 June 2025.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Nova Scotia for a week from Thrifty?
Hiring a car in Nova Scotia for a week can be a great option for travel. Thrifty, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around RM 1,479/week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Nova Scotia?
Yes, renting a vehicle in Nova Scotia for a month is certainly possible.