Nova Scotia

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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 26 November 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 231/day – about 297% 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 Alamo (rated 8.9/10). Budget (rated 8.8/10) 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 February, with an average daily rate of just RM 159. Conversely, August is the priciest month, averaging RM 407 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 February, with an average daily rate of just RM 159. Conversely, August is the priciest month, averaging RM 407 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 165

February

RM 159

March

RM 182

April

RM 171

May

RM 207

June

RM 293

July

RM 405

August

RM 407

September

RM 258

October

RM 238

November

RM 188

December

RM 213

What car do most people hire in Nova Scotia?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Nova Scotia are the following: Full-size cars (Chevrolet Malibu or similar), Passenger van cars (Chrysler Pacifica or similar), and Mini cars (Chrysler Pacifica or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Nova Scotia?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 17 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Avis has the second-highest number of locations in Nova Scotia at 11.

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 26 November 2025.

Alamo

1 location

Budget

10 locations

Avis

11 locations

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

17 locations

National

3 locations

Thrifty

4 locations

Dollar

3 locations

Hertz

5 locations

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 26 November 2025.
  • Can I rent a car for a month in Nova Scotia?

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Nova Scotia for a month is certainly possible.

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