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Popular rental locations in Toronto

The following rental locations are the most popular for renting a car in Toronto

Car rental offers in Toronto

Whether you're looking for a small rental car or a station wagon for the entire family, we will always have a suitable vehicle for the lowest price. Below are some examples from our selection in Toronto.

Car type
Mini
Economy
Compact
Intermediate
Standard
Full-size
Luxury
Passenger van
Convertible
SUV

Car rental companies in Toronto

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

  • Avis

    9 (5940)
    From £ 31 / day
  • Hertz

    8.6 (6852)
    From £ 30 / day
  • Sixt

    8.2 (3316)
    From £ 29 / day
  • Discount

    7.9 (29)
    No rates available
  • Budget

    7.8 (9604)
    From £ 36 / day
  • Alamo

    7.7 (8619)
    From £ 36 / day
  • Thrifty

    7.7 (5438)
    From £ 28 / day
  • National Car Rental

    7.6 (402)
    From £ 36 / day
  • Dollar Rent a Car

    6.1 (4314)
    From £ 28 / day
  • Fox Rent A Car

    5.7 (13)
    No rates available
  • ACE Rent A Car

    5.5 (15)
    From £ 9 / day
  • Economy Rent a Car

    No reviews
    From £ 12 / day
  • NÜ Car Rentals

    6.1 (20)
    No rates available
  • Green Motion

    7.8 (1887)
    From £ 13 / day
  • SurPrice car rentals

    7 (471)
    No rates available
  • Mex Rent a Car

    6 (45)
    No rates available
  • Carwiz rent a car

    7.4 (542)
    No rates available
  • Enterprise

    8.4 (1921)
    No rates available
  • Europcar

    6.7 (8061)
    No rates available

When is the best time to book a rental car in Toronto?

Toronto - When is the most affordable time to rent a mini class car?

At this destination (Toronto), November is the most affordable time to rent a mini class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. September is the peak month for renting mini class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Toronto - When is the most affordable time to rent a economy class car?

At this destination (Toronto), November is the most affordable time to rent a economy class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. September is the peak month for renting economy class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Toronto - When is the most affordable time to rent a compact class car?

At this destination (Toronto), November is the most affordable time to rent a compact class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. September is the peak month for renting compact class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Toronto - When is the most affordable time to rent an intermediate class car?

At this destination (Toronto), November is the most affordable time to rent a intermediate class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. August is the peak month for renting intermediate class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Toronto - When is the most affordable time to rent a standard class car?

At this destination (Toronto), November is the most affordable time to rent a standard class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. August is the peak month for renting standard class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Toronto - When is the most affordable time to rent a full-size car?

At this destination (Toronto), November is the most affordable time to rent a full-size class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. August is the peak month for renting full-size class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Toronto - When is the most affordable time to rent a luxury car?

At this destination (Toronto), April is the most affordable time to rent a luxury class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. August is the peak month for renting luxury class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Toronto - When is the most affordable time to rent a SUV?

At this destination (Toronto), November is the most affordable time to rent an SUV with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. August is the peak month for renting an SUV, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Toronto - When is the most affordable time to rent a MPV?

At this destination (Toronto), November is the most affordable time to rent an mpv with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. September is the peak month for renting an mpv with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Toronto - When is the most affordable time to rent a minivan?

At this destination (Toronto), November is the most affordable time to rent a minibus with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. September is the peak month for renting a minibus, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Toronto - When is the most affordable time to rent a sports car?

At this destination (Toronto), May is the most affordable time to rent a sports car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. July is the peak month for renting a sports car, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Toronto - When is the most affordable time to rent a convertible?

At this destination (Toronto), December is the most affordable time to rent a convertible with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. August is the peak month for renting a convertible, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Car rental companies in and around Toronto

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Toronto

Available locations in Toronto

10414 Yonge St
10619 Yonge St
11552 Yonge St
1245 Danforth Avenue
1334 Dundas Street East
134 Jarvis St
1345 Lawrence Ave East
1369 Dundas Street E. Unit B
1474 Victoria Park Ave
1537 Avenue Rd
161 Bay Street
16775 Yonge St
17565 Yonge Street
191 Parliament Street
191 Parliment Street
1910 Yonge Street
2 Bloor St E
20 Bloor St E
200 Front St W
220 Yonge St
2345 Yonge St
2401 Dundas St W
2440 Dundas St W
2746 Yonge St
307 Lake Shore Blvd E
3131 Danforth Ave
3193 Dundas West
3200 Dufferin St
330 Front St W
3320 Dufferin Street
333 College St
340 Evans Ave.
3441 Dundas St W
40 Blue Jays Way
4240 Sheppard Ave East
445 Rexdale Blvd
4728 Yonge St
50 Burnhamthorpe Rd W
5481 Dundas Street West
5553 Dundas St W
60 Harbour St
6048 Yonge St
6120 Midfield Rd
62 Sheppard Ave W
626 Dixon Rd
65 Regent Park Blvd
7545 Yonge St
80 Bloor St E
865 York Mills Rd
920 Yonge St
930 Yonge St
947 Dovercourt Rd
9677 Yonge St
999 Danforth Ave
115 Strachan Ave

Toronto Guide

Car Hire

Canada’s largest and most cosmopolitan city is Toronto, an eclectic and vibrant metropolis that lies just across the border from America. It’s a fantastic place to kick back, poke around and mingle with the 200 or so ethnic groups that call Toronto home. Eating out is major highlight here, but so are the surrounding attractions like Niagara Falls and the villages of Ontario’s cottage country. With a car rental, visitors will find there are some classic Canadian experiences waiting just an hour or two from the city.

Who to Book With
Most of the world’s big name rental outfits, including Avis, Hertz and Enterprise, can be found at Toronto’s bustling Pearson International Airport. These same firms have many offices scattered around the city, with Enterprise boasting 25 branches alone. Despite all the outlets, Toronto is one of North America’s busiest cities all year round, so it’s advised to make car hire bookings online as early as possible to get the vehicle of your choice and lock down the best rates.

Best Time to go
Toronto enjoys four distinct seasons, and only winter really qualifies as unpleasant due to the cold temperatures and frequent snow. Summers are nice, but tend to be a bit humid due to frequent thunderstorms. Still, this is the busiest and most festive season, followed by the beautiful autumn that kicks off around late September. Spring starts in May and is also very pleasant, as the city bursts into greenery.

Need to Know Essentials
Have the following documents ready when you go to the rental office:

- A valid driving license or International Driving Permit
- A second form of photo ID
- The credit card used with the online booking
- A printed copy of your rental confirmation

For more info please read our FAQ's.

Driving
Toronto is a huge city, so a car can be useful, even to move around the centre of town. But be aware that traffic tends to get congested every day during the rush hours (07:00 to 10:00 and 16:00 to 19:00), even on the outer highways. There are plenty of parking garages in the city centre marked by the Green P sign, but they are expensive. Rates start at CD$2.25 for 30 minutes, CD$14 per day (Monday to Friday) and CD$6 per day (weekends). There is also ample street-side parking downtown in the form of pay-for parking meters, and Toronto’s meter maids are notorious for their vigilance.

Highways are an essential facet of driving in Toronto. There is a series of 400 highways that run around and away from the city, including the vital artery Highway 401, the busiest in Canada. Most of these highways are free, except for special sections like the Highway 407 Expressway Toll Route. Within the city itself, the streets are laid out in a logical grid system.

See our guide to Canada for more information on driving here.

Transport

All of the city’s public transport is managed by the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC), an integrated network of buses, streetcars, subways and light rapid transit (LRT) trains. Overall, it’s an efficient and affordable transport system that can usually handle the needs of most visitors who travel around the city centre. Fleets of expensive taxis also ply the streets of Toronto.

The TTC uses an integrated ticketing system for all four forms of public transport. A token, ticket or pass, which must be used to board any of the lines, can be bought at subway stations and any convenience store that has the TTC tickets sign posted. Bus drivers will not sell tickets or give change.

A single-fare ride on any of the lines, including transfers, costs CD$3. You can also buy a pack of five or ten tokens for CD$2.50 each or an unlimited Day Pass for CD$10. Be sure and get a transfer slip when disembarking if you plan to continue your trip on another form of transport.

Subway
Toronto has three subway lines: two major lines and one short line. Compared to travelling on the streets, the subway is extremely fast, clean and easy to figure out. There is also a light rail line that connects the downtown core to the Harbour front. The subway runs from 06:00 to 01:30 Monday to Saturday and from 09:00 to 01:30 on Sundays.

Taxis
Taxis in Toronto are among the most expensive in North America. They can be hailed easily on the downtown streets, found waiting in front of major hotels or called for a quick pick-up 24 hours a day. There are plenty of reputable companies in the city, including Diamond and Crown. Rates begin at CD$4 when you get in, plus CD$0.25 for each 500ft travelled. Fares quickly mount up.

Buses and Streetcars
Where the subway ends, the city’s buses and streetcars take over. Toronto is the only city in Canada with streetcars, and while these street-level modes of transport tend to get bogged down in rush hour traffic, they are very convenient the rest of the time. Transfers are free from the subway, so be sure and grab a transfer ticket when you exit.

Exploring

The greater Toronto area itself is full of places to explore by car, including ethnic neighbourhoods, sprawling public parks and historic sites like Casa Loma. There are beaches to visit along Lake Ontario and an endless land of lakes and rivers just to the north in Ontario’s cottage country. Of course, Niagara Falls and all its wonder is a quick drive west. To access any of these sites, you really need to have a car of your own.

Recommended Drives

Niagara Falls - This is one of the world’s most awe-inspiring natural wonders. The Niagara Escarpment is just 90 minutes from Toronto along the swift Queen’s Expressway. Besides marvelling at the falls and enjoying the activities on hand, there are wineries and quaint towns in the area to drive to.

Cottage Country - This is what the locals call the region north of Toronto, where thousands of little lakes, lake towns and summer cottages are located. Driving around Muskoka and the Kawarthas is an absolute joy, especially during the colourful autumn, with plenty of quaint towns to stop off at for breaks.

Lake Ontario beaches - These provide the perfect escape during summer, and there are dozens to choose from within an hour or two of Toronto. The sands are golden, the water clear and the facilities well-organised. Take your pick from perennial favourites like Wasaga, Sauble Beach or Grand Bend.

Practical information

  • Currency
    Canadian dollar
  • Driving direction
    Right
  • City speed limit
    50 km/h
  • Freeway speed limit
    50 - 100 km/h
  • Language
    English, French
  • Popular car category
    Intermediate

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 Carrentals.co.uk 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 Carrentals.co.uk at this location?
  • Avis
  • Hertz
  • Sixt
  • Discount
  • Budget
  • Alamo
  • Thrifty
  • National Car Rental
  • Dollar Rent a Car
  • Fox Rent A Car
  • ACE Rent A Car
  • Economy Rent a Car
  • NÜ Car Rentals
  • Green Motion
  • SurPrice car rentals
  • Mex Rent a Car
  • Carwiz rent a car
  • Enterprise
  • Europcar