Car hires in Brussels

The majority of car hire agencies in Brussels offer free cancellation. momondo will always tell you whether or not rental car centres such as keddy by Europcar, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, and Avis have a cancellation fee for travellers who have last-minute itinerary changes.

When travelling to Brussels during the month of February, we recommend hiring an Economy car in order to be best prepared for the weather and road conditions. An Economy car can handle both the wet and dry road conditions that are often seen in Brussels during February, when temperatures are around 42,8 °F and precipitation is 80 mm on average. Hiring a Economy in Brussels will cost you R331/day on average.

Travellers who hire a car in Brussels should be aware that the city’s speed limit is 50 km/h. Suburban speed limits around Brussels are generally 90 km/h, whereas speed limits on motorways are 120 km/h. Keep in mind that speeds may change depending on what road you’re travelling on, so be on the lookout for posted signage.

During the month of January the average temperature in Brussels is 37,4 °F and the expected precipitation is 80 mm. This information is useful for travellers looking for a car hire in Brussels.

Those looking to hire a car in Brussels for a road trip to the surrounding areas, please know the weather in Brussels during the month of January usually is around 37,4 °F with 80 mm of possible rain.

Prices for cars in Brussels refresh daily.

The number of operators available for cars in Brussels is 47 as of January 2025.

The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including Brussels. In many EU countries drivers must be 18 years old. As a rule, you’ll need to be 21 to hire a car abroad, and a young driver surcharge may be applied if you are under 25. We recommend reading through the policy of your chosen hire company before booking.

When hiring a car in Brussels, all drivers must present a full valid driving license. An International Driving Permit is required if the driving license is written in a language different to that of the country of hire and may be necessary to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you are hiring abroad, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend checking with the individual hire company you are booking with.