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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 27 November 2025.

Most common car type

Intermediate

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?

To get the best deal on a rental car in Nova Scotia, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around S$ 65, which is about 31% cheaper than the typical rate.

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 January, with an average daily rate of just S$ 36. Conversely, August is the priciest month, averaging S$ 116 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 S$ 36. Conversely, August is the priciest month, averaging S$ 116 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

S$ 36

February

S$ 39

March

S$ 43

April

S$ 45

May

S$ 60

June

S$ 78

July

S$ 113

August

S$ 116

September

S$ 68

October

S$ 61

November

S$ 49

December

S$ 51

What car do most people rent in Nova Scotia?

Full-size cars (Chevrolet Malibu, for example) are the most popular in Nova Scotia. Passenger van (Chrysler Pacifica) and Mini (Chrysler Pacifica) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Nova Scotia.

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

In Nova Scotia, Avis, Budget, and Enterprise Rent-A-Car have 4 locations, more than any other rental company in the area.

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 27 November 2025.

Alamo

1 location

Budget

4 locations

Avis

4 locations

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

4 locations

National

1 location

Thrifty

2 locations

Dollar

2 locations

Hertz

3 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 27 November 2025.
  • Can I rent a car for a month in Nova Scotia?

    The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Nova Scotia it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.

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