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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 18 June 2025.

Most popular company

Avis

Most common car type

Full-size

Average price per day

S$ 136

Cheapest price per day

S$ 105

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$ 67, which is about 35% 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 Budget (rated 8.8/10 with 65 reviews). Alamo (rated 8.8/10 with 15 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 S$ 36. Conversely, August is the priciest month, averaging S$ 110 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$ 110 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$ 40

March

S$ 42

April

S$ 45

May

S$ 59

June

S$ 77

July

S$ 108

August

S$ 110

September

S$ 71

October

S$ 66

November

S$ 50

December

S$ 49

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

In Nova Scotia, Alamo, Avis, Budget, and Enterprise Rent-A-Car have 1 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 18 June 2025.

Budget

8.8
Very Good
65 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

9.0

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

8.0

Alamo

8.8
Very Good
15 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

8.6

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

8.1

Avis

8.8
Very Good
22 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.9

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

9.1

Value

7.8

National

8.8
Very Good
3 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.3

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

9.1

Value

8.2

Thrifty

8.0
Very Good
15 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.1

Value

7.4

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.8
Good
12 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Overall

7.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

7.5

Hertz

7.3
Good
17 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

7.3

Pick-up/drop-off

7.3

Value

7.1

keddy by Europcar

1 location

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 18 June 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Nova Scotia?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under S$ 136/day when booking a car hire in Nova Scotia. The absolute best deal a user found was for S$ 103/day from Avis, booked on Jun. 15.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Nova Scotia for a week from Avis?

    Avis is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Nova Scotia. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about S$ 950 per week.

  • 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.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Nova Scotia for a month?

    The monthly cost of a car rental in Nova Scotia is S$ 4,071 (S$ 136/day) on average.

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