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How did we find these car hire deals? We scanned through heaps of top Vancouver car hire providers to and these are the lowest Gastown car hire prices we found over the next 30 days and are subject to change.

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Driving in Vancouver: What to expect on the road

Documents you'll need
Bring your driving licence, passport and a credit card to rent a car in Vancouver.
Most visitors can use their regular driving licence. If it isn’t in English, you may need an International Driving Permit (IDP). Rental companies also check that your ID matches your booking details.
Navigating city driving
Vancouver has clear signs and steady traffic on most main roads.
Driving is simple across the city, though routes to downtown can slow at peak times. Navigation apps help you avoid bridge traffic and guide you towards neighbourhoods, parks and waterfront areas.
Tolls, emissions zones and charges
There are no toll roads in Vancouver.
The city has no emissions zones, and everyday driving is free. Some bridges outside the city have used tolls in the past, but standard routes around Vancouver don’t require toll payments.
Parking your car in Vancouver
Parking is easiest in car parks near central areas.
Street spaces can be limited downtown. Public car parks offer simpler access to shops and restaurants. Residential areas have more spaces, though time limits may apply.
Finding fuel or charging points
Fuel is easy to find, and EV charging stations in Vancouver are widespread.
Petrol stations sit on major roads and suburban routes. The city has many charging points, including fast chargers. Apps like PlugShare help you check availability before longer journeys.
Local driving style and tips
Drivers are careful, especially near cyclists and crossings.
Traffic moves steadily, but downtown gets busy during peak hours. Keep a safe distance, signal clearly and take extra care when merging on bridges or approaching busy bike lanes.
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Top car rental companies in Gastown

Routes Car Rental
Hertz
Sixt
Avis
Thrifty
Turo

Hiring a car in Gastown: Fast facts

Here's everything you need to know to hit the road happy.
Most popular car hire providerRoutes Car Rental
Most popular carEconomy
Cheapest price foundR 226 per day
Cheapest month to rentMarch

Hiring a car in Gastown: Frequently asked questions

Renting a car in Gastown is easy with Skyscanner. Just enter your travel dates to compare prices from trusted providers. Once you’ve found the best deal, book your car hire and hit the road with confidence.

On average, hiring a car in Gastown will set you back around R 1,768 per day or R 14,466 per week.

The cheapest car to rent in Gastown is a mini passenger van.

We scan the internet for all kinds of vehicle rental deals – including vans. You can even find deals on motor homes or passenger vans, too.

The cheapest car hire companies in Gastown are currently PriceLess and Economy.

Bagging the best car hire deal depends on when you book – often, it pays to book your wheels as far in advance as possible. But according to our data, the cheapest month to rent a car in Gastown is currently November.

On average, around R 14,466. But the best price we found for car hire for a week in Gastown is R 1,578.

Yes - since many people need to rent a car for moving homes or day trips, most car rental companies in Gastown offer a flat rate for hire per day. You'll usually have have to drop it back within 24 hours of picking it up to avoid any extra charges.

Yes – you can usually find car hire companies that allow you to pick up your car in one place, and then drop it off in another. Just select 'Return car to a different location' when you search for car hire in Gastown on Skyscanner.

Based on everything we know about daily prices, the average cost to hire a car in Gastown for a whole month is R 27,234.

But sometimes, you'll get a discount for booking a whole month instead of 3 and a half weeks. So play with your dates to find the best deals!

Other travellers in Gastown rated Routes Car Rental as the best overall in terms of overall experience.

PriceLess often has the cheapest car hire deals in Gastown. You should also look out for car hire deals that have a fair fuel policy – for example, a full tank of fuel on pick-up, to full tank of fuel on return.

Most car rental providers allow anyone under 25 to rent a car as long as the provide a valid drivers license and the correct documentation. It could cost slightly more due to a higher insurance excess for young drivers.

The cheapest price we found for an economy car in Gastown is R 355 per day. The average price per day is around R 1,768.

Of course. Most major car hire companies like Routes Car Rental, Hertz and Sixt offer baby and child seats as an add-on when you book.

Most car hire companies in Gastown have policies that allow you to cancel your hire car booking and get a refund if you need to. Some may allow this up to a few days before your pick-up date, and some even allow changes or cancellations up to a few hours before.

We search the internet for all kinds of vehicle hire deals in Vancouver, including vans. But at the moment, we can't find any van hire in Gastown.

Most major car hire companies in Gastown accept debit cards, but you might need to show extra documents, pay a larger deposit, or have your credit checked. Always read the company’s policy before you book to make sure they’ll accept your payment.

The number of car hire locations in an area can vary. Use Skyscanner to easily find and compare car hire in Gastown.

Third-party insurance is typically included as standard when you hire a car. If you want additional coverage, such as car rental excess insurance, the cost will depend on the type of car, the duration of your rental and the car hire company.