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Car hire Pretoria

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Car hire Pretoria

EasyTerra Car Hire Pretoria is an independent car hire comparison site. Our system compares prices from well-known car hire companies so as a customer you can always book your hire car through us at a competitive rate.

Car rental companies in Pretoria

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

  • Avis

    9.2 (5940)
    No rates available
  • Bluu Car Rental

    9.1 (24)
    No rates available
  • Bidvest Car Rental

    8.2 (176)
    No rates available
  • Budget

    7.9 (9604)
    No rates available
  • Hertz

    7.8 (6852)
    No rates available
  • First Car

    7.6 (596)
    No rates available
  • Europcar

    7.2 (8061)
    No rates available
  • National Car Rental

    8.1 (402)
    No rates available
  • Sixt

    8 (3316)
    No rates available
  • FireFly Car Rental

    7.6 (3811)
    No rates available
  • Keddy By Europcar

    7.5 (3331)
    No rates available

Car rental companies in and around Pretoria

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Pretoria

EasyTerra Car Hire Pretoria compares prices of car hire companies at the following locations:

1117 Church Street

Location information for Pretoria

Introduction

Pretoria is often called the capital of South Africa, but officially it's only the country's administrative capital (the legislative capital is Cape Town and the judicial one Bloemfontein). One of the main places of interest is the Voortrekker Monument, a huge memorial dedicated to the Voortrekkers, the whites from Dutch descent who traveled from the Cape Province to the east.

Population

Officially Pretoria isn't an independent municipality; the city is part of the City of Tshwane Metropolitan Municipality which has approximately 2 million inhabitants. Pretoria itself has a population of approximately 600,000.

Location

Pretoria is located in the northeast of South Africa, about 50 kilometers north of Johannesburg. The city is situated in a warm, sheltered and fertile valley surrounded by hills.

Economy

As the country's administrative capital, it's not surprising that the government is the largest employer of Pretoria, coupled with the foreign embassies and diplomatic services. It's also an educational center: the city houses two universities and other institutes for higher education. Pretoria has mainly heavy industry: iron and copper foundries, steel factories, automotive industry and engineering.

Airports

The nearest airport is OR Tambo International Airport, near Johannesburg. It's situated about 45 kilometers south of Pretoria's center and is easily reachable by rental car via the Albertina Sisulu Highway (R21). The way and exit to the airport are clearly signposted.

Public Transport

Since August 2011, public transport in Gauteng Province has significantly improved with the introduction of the Gautrain network. It's a sort of subway which links Johannesburg with Pretoria. There are also buses from the subway stations to other destinations. For security reasons we advise against using the minibuses which traverse the city. The bus connections with other cities, mostly via Johannesburg, are good. The luxury trains of Blue Train connect Pretoria with Cape Town.

Traffic and Parking

Especially between Pretoria and Johannesburg traffic is busy. It's hoped that traffic will decrease once more people choose to travel between the two cities by Gautrain. Pretoria has several parking lots and garages, but always choose a closely watched parking facility. The city lies nearby junctions of several freeways, making it easy to reach other destinations in the country by rental car.

Hotels

Pretoria has an enormous choice of accommodations, mainly midrange and luxury hotels, but you can also find basic guesthouses. It may be difficult to find a suitable hotel room, especially in the higher category, when important meetings of the parliament or other state events are ongoing. Hotels in the nearby Centurion (south of Pretoria) may then be a solution.

External Sources

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Practical information

  • Currency
    South African rand
  • Driving direction
    Left
  • City speed limit
    60 km/h
  • Freeway speed limit
    100 km/h
  • Language
    English, Tswana, Southern Sotho, Afrikaans, Southern Ndebele, Swati, Tsonga, Venda, Xhosa, Zulu
  • Popular car category
    Mini

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 EasyTerra Car Hire 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 EasyTerra Car Hire at this location?
  • Avis
  • Bluu Car Rental
  • Bidvest Car Rental
  • Budget
  • Hertz
  • First Car
  • Europcar
  • National Car Rental
  • Sixt
  • FireFly Car Rental
  • Keddy By Europcar
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