Car & Van Hire - Lyon

Welcome to the Enterprise Lyon car rental page. Choose from a wide range of modern and well-maintained vans and commercial vehicles at great prices.

Why rent a car with Enterprise Rent-A-Car?

Don't know where to look for car rental in Lyon? Talk to Enterprise Rent-A-Car, the world's leading car rental company, with over 10,000 branches in more than 90 countries. Through our website and call centres, we offer a wide range of vehicles for varying lengths of time and at competitive prices.

Choose from a selection of cars and vans, recent vehicles in perfect condition and a large variety of optional extras. We are committed to sustainable development and offer electric and hybrid vehicles, whilst also recycling filters and engine oils. Just like UEFA – of which we are a sponsor – you won't regret choosing us for your car rental.

Enterprise car hire locations - Lyon

There are five car rental branches in and around Lyon: Enterprise Rent-A-Car has branches in the city centre, at Lyon-Part Dieu station and Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport, as well as in the neighbouring towns of Écully, Limonest and Vénissieux. Simply find a rental branch near you, or pick up your vehicle after arriving by plane or train.

Lyon, a former Roman city in the heart of the Rhône Valley, is France's third-largest municipality and the second-largest metropolis including its outskirts. It has preserved its rich architectural heritage while looking to the future, becoming a major university and technological city that attracts students, business travellers and tourists alike.

A wide variety of rental cars in Lyon

Enterprise Rent-A-Car offers all kinds of rental cars: city cars so you can get around easily, larger models for families, minivans for groups and luxury models or SUVs for when you fancy an upgrade. You'll find a model to suit your needs, whether for a few hours, a weekend, a week or a month.

We also offer many optional extras: additional insurance, roadside assistance and an entire range of products to make your trip easier (e.g. GPS, booster seats, baby car seats, child car seats). You can even add one or more extra drivers if you've got a long trip ahead of you.

Need to rent a van in Lyon?

Our fleet of vans includes company cars (with only two seats in the front), small (between 3 and 3.5 m3), medium (6 m3) or large-capacity vans (3.5 to 4.5 m3), as well as trucks (6 m3 with tailgate). Whether you need to transport goods, furniture or even move house, you'll find the model that's right for you. If you have more specific questions about vehicle dimensions, just call +33 08 25 05 25 25.

Affordable car and van rental in Lyon

With Enterprise Rent-A-Car, you don't have to spend hours searching for the best rate. By choosing to book and pay online in advance, you automatically enjoy the lowest prices. We also offer special weekend rates, from €9.99/day, and regular promotional offers. Sign up when you book your car rental to receive offers by email.

Car rental at Lyon Airport

Lyon-Saint-Exupéry Airport, which also has a TGV (high-speed train) station, is about 15 miles east of Lyon. Although several bus routes link it to the city centre, a rental car is the quickest way to reach the "capital of the Gauls" or any other destination in the area. You will find the Enterprise branch with the other rental branches, outside the airport in a location served by a direct shuttle bus (every 15 minutes). The branch is open daily: 7:00 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. Monday to Friday; 7:30 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. on Saturday; and 8:00 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. on Sunday. Outside of these hours, you can return your car keys using a dedicated post box.

What is there to do in Lyon?

Although public transport is good and it's easy to get around Vieux Lyon or to the Basilique de Fourvière, Place Bellecour or the Croix-Rousse district, renting a car in Lyon lets you fully enjoy the city and make the most of its surrounding areas. For example, you can easily reach the Parc de la Tête d'Or to the north of the city and the 2200-hectare Grand Parc Miribel Jonage for some great family days out. A car means you can also visit the vineyards of the Beaujolais and Azergues valleys, or set off to discover the charming villages in the beautiful natural surroundings to the west and north of the city. In winter, you can even enjoy a ski break less than an hour away.

What is driving in Lyon like?

Despite its size, traffic flows freely in Lyon, thanks in particular to the Fourvière tunnel, motorways and ring roads, which mean you don't have to drive straight across the city. Our optional GPS systems guarantee you won't get lost and can direct you to one of the city's 50 car parks, in addition to the metered street parking which has two different rate zones. A little detail for lovers of contemporary architecture: the Lyon Parc Auto and Célestins car parks are remarkable, with the latter even having been awarded a prize by the European Parking Association in 1996.

Enterprise car rental services

At Enterprise, we understand that our customers need flexibility when they rent a car or van. We offer a variety of car rental services to ensure that your needs are met and you have the best experience possible. 

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NEED TO DROP OFF IN A DIFFERENT LOCATION?

One Way Car Hire

Looking to hire a car for a one-way trip? No problem! Enterprise Rent-A-Car offers easy and convenient one-way car rentals from most of its 10,000 locations in 90+ countries. Choose from a great selection of vehicles, including economy, saloons, SUVs, people carriers and vans.

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NEED HELP PICKING UP AND RETURNING CAR?

Free Pick Up and Drop Off Service

Our free pick-up & drop-off service is available at non-airport branches and during normal business hours. To schedule your pick-up time or make additional arrangements, ask for this when your rental branch calls to confirm your reservation.

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NEED A CAR FOR AN EXTENDED TIME?

Long Term Car Hire Service

Looking for a flexible alternative to a traditional rental or lease agreement? If so, we've got a programme for you — it's our Month-or-More℠ Plan. We've set up dedicated long-term branches throughout UK to provide our customers one-on-one attention. Just let us know when and where you need to rent a vehicle, and we'll take care of the rest.

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