Car hires in Montreal, Quebec

Every car hire company in Montreal has a different cancellation policy. At momondo, we will always disclose in the car hire search results whether or not an agency has a cancellation fee. Some of the top car hire companies in Montreal include Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Thrifty, and Hertz, so be sure to check if they offer free cancellation.

Most people will hire an Economy car when travelling to Montreal during the month of October. Good fuel efficiency and an ability to handle wet road conditions make the Economy car a go-to choice when precipitation averages 94 mm and temperatures hover around 3 °C. Hiring a Economy in Montreal will cost you €35/day on average.

60 km/h is the city speed limit for Montreal, which also applies to surrounding towns and other urban centres. The suburban speed limit and the speed limit for motorways around Montreal are 110 km/h and 120 km/h, respectively. If you hire a car in Montreal, be aware that these speed limits may be strictly enforced.

Typically, the weather in Montreal through the month of September is 16 °C and the expected precipitation is 87 mm. This is important information to know when hiring a car so you can be sure to rent the perfect car for the expected weather.

If you’re looking for a Montreal hire car for a road trip to the surrounding areas during the month of September it’s important to know that the rest of Quebec typically has a temperature of 14 °C and will usually expect 88.5 mm of precipitation.

Prices for cars in Montreal are refreshed on a daily basis.

As of September 2025, there are 155 operators available to choose from for cars in Montreal.

The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including Montreal. In many EU countries drivers must be 18 years old. As a rule, you’ll need to be 21 to hire a car abroad, and a young driver surcharge may be applied if you are under 25. We recommend reading through the policy of your chosen hire company before booking.

To hire a car in Montreal, all drivers must present a valid full driving license. If the license is written in a language other than the language of the country of hire, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're hiring a car abroad, you may also need to provide evidence of your return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend that you verify with the specific hire company you're booking with.