Trinidad and Tobago car rentals

On average a car hire in Trinidad and Tobago costs RM 306 per day.

Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Trinidad and Tobago.

In the past 72 hours, the cheapest car hires were found at Ace (RM 170/day), Alamo (RM 225/day) and keddy by Europcar (RM 279/day).

Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.

Anyone who chooses to rent a car in Trinidad and Tobago should be aware of several features of island driving and should never drive at night. Common hazards to watch out for include potholes and landslides, plus livestock and pedestrians on the road. In terms of driving styles, you can expect to encounter tailgating, sudden stops, and lane changing without signaling. Driving is on the left side and road signs are in English.

To rent a car in Trinidad and Tobago, most agencies require drivers to be at least 25 years old and to have held a valid license for at least two years. Some agencies like Sixt, however, will accept drivers as young as 21 for an additional daily fee of around 76 TTD (11.25 USD). Drivers with a license issued in the USA, UK, Canada, Germany, or Bahamas may use their domestic license to rent a car in Trinidad and Tobago for up to 90 days; in all other cases, an International Driver’s Permit (IDP) is required.

Fuel in Trinidad and Tobago is relatively inexpensive, unleaded petrol costing around 5.75 TTD (0.85 USD) per liter and diesel about 3.40 TTD (0.50 USD) per liter. Petrol stations usually have attendants and may operate irregular hours.

There are three main speed limits enforced in Trinidad and Tobago, and both fixed and mobile speed cameras are in operation. In well developed areas, drivers should stick to a top speed of 55 km/h (34 mph), while in rural areas, this limit is increased to 80 km/h (50 mph). Highways have a maximum speed limit of 110 km/h (68 mph).