Car Rental Johannesburg

Daily Car Rental Rates in South Africa

*daily rates in Johannesburg based on a 1 day rental (24hr period) and for guidance purposes only.

Car Hire:
Book car hire in Johannesburg with Rhino Car Hire and enjoy the flexibility to explore South Africa’s largest city and beyond. From Soweto and Gold Reef City to Kruger National Park, a rental car is the easiest way to travel.

Quick Driving Times:

• Soweto: ~30 mins

• Gold Reef City: ~20 mins

• Kruger National Park: ~4–5 hrs

• Pretoria: ~45 mins

 

 

 

Driving Around Johannesburg

Renting a car in Johannesburg is convenient with multiple pickup locations across the city. Whether you’re landing at O.R. Tambo International Airport and need to collect your rental car there, or you’re looking to pick up your vehicle in Downtown Johannesburg or near the Carlton Centre, we’ve got you covered. The city’s roads are generally well-maintained and clearly marked, making navigation straightforward. However, Johannesburg is a city of contrasts, so exercise caution, particularly in some of the more impoverished areas known for higher crime rates. With proper preparation and awareness, driving in Johannesburg can be a smooth and enjoyable experience.

Having a rental car will allow you to explore this fantastic city at a pace that suits you. Cape Town is approximately 1400km south west and Durban 570km south east of Johannesburg.

FAQs for taking a Johannesburg rental car cross border

Can I take a rental car from Johannesburg to Botswana?

You can take a rental car to Botswana with Avis, Bidvest, Budget, Europcar, First, Hertz, Keddy, Sixt and Tempest. Only Firefly and Woodford to not allow this service. Rates range from 1,250 ZAR to 1,800 ZAR.

Can I take a rental car from Johannesburg to Mozambique?

Europcar, First, Hertz, Keddy, Sixt and Tempest permit cross border travel in your rental car from Johannesburg to Mozambique. Avis, Bidvest, Budget, Firefly and Woodword do not allow this. Hertz have the lowest cross border charge of just 1,600 ZAR.

Can I take a rental car from Johannesburg to Zimbabwe?

Europcar, Keddy and Sixt allow you take a rental car from Johannesburg into Zimbabwe, all charging 3,000 ZAR. All other rental supplier prohibit this.