Compare Bahamas car hire

Driving in the Bahamas can be a little confusing for visitors… Although you drive on the left-hand side of the road like at home, most cars are American, which means the steering wheel is on the left side too!

Roads in and around Nassau and Freeport are generally quite good, but you might occasionally find yourself stuck in bumper-to-bumper traffic when cruise ships are in town. Be prepared for a rough ride in more rural areas of the Bahamas and on the Out Islands, where roads tend to be narrow, winding and poorly maintained.

International car rental agencies in the Bahamas can be found at the airports on New Providence and Grand Bahama Island, as well as in downtown Nassau, on Paradise Island, and at some resorts. Expect to nab the cheapest Bahamas car rentals on these popular islands, where competition drives prices down.

On the Out Islands, you’re generally limited to renting from small, privately-owned companies, which can be found in the islands’ major settlements.

Take advantage of the cheapest Bahamas car hire rates in New Providence and visit some of the island’s more far-flung attractions.

Drive west of busy Cable Beach to Love Beach, one of the most secluded beaches in the Bahamas. This serene white sand beach is known for its excellent snorkelling, with 16 hectares (40 acres) of coral reef, called the Sea Gardens, to be found just offshore.

Drive into southwestern New Providence to visit Clifton Heritage Park, a must for history hobbyists and nature nerds. Hike along the park’s picturesque trails, which pass through a range of ecosystems, including coastal wetlands, dunes and beaches. The park also contains the haunting ruins of an 18th-centry plantation’s slave quarters.

On Grand Bahama Island, cheap Bahamas car hire is essential for exploring the island’s quaint East End. Drive through pretty villages dotted with pastel-painted houses and admire lush forests of yellow pine and palmetto.

After that, plot a route to Lucayan National Park and swim off the coast of scenic Gold Rock Beach, or stroll along boardwalks leading through mangrove swamps.

A rental car is almost a necessity for getting around on the Out Islands, where taxis are very costly and attractions are few and far between.

1. Visitors to the Bahamas can use their UK licences for up to three months. For longer stays, you will need to apply for a Bahamian drivers’ licence.
   
   
2. Be prepared to pay for petrol in cash at most stations in the Bahamas.
   
   
3. You’ll have no problem finding petrol on New Providence and Grand Bahama Island, but stations can be sparse on the Out Islands. Keep your tank full and consider where you’ll be able to get petrol when planning your itinerary, remembering that some stations may be closed on Sundays.

Fair fuel policy

A fair fuel policy (also known as full-to-full or same-to-same) means you’ll only pay for the fuel you use. All car rental deals compared on TravelSupermarket come with a fair fuel policy, so you can book your hire car safe in the knowledge there will be no nasty surprises at drop-off. More information on TravelSupermarket’s commitment to fair fuel policies can be found here.

No hidden fees

All rental deals compared on TravelSupermarket include mandatory fees (for example, one-way and young driver surcharges) in your rental quote at the time of booking, meaning you’ll know the full price of your car hire upfront.