Car hires in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal

40 km/h is the city speed limit for Pietermaritzburg, which also applies to surrounding towns and other urban centres. The suburban speed limit and the speed limit for motorways around Pietermaritzburg are 100 km/h and 120 km/h, respectively. If you hire a car in Pietermaritzburg, be aware that these speed limits may be strictly enforced.

Those looking to hire a car in Pietermaritzburg for a road trip to the surrounding areas, please know the weather in KwaZulu-Natal during the month of November usually is around 22 °C with 110 mm of possible rain.

Prices for cars in Pietermaritzburg are updated daily.

The number of operators available for cars in Pietermaritzburg is 21 as of November 2024.

The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including Pietermaritzburg. 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.

When hiring a car in Pietermaritzburg, all drivers must present a full valid driving license. An International Driving Permit is required if the driving license is written in a language different to that of the country of hire and may be necessary to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you are hiring abroad, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend checking with the individual hire company you are booking with.