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Hua Hin is a relaxed seaside town south of Bangkok, popular with Thai families and long-stay visitors. A car takes you along the coast to national parks, caves and the old town of Phetchaburi.
Car hire prices in Hua Hin
From, total for 7 days
| Pick-up point | Small | Mid-size | Large / SUV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hua Hin | €316 | €340 | €362 |
Zero excess from €357 a week.
Total for a 7-day rental, fully insured with everything included. Rates vary by car, availability and how far ahead you book. Updated 10 November 2026. About this price
What's included in the price
Zero excess on selected cars
Every other car at Hua Hin has its excess refunded in full by Sunny Cars. You can see which is which in the rental conditions of each car.
- Collision damage and theft cover
- Damage to windows, tyres, roof and undercarriage
- Lost or damaged keys and towing after an accident or breakdown
- Third-party liability, topped up to €10 million
- Unlimited mileage
- Local taxes and airport fees
- Fair fuel policy: return the car with the fuel level you picked it up with
Not included: Tolls on expressways and motorways; fuel; child seats and other extras you add at the desk; traffic fines and parking.
What to bring
- Driving licence
- Your own licence held for at least 1 year (3 years for some cars), plus an International Driving Permit.
- Credit card
- In the main driver’s name, for the deposit.
- Deposit
- Up to about €136, held on a credit card in the main driver's name.
- Driver age
- From 21 on selected cars, from 25 on the others. Some cars have an upper age limit of 75. Each car shows its age limits before you book.
- Additional driver
- Included with selected cars. Each car shows it before you book.
Picking up your car in Hua Hin
You collect your car in Hua Hin itself. If you fly into Bangkok, Hua Hin is about 3 hours south-west by road; many travellers take the train or a transfer down and pick up the car here.
Free cancellation
Cancel free of charge up to 1 hour before your rental starts. After that, the full price of the booking applies.
Driving around Hua Hin
- Traffic drives on the left. If you are used to driving on the right, an automatic makes the first days easier.
- Bring an International Driving Permit as well as your own licence. Thai law asks for both, and police checkpoints do check.
- The main road is busy. Phetkasem Road runs through the town and carries all through traffic; the coast roads to Khao Takiab and Pranburi are calmer.
Frequently asked questions
How much does car hire in Hua Hin cost?
A week of car hire in Hua Hin starts at €316 for a small car, €340 for a mid-size car and €362 for a large car or SUV. That is the total for seven days, fully insured with everything included. Rates vary by car, availability and how far ahead you book. Updated 10 November 2026.
Is there an excess when I hire a car in Hua Hin?
Zero excess on selected cars. Every other car at Hua Hin has its excess refunded in full by Sunny Cars. You can see which is which in the rental conditions of each car. Updated 10 November 2026.
Can I cancel my car hire in Hua Hin for free?
Yes. Cancel free of charge up to 1 hour before your rental starts. After that, the full price of the booking applies.
Do I need a credit card to hire a car in Hua Hin?
Yes. Up to about €136, held on a credit card in the main driver's name.
How far is Hua Hin from Bangkok by car?
About 3 hours from central Bangkok, depending on traffic when leaving the city.
Day trips by car
- Khao Sam Roi Yot National Park and Phraya Nakhon Cave, with its pavilion lit by sunlight, about 1 hour south.
- Phetchaburi, with the hilltop palace of Khao Wang, about 1 hour north.
- Kaeng Krachan National Park, Thailand's largest, about 1.5 hours west.
- Pranburi, quiet beaches and a mangrove forest walk, about 30 minutes south.
When to go
Hua Hin is one of the drier places in Thailand. November to April is the best time; the wettest months are usually September to November.