Car Hire in Aurillac Center

Aurillac is the capital of Cantal and the gateway to the volcanic landscape of Massif Central, located 160 km south of Clermont-Ferrand. With a rental car from Aurillac city center, you can explore the Truyère Valley, the medieval town of Salers (30 km), and the impressive Cantal volcanoes. Aurillac city center is characterized by its historic quarter around Place du Square and Saint-Étienne Castle.

From here, it's 30 km to Salers, one of France's most beautiful villages, and 50 km to Murat at the foot of Plomb du Cantal. Aurillac has 6 rental companies in the city center – compare prices and terms carefully, especially for winter tires if you're driving in November–April. Choose an SUV to handle the steep D-roads in Cantal.

Visit Aurillac during the international street theater festival in August for a unique experience. Which nature experiences can I reach by rental car from Aurillac? Puy Mary (50 km), Truyère Lake (40 km), and Jordanne Valley (20 km) are all easy day trips.

Do I need winter tires in Aurillac? Yes, during winter (November–April), winter tires are strongly recommended due to snow and ice in the Cantal mountains. How close is Aurillac airport to the city center?

Aurillac airport is located 5 km south of the city center, just under 10 minutes of driving via D920.

We compare prices from all major providers at Aurillac Center so you can see the total cost upfront — including insurance, fuel terms and any extras. Most bookings include free cancellation up to 48 hours before pickup, giving you flexibility if your plans change.