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Travel Information
Language
Croatian
Currency
HRK
Country code
385
Average car rental length
4 days
Economy car rental price
$22.01 / per day
Traffic direction
Right-hand
Speed limit out of town
90 km/h
56 mi/h
Speed limit within town
50 km/h
31 mi/h
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.05%
Why rent a car in Zagreb?
Zagreb is a great place for renting a car. Having a ride will give you the freedom to see all of this interesting and diverse city and its surroundings. Thanks to its location, Zagreb can also serve as a great base for exploring the rest of Croatia, as well as nearby countries like Slovenia, Hungary, and Serbia.
One-Way Car Rentals in Zagreb
The most popular one-way rental options for pick up in Zagreb and drop off in another city include:
- From Zagreb to Dubrovnik - 704 offers from US$ 15.86 per day
- From Zagreb to Split - 907 offers from US$ 15.86 per day
- From Zagreb to Zadar - 321 offers from US$ 22.49 per day
- From Zagreb to Pula - 171 offers from US$ 22.49 per day
- From Zagreb to Graz - 32 offers from US$ 47.47 per day
Top ways to enter Zagreb
- Zagreb Airport: Located in the nearby town Velika Gorica, Zagreb Airport is the busiest in the country and serves nearly 3,5 million passengers every year.
- Rijeka Airport: Located just two hours drive southwest of Zagreb, Rijeka Airport is much smaller, but does provide connections to many large European cities like Munich, London, Brussels, and others.
- Ljubljana Airport (150 km / 93 mi): Serving the capital city of neighboring Slovenia, Ljubljana Airport is only 150 km (93 mi) northwest of Zagreb. If you’d like to travel from Ljubljana to Zagreb, you’ll have to cross a national border, so make sure that your car rental provider permits it and that your entry documentation is in order.
- Zadar Airport: About three hours drive away, this one is the closest airport to Zagreb in the country’s fabled southeast.
- By Rail: If you’re arriving in Zagreb by train, you can conveniently pick up a rental car at the Zagreb Railway Station.
Useful city facts
- Zagreb enjoys warm and pleasant summers, with temperatures rarely dropping below 20 °C (68 °F) or exceeding 30 °C (86 °F). Winters are cool and dry. On average, there are 29 days with snowfall per year.
- Zagreb has a population of around 800,000, but more than 1,1 million people live in its larger metropolitan area.
- Located in the northwestern part of Croatia, Zagreb is only about 30 minutes drive from the border with Slovenia and about an hour’s drive from the border with Hungary. Even Austria is just 90 minutes drive away, even though the two countries don’t share a border.
Top destinations and activities
- Maksimir Park. The largest park in Zagreb is a great place to visit on a sunny day. Resembling an old English garden, it is full of walking paths, lakes, forest areas, and flowery meadows. If you’re lucky, you’ll get to spot wildlife like turtles or the very rare middle spotted woodpecker that live in the park.
- Dolac Market. Famous at home and abroad, “the belly of Zagreb” is the place where local farmers from the nearby countryside bring vegetables, fruits, and meat for sale. Additionally to meeting local sellers and buyers, you can also purchase different crafts, as well as sea products from the nearby Adriatic coast.
- Zagreb's Museum of Broken Relationships. Created by two Croatian artists who were once a couple themselves and didn’t want to get rid of sentimental reminders of their time together, this unique and quirky museum shows both the melancholic and the funny side of love.
Traffic and parking tips
- Unless specifically indicated otherwise, the speed limits are 130 km/h on motorways, 110 km/h on main highways, 90 km/h on most other roads, and 50 km/h in populated and built-up areas.
- During autumn and spring (from October to March) you need to drive with your headlights on, even during the day.
- If you’re driving with a foreign car, it needs to have a nationality sticker on the back. This is important if you’re arriving in Croatia by car from a neighboring country, especially Montenegro, Bosnia and Herzegovina or Serbia that are not part of the European Union.
- The legal alcohol limit is 0.05% for experienced and 0.00% for novice drivers and drivers under the age of 24. Exceeding the limit can lead to large fines, an EU-wide licence ban, or even imprisonment.
- Gas stations are usually open from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., although many will work until 10:00 p.m. during summer.
- The insurance and car documentation needs to be in the car whenever you’re driving.
- If you’re the driver, you need to have your passport or ID card with you at all times.
- The emergency number, like elsewhere in the EU, is 112.
Toll roads
There’s a toll to be paid for using most Croatian motorways. There are two types of tolls in Croatia, the open ones and the closed ones. On open toll motorways, which are mostly tunnels, bridges, and short stretches of highway, the driver pays when arriving at the road. On closed toll motorways, the driver pays when arriving at the road and is given a receipt for their payment that shows where they entered the toll road. They then need to present the receipt when leaving the toll road. If you lose the receipt, you’ll need to once again for the maximum length of the toll road. If your receipt is more than 24 hours old, for example, because you stay for the night somewhere along the toll road, you’ll need to provide a valid explanation of the situation at the exit toll booth.
The payment for the toll road can be done either in cash or by credit card. You can also purchase a smart card or an expiring seasonal smart card that will include a 10% discount. Both types of smart cards are non-refundable. Some rental cars are equipped with an electronic toll responder the price of which is usually included in the rental price. Do ask your car rental provider about it in advance. Find out more about the toll roads in Croatia on the European toll road website.
Ideas for a day-trip
- Karlovac. Less than an hour’s drive southwest of Zagreb, Karlovac might seem like a cute and friendly little town, but it was once an important border post of Austrian Empire against the bellicose Ottomans. The town’s citadel, shaped like a six-point star, is one reminder of those more turbulent times. If you’re less interested in history, you’ll probably still love Karlovac’s many parks, gardens, and wildlife areas.
- Samobor. There’s a certain traveling-back-in-time feeling when visiting this quiet medieval town that’s only half an hour’s drive west of Zagreb. Located on the slopes of the hills that share the town’s name, it is as famous for its grand castle as it is for the delicious kremšnite cake.
- Plitvice Lakes Nature Park. Home to not one or two, but 16 stunning lakes, this national park and its countless unique flora and fauna species can be explored on foot, but an even better idea is to rent a boat and truly experience the wilderness from within.
Most popular rental types and cars
The most popular rental car in Croatia is the VW Polo, but the travelers also like the Opel Corsa and the Skoda Fabia a lot. The most popular rental car types are economy, mini, and compact.
Further destinations
For more about traveling around Croatia with a rental car, check out our complete guide.
- Rijeka and Istria. Just two hours drive from the capital, the freethinking city of Rijeka is a place of history, modern arts, and proud local character. Travel even further west and you’ll reach the beautiful peninsula of Istria where old Venetian influences still run strong.
- Dalmatia. Croatia’s number one tourist area that stretches along the Adriatic Coast is famous for its fun capital Split and picturesque towns like Zadar and Dubrovnik, but its spirit can be just as much found in the islands, fishing villages, and pristine beaches between them.
- Hungary. Croatia’s landlocked northern neighbor sometimes gets overlooked because of its neighbors that offer higher mountains and long sea coasts, but Hungary’s more subtle attractions can be just as rewarding, whether you choose to visit its splendid capital, Budapest, relax on the shores of lake Balaton, or go on a long wine tour.
Car Rental Prices in Zagreb
- Station wagons - from $41 per day
- Large cars - from $59 per day
- Medium cars - from $28 per day
- People Carriers/Vans - from $69 per day
- Premium cars - from $104 per day
- Small cars - from $19 per day
- SUVs - from $53 per day
How can I save money on my rental car?
There are a number of things you can do to get a good rental car deal in Zagreb. Start with:
- Compare rates of different rental car providers
- Book your rental car well in advance
- Plan your route before you go
- Know your fuel and mileage requirements
- Visit on the month when the rental prices are the cheapest. According to our data, visiting Zagreb is the cheapest in April when renting a car is about 64% cheaper than the yearly average.
Top 14 Cities near Zagreb
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Split Car Rentals from $4.20 per day251.7 km / 156.4 miles away
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389.7 km / 242.1 miles away
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Zadar Car Rentals from $4.02 per day194.4 km / 120.8 miles away
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Pula Car Rentals from $4.02 per day193.6 km / 120.3 miles away
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Rijeka Car Rentals from $6.61 per day128.4 km / 79.8 miles away
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Sibenik Car Rentals from $4.02 per day228.8 km / 142.1 miles away
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Trogir Car Rentals from $8.91 per day253.5 km / 157.5 miles away
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Osijek Car Rentals from $16.89 per day225.4 km / 140.0 miles away
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Brač Car Rentals from $52.94 per day280.8 km / 174.5 miles away
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Rovinj Car Rentals from $8.55 per day195.5 km / 121.5 miles away
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Primošten Car Rentals from $4.02 per day244.6 km / 152.0 miles away
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Porec Car Rentals from $18.48 per day193.7 km / 120.4 miles away
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Opatija Car Rentals from $9.34 per day374.9 km / 232.9 miles away
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Biograd Car Rentals from $4.02 per day209.7 km / 130.3 miles away
Top 16 Locations near Zagreb
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Panorama Zagreb Hotel Car Rentals from $16.89 per day1.9 km / 1.2 miles away
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Zagreb, Westin Hotel Car Rentals from $13.25 per day2.4 km / 1.5 miles away
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Zagreb Esplanade Hotel Car Rentals from $12.78 per day2.8 km / 1.7 miles away
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Zagreb Train Station Car Rentals from $21.67 per day2.9 km / 1.8 miles away
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Zagreb Hotel Slisko Car Rentals from $22.12 per day4.1 km / 2.5 miles away
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Zagreb Airport Car Rentals from $2.74 per day10.5 km / 6.6 miles away
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Rijeka Airport Car Rentals from $6.33 per day124.9 km / 77.6 miles away
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Rijeka Train Station Car Rentals from $13.25 per day128.8 km / 80.0 miles away
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Pula Airport Car Rentals from $4.20 per day187.1 km / 116.3 miles away
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Zadar Airport Car Rentals from $4.20 per day192.8 km / 119.8 miles away
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Zadar Port Car Rentals from $4.02 per day194.4 km / 120.8 miles away
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Osijek Airport Car Rentals from $16.89 per day225.4 km / 140.0 miles away
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Split Airport Car Rentals from $4.20 per day251.7 km / 156.4 miles away
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Split Port Car Rentals from $21.67 per day256.9 km / 159.6 miles away
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Dubrovnik Port Car Rentals from $21.67 per day387.4 km / 240.7 miles away
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Dubrovnik Airport Car Rentals from $2.38 per day403.6 km / 250.8 miles away
Map of Car Rental Locations
Which is the cheapest month to rent a car in Zagreb?
Car rental prices in Zagreb vary a lot according to the time of year. This graph compares month-to-month price changes to help you find the best offer.
Average Rental Price in Zagreb
The best month to rent a car in Zagreb is May (when prices for an Economy class start from $17.94). This is 56% cheaper than the yearly average and 76% cheaper than renting in July (when rental prices start at $75.06 for a Compact class). Knowing this can help you find the best price.
What’s the usual rental length in Zagreb?
Travel lengths vary from month to month: in November, travelers rent a car for an average of 14 days in August, the average rental period is 7 days.
Average Rental Length in Zagreb
What's the most popular month to rent a car in Zagreb?
While travelers visit Zagreb year-round, the most popular month for renting a car is March, and the least popular is June.
Popularity of Car Rental in Zagreb by Monthly Searches
Most Popular Car Models of Rental Suppliers
| Rental Agency | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Goldcar | Renault Clio | 4 | 2 | Small cars |
| GreenMotion | Opel Corsa | 4 | 1 | Small cars |
| GreenMotion | Opel Astra | 5 | 2 | Medium cars |
| AddCar | Suzuki Swift | 4 | 2 | Small cars |
| Goldcar | Citroen C1 | 3 | 1 | Small cars |
| RightCars | VW Polo | 4 | 1 | Small cars |
| AddCar | Suzuki Baleno | 5 | 2 | Medium cars |
| Goldcar | Renault Clio | 4 | 1 | Small cars |
| Goldcar | Citroen C1 | 3 | 1 | Small cars |
| AddCar | VW Polo | 4 | 2 | Small cars |
Our Customers Reviews
BB
Canada
VW Golf VII
September 14, 2019
Go ahead and rent from Discover Car Hire !
AS
United Kingdom
Opel Astra
August 11, 2019
I love the city and all its surrounding area it very nice if you want a city which is not full of tourists and still keeps a very local atmosphere vibe
AA
Germany
Opel Corsa
August 5, 2019
Plitvička park get in from the 2entrance there are less people, to the strbacki buk go in the morning around 8 you have the place for yourself, maybe sleep at donji lapac so you can get there in time, at the krka Falls don't miss out the view next to the cave on the top of the mountain, 517 steps, at rosky slap, in dubrovnik also go in the morning to the Fort imperial Point view otherwise it gets hectic if you go by car, no problem if you walk beside the heat and also the gondola is a cool experience if you not claustrofobic...
BW
Canada
Toyota Yaris
August 4, 2019
You only need a car if you are travelling beyond Zagreb. Parking in the city can be a nightmare.
BM
United Kingdom
Citroen C3
May 29, 2019
Zagreb was nice, we didn't need a car for the city but then drove on around Croatia which was great
JS
United Kingdom
Renault Clio
January 21, 2019
Picked up car to drive to Split which was over 4h drive. Very easy and cheap motorway toll. Car had snow tyres fitted which we needed and a bonus was the inbuilt sat nav, thanks. Overall easy to drive in Croatia, around Split area anyway
LM
New Zealand
VW Polo
November 5, 2018
Spent our time in Lumbarda, Korcula with family, lots to see on the island....only negative is that, if going by ferry with a car from Split, it is quite expensive. Easy drive on motorway from Zagreb to Split.
LT
Canada
Peugeot 308
September 1, 2018
Renting from the airport is most efficient, but roads can be tricky. Get a car with sensors because parking is tight everywhere.
ZS
Canada
Skoda Fabia
July 30, 2018
Road and Highway signs need improvement . When exiting the airport, didn't see signs for the different highways or major cities, just Sisak & Velika Gorica (immediate towns/cities). Plan route before leaving.
TE
Canada
Skoda Fabia
July 28, 2018
Actually went to Slovenia to visit wife's family and travel around. Great time, beautiful country. Will take the time to spend a few days in Zagreb next time and visit Dubrovnik and Croatian coast line.
AC
Romania
Audi A3 Sportback
July 11, 2018
We’ve received a brand new sedan(44km) and drove it for about 900km around beautiful Croatia. The roads are good anywhere, the driving was a blast.
NH
United Kingdom
VW Golf
June 4, 2018
Enjoyed Zagreb but then travelled to Slovenia - Ljubljana which was a great destination and would strongly recommend
Top 19 Suppliers in Zagreb in 2020
Interrent
+385997503558
Ščitarjevo 225, 10410, Ščitarjevo
Working hours
Mon:08:00-22:00
Tue:08:00-22:00
Wed:08:00-22:00
Thu:08:00-22:00
Fri:08:00-22:00
Sat:08:00-22:00
Sun:08:00-22:00
Carwiz
+38514094402
Savska cesta 106, 10000 Zagreb
Working hours
Mon:08:00-20:00
Tue:08:00-20:00
Wed:08:00-20:00
Thu:08:00-20:00
Fri:08:00-20:00
Sat:08:00-18:00
Sun:08:00-12:00
Keddy
+38598231089
Zagreb Airport,Ul. Rudolfa Fizira 21, 10150 Zagreb
Working hours
Mon:08:00-20:00
Tue:08:00-20:00
Wed:08:00-20:00
Thu:08:00-20:00
Fri:08:00-20:00
Sat:08:00-20:00
Sun:08:00-20:00
Alamo
+385993824785
AP TERM ULICA RUDOLFA FIZIRA 1,
RightCars
+38514622259
Kneza Borne 2- Hotel Sheraton, 10 000
Enterprise
+385994696325
Karlovacka Cesta 98, 10000, Zagreb
SIXT
+38513015303
Trg Kresimira Cosica 9
Europcar
+38552390090
Ul. Bože Gumpca 38, 52100 Pula
Working hours
Mon:09:00-12:00; 13:00-16:00
Tue:09:00-12:00; 13:00-16:00
Wed:09:00-12:00; 13:00-16:00
Thu:09:00-12:00; 13:00-16:00
Fri:09:00-12:00; 13:00-16:00
Avis
+385914854680
Zagreb Airport Pleso
Working hours
Mon:07:00-23:00
Tue:07:00-23:00
Wed:07:00-23:00
Thu:07:00-23:00
Fri:07:00-23:00
Sat:07:00-23:00
Sun:07:00-23:00
Budget
+385914854680
Zagreb Airport Ulica Rudolfa Fizira 21
Working hours
Mon:07:00-23:00
Tue:07:00-23:00
Wed:07:00-23:00
Thu:07:00-23:00
Fri:07:00-23:00
Sat:07:00-23:00
Sun:07:00-23:00
Autounion
+385995936452
Franjo Tuđman Airport Zagreb, Ul. Rudolfa Fizira 1, 10150, Zagreb
Working hours
Mon:07:00-23:00
Tue:07:00-23:00
Wed:07:00-23:00
Thu:07:00-23:00
Fri:07:00-23:00
Sat:07:00-23:00
Sun:07:00-23:00
Surprice
+385954442442
Hotel Sheraton, Ul Kneza Borne 2. 1000, Zagreb
Working hours
Mon:08:00-20:00
Tue:08:00-20:00
Wed:08:00-20:00
Thu:08:00-20:00
Fri:08:00-20:00
Sat:08:00-20:00
Sun:08:00-14:00
GreenMotion
+385951177666 / +385951177222
Slavonska avenija 10, 10000, Zagreb
Working hours
Mon:08:00-20:00
Tue:08:00-20:00
Wed:08:00-20:00
Thu:08:00-20:00
Fri:08:00-20:00
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Sun:08:00-20:00
Global Rent a Car
+38521444222
Heinzelova 56, 10000 Zagreb
Working hours
Mon:08:00-20:00
Tue:08:00-20:00
Wed:08:00-20:00
Thu:08:00-20:00
Fri:08:00-20:00
Sat:08:00-20:00
Sun:08:00-12:00
NUCarrentals
+385992659082
Ul. kneza Borne 1, 10000, Zagreb, Croatia
Hotel Sheraton
Ace Rent a car
+385997503558 / +3853172487251
Ulica Rudolfa Fizira 1, 10410, Velika Gorica
Working hours
Mon:08:00-22:00
Tue:08:00-22:00
Wed:08:00-22:00
Thu:08:00-22:00
Fri:08:00-22:00
Sat:08:00-22:00
Sun:08:00-22:00
AddCar
+385956600220
Ul. Sandora Brescenskog 1
10410, Velika Gorica
Goldcar
+385997503558
10410, Petina, Croatia
Working hours
Mon:08:00-22:00
Tue:08:00-22:00
Wed:08:00-22:00
Thu:08:00-22:00
Fri:08:00-22:00
Sat:08:00-22:00
Sun:08:00-22:00
Rhodium
+385997503558
Petina, 10410, Selnica Ščitarjevska
Working hours
Mon:08:00-22:00
Tue:08:00-22:00
Wed:08:00-22:00
Thu:08:00-22:00
Fri:08:00-22:00
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