Car Rental in Bologna
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Travel Information
Why rent a car in Bologna?
Bologna is a great place to explore by car. Capital of Emilia-Romagna region and located in the heart of north Italy, it is a fascinating destination in its own right, as well as in close proximity to many other interesting destinations.

One-Way Car Rentals in Bologna
The most popular one-way rental options for pick up in Bologna and drop off in another city include:
- From Bologna to Pisa - 296 offers from 182.16 SEK per day
- From Bologna to Rome - 358 offers from 182.16 SEK per day
- From Bologna to Milan - 270 offers from 198.41 SEK per day
- From Bologna to Bergamo - 156 offers from 198.41 SEK per day
- From Bologna to Naples - 152 offers from 203.65 SEK per day
Top ways to enter Bologna
- Bologna Airport: Seventh busiest in Italy, Bologna’s Airport is popular with high-class airlines and low-cost carriers alike.
- Florence Airport: About an hour-and-a-half’s drive away from Bologna, Florence Airport is served by with low-cost airline Vueling, as well as many other airlines that connect it to destinations around Europe.
- Venice Airport: Less than two hours drive north, Venice’s Marco Polo Airport is another convenient place to fly to if your final destination is Bologna.
- By land: If you’re arriving in Bologna by train, you can pick up a rental car at Bologna Railway Station.
Useful city facts
- City of culture and education, Bologna is home to University of Bologna, the oldest university in the world.
- Bologna has about 390,000 inhabitants, but a tad more than 1 million people live in its wider metropolitan area.
Top destinations and activities
- Bologna Archaeological Museum. All about fascinating ancient history, this museum presents such varied exhibits as Ancient Egyptian mummies and sarcophagi, Iron Age artefacts, Etruscan art, terracotta urns, and Roman vases.
- National Picture Gallery. Exhibiting the best of Venetian and Emilia-Romagna art, this gallery has world-famous works by Giotto, Raffaello, Parmigianino, and many others.
- The Bolognese Cuisine. Calling yourself the food capital is a bit claim in Italy, but Bologna can back it up. There are too many amazing dishes and foods to list even a small part of them, but many Bolognese claim that leaving without trying their cured meat and cheese, lasagna, and stuffed tortellini pasta amounts to a crime.
Traffic and parking tips
- The speed limit in cities is 50 km/h, although in certain areas the speed limit may be reduced to 30 km/h.
- Main highways are limited to 130 km/h, non-major highways to 110 km/h, and local roads to 90 km/h. During the rain the limits are respectively lowered to 110 km/h, 100 km/h, and 80 km/h. The general speed limit is lowered to 50 km/h during heavy fog or other cases of bad visibility.
- 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 legal alcohol limit is 0.05% for experienced drivers and 0.00% for novice drivers. Being over the allowed limit can result in hefty fines and even imprisonment.
- The emergency number, like elsewhere in the EU, is 112.
Toll roads
There are numerous toll roads in Italy. The exact fee depends on the route of your choice and the type of a vehicle. See the official Italian toll road website for more information. Use the website’s toll road calculator to find out exactly how much you’ll have to pay for using the toll roads on your planned route.
Ideas for a day-trip
- Venice. One of the most famous cities in the world, Venice is just about 160 km (100 mi) north. You won’t regret stopping at Ferrara and Padua, two other historic cities that are on the way, either.
- San Marino. This tiny country that is entirely surrounded by Italy is rarely visited by international visitors, but you should definitely consider going there to see its picturesque fortresses, impressive mountains, and beautiful vineyards, especially since all of it is just 2 hours drive away.
- Florence. The wealth of culture, art, and history in the renaissance capital will blow away even the most seasoned travelers.
Most popular rental types and cars
The most popular rental cars in Italy are the Fiat Panda, the Ford Fiesta, and the Fiat 500. The most popular rental car types are economy, mini, and compact.
Further destinations
- Milan and Turin. Two of Italy’s largest cities, capitals of Lombardy and Piedmont regions, are worth visiting for their history, splendid architecture, and sheer grandeur.
- Slovenia and Croatia. Right next door to Venice, these two countries offer impressive mountains, beautiful beaches, and historic cities that many say can rival Italy in any way. Note that you’ll have to cross a national border, so check with your car rental provider first to make sure they allow it.
- Umbria and Lazio. Sometimes overlooked because of more famous neighboring areas, these two regions make unique travel destinations that are not overcrowded even in the summer.
Car Rental Prices in Bologna
- Station wagons - from $60 per day
- Large cars - from $96 per day
- Medium cars - from $45 per day
- People Carriers/Vans - from $185 per day
- Premium cars - from $357 per day
- Small cars - from $32 per day
- SUVs - from $47 per day
How can I save money on my rental car?
There are many things you can do to get a good rental deal in Bologna:
- 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 Bologna is the cheapest in April when renting a car is about 60% cheaper than the yearly average.
Top 20 Cities near Bologna
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Rome Car Rentals from $8.00 per day322.1 km / 200.2 miles away
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Milan Car Rentals from $7.46 per day235.0 km / 146.0 miles away
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Naples Car Rentals from $9.68 per day474.1 km / 294.6 miles away
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Turin Car Rentals from $15.69 per day296.1 km / 184.0 miles away
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Venice Car Rentals from $10.46 per day136.4 km / 84.8 miles away
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Pisa Car Rentals from $7.65 per day118.7 km / 73.7 miles away
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Bari Car Rentals from $8.79 per day584.6 km / 363.2 miles away
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Florence Car Rentals from $9.47 per day80.9 km / 50.3 miles away
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Pescara Car Rentals from $10.85 per day330.4 km / 205.3 miles away
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Bergamo Car Rentals from $7.48 per day177.4 km / 110.3 miles away
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Lamezia Terme Car Rentals from $10.98 per day748.6 km / 465.2 miles away
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Verona Car Rentals from $10.65 per day100.7 km / 62.6 miles away
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Brindisi Car Rentals from $10.27 per day694.6 km / 431.6 miles away
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Genoa Car Rentals from $12.33 per day195.0 km / 121.1 miles away
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Reggio di Calabria Car Rentals from $11.62 per day805.6 km / 500.6 miles away
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Padua Car Rentals from $16.19 per day108.6 km / 67.5 miles away
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Bolzano Car Rentals from $22.29 per day214.0 km / 133.0 miles away
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Modena Car Rentals from $12.55 per day31.3 km / 19.4 miles away
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Lecce Car Rentals from $79.54 per day731.3 km / 454.4 miles away
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Treviso Car Rentals from $15.37 per day142.7 km / 88.7 miles away
Top 20 Locations near Bologna
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Bologna Train Station Car Rentals from $14.12 per day0.4 km / 0.2 miles away
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Bologna Airport Car Rentals from $10.84 per day5.3 km / 3.3 miles away
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Modena Dworzec kolejowy Car Rentals from $12.55 per day36.4 km / 22.6 miles away
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Florence Airport Car Rentals from $9.47 per day78.0 km / 48.4 miles away
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Firenze Peretola Car Rentals from $22.26 per day79.4 km / 49.4 miles away
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Firenze Via Borgognissanti Car Rentals from $27.18 per day81.7 km / 50.8 miles away
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Verona Airport Car Rentals from $10.65 per day105.2 km / 65.4 miles away
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Verona Train Station Car Rentals from $14.15 per day106.6 km / 66.2 miles away
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Padua Train Station Car Rentals from $16.19 per day110.1 km / 68.4 miles away
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Padua Piazza Aldo Moro Car Rentals from $22.00 per day111.2 km / 69.1 miles away
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Rimini Airport Car Rentals from $10.93 per day114.8 km / 71.3 miles away
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Vicenza Railway Station Car Rentals from $17.42 per day116.4 km / 72.3 miles away
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Pisa Airport Car Rentals from $7.65 per day118.5 km / 73.6 miles away
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Venice Mestre Train Station Car Rentals from $18.80 per day129.6 km / 80.5 miles away
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Livorno Port Car Rentals from $31.76 per day134.7 km / 83.7 miles away
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Venice Airport Car Rentals from $10.46 per day136.8 km / 85.0 miles away
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Treviso Airport Car Rentals from $15.37 per day143.8 km / 89.4 miles away
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Brescia Train Station Car Rentals from $13.18 per day144.6 km / 89.8 miles away
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Chiusi Train Station Car Rentals from $39.72 per day174.2 km / 108.3 miles away
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Bergamo Airport Car Rentals from $7.48 per day182.7 km / 113.5 miles away
Map of Car Rental Locations
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Most Popular Car Models of Rental Suppliers
Rental Agency | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
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Sicily By Car | Fiat Panda | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
Ecovia | Fiat Panda | 4 | 1 | Small cars |
Sicily By Car | Fiat 500X | 5 | 3 | Medium cars |
Goldcar | Fiat Panda | 3 | 2 | Small cars |
Optimo Rent | Renault Twingo | 3 | 1 | Small cars |
Ecovia | Fiat 500 | 2 | 1 | Small cars |
Goldcar | Fiat 500 | 3 | 1 | Small cars |
Goldcar | Opel Corsa | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
Target Rent | Ford Fiesta | 4 | 3 | Small cars |
Ecovia | Fiat 500L | 5 | 3 | Medium cars |
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