Car Rental in Pisa
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Travel Information
Why rent a car in Pisa?
Pisa is a great place to pick up a rental car. It makes an excellent starting point for visiting many other interesting places in Tuscany and elsewhere in Italy.

One-Way Car Rentals in Pisa
The most popular one-way rental options for pick up in Pisa and drop off in another city include:
- From Pisa to Rome - 403 offers from $17.17 per day
- From Pisa to Florence - 195 offers from $17.21 per day
- From Pisa to Bologna - 167 offers from $17.21 per day
- From Pisa to Naples - 161 offers from $17.21 per day
- From Pisa to Milan - 267 offers from $17.17 per day
Top ways to enter Pisa
- Pisa Airport (PSA): Small, but busy and modern, Pisa is served by more than 30 airlines, even though some of its destinations are only served during summer.
- Florence Airport (FLR): About 80 minutes drive from Pisa, the airport serving Tuscany’s capital hosts flights to and from destinations in France, United Kingdom, Germany, Austria, and more than 15 other countries.
- By Rail: If you’re arriving in Pisa by train, you can conveniently pick up a rental car at the Pisa Centrale Railway Station.
City facts
- The average temperature in August, the hottest month, is 23.4 °C (74.1 °F), but can get significantly hotter during the day. The average temperature in January is 6.8 °C (44.2 °F). Due to its location, the city gets more rain than many other Italian cities.
- Some travelers are surprised to find out that Pisa is also very near the sea. Its suburbs, Marina di Pisa and Tirrenia, are on the Ligurian Coast.
Top destinations and activities
- The Leaning Tower. By far the most famous of Pisa’s landmarks, the Torre Pendente is one of the most recognized symbols of Italy. It is possible to climb to the top, but it’s best to book ahead.
- Pisa Cathedral. Not only a religious center and a beautiful building, the Pisa Cathedral hosts many famous paintings, sculptures, and mosaics by artists such as Giambologna, Della Robia, Giovanni Pisani, and others.
- Baptistry of St. John (Battistero di San Giovanni). This large Romanesque building is beloved by tourists because of the great views of the Leaning Tower that you can get from its upper floor
- Camposanto. The ‘old cemetery’ is home to striking frescoes and an enormous collection of relics.
- Pisa Botanical Garden. A green oasis in the city, Pisa’s Botanical Garden was the first university botanical garden founded in the world (in the 1500s) and it’s still run by the University of Pisa today. Inside, you’ll find a museum, multiple greenhouses, towering trees, herb gardens, and a relaxing atmosphere.
Traffic and parking
- The speed limit in cities is 50 km/h, although in certain areas the speed limit may be reduced to 30 km/h.
- The speed limit on the Autostrada (toll road) is 130 km/h, reduced to 110 km/h if it’s raining. The speed limit on highways ranges from 90-110 km/h.
- If you’re the driver, you need to have your driver’s license and International Driving Permit (if required for you) 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.
- The emergency number, like elsewhere in the EU, is 112.
- It’s easiest to park outside the city walls and walk or take public transport or a taxi into the historic center. Blue lines are pay parking.
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Be careful not to enter the ZTL (zona traffico limitato - limited traffic zone) if you don’t have permission.
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 day trips
- Florence. Just 86 km (53 mi) east of Pisa, the most important city of Italian Renaissance is full of stunning buildings, world-class museums, and historyThe city’s culinary tradition shouldn’t be overlooked, either.
- Lucca. A favorite of many travelers to Tuscany, Lucca has a quiet city center, gorgeous piazzas, and wide city walls that you can cycle on.
- San Miniato. A somewhat secret culinary hotspot, charming San Miniato offers hip bars for aperitivo and excellent dining options.
- Chianti. Drive into the hills and taste the world-famous wines, explore hilltop villages, and delight in some of Italy’s most iconic scenery.
- Beaches. While Pisa has nice beaches along its coast, head north to Forte dei Marmi for a luxury beach stay, or south for some of the region’s wilder beaches.
Most popular cars
The most popular rental car in Italy is the Fiat Panda, although travelers also tend to pick the Ford Fiesta and the Fiat 500 a lot. The most popular car type is an economy, followed by compact and mini.
Further destinations
- Rome. About four hours drive south of Pisa, the Eternal City is an historic, artistic, cultural, and culinary destination like no other. If you ever get overwhelmed by all it has to offer, the beaches just west of the city offer perfect relaxation.
- Southern Italy. Start by exploring edgy and exciting Naples, and then travel even farther south where regions of Apulia, Basilicata, and Calabria offer tradition, stunning nature, and endless hospitality.
- Bologna and Venice. Just northeast of Tuscany, these two famous cities offer just as much culture as Pisa and Florence, but have their own unique atmosphere and character. Bologna can be reached in about two hours from Pisa and Venice in about three and a half.
Car Rental Prices in Pisa
- Station wagons - from $44 per day
- Large cars - from $49 per day
- Medium cars - from $29 per day
- Vans - from $177 per day
- Premium cars - from $126 per day
- Small cars - from $23 per day
- SUVs - from $37 per day
Money-saving tips
There are different things you can do to get a good rental deal in Pisa:
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Compare rates of different rental car providers
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Book your rental car well in advance
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Know your fuel and mileage requirements
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Visit during low seasons - outside of summer months and major holidays (like Easter, Ferragosto, Christmas).
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Explore pickup locations. A nearby town that’s reached easily by train may have a better rate.
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Don’t rent a car for time you’ll spend in cities. It will just sit in a parking lot or garage (and you’ll need to pay for parking!).
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Look into renting ‘open jaw’ - pick up your car in one destination and drop it off in another. While you will likely need to pay a supplement for your car rental, you’ll save money on gas and tolls and you’ll save precious vacation time!
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Visit on the month when the rental prices are the cheapest. According to our data, visiting Pisa is the cheapest in April when renting a car is about 43% cheaper than the yearly average.

Top 20 Cities near Pisa
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Rome Car Rentals from $19.30 per day264.0 km / 164.0 miles away
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Milan Car Rentals from $30.13 per day226.1 km / 140.5 miles away
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Naples Car Rentals from $21.32 per day447.9 km / 278.3 miles away
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Venice Car Rentals from $42.66 per day245.0 km / 152.2 miles away
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Bergamo Car Rentals from $4.22 per day225.3 km / 140.0 miles away
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604.0 km / 375.3 miles away
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Florence Car Rentals from $12.13 per day68.3 km / 42.5 miles away
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Bologna Car Rentals from $3.97 per day116.2 km / 72.2 miles away
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Turin Car Rentals from $33.31 per day268.2 km / 166.6 miles away
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Verona Car Rentals from $6.88 per day191.6 km / 119.1 miles away
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Lamezia Terme Car Rentals from $17.95 per day722.5 km / 448.9 miles away
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709.1 km / 440.6 miles away
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Treviso Car Rentals from $9.58 per day258.2 km / 160.5 miles away
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Genoa Car Rentals from $9.71 per day147.3 km / 91.5 miles away
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Bolzano Car Rentals from $97.50 per day316.5 km / 196.7 miles away
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339.3 km / 210.8 miles away
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152.5 km / 94.8 miles away
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Salerno Car Rentals from $9.70 per day493.4 km / 306.6 miles away
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Padua Car Rentals from $22.78 per day223.4 km / 138.8 miles away
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Trieste Car Rentals from $20.60 per day343.6 km / 213.5 miles away
Top 20 Locations near Pisa
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Pisa Airport Car Rentals from $3.05 per day2.8 km / 1.7 miles away
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Livorno Port Car Rentals from $23.60 per day19.3 km / 12.0 miles away
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Florence Airport Car Rentals from $6.17 per day65.8 km / 40.9 miles away
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Bologna Airport Car Rentals from $3.97 per day116.2 km / 72.2 miles away
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Bologna Train Station Car Rentals from $5.62 per day116.4 km / 72.3 miles away
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Genoa Airport Car Rentals from $9.71 per day147.3 km / 91.5 miles away
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Chiusi Train Station Car Rentals from $38.55 per day148.5 km / 92.3 miles away
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Mantova Valdaro Car Rentals from $48.33 per day163.0 km / 101.3 miles away
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Mantova Mottella Downotwn Car Rentals from $43.82 per day166.2 km / 103.3 miles away
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Rimini Airport Car Rentals from $24.09 per day180.8 km / 112.3 miles away
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Perugia Airport Car Rentals from $11.75 per day183.9 km / 114.3 miles away
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Pavia East Car Rentals from $110.01 per day191.2 km / 118.8 miles away
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Verona Airport Car Rentals from $6.88 per day191.6 km / 119.1 miles away
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Milan Airport Linate Car Rentals from $4.79 per day212.6 km / 132.1 miles away
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Milan Novegro Car Rentals from $60.90 per day214.9 km / 133.5 miles away
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Milan Viale Umbria Car Rentals from $29.84 per day215.6 km / 133.9 miles away
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Milan Morivione Car Rentals from $29.84 per day215.6 km / 134.0 miles away
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Milan Via Conte Suardi Car Rentals from $99.76 per day217.0 km / 134.8 miles away
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Milan Duomo Car Rentals from $25.91 per day217.6 km / 135.2 miles away
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Milan Lorenteggio Car Rentals from $31.42 per day218.1 km / 135.5 miles away
Map of Car Rental Locations
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Most Popular Car Models of Rental Suppliers
Rental Supplier | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
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Sicily By Car | Opel Karl | 4 | 2 | Small cars |
Drivalia | Fiat 500 | 3 | 1 | Small cars |
Ecovia | Fiat Panda | 4 | 1 | Small cars |
Maggiore | Lancia Ypsilon | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
Target Rent | Fiat Panda | 2 | 1 | Small cars |
Drivalia | Fiat 500L | 5 | 2 | Medium cars |
Target Rent | Ford Fiesta | 4 | 3 | Small cars |
Drivalia | Lancia Ypsilon | 4 | 2 | Small cars |
Drivalia | Jeep Renegade | 5 | 3 | SUVs |
Sicily By Car | Peugeot 208 | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
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Top 30 Suppliers in Pisa in 2023





























