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Travel Information
Language
Italian
Currency
EUR
Country code
39
Average car rental length
5 days
Economy car rental price
$41.05 / per day
Traffic direction
Right-hand
Speed limit out of town
70 - 90 km/h
43 - 56 mi/h
Speed limit within town
50 km/h
31 mi/h
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.05%
Why rent a car in Italy?
Italy is a great destination to visit by car. It is home to great cities, world-famous culture, distinct regions, and natural beauty. Having your own ride will give you a chance to visit both the north and the south, as well as the capital Rome that is in the middle.
This article is about Mainland Italy. For information about Sicily, see the article of Sicily. For information about Sardinia, see the article of Sardinia.
Top ways to enter Italy
Rome Airport Fiumicino: The most busy in Italy, Rome Fiumicino is the main airport serving the capital and the Lazio region.
Milan Airport Malpensa: The largest of the three airports serving Milan, Milan Malpensa is a great point to enter Lombardy and much of Italy’s North.
Pisa Airport: Cozy and especially active during summers, Pisa Airport shares flights to and from many destinations in Europe and is popular with various low-cost carriers.
By land: If your rental car provider permits it, it’s possible to rent a car in a neighboring country and then drive to Italy. Some large international airports near Italy are Nice Airport in France, Zurich Airport in Switzerland, and Ljubljana Airport in Slovenia.
Top cities and places to visit
- Rome: Full of traces of its ancient grandeur, Rome is a great history, culture, and culinary destination.
- Venice: One of the most unique cities in Europe, Venice is full of wonderful art and architecture, and also provides access to the wider Veneto region in the Italy’s northeast.
- Tuscany: From countless arts and culture monuments in Florence to vineyards and classical farmer villages, Tuscany is the picture that most people have in mind when they think of Italy.
- Naples and Campania: Proud yet hospitable, Campania is a place of ancient sites and delicious cuisine, as well as beautiful Naples and Pompeii.
- The South: Showing traces of its Greek heritage and independent nature, Southern Italy is very different from north in atmosphere, and offers mountain villages, wild nature, and coasts of three different seas.
Most popular rental car
Travelers most often choose the Fiat Panda, while the Ford Fiesta and the Fiat 500 are also popular.
Crossing Borders
Italy is bordered by France, Switzerland, Austria, and Slovenia, as well as San Marino and the Vatican City, two enclaves inside it. Like Italy, France, Switzerland, Austria, and Slovenia are all members of the Schengen Area, meaning that three entry requirements for these four countries are the same as for Italy. The microstates of San Marino and Vatican City are not members of the Schengen Area, but their entry requirements are the same as those for Italy.
Some car rental providers allow you to cross national borders and even drop off your car in a different country, while others don’t. If you’d like to cross a national border during your rental period, make sure to check the terms and conditions before booking a car. Learn more about cross-border rentals in our FAQ section.
Most popular types of rental car
The most popular rental car type in Mainland Italy is an Economy, followed by Mini and Compact.
Top driving routes
- Rome - Florence (271 km / 168 mi) The drive from the Italian capital into the heart of Tuscany will take you through some of the most picturesque Italian countryside, especially if you set aside time for detours through villages.
- Milan - Venice (266 km / 165 mi) Milan might be near the Alps, but in just three hours you can reach Venice on the Adriatic Coast.
- Naples - Bari (257 km / 160 mi) Going between these two large southern cities, you’ll cross all of the Italian peninsula from east to west (or vice versa).
Car Rental Prices
- Convertibles - from $106 per day
- Station wagons - from $73 per day
- Large cars - from $75 per day
- Medium cars - from $57 per day
- People Carriers / Vans - from $153 per day
- Premium cars - from $128 per day
- Small cars - from $46 per day
- SUVs - from $68 per day
How can I save money on my rental car?
You can do a number of things to get a good car rental deal in Italy:
- 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. Visiting Mainland Italy during the low season might be at least two times cheaper than coming here during the high season of tourism.
Top 20 Most Popular Cities in Italy
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Car Rental in Milan from $9.12 per day
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Car Rental in Rome from $7.51 per day
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Car Rental in Naples from $32.47 per day
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Car Rental in Venice from $23.98 per day
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Car Rental in Bergamo from $14.34 per day
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Car Rental in Turin from $20.83 per day
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Car Rental in Bologna from $22.10 per day
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Car Rental in Florence from $20.62 per day
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Car Rental in Bari from $42.90 per day
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Car Rental in Pisa from $20.99 per day
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Car Rental in Verona from $15.64 per day
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Car Rental in Brindisi from $31.19 per day
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Car Rental in Lamezia Terme from $24.59 per day
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Car Rental in Treviso from $24.59 per day
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Car Rental in Genoa from $25.96 per day
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Car Rental in Pescara from $19.04 per day
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Car Rental in Trieste from $10.59 per day
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Car Rental in Reggio di Calabria from $20.83 per day
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Car Rental in Ancona from $19.04 per day
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Car Rental in Rimini from $23.23 per day
Top 20 Most Popular Locations in Italy
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Car Rental at Milan Airport Malpensa from $9.12 per day
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Car Rental at Rome Airport Fiumicino from $10.59 per day
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Car Rental at Naples Airport from $32.47 per day
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Car Rental at Milan Linate Airport from $10.24 per day
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Car Rental at Rome Airport Ciampino from $7.51 per day
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Car Rental at Bergamo Airport from $14.34 per day
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Car Rental at Venice Airport from $23.98 per day
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Car Rental at Florence Airport from $20.62 per day
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Car Rental at Bologna Airport from $22.10 per day
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Car Rental at Bari Airport from $42.90 per day
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Car Rental at Pisa Airport from $20.99 per day
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Car Rental at Turin Airport from $20.83 per day
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Car Rental at Verona Airport from $15.64 per day
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Car Rental at Brindisi Airport from $31.19 per day
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Car Rental at Venice Mestre Railway Station from $54.13 per day
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Car Rental at Lamezia Terme Airport from $24.59 per day
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Car Rental at Bologna Railway Station from $29.90 per day
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Car Rental at Treviso Airport from $24.59 per day
Map of Car Rental Locations
Which is the cheapest month to rent a car in Italy?
The cost of renting a car in Italy depends on the time of year. This graph compares price changes from month to month in order to find the best offer.
Average Rental Price in Italy
The cheapest month of the year to rent a car in Italy is March — prices start from $24.04 for an Economy class vehicle. This is 45% cheaper than the year’s average and 70% cheaper than renting a car in the month of November (when prices start at $81.47 for a Compact class). This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. The exact price for your trip will depend on the length of your rental and the number of days until your rental period begins. Just enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see exact prices and offers.
What’s the average rental length in Italy?
Average length differs from month to month. The longest rental periods are in January — an average of 12 days. The shortest are in July — an average of 6 days.
Average Rental Length in Italy
What’s the most popular time for renting a car in Italy?
Discover Cars users search a lot of locations daily. We gathered this information in order to analyze car rental popularity in Italy. The most popular month is October, while the least popular is November.
Italy Car Rental Popularity by Monthly Searches
Most Popular Car Models of Rental Suppliers
| Rental Agent | Make / Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sicily By Car | Ford Fiesta | 4 | 1 | Small cars |
| Centauro | Ford Fiesta | 4 | 3 | Small cars |
| Centauro | Fiat 500 | 3 | 1 | Small cars |
| Optimo Rent | Toyota Aygo | 3 | 2 | Small cars |
| Sicily By Car | Opel Crossland X | 5 | 3 | Medium cars |
| Optimo Rent | Hyundai i20 | 4 | 2 | Small cars |
| Sicily By Car | Ford C Max | 5 | 3 | Large cars |
| JoyRent | Ford Fiesta | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
| Sicily By Car | Fiat 500 L | 5 | 1 | Medium cars |
| Goldcar | Fiat Panda | 3 | 2 | Small cars |
Our Customers Reviews
PM
United Kingdom
Peugeot 108
October 8, 2019
Not a great city to drive in - lots of traffic in narrow streets, closed off streets creating one-way roads, very limited parking and generally 'loose' driving styles. If you're comfortable with busy city driving and parking in tight spots, go for it. Get a small car.
JA
United States of America (USA)
Opel Crossland X
October 7, 2019
Rome is too crazy to drive in.
ME
Israel
Renault Clio
October 5, 2019
Планируйте заранее путешествия
PS
United Kingdom
Renault Clio
October 2, 2019
Renting a car opens up many more beaches and the roads are quite spectacular to drive through, tunnels, bridges and coastal roads.
CG
United Kingdom
Ford Fiesta
September 27, 2019
Must have if you want to visit the region.
RC
Canada
Fiat Tipo
September 19, 2019
I rented a car in Rome, FCO airport and drove to Florence and surrounding country side. Italy is a beautiful country to drive through, drivers are courteous, roads are well marked. The whole driving experience was great. Just keep an eye open for the scooters, they tend to pass on all sides in the city.
RD
United States of America (USA)
Opel Crossland X
September 19, 2019
Renting a car to get around Italy was easy. Many suggest public transportation but we found the road easy to drive and the flexibility of having a car was well worth it.
JW
United Kingdom
VW Golf
September 13, 2019
We travelled from Verona station initially to the Friuli region and then the Trento region and enjoyed visiting both areas. We have travelled quite extensively by car in Italy and found the likelihood of incurring speeding fines and possibly traffic fines, high as there are so many speed cameras. Consequently, we used cruise control quite often to try keep our speed within the 30/50Km speed limits which are so commonly seen.
GA
Portugal
Fiat 500
September 12, 2019
It was easy to rent a car in Olbia and to drive around in the island. I would recommend taking dated pictures of the car before you drive away with it, especially of any damage both identified and not identified in the car rental documentation.
WA
United Kingdom
Ford Focus STW
September 11, 2019
Although I didnt drive in Milan or the city of Como but found the main roads ( not the very narrow Moltrasio roads) easy to drive on and nowhere as busy as in the UK
PC
United Kingdom
Hyundai i20
September 7, 2019
Brindisi airport is small but efficient. The Salento area is unspoilt and beautiful.
GG
United Kingdom
VW Passat Variant
August 13, 2019
Brindisi is a small airport so it is easy to find the hire car companies.
MC
United Kingdom
Seat Leon STW
July 25, 2019
Tuscany is a beautiful place full of towns and cities to explore as well as countryside and panoramic views. The roads are pretty good and motorways link most major towns. The signage is not always easy to comprehend , so google maps is very useful. Be aware of signage with times when some city/town central areas do not allow cars to be driven
JD
United Kingdom
Opel Astra Stationwagon
July 22, 2019
If travelling for a day trip to Venice there is a large Tronchetta car park and water bus that takes you up to the Doge's palace. Definitely worth visiting some of the less known towns around the area as well as driving to Padua for a day
SV
Ukraine
Renault Clio
July 18, 2019
Hard to find parking place in center, but possible.
Need to avoid ZTL zones - interactive map in Google Maps
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JC
Belgium
Ford Focus
July 17, 2019
We loved riding the Amalfi Coast from Naples. Sorrente, Positano, Praiono, Amalfi, .... You have to choose a small car because the roads are narrow in some places.
IV
Czech Republic
Fiat Panda
July 10, 2019
I vas very happy with the car rental.
MD
Netherlands
Renault Clio
July 8, 2019
Better to rent in Mestre than on the island
LY
United States of America (USA)
BMW Serie 3 Aut.
June 14, 2019
Italy was beautiful BUT driving in Italy isn't for the faint at heart. The drivers there are TERRIBLE!
HM
United Kingdom
Citroen C1 2d
April 28, 2019
Italians are aggressive and dangerous drivers - compared to the UK, it's so easy to have an accident. So be very careful and slow. Get the smallest car you can, very tight roads. Need to be confident driver but best way to travel if you have a rental car
Top 20 Suppliers for Italy in 2019
Enterprise
Locauto
Ciao Rent Car
Target Rent
Italy Car Rent
Centauro
Sicily By Car
Alamo
SIXT
Europcar
Keddy
SKARENT
JoyRent
Welcome Cars
Ecovia
GreenMotion
Interrent
Firefly
Car2Move
ACARENT
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