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Travel Information
Language
Italian
Currency
EUR
Country code
39
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.
If you want to know more about renting a car in Italy, don't miss our complete guide.
One-way Car Rentals in Italy
Here are the most popular one-way rental options for pickup in Italy and drop off in another country:
- From Italy to Sicily - 2466 offers from US$ 18.19 per day
- From Italy to Sardinia - 298 offers from US$ 28.51 per day
- From Italy to Switzerland - 18 offers from US$ 139.49 per day
- From Italy to Spain - 27 offers from US$ 175.92 per day
- From Italy to France - 27 offers from US$ 137.51 per day
Top ways to enter Italy
- Milan Malpensa Airport: Serving the large Northern Italian city of Milan, Malpensa Airport handled 28 million travelers in 2019. The airport is served by more than 40 airlines offering flights to and from destinations all over the world. Other airports in the Milan area include Bergamo Airport and Linate Airport.
- Rome Fiumicino Airport: Also known as Leonardo Da Vinci Airport, Rome-Fiumicino is the busiest airport in the country, having served more than 43 million passengers in 2019. Meanwhile, the other airport in the Rome area, Ciampino Airport, focuses exclusively on low-cost airlines.
- Naples Airport: Serving the multi-million metropolis of Southern Italy, Naples Airport has flights by more than 30 airlines, including low-cost carriers like Volotea, easyJet, and Ryanair.
- Venice Airport: Serving not just the famous floating city, but the larger Northeastern Italian region, Venice Airport handled about 12 million travelers in 2019. It is also called Marco Polo Airport after the famous traveler who hailed from the city.
- Overland: If your rental car provider permits, 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.
Driver license requirements
- Italy recognizes foreign driver’s licenses if they are written in a Latin alphabet and if you’re visiting on a trip that’s shorter than six months. If you’re visiting on a longer trip or if you’re a permanent resident of Italy, you need to acquire a local driver’s license.
- If your driver’s license is in another alphabet (e.g., Cyrillic or Arabic), you need to have an International Driving Permit (IDP).
- Even if you have an IDP, you still need to also provide your valid driver’s license from your country
- You must carry your driver’s license, not a copy, with you at all times.
- You need to have had your driver’s license for at least two years.
- Some rental car suppliers charge a young driver fee for drivers between the ages of 22 and 25 and a senior driver fee for drivers over the age of 65.
- There may be additional requirements depending on the car supplier and category, so make sure to check the terms and conditions before booking.
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 $17 per day
- Station wagons - from $72 per day
- Large cars - from $91 per day
- Medium cars - from $53 per day
- Vans - from $209 per day
- Premium cars - from $186 per day
- Small cars - from $41 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 19 Most Popular Cities in Italy
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Car Rental in Rome from $23.73 per day
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Car Rental in Milan from $44.19 per day
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Car Rental in Naples from $6.71 per day
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Car Rental in Bergamo from $4.08 per day
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Car Rental in Venice from $17.45 per day
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Car Rental in Bologna from $6.67 per day
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Car Rental in Florence from $26.66 per day
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Car Rental in Turin from $12.46 per day
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Car Rental in Verona from $8.86 per day
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Car Rental in Pisa from $54.79 per day
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Car Rental in Brindisi from $9.51 per day
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Car Rental in Lamezia Terme from $8.90 per day
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Car Rental in Sorrento from $18.03 per day
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Car Rental in Treviso from $12.32 per day
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Car Rental in Bolzano from $16.76 per day
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Car Rental in Genoa from $10.68 per day
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Car Rental in Pescara from $11.03 per day
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Car Rental in Trieste from $9.08 per day
Top 19 Most Popular Locations in Italy
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Car Rental at Milan Airport Malpensa from $3.57 per day
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Car Rental at Rome Airport Fiumicino from $3.29 per day
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Car Rental at Naples Airport from $3.87 per day
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Car Rental at Rome Airport Ciampino from $4.08 per day
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Car Rental at Rome Termini Train Station from $8.64 per day
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Car Rental at Milan Linate Airport from $4.58 per day
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Car Rental at Rome Tiburtina Train station from $11.17 per day
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Car Rental at Bergamo Airport from $4.08 per day
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Car Rental at Bari Airport from $7.14 per day
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Car Rental at Venice Airport from $9.23 per day
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Car Rental at Pisa Airport from $7.10 per day
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Car Rental at Brindisi Airport from $9.51 per day
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Car Rental at Florence Airport from $10.31 per day
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Car Rental at Bologna Airport from $6.67 per day
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Car Rental at Lamezia Terme Airport from $8.90 per day
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Car Rental at Turin Airport from $12.46 per day
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Car Rental at Venice Mestre Train Station from $17.45 per day
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Car Rental at Treviso Airport from $12.32 per day
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Car Rental at Verona Airport from $8.86 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 $26.81 for an Economy class vehicle. This is 46% cheaper than the yearly average and 66% cheaper than renting a car in the month of November (when prices start at $79.73 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?
The average length differs from month to month. The longest rental periods are in January — an average of 9 days. The shortest are in December — an average of 4 days.
Average Rental Length in Italy
What’s the most popular time for renting a car in Italy?
Discover Cars users search for cars in a lot of locations daily. We gathered this information in order to analyze car rental popularity in Italy. The most popular month is November, while the least popular is February.
Popularity of Car Rental in Italy by Monthly Searches
Most Popular Car Models of Rental Suppliers
| Rental Agency | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sicily By Car | Fiat Panda | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
| Maggiore | Lancia Ypsilon | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
| Ecovia | Fiat Panda | 4 | 1 | Small cars |
| Ok Rent A Car | Renault Clio | 4 | 2 | Small cars |
| Sicily By Car | Fiat 500X | 5 | 3 | Medium cars |
| Goldcar | Fiat Panda | 3 | 2 | Small cars |
| Brent | Fiat 500 | 3 | 2 | Small cars |
| Sicily By Car | Peugeot 208 | 5 | 2 | Small cars |
| Ok Rent A Car | Fiat 500 | 3 | 1 | Small cars |
| Noleggiare | Toyota Aygo | 5 | 2 | Small cars |
Our Customers Reviews
Because we want to make sure each review listed here is left by a real customer, we don’t have an option to post a review here. Instead, we ask each and every customer to leave a review after they return their rental. This way, you know that all reviews are authentic, verified, and trustworthy.
RO
Norway
VW Golf
November 10, 2021
Many nice lakes in short drive from the Milano airport also the mountain in short drive
AA
United Arab Emirates
Audi A3
November 3, 2021
Don't go Milan very crowded and you will lose your time stopping in the signals I like Como and Stresa and Billagio
RC
Malta
Fiat Panda
November 3, 2021
Sardegna has a lot to offer with wonderful beaches and beautiful mountains and country side. It's easy to get around especially if you rent a car.
AH
Romania
Fiat 500
November 2, 2021
Very easy to go through the whole process. The car was brand new, had only 6838 km on it. And their whole carpark was between 3-12 months old
MF
United States of America (USA)
Renault Clio
October 15, 2021
The car rental place is very easy to find on the 4th floor of car rental "B". Easy walk from any terminal. Pick up and drop off are extremely easy as well. Excellent customer service with super fast check in and check out. Don't waste your money on an American company that takes forever to check in or drop off. I travel with friends that used B*dg** and it took them an hour to get a car. I had mine in 15 minutes and only paid a third the deposit they had to pay. Always go with the locals when in doubt.
EP
Greece
Opel Vivaro
October 8, 2021
Breathtaking places, but very narrow roads and aggressive drivers...
AD
Romania
Fiat 500
October 8, 2021
Small car for Amalfitana coast.
AT
Hungary
Fiat Panda
October 6, 2021
Absulutely nice guys, quick and helpful.
Car was ok, the only exception was the cleanse of front window inside.
TW
United States of America (USA)
Mini One
October 4, 2021
We originally wanted to rent a Mini Cooper but they weren't available when we got to the rental agent and they put us in a Fiat 500L which is small for American standards but not so small in Italy. I would recommend getting a small car because the streets in Italy are tiny. Especially if traveling to places like Amalfi Coast and even in Tuscany. In Tuscany when you are not on a main road the side roads are small and and it gets very tight when cars are coming in the opposite direction. The smaller the car the better. Normal Fiat would be perfect, even with a decent amount of luggage.
AS
Malta
Seat Ibiza
September 24, 2021
Pulgia is a wonderful region
FF
Italy
Fiat 500
September 18, 2021
It was a great trip and holiday overall
RS
Canada
Renault Espace
September 17, 2021
Belagio was great including all restaurants we went to.
PC
Czech Republic
Fiat 500
September 13, 2021
Everything Ok, I can warmly recommend this agency.
GA
Portugal
Toyota Aygo
August 30, 2021
Very nice island, beautiful beaches and nice landscapes.
HB
Netherlands
Lancia Ypsilon
August 19, 2021
Lake Como and surrounding area is beautifull but I will not tell it to anyone because it will atrack to much people ;-)
TM
Bulgaria
Fiat Panda
July 24, 2021
Sicilians drive like crazy. If you are not an experienced driver - good luck
RB
Malta
Volkswagen Polo
July 21, 2021
More quality time with family
JL
Slovakia
Fiat Panda
July 20, 2021
You need to rent a car to experience Tuscany and especially various farmhouses and small cities - we recommend Il Poggiolo ai Casini.
DR
Italy
Fiat 500 2 doors
July 19, 2021
Visiting Cagliari definitely a car is needed. Moving from east to west is easy and highly advice! The conditions of the road and perfect and the nature is amazing!
DK
Greece
Citroen C1
July 14, 2021
My road trip with this car was excellent! I totally recommend to everyone
Top 23 Suppliers in Italy in 2022
Enterprise
+390965643134
AEROPORTO DELLO STRETTO, VIA RAVAGNESE SUPERIORE
National
+390965643134
Reggio Calabria Aeroporto, Via Ravagnese Superiore, 144, 89131 Reggio Calabria RC
Locauto
+390965643134
Via Ravagnese Superiore, 144, 89131 Reggio Calabria
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Optimo Rent
+390965636005 / +393771921054
Via Ravagense n.144
Target Rent
+390494906580
Via Niccolo Tommaseo, 72, Padova
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Sicily By Car
+390965645422 / +393457512354
Via Ravagnese Superiore, 144, 89036 Reggio Calabria RC
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Mon:08:00-18:59
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Centauro
+390508075122
Via Darsena, 1, 56121 Pisa PI
SIXT
+390965630523
Aerop.Dello Stretto Arriv.Hall
Alamo
+390965643134
Via Ravagnese, 11, 89131 Reggio Calabria
Europcar
+390965643431
VIA RAVAGNESE 144
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Keddy
+390965643431
VIA RAVAGNESE 144
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Alamo
+390965643134
Aeroporto Dello Stretto
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Dollar
+390831413682
Papola Airport, 72100 Brindisi BR
Working hours
Mon:08:00-20:00
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Buchbinder
+39444389336
Via Roma 1, 36040 Torri di Quartesolo VI, Italy
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Noleggiare
+393478644730
Contrada Baroncino, 1, 72100 Brindisi BR
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Mon:08:00-22:00
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Ecovia
+390965636005
Via Ravagnese Inferiore, 144, 89131 Reggio di Calabria RC
Ok Rent A Car
+393492691994
Via Aldo Moro 09/11, 24050, Orio al Serio BG
Working hours
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GreenMotion
+390831453222 / +393469770021
Brindisi Airport, Prov. Le San Vito 235, -
NUCarrentals
+393450662124
Pisa International Airport,Piazzale D'Ascanio, 1, 56121 Pisa PI
Working hours
Mon:08:00-23:00
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Goldcar
+390645209634 / +34965233425
2P Carburanti, Via Maestri del Lavoro SP 72100 Brindisi,
Global Rent a Car
+390444389336
Via Roma 1
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Ace Rent a car
+390965636005
Via Ravagense 144
Surprice
+393495952067
Via Industria, 5, 24050 Zanica BG
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