Car Rental in Madrid
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Cheapest Car Rental Rates
Madrid Airport Car Rental
Mini
Fiat Panda
or similar
$14.09
/ per day
Madrid Airport Car Rental
Compact
Fiat 500X
or similar
$24.71
/ per day
Madrid Airport Car Rental
Economy
Fiat 500
or similar
$24.93
/ per day
Madrid Atocha Train Station Car Rental
Economy Elite
Peugeot 2008
or similar
$36.79
/ per day
Most Popular Car Rental Deals
Madrid Airport Car Rental
Intermediate
Skoda Octavia
or similar
$38.37
/ per day
Madrid Airport Car Rental
Full-size
Polestar 2
or similar
$46.18
/ per day
Madrid Airport Car Rental
Standard
Peugeot 508
or similar
$50.14
/ per day
Coslada Downtown Car Rental
Compact Elite
Mercedes Benz A Class
or similar
$59.15
/ per day
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 18:38 on 2023-09-26. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
Travel Information
Language
Spanish,
Catalan
Catalan
Currency
EUR
Drive on
Right-hand side
Country code
+34
Average car rental price
$36.79 / per day
Average car rental length
8 days
Speed limit within town
20 - 50 km/h
12 - 31 mph
Speed limit out of town
90 - 120 km/h
56 - 75 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.05%
Average gasoline price
$1.72 per liter
Highest gasoline price
$1.89 per liter
Lowest gasoline price
$1.63 per liter
Why rent a car in Madrid?
Madrid is a great place to visit by car. Historic and impressive yet cozy and hospitable, it has countless sites to visit and things to try. Being in the very center of Spain, Madrid also provides easy access to its unique cultural regions.
One-Way Car Rentals in Madrid
The most popular one-way rental options for pick up in Madrid and drop off in another city include:
- From Madrid to Barcelona - 310 offers from $15.03 per day
- From Madrid to Seville - 344 offers from $15.03 per day
- From Madrid to Malaga - 273 offers from $15.03 per day
- From Madrid to Valencia - 210 offers from $15.03 per day
- From Madrid to Alicante - 103 offers from $15.03 per day
Top ways to enter Madrid
- Madrid Barajas Airport: One of the busiest in Europe, Madrid Airport offers connections with most European countries, as well as many destinations in Africa, Asia, and the Americas (it is one of the main ports of entry on the continent for travelers arriving from Latin America). The airport is located about 22 km (13.7 miles) from the city center, the trip taking about 30 minutes in a car.
- Valladolid Airport: Although much smaller than Madrid Barajas and mainly active during the summer months, this cozy airport provides great connections with other destinations in Spain and is just two hours drive north of the capital.
- By rail: If you’re arriving in Madrid by train, you can conveniently pick up a rental car at Madrid Atocha Railway Station and Madrid Chamartin Railway Station.
City facts
- The main language of Madrid is, of course, Spanish. Many locals also speak English, especially those working in the service industry.
- Since Madrid is further away from the sea and at a higher elevation than other large Spanish cities like Barcelona or Valencia, the winters can be colder, with frost and snow sometimes occurring (although still rare, Madrid sees the most rain in the winter). The summers can be very hot, and the weather is the mildest in autumn and spring.
- Madrid is made up of 21 districts that are further divided into barrios or wards.
Top destinations and activities
- The Prado Museum. One of the most famous ones in the world, Spain’s national art museum features works of Francisco Goya, El Greco, Hieronymus Bosch, Peter Paul Rubens, and many others. Museo del Prado is part of Madrid’s museum district and you’ll also find the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum, the Reina Sofia Museum, and other museums here.
- Puerta del Sol. Sometimes referred to as the heart of Madrid, this plaza is the most active part of the capital city and has landmarks like the statue of the Bear and the Strawberry Tree (though it’s called this in English, the tree is actually that of the arbutus berry) and the famous clock tower of the Royal Post Office.
- Mercado de San Miguel. The famous indoor market is the best place to stack up on truly Spanish delicacies like dried ham and wine, as well as vegetables and fruits, and to experience the everyday atmosphere of Madrid.
- The Royal Palace: With its 3,400 rooms, it is the largest palace in Europe. Today the king of Spain does not live there anymore, and it is only used for state ceremonies.
- National Archaeological Museum. Inhabited by the Carthaginians, Celts, Romans, and Moors, Spain has a fascinatingly diverse history. One of the best places to explore it is the Archaeological Museum (also known by its Spanish acronym, MAN). Located on the central Serrano Street, it boasts plenty of fascinating artifacts such as the 2,400-year-old Lady of Elche. Visit the museum’s website to learn more about admission, exhibitions, and events during your visit.
Traffic and parking
- Madrid 360: Madrid restricts access to cars in the center of the city. You should not drive in the center if you do not have an electric vehicle or are not a resident. You can only drive in the center to get to a public parking lot or to your hotel.
- Speed limits - 50km/h (31mph) in built-up areas, 90km/h (56mph) on most standard roads, 100km/h (62mph) on standard roads that are either one-way roads, roads with more than two lanes for at least one direction of traffic and roads with shoulders more than 1.5m wide, and 120km/h (74mph) on motorways (called autovías in Spain).
- The car documentation and insurance always has to be inside a vehicle.
- The driver and all passengers are required to wear seatbelts.
- Children up to the age of 12 and measuring less than 135cm travelling on the front seat of a car must be seated in a child restraint system adapted to their size and weight.
- Unnecessary use of audible warning devices (horns) is prohibited.
- The legal alcohol limit is 0.05% for experienced drivers and 0.02% for novice drivers.
- The emergency number is 112.
Toll roads
Most of the roads inside the country are toll-free. Toll roads are called ‘carretera de peaje’. On maps and road signs, all toll roads have to include a letter P after the road type. The payment method may vary depending on the road, but most will accept cash. Regardless of the region, the average estimated price is €9.5 ($11.25) per 100km by car. See the official website for prices and more information.
Ideas for day trips
- Toledo. Spectacularly situated above the Tagus River, Toledo is full of history and can be experienced at a much slower pace than the capital. The steep, narrow side streets in the city are just as fun to explore as landmarks like the majestic Toledo Cathedral and Church of the Savior. The drive from Madrid takes about an hour.
- Cuenca Alta Manzanares Regional Park. Full of hiking trails, small lakes, and cliff boulders, this is one of the nicest (and also the most popular) nature areas near the capital. A place of a variety of flora and fauna, the park is a good place for spotting large birds like pilgrim hawks and griffon vultures. Located some 45 km (28 miles) northwest of Madrid, the park can be reached by car in about 40 minutes.
- Segovia. Another scenic town full of history, Segovia packs a lot of attractions for a place with a population of just over 50,000. The main highlights include the city’s spectacular Roman aqueduct that’s close to 2,000 years old, as well as Segovia Cathedral and the eclectic Alcázar (fortress). The drive from Madrid takes about 1 hour and 10 minutes.
Most popular cars
The most popular rental car in Spain is the Ford Fiesta, followed by the Fiat 500 and the Ford Focus. The most popular car types are economy, compact and mini.
Further destinations
- Salamanca. Just a two-and-a-half-hour drive northwest of Madrid, Salamanca is one of the most notable renaissance cities in Europe. The city’s diverse architecture that includes masterpieces of Gothic, Baroque, Moorish, and other styles has led to it being declared a World Heritage Site. The city’s culinary riches are also most certainly not to be missed.
- Cuenca. Not to be confused with the aforementioned Cuenca Alta del Manzanares, this Cuenca is about an hour-and-40-minute drive east of Madrid. Located in the sparsely populated Castile-la-Mancha region, it is known for its spectacular location that’s best exemplified by the so-called casas colgadas, or hanging houses, built right on the edge of the cliff. Cuenca is also the location of the Spanish Museum of Abstract Art and has its own area of natural beauty, Serrania de Cuenca Nature Park.
- Andalusia. Unique in culture, cuisine, and mentality, this nearby region in Southern Spain has everything from long beaches along the Mediterranean to vast nature areas, majestic mountains, and some of the most culturally rich cities in all of Europe. One of these, the Northern Andalusian city of Cordoba, is about a four-hour drive southwest of the capital and can serve as a great first impression of the region.
Car Rental Prices in Madrid
- Convertibles - from $58 per day
- Station wagons - from $51 per day
- Large cars - from $38 per day
- Medium cars - from $25 per day
- Vans - from $43 per day
- Premium cars - from $61 per day
- Small cars - from $14 per day
- SUVs - from $27 per day
Money-saving tips
- There’s many things you can do to get a good rental car deal in the capital of Spain:
- 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 Madrid is the cheapest in January when renting a car is about 23% cheaper than the yearly average.
Fact checked by
Emilie and Florianne
This article was reviewed and updated by Emilie and Florianne from Parents-voyageurs (parents and travelers), a French website created in 2015 by Emilie and Florianne to facilitate and encourage traveling with children. Emilie has been living in Madrid with her family for more than five years. And Florianne, after living in Belgium for nine years, has now settled close to Nantes, in France. Together, they intend to inspire every kind of family travel by sharing their travel experiences with their children. Go and see, they have many kid-friendly destinations for you to discover, as well as practical advice and tips for traveling with your kids. Their philosophy is that there is no short trip, each moment outside of your house is already a journey!
Top 20 Cities near Madrid
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Valladolid Car Rentals from $25.05 per day161.3 km / 100.2 miles away
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Salamanca Car Rentals from $21.77 per day183.5 km / 114.0 miles away
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Burgos Car Rentals from $25.29 per day210.1 km / 130.6 miles away
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Zaragoza Car Rentals from $29.10 per day258.2 km / 160.4 miles away
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Valencia Car Rentals from $8.33 per day285.3 km / 177.3 miles away
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Leon Car Rentals from $24.77 per day288.5 km / 179.3 miles away
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Pamplona Car Rentals from $25.80 per day303.0 km / 188.3 miles away
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Cordoba Car Rentals from $34.98 per day307.2 km / 190.9 miles away
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Castellon Car Rentals from $17.10 per day309.6 km / 192.4 miles away
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Bilbao Car Rentals from $9.22 per day318.0 km / 197.6 miles away
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Santander Car Rentals from $21.42 per day327.9 km / 203.7 miles away
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San Sebastian Car Rentals from $21.22 per day340.4 km / 211.5 miles away
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Alicante Car Rentals from $15.26 per day355.9 km / 221.1 miles away
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Murcia Car Rentals from $17.23 per day364.5 km / 226.5 miles away
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Benidorm Car Rentals from $32.45 per day366.5 km / 227.7 miles away
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Granada Car Rentals from $24.57 per day367.0 km / 228.0 miles away
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Oviedo Car Rentals from $24.35 per day372.2 km / 231.3 miles away
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Torrevieja Car Rentals from $32.45 per day372.5 km / 231.5 miles away
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Seville Car Rentals from $19.70 per day395.7 km / 245.9 miles away
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Asturias Car Rentals from $16.18 per day398.4 km / 247.6 miles away
Top 20 Locations near Madrid
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Madrid Airport Car Rentals from $14.09 per day
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Madrid Chamartin Train Station Car Rentals from $26.26 per day9.7 km / 6.0 miles away
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Madrid Atocha Train Station Car Rentals from $21.86 per day13.5 km / 8.4 miles away
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Burgos Train Station Car Rentals from $32.18 per day210.1 km / 130.6 miles away
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Zaragoza Train Station Car Rentals from $29.10 per day258.2 km / 160.4 miles away
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Valencia Airport Car Rentals from $8.33 per day285.3 km / 177.3 miles away
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Valencia Train Station Car Rentals from $15.59 per day294.4 km / 182.9 miles away
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Castellon Airport Car Rentals from $35.87 per day309.6 km / 192.4 miles away
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Downtown Car Rentals from $14.62 per day313.4 km / 194.7 miles away
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Bilbao Airport Car Rentals from $9.22 per day318.0 km / 197.6 miles away
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Santander Airport Car Rentals from $21.42 per day327.9 km / 203.7 miles away
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Alicante Airport Car Rentals from $15.26 per day355.9 km / 221.1 miles away
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Region de Murcia International Airport Car Rentals from $17.23 per day364.5 km / 226.5 miles away
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Granada Airport Car Rentals from $24.57 per day367.0 km / 228.0 miles away
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Seville Airport Car Rentals from $20.89 per day395.7 km / 245.9 miles away
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Asturias Airport Car Rentals from $16.18 per day398.4 km / 247.6 miles away
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Reus Airport Car Rentals from $20.53 per day405.2 km / 251.8 miles away
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Almeria Airport Car Rentals from $20.09 per day417.8 km / 259.6 miles away
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Malaga Train Station Car Rentals from $20.90 per day426.1 km / 264.8 miles away
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Malaga Airport Car Rentals from $27.59 per day431.2 km / 267.9 miles away
Map of Car Rental Locations
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Madrid?
Car rental prices in Madrid vary by time of year. This graph shows the average prices per month to help you find the best time of year to rent.
Average rental costs per day in Madrid
The cheapest month to rent a car in Madrid is February (when prices average $16.68 per day). This is 39% cheaper than the yearly average and 59% cheaper than renting in December (when prices average $40.48).
This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.
This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.
What’s the usual rental length in Madrid?
How long travelers keep their rental cars for varies from month to month: in July, the average renter keeps their car for 10 days, and in January, they keep their car for 7 days.
Average number of rental days in Madrid
What's the most popular month to rent a car in Madrid?
Based on the number of searches by our customers, the most popular month for renting a car in Madrid is July, and the least popular is November.
Monthly searches in Madrid by pick-up date relative to the average
Car Rental Information
| Car rental locations | 35 |
| Airport locations | 1 |
| Popular suppliers | Record-go, Centauro, Goldcar, Ok Mobility, Alamo |
| Popular car categories | Small cars, SUVs, Medium cars, Vans |
| Lowest price | $14 per day |
| Cheapest supplier | Goldcar |
Most Popular Car Models of Rental Suppliers
| Rental Supplier | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Record-go | Fiat 500X | 5 | 3 | Medium cars |
| Record-go | Fiat 500 | 3 | 1 | Small cars |
| Record-go | Opel Corsa | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
| Record-go | Seat Arona | 5 | 2 | SUVs |
| Goldcar | Fiat Panda | 3 | 2 | Small cars |
| Centauro | Fiat 500 | 3 | 1 | Small cars |
| Record-go | Seat Ateca | 4 | 3 | SUVs |
| Record-go | Ford Kuga | 4 | 3 | SUVs |
| Centauro | Ford Focus | 5 | 2 | Medium cars |
| Goldcar | Volkswagen Polo | 5 | 1 | 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 car. This way, you know that all reviews are authentic, verified, and trustworthy.
CB
Mexico
Fiat 500
August 30, 2023
We toured from Madrid to Santander, Gijon, down to Leon, Oviedo and back to Madrid. Spain is an amazing country. We loved the rural areas and the small towns the most. We hope to come back soon!
JB
United Kingdom
Nissan Juke
July 10, 2023
Leisure and sightseeing
LS
Spain
Fiat 500
July 1, 2023
I rent a small fiat and it was perfect to experience Spain.
DS
United States of America (USA)
Volvo XC40
April 11, 2023
My 6th trip to Spain as a tourist and it keeps getting better.
AB
United Kingdom
Ford Fiesta
November 19, 2022
I have often used Recordgo & they are my prefered economy hire company. At least unlike some of the other cheaper hire companies, they appear to be honest and reputable
SM
United States of America (USA)
Seat Arona
November 4, 2022
Spain and Portugal were beautiful and amazing historical sites. Magical. Could live there
MP
Canada
Fiat 500
October 12, 2022
We visited Spain in 2 weeks with stops in Madrid, Santander, Pamplona, Barcelona, Valencia, Malaga, Sevilla. More than 3000 km, with only 5 fuel refills. It was not easy for my husband to drive in large cities with a manual car, but he succeeded. We rent hotels and Airbnb with free parking, to make sure that we would have a parking spots available.
AH
United Kingdom
Ford Fiesta
August 24, 2022
Amazonia zip wires Cercedilla. Fantastic.
DM
United States of America (USA)
Toyota CH-R
August 5, 2022
Amazing road trip. Glad we chose to drive as we saw more and had some terrific 'on the way' stops.
GF
Australia
Fiat 500
July 3, 2022
We hired a very small car which proved great in old towns with narrow roads. Even though car was small it had sufficient power to go wherever you wanted
CD
United States of America (USA)
Ford Fiesta
June 20, 2022
Research ahead of time where to park. I think the rental companies should have an agreement with parking companies to lower the rates a little.
AK
Finland
Ford Focus STW
May 10, 2022
4 days and 1773km. Madrid - Lissabon - Sintra - Peniche - Porto - Braga - Natur reservation Geres - Madrid
LV
United States of America (USA)
Opel Mokka
March 10, 2022
Excellent price, I loved the car and the service
RK
Ukraine
Toyota Aygo
November 22, 2021
For two days I visited Madrid and Toledo. Madrid is a great imperial prosperous city. There are kind and friendly people, lots of restaurants, and clean streets. Of course there are lots of museums with priceless masterpieces, but as for me they are lifeless things and the real masterpiece is folks on the streets - their talks, emotions, smiles. Toledo is a beautiful city lying at the picturesque canyon. One can find cozy narrow streets for wandering.
MS
Spain
Ford Fiesta
November 19, 2019
I went to Valencia, Alicante, Granada, Cadiz and Cordoba. ALL AMAZING PLACES
MD
United Kingdom
Opel Astra
June 5, 2019
I travelled to the Costa Del Sol from Madrid as the flight was half the price of flying to Malaga. This is a good option as long as you don't mind a 6 hour drive.
LA
Ireland
Ford Focus
May 15, 2019
Madrid is a very nice place, you just have to be careful on the roads because the traffic system isn’t like normal European roads it’s very rushed, cars move very fast, taxis cutting in and out and lanes start and finish very quickly
RC
United States of America (USA)
Ford Fiesta
April 9, 2019
Love Madrid, spent Two years living here and I love to come back as much as possible
Car Rental Statistics
Highest rated company
SIXT
9.1 / 10
Lowest rated company
Interrent
7.1 / 10
Total number of reviews
74
Total rental companies
24
Average daily price
$36.79
Lowest daily price
$14.09
Total cars available
2040
Top 24 Suppliers in Madrid in 2023
SIXT
7 locations
$68 - $208
Enterprise
17 locations
$49 - $415
Drivalia
5 locations
$22 - $62
Hertz
8 locations
$37 - $188
Budget
13 locations
$30 - $69
National
4 locations
$69 - $120
Centauro
8 locations
$31 - $88
Europcar
14 locations
$34 - $153
Dollar
1 location
$32 - $70
Key'n Go
1 location
$31
Record-go
3 locations
$22 - $92
Alamo
4 locations
$68 - $99
Avis
13 locations
$36 - $115
Thrifty
3 locations
$32 - $52
Goldcar
1 location
$14 - $15
Alquicoche
16 locations
$57 - $529
Keddy
9 locations
$27 - $117
OK rent a car
1 location
Firefly
1 location
$40
Flexways
2 locations
$27 - $193
Routes Car Rental
1 location
$67 - $248
Ok Mobility
2 locations
$33 - $120
Click&Rent
1 location
$25 - $89
Interrent
1 location
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