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When's the cheapest time to hire a car in Rome?

Our data shows that July is the cheapest month to rent a car in Rome. It’s around 878 Kč per day in July, compared to the yearly average of 1 322 Kč per day.
Cheapest month avgJuly • 878 Kč
Yearly avg price1 322 Kč

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There are 224 car hire providers in Rome. Check out the map below to find the most convenient pick-up spot.

Car hire pick-up spots in Rome

Compare car hire prices at airports, train stations and in different neighbourhoods across Rome. You might find a better price, or the perfect pick-up point nearby. Start your journey where it suits you.
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These are estimated prices to help you choose from a large number of options. Each is an average based on the lowest car rental prices found for each destination over the last 15 days.

Driving in Rome: What to expect on the road

Documents you'll need
Bring your licence, passport and credit card.
To rent a car in Rome, you’ll need a valid driving licence, passport and credit card. An International Driving Permit (IDP) is recommended in Rome if your licence is from outside the EU or not written in English.
Navigating city driving
Busy streets, scooters and ZTL zones.
Driving in Rome means navigating one-way systems, mopeds, and busy roundabouts. Use a sat nav to avoid ZTL (Limited Traffic Zones) and watch for restricted access near landmarks and piazzas.
Tolls, emissions zones and charges
ZTL zones apply — tolls start outside the city.
There are no toll roads in Rome itself, but many routes beyond the city are tolled. ZTL zones in the centre use camera enforcement — fines apply if entered without permission.
Parking your car in Rome
Street parking is paid and fills up fast.
Parking in Rome is mostly metered, with blue zones requiring payment. Spaces are scarce near central landmarks, so use hotel garages or public car parks outside the ZTL area.
Finding fuel or charging points
Fuel is easy to find — EV charging is expanding.
Petrol stations are common in Rome but less so near tourist zones. EV charging stations in Rome are increasing — use Enel X or PlugShare to check for chargers near your accommodation.
Local driving style and tips
Expect fast-moving traffic and plenty of scooters.
Drivers in Rome are confident and quick to react. Stick to marked lanes, watch for mopeds at junctions, and avoid ZTL zones unless your hotel has arranged access.
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The most popular car rental companies in Rome

What's the most popular car to hire in Rome?

Based on recent Skyscanner data, the Fiat Panda is the most popular car to hire in Rome, with prices starting from 249 Kč per day. The Fiat 500 and similar models are also popular drives in Rome.
Fiat Panda
Fiat Panda19% chose this
Fiat 500
Fiat 5006% chose this
Citroen C3
Citroen C34% chose this
Fiat 500X
Fiat 500X4% chose this
Most popular carFiat Panda
Why?Small, practical, easy to park

Rome's cheapest car hire providers

Green Motion has the cheapest car hire in Rome right now, with prices from 249 Kč per day. You'll save an average of 159 Kč per day when you book with them.
Green Motionfrom 249 Kč per day
Rental plusfrom 328 Kč per day
Dryyvefrom 387 Kč per day
C RENTfrom 508 Kč per day
Cheapest providerGreen Motion
Book with them to save around159 Kč per day

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Hiring a car in Rome: Fast facts

Here's everything you need to know to hit the road happy.
Most popular car hire companyC RENT
Most popular carEconomy, 2-3 doors
Average daily price1 435 Kč
Best time to book1 week before

How to book the best car rental deals in Rome

We’re frequently named as the most trusted travel search site out there. We scan hundreds of trusted travel providers and put it all in one place, allowing you to instantly compare car hire rates and then book with no fees. Here's how to get the most out of your Rome car rental search.

Book now, cancel later

We clearly highlight car and van hire options in Rome that have free cancellation. So you can bag the best deal with total flexibility to change your plans if you need to.

Rent a car in Rome for a whole month

Want to hire a car for almost a month? Often, car rental companies in Rome avoid costly admin in between pick-ups by hiring out cars for longer periods. So see if monthly car hire is cheaper than the three weeks you need it for by selecting 30 days.

Compare fuel policies

To save money on topping up the tank as you take off in Rome, look out for deals with a 'full to full' fuel policy, as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

Skip the queues

We call out keyless pick-up when you search for cars with us. No keys to pick up, means no queues. Just turn up at your preferred Rome car hire location, hop in and hit the road.

Frequently asked questions

On average, hiring a car in Rome will set you back around 1 435 Kč per day or 6 861 Kč per week. 

The cheapest car to rent in Rome is a compact crossover (similar to SUVs). The most popular is Economy, 2-3 doors.

The cheapest car hire companies in Rome are currently C RENT and RentSmart24.

Bagging the best car hire deal depends on when you book  – often, it pays to book your wheels as far in advance as possible. But according to our data, the cheapest month to rent a car in Rome is currently August.

On average, around 6 861 Kč. But the best price we found for car hire for a week in Rome is 1 741 Kč.

Based on everything we know about daily prices, the average cost to hire a car in Rome for a whole month is 68 296 Kč. 

But sometimes, you'll get a discount for booking a whole month instead of 3 and a half weeks. So play with your dates to find the best deals!

If you're looking for freedom to explore Rome, choose a car with unlimited mileage, or look for car hire deals with a ’full to full' fuel policy as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

We also clearly highlight car and van hire options in Rome that have free cancellation

Yes – you can easily find car hire companies that allow you to pick up your car in one place, and then drop it off in another. Just select ‘Return car to a different location’ when you search with us.

Public transport can only get you so far, and could be tricky to navigate with children or luggage. With your own set of wheels, you can go wherever you want, whenever you want, for as long as you want. And you'll be able to discover more outside of Rome.

Most places – Rome included – allow under 25s to rent a car as long as they provide a valid driver's license and the correct documentation. It may cost slightly more due to a higher insurance excess for young drivers. 

The cheapest price we found for an economy car is 249 Kč per day. The average price per day is around 1 435 Kč.

Of course. Most major car hire companies like C RENT, Green Motion and Last Minute Rent offer baby and child seats as an add-on when you book.

Other travellers rated Locauto as the best overall in terms of experience.

Yes – van hire is available in Rome.