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Rome car hire information
| Pick-up location | Rome |
|---|---|
| Car types | Compact, Compact SUV, Compact estate car, Economy, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Mini, SUV, Supplier choice |
| Hire locations | 382 |
| Airport locations | 77 |
| Popular agencies | NOLEGGIARE , GREEN MOTION , Autovia, SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , Rent Smart 24 |
Cheap car hire in Rome
| Economy | £4/day |
| Compact | £4/day |
| Intermediate | £5/day |
| SUV | £6/day |
| Mini | £4/day |
| Supplier choice | £4/day |
| Compact SUV | £4/day |
| Compact estate car | £7/day |
| Intermediate SUV | £8/day |
KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Rome
- Comparison shopping is a great way to identify the best deals and rates for a cheap Rome car hire. Options like child/booster seats are popular for family travel and first-time visitors will find sat-nav systems extremely helpful to avoid getting lost and finding alternate routes to avoid traffic congestion. If you’re enjoying a weekend break with friends you might also consider taking on an additional driver to share the fun as you explore the Eternal City. Most providers also have cross border policies, so you can drive to other countries and leave your vehicle there if it’s more convenient for you.
- It’s always helpful to be familiar with some of the basic road rules before driving your cheap car hire in Rome around the city and beyond. All passengers are required to wear seatbelts and child or booster seats are mandatory for all children below the age of 12 or under 1.5m (about 4ft 9in) in height. Only hands-free mobile devices are allowed behind the wheel, so connect yours prior to leaving the pick-up location and remember to drive the vehicle using the right-hand side of the road as you go.
- You must be at least 21 years old to drive a cheap Rome car hire and most major providers will assess surcharges on drivers below the age of 25. All motorists over 65 years of age should enquire whether senior charges will apply before finalising any reservation plans. Have your passport and return ticket as well as a valid domestic driver’s licence when picking up your vehicle and check the location’s hours of operation and returns policy to avoid any additional charges at the end of your trip.
- Explore the beauty of the Italian landscape with a hire car and discover everything Rome and its surrounding areas have to offer. The coastline is about 40 minutes away by car and the scenic Riserva Naturale della Marcigliana, located north of city, is also definitely worth a visit at just about half an hour away by car.
- Get a hire car directly at the International Fiumicino Airport Rome upon your arrival to reach the center of Rome in about half an hour. Located in the Office Tower 2, the airport’s car hire center houses companies like Avis, Europcar, Hertz, and Sixt. Rome’s other airport, Ciampino, also offers car hires and is 30 miles from the city center.
- Rome operates ZTL – zona traffico limitato, which means limited traffic zones. The ZTL is in place to avoid congestion and pollution in major Italian cities during peak times. Be careful not to enter such a zone, as they are controlled with cameras and fines will be issued. Ask your hire car provider about details and familiarize yourself where you can go with your car (if you have a hotel in the center, you may be issued a pass to reach it). Also consider choosing a parking garage in the suburbs and use public transport to reach the city center.
- Rome is a very old city and therefore the streets can be narrow and a challenge to navigate for someone who is used to broader streets. Vespas are common in the capital and known to whizz through alleys quickly, so drive attentively.
- 25% of our users found a car hire in Rome for £12 or less
- Book your car hire in Rome at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Mini car hire in Rome are around 47% cheaper than other car types, on average
Rome car hire experiences: the best tips from KAYAK users
FAQs about car hire in Rome
What type of car is recommended for driving in Rome?
As the streets in Rome are very narrow and parking lots are hard to find, opt for a smaller car like a Mini or a Fiat 500. If you want to explore the surrounding countryside and park your car outside the city, an SUV is a good choice, as Italian country roads can have potholes.
What’s the speed limit in Rome?
Speed limits, unless otherwise indicated, are 31 mph (50 kph) in residential areas, 68 mph (110 kph) on countryside highways and 80 mph (130 kph) on freeways. Always adhere to the speed limits as the Italian police are very strict with speed regulation and fines can be high. Speed cameras are also commonly used in Italy.
Where are the best places to park in Rome?
Unless your hotel has a parking space included, it is not wise to attempt finding a parking space in the city, as they are hard to find and are often reserved for locals. Choose a P+R outside the center and close to a metro station, such as the P+R Batistini, P+R Valle Aurelio, or the P+R Laurentina. With only around €2 ($2.25) per 12 hours, they are also a priceworthy option. Parking lots close to the Old Town are also a possibility, but, with a rate of up to €40 ($45) per day, are a rather expensive solution.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Rome?
On average a car hire in Rome costs £18 per day.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Rome?
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest car hires were found at Autovia (£4/day), GREEN MOTION (£4/day) and NOLEGGIARE (£4/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest hire car price was found at Autovia Rome Fiumicino airport null (15 miles from the city centre).
How much is the price of fuel in Rome?
The average price of fuel in Rome is £5.98 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between £72 and £96, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular car hire in Rome?
Mini (Fiat 500 or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Rome.
Which car hire agencies are at Fiumicino airport (FCO)?
Car hire companies onsite at Fiumicino airport include Rhodium, Firefly, Rent Smart 24, Italy Car Rent, NOLEGGIARE, Ok Mobility, GREEN MOTION, Autovia, LOCAUTO and DRIVALIA.
Which car hire agencies are at Ciampino airport (CIA)?
Car hire companies onsite at Ciampino airport include SURPRICE CAR RENTAL, Rhodium, Firefly, Rent Smart 24, SICILY BY CAR, Centauro, Ok Mobility, JoyRent, Europcar and LOCAUTO.
Which car hire companies will pick you up at Fiumicino airport (FCO)?
Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Fiumicino airport to off-airport locations include Rhodium, Firefly, SICILY BY CAR, Centauro, GREEN MOTION, Europcar, Sixt, LOCAUTO, OptimoRent and Goldcar Rental SP.
Which car hire companies will pick you up at Ciampino airport (CIA)?
Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Ciampino airport to off-airport locations include Rhodium, Firefly, SICILY BY CAR, Centauro, GREEN MOTION, Autovia, Europcar, Sixt, LOCAUTO and OptimoRent.
How can I find car hires near me in Rome?
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
How much does a Mini car hire cost in Rome?
A Mini car hire in Rome costs £29 per day, on average.
How much does an Economy car hire cost in Rome?
An Economy car hire in Rome costs £50 per day, on average.
How much does a Compact car hire cost in Rome?
A Compact car hire in Rome costs £37 per day, on average.
What is the most popular car hire location in Rome?
In Rome, cars are most frequently hired at SURPRICE CAR RENTAL Via Portuense 2385, Fiumicino (RM) (16 miles from city centre).
How much does a car hire in Rome cost for a week?
On average a car hire in Rome costs £129 per week (£18 per day).
How much does a car hire in Rome cost for a month?
On average a car hire in Rome costs £552 per month (£18 per day).
Should I get insurance when hiring a car in Rome?
Most car hire providers in Rome offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car hire in Rome, check out KAYAK's car hire insurance guide.
Where can I pick up a cheap Rome car hire?
The best places to pick up a car hire in Rome are typically located around major transport centres. Rome’s two international airports offer easy convenience when visiting by plane, but you can also find clusters of providers elsewhere including Europcar and SIXT near Rome Termini, the city’s central railway terminal. Rome Ostiense and Rome Tiburtina are other main stations with providers in the vicinity.
Name a few exciting road trips I can take from Rome
Driving your cheap car hire in Rome up the Tyrrhenian coast via E80 towards Florence is lengthy compared to more direct routes, but the scenic rewards on both sides of the vehicle are truly spectacular. We also recommend driving east via A1/E45/E842 towards Bari on the Adriatic coast to enjoy some of the best seafood and sunshine anywhere in Italy.
Rome car hire reviews and directory
Dollar
7.0
Good
32 reviewsCleanliness
8.0
Comfort
7.7
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.7
Value for money
6.8
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2.4 Poor
Aug 2020
Pros:
Location in terminal.Cons:
Horrific experience with Hertz in Rome Fiumicino. Rented a car that had a tire blown as soon as I started driving it. Called the Hertz location in Fiumicino and no answer. Called multiple times, but no answer. Had to call the US number only to get transferred to Road Side assistance for Canada? Ended up changing the tire myself then drove to my hotel. Kept calling Hertz in Rome (total of 8 times that day) but no answer. Tried calling Naples (no answer), Milano (no answer) and Salerno (answered but told me I wasn't covered because Hertz had franchised their business in Italy?). Suggested I pay for the flat myself and be on my way. In order to salvage my trip, I did just that. Only to find that the tire had prior damage in two places and it was unlikely that it could withstand another "patch" job. Nevertheless, I paid the fee for just that and tried to get ahold of Rome Hertz another 14 times over 4 days. No answer! The car sat parked because the newly patched tire went flat again! Seriously, I can't make this stuff up. Called the US again without help as they simply said I needed to deal directly with Rome Hertz only. I used Twitter to get a road side assistance number for Italy and the towed the car finally, while I had 5 days left on my rental. They refused to take me to Hertz to get a replacement saying I needed to pay a taxi for that (I was 60 miles away from the nearest location). I simply told them to keep the car and I would deal with it upon my return to Rome via another means. When I got to Rome, they had the nerve to charge me for a one way drop off charge in addition to my full contracted rate. NEVER AGAIN WILL I RENT FROM HERTZ/DOLLAR/THRIFY.10.0 Wonderful
Jul 2020
Pros:
Easy pickup and drop off next to airport. Convenient key drop.10.0 Wonderful
Sept 2018
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Car was new and clean. Good people .next time I will go and rental a car there excelente.10Cons:
The they close the rental office they should be open 24/7 or maybe they are open 24/7 but this was my first time in Europe.6.8 Okay
Jul 2018
Pros:
Fantastic car. Comfortable and drove well. New too.Cons:
Having to wait 2 hours in Rome to check-in with our reservation. A line ordering system that did not make any sense (draw a number for two other companies but not Dollar). Then, stand around because there was only standing room only. Really not efficient.10.0 Wonderful
Jun 2018
Pros:
Car was virtually new and great for our vacation.Cons:
Wished for an explanation of some simple things -- how to buy gas or turn on the A/C.5.2 Fair
Jul 2016
Pros:
Great little car (Fiat Panda) to drive through narrow Tuscan city streets.Cons:
Pick-up was chaos: We had booked the car at Dollar, but no Dollar was to be found at the pick-up in the airport in Rome (we were not aware that Dollar was a Hertz company, nor were we informed). The queue to pick up the car was very long, and it took approx. 1.5 hours before it was our turn. Overall, a very poor car pick-up experience.Hertz
6.1
Okay
44 reviewsCleanliness
6.9
Comfort
6.5
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.0
Value for money
5.9
22 locations in Rome