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Most popular company | RENTSMART |
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Price of gas per litre | £1.49 |
Average price per day | £30 |
Cheapest price per day | £12 |
In Bologna, there are 155 active hire locations from 66 car hire companies. small car is the cheapest car type to hire in Bologna in the past week - currently priced from £12/day. View deals for 3 car types available to hire in this destination:
Here are the best Bologna small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Bologna medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
Here are the best Bologna SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:
For the best savings on car hire in Bologna, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just £12/day – about 52% less than the yearly average.
In Bologna, the most affordable car hire company right now is Rent Smart 24, offering prices from just £9.84/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Target Italy, with rates starting at £10.59/day.
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Bologna is NOLEGGIARE (rated 10.0/10). Thrifty (rated 9.3/10 with 1 review) is also highly rated by our users.
The cheapest month to hire a car in Bologna is February, when you can expect to pay £8/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Bologna is June (£25/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.
January
£10
February
£8
March
£10
April
£23
May
£22
June
£25
July
£25
August
£22
September
£24
October
£16
November
£8
December
£14
Compact cars (Volkswagen Golf or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Bologna. Economy cars (Citroen C3 or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Mini cars (Fiat Panda or similar).
Sunnycars has 15 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Free2Move has the second-highest number of locations in Bologna at 10.
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With car hire in Bologna, you instantly give yourself the independence and freedom to enjoy this Italian city. Car hire in Bologna is available for tourists as young as 18 years old, as long as they have held a driving licence for longer than a year, and as long as you are under 70 years old, you can enjoy cheap car hire in Bologna that will give you a world of new experiences. Mandatory documents for car hire in Bologna include an international driving permit, a passport and a credit card with sufficient funds. If you have booked online, take your booking order along.
Car hire in Bologna is a great solution to your Italian adventures if you follow some basic rules of the road. Rules are easy to understand, with good signage and well-maintained roads in the urban areas and motorways. In Bologna, you will drive on the right-hand side of the road. Once you are used to that, know that horn use is banned when passing through any built-up areas, except for an emergency. Stay buckled up in all seats and be aware that Italy requires children under 1.5 metres in height to be in an infant or booster seat. There are roundabouts in the towns, and when driving your hire car in Bologna, you will have to give way to cars coming from the right. Obey speed limits with your cheap car hire in Bologna; they are usually 50 kph (30 mph) in urban areas, 90-110 kph (56-68 mph) on non-built-up roads and 130 kph (80 mph) on the motorways. Be aware of how much you drink before you drive, as Italy only has a 0.05% blood alcohol limit. It is always best to consult Bologna's motor vehicle authorities to check on recent road law changes.
Bologna car hire offers a wide selection of vehicles. Bologna has maintained its architecture and heritage, and many of the streets are naturally narrow. When driving in the towns, you will find roads where only one vehicle can pass at a time, which is what will make compact, economy car hire in Bologna such a great choice. Much easier on the fuel budget, economy hire or passenger cars can take you around the city and beyond with ease. If you are planning on taking a day trip to some of the surrounding regions, you may want a larger vehicle for extra comfort. Look at an SUV, but keep it small, as mountain roads are also notoriously narrow. Bologna car hire are a great way to explore northern Tuscany, Lombardy and other surrounding areas.
Bologna has what is known as a ZTL in the city centre. This is to reduce traffic flow into the city and prioritise cyclists, pedestrians, scooters and sometimes taxis. It is advised to find a nearby car park, as there is no free parking in the city. Highly rated car parks in the city centre include Car Park Tanari (with a 450 bay capacity and shuttle service), Car Park Multipiano Riva Reno and Piazzo VIII Agosto. Prices vary according to times/duration but average between 13 € (£11) and 18 € (£16) per day.
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £30/day when booking a car hire in Bologna. The absolute best deal a user found was for £16/day from Rent Smart 24, booked on Jul. 13.
Rent Smart 24 is one of the top picks in Bologna. They can have you in a hire car for about £148 per week on average.
Yes, hiring a vehicle in Bologna for a month is certainly possible.
Generally, a month-long car rental in Bologna can be found for about £636, with the average price for a rental being around £21 a day. Book with Rent Smart 24, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 58% less compared to the average price of car rentals in Bologna.
Car hire prices in Bologna are typically £45 for the weekend. On Cheapflights, you’ll be able to find great car hire deals on any type of vehicle. However, consider hiring a Mini to save money on your trip to £45. Our users have found prices for Mini car hire in August to be on average £44 per day.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Bologna. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (£21+).