Check out the latest trends and booking tips to rent a car in Romania with confidence.
How far in advance should you book a rental car in Romania?
You should book your rental car in Romania around 74 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.
What is the most popular rental car in Romania?
Rentals in the Small category (Volkswagen Golf or similar) are the most popular option in Romania, costing ₱1,777/day on average. Some users have found deals as low as ₱361/day.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Romania?
The cheapest month to rent a car in Romania is February at an average cost of ₱518/day. August is the most expensive month to rent a car in Romania when prices are ₱1,820/day on average, which tends to be 104% above the yearly average rental price for Romania.
Which car hire company in Romania has the most locations?
Target Rent a Car operates 4 locations in Romania, more than any other rental company.
Romania car rental price comparison by vehicle type
Find the right rental car in Romania by comparing prices across vehicle types.
Small
Medium
Large
SUV
Van
Pickup truck
Luxury
Convertible
Small cars
₱345 - ₱1,632
All Car Types
₱1,279 - ₱3,431
How much does it cost to rent a small car in Romania?
How much does it cost to rent a medium car in Romania?
How much does it cost to rent a large car in Romania?
How much does it cost to rent an SUV in Romania?
How much does it cost to rent a van in Romania?
How much does it cost to rent a pickup truck in Romania?
How much does it cost to rent a luxury car in Romania?
How much does it cost to rent a convertible in Romania?
Small car rentals in Romania typically cost around ₱710 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average ₱345 per day which is about 52% less than the yearly average. Small cars are usually 66% cheaper than the average rental in Romania, making them ideal for budget-conscious travelers.
Medium car rentals in Romania typically cost around ₱1,283 per day. The best time to book is March, when prices average ₱514 per day which is about 60% less than the yearly average. Medium cars are usually 38% cheaper than the average rental in Romania, offering a good balance of space and value.
Large car rentals in Romania typically cost around ₱1,956 per day. The best time to book is March, when prices average ₱816 per day which is about 59% less than the yearly average. Large cars can be 4% cheaper than the average rental in Romania, offering more comfort for longer trips at a valuable price.
SUV rentals in Romania typically cost around ₱1,885 per day. The best time to book is May, when prices average ₱627 per day which is about 67% less than the yearly average. SUVs can be 8% cheaper than the average rental in Romania, providing extra space and capability for groups or road trips at a reasonable price.
Van rentals in Romania typically cost around ₱2,702 per day. The best time to book is February, when prices average ₱1,318 per day which is about 52% less than the yearly average. Vans are typically 25% more expensive than the average rental in Romania, but are the best choice for families or groups needing maximum passenger capacity.
Pickup truck rentals in Romania typically cost around ₱6,277 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average ₱5,021 per day which is about 21% less than the yearly average. Pickup trucks are typically 68% more expensive than the average rental in Romania, ideal for hauling gear or outdoor adventures.
Luxury car rentals in Romania typically cost around ₱3,022 per day. The best time to book is May, when prices average ₱847 per day which is about 72% less than the yearly average. Luxury cars are typically 33% more expensive than the average rental in Romania, but deliver premium comfort and style for special occasions.
Convertible rentals in Romania typically cost around ₱7,834 per day. The best time to book is April, when prices average ₱5,900 per day which is about 25% less than the yearly average. Convertibles are typically 74% more expensive than the average rental in Romania, perfect for scenic drives and warm-weather destinations.
Good to know
Most popular car type
Medium
Top tips for renting a car in Romania
If you plan on travelling to small villages and more remote areas of Romania during your trip, then booking car hire in Romania is essential. There is less public transport available if you aren't sticking to the major cities. If you plan on travelling between cities, driving is often faster, and you'll be able to do it at your own pace.
If you're driving in rural areas of Romania, be prepared to share the roads with more than cars. You'll frequently encounter animals, both wildlife and farm animals. In addition, you may find yourself sharing the road with horse-drawn carts. Be prepared for your journey to take a little longer than planned, as you may need to slow down or stop in some areas. Remember, if there are animals on the road, it's always safest to remain in your vehicle and wait for them to move on.
It's quite likely that if you're looking into booking car hire in Romania, you're thinking about travelling to neighbouring countries. Most major Romania car hire companies will allow cross-border hires. There may be an extra fee, and you may need extra paperwork to show at the border. Always let your hire car provider know if you plan on crossing the border. Some countries, such as Croatia and Slovenia, are often not allowed to do this. Additionally, one-way cross-border hires are often significantly more expensive than round-trip bookings.
If you're travelling with children in Romania, remember that children who are under 12, or shorter than 150 cm must use a booster seat or child restraint. They also aren't allowed to travel in the front seat. You can bring your own seat, but they must comply with EU regulations, so it may be easier to add one to your car hire in Romania. Most companies can provide one for an extra fee, and they will often help you fit the seat in the car when you pick it up.
Small rental cars in Romania are around 73% cheaper than other car types, on average
When using your hire car in Romania, don't forget to drive on the right. There are a number of toll roads in the country, and you'll need a vignette sticker to use them. Check with the company you've chosen for car hire in Romania to see if this is already included in your booking. Otherwise, you'll need to purchase one from a petrol station. Remember, that you cannot have any alcohol in your blood when driving, so avoid drinking altogether when you plan to drive.
How old do you have to be to rent a car in Romania?
You usually have to be at least 21 years old to hire a car in Romania. Certain car categories may be restricted to those over 25, or over 30 years. Additionally, a young driver's surcharge is often added for drivers under 25 years. You can use your UK driving licence, and you'll need to bring this along with your credit card to pick up the vehicle. It's a good idea to bring your passport as well for additional identification.
How are petrol prices in Romania?
Petrol prices in Romania are approximately RON 6.80 (around GBP 1.20) a litre and roughly RON 25.30 (about GBP 4.40) a gallon. Petrol stations are usually easy to find, even in remote areas. However, if you're taking a long road trip, it's still best to check the stations on your route ahead of time and fill up before you need to. Petrol stations are usually self-service, and you'll head inside to pay at the counter.
What are the speed limits in Romania?
The speed limit on motorways in Romania is usually 130 km/h (roughly 80 mph). Inside cities and towns, the limit is generally 50 km/h (around 30 mph). Some main roads in cities go up to 60 km/h. On major roads outside built-up areas, the limit is usually 90 km/h (about 55 mph). On E-Roads, you can drive up to 120 km/h. Limits may be different on specific roads or in certain areas, so always keep an eye out for signs.
Car rental directory
Autonom car rental locations in Romania
68 Locations
Autounion Car Rental car rental locations in Romania
The rates displayed include all taxes and fees for car rentals for the class listed and were found by KAYAK users in the last 48 hours. Offers are subject to change and may not be available on all car rentals listed or dates of travel. Some car rental providers charge additional fees for other services (GPS, infant car seats, etc.). Please check the car rental providers' sites.
We value your privacy
KAYAK and its partners wish to use cookies or similar technologies to store and/or access information on and about your device and process personal data such as your IP address, device identifiers etc., in order to improve your experience on the site, to analyze navigation, to offer and measure personalized advertising, and to facilitate sharing on social networks. We also allow the use of third-party cookies (including those from our advertising partners) on our sites.
By clicking 'Accept', you consent to your data being processed by 0 vendors on this web site for the purposes described in this notice. You can review the vendors and their individual processing purposes on the .
To review individual processing purposes and cookie categories, please click ’Select individual purposes’. You can review your choices and withdraw your consent at any time by clicking the ’Privacy Preferences’ link in the page side navigation.
