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How far in advance should you book a rental car in Rome?
You should book your rental car in Rome around 7 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.
What is the cheapest car rental company in Rome?
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Rent Smart 24 (₪9.86/day), CarWiz (₪15.64/day) and Ok Mobility (₪17.45/day). The cheapest rental car price was found at Rent Smart 24, Via Luigi Bandini (14.4 km from city center).
What is the most popular rental car in Rome?
Rentals in the SUV category (Jeep Avenger or similar) are the most popular option in Rome, costing ₪187/day on average. Some users have found deals as low as ₪66/day.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Rome?
The cheapest month to rent a car in Rome is November at an average cost of ₪50/day. July is the most expensive month to rent a car in Rome when prices are ₪114/day on average, which tends to be 322% above the yearly average rental price for Rome.
Which car hire company in Rome has the most locations?
Avis operates 19 locations in Rome, more than any other rental company.
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₪38 - ₪92
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₪175 - ₪263
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Small car rentals in Rome typically cost around ₪66 per day. The best time to book is November, when prices average ₪38 per day which is about 43% less than the yearly average. Small cars are usually 69% cheaper than the average rental in Rome, making them ideal for budget-conscious travelers.
Medium car rentals in Rome typically cost around ₪174 per day. The best time to book is March, when prices average ₪144 per day which is about 18% less than the yearly average. Medium cars are usually 18% cheaper than the average rental in Rome, offering a good balance of space and value.
Large car rentals in Rome typically cost around ₪239 per day. The best time to book is November, when prices average ₪191 per day which is about 21% less than the yearly average. Large cars are typically 12% more expensive than the average rental in Rome, but offers more comfort for longer trips.
SUV rentals in Rome typically cost around ₪218 per day. The best time to book is March, when prices average ₪158 per day which is about 28% less than the yearly average. SUVs are typically 4% more expensive than the average rental in Rome, but provide extra space and capability for groups or road trips.
Van rentals in Rome typically cost around ₪345 per day. The best time to book is February, when prices average ₪257 per day which is about 26% less than the yearly average. Vans are typically 39% more expensive than the average rental in Rome, but are the best choice for families or groups needing maximum passenger capacity.
Luxury car rentals in Rome typically cost around ₪271 per day. The best time to book is November, when prices average ₪220 per day which is about 19% less than the yearly average. Luxury cars are typically 23% more expensive than the average rental in Rome, but deliver premium comfort and style for special occasions.
Convertible rentals in Rome typically cost around ₪279 per day. The best time to book is November, when prices average ₪219 per day which is about 22% less than the yearly average. Convertibles are typically 25% more expensive than the average rental in Rome, perfect for scenic drives and warm-weather destinations.
The average price of a commercial car rental in Rome, Italy is ₪341. The cheapest time to rent a commercial car in Rome, Italy is in November. The price is 43% lower than the rest of the year at just ₪195 per day. A commercial car rental is typically 39% more expensive than the average rental car in Rome. The average price of a vehicle rental in Rome can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car.
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Rome car rental experiences: the best tips from KAYAK users
Insights shared by verified travelers who rented a car in Rome
If you’re driving in a long trip, check to see if the navigation works before leaving
Verified travelerJun 2025
Be very aware of the ZTL zones in cities.
Verified travelerSept 2024
On the motorways don’t use any toll booths with a yellow box or bar painted on it… Do t rent a full size car. The streets are too narrow. VW T-Rock we had was perfect.
Verified travelerSept 2024
Don’t drive in Rome city center. Unless truly necessary
MelissaAug 2024
Check the car before driving away so you don’t get stuck in a dirty car your whole vacation.
Verified travelerOct 2023
Research and learn what the street signs mean. Prepare a mapping App in advance and set it up on cars system so to be hands free. Navigating, Driving, street signs with rules, motor bikes and bicycles cutting in front and pedestrians having the right away are all in play. Be prepared.
Eric J.Oct 2023
Avoid the Budget offices on via Sardegna. There are several rental offices in the Termini train station ... if you rent from there you can also try some less expensive local options (ideal for cases where you'll pick up and drop off in the same place).
BarbaraOct 2023
Rent from an agency on the outskirts on Rome. Don’t try to drive in the city.
HaroldoOct 2023
Best not to drive unless you’re familiar with the city.
Verified travelerJul 2023
Rent a small car, covertible if possible. Traffic is not so bad as people say, even parking is not hard to handle. But, renting a Vespa is much better…
Verified travelerJul 2023
Drive with confidence and clarity. If you are clear and accurate I what you intend, there are no problems
Verified travelerAug 2023
In the early morning and evening parking in Rome was not an issue.
Verified travelerJun 2023
Don’t go to the rental desk, head straight to the pickup area.
Verified travelerAug 2023
Avoid driving in Rome. Pay for parking garage, well worth it!
ChrisAug 2023
Rent from airport to get out of city easier
JamesAug 2023
Get a tutorial on using the features. Still haven’t figured out the cruise control and speed limiter on the Peugeot 2008 we rented.
MarkJun 2023
If you have a couple of bags to take to the car, grab a trolley. It’s a long walk.
Verified travelerJun 2023
Driving in aroma was a little chaotic. Be aware of restricted zones
Verified travelerAug 2023
Typical of any other big city
Verified travelerMay 2023
Yes document any damage to your vehicle and before you leave the premises, go back to the office to make sure they are updated. Don't drive in Rome. It is less expensive to take a taxi then to navigate the streets and find parking.
KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Rome
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 rental cars in Rome for ₪48 or less
Small rental cars in Rome are around 59% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about renting a car 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 rent a car in Rome?
On average a rental car in Rome costs ₪76 per day.
Which car rental companies are at Fiumicino airport (FCO)?
They keep on pushing extra insurance plus need double credit card
4.0 Mediocre
Melissa, Aug 2024
Compact SUV
The car was dirty. There were grease prints and footprints all throughout the car. There was a lollipop stick and an empty bag.
4.0 Mediocre
Edson, Jun 2024
Economy
The biggest problem booking through Kayak was that even though my car reservation was “confirmed”, when I got to the Hertz desk they said that it is a third party app so they did not have that reservation and only had a more expensive car to offer me for those dates. Because we were on a tight schedule, we couldn’t shop around last minute and ultimately had to take the more expensive car. Bad experience booking through Kayak and ultimately blame Hertz for also allowing themselves to be listed on third party websites without this guarantee.
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Nov 2023
Compact SUV
The best!
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Nov 2023
Full-size
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4.0 Mediocre
Anonymous, Oct 2023
Mini
Very significant hidden on costs at pickup, including extra charges for airport locations for pickup and drop off and additional charge for one way travel. All of these details were know at time of booking and costs should have been clear. I would not have used service if I was aware of these.
I enjoyed everything about this rental experience. I definitely will rent from Leasys again! THANKS YOU Leasys crew!!! You made everything very easy. Dr. Karen Halstead
4.0 Mediocre
Anonymous, Sept 2022
No point of contact. No body respond to phone
2.0 Poor
Christopher, Sept 2022
It took 4.5 hours to pick up our prepaid rental car
Rome Termini Railway Station, Via G. Giolitti n 34
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Via Appia Km 13 Ciampino Apt
+39 06 7934 0689 / +329/6907554
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Via Teulada, 57/59
+39 06 3751 9925
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4.0 Mediocre
Anonymous, Jul 2023
Convertible
Staff at the office was very professional and friendly, unlike the staff at the garage/car pick up point. I had to wait with my 5 year old child at the parking lot for half an hour for the car keys to arrive. When the guy eventually arrived with car keys he was pretty rude to us for no reason. So, that spoiled the experience.
4.0 Mediocre
Anonymous, Apr 2022
We had to wait more than 1 hour to pick up the car as they had a problem with their computer system. Eventually we had to walk to another location where they assigned us a car. It was a new Fiat 500 (hybrid) which was very nice. Overall the experience was fine except the issue when we picked up the car.
We had a terrible experience with Alamo and likely will not be giving our business to Alamo again. The pickup process and the staff in Rome was fantastic, but the drop off process in Florence was a nightmare! When we drove into Florence, we arrived at the address we were provided both by the Alamo staff in Rome and in our rental agreement. The office was in a terrible location and was not open despite arriving during listed business hours. Since the office was closed, we had to take the rental car to our hotel and pay to valet park it overnight. When we went to return the rental car at the listed opening time the next morning, we waited in a line at the provided address, only to get to the front and be immediately directed to a parking garage that was NOT listed on the rental return agreement without the staff doing anything to acknowledge and process the return. We were provided unclear instructions on where the return garage was that did not take into account current road closures. Due to needlessly waiting in line at the return location provided by Alamo in the rental agreement, the return process not being initiated in the system upon our arrival at the provided location, and the delay in finding the return garage, we arrived at the garage 15 minutes after our return time and charged for an entire extra day. Had we had clear instructions on where to return the vehicle, we would have had a much better experience.
Old high mileage car, defective navigation, lack of backup camera. Several previous body damage.
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Apr 2025
Mini
Wonderful
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Oct 2024
Intermediate SUV
This operation is a scam. They are making up damages at the end of the trip, with the knowledge that you have a plane to catch in two hours. Never again: bye Budget.
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Sept 2024
Passenger van
The vehicle I originally ordered was not available. The agent at budget City Centre tried to tell me that I didn’t order the vehicle and reserved online, then proceeded to tell me that the vehicle doesn’t exist in Italy. The car was dented and wasn’t not recorded at the time of pickup. Thankfully, I did a full vehicle wall around before taking the vehicle from budget. When I dropped the car off at Budget Airport, the agents were better and I explained the situation with the pickup. They confirmed that the original vehicle I ordered is available in Italy and they had chosen to not have it onsite for pickup. They also asked about the dent, which I showed the video to prove it was there at pickup. They stated that the first agent at pickup never recorded it, but because of the proof I wouldn’t be charged. This was such a bad experience given that I ordered a Van to fit 8 people and they gave me an SUV that fit 7, with no room for luggage. Because of this experience, I will never use Budget again and will tell everyone I know to avoid it as well.
6.0 Okay
Amer, Sept 2024
Compact
Everyone was friendly. No issues there, and I really enjoyed my experiences with the employees directly. No air conditioning, in a heat wave, made the long wait for pickup exhausting. No organized lines, making it a bit of a free for all to get seen.
8.0 Very good
Anonymous, Oct 2023
Economy
Good. The address for drop off in Rome by the train station was not correct and caused confusion. Imaging driving in one of the craziest places to drive in the world and not know where you are going. This is basic stuff and very, very simple to resolve by just keeping the database in order and if a change of addresses come about, notify your pending customers. It’s a simple computer program to maintain this process.
Bad service already at the counter Attempt to collect additional money for insurance I didn't want to add money, they said the flight was delayed and I had to make a new reservation
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Aug 2024
Economy
They didnt give me car because I don't have international licence. If you check the art 135 highway law, you will see if I have official translation of my driving license I am allowed to drive in Italy. I showed my Canadian driving license and translation but they didn't give my car.
8.0 Very good
Anonymous, Aug 2024
Intermediate SUV
Overall good experience, nice staff.
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Sept 2023
Premium
Very poor. Hardly any petrol, sat nav didn't work, maintenance light on throughout and unclear charges afterwards
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Aug 2023
Compact SUV
Everything was perfect, drop off was a little uncertain but extremely simple.
Careful there’s a 1-hour reservation hold time. If your flight is delayed by more than that, they’ll cancel your reservation and make you pay the full charge with insurance to retrieve your booking. IDP also required for foreign travellers not in the EU. Generally nice, but a lot of “nothing I can do it’s the ststem” from the staff. Shuttle comes really slow/late.
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Jan 2025
Economy
The pickup/dropoff part was a disaster. I waited at the FCO airport for “the shuttle” for over an hour, during which time I asked the airport info people where to find the shuttle and they couldn’t help, nor were we able to reach the rental office by phone. So I finally just decided to take a taxi to the office, which was an additional 40.00 euros that SurPrice refused to reimburse me for. Then I waited almost another hour in line at the office just to get my reserved car. The clerk barely spoke English and was rude. They did a terrible job of explaining the rental agreement and failed to give me any kind of print-out or email. Also, the vehicle was only 3/4 full, even though they told me “full to full”. I didn’t have time to go back into the office to argue with them, so I took pictures and left thinking maybe they would credit me when I returned the vehicle. I was wrong. When I dropped off the vehicle, it was basically the same experience which almost caused me to miss my return flight. In retrospect, I wish I would have just paid more for a car rental office located in the airport terminal.
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Dec 2024
Economy
They tried to charge me again for insurance and upped the cost I had prepaid by 4X. Avoid this place like the plague!
2.0 Poor
arnoldandalicia, Oct 2024
Economy
Make sure you have an international drivers license with you, because Surprise will not rent a car to you if you don’t unless you pay for very expensive daily insurance through them. Even though they refused to rent the car, they still charged us the full rental price. The directions for getting the shuttle at the airport were very vague and so finding the shuttle took us over an hour of asking people where to get it (no one knew) and what the shuttle looked like. The whole ordeal was a nightmare
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Oct 2024
Mini
Terrible customer service. Smoking on work
6.0 Okay
Anonymous, Oct 2024
Economy
I found out from a taxi driver that the wrong address was listed on my car rental booking confirmation and there was no information about a shuttle/transportation to the location listed as the airport when it was actually somewhere else. I had to pay a taxi driver to bring me to a different address that a free shuttle should have. Beside that, the car worked great and wasn't very clean but otherwise highly functional. No mechanical issues and I was able to catch the shuttle back.
They gave me the wrong car and forced me to pay for an upgrade when I should've had a gas car from the beginning, not an electric car. They also had me sign the wrong rental contract designed for another person!
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Sept 2025
Compact SUV
Bailed after reading reviews online about FCO being a complete scam
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Sept 2025
Mini
No invoice, came through as more than double cost than as booked through kayak. Quality of car extremely poor. Poor all round.
8.0 Very good
Anonymous, May 2025
Mini
Si far so good. Let’s see the final invoice to check there’s no hidden cost
2.0 Poor
Nick, Mar 2025
Economy
They charged me an extra $400 with no communication
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Oct 2024
Intermediate SUV
The price I received was $428 with full coverage/ insurance. When I arrived at airport avis desk, she insisted that it was not included full insurance and I was forced to pay around $1000 !
Aeroporto Internazionale di Roma - Ciampino G. B. Pastine, Via Appia Nuova, 1651, Ciampino RM
+39 06 7934 0802
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Aeroporto internazionale Leonardo da Vinci, Via dell'Aeroporto di Fiumicino, Fiumicino RM
+39 06 6595 3547
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Lungomare Duca degli Abruzzi 84
+39 06 6940 8328
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Piazza Francesco Vivona, 5
+39 06 592 2514
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Piazza delle Crociate, 11, Roma RM
+39 06 4550 7550
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Rome Termini Train Station
+39 06 4782 6000
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VIA DEL GALOPPATOIO 33 (ACCEssI DA: VIA VENETO / P.LE BRASILE / MURO TORTO E P.ZZA SPAGNA)
+39 06 652111
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Via Aurelia, 456
+39 06 662 7335
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Via Bevagna, 54, Roma RM
+39 06 8708 9620
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Via Della Conciliazione, 7,lazio
+39 335 778 9953
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Via Giovanni Giolitti, 34, Roma RM
+39 06 4890 7970
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Via Oderisi da Gubbio 270
+39 06 440 3963
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+39 06 9489 1586
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+39 06 3211 0194
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2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Jul 2025
Intermediate SUV
Horrible. Showed up at desk and they couldn’t find me reservation in system even though I provided reservation number and proof of reservation via email. I was told that I had to book another reservation there at the desk. It was double the cost of my original reservation. And I haven’t received a refund for the original reservation booked. Fraud. Stay away.
2.0 Poor
Karlis Intsons &, Aug 2024
Economy
They charged us for damage that I didn't do. I have evidence and tried to contact them, but no found about their customer service email address.
6.0 Okay
Anonymous, Aug 2023
Mini
I preordered a HYBRID and upon arrival I was informed they ONLY had 100% electric cars. We were forced to take possession of the electric car. This was highly inconvenient as we had to drive across country and charge the car many many times. It was a complete waste of time and money.
Roma Termini Train Station, Via Giovanni Giolitti 16
+39 348 533 0898
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VIA Collatina CO Info Point of Shopping Center Roma EST
+39 345 118 1209
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Via Ormisda, 5
+39 06 4543 6433
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Via Pontina
+39 342 106 9478
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Via Vincenzo Renieri 16
+39 342 514 3680
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c/o multipiano B- A. Leonardo da Vinci
+39 06 65 95 26 998 / +39 334 360 5 521
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2.0 Poor
Jaime, May 2026
Economy
terrible
8.0 Very good
Anonymous, Sept 2024
Luxury station wagon
A car with a backup camera…
4.0 Mediocre
Saidja, Jul 2023
Compact
Finding the pick up and drop off was a nightmare and we lost hours of time. Not clear where to catch the shuttle bus in Rome. The locations are not proper on google maps and the address provided exists near the wrong airport in Milan. We loat 1. 5 hours. Also, terrible experience with Marco in Milan, so rude. Receptionists were nice. Car was fine.
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