Can I rent a car in Munich and drive to Austria?


Can I rent a car in Munich and drive to Austria? Most rental companies in Germany and Austria will let you take their cars across the border. However, it's always worth checking the Ts&Cs of your deal before you book. When you arrive to pick up your hire car, tell the rental company you'd like to cross the border.


Which car hire companies allow cross border travel?

Driving Across the U.S. Border into Canada in a Rental Car
  • Advantage Rent a Car.
  • Alamo.
  • Avis.
  • Budget.
  • Dollar.
  • Enterprise.
  • Europcar.
  • Fox Rent a Car.


Can you travel between countries in Europe with a rental car?

Can you cross any European border in your rental car? Most of them, yes. It's not common for car hire companies to forbid crossing borders, but it does happen. It's always worth checking the Ts & Cs for your deal and asking the counter staff where you can take the car.


Can I drive my car across the border?

To drive into Mexico from the U.S., you're required to bring the appropriate identification, a couple permits (depending on how far into Mexico you're going), and your proof of Mexico auto insurance. If your car is financed, you'll also need a letter of permission from your lender.


Can I rent a car in Germany and drive to Hungary?

When you rent a car in Germany, you also have the option to drive your car rental to a surrounding country in Europe and drop it off at a different station.


Where is it cheapest to rent a car in Europe?

Out of all the popular cities in Europe, Bucharest is the cheapest city to rent a car in at just $2/day. Renting a car in Bucharest is 85% cheaper than renting one in Dublin where the per day rate is around $13.


How long can I drive in Germany with a foreign car?

Registration, Inspection and Insurance If your stay in Germany is only temporary you can drive your imported motor vehicle for a period of up to 6 months with your home license plates and registration. A registration document with a German translation is required. And you'll have to show proof of insurance.


Can you rent a car in Germany and drive to other countries?

Many car rental suppliers will allow you to travel outside Germany without charging additional car rental fees, although there are specific cases in which restrictions or charges may apply. Most commonly, traveling to Eastern Europe with a rental car out of Germany has very specific requirements for this to be allowed.


Do I need international driving permit to rent car Europe?

Yes, you will need both your passport and your driver's license to rent a car in Europe. Additionally, for Austria, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Croatia, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Poland, Romania, Slovenia, Slovakia, or Spain, you will also need to provide an International Driver's Permit (IDP).