Can you drive a rental car to different countries in Europe?


Can you drive a rental car to different countries in Europe? Cross Border Fees Some rental car companies will charge you extra for driving their cars into certain countries. When driving through western Europe this is generally not an issue. However, you can be charged extra when driving into or between non-EU countries. This fee ranges from €15 to €50.


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 I rent a car from Munich to Zurich?

We've put together a guide for renters parking a car in Munich. Auto Europe has great rates on international one-way rentals so you can take your rental car to Zurich, Salzburg or Prague at a great low rate.


Can you drive a rental car from Germany to Czech Republic?

Hertz vehicles may be driven to Croatia, Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland, Slovakia and Slovenia, but may only be dropped off in the following cities: Prague, Budapest, Poznan, Szczecin, Warsaw, Bratislava, Ljubljana. Should you bring the vehicle outside Germany, a Cross Border fee of € 41.65 (including tax) will apply.


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.


Can I go to another country with a rental car?

Yes, usually you'll pay a 'cross-border fee' when you pick the car up. This fee will extend your rental's basic damage, theft and third-party protection so it works in another country. When you tell the counter staff you want to take the car abroad, they'll arrange to insure the car for you.


Can I drive a rental car from Paris to Amsterdam?

As mentioned above, most one-way car rental itineraries will result in an additional charge added on to your final car rental rate. A common one way fee for a car rental from Amsterdam to Paris is around $436, and from Paris to Barcelona is around $618.


How to rent a car and drive in Europe?

Whether you're American or Canadian, your passport and driver's license are all you need in most European countries. However, some countries also require an International Driving Permit (IDP). An IDP is an official translation of your US license (making it easier for the cop to write out a ticket).


Can I rent a car in Italy and drive to Croatia?

If you'll be renting a car in Italy and driving to Croatia, specify your route when you rent the car. Insurance coverage often stops at the border. Rental agencies in Trieste, Venice and Ancona are aware of this situation and will give you the correct rental agreement that allows for entry into Croatia.


Can you drive a rental car from Germany to Austria?

In Europe, car hire companies typically allow renters to drive their vehicles across international borders into neighbouring countries. However, you may have to pay a cross border fee in order to drive the car abroad.