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Cheapest Car Rental Rates
Split Airport
Economy
Peugeot 108
or similar
$3.67
per day
Split Airport
Mini
Volkswagen Up
or similar
$3.97
per day
Split Airport
Compact
Volkswagen Golf
or similar
$7.07
per day
Split Airport
Compact Elite Crossover
Volkswagen Taigo
or similar
$9.17
per day
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Split Airport
Intermediate
Hyundai i30 STW
or similar
$10.46
per day
Split Airport
Full-size SUV
Dacia Duster
or similar
$11.67
per day
Split Airport
Standard SUV
Suzuki Vitara
or similar
$17.55
per day
Split Airport
Luxury Van
Opel Vivaro
or similar
$51.55
per day
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 3:54 AM on 11/19/24. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
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Travel Information
Languages
Croatian, English
Currency
HRK
Drive on
Right-hand side
Country code
+385
Average car rental price
$14 per day
Average car rental length
8 days
Speed limit within town
50 km/h or 31 mph
Speed limit out of town
90 - 130 km/h or 56 - 81 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.05%
Average gas price
$1.56 per liter or $5.90 per gallon
Lowest gas price
$1.48 per liter or $5.59 per gallon
Highest gas price
$1.71 per liter or $6.46 per gallon
Why rent a car in Split?
Split is a great place to visit by car. Not only you’ll get to explore its historic, fun city and its surrounding beaches, you’ll also have the freedom to travel to all of the landmarks of the surrounding Dalmatia region.
One-Way Car Rentals in Split
The most popular one-way rental options for pick up in Split and drop off in another city include:
- From Split to Dubrovnik - 807 offers from $15.47 per day
- From Split to Zadar - 272 offers from $20.00 per day
- From Split to Zagreb - 839 offers from $17.42 per day
- From Split to Pula - 212 offers from $20.00 per day
- From Split to Rijeka - 113 offers from $20.00 per day
Top ways to enter Split
- Split Airport. Also known as Split-Resnik, the second-busiest airport in the country served 3.1 million travelers in 2018. The airport is especially active during the summer months when it hosts flights by more than 30 different airlines. Located 24 km (15 miles) northwest of the city center, the airport can be reached in about 20 minutes by car.
- Zadar Airport. Another international airport on the Dalmatian coast that’s mainly active during the summer months, Zadar Airport handled just over 600,000 travelers in 2018. The airport is popular with low-cost carriers like Ryanair, easyJet, and Vueling. Located 152 km (94 miles) northwest of Split, the airport can be reached in about 90 minutes.
- Dubrovnik Airport. Serving the picturesque coastal city of the same name, Dubrovnik Airport is near Croatia’s borders with Montenegro and Bosnia and Herzegovina. During the last decade, the airport has been growing at a fast pace - nowadays, it offers flights not only to and from European destinations, but also the Middle East and the United States. Located 245 km (152 miles) southeast of Split, Dubrovnik Airport can be reached in about 3 hours and 20 minutes, with most of the road taking you right along the coast.
- Zagreb Airport. Serving the capital of Croatia, Zagreb Franjo Tuđman Airport is the busiest in the country. Unlike the airports serving the country’s coastal destinations, most flights served by Zagreb Airport are active year-round. Located 418 km (260 mi) north of Split, Zagreb Airport can be reached in about four hours.
- By sea. If you’re arriving in Split by ferry, you can conveniently pick up a rental car at Split Aci Marina Port. During the summer and early autumn months, there are frequent ferry services connecting Split with other Croatian coastal destinations, Croatian islands, and some cities in Italy. The services are much more limited during the colder months of the year, so it’s important to look up the schedule in advance. Some ferry companies permit bringing a rental car on deck while others do not; regardless, you should always ask your rental car provider if they also permit it.
City facts
- The second biggest city in Croatia, Split is the capital of Split-Dalmatia County. Nearly 350,000 people live in the city’s larger metropolitan area.
- Founded by Greeks, the city has also been ruled by Romans, Hungarian, Venetians, and the French during different times of its varied history.
Top sights and activities
- Diocletian’s Palace. Another great remnant of Diocletian’s reign in ancient Split, this retirement complex has changed very little throughout the ages. Now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, it can be found at the very heart of the Split Old Town. On a more modern note, Game of Thrones fans will recognize it as the place where dragons were kept in Meereen.
- The Egyptian sphinxes. Brought to Split almost 2000 years ago from the other coast of the Mediterranean, these two sphinxes are some of the most unique Egyptian artifacts in Europe. You’ll find one of them in Peristil square while the other is in front of Jupiter’s temple.
- St. Duje's. First built during Roman times as the emperor Diocletian’s mausoleum and later refurbished into a Catholic cathedral, St. Duje’s Cathedral (or the Cathedral of Saint Domnius, as it’s sometimes called in English) has a unique mixture of architectural styles. Having acquired its Christian status more than 1,400 years ago, it may be the oldest Catholic structure in the world retaining its original structure. Remember to climb to the church’s stunning bell tower as you’ll get the best city views anywhere in Split from there.
- Split Archaeological Museum. If you liked some of the landmarks above, you’re very likely to enjoy a visit to Split’s main archaeological museum. Located in the northern part of the city center, it chronicles the eras when Split was ruled by various famous empires and the cultural heritage they left behind.
Traffic and parking
- Unless specifically indicated otherwise, the speed limits are 130 km/h on motorways, 110 km/h on main highways, 90 km/h on most other roads, and 50 km/h in populated and built-up areas.
- During autumn and spring (from October to March) you need to drive with your headlights on, even during the day.
- If you’re driving with a foreign car, it needs to have a nationality sticker on the back. This is important if you’re arriving in Croatia by car from a neighboring country, especially Montenegro, Bosnia and Herzegovina or Serbia that are not part of the European Union.
- The legal alcohol limit is 0.05% for experienced drivers and 0.00% for novice drivers and drivers under the age of 24. Exceeding the limit can lead to large fines, an EU-wide licence ban, or even imprisonment.
- Gas stations are usually open from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., although many will work until 10:00 p.m. during summer.
- The insurance and car documentation needs to be in the car whenever you’re driving.
- If you’re the driver, you need to have your passport or ID card with you at all times.
- The emergency number, like elsewhere in the EU, is 112.
Toll roads
There’s a toll to be paid for using most Croatian motorways. There are two types of tolls in Croatia, the open ones and the closed ones. On open toll motorways, which are mostly tunnels, bridges, and short stretches of highway, the driver pays when arriving at the road. On closed toll motorways, the driver pays when arriving at the road and is given a receipt for their payment that shows where they entered the toll road. They then need to present the receipt when leaving the toll road. If you lose the receipt, you’ll need to once again for the maximum length of the toll road. If your receipt is more than 24 hours old, for example, because you stay for the night somewhere along the toll road, you’ll need to provide a valid explanation of the situation at the exit toll booth.
The payment for the toll road can be done either in cash or by credit card. You can also purchase a smart card or an expiring seasonal smart card that will include a 10% discount. Both types of smart cards are non-refundable. Some rental cars are equipped with an electronic toll responder the price of which is usually included in the rental price. Do ask your car rental provider about it in advance. Find out more about the toll roads in Croatia on the European toll road website.
Ideas for day trips
- Salona. An ancient Roman colony and once one of the greatest cities of that Empire, Salona still retains a well-preserved amphitheater, basilica, and other landmarks from the Roman times. From Split, Salona can be reached in less than 20 minutes by car.
- Trogir. This small, often-overlooked historic city sits just 27km west of Split and makes a great day trip destination. Since 1997, Trogir has been recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site on account of its numerous, well-preserved Venetian buildings.
- Makarska Riviera. Named after its largest town which is located an hour’s drive southeast of Split, the Makarska Riviera is a 66 km (41 mile) long coastal stretch that’s often considered among the most beautiful in all of Croatia. Sandwiched between the mountains and the Adriatic Sea, the area is characterized by narrow, but pretty sandy beaches, as well as scenic coastal villages just behind them.
- Zadar. Just 110 km (68 mi) from Split, Zadar is another gem of a town along Croatia’s Adriatic coast. Its most famous attraction is the Sea Organ, a unique instrument that uses wind and waves to create music. There are also many opportunities for water sports or simply a relaxing day on great beaches like Kolovare, Borik, and Vitrenjak.
- Plitvice Lakes National Park. Divided into upper and lower lakes, Plitvice is one of the most attractive nature areas in Croatia. It is not allowed to swim in the lakes because of the many unique flora and fauna species that live here, but it’s still great to go a longer hike or a boat trip to enjoy this serene place.
Most popular cars
The most popular rental car in Croatia is the VW Polo, followed by the Opel Corsa and the Skoda Fabia. The most popular rental car types are economy, mini, and compact.
Further destinations
- Dubrovnik. Often thought of as one of the most scenic towns in Europe, Dubrovnik has quickly become one of Croatia’s most visited travel destinations. Known for its magnificent walled city and as the filming location for the Game of Thrones, Dubrovnik also offers easy access to some of the most beautiful South Dalmatian beaches. The drive from Split takes three hours, and you’ll be traveling right along the coast for a large part of the way.
- Istria. As famous for its coastline as Dalmatia, but culturally and historically distinct, the Istrian peninsula is a very interesting travel destination. In addition to ancient sites and cozy beach towns like Pula and Rovinj, the region is notable for its close ties to Italy and some areas remain officially bilingual to this day. The drive from Split to Istria takes about three and a half hours, and you can visit charming Rijeka, Croatia’s third-largest city, on the way.
- Zagreb. Croatia’s inland capital is just as interesting to visit as the coast, but very different from the country’s south in terms of history, architecture, and atmosphere. If Dalmatia is in many ways quite similar to the rest of the Mediterranean, Zagreb has a Central European vibe to it, especially when it comes to architecture and history. The capital is also Croatia’s main hub of culture and entertainment.
Car rental prices in Split
- Convertibles - from $226 per day
- Station wagons - from $6 per day
- Large cars - from $9 per day
- Medium cars - from $5 per day
- Vans - from $8 per day
- Premium cars - from $65 per day
- Small cars - from $4 per day
- SUVs - from $7 per day
Money-saving and other tips
There are things you can do to get a good rental car deal in Split:
- Compare rates of different rental car providers
- Book your rental car well in advance
- Plan your route before you go
- Know your fuel and mileage requirements
- Visit on the month when the rental prices are the cheapest. According to our data, visiting Zagreb is the cheapest in February when renting a car is about 80% cheaper renting a car in August, the most expensive month.
Fact checked by
Melissa Douglas
Melissa Douglas is a British Travel Writer based in Athens, Greece. She runs the Mediterranean-focused solo female travel website High Heels and a Backpack and has written for several high-profile travel publications across the globe. Her aim is to inspire people to travel off the beaten path and not just stick to the most popular tourist destinations in each country.
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Map of Car Rental Locations
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Split?
Car rental prices in Split vary by time of year. This graph shows the average prices per month to help you find the best time of year to rent.
Average rental costs per day in Split
The cheapest month to rent a car in Split is February (when prices average $10.23 per day). This is 57% cheaper than the yearly average and 78% cheaper than renting in July (when prices average $46.10).
This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.
This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.
What’s the usual rental length in Split?
How long travelers keep their rental cars for varies from month to month: in January, the average renter keeps their car for 9 days, and in October, they keep their car for 6 days.
Average number of rental days in Split
What's the most popular month to rent a car in Split?
Based on the number of searches by our customers, the most popular month for renting a car in Split is August, and the least popular is February.
Monthly searches in Split by pick-up date relative to the average
Car rental information
| Car rental locations | 7 |
| Airport locations | 1 |
| Popular suppliers | Avia Rent A Car, Garage Nr1, Carwiz, Ok Mobility, Flizzr |
| Popular car categories | Small cars, SUVs, Medium cars, Vans |
| Lowest price | $4 per day |
| Cheapest supplier | Ok Mobility |
Most popular car models of rental suppliers
| Rental Supplier | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avia Rent A Car | Volkswagen Polo | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
| Avia Rent A Car | Skoda Fabia | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
| Keddy | Volkswagen T-Cross | 5 | 2 | SUVs |
| Ok Mobility | Seat Ibiza | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
| Avia Rent A Car | Volkswagen Golf | 5 | 2 | Medium cars |
| Flizzr | Fiat 500 | 3 | 1 | Small cars |
| Ok Mobility | Peugeot 108 | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
| Avia Rent A Car | Volkswagen T-Cross | 5 | 2 | SUVs |
| Flizzr | Opel Corsa | 3 | 1 | Small cars |
| Garage Nr1 | Volkswagen T-Cross | 5 | 2 | SUVs |
Our customers' reviews
Because we want to make sure each review listed here is left by a real customer, we don’t have the option to post a review here. Instead, we ask each and every customer to leave a review after they return their rental car. This way, you know that all reviews are authentic.
WH
United States of America (USA)
Kia Sportage
10/10/24
We drove from Split, Croatia to Warsaw, Poland Over 2,500km on highways and byways and saw many incredible views, sights and places,
AV
South Africa
Peugeot 208
9/17/24
We enjoyed Croatia overall and the old city of Split.
NM
Ireland
Volkswagen Golf
9/2/24
Travelled around the Dalmatia Coast! Breathtaking scenery, amazing weather. We will return.
MC
Netherlands
Suzuki Swift
7/18/24 
SL
Czech Republic
Kia Rio
7/12/24 
DJ
Canada
Volkswagen Polo
6/3/24
Mediterranean sea was beautiful and so were the lakes at plitvice.
DO
Ireland
Volkswagen T-Roc
5/17/24
Traveling from North of the country to the south discovering the amazing coastline was amazing. The water and scenery were second to none and I have been recommending Croatia as a destination worth visiting since my return to home country
AP
Netherlands
Suzuki S-Cross
5/9/24
We have been to National Parks like Krka and Plitvice. We have been to cities like Zadar, Split and Dubrovnik. We have also been to Brac Island. Driving in Dubrovnik and the ferry was a little challenging but overall it was nice trip
VG
Australia
Renault Captur
5/4/24
Zip lining in beautiful OMIS was amazing as was the scenic drive to Mostar and then Dubrovnik
HO
Netherlands
Kia Picanto
4/29/24
Krka waterfalls were beautiiful!
JN
Croatia
Peugeot 108
11/28/23
good
LZ
Sweden
Peugeot 208
10/26/23
Great hall, wonderful nature, stunning historical places, noteworthy architecture and communication with residents and service staff is very pleasant without OKMob.
DC
New Zealand
Volkswagen Polo
10/15/23
We went to Croatia for the rock climbing and history. Both exceeded our expectations.
MB
Canada
Opel Crossland
9/20/23
Drove almost 900 km and having a car really allowed us to get to some great places including Plitzvice Lakes and Pula/Rovinj
LD
Belgium
Opel Astra STW
9/17/23
Used the car for a transport to a rafting trip and mostly for doing groceries or going to some restaurants or beaches.
GN
United Kingdom
Volkswagen T-Roc
8/23/23
Drove through rural Croatia to lots of little coves and beaches. Croatia is utterly beautiful..
JN
Canada
Volkswagen Golf
8/17/23
Croatia coast is awesome.
Beach , food , sun , I would come back anytime.
PM
Estonia
Opel Corsa
8/10/23
National park, Boat trip, museums, amusement park etc... Lots to do and with a car much better options to plan and visit those destinations
SH
Poland
Citroen C3
8/8/23 
JW
Netherlands
Volkswagen Golf
7/27/23
We had to pay an extra fee when picking up the car,
Because our flight was delayed en pickup time had passed.
AF
United Kingdom
Peugeot 208
7/23/23
Beaches, boat trip, evenings out
IJ
Romania
Fiat 500
7/16/23
They gave us a new car. Rented for Croatia but could use the car for visiting Montenegro as well.
PB
United Kingdom
Volkswagen T-Cross
7/4/23
Everything was amazing
AM
United Kingdom
Opel Corsa
6/28/23
We visited the Krka National Park - highly recommend. The 5 islands blue cave speedboat tour by Sugaman Tours was amazing and well worth the money. Trogir Old Town has a great steakhouse restaurant called Cut Steakhouse - highly recommend :)
FS
Canada
Opel Crossland
6/9/23
The delicious seafood restaurants and nice beaches.The people are friendly and Croatia is such beautiful country.
KV
Finland
Peugeot 208
6/1/23
Off-season was perfect. Nice weather and not much people. Traffic is relaxed and polite. The roads are easily jammed - can't even imagine what it would be in the high season...
KU
Latvia
Opel Mokka
5/20/23
Weather was awful but we drove out to the hills around Split
DO
United Kingdom
Volkswagen Up
5/10/23
Nice
JK
United Kingdom
Toyota Agya
4/9/23
Croatia needed to a car to see all the amazing places - Krka, Dubrovnik and Plitvice
MC
Sweden
Opel Corsa
2/8/23
Funeral of close person
SF
France
VW Polo
11/9/22
beautiful land and landscapes/people generally friendly / food ok / but concerns about payments in the restaurants (no CB or no cash in euro !!) // parking-tolls horribly high in Dubrovnik
DS
Canada
Opel Corsa
11/7/22
Great service from a Croatian national company. Impressed
NP
Norway
Opel Corsa
8/24/22
Business trip
DZ
Cyprus
Opel Corsa
8/22/22 
SS
India
VW T-Roc
8/21/22
We had taken the car from Split to Zagreb in Croatia - travelling through Zadar & Plitvice National Park.
SL
United States of America (USA)
Volkswagen Up
8/11/22
Croatia is a great place to rent a car so you can hit all the national parks and amazing sights in the north while being located in a place like Split, Croatia.
SL
Denmark
VW Up
8/3/22
I drove up the coast, so i didn’t have time in Split. But i loved driving in Croatia. Easy to find parking in every city.
IV
Croatia
Opel Corsa
1/20/22
Fantastic, quick and good value
JR
Finland
BMW 2 Series Gran Tourer 5+2
10/26/21
Nice places: Krka, Plitvice and all old towns for example in Trogir, Sibenik and Split.
NR
France
Skoda Fabia
10/21/21
Split is the place unlike any other - spilling out of a Roman imperial palace, showing at every corner the flow of history from Emperor Diocletian to Tito and beyond. Vibrant, lively, original.
LB
United States of America (USA)
Ford Custom Tourneo
9/13/21
Split and Sarajevo are beautiful cities. The drive between the two was lovely, great way to see the balkan countries.
MB
Poland
Opel Astra STW
8/18/21
take the car and go to the islands: Brac, Corcula, Hvar etc
DS
Denmark
Renault Clio
9/15/20
Nice city
AD
United Kingdom
Suzuki Celerio
7/16/20
Lovely country ..friendly people...great scenery..Clean beaches.fantastic food....All round fantastic holiday.....We will be back.
TZ
Switzerland
Fiat 500
10/23/19
While renting a car is not an absolute must if you're going for a short trip in the area, I would definitely recommend it! It gives you much more freedom in exploring the area, independently of the public transit schedule.
TJ
United Kingdom
Ford Focus
10/2/19
Lots to see and do.Trogir very busy but worth visit . Food and wine simple but good quality
JD
United Kingdom
Opel Vivaro
9/16/19
If visiting outside of Split and down the coast, definitely get a car. In just split, I wouldn't bother!
AM
United Kingdom
Volkswagen Up 3d
8/28/19
Waterfalls good. Trogir lovely. Split old town definitely worth a trip. Roads narrow so better with smaller car.
DG
Ireland
Peugeot Partner 5+2
7/26/19
take some time to book one of the many island trips, so many beautiful places to visit not just on the main land
TP
United Kingdom
Skoda Fabia
7/6/19
Croatia is a lovely country. I would highly recommend it as a holiday destination.
Car Rental Statistics
Highest-rated company
Last Minute Rent a Car
9 / 10
Lowest-rated company
United Rent A Car
5.6 / 10
Total number of reviews
152
Total rental companies
28
Average daily price
$14.39
Lowest daily price
$3.67
Total cars available
1246
Top 28 suppliers in Split in 2024
Last Minute Rent a Car
3 locations
$13 - $146
Active rent a car
2 locations
$17 - $226
Flizzr
2 locations
$16 - $47
Oryx
2 locations
$16 - $47
RightCars
2 locations
$12 - $174
Sicily By Car
2 locations
$12 - $83
Enterprise
2 locations
$12 - $163
PRESTIGIO Rent a Car
2 locations
$11 - $112
Autowill
1 location
$23 - $565
Dollar
3 locations
$50 - $319
AddCar
1 location
$10 - $60
Alamo
1 location
$15 - $157
SIXT
2 locations
$18 - $79
Ok Mobility
1 location
$4 - $62
Keddy
1 location
$11 - $131
Thrifty
3 locations
$50 - $320
Autounion
1 location
$4 - $15
NUCarrentals
3 locations
$18 - $183
Carwiz
2 locations
$6 - $48
Europcar
1 location
$37 - $132
Garage Nr1
1 location
$8 - $38
Avia Rent A Car
1 location
$6 - $65
North Car Rental
1 location
$453
Mack
5 locations
$453
GreenMotion
2 locations
$453
Surprice
1 location
$8 - $638
Goldcar
1 location
$6 - $17
United Rent A Car
1 location
$6 - $106
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