Car Rental in Rome
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Cheapest Car Rental Rates
Rome Airport Fiumicino
Economy
Fiat Panda
or similar
$1.95
per day
Rome Airport Fiumicino
Mini
Fiat Panda
or similar
$2.65
per day
Rome Airport Fiumicino
Compact
Skoda Fabia
or similar
$3.83
per day
Rome Airport Fiumicino
Mini Elite
Fiat Panda
or similar
$4.87
per day
Most Popular Car Rental Deals
Rome Airport Fiumicino
Economy Elite
Audi A1
or similar
$6.78
per day
Rome Airport Fiumicino
Intermediate
Opel Astra
or similar
$7.66
per day
Rome Airport Fiumicino
Full-size SUV
Jeep Compass
or similar
$10.28
per day
Rome Airport Fiumicino
Compact Elite
Volkswagen Polo
or similar
$13.57
per day
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 12:40 AM on 11/20/24. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
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Travel Information
Languages
Italian
Currency
EUR
Drive on
Right-hand side
Country code
+39
Average car rental price
$6 per day
Average car rental length
7 days
Speed limit within town
50 - 70 km/h or 31 - 43 mph
Speed limit out of town
90 - 130 km/h or 56 - 81 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.05%
Average gas price
$1.85 per liter or $7.02 per gallon
Lowest gas price
$1.69 per liter or $6.38 per gallon
Highest gas price
$2.00 per liter or $7.58 per gallon
Why rent a car in Rome?
Rome is a great place to rent a car and begin exploring Italy. Having your own ride will allow you to explore the country’s beaches, hilltop towns, ancient ruins, and naturalareas.
One-Way Car Rentals in Rome
The most popular one-way rental options for pick up in Rome and drop off in another city include:
- From Rome to Milan - 452 offers from $6.45 per day
- From Rome to Bergamo - 232 offers from $6.45 per day
- From Rome to Naples - 438 offers from $19.02 per day
- From Rome to Pisa - 295 offers from $6.45 per day
- From Rome to Bari - 314 offers from $19.02 per day
Top ways to enter Rome
- Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO): One of the busiest in Europe, Fiumicino serves more than 40 million passengers every year and has connections to and from destinations around the world.
- Rome Ciampino Airport (CIA): Rome’s second airport is currently served by only two airlines, Ryanair and Wizz Air, but they offer flights to and from more than 40 different destinations.
- Naples Airport (NAP): Flying to the large and modern Naples Airport is another way to reach Rome. It’s about 225 km (140 mi) away.
- By Rail: If you’re arriving in Rome by train, you can conveniently pick up a rental car at the Rome Termini train station.
City facts
- The metropolitan population of Rome is more than 4,000,000 people, making it one of the largest capitals in Europe.
- The warmest month is Rome is August when the average temperature is 24.5 °C (76.1 °F), with daily highs often much warmer. Even during the winter months the average temperature rarely drops below 5 °C (41 °F).
Top sights and activities
- The Colosseum. Perhaps the most famous landmark of the city, the Colosseum is the symbol of the Ancient Rome. Other places of similar historic significance include ruins of the Flavian Palace, the Pantheon, and the Baths of Caracalla.
- The Churches. Rome has some of the most impressive religious buildings in the world, including the St. Peter’s Basilica, Santa Maria Maggiore, and San Giovanni.
- The Vatican Museums. The Vatican City, an independent city-state completely surrounded by Rome, is one of the most popular attractions for visitors to the Eternal City. Offering more than just a chance of catching a glimpse of the Pope, the Holy See is also home to many fascinating museums. Attractions include the stunning Sistine Chapel and Raphael Rooms, but also the Vatican Historical Museum and Collection of Modern Religious Art.
- National Etruscan Museum. Predating even the Latin-speaking Ancient Romans, Etruscans were a mysterious and highly influential culture that inhabited early Rome. While not much is known about them — even their language has not been deciphered — they left behind a vast amount of fascinating art. Many of the vases, sarcophagi, and inscribed golden plates can now be seen in the Etruscan Museum located inside the beautiful Villa Giulia building.
- Galleria Borghese. Located just a stone’s throw away from the Etruscan Museum, the Borghese Gallery is one of the many impressive art spaces of Rome. The museum has an impressive collection of artworks, not least by such masters as Raphael, Titian, Caravaggio, and Rubens. If you’re craving more art, another nearby attraction is the National Gallery of Modern Art.
Traffic and parking
- The speed limit in cities is 50 km/h, although in certain areas the speed limit may be reduced to 30 km/h.
- Main highways are limited to 130 km/h, non-major highways to 110 km/h, and local roads to 90 km/h. During the rain the limits are respectively lowered to 110 km/h, 100 km/h, and 80 km/h. The general speed limit is lowered to 50 km/h during heavy fog or other cases of bad visibility.
- The speed limit on the Autostrada (toll road) is 130 km/h, reduced to 110 km/h if it’s raining. The speed limit on highways ranges from 90-110 km/h.
- 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 driver’s license and International Driving Permit (if required for you)passport or ID card with you at all times.
- The legal alcohol limit is 0.05% for experienced drivers and 0.00% for novice drivers. Being over the allowed limit can result in hefty fines. and even imprisonment.
- The emergency number, like elsewhere in the EU, is 112.
- If you need to park in Rome, it’s easiest to park outside of the historic center and walk or take public transport or a taxi. There are many attended parking garages, or you can look for street parking. Blue lines on the street indicate pay parking - pay at the machine and display your ticket on your dash. Or, the parking app indicated on the machine.
- Be careful not to enter the ZTL (zona traffico limitato - limited traffic zone) if you don’t have permission.
Toll roads
There are numerous toll roads in Italy. The exact fee depends on the route of your choice and the type of vehicle. See the official Italian toll road website for more information. Use the website’s toll road calculator to find out exactly how much you’ll have to pay for using the toll roads on your planned route.
Ideas for day trips
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The Beach. Rome is not usually thought of as a beach destination, but the Tyrrhenian Sea is only 24 km (15 mi) from the city center. Lido di Ostia is a fun and popular destination, and Santa Marinella further to the north and Anzio to the south offer good alternatives.
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Nature Areas. The Marcigliana Nature Reserve is just east of the city, the Bracciano Martignano Nature Park is a bit further north, and even the mountainous and wild Monti Navegna and Cervia Nature Reserve can be reached in an hour and a half.
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Tivoli. A scenic town in Lazio Province, Tivoli is one of the best day-trip destinations near Rome. Located in the Sabine Hills and offering impressive views of the land below, Tivoli is best known for its impressive villas. Villa Adriana was once the holiday home of Emperor Hadrian and has been called the largest Roman villa that has survived to the modern period. Meanwhile, some 1,500 years younger, but no less impressive, Villa d’Este attracts visitors with its beautiful fountains, frescoes, and gardens. The drive from Rome takes only about 45 minutes.
Most popular cars
The most popular rental car in Italy is the Fiat Panda, but travelers also love the Ford Fiesta and the Fiat 500. The most popular rental car type is economy, followed by mini and compact.
Further destinations
- Naples. The birthplace of not just pizza but also various architectural and artistic wonders, Naples has countless stories to tell. Home to the largest historical city center in Europe, the city is steeped in culture but is also brimming with energy, offering an even more raw and unfiltered urban version compared to Rome. Located 225 km (140 miles) south of the Italian capital, it’ll take about 2 hours and 30 minutes to reach.
- Bari. Located even further south than Naples, Bari is the other metropolis of Southern Italy. It also attracts thousands of visitors every year. Situated on the Adriatic Sea and offering a lovely mix of history and plenty of lovely beaches up and down the coast, Bari is the capital of Apulia, one of the most interesting regions in the country. The drive from Rome takes about five hours, with plenty of exciting potential detours on the way.
- Florence. If there is one city in Italy that can match the sophisticated opulence of Rome, it is the capital of Tuscany. The birthplace of the Renaissance is known for its distinctive architecture and countless museums, but also the bucolic vineyards and countryside of Florence that surrounds it. Located 280 km (175 miles) north of Rome, Florence can be reached in about 3 hours and 30 minutes by car.
For more about traveling around Italy with a rental car, check out our complete guide
Car rental prices in Rome
- Convertibles - from $13 per day
- Station wagons - from $8 per day
- Large cars - from $8 per day
- Medium cars - from $4 per day
- Vans - from $15 per day
- Premium cars - from $33 per day
- Small cars - from $2 per day
- SUVs - from $6 per day
Money-saving and other tips
There are many things you can do to get a good rental deal in Rome:
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Compare rates of different rental car providers
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Book your rental car well in advance
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Know your fuel and mileage requirements
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Visit during low seasons - outside of summer months and major holidays (like Easter, Ferragosto, Christmas).
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Explore pickup locations. A nearby town that’s reached easily by train may have a better rate.
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Don’t rent a car for time you’ll spend in cities. It will just sit in a parking lot or garage (and you’ll need to pay for parking!).
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Look into renting ‘open jaw’ - pick up your car in one destination and drop it off in another. While you will likely need to pay a supplement for your car rental, you’ll save money on gas and tolls and you’ll save precious vacation time!
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Visit on the month when the rental prices are the cheapest. According to our data, visiting Rome is the cheapest in February when renting a car is about 43% cheaper than the yearly average.
Fact checked by
Candice Criscione
This article was reviewed and updated by Candice Criscione who has been helping travelers visit Italy since 2004. Her experience living, working (as a guide and professor), and traveling throughout the country gives her an insider’s perspective on bella Italia. She lives in Tuscany and spends her days helping people plan their dream vacations to Italy, cycling, and running after her three boys! You can find her online at Mom in Italy and The Tuscan Mom, on Facebook (Italy Travel Advice and Mom in Italy - Travel in Italy with Kids), and on Pinterest (Mom in Italy).
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Map of Car Rental Locations
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Rome?
Car rental prices in Rome 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 Rome
The cheapest month to rent a car in Rome is January (when prices average $14.60 per day). This is 41% cheaper than the yearly average and 58% cheaper than renting in July (when prices average $34.57).
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 Rome?
How long travelers keep their rental cars for varies from month to month: in July, the average renter keeps their car for 9 days, and in January, they keep their car for 7 days.
Average number of rental days in Rome
What's the most popular month to rent a car in Rome?
Based on the number of searches by our customers, the most popular month for renting a car in Rome is August, and the least popular is January.
Monthly searches in Rome by pick-up date relative to the average
Car rental information
| Car rental locations | 50 |
| Airport locations | 2 |
| Popular suppliers | RentalPlus, RentSmart24, GaldieriRent, Italy Car Rent, Drivalia |
| Popular car categories | Small cars, Medium cars, SUVs, Large cars |
| Lowest price | $2 per day |
| Cheapest supplier | EuropaRent |
Most popular car models of rental suppliers
| Rental Supplier | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Goldcar | Fiat Panda | 3 | 2 | Small cars |
| RentalPlus | Ford Puma | 4 | 3 | Medium cars |
| RentSmart24 | Fiat 500 | 3 | 1 | Small cars |
| RentalPlus | Fiat 500 | 3 | 1 | Small cars |
| Centauro | Fiat 500 | 3 | 1 | Small cars |
| GaldieriRent | Fiat 500X | 5 | 2 | SUVs |
| RentalPlus | Fiat 500X | 5 | 3 | Medium cars |
| RentalPlus | Toyota C-HR | 5 | 3 | Large cars |
| RentalPlus | Fiat Panda | 5 | 1 | Medium cars |
| Drivalia | Fiat 500 | 3 | 1 | Small cars |
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.
KF
Finland
Lancia Ypsilon
11/12/24
Tuscania has so many amazing sites! Etruscan and Roman ruins, wonderful food, beautiful and very green nature, freshwater lakes and hill scenery. You need to get around in your car to out-of-the-way places.
SR
Romania
Skoda Karoq
11/2/24 
CG
United Kingdom
Fiat 500
10/23/24 
EI
Netherlands
Fiat Tipo
10/20/24
We visit fantastic Roma but also beautiful town of Bracciano with a amizing booking on "Casa Silvia".
TF
Australia
Ford Puma
10/20/24
It was good having the car to see my home town Frosolone.
AN
Netherlands
Fiat 500X
10/17/24
Rome is very beautyfull. So much to see. The weather was perfect!!
It was a surprise weekend from me and my brother for our father.
We had an amazing time with eachother, making memories.
JG
United States of America (USA)
Peugeot 308 STW
10/12/24
We drove from Rome to Arezzo with an overnight stay in a castle in Perugia. From our villa we did day trips to see Tuscany and its beauty
LC
Italy
Fiat Panda
10/9/24
We were able to explore areas that we otherwise would not have been able to access with the car. The road tolls are very expensive, but it was a good trip.
AG
Italy
Fiat 500
10/6/24
I live in Rome but needed this car just to go home change clothes in my suitcase and leave for another destination.
It was way cheaper than taxi!
AG
United States of America (USA)
Volkswagen T-Roc
10/4/24
Visited Umbria, car was a must. Very beautiful country.
AW
United States of America (USA)
Alfa Romeo Stelvio
10/2/24
We had two weeks in Italy. First few days was in Tuscany for a destination wedding. Lot of pick up and drop off so the car, Volvo, was perfect. When in Italy, buy the full coverage. You’ll regret if you don’t. It’s too easy to get dings and scrapes.
JT
United Kingdom
Fiat 500
9/30/24 
TT
Estonia
Fiat Panda
9/22/24
All good
DB
United States of America (USA)
Renault Clio
9/19/24
EXCELLENT. SHOULD HAVE SPENT MORE TIME IN ROME.
AG
Ukraine
Kia Picanto
9/18/24
Went to Rome.
PL
United Kingdom
Seat Ibiza
9/10/24 
NK
Turkey
Ford Transit
8/28/24
Exploring Italy by car was wonderful 
SD
Poland
Fiat Panda
8/27/24 
PP
Poland
Fiat 500X
8/22/24
Northern Lazio, especially the small towns, are beautiful and worth visiting! Polite people, great cuisine, you can come back forever.
KM
United States of America (USA)
Volkswagen T-Roc
8/16/24 
DH
Denmark
Volkswagen Golf
8/9/24
Love Rome and Napoli
DK
United Kingdom
Skoda Fabia
8/8/24 
JH
Canada
Fiat 500X
8/6/24
Miramalfi Hotel in Amalfi was amazing. Spectacular views! Also stayed at Adler spa in Tuscany which was fantastic.
ED
Canada
Peugeot 308 SW Estate
8/4/24
Family visit
MS
Canada
Fiat 500X
7/31/24
The car went all places
MM
Canada
Volkswagen Golf
7/31/24
Friendly staff, no wait times and great prices.
NL
Ireland
Volkswagen Golf
7/2/24
We did a tour of southern Italy then up the Almalfi and on to Tuscany. Dropped the car off in Florence. Loved it all, especially the south!
FS
United States of America (USA)
Renault Clio
6/25/24
Nature and good foods
MM
Netherlands
Fiat Panda
6/17/24
Road trip
RR
Serbia
Fiat Panda
6/17/24 
JI
Canada
Seat Ibiza
6/12/24
Spent time in Umbria watching granddaughter playing soccer, travelled north to spend time exploring Emilia-Romagna, then south to Tuscany to tour the numerous sites in that popular region. Last few days near Rome on Lake Bracciano. Always a great time in Italia.
DC
United States of America (USA)
Ford Fiesta
6/12/24
Great car. Perfect for us!!! Had no issues using Centauro Car Rental. All good.
JS
United States of America (USA)
Jeep Renegade
6/12/24
Food, cafe, wine, and 3 stays were all excellent - Ischia, Montaione and Sirmione.
MM
Canada
Volkswagen T-Cross
6/11/24 
RD
Canada
Volkswagen T-Roc
6/9/24
Cycling in Tuscany should be on everyone’s bucket list. Don’t cycle in Rome, it’s a horribly unsafe environment.
AD
Australia
Renault Megane Grandtour
6/4/24
Mainly visited family and friends and explored some wonderful sites in Abruzzo & Le Marche
AH
United States of America (USA)
Peugeot 108
6/3/24
Driving through the Tuscany, especially the hills of the Chianti region was exactly as I had imagined. It was an experience I will never forget.
KP
Sweden
Toyota Aygo X
6/1/24
Beautiful Umbria! Interesting history and culture in Perugia and Assisi. Good restaurants especially Masolini and Lillo Tatini a Panicale!
AP
Netherlands
Volkswagen Golf
5/27/24
Beautiful Southern Italy, Amalfi coast and Puglia
PL
Canada
Volkswagen Tiguan
5/27/24
Italy is great place to visit. We were on a cycling trip and this one of the best places to ride. The food is awesome.
JP
Canada
Peugeot 208
5/26/24
Castello Serragiumenta in Cosenza, we attended a wedding. The property provides food for their land to the table. Dinner in the winery, lunch in front of the castle in their spectacular gardens. The service from all the employees and the owner herself are beyond words.
JB
United States of America (USA)
Fiat 500X
5/24/24
We keep an apartment in Umbria so we travel to Italy four times a year. This time we visited The Cinque Terra, Bologna, attended the bike race in Perugia, and toured multiple wineries. Being a gardener, I was overwhelmed by the burst of wild flowers this time of year.
FC
Canada
Citroen Berlingo
5/13/24
Best historical visits of my life!
AB
Canada
Renault Clio
5/10/24
Trip to the family home in Italy was made in order to attend a family wedding. Unfortunately the weather was much colder than usual with more rain than expected. The wedding was fantastic.
JC
United States of America (USA)
Fiat Panda
4/30/24
Traveling the south of Italy to several cities and towns. The car handled well and we spent more than two weeks without any problem with the car.
GP
India
Jeep Renegade
4/28/24 
SH
Canada
Citro?n C3 Aircross
4/24/24 
RS
Lithuania
Renault Clio
4/17/24
Great nature, people and food.
GW
United States of America (USA)
Kia Sportage
4/16/24
Trip was wonderful! Thank you!
AC
United States of America (USA)
Volkswagen T-Cross
4/9/24
Drove to and explored my native Calabria. Great family, natural beauty and food.
Car Rental Statistics
Highest-rated company
Locauto
8.9 / 10
Lowest-rated company
Surprice
5.5 / 10
Total number of reviews
350
Total rental companies
48
Average daily price
$6.45
Lowest daily price
$1.95
Total cars available
4769
Top 48 suppliers in Rome in 2024
Locauto
9 locations
$13 - $173
Centauro
2 locations
$3 - $41
Enterprise
9 locations
$12 - $132
Welcome Cars
1 location
$6 - $17
Hertz
19 locations
$21 - $47
RentalPlus
2 locations
$4 - $679
Alamo
5 locations
$15 - $119
Vivarent
3 locations
$8 - $166
Dollar
26 locations
$21 - $30
Felirent
2 locations
$5 - $898
Thrifty
21 locations
$22 - $47
WheeGo
1 location
$10 - $15
U-Save
3 locations
$11 - $245
National
5 locations
$21 - $130
GreenMotion
3 locations
$4 - $11
RentSmart24
2 locations
$4 - $146
Flizzr
4 locations
$20 - $72
Flexways
1 location
$12 - $21
Sicily By Car
5 locations
$10 - $99
Target Rent
2 locations
$5 - $16
SIXT
7 locations
$22 - $599
Rhrent
1 location
$22 - $599
Goldcar
2 locations
$3 - $8
Key'n Go
1 location
$25 - $32
OTOQ
1 location
$23 - $566
Europcar
12 locations
$18 - $290
Italy Car Rent
2 locations
$5 - $159
EuropaRent
2 locations
$2 - $78
Optimo Rent
2 locations
$4 - $20
Maggiore
12 locations
$17 - $126
ACARENT
1 location
$17 - $126
GaldieriRent
2 locations
$5 - $167
Autovia
3 locations
$10 - $182
WAYCAR
1 location
$9 - $55
Avis
16 locations
$23 - $137
Moventur
1 location
$18 - $267
Keddy
12 locations
$15 - $55
Drivalia
14 locations
$12 - $154
Firefly
2 locations
$12 - $154
Rent4U
4 locations
$14 - $105
Ecovia
3 locations
$10 - $298
Record-go
1 location
$3 - $32
C RENT
1 location
$5 - $137
Ok Mobility
3 locations
$4 - $73
Budget
10 locations
$18 - $130
Noleggiare
5 locations
$8 - $1,396
Rental4leisure
1 location
$8 - $115
Surprice
2 locations
$6 - $55
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