Car hire in Bologna, Italy

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These are the lowest Bologna car hire prices we found over the next 30 days and are subject to change.

When's the cheapest time to hire a car in Bologna?

Our data shows that November is the cheapest month to rent a car in Bologna. It’s around 52 € per day in November, compared to the yearly average of 79 € per day.
Cheapest month avgNovember • 52 €
Yearly avg price79 €

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There are 77 car hire providers in Bologna. Check out the map below to find the most convenient pick-up spot.

Car hire pick-up spots in Bologna

Compare car hire prices at airports, train stations and in different neighbourhoods across Bologna. You might find a better price, or the perfect pick-up point nearby. Start your journey where it suits you.
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These are estimated prices to help you choose from a large number of options. Each is an average based on the lowest car rental prices found for each destination over the last 15 days.

The most popular car rental companies in Bologna

ECH
U-Save
Last Minute Rent
Galdieri Rent
Target
Carwiz

What's the most popular car to hire in Bologna?

Based on recent Skyscanner data, the Fiat Panda is the most popular car to hire in Bologna, with prices starting from 6 € per day. The Fiat 500 and similar models are also popular drives in Bologna.
Fiat Panda
Fiat Panda19% chose this
Fiat 500
Fiat 5008% chose this
Citroen C3
Citroen C34% chose this
Toyota Aygo
Toyota Aygo4% chose this
Most popular carFiat Panda
Why?Small, practical, easy to park

Bologna's cheapest car hire providers

U-Save has the cheapest car hire in Bologna right now, with prices from 6 € per day. You'll save an average of 6 € per day when you book with them.
U-Savefrom 6 € per day
addCarfrom 6 € per day
Easy Car Rentalfrom 10 € per day
ECHfrom 13 € per day
Cheapest providerU-Save
Book with them to save around6 € per day

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Hiring a car in Bologna: Fast facts

Here's everything you need to know to hit the road happy.
Most popular car hire companyECH
Most popular carLarge, fullsize passenger van
Average daily price381 €
Best time to book1 week before

How to book the best car rental deals in Bologna

We’re frequently named as the most trusted travel search site out there. We scan hundreds of trusted travel providers and put it all in one place, allowing you to instantly compare car hire rates and then book with no fees. Here's how to get the most out of your Bologna car rental search.

Book now, cancel later

We clearly highlight car and van hire options in Bologna that have free cancellation. So you can bag the best deal with total flexibility to change your plans if you need to.

Rent a car in Bologna for a whole month

Want to hire a car for almost a month? Often, car rental companies in Bologna avoid costly admin in between pick-ups by hiring out cars for longer periods. So see if monthly car hire is cheaper than the three weeks you need it for by selecting 30 days.

Compare fuel policies

To save money on topping up the tank as you take off in Bologna, look out for deals with a 'full to full' fuel policy, as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

Skip the queues

We call out keyless pick-up when you search for cars with us. No keys to pick up, means no queues. Just turn up at your preferred Bologna car hire location, hop in and hit the road.

Frequently asked questions

The average car hire cost in Bologna is 381 € per day or 2.288 € for a seven-day rental. If you're looking for a cheap deal, the lowest price we found is 6 € per day for Small hire from Vrooem. Need a specific type of car? Here's how prices compare:
Economy
Average price: 165 € per day.
Cheapest price found: 6 € per day.
SUV
Average price: 205 € per day.
Cheapest price found: 7 € per day.
Premium/Luxury
Average price: 226 € per day.
Cheapest price found: 23 € per day.
The cheapest car to rent in Bologna is Small, economy. The most popular is Large, fullsize passenger van.
The cheapest car hire companies in Bologna are currently U-Save and ECH.
Bagging the best car hire deal depends on when you book  – often, it pays to book your wheels as far in advance as possible. But according to our data, the cheapest month to rent a car in Bologna is currently November.
On average, around 2.288 €. But the best price we found for car hire for a week in Bologna is 39 €.
Based on everything we know about daily prices, the average cost to hire a car in Bologna for a whole month is 4.284 €. 

But sometimes, you'll get a discount for booking a whole month instead of 3 and a half weeks. So play with your dates to find the best deals!
If you're looking for freedom to explore Bologna, choose a car with unlimited mileage, or look for car hire deals with a ’full to full' fuel policy as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

We also clearly highlight car and van hire options in Bologna that have free cancellation
If you've booked car hire with free cancellation, you can usually cancel or change your booking without paying a fee. The deadline depends on the car hire company, but it's typically around 48 hours before pick-up. If you cancel after that, you may be charged. If your booking doesn't include free cancellation, you'll need to check the car hire company's cancellation policy. Depending on when you cancel, you might have to pay a fee or you won't get a refund.
Yes. Most car hire companies in Bologna offer same-day car hire. If you're looking for last-minute car hire in Bologna, search for today's date on Skyscanner to compare what's available.
The best time to book car hire in Bologna is usually as early as you can. Booking ahead often means cheaper prices and more cars to choose from. You can sometimes find a good last-minute deal, but it's never guaranteed and availability is often more limited.
A good deal for car hire in Bologna is usually around 285 € per day or less. That's about 25% cheaper than the average price in Bologna, which is 381 € per day. The cheapest price we found in Bologna is 6 € per day with Vrooem for Small car hire.
It depends on the car hire company. Some companies in Bologna will let you drive your hire car abroad, often for an extra fee, while others don't allow it. If you're planning to cross a border, check with the car hire company before you travel. Driving your hire car abroad without permission could invalidate your insurance or break the terms of your rental agreement.
It depends on the car hire company. Some accept debit cards, others require a credit card. Either way, you'll need enough money on your card to cover a security deposit which you'll get back when you return the car.
Electric cars aren't currently available to hire in Bologna. More electric cars are becoming available, so that could change in the future. If you're still looking for a lower-emission option, you can compare hybrid cars on Skyscanner.
Yes – you can easily find car hire companies that allow you to pick up your car in one place, and then drop it off in another. Just select ‘Return car to a different location’ when you search with us.
Public transport can only get you so far, and could be tricky to navigate with children or luggage. With your own set of wheels, you can go wherever you want, whenever you want, for as long as you want. And you'll be able to discover more outside of Bologna.
Yes, you can hire a car in Bologna from the age of 21. You'll need a valid driving licence and the usual ID. If you're under 25, you might need to pay a young driver fee, and some car hire companies only let you book certain types of car. When you search on Skyscanner, just enter your age and we'll show you the options available.
The cheapest price we found for an economy car is 6 € per day. The average price per day is around 165 €.
Of course. Most major car hire companies like ECH, U-Save and Last Minute Rent offer baby and child seats as an add-on when you book.
The best car hire company depends on what's most important to you. If customer ratings are your priority, here are some of the highest-rated car hire companies in Bologna, based on Skyscanner reviews. We've also included their average daily prices to help you compare your options.
Surprice
4.8/5 (from 1 reviews)
Average daily price: 391 €
Locauto
4.8/5 (from 1 reviews)
Average daily price: 181 €
Goldcar
4.8/5 (from 1 reviews)
Average daily price: 104 €
You don't have to get it, but it's worth thinking about. In Bologna, the excess (what you pay if the car gets damaged or stolen) ranges from 750 € to 3.050 € depending on who you book with. The cost of excess insurance also varies by car hire company. You can buy excess insurance separately, which is usually cheaper than buying it through the car hire company.
Large car hire — like the Renault Trafic Passenger — averages 381 € per day in Bologna. According to our data, the lowest price for Large car hire in Bologna right now is 26 € per day with Icaro.
Luxury car hire, like the SEAT Leon, costs an average of 226 € per day in Bologna. The cheapest price we could find is 23 € per day with addCar.
Medium car hire, which is usually something like the Fiat 500X, averages 144 € per day in Bologna. The cheapest price we found for Medium car hire in Bologna is 7 € per day with U-Save.
Most people hiring a car in Bologna book it for 7 days. If you're deciding how long to go for, here's what you can expect to pay on average:
1 day: 381 €
1 week: 2.288 €
2 weeks: 4.576 €
1 month: 4.284 €
If your travel dates are flexible, try changing the dates and number of days when you're comparing prices on Skyscanner. A few extra days can sometimes work out cheaper.
Yes. Most car hire companies in Bologna let you add an extra driver. You usually need to pay an additional driver fee which costs around 8 € per day. The good news is that some companies like ECH include it at no extra cost.
Yes – van hire is available in Bologna.