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Bucharest car rental experiences: the best tips from KAYAK users

Insights shared by verified travelers who rented a car in Bucharest 
DerekOct 2024
Don’t book a big car, because the streets are narrow is some places. If you can avoid it, don’t drive in Bucharest at peak traffic hours.
ChrisNov 2023
Make sure you get what you pay for

KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Bucharest

  • One major thing to look out for when driving in Romania is that drivers will pass you on the road at any given moment. This may be particularly surprising and even worrisome for drivers from other nations as they won’t expect it to happen. In fact, overtaking other cars even during a turn is simply the norm in Romania, so just stay wary and drive defensively.
  • Hoping to embark on a road trip during your time Romania? Well, an easy to start to that is to pick up a hire car at Bucharest Henri Coandă International Airport. Visitors will find the airport’s hire car counters in the passageway between the Arrivals Terminal and the Departure Terminal.
  • Your hazard lights will be your friend while in Romania. Drivers in Bucharest and Romania as a whole use their hazard lights for a number of purposes when driving. For instance, often they will give them a quick flash to say thanks to another driver in place of a wave. Additionally, they are occasionally used when slowing down on the highway in place of a turn signal to show drivers behind that they plan to turn onto a smaller road.
  • Bucharest, like so many other cities in the world, is unfortunately afflicted with daily rush hours. Drivers can usually expect to encounter the morning rush hour from 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., while the afternoon rush starts around 3:00 p.m. and lasts till 7:00 p.m.
  • 25% of our users found rental cars in Bucharest for AED 23 or less
  • Book your rental car in Bucharest at least 3 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Economy rental cars in Bucharest are around 86% cheaper than other car types, on average
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FAQs about renting a car in Bucharest

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Bucharest?

    By far the most common type of car in Bucharest is a compact hatchback or sedan, so if fitting in is the goal then those are the two best options. However, the streets of Bucharest are more than large enough to serve a wide range of vehicles sizes. So, even if neither of those two vehicle types suit you, there are still plenty of viable car types to choose from.

  • What’s the speed limit in Bucharest?

    Speed limits in Bucharest start off at around 50 km/h (31 mph) in urban and residential areas and move up to 90 to 100 km/h (56 to 62 mph) on expressways and rural roads. For the fastest of highways the speed limit bumps up again to 130 km/h (81 mph).

  • Where are the best places to park in Bucharest?

    Looking forward to checking out the historic areas of Bucharest? Well, if you plan on driving there, it may be best to park in a nearby garage and walk from there, as there is often limited parking in the historic areas of the city. There are streetside parking spaces available, but they often fill up fast.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Bucharest?

    On average a rental car in Bucharest costs AED 38 per day.

  • How much is the price of fuel in Bucharest?

    The average price of fuel in Bucharest is AED 21.38 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between AED 257 and AED 342, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular car hire in Bucharest?

    Economy (Class Economy SUV or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Bucharest.

  • Which car rental companies are at Otopeni Intl airport (OTP)?

    Car rental companies onsite at Otopeni Intl airport include Pricecarz and Direct Rent.

  • Which car rental companies are at Baneasa airport (BBU)?

    Car rental companies onsite at Baneasa airport include Pricecarz and Direct Rent.

  • Which car rental companies will pick you up at Otopeni Intl airport (OTP)?

    The only car rental company that offers shuttle or pick-up services from Otopeni Intl airport to off-airport locations is Direct Rent.

  • Which car rental companies will pick you up at Baneasa airport (BBU)?

    The only car rental company that offers shuttle or pick-up services from Baneasa airport to off-airport locations is Direct Rent.

  • How can I find car hires near me in Bucharest?

    Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.

  • How much does an Economy car hire cost in Bucharest?

    An Economy car hire in Bucharest costs AED 24 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Compact car hire cost in Bucharest?

    A Compact car hire in Bucharest costs AED 25 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Standard car hire cost in Bucharest?

    A Standard car hire in Bucharest costs AED 36 per day, on average.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car for a week in Bucharest?

    On average a car hire in Bucharest costs AED 268 per week (AED 38 per day).

  • How much does it cost to hire a car long term for a month in Bucharest?

    On average a car hire in Bucharest costs AED 1,149 per month (AED 38 per day).

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Bucharest car rental reviews and directory 
All ratings and reviews are collected from KAYAK users with a verified car rental booking. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.

Avis

10.0

Wonderful

Read 1 review

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

8.0

2 locations in Bucharest

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Locations in Bucharest

City Center, Grand Hotel

+40 720 111 602

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00
Saturday08:00 - 18:00
Sunday08:00 - 18:00

Henri Coanda (Otopeni) Airport

+40 722 636 591

Monday08:00 - 18:0000:00 - 01:00
Tuesday00:00 - 01:0008:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:0000:00 - 01:00
Thursday00:00 - 01:0008:00 - 18:00
Friday00:00 - 01:0008:00 - 18:00
Saturday08:00 - 18:0000:00 - 01:00
Sunday08:00 - 18:0000:00 - 01:00

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10.0 Wonderful

Derek, Oct 2024

Economy

KAYAK
Our check in attendant was friendly, helpful and thorough. We also got a nice upgrade.

1 out of 1

Budget

Cleanliness

7.0

Comfort

7.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.0

Value for money

7.0

2 locations in Bucharest

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Locations in Bucharest

City Center, Grand Hotel

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00
Saturday08:00 - 18:00
Sunday08:00 - 18:00

Henri Coanda (Otopeni) Airport

+40 722 636 591

Monday08:00 - 18:0000:00 - 01:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:0000:00 - 01:00
Wednesday00:00 - 01:0008:00 - 18:00
Thursday00:00 - 01:0008:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:0000:00 - 01:00
Saturday08:00 - 18:0000:00 - 01:00
Sunday00:00 - 01:0008:00 - 18:00

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2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Nov 2024

Compact

KAYAK
I had many problems regarding the driver and documentation needed. Nothing said this in the page.

1 out of 1

Hertz

6.0

Okay

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

9.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

4.0

2 locations in Bucharest

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Locations in Bucharest

2c Str. George Constantinescu

+40 21 407 8200

Monday09:00 - 17:30
Tuesday09:00 - 17:30
Wednesday09:00 - 17:30
Thursday09:00 - 17:30
Friday09:00 - 17:30

Calea Bucurestilor 224 E

+40 732 222 325

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00
Saturday08:00 - 18:00
Sunday08:00 - 18:00

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Sixt

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

5.9

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.4

Value for money

5.2

2 locations in Bucharest

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Calea Dorobanti 5-7

+40 21 9400

Monday10:30 - 18:00
Tuesday09:00 - 17:30
Wednesday09:00 - 17:30
Thursday09:00 - 17:30
Friday09:00 - 17:30

Calea Victoriei 63-81

+40 21 9400

Monday10:30 - 18:00
Tuesday09:00 - 17:30
Wednesday09:00 - 17:30
Thursday09:00 - 17:30
Friday09:00 - 17:30
Saturday09:00 - 17:30
Sunday09:00 - 17:30

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8.0 Very Good

Anna, Sep 2023

Compact

KAYAK
The service was very good at pickup , to drop the car took longer since there was only one person working

2.0 Poor

Marty, Sep 2022

KAYAK
I tried repeatedly to cancel my reservation but could not. Sadly the company is not giving a refund. Terrible experience

1 out of 2

NU Car

Cleanliness

5.0

Comfort

5.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

4.0

Value for money

5.0

One location in Bucharest

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Șoseaua București-Ploiești 40, 

+40 747 134 902

Monday00:00 - 01:00
Tuesday00:00 - 01:00
Wednesday00:00 - 01:00
Thursday00:00 - 01:00
Friday00:00 - 01:00
Saturday00:00 - 01:00
Sunday00:00 - 01:00

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Pricecarz

4.6

Cheapest deal
Most popular

Cleanliness

5.0

Comfort

5.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

4.3

Value for money

4.6

2 locations in Bucharest

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Locations in Bucharest

?oseaua Bucure?ti-Ploie?ti 40, Bucure?ti 013695, Romênia

Opening times not available

Aeroportul Henri Coanda, Calea Bucurestilor No.236, 075100, Otopeni, Bucharest

+40 751 934 934

Opening times not available

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2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Jun 2023

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
Ι canceled my reservation an hour after booking because my trip was canceled, I had to download the app to cancel it because it wasn't responding to the command of cancelation. 8 days after and I haven't received the refund for my payment yet...I ve send them an email regarding the issue,they told me to wait a bit longer, still waiting 😒

1 out of 1

Europcar

3.9

Poor

Cleanliness

5.9

Comfort

5.9

Pick-up/Drop-off

1.9

Value for money

1.9

2 locations in Bucharest

Locations in Bucharest

43 Polona St

+40 21 310 1797

Opening times not available

Bucharest Henri Coanda Intl. Apt

+40 21 201 4937

Opening times not available

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Payless

Cleanliness

4.7

Comfort

4.2

Pick-up/Drop-off

4.7

Value for money

3.9

2 locations in Bucharest

Locations in Bucharest

Calea Bucurestilor Nr.232

+40 732 905 000

Monday00:00 - 01:00
Tuesday00:00 - 01:00
Wednesday00:00 - 01:00
Thursday00:00 - 01:00
Friday00:00 - 01:00
Saturday00:00 - 01:00
Sunday00:00 - 01:00

Sos. Pipera Nr.26 Sector 1

Monday09:30 - 18:00
Tuesday09:30 - 18:00
Wednesday09:30 - 18:00
Thursday09:30 - 18:00
Friday09:30 - 18:00
Saturday09:30 - 18:00

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2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Jul 2024

Premium estate car

KAYAK
i coiuld not rent as they didnt accept american express

8.0 Very Good

Chris, Nov 2023

Premium estate car

KAYAK
Paid for a luxury vehicle- ended up getting issued a vehicle that was subpar.

Direct Rent

Cleanliness

3.0

Comfort

2.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

2.0

Value for money

2.0

3 locations in Bucharest

fromAED 33/day

Locations in Bucharest

44 Bulevardul Mircea Vodă

Opening times not available

Car Rental Area

Opening times not available

Fermei E Street, Otopeni, Ilfov

Opening times not available

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2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Oct 2023

Standard

KAYAK
Don't have an office at the airport. Nobody waiting. I called several times and Nobody answered. I have to rent a car from someone who has an office at the airport. I call after 11:30 PM Bucharest time on Sept. 9. 2023. I need a refund for this time.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Sep 2023

Premium SUV

KAYAK
Scam! They charged the full payment I made online in advance for absolutely nothing. And yet KAYAK.com doesn’t help at all. Worst experience ever!

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Aug 2023

People carrier

KAYAK
They charged extra for their own insurance $500 euro or we would have to put deposit of $3600 euros for a car with total value of $5000 euro car smelled dirty and had lots of stains

GREEN MOTION

2.0

Poor

Cleanliness

2.0

Comfort

2.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

2.0

Value for money

2.0

2 locations in Bucharest

Locations in Bucharest

Bucharest Henri Coanda Intl. Apt

0040 748 585 486

Opening times not available

Șoseaua Pipera 26

+40 748 585 486

Monday10:00 - 18:00
Tuesday10:00 - 18:00
Wednesday10:00 - 18:00
Thursday10:00 - 18:00
Friday10:00 - 18:00

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Autonom

10.0

Wonderful

Best rated

4 locations in Bucharest

Locations in Bucharest

2, Sos. Pipera - Tunari

Opening times not available

4, Bulevardul Nicolae Balcescu

Opening times not available

Bucharest Baneasa Airport

+40 721 442 266

Opening times not available

Str Gratioasa Nr6

Opening times not available

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Klass Wagen

10.0

Wonderful

One location in Bucharest

Locations in Bucharest

Bucharest Henri Coanda Otopeni Airport Calea Bucuestilor Str Nr 224 Ilfov county

+40 374 779 707

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00
Saturday08:00 - 18:00
Sunday08:00 - 18:00

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ADDCAR RENTAL

8.6

Very Good

6 locations in Bucharest

Locations in Bucharest

26, Soseaua Pipera

Opening times not available

Baneasa airport

+40 726 404 040

Opening times not available

Bucharest Downtown

Opening times not available

Soseaua Pipera nr.26 Sector 1

+40 736 733 514

Opening times not available

Str. Emil Racovita 29B, Voluntari Ilfiv

Opening times not available

Strada Ferme B Otopeni Rosu jud.Ilfov, Bucharest

Opening times not available

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SURPRICE CAR RENTAL

2.0

Poor

3 locations in Bucharest

Locations in Bucharest

Bucharest Downtown

Opening times not available

On The Arrival Terminal - In Terminal - Meet & Greet

+40 726 333 707

Opening times not available

Otopeni Airport On The Arrival Terminal - In Terminal - Meet & Greet

+40 726 333 707

Opening times not available

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Ace

2.0

Poor

One location in Bucharest

Locations in Bucharest

Blvd. Energeticienilor Nr 9E

+40 737 340 001

Monday00:00 - 01:00
Tuesday00:00 - 01:00
Wednesday00:00 - 01:00
Thursday00:00 - 01:00
Friday00:00 - 01:00
Saturday00:00 - 01:00
Sunday00:00 - 01:00

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Target Italy

8.0

Very Good

One location in Bucharest

Locations in Bucharest

Air Parking, Calea Bucurestilor 291 B, Otopeni

+40 747 134 902

Opening times not available

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Autounion Car Rental

7.4

Good

5 locations in Bucharest

Locations in Bucharest

Bucharest Downtown

Opening times not available

Bucharest Otopeni Hotel Delivery

+40 723 235 557

Monday09:30 - 18:00
Tuesday09:30 - 18:00
Wednesday09:30 - 18:00
Thursday09:30 - 18:00
Friday09:30 - 18:00
Saturday09:30 - 18:00

Representative at hotel reception

Opening times not available

str. Ferme B, nr.1, Otopeni

+40 731 750 750

Monday00:00 - 01:00
Tuesday00:00 - 01:00
Wednesday00:00 - 01:00
Thursday00:00 - 01:00
Friday00:00 - 01:00
Saturday00:00 - 01:00
Sunday00:00 - 01:00

Șoseaua Pipera 26

+40 723 235 557

Monday09:30 - 18:00
Tuesday09:30 - 18:00
Wednesday09:30 - 18:00
Thursday09:30 - 18:00
Friday09:30 - 18:00
Saturday09:30 - 18:00

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INTERRENT

6.6

Okay

One location in Bucharest

Locations in Bucharest

Bucharest Otopeni Airport

+40 749 010 205

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00
Saturday09:00 - 17:30
Sunday09:00 - 17:30

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keddy by Europcar

6.3

Okay

2 locations in Bucharest

Locations in Bucharest

17 Grigore Mora

+40 213 101 797

Opening times not available

Bulevardul Dacia 93, București 030167

+40 21 310 1797

Opening times not available

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Top Rent-A-Car

6.0

Okay

One location in Bucharest

Locations in Bucharest

Bucharest Airport Henri Coanda International OTP

+40 740 872 872

Opening times not available

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Wheego

5.9

Fair

2 locations in Bucharest

Locations in Bucharest

Calea Bucurestilor 224E, Otopeni

+40 731 750 750

Opening times not available

Șoseaua București-Ploiești 40, București

+40 731 750 750

Opening times not available

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Autovia

5.5

Fair

2 locations in Bucharest

Locations in Bucharest

Calea Bucurestilor 224e

Opening times not available

Soseaua Bucuresti-Ploiesti 40

+40 731 750 750

Monday00:00 - 01:00
Tuesday00:00 - 01:00
Wednesday00:00 - 01:00
Thursday00:00 - 01:00
Friday00:00 - 01:00
Saturday00:00 - 01:00
Sunday00:00 - 01:00

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FlexWays

5.2

Fair

4 locations in Bucharest

Locations in Bucharest

18 Gratioasa Street, District 1, Bucharest, Romania

+54 9 11 5259 9877

Opening times not available

Bucharest Băneasa-Aurel Vlaicu Int'l Airport

+54 9 11 5259 9877

Monday00:00 - 01:00
Tuesday00:00 - 01:00
Wednesday00:00 - 01:00
Thursday00:00 - 01:00
Friday00:00 - 01:00
Saturday00:00 - 01:00
Sunday00:00 - 01:00

Bucharest Otopeni Airport

+54 9 11 5259 9877

Monday00:00 - 01:00
Tuesday00:00 - 01:00
Wednesday00:00 - 01:00
Thursday00:00 - 01:00
Friday00:00 - 01:00
Saturday00:00 - 01:00
Sunday00:00 - 01:00

Bulevardul Ficusului 44A Cladirea INAV, Corp B

+54 9 11 5259 9877

Monday00:00 - 01:00
Tuesday00:00 - 01:00
Wednesday00:00 - 01:00
Thursday00:00 - 01:00
Friday00:00 - 01:00
Saturday00:00 - 01:00
Sunday00:00 - 01:00

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Ecovia

5.2

Fair

One location in Bucharest

Locations in Bucharest

Soseaua Bucuresti-Ploiesti 40

+40 731 750 750

Monday00:00 - 01:00
Tuesday00:00 - 01:00
Wednesday00:00 - 01:00
Thursday00:00 - 01:00
Friday00:00 - 01:00
Saturday00:00 - 01:00
Sunday00:00 - 01:00

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AbbyCar Car Rentals