Frequently asked questions about renting a car & car rental in Budapest
Which car rental companies are near or in Budapest?
There are over 14 car rental companies in Budapest. Car rental companies such as Gm Flottakezelő Kft on Lajos Utca 124, Schiller City Office on Dráva Utca 17, Hertz on Apáczai Csere János Utca 4, Budget Hungary on Kassák Lajos Utca 19 25, Avis Budget Group Business Support Centre Kft on Kassák Lajos Utca 19 25, Koala Autorent Autóbérlés on Lövőház Utca, Fox Auto Rent Corinthia Hotel on Hársfa Utca 55, United Autókölcsönző on Lurdy Ház Könyves Kálmán Körút 12 14, Europcar on Prielle Kornélia Utca 45, Thrifty on Váci út 135 139, Fox Autorent on Hársfa Utca 53 55, Europcar Autókölcsönző on Erzsébet Tér 7, Avis Office on Soroksári út 16, Avis Downtown on Arany János Utca 26 28, etc.
Do I need a credit card for car rental in Budapest?
You can make a booking without a credit card with autoprio.com. Note that, even if you choose to pay by debit card, you will have to provide a valid credit card in the driver’s name at the time of pick-up in Budapest, since the rental agent requires a credit card from which to take the rental deposit. Credit cards accepted for pick-up are MasterCard, Visa, and in some cases American Express.
How can I find car rental near me in Budapest?
Do a search for Budapest. Then take a look at our map of hire car companies to find the best rental cars near you in Budapest from companies such as Avis Downtown on Arany János Utca 26 28, United Autókölcsönző on Lurdy Ház Könyves Kálmán Körút 12 14, Fox Auto Rent Corinthia Hotel on Hársfa Utca 55, Budget Hungary on Kassák Lajos Utca 19 25, Hertz on Apáczai Csere János Utca 4, Europcar Autókölcsönző on Erzsébet Tér 7, Europcar on Prielle Kornélia Utca 45, Fox Autorent on Hársfa Utca 53 55 and others.
What types of car can I rent in Budapest?
The supply of rental cars varies during the season but you can usually rent car types such as fullsize cars, compact elite, small-medium truck-lorry, intermediate elite, fullsize elite, 7 seater minivan, jeep, minivan, mini cars, exotic cars, minibus, medium suv, premium cars, standard cars, large truck-lorry, compact cars, intermediate, hybrid cars, 9 seater minivan, moped, cargo van, suv, economy elite, estate, special cars, 5 seater minivan, mini elite, economy cars, convertible, luxury cars, small suv, luxury elite, electric cars in Budapest with autoprio.com.
What is the cheapest car rental company in Budapest and Hungary?
In the past 14 days, the cheapest rental cars in Hungary on Autoprio.com were found at United, Schiller, Regina, GM - GAME, Ber Elek, Auto Rent, Klass Wagen and Fox Autorent. It is usually cheaper to hire a car in Budapest than at the airport. However, it often pays off to compare the price between the airport and nearby cities before booking.
What is the best rental car company in Budapest and Hungary?
Based on ratings and reviews on autoprio.com, the best car rental companies in Hungary are National, Sixt, Hertz, Avis, Europcar, Enterprise, Budget and Thrifty. The largest companies have offices in the city and at the airport.
Where can I park a car in Budapest?
Long-term parking and short-term parking in parking lots and in parking garages in Budapest are e.g. Boe Palace Parkolóház, Mom Park Mélygarázs, Parkoló, Liliom Parking on Liliom Utca 43 45, Màv Zárt Parkoló, Hegyvidék Központ, B60 Offices Parkoló on Hengermalom út 60, Káldy Gyula Utcai Mélygarázs, Ez Székely Parkolóház on Székely Mihály Utca 3, Sárkányos Hangár Parkoló on Hhh Reptér, Jókai Mélygarázs, Mammut 1 A Parkoló, Rózsakert Mélygarázs, Aranykéz Parkolóház on Aranykéz Utca 4, Pannónia Stúdió Parkoló on Kuruc Utca 3, Kertész Parkolóház on Kertész Utca 24, Bárdi Autó Vevőparkoló, Boat Budapest, Bevándorlási Hivatal ügyfélparkoló on Budafoki út 60, Ez Akácfa Parkolóház on Akácfa Utca 12 14, Mammut 2 C Parkoló, Ez Holló Parkolóház on Holló Utca 6, Ez Dob Parkolóház on Dob Utca 63 etc.
Where are there gas and service stations in or near Budapest?
Nearby gas and service stations and petrol stations in or near Budapest are e.g. Lukoil, OMV on Váci út 95, MOL on Szentendrei út 100, Avia, Shell on Péterhegyi út 54, MOL on Hős Utca 9, OMV on Péterhegyi út 66 68, MOL on Nagyszőlős Utca 47, OMV on Védgát Utca 47, OMV on Irinyi József Utca 34 36, MOL on Pap Károly Utca, Lukoil on Bartók Béla út 105, MOL on Raktárvárosi út 3, Shell, MOL on Mezőkövesd út 1, MOL on Mozaik Utca 3, OMV on Alkotmány Utca 14 20, MOL on Budaörsi út, MOL on Irinyi József Utca 45, MOL on Mészáros Utca 19, OMV on Váci út 77, MOL on Àrpád Fejedelem útja 103 etc.
Are there extra charges for drop-off at a different location other than Budapest?
Yes, in most cases the car rental company will charge an extra fee if you wish to return the vehicle at a different location like airports such as Debrecen Airport, Budapest Ferenc Liszt Airport, Hévíz-Balaton Airport, Pecs Pogany Airport and Miskolc Airport, instead of Budapest. Autoprio.com will clearly state whether the one-way fee is included in the rental price or what additional cost may arise at the time of booking.
Which additional charges could apply in Budapest?
Please note that each car rental agent has its own policy on additional charges which will be clearly stated in the rental conditions at the time of booking at Autoprio.com. Generally, additional charges may be applied for: out-of-hours drop-off, young drivers, senior drivers, one-way rentals, winter tyres, border crossing and out-of-hours pick-up. Any additional charges will need to be paid directly at the rental desk in the local currency in Budapest.
Which optional extras are available in Budapest?
The availability of optional extras depends on the car rental agent in Budapest and even if they are booked online they are not guaranteed. The following extras can be booked on Autoprio.com: Snow Chain Set, Additional driver, Roof Rack, Wi-Fi Access, Snow Tyres, Luggage racks, Booster seat, Child toddler seat, Electronic toll pass, Ski Rack, Infant child seat and GPS – Satellite Navigational System. Please note that most of the optional extras are not included in the rental price and can be purchased at the time of booking or at the rental desk in Budapest. The cost of the optional extras are displayed at time of booking in the Rental Conditions.
Comparison of rental car prices and car rental from several businesses in the city Budapest in Hungary. Find the best prices for rental cars. It always pays off to compare before you book, in some smaller communities local companies can have very competitive prices.
Car rental at Budapest’s airports like Budapest Ferihegy Ferenc Liszt International Airport 18 km (11 mi), BUD, train stations (Rómaifürdő, Szent Gellért tér Műegyetem, Budapest Keleti Station (Keleti Station), Kelenföld, M4 Kelenföld Train Station, Bikás park, Zugló Train Station, Gyöngyösi utca) and travel centers etc and ports/ferry terminals like Batthyány Tér M H, Dock 42, Boráros Tér H Petőfi Híd, Wiking Marina Budapest, Wiking Yacht Club. We can offer a car rental service where every cost is included. There are no hidden fees or free cancellations/amendments up to 24-48 hours before you are supposed to pick up the car. An easy, straight forward and safe search for car rental online. With our search engine, you only need to write the name of the city, place etc. and you will immediately get a list of choices. Fox Autorent on Hársfa Utca 53 55, Koala Autorent Autóbérlés on Lövőház Utca, Thrifty on Váci út 135 139, Gm Flottakezelő Kft on Lajos Utca 124, Europcar Autókölcsönző on Erzsébet Tér 7, Europcar on Prielle Kornélia Utca 45, Schiller City Office on Dráva Utca 17, United Autókölcsönző on Lurdy Ház Könyves Kálmán Körút 12 14, Hertz on Apáczai Csere János Utca 4, Fox Auto Rent Corinthia Hotel on Hársfa Utca 55, Avis Budget Group Business Support Center Kft on Kassák Lajos Utca 19 25, Avis Office on Soroksári út 16, Avis Downtown on Arany János Utca 26 28, Budget Hungary on Kassák Lajos Utca 19 25 are the companies we compare in the city and in Budapest to find the best price.
Information about Budapest
Budapest is a city in the municipality, Budapest, Budapest province, Hungary. The city is the capital of the country. 1th largest city/town when it comes to inhabitants in the region and the 1th largest district/town in Hungary. Pomáz, Mór, Gyömrő, Nagykáta, Budakeszi, Pécel, Pilisvörösvár, Budapest I. kerület, Budai vár, Buda, Lipótváros and Budapest V. kerület are small villages, suburbs and communities nearby. The population of the city is about 1,741,000 in 2018. Larger surrounding cities/communities are Budapest XI. kerület (c. 139,000 pop), Zugló (c. 130,000 pop), Budapest III. kerület (c. 123,700 pop) and Budapest XIII. kerület (c. 113,500 pop). Located about 75 m (246 ft) above sea level. Are you planning to stay for a long period and spend your vacation here? Then there are many things to do and experience. Subway (metro) stations in the city are Újbuda központ, Rákóczi tér, Kálvin tér, Keleti Station, Móricz Zsigmond körtér, II János Pál pápa tér and Fővám tér. Budakeszi Dózsa György tér (Budakeszi Táncsics Mihály utca), Árpád híd Bus station, Flixbus, Budapest Széna tér, Budapest Újpest Városkapu Train Station (Bp Újpest Városkapu vá XIII ker) and Budapest Kelenföld Train Station are bus stations and stops nearby. Get some tips on local companies in Budapest.
Attractions, Activities and Sights
Some suggestions and tips on places, activities, events, attractions, museums, experiences and destinations in the city that are worth a visit during your vacation in Budapest. Swimming and sun bathing on the beach? You can do that on Óbudai szigetcsúcs zátony and Ínség zátony. Take a trip with your car and make a visit! Heroes’ Square and Vörösmarty tér are notable large open spaces and squares which are located in the central parts of town. Golf trip and need to rent a car? Pannonia Golf & Country Club 32 km (20 mi), St Lőrinc Golf Club 13 km (8 mi), Budapest Highland Golf Club 10 km (6 mi) and Academy Golf Budapest 5 km (3 mi) are some golf courses that are close to the community.
Compare car hire and cheap van rental in airports nearby
Compare car hire and cheap van rental in airports nearby: Car Hire Budapest Ferenc Liszt Airport. Car hire where every cost is included, no hidden fees and free cancellations/amendments up to 24-48 hours before you are supposed to pick up the car in Budapest.
Car rental companies in Budapest, Hungary
We compare these companies in this city or in the region, Megadrive, Keddy By Europcar, Alamo, Regina, Thrifty, GM - GAME, National, Autonom, Europcar, Enterprise, Flizzr, Budget, Klass Wagen, Ber Elek, Sixt, Buchbinder, Schiller, Fox Autorent, U-Save, Auto Rent, Avis, Hertz, Global and United. You can usually find the largest selection at airports such as Budapest Ferenc Liszt Airport. The large companies usually have offices adjacent to the airport.
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