Krakow car rentals

Some car rental companies in Krakow which have updated their car rental health and safety policies due to COVID-19 to make sure vehicles are clean and disinfected include Sixt, Alamo and Avis

On average a hire car in Krakow costs C$ 38 per day.

In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Global Rent A Car (C$ 23/day), Ace (C$ 39/day) and Alamo (C$ 54/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest rental car price was found at Global Rent A Car Ul. Kpt. Medweckiego 1 32-083 (10 kilometers from city center).

Yes, automatic cars are available in most car renting companies in Krakow. As cars with manual transmission are more common in many countries, you might have to pay an additional charge for renting an automatic car.

The average gas price in Krakow is C$ 6.74 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between C$ 81 and C$ 108, depending on the car size.

Compact (Ford Focus or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Krakow.

Car rental companies onsite at J. Paul II Balice airport include GREEN MOTION, Sixt, Global Rent A Car, Panek, Alamo, Express Rent a Car, Right Cars, Ace, Avis and Budget.

Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from J. Paul II Balice airport to off-airport locations include GREEN MOTION, Sixt, Global Rent A Car, Panek, Alamo, Express Rent a Car, Right Cars, Ace, Avis and Europcar.

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

A Compact car rental in Krakow costs C$ 32 per day, on average.

A Standard car rental in Krakow costs C$ 37 per day, on average.

A Mini car rental in Krakow costs C$ 29 per day, on average.

In Krakow, cars are most frequently rented at GREEN MOTION Ul. Kpt. Medweckiego 1 (10 km from city centre ).

On average a rental car in Krakow costs C$ 265 per week (C$ 38 per day).

On average a rental car in Krakow costs C$ 1,135 per month (C$ 38 per day).

Especially when visiting during the winter months, opting for a 4-wheel drive car is a good choice. An SUV combines the best of city car and sufficient road grip to navigate through the Polish country roads as well. Make sure to get good insurance coverage and check the car for scratches beforehand.

Always look out for posted speed limit signs and adhere to them. General regulations allow 50 km/h (31 mph) in built-up areas, 80 km/h (49 mph) on country roads, and up to 100 km/h (62 mph) on freeways. In school zones and suburban residential areas, 20 km/h (12 mph) is permitted. During the nighttime, 60 km/h (37 mph) is allowed in built-up areas from 11 pm to 5 am.

Gas costs around 4.92 Polish zloty per liter ($1.30 per ¼ gallon, or $5.20 per gallon). Many gas stations in most European cities tend to close at 10 pm, especially in the city area. Highway gas stations are usually more expensive and harder to come by when venturing out on country roads, so refueling before leaving the city is advised.

Driving and parking in the Old Town is a very difficult undertaking, as many spots are reserved for locals or cannot be accessed at all. Best opt for a hotel with parking included, or choose a parking lot like the Parking Wawel, which costs approximately 60 Polish zloty per day (about $16). This parking garage is open and supervised 24/7.