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Car rental offers in Austria

Whether you're looking for a small rental car or a station wagon for the entire family, we will always have a suitable vehicle for the lowest price. Below are some examples from our selection in Austria.

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Mini
Economy
Compact
Intermediate
Standard
Full-size
Luxury
Station wagon
Passenger van
Convertible
SUV
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When to book a rental car in Austria

Austria - When is the most affordable time to rent a mini class car?

At this destination (Austria), November is the most affordable time to rent a mini class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. August is the peak month for renting mini class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Austria - When is the most affordable time to rent a economy class car?

At this destination (Austria), November is the most affordable time to rent a economy class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. August is the peak month for renting economy class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Austria - When is the most affordable time to rent a compact class car?

At this destination (Austria), November is the most affordable time to rent a compact class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. August is the peak month for renting compact class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Austria - When is the most affordable time to rent an intermediate class car?

At this destination (Austria), November is the most affordable time to rent a intermediate class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. August is the peak month for renting intermediate class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Austria - When is the most affordable time to rent a standard class car?

At this destination (Austria), September is the most affordable time to rent a standard class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. August is the peak month for renting standard class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Austria - When is the most affordable time to rent a full-size car?

At this destination (Austria), September is the most affordable time to rent a full-size class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. January is the peak month for renting full-size class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Austria - When is the most affordable time to rent a luxury car?

At this destination (Austria), November is the most affordable time to rent a luxury class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. January is the peak month for renting luxury class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Austria - When is the most affordable time to rent a station wagon?

At this destination (Austria), September is the most affordable time to rent a station wagon with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. August is the peak month for renting a station wagon, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Austria - When is the most affordable time to rent a SUV?

At this destination (Austria), November is the most affordable time to rent an SUV with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. January is the peak month for renting an SUV, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Austria - When is the most affordable time to rent a MPV?

At this destination (Austria), April is the most affordable time to rent an mpv with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. January is the peak month for renting an mpv with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Austria - When is the most affordable time to rent a minivan?

At this destination (Austria), November is the most affordable time to rent a minibus with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. January is the peak month for renting a minibus, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Austria - When is the most affordable time to rent a convertible?

At this destination (Austria), November is the most affordable time to rent a convertible with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. August is the peak month for renting a convertible, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Austria - When is the most affordable time to rent a sedan?

At this destination (Austria), September is the most affordable time to rent a sedan with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. January is the peak month for renting a sedan, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Car rental locations in Austria

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Car hire Austria

Austria Guide

Austria is best explored by rental car. Carrentals.co.uk has over 32 pick-up locations in Austria. This means there is always a pick-up location close to your destination.

Driving

Austria regularly delights visitors with its quaint towns and villages, snow-capped mountains and natural surroundings. After soaking up the sights along the Danube River or skiing in the Alps, visitors can head to one of the major cities such as Vienna or Salzburg and be dazzled by Baroque architecture and famous palaces.

Driving Tips for Austria

Below we have provided useful information and tips on hiring and driving a car in Austria. These should ensure that you have a hassle free trip and help you make the most of your time here.

Driving licences: UK drivers can drive here with just a UK photo licence. An International Driving Permit or alternative photo ID is necessary for drivers who do not have an accompanying photo on their licence.

Which side does Austria drive on: the right.

Speed limits:
Motorways: 80mph (130kph)
Open road: 62mph (100kph)
Towns: 31mph (50kph)

Compulsory items: a toll sticker must be displayed if travelling on the motorway. Hire cars should come with these but if not a 10 day sticker can be purchased for around 8 Euros from post offices or petrol stations. Reflective safety vests must be carried in the vehicle at all times.

Alcohol limits: 0.5 mg/ml (0.05 per cent) compared with the UK limit of 0.08 per cent. Measurements over this limit may result in severe penalties.

Driving age: 18.

Seatbelts: compulsory for front and rear seat occupants, if fitted. A suitable child seat or restraint is necessary for children under 12 years, weighting less than 5.6 stone (36kgs) and under 4.9 feet (1.5m) tall.

Mobile phones and GPS: mobile phone use while driving is prohibited unless using a hands-free device. Using GPS is allowed.

Cost of fuel in Austria: the price of petrol is slightly cheaper compared to the UK.

Car hire and fuel payment: credit and debit cards are widely accepted though foreign-issued cards may not work at automatic pumps. Cardholders should notify their card supplier of their travel plans prior to departure.

Insurance: third-party insurance is included with car hire but excess insurance is recommended.

Traffic and parking: parking on the street can be tricky due to strict parking laws. Drivers should follow parking signs and always park on the right with the car facing the flow of traffic. Do not park on white, yellow or red lines, or within three metres of a fire hydrant.

Transport

Trains
Train options from the UK include the Eurostar from London to Paris then a sleeper train to Munich. From here there are connections to major Austrian cities such as Vienna. For those without time constraints, there is a scenic train that travels to Austria through Zurich. This route generally requires an overnight stay in Zurich. There is a robust network of OBB railways connecting towns throughout Austria at reasonable prices. These trains are modern, comfortable and run efficiently with respect to timetables. Typical cost of a journey would be around £7.00 for the Salzburg to Klagenfurt route. Vienna’s subway and tram network has starting fares of around £1.50, with 24-hour tickets priced at around £5.50.

Taxis
Taxis are easy to procure in Austria and are an efficient way to travel throughout cities, especially when arriving from or going to airports and for travel at night. Taxis in Vienna are metered and are normally either prearranged or available at taxi stands. When arranging a taxi by phone, there is a surcharge added to the fare. The start rate in Vienna is around £2.00, with £1.00 added to the fare for every kilometre travelled.

Buses
There are buses that offer travel throughout Europe, including travel to and from Austria, such as Eurolines Austria. Sometimes buses offer a slightly quicker trip into Austria than trains. Most people within Austria use the extensive railway as opposed to the bus network. However, buses connect destinations which are not serviced by train routes. Bus routes in the major cities are efficient and usually include both bus and tram routes.

Airports
Vienna is the main gateway, followed by Graz and Innsbruck, but the airport at Salzburg is popular with UK travellers who are heading to the nearby ski slopes of Tyrol. Vienna International Airport is served by both full-service and low-cost carriers plying the London-Heathrow and London-Gatwick routes. Domestic air fares typically range from £250 to £400 return, but can be had for as little as £80 if booked in advance.

Explore

Exploring Austria

There are a number of sights and activities available for travellers to Austria. Baroque architecture can be found throughout the country. The Hohensalzburg fortress in Salzburg is a must-see and a UNESCO World Heritage site.

While travelling in Vienna, travellers should take a ride on the Ferris wheel in Prater amusement park. This 212ft wheel is one of the city’s most popular tourist attractions.

What is a trip to Austria without visiting the birthplace of famous musician Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart? Set on Salzburg’s Getreidegasse shopping street, this house is now open to the public as a museum.

Buried deep beneath the mountains flanking the valley south of Salzburg are majestic ice caves. A cable car takes visitors to the entrance of the caves, which rank among the world’s largest ice caves.

Travelling in the lower region of Austria presents travellers with an opportunity to tour Austria’s wine region, which is famous for its Riesling wine. The Alps is one of Europe’s number one destinations for winter sports and where vacationers flock to partake in skiing, snowboarding, tobogganing, curling and ice skating.

Weather

Temperatures in Austria largely depend on elevation. At higher regions, the temperatures are cooler and there is more precipitation, and the weather can change dramatically at short notice. The lowland regions in the north and east have cold winters that see temperatures hover below freezing and hot summers with temperatures of between 25 and 39°C. The southeastern areas of Austria experience Mediterranean-like weather featuring long, warm summers.

Practical information

  • Currency
    Euro
  • Driving direction
    Right
  • City speed limit
    50 km/h
  • Freeway speed limit
    100 km/h
  • Language
    German
  • Popular car category
    Economy

What most people want to know

The following questions and answers are a selection of the most popular questions. If you do not find the answer to your question, have a look at the Frequently Asked Questions page or contact us.

Is Carrentals.co.uk the cheapest?

Yes, we offer a guarantee of the lowest price - because we compare various retailers, we can always offer you the best price in town.

What do I need to do when picking up a car?

To pick up your car, you will need your voucher, passport, driver's license and a credit card. It is very important that your driver's license and credit card are in the same name as the main driver. Keep in mind that the local rental company will reserve a certain amount on your credit card as a deposit. This requires the PIN code for your credit card. If your driver's license is foreign (for example, in Chinese), you must bring a translation with you. Only your original passport and driver's license will be accepted - a copy is not sufficient.

Are there any additional costs?

In general, our rates are all-inclusive. Should there be any additional costs, our booking department will get in touch with you before issuing the invoice. Should you object, you can always cancel your reservation with no obligations attached (at least 48 hours in advance).

What kind of insurance is applicable to my car rental?

In general, Liability Insurance, Fire Insurance, All-Risks Insurance and Theft Insurance are included in the cost of your rental car.

What is a worry-free label?

Only rental companies with a high level of customer satisfaction are eligible to be included in our Worry-Free selection. This rate includes excess cover and unlimited kilometres. Your vehicle will be provided and must be returned with a full tank of fuel. With a vehicle from our Worry-Free selection, you can travel with peace of mind and no hidden costs.

How can I change or cancel my reservation?

You can cancel your reservation through "My Account". We recommend contacting us by phone if your changes to your booking or cancellation takes place at short notice (48 hours or less).

When will I get a confirmation of my booking?

Most reservations will receive confirmation within minutes after payment takes place. We recommend contacting our Booking Department for last minute reservations (pick-up within 48 hours).

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