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Driving in Athens: What to expect on the road

Documents you'll need
Bring your licence, passport and credit card.
To rent a car in Athens, you’ll need a full driving licence, passport and credit card. An International Driving Permit (IDP) is recommended if your licence is not in English or issued outside the EU.
Navigating city driving
Expect congestion and confusing junctions.
Driving in Athens involves heavy traffic, lane-weaving scooters and mixed signage. Use a sat nav to avoid bus-only routes and to stay out of the central restriction zones.
Tolls, emissions zones and charges
Athens has traffic restrictions and toll roads.
Some central roads in Athens are restricted during peak hours based on number plates. Toll roads in Athens and beyond use cash or card at booths — check your hire car’s access in advance.
Parking your car in Athens
Parking is scarce in the city centre.
Street parking in Athens is limited and often requires a local app or ticket from kiosks. Use hotel garages or public car parks when possible — avoid tight backstreets where turning is difficult.
Finding fuel or charging points
Fuel is available — EV charging is limited.
Petrol stations are common in Athens. EV charging stations in Athens are still growing — use Electromaps or Blink to locate one near your accommodation or planned route.
Local driving style and tips
Driving is busy but manageable with care.
Local driving rules in Athens are generally followed, though the city has a fast pace and lots of scooters. Stay alert in traffic, give way when unsure, and plan ahead to avoid peak hours.
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The most popular car rental companies in Athens

Hiring a car in Athens: Fast facts

Here's everything you need to know to hit the road happy.
Most popular car hire companyEnterprise
Most popular carIntermediate/Standard, People Carrier
Average daily price67 €
Best time to book1 week before

How to book the best car rental deals in Athens

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Book now, cancel later

We clearly highlight car and van hire options in Athens 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 Athens for a whole month

Want to hire a car for almost a month? Often, car rental companies in Athens 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 Athens, 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 Athens car hire location, hop in and hit the road.

Frequently asked questions

On average, hiring a car in Athens will set you back around 67 € per day or 311 € per week. 
The cheapest car to rent in Athens is a compact crossover (similar to SUVs). The most popular is Intermediate/Standard, People Carrier.
The cheapest car hire companies in Athens are currently Green Motion and Budget.
On average, around 311 €. But the best price we found for car hire for a week in Athens is 245 €.
If you're looking for freedom to explore Athens, 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 Athens that have free cancellation. 
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 Athens.
Most places – Athens included – allow under 25s to rent a car as long as they provide a valid driver's license and the correct documentation. It may cost slightly more due to a higher insurance excess for young drivers. 
The cheapest price we found for an economy car is 38 € per day. The average price per day is around 101 €.
Of course. Most major car hire companies like Enterprise, Avis and Budget offer baby and child seats as an add-on when you book.
Other travellers rated Enterprise as the best overall in terms of experience.
Yes – van hire is available in Athens.

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