Tips and advice when looking for a rental car in Poland
Here we have put together some tips on what to consider when looking for a rental car in Poland and regions/states such as Mazovia, Silesia, Greater Poland, Lesser Poland, Lower Silesia, Łódź Voivodeship, Pomerania, Lublin, Subcarpathian and Kujawsko-Pomorskie.
Is free mileage / free miles included?
Check that free mileage is included in the rent. If free mileage is not included, check that the number of kilometers in the contract is sufficient. All major companies have unlimited mileage, but less expensive companies may have a maximum mileage per day.
Compare prices from several companies and book the rental car on the Internet
Searching and booking car rental on the Internet becomes cheaper and it is easier and takes less time. Compare many companies and sites to find the best price. Autoprio.com compares several companies at the same time in a single search via Cartrawler. We do not own any cars but only compare prices from different companies such as e.g. Avis, Hertz, Europcar, Budget, Sixt, Thrifty, National, Enterprise, Alamo and Keddy By Europcar, etc.
Refuel the car before returning it
Different companies have different fuel conditions. If the car is to be refueled before return, do so to avoid extra fees from the rental car company. Some smaller companies have an administrative fee for refueling the car if it is to be left empty, which is stated in the conditions but not always in the total price. Look extra carefully at the refueling regulations! If the company has 'Pick up full, drop off empty' then there may be an administrative fee for refueling. Any fee is stated during the booking. It is often the cheaper companies that have 'Pick up full, drop off empty'.
Review the contract & terms carefully
Review and read the rental conditions before booking the rental car. Autoprio.com offers rental cars from several different rental car companies and the conditions differ between the different companies. Smaller companies may have administrative fees to be paid on site that relate to refueling after return. Any fees are stated during the booking. Review and read the contract when you pick up your rental car. Autoprio.com offers cheap rental cars from several different rental car companies in Poland and the contract differs between the different companies. If there is something you do not understand in the contract, ask someone from the company on site or contact us directly.
Are there several of you who will drive the car? Where are you going?
Extra driver? If more than one person is driving the car, this must be stated at the time of booking or at the company upon arrival. Remember that there may be restrictions on driving the car to other countries and taking the car from or to islands such as Wolin, .
Book as early as possible
Book as early as possible, it will usually be more expensive if you wait. In large cities such as Warsaw, Łódź, Krakow, Wrocław, Poznań, Gdańsk, Szczecin, Bydgoszcz, Lublin and Katowice, prices often rise the later you book. It can also be difficult to find cars at major airports such as Warsaw Chopin Airport, Łódź Władysław Reymont Airport, Kraków-Balice Airport, Wrocław-Copernicus Airport, Poznań-Ławica Airport, Gdańsk Lech Wałęsa Airport, Szczecin-Goleniów Airport, Bydgoszcz Airport, Lublin Airport and Katowice Airport, if you wait too long.
Do a quick inspection upon pickup
Inspect and examine the rental car when you pick it up. Check that all damages, scratches and dents are included in the condition report. Check how big the deductible is! What often differentiates between smaller, cheaper companies in Poland and larger global companies is the amount of the deductible. Also read the conditions carefully when it comes to how the car is to be returned. Smaller local companies may have an administrative fee if the car is to be returned with an empty tank. Any fee is stated in our terms and conditions when you apply.
Frequently asked questions about car rental & renting a car in Poland
Do I need an international driver’s licence in Poland?
If your licence is not printed in the Roman alphabet (i.e. Arabic, Greek, Russian or Chinese) you will need to bring an international driving licence and your domestic licence in Poland. If you are renting abroad (outside your country of residence, or outside where your license was issued), an international drivers licence is usually required regardless of the alphabet. International driver’s licences must be accompanied by the original domestic licence of the driver.
How old do you have to be to rent a car in Poland?
Most car hire companies have a minimum age limit of 21 years for rentals. However, requirements may vary depending on the car rental company and destination country. Please note that there may be additional charges if the main driver is under 25 or over 75 years old to cover the extra insurance cost. Any additional fee will be mentioned at the time of booking under summary of charges before you confirm the reservation at Autoprio.com.
How much does it cost to rent a cargo van in Poland?
How much it costs to rent a van, moving truck or small truck in Poland depends on the time of year and the range of models in different cities and airports. In Poland you can find a smaller truck or van from about PLN 280 / day, medium truck from about PLN 364 / day, large van from about PLN 420 / day.
What is the best rental car company in Poland?
Based on ratings and reviews on autoprio.com, the best car rental companies in Poland are Budget, Avis, Thrifty, Europcar, Sixt, Hertz and National. You can find these car hire companies in cities like Gdańsk, Warsaw, Wrocław, Poznań, Krakow, Łódź, Katowice, Lublin, Bydgoszcz and Szczecin.
How can I find car rentals near me in Poland?
Do a search for the city, island or airport closest to you in Poland. A search for country or e.g. island in Poland lists the largest airports like Gdańsk Lech Wałęsa Airport, Warsaw Chopin Airport, Wrocław-Copernicus Airport, Poznań-Ławica Airport, Kraków-Balice Airport, Łódź Władysław Reymont Airport, Katowice Airport, Lublin Airport, Bydgoszcz Airport and Szczecin-Goleniów Airport. Then take a look at our map of cheap car hire companies to find the best rental cars near you.
How much does it cost to rent a minibus in Poland?
How much it costs to rent a 9-seater minibus in Poland depends on the time of year, the supply of buses in different cities such as Szczecin, Łódź, Wrocław, Warsaw, Gdańsk, Poznań, Krakow, Bydgoszcz and Lublin etc. In Poland you can find a 9-seater minibus from about PLN 238 / day. Do a search with Autoprio.com and easily see all current prices for minibuses right now. The price for the minibus shown is per day and is based on a weekly rental for 7 days. The offer can be changed or removed at short notice by the various rental companies.
How much do you charge for excess in Poland?
The excess amount depends on the car hire company and the rented vehicle and it will be refunded within 10-28 days after the rental if there has been no damage. Cartrawler offer damage refund insurance in association with Autoprio.com insurance partners, which will allow you to claim for reimbursement in the event that you have been charged for collision damage or theft. This damage refund insurance can be purchased at the time of booking.
What is the cheapest car rental company in Poland?
In the past 14 days, the cheapest rental cars were found on Autoprio.com at Car Net, Autoclick, Right Cars, Rentis, Express, Panek, Autocash and Gt Cars in cities like Gdańsk, Warsaw, Wrocław, Poznań, Krakow, Łódź, Katowice, Lublin, Bydgoszcz and Szczecin, etc and at airports like Poznań-Ławica Airport, Gdańsk Lech Wałęsa Airport, Łódź Władysław Reymont Airport, Wrocław-Copernicus Airport, Warsaw Chopin Airport and Kraków-Balice Airport, etc. In the larger cities you can find a rental car for PLN 63 - 140 per day.
Are there any cross-border charges if you want to leave Poland?
The car rental agents like Budget, Avis, Thrifty, Europcar, Sixt, Hertz and National may choose to charge you for cross-border travel. Any fees will need to be paid at the rental desk in Poland in local currency. We will state whether cross-border travel is allowed and in which countries at the time of booking under rental conditions at Autoprio.com.
Are there extra charges for drop-off at a different location in Poland?
Yes, in most cases the car rental agents like Sixt, Europcar, Avis, Budget and Hertz will charge an extra fee if you wish to return the vehicle at a different location in Poland. We 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 at Autoprio.com.
Which costs are included in the rental price in Poland?
In the majority of cases the rental price includes collision damage waiver, unlimited mileage, airport fee, tax, breakdown assistance and third party liability protection. Please note that the costs included may vary depending on the car rental company and destination. The car hire company may also choose to ask you for a deposit or excess at the rental desk in Poland. Make sure to check the rental conditions at the time of booking at Autoprio.com.
What are the most popular car rental locations in Poland?
Based on searches on autoprio.com, the most popular cities to rent a car in Poland are Gdańsk, Poznań, Sosnowiec, Częstochowa, Szczecin, Warsaw, Bydgoszcz, Łódź, Wrocław, Radom, Krakow, Białystok, Lublin, Katowice and Gdynia. The most popular airports are Poznań-Ławica Airport, Gdańsk Lech Wałęsa Airport, Łódź Władysław Reymont Airport, Wrocław-Copernicus Airport, Warsaw Chopin Airport and Kraków-Balice Airport.
Can I book without a credit card in Poland?
Yes. You can make a booking without a credit card with Autoprio.com in Poland. 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 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 much does it cost to rent a car for a week in Poland?
On average, a normal-sized rental car in Poland costs approx. PLN 980 per week (PLN 140 per day). A smaller rental car costs approx. PLN 441 per week. Best prices can be found in major cities such as Gdańsk, Warsaw, Wrocław, Poznań, Krakow, Łódź, Katowice, Lublin, Bydgoszcz and Szczecin. The price for the rental car shown is based on a weekly all inclusive rental for 7 days. The offer can be changed or removed at short notice by the various rental companies. Do a search with Autoprio.com and easily see all current prices for rental cars right now.
How much does it cost to rent a car long term for a month in Poland?
On average, a normal-sized rental car in Poland costs approx. PLN 3920 per month (PLN 140 per day). A smaller rental car costs approx. PLN 1764 per month. The best prices can be found in the largest cities such as Gdańsk, Warsaw, Wrocław, Poznań, Krakow, Łódź, Katowice, Lublin, Bydgoszcz and Szczecin. The price for the rental car shown is based on a monthly all inclusive rent for 28 days. The offer can be changed or at short notice completely removed by the various car rental companies. Larger cars, luxury cars, vans and moving cars cost more.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Poland?
Renting a small car in Poland costs from about PLN 63 per day and up, depending on the season and supply (2024). Renting a normal-sized car costs from about PLN 140 / day. Larger cars, luxury cars, vans and moving cars cost more. How much it costs to rent a car depends on the time of year, range of cars, country and what type of car you plan to rent. Sometimes you can find a cheaper rental car depending on the season. In the majority of cases the rental price includes collision damage waiver, unlimited mileage, airport fee, tax, breakdown assistance and third party liability protection. Please note that the costs included may vary depending on the car rental company and destination country. The car hire company may also choose to ask you for a deposit or excess at the rental desk. Make sure to check the rental conditions at the time of booking. The price for the rental car shown is per day and is based on a weekly all inclusive rental for 7 days. The offer can be changed or removed at short notice by the various rental companies.
At our website, you can compare prices on rental cars and car rental from several companies in all cities in Poland. Find the best prices for rental cars online. Search for and book a cheap car in cities such as, Warsaw, Łódź, Krakow, Wrocław, Poznań, Gdańsk, Szczecin, Bydgoszcz, Lublin, Katowice, Białystok, Gdynia, Częstochowa. We only list prices of rental cars from companies that are safe and quality assured so that there will not be any problems when you arrive.
We can offer car rental where every cost is included, no hidden fees and free cancellations or amendments up to 24-48 hours before you are supposed to pick up the car. An easy and safe booking of rental cars online. Autoprio.com can offer rental cars in the most cities, train stations and communities as well as airports in Poland.
Info about Poland
Poland (Republic of Poland) is a country with approximately 38,500,000 inhabitants and is located in Europe. The capital is Warsaw which has 1,702,100 inhabitants. Total surface/area 312,685 km² / 120,728 mi². It is the 8th largest country on Europe when it comes to inhabitants and the 9th largest regarding the surface. Other names for this country is Polsko, Polen, Rzeczpospolita Polska, Polska, Lengyelország, Polija, Polska Rzeczpospolita Ludowa, Lenkija, Polish People’s Republic, Pologne, Polsha, Polonia, Poola, Republic of Poland. It consists of sixteen regions/states/counties and the largest are Mazovia, Silesia, Greater Poland, Lesser Poland, Lower Silesia, Łódź Voivodeship, Pomerania, Lublin, Subcarpathian, Kujawsko-Pomorskie, West Pomerania, Warmia-Masuria, Świętokrzyskie, Podlasie, Opole and Lubusz. Poland is the 33th largest country in the world when it comes to inhabitants and the 71th largest regarding its surface area. +48 is the country code to use to make a call to the country. The five largest cities are Warsaw (c. 1702100 pop), Łódź (c. 768800 pop), Krakow (c. 755100 pop), Wrocław (c. 634900 pop), Poznań (c. 570400 pop). Zloty (PLN) is the official currency for shopping and payments. Germany, Republic of Lithuania, Slovakia, Czech Republic, Belarus, Ukraine, Russia are neighboring countries. Is it included in the price to cross national borders? Usually not, the car rental company may charge a fee to cross national borders to Germany, Republic of Lithuania, Slovakia, Czech Republic, Belarus, Ukraine, Russia. All additional costs are paid directly at the rental desk in the local currency, Zloty (PLN). It is stated in the rental terms and during the booking whether it is allowed to cross national borders and to which countries. Common languages are e.g. Polish. The five highest mountains are Rysy (2499 m / 8,199 ft), Mięguszowiecki Szczyt Wielki (2438 m / 7,999 ft), Niżnie Rysy (2430 m / 7,972 ft), Mięguszowiecki Szczyt Czarny (2409 m / 7,904 ft) and Mięguszowiecki Szczyt Pośredni (2393 m / 7,851 ft). Get more suggestions on attractions, culture and tips for destinations to visit during your stay in Poland, and see what the weather is normally like, and find a map. Websites on the internet often have the domain .pl.
Tourist attractions och activities in Poland
Are you planning a wine tour and tasting in Poland? Often you can visit without booking before, but some wineries require you to book in advance. Wine producers and vineyards are, for example Winery Bona Terra, Dwa Przez Cztery Winebar, Sztuka Wina and Winery Dwórzno. Looking for activities and experiences with the kids? Wodny Park, Muzeum Kolei Wąskotorowej w Sochaczewie, Baseny Cora, Happy Park, Dirt Park 7, Centrum Świat Dziecka, Wesolandia, Aquapark, OSIR Włochy, Gościniec Wiecha, Park Linowy, Pływalnia Orka, Park Wodny Moczydło, OSiR Żoliborz, Jomsborg Gród Wikingów and Park Rozrywki Julinek are water parks, amusement parks, or theme parks. Visiting a Zoo with the whole family? Tropical houses, tropicarium, zoo, animal parks, aquarium and terrarium are Opole, Świerkocin – Zoo-Safari, Łódź – Bałuty, Kadzidłowo, Zamość, Wrocław, Malbork- Strusi ogród, Akwarium Gdyńskie MIR, Łódź, Płock, Poznań, Człuchów – Mini-Zoo, Poznań, Warsaw Zoological Garden, Toruń – ogród zoobotaniczny, Silesian Zoological Garden, Białystok – Akcent Zoo and Bydgoszcz-Myślęcinek – Ogród Fauny Polskiej.
Cheap car rental with unlimited mileage in Poland
There are many different models and sizes of cars to choose from. Fleet list in Poland: Intermediate, Estate, Compact cars (Compact), Cargo van, Moped, 9 seater minivan / Minibus (9 seat minivan), Special cars (Special), Large truck-lorry (Large truck), Convertible, Mini elite, Exotic cars (Exotic), 5 seater minivan (5 seat minivan), Luxury elite, Mini cars (Mini), SUV / Jeep (SUV), Economy cars (Economy), Minivan, Medium SUV, Small SUV, Electric cars, Small-medium truck-lorry (Small-medium truck), Fullsize elite, Hybrid cars, Standard cars (Standard), Premium cars (Premium), Fullsize cars (Fullsize), Intermediate elite, Luxury cars (Luxury), Compact elite, 7 seater minivan (7 seat minivan), Economy elite. Big cities and popular destinations have more car types to choose from. If you want to rent a luxury car then search at the major airports and the most popular destinations in the major regions such as Mazovia, Silesia, Greater Poland, Lesser Poland, Lower Silesia, Łódź Voivodeship, Pomerania, Lublin, Subcarpathian, Kujawsko-Pomorskie, West Pomerania, Warmia-Masuria, Świętokrzyskie, Podlasie, Opole and Lubusz etc. It can also be harder to find and book special cars during peak season, if you do not search well in advance, before you need your rental car.
Cars you can rent in Poland are e.g. Moped, etc. Convertible: e.g. Mercedes SLK Convertible, Opel Cascada, Mercedes CLK Convertible, BMW 4 Series Convertible, etc. Compact cars: e.g. Audi A3, BMW 1 Series, Hyundai i30, Volkswagen Golf, Opel Astra, etc. Estate: e.g. Ford Focus Estate, Renault Clio Estate, Opel Insignia Estate, etc. Minivan: e.g. Mercedes Viano, etc. Economy cars: e.g. Renault Clio, Renault Captur, Toyota Yaris, Opel Corsa, Peugeot 2008, etc. Intermediate: e.g. Opel Mokka, Ford Mondeo, Toyota Avensis, Skoda Octavia, Audi A3, Exotic cars, Mini elite, Economy elite, etc. Standard cars: e.g. Volkswagen Passat, Audi A4, etc. 5 seater minivan: e.g. Citroen Berlingo, Renault Scenic, Small SUV, etc. Mini cars: e.g. Fiat 500 S Dualogic, Peugeot 107, Citroen C1, etc. Fullsize cars: e.g. BMW 3 Series, Mercedes C Class, Audi A5, Small-medium truck-lorry, Special cars, etc. Premium cars: e.g. Mercedes CLA, Lexus GS Hybrid, Mercedes C Class, etc. Cargo van: e.g. Ford Transit LWB, Renault Clio Cargo Van, Renault Trafic Cargo Van (5m3), Luxury elite, etc. Luxury cars: e.g. BMW 5 Series, Mercedes S Class, etc. 9 seater minivan / Minibus: e.g. Mercedes Vito Diesel, Ford Transit, Mercedes Vito Traveliner, Ford Tourneo, Medium SUV, etc. 7 seater minivan: e.g. Ford Galaxy, Volkswagen Touran, Compact elite, Hybrid cars, etc. Intermediate elite: e.g. BMW 2 Series Active Tourer, Fullsize elite, Large truck-lorry, Electric cars, etc. SUV / Jeep: e.g. Renault Koleos, Hyundai Santa Fe, Daihatsu Terios, etc. However, in smaller cities and on islands like Wolin, Upałty, Szeroki Ostrów, Wyspa Zielona, Kępa Swarzewska, Kępa Pucka, Wyspa Ostrów, Kępa Oksywska, Wyspa Okrętowa, Mielinek, Mielin, Mieleński Ostrów, Ostrów Lednicki, Wyspa Holm, Wyspa Gryfia, Grodzka Kępa, Ostrów Grabowski, Chrząszczewska Wyspa, Ostrowie and Koziniec etc, the range is smaller.
Tips on finding rental cars in Poland
If you already have decided to rent a car in Poland before you leave and want to part as little as possible, you ought to book a car before you leave. First of all, you should try booking your car online. It is often the cheapest, easiest way to look for and compare, and it saves you time. If your car is supposed to be collected at an airport such as Warsaw Frederic Chopin Okecie Airport, Łódź Władysław Reymont Airport, Kraków-Balice John Paul II International Airport, Wrocław Copernicus Airport, Poznań Ławica Henryk Wieniawski Airport, Gdańsk Lech Wałęsa Airport, Szczecin-Goleniów Solidarity Airport, Bydgoszcz Ignacy Jan Paderewski Airport, Lublin-Świdnik Airport and Katowice Pyrzowice International Airport, you should book before you leave. One search shows many options. To find the best price for a car, autoprio.com compares, among others, the following companies; Express, Thrifty, Firefly, Autocash, Hertz, Rentis, addCar, Global, Autoclick, Sixt, Right Cars, InterRent, Surprice, Europcar, Budget, Panek, Enterprise, Keddy By Europcar, National, Car Net, Avis, Alamo, Green Motion, Gt Cars in Poland.
Traffic regulations and car driving
Renting and driving a car is usually easy and effortless, but as in all countries there are many traffic regulations in Poland you must follow. If you are going to visit and drive in large cities such as Warsaw, Łódź, Krakow, Wrocław, Poznań, Gdańsk, Szczecin, Bydgoszcz, Lublin, Katowice, Białystok, Gdynia, Częstochowa, prepare yourself for a lot of traffic, especially in rush hour and that it is sometimes difficult to find parking. Try to memorize the most common parking and traffic regulations before you leave to ensure that your car trip is safe, and to avoid trouble with the police.
Destinations in Poland
Compare car rental and find cheap hire cars in regions such as: Cheap Car Hire Mazovia, Cheap Van Rental Silesia, Rental Cars Greater Poland, Lesser Poland, Lower Silesia, Łódź Voivodeship, Pomerania, Lublin, Subcarpathian, Kujawsko-Pomorskie, West Pomerania, Warmia-Masuria, Świętokrzyskie, Podlasie and Opole. Find the best hire cars and the cheapest car rental in towns such as: Rental Cars Warsaw, Rental Cars Łódź, Cheap car rental Krakow, Wrocław, Poznań, Gdańsk, Szczecin, Bydgoszcz, Lublin, Katowice, Białystok, Gdynia, Częstochowa, Sosnowiec, Radom, Mokotów, Toruń, Kielce, Gliwice and Zabrze. We allows you to quickly and easily compare results from hundreds of car rental sites at once. Compare car hire and van rental in airports such as: Compare Car Hire Warsaw Chopin Airport, Cheap Car Rental Łódź Władysław Reymont Airport, Rental Cars Kraków-Balice Airport, Wrocław-Copernicus Airport, Poznań-Ławica Airport, Gdańsk Lech Wałęsa Airport, Szczecin-Goleniów Airport, Bydgoszcz Airport, Lublin Airport, Katowice Airport, Radom-Sadków Airport, Rzeszów-Jasionka Airport, Modlin Mazovia Airport, Zielona Gora Airport, Olsztyn-Mazury Airport and Suwalki Airfield.
Car rental companies we compare in Poland
Autocash, Keddy By Europcar, Gt Cars, Sixt, Budget, Right Cars, Panek, Hertz, Rentis, Car Net, Global, Alamo, Thrifty, Firefly, InterRent, Express, Surprice, National, Avis, Enterprise, Autoclick, addCar, Green Motion and Europcar are the companies autoprio.com compares in Poland to find the best price.
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