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​Car rental in Austria is recommended as you will need to hire a car to explore the many sights that are remote with limited public transport.

We cover all the major locations with cheapest car reservations for rental cars in Austria, including Innsbruck, Klagenfurt, Graz, Linz, Salzburg, Villach, Zell am See and Vienna. 

Austria is generally considered a winter holiday destination, however, few people realize its potential for summer holidays, with much to explore and enjoy.


​​The scope for walking and adventure holidays is almost limitless - from white river rafting and canyoning to relaxing days spent on the shores of the innumerable lakes that dot the countryside.
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We offer best price rental cars in Austria from Avis, Budget Car Rental, Hertz, Europcar, Enterprise car rental, National Car, Sixt Car Rental and local agencies, with a chouce of vehicles from mini and economy rentals to luxury rental cars, SUV hire, 7 seater and Minibus hire.

​Book a minivan or car hire from us and we can give you more for your budget. Compare rental cars in Austria for the best deals using our CarTrawler booking engine above.

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​There are many more National car rental locations throughout Austria, where we offer best rates through reputable companies with our car rental search. You should save considerably on your expenses for your trip. 

The most demand is for airport car rentals, as Austria is a popular tourist destination, particularly during the skiing season.

The off season is summer which is popular because of the sheer beauty of the country with is adventure sports and cultural attractions in villages, towns, and in Vienna and Salzburg.

We offer the opportunity to find cheap rental cars in Austria for the tourist market in all airports, major towns and cities in Austria . 

We have many car rental locations that can be booked on this website for downtown and airport rental cars in Austria.

Many of our clients book one way car rental of a luxury car for the purpose of driving from Vienna to Prague in the Czech republic. to the south Tyrol in Italy,  or on to Budapest, Hungary. 
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Tips for Driving in Austria


Driving in Austria is normally quite pleasant as the country is small and the roads are in good condition, not congested and offer fantastic scenery. 

Beware of dangerous drivers, however: Austrians are very law-abiding, but behind a wheel, they seem to make an exception to their considerate attitude. 

Comprehensive maps of Austria, specific regions within the country  (including city maps) will prove very useful to pre-plan your daily trips. These, with maps of neighbouring countries can be bought at any petrol station in Austria. 

Travelling on Austrian motorways means you are liable to pay tolls. If your vehicle is under 3500kg in weight, you have to buy a Vignette toll pass in advance, which can be purchased at any petrol station or at the border entry points. Driving a car on a motorway without a vignette is punished with either payment of a substitute toll of €120.

Affix the vignette to the front windscreen of your vehicle, preferably in the top centre or on one of the driver's side corners, otherwise it is not valid This a common mistake made by tourists in Austria. The motorway police regularly check for Vignettes. 

Be Aware that:
  • Additional tolls are payable on certain roads, especially mountain passes, which you need to pay in bank notes (not coins). An example is at Brenner Pass, right before the A13 enters Italy, where a toll of at least €7,95 is collected each way.
  • The speed limits are 130km/h on Autobahnen and 100km/h on Schnellstraßen and Bundesstraßen. Expect limits otherwise of 50-80km/h.
    Rules on Autobahnen are very similar to the rules in Germany.
  • The law requires all passengers to wear seat belts at all times. Children under 14 years of age have to use a child safety seat until they are at least 150 cm tall.
  • Take special care when driving in winter, especially in the mountains. Icy roads kill dozens of inexperienced drivers every year. Avoid speeding and driving at night and make sure the car is in a good condition. Motorway bridges are particularly prone to ice. Slow down to 80 km/h when going over them. 
  • Winter tyres are strongly recommended by Austrian motoring clubs. When there is snowfall, winter tyres or snow chains are required by law on some mountain passes, and occasionally also on motorways. 

Contrary to popular belief there is no need to rent an off-road vehicle in winter (though a 4x4 is helpful). In fact, small, lightweight cars are better at tackling narrow mountain roads than sluggish off-road vehicles. Make your reservation for any category of Austrian Car Rentals using our CarTrawler booking system. 

We have vehicles available in various categories, from  Mini,  economy rental cars,  compact cars,  premium models,  luxury hire, convertible,  SUV'S,  minivan 7 seater rental,  9 seater minibus people carriers.

The 7 seater and 9 seater vehicles are popular for family and tour groups, so be sure to book well in advance for these to avoid disappointment.

The range of vehicles and brands will most likely vary at different locations in the country, depending on availability at time of booking, but suppliers will try and get you the vehicle type closest to your original booking. I many cases, if you chosen model is not available, you will be upgraded at no extra cost,

Our car hire comparison search engine compares the top international online car rental companies in Austria to find you the best rates for all categories. Make your reservation today, so you can hit the road without delay when you arrive at your chosen airport in Austria.

There are great advantages to renting a car or minibus when visiting Austria. The biggest being the master of your own time and schedule on your travels seeing sights from the roadside and exploring to your heart's content. Just some highlights of your trip could be:

The many caves to explore, and none more famous than the salt mines and the spectacular ice caves near Salzburg.

Krimmler Wasserfälle is one of the most amazing waterfalls. The actual walk along the tiered falls follows a zig-zag pattern with seating provided at regular intervals and a restaurant and curio shop about two thirds of the way to the top, which is not too far from the Italian border.

A day trip to experience the outdoor beauty of Liechtensteinklamm gorge, or to drive the spectacular Grossglockner High Alpine Road are experiences not to be missed, so to fully explore these beautiful sights, car hire Austria is essential. 

Austria is known for its contrasts: From the heights of the Alps to the beauty of the Wachau and Danube valley. From snowy winters to a warm summer climate. Austria is rich in history and culture. The evidence of Empires, great musicians, leaders and thinkers are to be found here. 

Enjoy visits to fortress Castles, the Baroque churches of Salzburg, the Vienna Opera House, or the glorious outdoors with extreme sports.

Rural or sparsely populated regions in Austria are easier to explore by car as bus services can be infrequent. Many popular spots in the mountains are accessible only by car or on foot/ski. Renting a car for a few days is a good way to go off the beaten track and you have the ability linger to enjoy sights.

For your summer tour in Austria or a winter ski tour, you will need Austrian car rental to make your holiday an enjoyable experience. You will be free from using time consuming public transport and have access to the many remote scenic spots in the country. 

Our online car rental search will find you the best Austrian car rental prices available from reputable national and local car rental companies.

Compare car rental in Austria with our CarTrawler booking engine for best deals on rental cars in Austria now.

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