Riga car rentals

The average price of fuel in Riga is $8.48 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between $102 and $136, depending on the car size.

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For driving around Riga, a mid-size sedan is a good option. An economy car will also help cut the costs of driving in Latvia, and a spacious SUV is great when road tripping across the country. But if you’re visiting in the winter, a four-wheel drive provides more safety when driving through snow, and when winter tires are required.

The speed limit on urban areas is typically 50 kilometers per hour (31 miles per hour), unless otherwise posted. The speed limit on public roads is usually 90 km/h (55 mph), and drivers on high-speed roads are allowed to drive at a maximum speed of 100 km/h (62 mph).

The average petrol prices in Riga are approximately €4.87 ($5.54 USD) per gallon. Some petrol stations may offer lower prices of about €4.62 ($5.26 USD) per gallon, but some also charge rates as high as €5.11 ($5.82 USD) per gallon. Latvia generally offers cheaper petrol prices than the surrounding countries, so take that into consideration if you’re planning on a European road trip.

On-street parking in Riga is paid between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m., Monday to Friday, and between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. on Saturday. Parking on Sundays and public holidays is free. There are several different parking zones, with each charging different rates. There are many parking lots in Old Riga, with a rate of €1.50 between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., and €1 until 11 p.m.