Thessaloniki car hire information
| Pick-up location | Thessaloniki |
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| Hire locations | 132 |
| Airport locations | 61 |
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Top tips for hiring a car in Thessaloniki
- Make the most out of your trip to the ancient city of Thessaloniki and access archaeological sites like the Triumphal Arch of Galerius, the Galerius Maximianus Palace, or some of the Byzantine constructions conveniently with a hire car. With a car, travelers can also explore adjoining areas like Halkidiki and the scenic beaches or the Edessa Waterfall, both of which are a bit over one hour and 15 minutes of driving away.
- Get your hire car directly at Thessaloniki airport and be in the city center in under half an hour. Cars can be rented at the service desks located at the terminals and companies like Sixt, Europcar, and Hertz offer their vehicles for travelers to enjoy during their trip to Thessaloniki. For travelers arriving at Thessaloniki Port, there are car hire facilities there, too, and drivers can take the 26is Oktovriou to be in the heart of the city in less than 10 minutes.
- Thessaloniki is well connected, as some of the bigger highways meet in the city and lead to the Inner Ring Road, which goes directly into the city. However, the streets are not always in a good condition and in Greece, adhering to the rules can be seen as a weakness, so driving defensively and extra carefully is a good idea. Changing lanes can also be challenging, as it is sometimes not clear where the two lanes are, so observing where the rest of the cars divide can be helpful.
- During morning and evening rush hours, the streets in Thessaloniki can clog up. Try to avoid driving between 9-10 am during mornings and 6-7 pm in the evenings, as workers go in and out of the city. Generally, congestion is not very bad in Thessaloniki and usually traffic is pretty fluid, so exploring the city and surroundings should not cost too much extra time.
- Book your rental car in Thessaloniki at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Economy rental cars in Thessaloniki are around -183% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about renting a car in Thessaloniki
What type of car is recommended for driving in Thessaloniki?
As parking can be difficult in the city, opting for a compact car can be advantageous. For families who need a little extra space, a minivan is a spacious yet somewhat compact option. As the roads can be bumpy and riddled with potholes in Greece, make sure the insurance covers every scratch and document whether the car had any such scratches beforehand.
What’s the speed limit in Thessaloniki?
All speed regulations are given in kilometers per hour in Greece, but, as the speedometer in the hire car is also set in km/h, that should be not a problem -- even for travelers not used to the metric system. Inside the city and residential areas, unless otherwise indicated, 50 km/h (31 mph) are permitted, 90 km/h (55 mph) on country roads and up to 130 km/h (80 mph) on highways.
Where are the best places to park in Thessaloniki?
Parking in Thessaloniki can be a challenge, so parking in a paid parking lot and taking public transport into the city is likely a better option. Street parking is also an option and is usually metered by the hour, so check regulations on the given signs. In Thessaloniki, there are also private parking garages that are more expensive but centrally located.
How much is the price of fuel in Thessaloniki?
The average price of fuel in Thessaloniki is $13.39 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of uel costs between $161 and $214, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular car hire in Thessaloniki?
Economy (Fiat Panda or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Thessaloniki.
How can I find car hires near me in Thessaloniki?
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
How much does an Economy car hire cost in Thessaloniki?
An Economy car hire in Thessaloniki costs $196 per day, on average.
What is the most popular rental car location in Thessaloniki?
In Thessaloniki, cars are most frequently hired at Avance Rent a Car 7, Aggelaki str (2 km from city centre ).
Thessaloniki car rental reviews and directory
Avis
10.0
Wonderful
2 reviewsCleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
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10.0
Value for money
10.0
4 locations in Thessaloniki
Ok Mobility
10.0
Wonderful
1 reviewCleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
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10.0
Value for money
10.0
One location in Thessaloniki
Sixt
8.3
Very Good
22 reviewsCleanliness
8.7
Comfort
8.4
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.4
Value for money
7.6
4 locations in Thessaloniki
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10.0 Wonderful
Jun 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Nov 2019
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All very nice and helpfulCons:
None that I can think of2.0 Poor
Oct 2019
Cons:
They would not rent me the car because I did not have a international license So I went to the next both at the airport And rent a car from budget no problem I would like a refund of my prepayment Thanks2.0 Poor
Sep 2019
Pros:
I didn't like because they took my money but I didn't get the car, because when I did the reservation I did a mistake in the date' and they didn't want to give me bake my money/Cons:
If they give my money bake cause I DIDN'T TOOK THE CAR.9.2 Wonderful
Feb 2019
Pros:
Normal and easy rental procedure! Friendly staff! The car was new and I really liked it!!!Cons:
I was given three different car options but since I am not an expert on cars I didn't know exactly the type of each one of them. It would be good to have an overview of the cars before choosing, if the cars are not present at that particular moment, probably through images. No USB plug socket in car2.0 Poor
Oct 2018
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They tricked me by presenting on the online booking that insurance was part of the price and when I came to pick the price I had to almost double the price and add insurance. Watch out!!!Europcar
6.2
Okay
5 reviewsCleanliness
7.7
Comfort
7.4
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.0
Value for money
6.2
3 locations in Thessaloniki
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10.0 Wonderful
Jul 2023
10.0 Wonderful
Jul 2023
4.0 Mediocre
May 2023
2.0 Poor
May 2023
Drive SA
6.0
Okay
1 reviewCleanliness
4.0
Comfort
8.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.0
Value for money
6.0
2 locations in Thessaloniki
GREEN MOTION
2.0
Poor
1 reviewCleanliness
4.0
Comfort
4.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.0
Value for money
2.0
2 locations in Thessaloniki
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2.0 Poor
May 2022
Record Go
10.0
Wonderful
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10.0
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10.0
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10.0
Value for money
10.0
One location in Thessaloniki
Avance Rent a Car
8.0
Very Good
No reviews available
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8.0
Comfort
6.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
Value for money
8.0
4 locations in Thessaloniki
Alamo
8.0
Very Good
No reviews available
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8.0
Comfort
8.0
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8.0
Value for money
8.0
One location in Thessaloniki
keddy by Europcar
2.0
Poor
No reviews available
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2.0
Comfort
2.0
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2.0
Value for money
2.0
5 locations in Thessaloniki
Alma Car Hire
2.0
Poor
No reviews available
Cleanliness
6.0
Comfort
2.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.0
Value for money
6.0
2 locations in Thessaloniki
Wheego
10.0
Wonderful
No reviews available
One location in Thessaloniki
One location in Thessaloniki
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Skg Airport Leoforos G Scholis
+30 231 054 1081
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13 kilometres-Perea
+30 231 024 1241
Giannitson 244
+30 231 024 1241
Thessaloniki Hotel Delivery
+30 231 024 1241
Thessaloniki Port
+30 231 024 1241
Thessaloniki Railway Station
+30 231 024 1241
Thessaloniki airport
+30 697 411 4215
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Egnatias 154 Avenue, Thessaloniki 54 110
+30 229 906 3430
Thessaloniki Airport
+30 21 2213 5282 ext. 120
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Thessaloniki International Airport
+30 698 038 2293
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Thessaloniki Airport
+30 231 045 6644
Thessaloniki Hotel Delivery
+30 231 045 6644
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14 klm Thessaloniki-Perea
+30 282 108 9065
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14 km -Nea Michaniona Ave., Greece
+30 231 047 2600
7.5km of -Moudania road, Greece
+30 231 047 2600
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15 km Thessaloniki - N.Michaniona SKG Airport Area
+30 698 750 0200
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7,5 klm. of Road -Moudania P.C. 570 01
+30 231 047 2600
Airport, Arrivals Hall
+30 231 047 2600
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Thessaloniki
+30 231 047 8778
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Airport - Thessaloniki National Road
+30 231 047 4041
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Eo Aerodromiou
+30 231 024 1119
Thessaloniki Airport Makedonia
+30 695 551 1335
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9 locations in Thessaloniki
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13 kilometres-Perea
+30 231 047 3377
14th klm -N.Michaniona, Airport Area
+30 695 551 1335
26is Oktovriou 48
+30 231 047 3377
Aggelaki 9
+30 231 024 1119
Hotel Delivery
+30 231 047 3377
Hotel Hyatt Regency
+30 231 047 3377
Port
+30 231 047 3377
Railway Station
+30 231 047 3377
Thessalonikis - Peraias 14, Thermi , Thessaloniki
+30 231 047 3377
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7 locations in Thessaloniki
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14th klm Thessaloniki-N.Michaniona
+30 231 047 3377
14th km Thessaloniki-N.Michaniona
+30 231 047 3377
Thessaloniki Hotel Delivery
+30 231 047 3377
Thessaloniki Hotel Hyatt Regency
+30 231 047 3377
Thessaloniki Port
+30 231 047 3377
Thessaloniki Railway Station
+30 231 047 3377
Thessaloniki The Met Hotel
+30 231 047 3377
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4 locations in Thessaloniki
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Thermi
+30 231 047 5888
Thessaloniki Port
+30 231 054 0827
Town, 5 G.Papandreou Str.
+30 231 088 8100
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100 Ethnikis Antistaseos Str
+30 231 123 0030
130 Georgikis Scholis
+30 231 047 6270