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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Košice
- The historically-preserved Slovakian city of Košice is a gem to explore with car hire in Košice. Take your hired vehicle out for a day trip to see the magnificent ruins of the twelfth-century Spiš Castle, a two-hour drive away. A one-hour drive away is the Tokaj region, the central hub of Slovakian wine. Closer to home is the stunning Neo-Gothic Jakab’s Palace, which brings to mind an iconic fairy tale palace. A hire car in Košice will give you a lot of flexibility and independence.
- If you arrive in Košice by air, chances are you will use Košice International Airport (KSC), just 3 miles away from the city. Avis, Budget, keddy by Europcar, Europcar, Alamo, BUCHBINDER and others are there for your vehicle pick up. For your convenience, you can find the car hire companies at the terminal opposite the arrivals and departures terminal.
- The centre of Košice has many small and winding roads made with the pedestrian in mind. Although many are not open to traffic, there are some around smaller residential and outer lying city roads that could get busy foot traffic, so pay attention to people, bicycles and motorcycles. The main roads and motorways are wide, well-maintained and pleasant to drive on. If you are a visitor it is always best to book sat nav to find your way around, as well as assist with pointing out congestion, roadworks and accidents in the region.
- The main motorway that services the city of Košice is the 19, which in turn splits into the E58 and the E50. The E50 splits to become several main roads that lead right into the heart of the city. Look out for congestion on main roads like Rooseveltova, Južná Trieda and Štúrova. Peak hours will up the congestion, so consult your sat nav for the badly affected roads or avoid driving from 7:00–9:00 and again from 16:00–19:00. A large portion of the Košice daily commuters come into the city centre on trains and buses, reducing car traffic.
- 25% of our users found a car hire in Košice for €18 or less
- Book your car hire in Košice at least 1 week before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Compact car hire in Košice are around 30% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about hiring a car in Košice
What type of car is recommended for driving in Košice?
If you are planning on remaining in urban Košice during your stay, you will be quite satisfied with a compact economy or saloon car, as streets are either small or easy to drive on. If you are in a larger group or would like to take a drive out further into the Slovakian surrounds, roads may have suffered some weather damage in the winter months and potholes are not uncommon. A 4x4 would suit well for day trips.
What’s the speed limit in Košice?
When driving on the roads in Košice it is vital you pay attention to the rules of the road as authorities have a zero tolerance policy on traffic infringements, such as using mobile phones whilst driving, drunk driving and breaking the speed limit. In the city centre and residential areas the speed limit is 30mph, further out of town it goes up to 50mph and then up to 130mph on the motorways. Traffic cameras are prevalent in this busy city, so be aware to take note of the traffic signage around you.
Where are the best places to park in Košice?
Košice has ample parking spaces in and around the city that offer the first 2h of parking for free. Look out for Parkovisko Orlia, Parkovisko Vodná, Parkovisko Kasárenské Námestie and Palárikova 9. They are all under a 10min walk from the city centre. Paid car parks charge between €3 (£2.63) and €15 (£13.14) for 2h, but you will have no problem finding a free spacet.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Košice?
On average a car hire in Košice costs €18 per day.
How much is the price of fuel in Košice?
The average price of fuel in Košice is €6.40 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between €77 and €102, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular car hire in Košice?
Compact (Volkswagen Golf or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Košice.
Which car hire agencies are at Barca airport (KSC)?
The only car hire company onsite at Barca airport is Budget.
Which car hire companies will pick you up at Barca airport (KSC)?
The only car hire company that offers shuttle or pick-up services from Barca airport to off-airport locations is Budget.
How can I find car hires near me in Košice?
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
How much does a Compact car hire cost in Košice?
A Compact car hire in Košice costs €36 per day, on average.
How much does a Full Size car hire cost in Košice?
A Full Size car hire in Košice costs €63 per day, on average.
How much does a Mini car hire cost in Košice?
A Mini car hire in Košice costs €55 per day, on average.
What is the most popular car hire location in Košice?
In Košice, cars are most frequently rented at Budget Kosice Airport (5 km from city centre ).
How much does it cost to hire a car for a week in Košice?
On average a car hire in Košice costs €127 per week (€18 per day).
How much does it cost to hire a car long term for a month in Košice?
On average a car hire in Košice costs €546 per month (€18 per day).
Košice car rental reviews and directory
Alamo
10.0
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10.0
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10.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
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10.0
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Kosice International Airport
+421 910 880 491
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10.0 Wonderful
Jun 2022
Budget
8.0
Very Good
9 reviewsCleanliness
8.0
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8.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.5
Value for money
8.0
One location in Košice
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Kosice Airport
+421 55/683 22 56
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2.0 Poor
May 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Jun 2019
Pros:
Staff told us tolls would be covered. Had he not brought that up we would have been confused or worried. He also told us which gasoline to fill the car with. After hours drop off was easy too.Cons:
Can't think of a thing. We had a very good experience.8.8 Very Good
Jul 2018
Pros:
Price was good, everything went smooth in the pickup and drop off (which is never trivial with car rentals).Cons:
Only one representative so service was sluggish. The car on the inside was not as clean as I would expect.10.0 Wonderful
Apr 2017
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Everything, friendly quick service, the gave me first a clutch car and I asked for a automatic they changed right awayCons:
Nothing what not to like, everything was perfect, will order againkeddy by Europcar
6.0
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3 locations in Košice
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Presovska Cesta 1212, Kosice, 4001, Slovakia
+421 557 270 100
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Wheego
4.0
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Letisko Kosice Kosice Airport
+421 911 582 200
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MAGGIORE
9.0
Wonderful
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National
8.1
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One location in Košice
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Kosice International Airport
+421 910 880 491
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Enterprise Rent-A-Car
7.9
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One location in Košice
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Kosice International Airport
+421 910 880 491
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Global Rent A Car
7.3
Good
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One location in Košice
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Kosice Airport
+421 553 813 300
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Sixt
7.3
Good
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Letisko-Barca
+421 907 992 064
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BUCHBINDER
5.9
Fair
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Europcar
5.5
Fair
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2 locations in Košice
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Presovska Cesta 1212
+421 918 627 459
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Firefly
4.5
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Kosice Airport
+421 257 201 271
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Airport Kosice
+421 902 933 893
Presovska Cesta 73
+421 915 992 864
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Letisko Kosice
+86 10 6064 1387
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When to book a car hire in Košice
Car hire insurance in Košice
Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) & Theft Protection Waiver
Some Košice car providers already include Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) and Theft Protection Waiver into the hire price but not all of them. We recommend always be aware of your coverage when hiring a car in Košice.
Deductible
Keep in mind that car hire insurances often have a deductible clause, which is the amount you’ll have to pay if something happens during the time of your hire. If you want to avoid unwanted surprises, you should consider adding a no-deductible option to your Košice car hire.