Bulgaria car hire

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Cheap car hire in Bulgaria

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Citroen C3 car
Citroen C3
or similar Small
2
2
4-5
M
€15/day
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Kia Cee'd car
Kia Cee'd
or similar Small
4
2
4-5
M
€25/day
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Mazda Mazda3 car
Mazda Mazda3
or similar Medium
5
3
4-5
M
€18/day
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Volkswagen Passat car
Volkswagen Passat
or similar Medium
5
3
4-5
M
€40/day
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Kia Picanto car
Kia Picanto
or similar Small
2
2
2/4
M
€24/day
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Class Premium Car car
Class Premium Car
or similar Luxury
5
5
4-5
M
€62/day
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Class Full-size Van car
Class Full-size Van
or similar Van
5
2
4-5
M
€54/day
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BMW 5 Series car
BMW 5 Series
or similar Luxury
5
5
4-5
M
€85/day
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Kia Stonic car
Kia Stonic
or similar 4x4
4
2
4-5
M
€25/day
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Volkswagen Golf SportWagen car
Volkswagen Golf SportWagen
or similar Small
4
2
4-5
M
€31/day
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Suzuki Vitara car
Suzuki Vitara
or similar 4x4
5
3
4-5
M
€42/day
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Best prices found by KAYAK users in the past 48 hours.
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Most popular agency

Most popular car type

Average price

Good deal

Easyrent
Mini
€27/day
€21/day

KAYAK’s insights & trends for Bulgaria car hire

Check out the latest trends and booking tips to hire a car in Bulgaria with confidence.

How far in advance should you book car hire in Bulgaria?

You should book your car hire in Bulgaria around 5 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Bulgaria?

In the past 72 hours, the cheapest hire cars were found at ADDCAR RENTAL (€4.18/day), Easyrent (€8.02/day), and MEXRENTACAR (€9.68/day).

What is the most popular car to hire in Bulgaria?

Economy cars (Citroen C3 or similar) are the most popular type of vehicle to hire in Bulgaria. Economy cars in Bulgaria cost €21/day on average, though some users have found deals as low as €7/day.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Bulgaria?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Bulgaria is December at an average cost of €54/day. May is the most expensive month to hire a car in Bulgaria when prices are €95/day on average, which tends to be 14% above the yearly average hire price for Bulgaria.

Which car hire company in Bulgaria has the most locations?

Top Rent a Car - Bulgaria operates 195 locations in Bulgaria, more than any other car hire company.
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Top tips for hiring a car in Bulgaria

  • Getting around Bulgaria via public transport can be more difficult and limiting than renting a car, due to the lack of an accessible, centralized system; plus, they use a Cyrillic alphabet. Many private companies operate long-distance buses, while towns and cities have their own bus systems that often operate older vehicles on routes that aren’t always accessible without asking a local for help. Transfers are common even between short distances.
  • A car can get you from A to B, but you may want to rent a 4x4 if you plan to explore the mountainous regions. Bulgaria can experience heavy snowfall in the winter, so make sure to equip your vehicle with tire chains if you plan to visit any of the more mountainous regions in the winter months.
  • There are numerous safety items that you’ll be legally required to have in your car while driving in Bulgaria. You’ll need a fire extinguisher, a reflective jacket, a first-aid kit and a hazard triangle in order to legally drive in the country. When you rent a car in Bulgaria, all of these things should be included with the rental, but taking a quick look to make sure everything is there can potentially get you out of a ticket.
  • If you’re planning on crossing the border into neighboring countries like Macedonia, Serbia, Romania or Greece, you’ll need to obtain permission from your rental car agency first. The proper insurance and a "green card" that shows proof of insurance are essential for crossing the borders into neighboring countries successfully. As with crossing any border, make sure you have your passport/visa, your ID and your rental car papers on hand.
  • 25% of our users found a car hire in Bulgaria for €21 or less
  • Compact hire cars in Bulgaria are around 53% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about hiring a car in Bulgaria

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Bulgaria?

    On average a car hire in Bulgaria costs €27 per day.

  • How can I find car hires near me in Bulgaria?

    Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.

  • Where should I hire a car in Bulgaria?

    Based on car searches on KAYAK, the most popular cities to hire a car in Bulgaria are Sofia (45% of total searches of users looking to hire a car in Bulgaria), Burgas (29%) and Varna (14%).

  • How much does it cost to hire a car for a week in Bulgaria?

    On average a car hire in Bulgaria costs €186 per week (€27 per day).

  • How much does it cost to hire a car long term for a month in Bulgaria?

    On average a car hire in Bulgaria costs €797 per month (€27 per day).

  • What is driving like in Bulgaria?

    Driving in Bulgaria depends on where you are in the country. The driving conditions can vary widely from metropolitan cities like Sofia or Varna to the rural areas. Sudden lane changes and drivers overtaking you on the shoulder are a couple of the things to keep an eye out for.

  • How old do you have to be to hire a car in Bulgaria?

    To rent a car in Bulgaria, you must be over the age of 21. However, as in the US, travelers under the age of 25 who plan on renting a car will often be subjected to additional surcharges. If you’re a new driver, then take note that your license must have been valid for at least one year to rent a car in Bulgaria.

  • How much does petrol cost in Bulgaria?

    Make sure to budget appropriately for petrol when renting a vehicle in Bulgaria, as the petrol prices are almost twice what they are in the United States. The average price of petrol in the US sits at around 4.3 BGN (2.50 USD) per gallon, while a gallon of fuel in Bulgaria will cost you closer to the equivalent of around 8.5 BGN (4.85 USD).

  • What are the speed limits in Bulgaria?

    Speed limits in Bulgaria are unique in that they are different for cars, buses and motorcycles. For cars, the speed limit in towns is 50 km/h (31 mph), the speed limit outside of town limits is 90 km/h (56 mph), the speed limit on expressways is 120 km/h (75 mph) and the speed limit on motorways is 140 km/h (87 mph).

Car hire directory

  • toprentbulgaria

    Top Rent a Car - Bulgaria car hire locations in Bulgaria

    195 Locations

  • toprentacar

    Top Rent-A-Car car hire locations in Bulgaria

    170 Locations

  • skyrentacar

    Sky Rent A Car car hire locations in Bulgaria

    39 Locations

  • skyrentcarhire

    Sky Rent A Car car hire locations in Bulgaria

    37 Locations

  • green

    Green Rent a Car car hire locations in Bulgaria

    34 Locations

  • greenrentacar

    Green Car Rental car hire locations in Bulgaria

    30 Locations

  • lowcostcars

    Low Cost Cars car hire locations in Bulgaria

    24 Locations

  • carrent

    CarRent Bulgaria car hire locations in Bulgaria

    23 Locations

  • sixtrentacar

    Sixt car hire locations in Bulgaria

    20 Locations

  • prestigerent

    Prestige Rent A Car car hire locations in Bulgaria

    18 Locations

  • autounion

    Autounion Car Rental car hire locations in Bulgaria

    16 Locations

  • car1

    Car 1 car hire locations in Bulgaria

    14 Locations

Car hire locations in Bulgaria

Everything you need to know for your car hire in Bulgaria

The rates displayed include all taxes and fees for hire cars for the class listed and were found by KAYAK users in the last 48 hours. Offers are subject to change and may not be available on all car hires listed or dates of travel. Some hire car providers charge additional fees for other services (GPS, infant car seats, etc.). Please check the website of the respective hire car provider.

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