Car Rental in Athens, United States

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Driving in Athens: What to expect on the road

Documents you'll need
Bring your licence, passport and credit card.
To rent a car in Athens, you’ll need a full driving licence, passport and credit card. An International Driving Permit (IDP) is recommended if your licence is not in English or issued outside the EU.
Navigating city driving
Expect congestion and confusing junctions.
Driving in Athens involves heavy traffic, lane-weaving scooters and mixed signage. Use a sat nav to avoid bus-only routes and to stay out of the central restriction zones.
Tolls, emissions zones and charges
Athens has traffic restrictions and toll roads.
Some central roads in Athens are restricted during peak hours based on number plates. Toll roads in Athens and beyond use cash or card at booths — check your hire car’s access in advance.
Parking your car in Athens
Parking is scarce in the city centre.
Street parking in Athens is limited and often requires a local app or ticket from kiosks. Use hotel garages or public car parks when possible — avoid tight backstreets where turning is difficult.
Finding fuel or charging points
Fuel is available — EV charging is limited.
Petrol stations are common in Athens. EV charging stations in Athens are still growing — use Electromaps or Blink to locate one near your accommodation or planned route.
Local driving style and tips
Driving is busy but manageable with care.
Local driving rules in Athens are generally followed, though the city has a fast pace and lots of scooters. Stay alert in traffic, give way when unsure, and plan ahead to avoid peak hours.
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The most popular car rental companies in Athens

What's the most popular car to hire in Athens?

Based on recent Skyscanner data, the Ford Explorer is the most popular car to hire in Athens, with prices starting from $76 per day. The Chrysler Pacifica and similar models are also popular drives in Athens.
Ford Explorer
Ford Explorer17% chose this
Chrysler Pacifica
Chrysler Pacifica10% chose this
Mazda CX-50
Mazda CX-5010% chose this
Toyota Sienna
Toyota Sienna10% chose this
Most popular carFord Explorer
Why?Spacious, practical, good for families

Athens's cheapest car hire providers

Budget has the cheapest car hire in Athens right now, with prices from $76 per day. You'll save an average of $8 per day when you book with them.
Budgetfrom $76 per day
Enterprisefrom $82 per day
Turofrom $85 per day
Avisfrom $85 per day
Cheapest providerBudget
Book with them to save around$8 per day

Hiring a car in Athens: Fast facts

Here's everything you need to know to hit the road happy.
Most popular car hire companyBudget
Most popular carFullsize, People Carrier
Average daily price$438
Best time to book3 weeks before

Frequently asked questions

On average, hiring a car in Athens will set you back around $438 per day or $1,526 per week. 

The cheapest car to rent in Athens is a compact SUV. The most popular is Fullsize, People Carrier.

The cheapest car hire companies in Athens are currently Avis and Turo.

On average, around $1,526. But the best price we found for car hire for a week in Athens is $526.

If you're looking for freedom to explore Athens, choose a car with unlimited mileage, or look for car hire deals with a ’full to full' fuel policy as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

We also clearly highlight car and van hire options in Athens that have free cancellation

Yes – you can easily find car hire companies that allow you to pick up your car in one place, and then drop it off in another. Just select ‘Return car to a different location’ when you search with us.

Public transport can only get you so far, and could be tricky to navigate with children or luggage. With your own set of wheels, you can go wherever you want, whenever you want, for as long as you want. And you'll be able to discover more outside of Athens.

Most places – Athens included – allow under 25s to rent a car as long as they provide a valid driver's license and the correct documentation. It may cost slightly more due to a higher insurance excess for young drivers. 

The cheapest price we found for an economy car is $76 per day. The average price per day is around $122.

Of course. Most major car hire companies like Budget, Turo and Green Motion offer baby and child seats as an add-on when you book.

Other travellers rated Budget as the best overall in terms of experience.

We search the internet for all kinds of vehicle hire deals, including vans. But at the moment, we can't find any van hire in Athens.