Locarno car rentals

Yes, automatic cars are available in most car renting companies in Locarno. As cars with manual transmission are more common in many countries, you might have to pay an additional charge for renting an automatic car.

The average gas price in Locarno is $7.75 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between $93 and $124, depending on the car size.

Economy (Peugeot 208 or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Locarno.

Car rental companies onsite at Lugano airport include Budget, Europcar and Thrifty.

Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Lugano airport to off-airport locations include Hertz, Europcar, Dollar, and Thrifty.

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

An Economy car rental in Locarno costs $45 per day, on average.

An Intermediate car rental in Locarno costs $52 per day, on average.

A Compact car rental in Locarno costs $67 per day, on average.

Most car rental providers in Locarno offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car rental in Locarno, check out KAYAK's car rental insurance guide.

KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 7 car rental agencies in Locarno.

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KAYAK searches thousands of car rental agencies to provide you with offers from all car rental agencies operating in Locarno so that you can compare car rental rates, reviews and pick-up and drop-off locations to find the best deal for you.

It can be a good idea to opt for a compact or mid-size car in Locarno as the city, as many surrounding areas in Ticino have narrow streets and tight parking spaces. A compact or mid-size car would be more manoeuvrable and easier to park in urban areas. Moreover, since Locarno is situated in a mountainous region, some roads might be uneven or have potholes. A car with good ground clearance can better handle such terrain. Alternatively, having an AWD or 4WD car can be beneficial, especially during winter.

In built-up areas, towns and cities, the speed limit is usually 50 km/h. When circulating outside these built-up areas, the speed limit is generally 80 km/h, while on major roads and expressways the speed limit can range from 80 to 120 km/h, depending on the specific road and signage. And on the highways (autobahns), the maximum speed limit is 120 km/h, unless otherwise indicated. It is advised to always check the road signs for any changes in the speed limits to ensure you are travelling safely on the roads.

Within Locarno city centre, you will find many parking options during your visit to the city. In the blue parking zones you will require a parking disc, so it is recommended to park in the white parking areas, where a small fee is paid. For example the covered parking garage Centro Castello, Locarno offers parking from Monday to Sunday which will cost you around CHF1.90 (₹179) for 1 hour of parking and around CHF19.90 (₹1875) for 24 hours of parking.