Barcelona car rentals

Some car rental companies in Barcelona which have updated their car rental health and safety policies due to COVID-19 to make sure vehicles are clean and disinfected include Europcar, Hertz and Sixt

On average a rental car in Barcelona costs $29 per day.

In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Centauro ($21/day), Europcar ($22/day) and Alamo ($26/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest rental car price was found at Alamo Carrer Rivadeneyra, 3 08002 (1 miles from city center).

Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car rental companies in Barcelona are Enterprise (8.3, 85 reviews), Hertz (7.6, 87 reviews), and Avis (7.4, 50 reviews).

Yes, automatic cars are available in most car renting companies in Barcelona. 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 Barcelona is $6.05 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between $73 and $97, depending on the car size.

Car rental companies onsite at Barcelona-El Prat airport include Centauro, Hertz, Sixt, Avis, Budget, Thrifty, Dollar, Rhodium, Record Go and OleCar.

Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Barcelona-El Prat airport to off-airport locations include OK RENT A CAR, Europcar, Centauro, Hertz, Sixt, Alamo, Goldcar Rental SP, Avis, Budget, and Thrifty.

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A Compact car rental in Barcelona costs $34 per day, on average.

A Mini car rental in Barcelona costs $15 per day, on average.

A Economy car rental in Barcelona costs $28 per day, on average.

In Barcelona, cars are most frequently rented at Goldcar Rental SP Polígono MAS BLAU II (7 miles from city center).

On average a rental car in Barcelona costs $204 per week ($29 per day).

On average a rental car in Barcelona costs $873 per month ($29 per day).

Because Barcelona is a myriad of narrow one-way roads, a compact rental car is most suitable for your visit of the city. If you are traveling in a small group then either a mini or economy sized car is ideal to fit you and your luggage in the trunk. This also makes it easier to park on the streets or negotiate the busy parking lots.

Before you begin driving around Barcelona, it’s important to know the different speed limits on the roads; in town the limit is 31 mph, while expressway speed limits are a maximum of 75 mph. If you plan to leave the city, rural area speed limits are 60 mph. As a tourist, take extra care to adhere to these speed limits are they are heavily enforced, so if you exceed the limit even by 3 mph you may incur a steep fine.

Like the rest of Spain, gas is self-service in Barcelona and you can pay for it with either cash or a credit card. Gas prices are very reasonable here, so expect to pay around $1.44 for 1 liter ($5.30 per gallon). As you would imagine, most of the low cost gas stations are located outside the city center, but it’s a good idea to first fuel up at the Barcelona-El Prat Airport, where there’s a Galp gas station located within the grounds that’s open 24 hours.

You’ll be pleased to know that Barcelona has lots of parking lots, with the majority located in the city center. The Ensanche district offers the most options for parking and is very central. You should plan to pay between $2.00 and $4.00 per hour for a parking space and around $28.00 for a whole day. Street parking is also available, so check out the blue zones and green areas where you can park for up to 4 hours.

Finding the right price, understanding the add-ons and staying up to date with policy changes can be a challenge. That’s why KAYAK has produced the ultimate guide to renting a car to help you cut though the jargon and make the right choice for your rental car. Find tips and insights for how to book your rental, what car rental insurance you’ll need, how to deal with a car rental agency and what extra fees to expect (and avoid!).