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Driving in Athens: What to expect on the road

Documents you'll need
Bring your license, passport, and credit card.
To rent a car in Athens, you'll need a full driver's license, passport, and credit card. An International Driving Permit (IDP) is recommended if your license 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 license plates. Toll roads in Athens and beyond use cash or card at booths – check your rental car's access in advance.
Parking your car in Athens
Parking is scarce in the city center.
Street parking in Athens is limited and often requires a local app or ticket from kiosks. Use hotel garages or public parking lots when possible – avoid tight backstreets where turning is difficult.
Finding fuel or charging points
Fuel is available — EV charging is limited.
Gas 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, yield when unsure, and plan ahead to avoid peak hours.
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The most popular car rental companies in Athens

Renting a car in Athens: Fast facts

Here's everything you need to know to hit the road happy.
Most popular car rental companyGreen Motion
Most popular carEconomy, 4-5 doors
Average daily price¥14,424
Best time to book4 weeks before

How to book the best car rental deals in Athens

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Book now, cancel later

We clearly highlight car and van rental options in Athens that have free cancellation. So you can bag the best deal with total flexibility to change your plans if you need to.

Rent a car in Athens for a whole month

Want to rent a car for almost a month? Often, car rental companies in Athens avoid costly admin in between pickups by renting out cars for longer periods. So see whether monthly car rental is cheaper than the three weeks needed by selecting 30 days.

Compare fuel policies

To save money on filling up the tank as you take off in Athens, look out for deals with a "full to full" fuel policy, as opposed to a "half-full to full" one.

Skip the lines

We call out keyless pickup when you search for cars with us. No keys to pick up means no lines. Just turn up at your preferred Athens car rental location, hop in, and hit the road.

Frequently asked questions

On average, renting a car in Athens will set you back around ¥14,424 per day or ¥3,912 per week. 
The cheapest car to rent in Athens is a compact SUV. The most popular is Economy, 4-5 doors.
The cheapest car rental companies in Athens are currently Green Motion and Centauro.
Scoring the best car rental deal depends on when you book – often, it pays to book your wheels as far in advance as possible. However, according to our data, the cheapest month to rent a car in Athens is currently June.
On average, around ¥3,912. But the best price we found for a car rental for a week in Athens is ¥3,847.
Based on everything we know about daily prices, the average cost to rent a car in Athens for a whole month is ¥278,307. 

But sometimes, you'll get a discount for booking a whole month instead of 3 and a half weeks. So play with your dates to find the best deals!
If you're looking for freedom to explore Athens, choose a car with unlimited mileage, or look for car rental deals with a "full to full" fuel policy as opposed to a "half-full to full" one.

We also clearly highlight car and van rental options in Athens that have free cancellation. 
Yes – you can easily find car rental 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 transportation 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, and for as long as you want. You'll also be able to discover more outside of Athens.
Most places – Athens included – allow people under the age of 25 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 deductible for young drivers. 
The cheapest price we found for an economy car is ¥1,116 per day. The average price per day is around ¥14,424.
Of course. Most major car rental companies like Green Motion, Surprice and Record go offer baby and child seats as an add-on when you book.
Other travelers rated Avis as the best overall in terms of experience.
Yes – van rental is available in Athens.

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