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Bookingcar's insights Zagreb
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What is the cheapest car rental company in Zagreb?
Over the past 72 hours, the lowest car-hire prices in Zagreb came from Sixt (€9/day), Avis (€11/day) and Enterprise (€11/day). The cheapest of all was Sixt, Ap Term, Ul. Rudolfa Fizira 1, 10150, Zagreb, Croatia — about 3.0 miles from the city centre.
What is the most popular rental car in Zagreb?
Mini cars are the most popular choice in Zagreb, costing around €17/day on average. Some drivers have found deals from as little as €9/day.
Zagreb car rental price comparison by vehicle type
How much does it cost to hire a Mini car in Zagreb?
Mini car hire in Zagreb typically costs around €17 per day. Prices are lowest in Feb, averaging €12 per day — roughly 29% below the yearly average. Mini cars are usually 60% cheaper than the average car hire in Zagreb.
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Practical Information for Drivers
Fines for violations of traffic regulations
Foreign citizens must pay all fines in cash according to tickets issued by the police. If you do not pay the fine, you will not be able to leave the country until it has been paid.
| Speeding violation | From 50 to 150 Euro |
| Driving through a red light | 130 Euro |
| Overtaking on the wrong side | 100 Euro |
| Not wearing a seat belt | 60 Euro |
| Illegal parking | From 50 Euro |
Speed limitation
In Croatia, both the police and automatic speed cameras strictly enforce the speed limit. Try not to exceed it under any circumstances. Otherwise, you will inevitably be fined. Speeding in Zagreb never goes unpunished.
- Within cities, the speed must not exceed 50 km/h.
- Outside built-up areas, the maximum permitted speed is 90 km/h.
- The maximum permitted speed on motorways is 130 km/h.
- When driving through a tunnel, the speed must not be more than 80 km/h.
Please follow the road signs carefully at all times. In some situations, the above-mentioned speed limits may change.
Parking lots in Zagreb
There are three types of parking spaces in Zagreb:
- You are not allowed to leave your car for more than one hour in red parking zones.
- You are not allowed to leave your car for more than two hours in yellow parking zones.
- You may park for up to three hours in green parking zones.
You must pay for parking. Purchase a parking voucher from a ticket machine and place it under the windscreen of your car so that it is clearly visible.
Blood alcohol limit
If you decide to drive a rental car in Zagreb after drinking alcoholic beverages, you should carefully assess your condition. The maximum blood alcohol limit is 0.05 per mille. This is not very much, roughly equivalent to a single bottle of beer. Therefore, if you have any doubts, do not drive. Otherwise, you may receive a large fine or lose your driving licence.
Road traffic regulations in Zagreb
Traffic regulations in Zagreb do not differ from those in other European countries. Therefore, you should not have problems when driving. However, there are a few particular rules to keep in mind:
- Dipped headlights
From the last Sunday in October until the last Sunday in March, dipped headlights must be switched on at all times while the car is moving, regardless of the time of day. In summer, this requirement applies only if visibility is poor or when driving through a tunnel.
Cost of fuel in Zagreb
Only unleaded 95 and 98 fuel, as well as diesel, can be purchased at fuel stations in Zagreb. There are plenty of fuel stations both within and outside the city. Fuel prices in Croatia are typical for Europe:
- The cost of one litre of 95 fuel is 1.34 Euro.
- The price of one litre of 98 fuel is 1.38 Euro.
- One litre of diesel costs 1.28 Euro.
You may transport no more than 10 litres of petrol or diesel in a can.
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What drivers say about Zagreb
"We flew into Zagreb late and the car was ready, clean and comfortable. Pickup and drop-off were smooth, staff friendly. Only slight downside was a bit of confusion with the fuel policy at the counter."
"We hired a car in Zagreb for a road trip with friends. Booking was easy and the vehicle spacious and reliable. Staff were polite, but the queue at pick-up took quite a while and the explanation of extra insurance could have been clearer."
"I rented a small car in Zagreb and everything went perfectly. Fast pickup, fair price, very clean vehicle and no surprises at drop-off. I would gladly book again."