The Faroe Islands are built for road trips, with tunnels and bridges linking dramatic islands. A car lets you drive from Torshavn to villages like Gjogv, Saksun and Gasadalur, stopping whenever the light or weather shifts.
Public transport is limited outside towns, so self drive makes it easier to fit hikes and viewpoints into short days. You can time your own ferries, seek out lonely turf roof farms and reach smaller harbours without watching bus timetables.
At a glance
Drives onRight
Motorway tollCheck locally
CurrencyDanish Krone (DKK)
Min. rental age21 years
Good to know before you drive
The essentials for a smooth, ticket-free trip.
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Speed limits
Town50 km/h
Open road90 km/h
Motorway130 km/h
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Parking
Paid short-stay zones in city centres — buy a ticket and display it.
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Alcohol limit
Typically 0.05% blood-alcohol limit; lower for new drivers.
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Vignette / tolls
Check whether a motorway vignette or tolls apply — many rentals include one.
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What drivers say about Faroe Islands
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"I was impressed how easy it was to rent a car in the Faroe Islands. Booking confirmation arrived instantly, keys were ready at the small airport desk, and the agent kindly marked the best viewpoints on a map. The car handled the steep, narrow roads perfectly and drop‑off was effortless."
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Anna Kristina á Steig
Faroe Islands
★★★★★★4.5
"I visited with a friend and the rental went very smoothly. Staff were friendly and gave us tips for tunnels and parking. Car was clean and reliable, only wish the pick‑up instructions had been a little clearer in the confirmation email."
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Rúni Joensen
Faroe Islands
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"We travelled as a family with two children and the car made exploring the islands comfortable. Child seats were clean and properly installed, and the car felt safe on mountain roads. The only downside was a bit of confusion about toll charges, but staff explained it politely at return."
For visits to the Faroe Islands, it is wise to reserve a hire car at least 4–6 weeks before arrival, and even earlier for June to August or public holidays. The islands have a limited rental fleet, so popular categories sell out quickly, especially at Vagar Airport and in Torshavn.
Most Faroe Islands car hire firms take a deposit hold on your card at pick-up and release it within 3–10 working days after an undamaged, on-time return. The exact time depends on your bank or card issuer. Some offers include lower deposits, and a few no-deposit deals may be available through intermediaries.
The excess is the maximum amount you pay towards damage or theft before the insurance cover pays the rest. In the Faroe Islands, typical collision excesses range from about DKK 5,000 to DKK 10,000. You can usually reduce this, or in some cases bring it close to zero, by buying additional excess waiver or full protection cover.
Many Faroe Islands suppliers still prefer a credit card for the deposit, but some accept major debit cards if they are in the main driver's name. Through comparison platforms you may find no-deposit or no-credit-card deals, often with higher daily rates or extra insurance conditions. Always check payment terms before booking.
Prices vary by season, car size and availability. As a rough guide, a small car in the Faroe Islands typically costs around DKK 450–750 per day in the shoulder seasons, with higher rates in summer when demand peaks. Larger vehicles, automatics and 4x4s are usually more expensive, and one-way or young-driver fees may add to the total.
Bookingcar lets you compare prices from multiple Faroe Islands car hire companies in one search. You can quickly see different vehicle types, included mileage and insurance, and filter by things like fuel policy or supplier rating. This price-comparison service helps you spot deals and choose the option that best fits your budget and plans.
If you return the car late in the Faroe Islands, most companies charge an extra fee, often calculated as an additional day's rental once you pass a grace period (commonly 29–59 minutes). Continued delay can be treated as an unauthorised extension. This may increase the daily rate and invalidate insurance, so arrange an extension in advance where possible.
Standard limits in the Faroe Islands are:
Urban areas: 50 km/h
Outside built-up areas: 80 km/h (where not otherwise signed)
Tunnels: usually 80 km/h, but check local signs
Special zones near schools, harbours or villages: may be lower, always follow posted limits
Weather and road conditions can change quickly, so drive below the limit when needed.
Traffic fines in the Faroe Islands are typically issued on the spot or sent later, and can be substantial. Examples include high fines for speeding, using a mobile phone while driving and failing to wear seat belts. Serious offences, such as dangerous driving or drink-driving, can lead to very high fines, licence suspension or a driving ban.
The legal blood alcohol limit in the Faroe Islands is 0.05% (0.5 g/l), the same as in Denmark. Penalties for exceeding this are strict and may include heavy fines and loss of licence. Because of the narrow, winding roads, changeable weather and tunnels, it is strongly recommended not to drink at all before driving.
Fuel prices in the Faroe Islands are relatively high compared with many countries. As a general indication, unleaded petrol often costs around DKK 11.50–13.00 per litre, with diesel usually slightly cheaper or similar. Prices can fluctuate with global markets and local taxes, so check current rates at filling stations when you arrive.
There are no general motorway tolls in the Faroe Islands, but some subsea tunnels between islands have toll charges. These are usually collected via automatic number-plate recognition and billed to the rental company, which then adds the cost and any service fee to your contract. There are no vignettes; you pay only for the tunnels you use.
