Europe with its beautiful landscapes and nature attracts all tourists to visit. And regardless of the season, it offers interesting activities for the age group from 3 to 103 years. What makes Europe one of the best continents for all new tourists is the ability to travel from country to country with ease.
When we say easy travel, we mean that all you need is a car. So it’s no wonder that most people choose to rent a car to visit all the cultural sights. But it comes with additional costs.
And what is the actual price?
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If you rent a car, be prepared to spend an average of $30 to $80 for just a day. Of course, this price depends on many factors, such as: B. the country where you pick up the car, the make of the car and even the mileage itself.
Since the price is influenced by many factors and you are on a budget, there are a few things you should consider before renting.
location
The location usually has the biggest impact on the rental price. Depending on which location you choose to collect your car from and which location you return it to, the price may vary.
If you don’t want to spend a tiny fortune, we advise you to return the car at the starting point. If you’re not in that position, be prepared to pay the price.
Pricing for this service, more specifically location changes, can cost you even up to $1,000 depending on the company and the distance.
Airports and bus or train stations
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You can choose to have a car waiting for you at the airport, bus/train station, but you also have to pay for it. The price of this service is much lower than the service when it comes to relocation. But still, if you don’t want to waste money on unnecessary things, you can save anywhere from $35 to $100 here.
It’s not a big price to pay for it, but believe it or not, that money can buy you lunch for two in some countries in Europe. And if you still want to spend that amount to have your vehicle waiting for you right after arrival, most companies have working hours from 9am to 5pm. Therefore, this service will be disabled if you arrive at your destination sooner or later.
company
The price of these services also depends on the company you choose. If you don’t do your research, you could end up badly. So, before you impulsively decide which company to rent a car from, we advise you to take a good look at the following things:
- Reviews on Google
- Services
- price list
- The deals they offer
This is how you make sure that you have chosen the right company. And if you still doubt your research skills, you can read more information on this page and decide for yourself.
fees
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Before you decide to take this step, you need to know some more information. Charges apply when driving cars from certain countries. This is especially the case in the countries of Western Europe.
So if you decide to visit the UK and Big Ben or France and the Eiffel Tower, prepare money. These fees range in price from $15 to $50, which is not a shame in exchange for these beautiful landscapes, we will agree.
your age
I don’t want to spoil the fun for you, but if you’re under 25, get ready to spend some money. Some companies will charge you extra for your young age. So if you are under 26 you have to pay that to the company.
Most places do not offer services to people under the age of 21. And that’s a universal rule. To ensure your mode of transport, check this matter first if you are under 25 years old.
Limited mileage
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Yes, you heard right. Some companies have a limit on the number of miles you can travel per day. In general it is a maximum of 250 km, although there are companies that offer more or do not charge for this service.
We have to disappoint you that few don’t charge it, but you can still get a good deal. In order not to have to pay for every kilometer exceeded, plan and organize your travel plan well. Or just make sure you are dealing with a good company.
Technical accessories
When we say tech accessories, we mean tires. In Europe, winter tires are fitted to cars as soon as the cold sets in. Of course, there are no costs for this. However, if you decide to travel to the cold and snowy mountains outside of the winter tire season, you will be charged.
In addition, there is one more thing that is charged extra. Automatic or manual. Yes, you heard right. Depending on which car you choose, the price will increase. The price increase is even up to 50 percent if you opt for the automatic. But if you don’t know how to drive manual cars, you should save up for it because you don’t want to hurt yourself.
natural gas and petrol
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The car rental companies fill their tanks to the brim. And in return they ask the same when they return it. The price of gas or petrol varies from country to country. And that’s one of the biggest things when it comes to payments.
Speeding tickets
Yes, even if it’s not your vehicle, these companies will make sure you pay the fine if you exceed the speed limit. So we warn you not to go wild on the Autobahn as you will most likely be fined.
Any car rental company will submit your information to the police if they receive a fine, so you cannot avoid it. Beware.
Conclusion
As with all services, there are things that charge extra and some agencies are generally careful to highlight this in lowercase. These are just a few of the things that affect the price, and that’s why we encourage you to research all the options thoroughly.
