Europe with its beautiful landscapes and nature entices all tourists to visit it. And regardless of the season, it offers interesting activities for those aged 3 to 103. What makes Europe one of the best continents for all new tourists is the possibility of easily travelling from country to country.
When we say easy travelling, we mean that you only need a car for it. So it’s no wonder that most people decide to rent a car to visit all the cultural attractions. But it comes with additional costs.
And what is the actual price?
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When you rent a car, be prepared to shell out an average of $30 to $80 for just one day. Of course, this price depends on many factors, such as the country in which you will take the car, the brand of the car, and even the mileage itself.
As the price will be affected by many factors, and if you plan to be on a budget, here are some things you should consider before renting.
Location
The location is what generally has the biggest influence on the rent price. Depending on which place you choose for the place where you will pick up your car, and which will be the one where you will return it, the price may vary.
If you don’t want to spend a really small fortune, our advice is to return the car at the starting point. If you are not in that position, be prepared to pay the price.
The prices of this service, more precisely, location changes may cost you up to $1,000 depending on the company and the distance itself.
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 will also have to pay for it. The price of this service is much lower than the service when it comes to changing location. But still, if you don’t want to waste money on unnecessary things, you can save from 35 to 100 dollars on this.
It’s not a big price for it, but believe it or not, for that money, in some countries across Europe, you can pay for lunch for two people. And if you still want to spend this amount so that your vehicle will be waiting for you immediately upon arrival, most companies have working hours from 9 am until 5 pm. Thus, this service will be disabled if you arrive earlier or later at your destination.
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 through which company you will rent a car, we advise you to take a good look at the following things:
- Ratings on Google
- Services
- Pricelist
- The deals they offer
That way you will make sure that you have chosen the right company. And if you still doubt your research abilities, you can read more info on this site and decide for yourself.
Fees
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Before you decide to take this step, you must know some more information. There are fees that are charged if you drive cars from certain countries. This is the case mainly in the countries of Western Europe.
So if you decide to visit the United Kingdom and Big Ben or France and the Eiffel Tower, prepare money. The price range of these fees is from 15 to 50 dollars, which is not a pity in exchange for these beautiful landscapes, we will agree.
Your age
I don’t want to spoil your fun, but if you are under 25 years old, get ready to spend some money. Some companies 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 provide services to people under the age of 21. And that is a universal rule. To ensure your means of transport, first, check this matter if you are not over 25 years old.
Limited mileage
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Yes, you heard right. Some companies have a limit on the mileage you can travel per day. Generally, there is a maximum of 250 km, although there are companies that offer more or that do not charge for this service.
We will have to disappoint you that few do not charge it, but you can still get a good deal. To avoid paying for every kilometer exceeded, schedule and organize your travel plan well. Or simply make sure you’re doing business with a good company.
Technical accessories
When we say technical accessories, we mean tires. In Europe, winter tires are put on cars as soon as the cold weather arrives. There is no charge for this of course. However, if you decide to travel to the cold and snowy mountains when it’s not winter tire season, you’ll 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, its price increases. The price increase is even up to 50 percent when you choose the automatic. But if you don’t know how to drive manual cars make sure you save up for this because you wouldn’t want to get hurt.
Gas and petrol
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The car rental companies fill your tanks to the top. And in return, they ask for the same when returning it. The price of gas or petrol varies from country to country. And this is one of the biggest things when it comes to paying.
Speeding tickets
Yes, even though it is not your vehicle, these companies will make sure that you pay the fine if you exceed the speed limit. That is why we warn you not to go wild on the highway because you will most likely be fined.
Every car rental agency submits your information to the police if they receive a fine, so you won’t be able to avoid it. So beware.
Conclusion
As with all services, there are those things that are charged extra and some agencies generally make sure to emphasize that in small letters. These are just some of the things that will affect the price, and that’s why we recommend that you thoroughly research all the possibilities.
