Car hire in Rhodes, Greece

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Driving in Rhodes: What to expect on the road

Documents you'll need
You’ll need your driving licence, passport and a credit card to rent a car in Rhodes.
Most drivers can use their regular licence. You may need an International Driving Permit (IDP) if your licence isn’t in English. Rental companies also ask for matching ID and a credit card during collection, especially in summer.
Navigating city driving
Most main roads are simple to follow, with signs in Greek and English.
Driving in Rhodes is easy outside the Old Town, where many streets are closed to cars. Coastal routes link resorts, beaches and villages. Navigation apps help you reach quieter coves and inland sites.
Tolls, emissions zones and charges
There are no toll roads or emissions zones in Rhodes.
The island’s main routes are free to use. You may find paid parking near the harbour or close to the Old Town. Outside central areas, driving is straightforward and cost-free.
Parking your car in Rhodes
Parking is simple outside the Old Town but busy near central sites.
Street spaces are common near beaches and hotels. The Old Town has restrictions, so use nearby car parks for visits. Signposts show time limits and fees, which vary between neighbourhoods.
Finding fuel or charging points
Fuel is easy to find, and EV charging stations in Rhodes are limited.
Petrol stations sit on major routes and around larger villages. Charging points are still few across the island. Apps like PlugShare help electric drivers find available chargers before quieter beach or inland trips.
Local driving style and tips
Traffic is calm, but mountain roads can feel narrow.
Drivers move steadily around resorts, but inland routes have sharp bends and steep climbs. Goats sometimes wander onto roads, so keep speeds gentle and stay alert, especially on rural stretches.
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The most popular car rental companies in Rhodes

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Hiring a car in Rhodes: Fast facts

Here's everything you need to know to hit the road happy.
Most popular car hire companyRecord go
Most popular carEconomy, 4-5 doors
Average daily priceR$ 293
Best time to book3 weeks before

How to book the best car rental deals in Rhodes

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Book now, cancel later

We clearly highlight car and van hire options in Rhodes 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 Rhodes for a whole month

Want to hire a car for almost a month? Often, car rental companies in Rhodes avoid costly admin in between pick-ups by hiring out cars for longer periods. So see if monthly car hire is cheaper than the three weeks you need it for by selecting 30 days.

Compare fuel policies

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

Skip the queues

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

Frequently asked questions

The cheapest car to rent in Rhodes is a compact SUV. The most popular is Economy, 4-5 doors.
The cheapest car hire companies in Rhodes are currently ABBYCAR and Green Motion.
Bagging the best car hire deal depends on when you book  – often, it pays to book your wheels as far in advance as possible. But according to our data, the cheapest month to rent a car in Rhodes is currently June.
On average, around R$ 214. But the best price we found for car hire for a week in Rhodes is R$ 191.
Based on everything we know about daily prices, the average cost to hire a car in Rhodes for a whole month is R$ 4.959. 

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 Rhodes, choose a car with unlimited mileage, or look for car hire deals with a ’full to full' fuel policy as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

We also clearly highlight car and van hire options in Rhodes that have free cancellation
Yes – you can easily find car hire 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 transport 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, for as long as you want. And you'll be able to discover more outside of Rhodes.
Most places – Rhodes included – allow under 25s 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 excess for young drivers. 
The cheapest price we found for an economy car is R$ 62 per day. The average price per day is around R$ 293.
Of course. Most major car hire companies like Record go, ABBYCAR and Green Motion offer baby and child seats as an add-on when you book.
Other travellers rated Surprice as the best overall in terms of experience.
Yes – van hire is available in Rhodes.