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Car rental offers in Albania

Whether you're looking for a small rental car or a station wagon for the entire family, we will always have a suitable vehicle for the lowest price. Below are some examples from our selection in Albania.

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When to book a rental car in Albania

Albania - When is the most affordable time to rent a mini class car?

At this destination (Albania), February is the most affordable time to rent a mini class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. September is the peak month for renting mini class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Albania - When is the most affordable time to rent a economy class car?

At this destination (Albania), February is the most affordable time to rent a economy class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. September is the peak month for renting economy class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Albania - When is the most affordable time to rent a compact class car?

At this destination (Albania), November is the most affordable time to rent a compact class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. September is the peak month for renting compact class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Albania - When is the most affordable time to rent an intermediate class car?

At this destination (Albania), November is the most affordable time to rent a intermediate class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. September is the peak month for renting intermediate class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Albania - When is the most affordable time to rent a standard class car?

At this destination (Albania), November is the most affordable time to rent a standard class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. September is the peak month for renting standard class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Albania - When is the most affordable time to rent a full-size car?

At this destination (Albania), November is the most affordable time to rent a full-size class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. September is the peak month for renting full-size class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Albania - When is the most affordable time to rent a luxury car?

At this destination (Albania), November is the most affordable time to rent a luxury class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. September is the peak month for renting luxury class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Albania - When is the most affordable time to rent a station wagon?

At this destination (Albania), January is the most affordable time to rent a station wagon with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. September is the peak month for renting a station wagon, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Albania - When is the most affordable time to rent a SUV?

At this destination (Albania), November is the most affordable time to rent an SUV with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. September is the peak month for renting an SUV, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Albania - When is the most affordable time to rent a MPV?

At this destination (Albania), February is the most affordable time to rent an mpv with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. September is the peak month for renting an mpv with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Albania - When is the most affordable time to rent a minivan?

At this destination (Albania), October is the most affordable time to rent a minibus with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. September is the peak month for renting a minibus, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Albania - When is the most affordable time to rent a sedan?

At this destination (Albania), October is the most affordable time to rent a sedan with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. September is the peak month for renting a sedan, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

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Car hire Albania

Albania Guide

Albania is best explored by rental car. Carrentals.co.uk has over 32 pick-up locations in Albania. This means there is always a pick-up location close to your destination.

Driving

After years of communist isolation, Albania is emerging as a great holiday destination. It offers visitors the chance to experience local culture which has barely been touched by modernization, an opportunity that is becoming increasingly difficult to find. Drive from ancient sites such as Berat, through dramatic mountain scenery in Tirana and on to the pristine coastline - this stunning country has much to offer.

Driving Tips for Albania

Many of the main roads between the large cities have been revamped over the past few years; however, there is no national recovery service, so ensure your car is well maintained. Some minor roads can be rather worn but as a rule, roads are well signposted.

Driving licences: UK drivers are permitted to drive here providing they carry both the photo ID and paper sections of their UK licence, and an International Driver’s Permit.

Which side does Albania drive on: the right.

Speed limits:
Motorways: 80mph (130kph)
Rural areas: 49mph (80kph) or 55mph (90kph)
Built-up areas: 31mph (50kph)

Alcohol limits: 0.01 per cent, stricter than the UK limit of 0.08 per cent. Drivers with alcohol levels higher than 0.01 per cent may face severe penalties.

Driving age: 18 years.

Seatbelts: must be worn by all passengers. Young passengers should use a car seat or appropriate restraint.

Mobile phones and GPS: using a mobile phone while driving is only permitted in conjunction with a hands-free device. Failure to do so may result in a fine. GPS is allowed and advised, as many printed maps are outdated due to recent road network improvements.

Cost of fuel in Albania: petrol is slightly cheaper here compared to the UK.

Car hire and fuel payment: credit card payment is not widely available at fuel stations but can be used for car hire payment.

Insurance: third-party insurance is provided with car hire, but this doesn’t cover all eventualities, for example, damage to tyres. Breakdown and other forms of additional insurance are optional.

Traffic and parking: in Tirana, traffic can be bad and parking difficult to find. There is only one main parking garage in the city centre, with parking in unmarked spots prohibited.


Transport

Trains
It is not possible to enter Albania directly via train, you will have to travel to Montenegro and travel by bus or taxi in to Albania. There’s a limited, slow train service between Tirana and Shkodra, along with routes to Fier, Ballsh and Pogradec. However, the trains tend to be in poor condition, although they often offer fantastic views of the lush scenery. Ticket prices are cheap, for example a ticket from Tirana to Durres will be about £1.00, but buses are often a much faster way to reach your destination.

Taxis
Taxis can be taken to the border, changing to a different taxi on the other side. They are a common way to get around towns and cities. Taxis run on a meter and have fixed rates; in Tirana a journey of one kilometre is about £1.70.

Buses
Public buses are comfortable and generally run on time, but many citizens get around using furgons. These minibuses have no timetables, simply leaving when the bus is full, but provide access to the cities and some small towns. The stations aren’t clearly signposted, but can be found by asking around. Destinations are displayed on the dashboard.

Ferries
Ferries from Bari and Ancona, Italy, both dock in Durrës. Bari also offers a high-speed service alongside a regular ferry service. A reliable overnight service runs from Brindisi, Italy, to Vlore. Ticket prices for these three services are between £40.00 and £60.00. Daily ferries also run from Corfu, Greece, docking in Saranda.

Airports
Albania has only one international airport, Tirana International Airport Nene Teresa, also called Rinas International Airport, which is around 11km, or a £1.50 shuttle bus ride, from Tirana city. A good number of European airlines fly here, including British Airways from London Gatwick.

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Exploring Albania

Albania is something of an untouched treasure, offering plenty of history and culture to all who visit.

Dajti Mountain is a popular tourist spot. Found in Tirana, the mountain gives a stunning view of the country. Butrint is another must-visit for those seeking history. The southwestern national park is a memorable place to visit. There are a number of ancient Greek and Roman ruins here.

The country has no end of castles, and many cities have at least one well-preserved site. Many castles, such as Skanderbeg Castle in Kruje, are now popular museums housing a number of ancient artefacts.

The coastline of Albania, with its clear turquoise seas and numerous islands, is another popular tourist spot. From Vlore along the Albanian Riviera, the beaches tend to be rocky, while the area north of Vlore to the Montenegrin border is made up of sandy beaches.

Llogara National Park in the southwest is also a must-see for visitors. The Llogara Pass is located near here and offers a stunning view across the Albanian Riviera. Located nearby is Caesar’s Pass, which Julius Caesar marched through in pursuit of Pompey.

Weather

The coastline has a Mediterranean climate, meaning hot, sunny summers and mild winters. Mainland Albania can get uncomfortably hot during the summer, with temperatures as high as 35ºC. During the winter, inland areas see a large amount of rainfall. Although temperatures rarely drop below freezing, there is heavy snowfall from November through March in the mountains.

Practical information

  • Currency
    Albanian lek
  • Driving direction
    Right
  • City speed limit
    40 km/h
  • Freeway speed limit
    80 km/h
  • Language
    Albanian
  • Popular car category
    Mini

What most people want to know

The following questions and answers are a selection of the most popular questions. If you do not find the answer to your question, have a look at the Frequently Asked Questions page or contact us.

Is Carrentals.co.uk the cheapest?

Yes, we offer a guarantee of the lowest price - because we compare various retailers, we can always offer you the best price in town.

What do I need to do when picking up a car?

To pick up your car, you will need your voucher, passport, driver's license and a credit card. It is very important that your driver's license and credit card are in the same name as the main driver. Keep in mind that the local rental company will reserve a certain amount on your credit card as a deposit. This requires the PIN code for your credit card. If your driver's license is foreign (for example, in Chinese), you must bring a translation with you. Only your original passport and driver's license will be accepted - a copy is not sufficient.

Are there any additional costs?

In general, our rates are all-inclusive. Should there be any additional costs, our booking department will get in touch with you before issuing the invoice. Should you object, you can always cancel your reservation with no obligations attached (at least 48 hours in advance).

What kind of insurance is applicable to my car rental?

In general, Liability Insurance, Fire Insurance, All-Risks Insurance and Theft Insurance are included in the cost of your rental car.

What is a worry-free label?

Only rental companies with a high level of customer satisfaction are eligible to be included in our Worry-Free selection. This rate includes excess cover and unlimited kilometres. Your vehicle will be provided and must be returned with a full tank of fuel. With a vehicle from our Worry-Free selection, you can travel with peace of mind and no hidden costs.

How can I change or cancel my reservation?

You can cancel your reservation through "My Account". We recommend contacting us by phone if your changes to your booking or cancellation takes place at short notice (48 hours or less).

When will I get a confirmation of my booking?

Most reservations will receive confirmation within minutes after payment takes place. We recommend contacting our Booking Department for last minute reservations (pick-up within 48 hours).

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