Bologna Central Train Station Car & Van Hire

Bologna Central Train Station

Location Details

Bologna Centrale Rail Station
VLE PIETRAMELLARA 35 M N
Bologna, IT, 40121

Pick-Up Service Unavailable
After-Hours Returns Available

Hiring a car at Bologna Central Train Station

Bologna is the capital city of northern Italy's Emilia-Romagna region. Famous for its architecture, culture, and cuisine, it's an attractive holiday destination in its own right, as well as a welcoming stopping point for travellers touring Italy by train.

Places to visit in Bologna include the oldest university in Western Europe, the National Gallery, and the two leaning Towers of Bologna at Le Due Torri. The tallest of two towers is open to the public. A climb up its 498 steps will take you to the top, where you'll be rewarded with a panoramic view of the city's terracotta rooftops and its surrounding area.

Bologna is proud of its gastronomical heritage. In fact, one of Bologna's nicknames is La Grassa, the fat one. It's well worth sampling many of the delicious local specialities. In addition to bolognese sauce, this region also brought us tortellini. A popular legend relates how a cross-eyed innkeeper from Bologna was once visited by the goddess Venus, and because he was so taken by her navel, he created tortellini in an attempt to duplicate it.

Renting a car for your stay in Bologna gives you the freedom to tour the city and visit other nearby regions, such as Maranello, the home of Ferrari, as well as the World Heritage town of Ferrara. Enterprise Rent-A-Car offers a range of vehicle classes to meet your requirements. The friendly staff of Enterprise at Bologna Central Rail Station takes great pride in their high level of customer service, and they'll be more than pleased to ensure the pick-up of your car hire from Bologna Centrale is as efficient as possible.

Cheap car hire in Bologna

If you are looking for cheap car hire in Bologna then you are in the right place. Have a browse through what our vehicle pages have to offer. From economy cars to premium cars and minibuses, we can provide exactly what you are looking for. Whether you are looking for short term or long term rental Enterprise can provide it.

Bologna has many sights to visit and things to explore which is why having a car is the best way to make sure you see all the best bits Bologna has to offer. Start your journey with Enterprise Rent-A-Car.

A wide range of vehicles to hire

Enterprise offers a wide range of vehicles. From compact cars to spacious SUVs, we have a vehicle to suit your individual needs. Have a browse through all the different types of vehicles we offer and choose the one that suits your needs the most. Book today and receive the best customer service for a great price.

Why hire with Enterprise?

Enterprise offers vehicle hire worldwide, and with numerous branch locations it has never been this convenient. Whether it's for holiday, a business trip or to move goods, Enterprise can accommodate your needs. Offering short and long term hire, look no further. Receive the best customer service for a great price and book with Enterprise Rent-A-Car today.

Free Pick-up Sevice

Free pick-up service is available at non-airport locations and during normal business hours. To schedule your pick up time or make additional arrangements, please call your local rental office directly.

Rental Policies

Rental conditions apply to all additional drivers. An additional driver surcharge is applicable to each additional driver at a rate of 5.00 EUR per day exclusive of VAT and airport/railway fees (where applicable).

The out of hours return is available Mon - Sun from 7.30 AM to 10.30 PM at Star Garage Pancaldi located in Via Giovanni Amendola 9.
The counter staff will provide the customers with a passcode for the garage, they will have to park the vehicle at the Locauto parking spot and leave the keys into the dedicated key box. Out of hours drop-off is not allowed during the garage closing time.

AGE REQUIREMENTS — YOUNG DRIVERS
Mini to Economy car groups are available to renters aged 19 years and above.
Compact and Intermediate car groups and cargo vans are available to renters aged 21 years and above.
Full Size vans and Standard car groups are available to renters aged 25 years and above.
Luxury car groups are restricted to renters aged 27 years and above.

A young driver's fee of 22.00 EUR, excluding VAT and airport/railway fees (where applicable), applies to renters aged 19 to 21 years.
A young driver's fee of 11.00 EUR, excluding VAT and airport/railway fees (where applicable), applies to renters aged 22 to 24 years.

The young driver's fee does not apply to renters aged 25 years or older.

There is no maximum age limit to rent in Italy.

On completion of the booking, it is recommended to carefully check the local Terms and Conditions.

Vehicles can be driven in all countries of the European Union, plus Norway, Switzerland and the United Kingdom. No additional charges apply for cross-border travel. Prior authorisation to leave the country with the vehicle is not required. Returning the vehicle in another country without prior authorisation will incur a penalty charge of 2000 EUR plus VAT and surcharges. An administration fee of 24,40 EUR will be charged for tolls and traffic violations.

Damage Waiver (DW) is included in the reservation. It reduces the costs associated with damage of the vehicle subject to the terms and conditions of your rental agreement.
The applicable excess amounts are:

Mini and Economy: 1200 EUR
Compact Manual: 1500 EUR
Compact Automatic and Wagon, Compact SUV, Intermediate, Standard Wagon: 1700 EUR
Passenger Van and Luxury Wagon: 2000 EUR

In cases of driver negligence or in violation of applicable laws, road regulations of the country where the vehicle is being driven, CDW coverage is invalid. In these cases, the renter will incur the entire financial loss suffered by the Lessor.

Delivery and collection service is available on request. You can kindly contact our Reservation Centre by calling the following number +39 02 43020 1 or using the email address booking@locautorent.it.

All rentals where the vehicle is not returned to the same location as pick-up will be subject to a one-way fee. Domestic and international one-way rentals are permitted to selected locations and must be pre-booked or authorised at the time of pick-up. The one-way fee varies based on car category, location and pick up date. The exact amount of the one-way fee will be displayed during the reservation process when entering the dates, desired route and car category.

All vehicles are delivered with a full tank of petrol and must be returned in the same condition. If the vehicle is returned with less than a full tank, in addition to petrol shortage an extra charge of 35.00 EUR plus railway or airport fees and VAT for refueling service will apply.

ACCEPTED CREDIT CARDS
The following credit/debit cards are accepted: American Express, MasterCard, Visa and UnionPay. Maestro, Bancomat, pre-paid or rechargeable cards are not accepted. For Luxury car groups, only credit cards will be accepted. The card must be in the main driver's name and must have enough available credit limit to cover the deposit amount.

ACCEPTABLE METHODS OF PAYMENT
All major credit cards/debit cards are accepted, as well as vouchers. Cash is not accepted.

DEPOSITS
All customers are required to place a deposit, taken in the form of a credit card/debit card. The deposit is based on an excess amount of 400 EUR and 100 EUR for fuel. Purchasing "Don't Worry Coverage" will result in a lower deposit. The deposit of 500 EUR applies to all customers, except to those who purchase the "Don't Worry Coverage" package with the total deposit amount set at 100 EUR. 

ENTERPRISE RENTAL LOCATIONS DO NOT PROVIDE DIRECT ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE TO THE CUSTOMER. THIS SERVICE IS HANDLED BY AN ITALIAN ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE COMPANY (ACI GLOBAL) ON BEHALF OF ENTERPRISE. THIS SERVICE IS AVAILABLE 24/7. FREE TOLL ASSISTANCE NUMBER (ONLY WITHIN ITALY) 800.020.670. INTERNATIONAL ASSISTANCE NUMBER +39.02.66165125. ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE IS PROVIDED WITH THE RENTAL IN CASE OF MECHANICAL BREAKDOWN NOT DUE TO DRIVER NEGLIGENCE OF WILLFUL MISCONDUCT. CUSTOMERS HAVE THE OPTION TO PURCHASE ROADSIDE PLUS WHICH INCLUDES FREE TOWAGE IN CASE OF ACCIDENT. ROADSIDE PLUS IS AVAILABLE FOR AN ADDITIONAL CHARGE OF 2.00 EUR PER DAY PLUS AIRPORT/ RAILWAY FEES. WITH BOTH ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE AND ROADSIDE PLUS THE CUSTOMER WOULD BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE COST OF THE TOWING IF BREAKDOWN OR ACCIDENT WAS A RESULT OF DRIVER NEGLIGENCE OR WILLFUL MISCONDUCT.

RENTER REQUIREMENTS
DRIVING LICENCE REQUIREMENTS. A valid driving licence held for a minimum of one year is mandatory. The driving licence must be valid for international use; otherwise the national licence must be fully translated by an embassy or by an equivalent authority and must be readable in Latin characters. The photo is mandatory and must be accompanied by a document of identity, always readable in Latin characters, where the home address is indicated. The national licence, the translation and the passport must be under the same name and must be produced at the same time.

CUSTOMER QUALIFICATION. In the event that the customer does not have the proper requirements for qualification, including in particular: 1. Does not have a credit/debit card in his name 2. Attempts to provide an Electron card, Maestro, Bancomat, prepaid and/or rechargeable cards 3. The credit/debit card does not cover the deposit and the cost of any additional services; 4. Is not in possession of a valid driving licence for at least one year 5. Does not have a valid driving licence for international use (for foreign citizens) 6. Is less than 19 years (the minimum age for driving) or has booked a car group not compliant with the company rental age policy. 7. Refuses to provide address and availability details 8. Refuses to provide home's address and e-mail address NO REFUND WILL BE DUE ON THE BOOKING; eventual prepaid amounts will be retained as penalties. Enterprise always reserves the right - at its sole discretion - to ask for a second credit card or to decline the rental when the guarantees offered by the customer are not considered sufficient, or any other major issues make the customer not eligible for rental.

Upon the United Kingdom leaving the European Union (EU) the requirements for UK driving licence holders driving in EU member states may change. Please check requirements before travelling. Government advice may be found at https://www.gov.uk/driving-abroad.

There is a requirement in certain parts of Italy from November to April to have snow chains in the vehicle or to have winter tyres installed on the vehicle. This requirement applies regardless of the current weather conditions. Before you pick up your car, please check if your travel route is subject to this regulation. Visit the websites of POLIZIA DI STATO or AUTOSTRADE for more information. Standard snow chains or textile snow chains will be provided without any additional cost in all locations from 15th November until 15th April. Throughout the year, excluding the period from 15th November until 15th April, snow chains/textile snow chains will be available on request with an additional cost of 4 EURO per day, Airport and or Railway fees where applicable and VAT included up to a maximum of 32 EURO per rental. A 100 EUR fee will be charged for lost or damaged snow chains year round.
Vehicles equipped with winter tyres may be available at the time of rental for an additional fee, please ask staff when you show up to pick up the rental vehicle.

Bologna Central Train Station Car Hire FAQs

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