Car Hire in Romania

Whether you hire or own a car in Romania, you are required by law to drive on the right. Keep in mind that if you do not feel comfortable driving on this side of the road, you can always call a taxi or opt for a ride share.

Romania ranked 121 out of 137 countries across the globe for road quality in 2019. On a scale of 1 to 7, Romania received a road quality score of 2.8. Keep in mind that road quality conditions in Romania can vary depending on what area of the country you plan to visit.

The BAC limit is 0.00% in Romania - this applies to both visitors and residents. Your BAC level is a measurement of the percentage of alcohol in your bloodstream. This information is used to determine how inebriated an individual is. Driving a vehicle with a BAC higher than 0.00% is against the law in Romania and you will be deemed as ‘driving under the influence’. Note that the legal drinking age in Romania is 18. Steeper penalties will be given to those driving a vehicle who are under the legal drinking age.

On average, you can expect to pay ₹ 170 per litre for petrol in Romania. Keep in mind that this is last week’s national average price and petrol prices may vary across the country. In comparison, the country with the cheapest average petrol price is Kuwait at ₹ 31 per litre, whereas the country with the most expensive average petrol price is Hong Kong at ₹ 359 per litre.

Prices for cars in Romania were last updated today.

The number of operators available for cars in Romania is 853 as of March 2026.

Among different countries, including Romania, the minimum age for drivers varies. In numerous EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. To hire a car overseas, you'll generally need to be at least 21, and if you're under 25, a young driver surcharge may be imposed. It's recommended that you review the policy of the rental company you're considering before booking.

To rent a car in Romania, all drivers must have a valid full driving license. If the license is written in a language other than the language of the country of rental, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're renting a car abroad, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We recommend that you verify with the specific rental company you're booking with.