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Finding a rental car in Slovenia is easy with Road Genius. Compare prices of vehicles from dozens of suppliers all around Slovenia with no booking fees. Pick up your hire car at Ljubljana Airport or in city centres like Ljubljana, Maribor and Koper, choosing from compact cars, SUVs and automatics. Book early for summer, confirm the e-vignette is included and tell the provider if you plan cross-border trips to Croatia, Austria or Italy.
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| Ljubljana Jože Pučnik Airport (LJU) |
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| Ljubljana City Centre |
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| Other Major Cities (Maribor, Koper) |
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Compare pickup spots in Ljubljana: Airport is convenient but can include concession fees. City-centre pickups are often cheaper but have shorter hours. If you’re staying in Ljubljana first, use P+R and pick up the car the day you leave to cut rental days.
Time it by season: For July–August and Christmas/ski weeks, book early due to sell-outs. In shoulder season or winter, keep comparing prices closer to your dates to catch promos and price drops.
Pick a smaller, manual car: Compacts are cheaper, easier to park in places like Bled and Piran, and manual transmissions are typically 15–20% less than automatics. Diesel can be more economical for long drives.
Check weekly pricing: A 6–8 day trip often prices better on a weekly rate than per-day. Test a few date combos to see where the price drops.
Trim the add-ons: Use your phone for GPS, bring your own child seat if practical, and look for deals with a free additional driver. Avoid after-hours pickup/return to skip about €30 in fees.
Watch cross-border and toll costs: Only add cross-border permission if you’ll use it, as fees are common (€10/day or €30–40 flat). Domestic one-ways can be reasonable (€0–30), so compare both ways. Most cars include Slovenia’s e-vignette for highways, but confirm at pickup.
Book a rental to see:
Lake Bled and Lake Bohinj – Julian Alps
Julian Alps, Vršič Pass – Soča Valley, Kranjska Gora, Kobarid
Postojna Cave and Škocjan Caves – Karst region
Piran and the Slovenian coast – parking garages, P+R
Maribor and Ptuj – wine roads, Drava River
Zagreb (Croatia) – A2 highway, Schengen
Is a vignette included with rental cars in Slovenia? Most rental companies in Slovenia include a valid highway vignette in their cars. You should always ask them to confirm this when you pick up the car.
Can I take my rental car across borders? Yes, but you must tell the rental company beforehand. You might also have to pay a cross-border fee. Most companies let you drive to nearby EU countries but might not allow travel to some Balkan nations.
What fuel do rental cars use in Slovenia? Most rental cars use either petrol or diesel. You can find the right fuel type on your rental agreement and the car key tag.
Do I need an International Driving Permit in Slovenia? People from outside the EU can usually drive in Slovenia on their home country's licence. Your licence must be in the Latin alphabet (like English) and follow international road rules. If your licence uses a different alphabet or is missing some text, you must also carry an International Driving Permit (IDP) or an official translation. Some rental companies ask for an IDP from all non-EU drivers, so you should check with them beforehand.
What is the typical security deposit for a rental car? Rental companies ask for a security deposit between €500 and €2000. The amount depends on the type of car you hire and your insurance. If you choose full coverage insurance, the deposit is much lower, usually between €100 and €300.
Are automatic transmission cars available? Yes, but you will find fewer automatic cars than manual ones. You should book early to get an automatic car, especially if you want a smaller model. You can expect to pay about 15-20% more for an automatic.
What happens if I get a traffic fine in a rental car? The rental company will usually charge you a handling fee (around €40-50). They will then give your contact info to the authorities, who will send the fine directly to you. If the rental company pays a fine for you (like some parking fines), they will charge your card for the fine and their handling fee.
Is winter driving difficult in Slovenia? In winter, the authorities keep the main roads and highways in good condition. Between 15 November and 15 March, you must have winter equipment for your car. This usually means winter tyres, but you can use chains as another option where they are allowed. Mountain passes like Vršič are completely closed in winter.
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