Car hire in Bulgaria

Black Sea beaches, mountain monasteries and ski resorts: compare car hire in Sofia, Varna and Burgas.

Bulgaria offers good value car hire and a lot of variety in a small area. From Sofia you can reach Rila Monastery, Plovdiv's old town and the ski resorts of Bansko and Borovets; from Varna and Burgas, the whole Black Sea coast.

Low daily prices sometimes come with high deposits. When comparing, look at the excess and the deposit that will be blocked on your credit card, not only the rental price.

Where to pick up

  • SOFSofia
  • VARVarna
  • BOJBurgas

Driving in Bulgaria

Driving sideOn the right
TollsAn electronic vignette is required on national roads outside towns. Cars rented in Bulgaria usually include it.
LicenceDrivers with a non-EU licence should carry an International Driving Permit with their national licence.
Good to knowDipped headlights are required in daytime during the winter months. Road quality varies, so allow extra time on rural routes.