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Car rental in Heraklion

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Nearest airport
Heraklion International Airport "Nikos Kazantzakis" (HER)
To city centre
3 km
Parking in the centre
Paid zones
Main roads
E75, A90
Region
Crete
Population
145,440
City IATA code
HER
Time zone
Europe/Athens
Currency
EUR
Driving side
Right-hand traffic
Rental offices
30
Rental companies
2

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Where to pick up a car in Heraklion

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Heraklion by car

Knossos gives Heraklion its fame, but the place itself is a busy working island capital behind Venetian walls, thick with ferries, markets and traffic. Vineyards and olive terraces begin as soon as the ring of suburbs thins.

Driving in Heraklion

Heraklion is reached by E75 and A90. Parking in the centre is paid and marked by zone. Streets in the old centre are narrow, a smaller car is easier.

Arriving by road

The E75 runs through the city itself, tying Heraklion to Agios Nikolaos, Chania and Rethymno. Traffic in the city is bad, and service stations along the National Highway are widely spaced, with most expecting cash.

From the airport without a car

City bus Line 1 connects Heraklion International Airport with the city. Routes, schedules and stops can be checked in the Herakleio City Bus app or on the Astiko KTEL website.

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Day trips from Heraklion

  • Gázi7 km
  • Arkalochóri24 km
  • Ágios Nikólaos54 km
  • Rethymno60 km

Rules of the road in Greece

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Speed limits
50 / 90 / 130 km/h
Alcohol limit
0.5 ‰
Motorway tolls
motorway tolls paid at the barrier

What kind of car do you need?

Typical capacity for the category — the exact model is confirmed by the rental company at booking.

Frequently asked questions

Greece: which side of the road do they drive on?

On the right. Speed limits are posted at the roadside and differ between towns, open roads and motorways.

Which currency will I be charged in?

Prices are usually set in EUR. The rental company sets both the price and the deposit, and shows them before you book.

Can I drive the car into another country?

Often yes within the EU, but never assume it. Crossing a border has to be allowed by the rental company and usually costs extra, so check the terms before you book.

Where do I park in the centre of Heraklion?

Parking in the centre is paid and marked by zone.

Do I need an International Driving Permit?

A non-EU licence must be accompanied by an International Driving Permit.

What are the speed limits in Greece?

50 km/h in towns, 90 km/h on open roads, 130 km/h on motorways.

Are the motorways tolled?

Motorways charge at the barrier.

Where can I pick up a rental car in Heraklion?

In the city centre: Avis, Sixt and 13 independent offices. In Atsalenio: an independent office. In Agia Marina: 9 independent offices. Elsewhere in the city: 4 independent offices. More rental desks are at Heraklion International Airport "Nikos Kazantzakis".

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