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Nearest airport
Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
To city centre
6 km
Parking in the centre
Paid zones
Main roads
A1, A13, A14, the Bologna tangenziale
Region
Emilia-Romagna
Population
387,971
City IATA code
BLQ
Time zone
Europe/Rome
Currency
EUR
Driving side
Right-hand traffic
Rental offices
14
Rental companies
10

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Where to pick up a car in Bologna

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Bologna by car

Bologna keeps its arcades dry in every season, kilometres of porticoes that let the university crowd walk from lecture halls to market stalls without an umbrella. Rail and road lines converge here from all directions, and Emilians call it the crossroads of the peninsula.

Driving in Bologna

Bologna is reached by A1, A13, A14 and the Bologna tangenziale. Parking in the centre is paid and marked by zone. Driving through the centre is restricted, so most drivers park on the edge.

Arriving by road

Drivers from Milan usually leave the A1 for the Tangenziale, which is heavily congested at rush hour, while the A13 brings traffic from Ferrara, Padua and Venice and the A14 from the coast. The historic Via Emilia also crosses the city on its way from Milan to the Adriatic. Cars are banned from the city centre during the day.

From the airport without a car

The Marconi Express monorail links Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport with Bologna Centrale railway station and takes contactless bank cards at its gates, one card per passenger. Alternatively, bus 54 from the airport reaches the Birra stop across the elevated motorway, where buses 81 and 91 can be caught to Bologna Centrale.

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Day trips from Bologna

  • Modena37 km
  • Ferrara44 km
  • Ravenna69 km

Rules of the road in Italy

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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

Italy: 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 Bologna?

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 Italy?

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. Payment is by cash, card or an electronic tag.

Where can I pick up a rental car in Bologna?

At Bologna Centrale: Alamo, Autovia, Drivalia, Europcar, Locauto, 4 other companies and an independent office. At Bologna Centrale Alta Velocità: Avis. In the city centre: an independent office. In Croce Coperta: an independent office. In Filanda: an independent office. More rental desks are at Bologna Guglielmo Marconi Airport.

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