Good to know
- Nearest airport
- Lamezia Terme International Airport (SUF)
- To city centre
- 8 km
- Parking in the centre
- Mostly free
- Main roads
- A2, SS18
- Region
- Calabria
- Population
- 67,026
- City IATA code
- SUF
- Time zone
- Europe/Rome
- Currency
- EUR
- Driving side
- Right-hand traffic
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Lamezia Terme by car
Lamezia Terme was assembled from three separate towns on the Calabrian isthmus, the narrowest waist of the peninsula. Trains, planes and long-distance buses all funnel through the same gap between two seas.
Driving in Lamezia Terme
Lamezia Terme is reached by A2 and SS18. Parking in the centre is mostly free.
Arriving by road
Lamezia lies right beside the A2 Salerno-Reggio Calabria Motorway, and state road 288 connects the city with Catanzaro.
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Day trips from Lamezia Terme
- Catanzaro27 km
- Cosenza38 km
- Tropea48 km
Rules of the road in Italy
- 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 Lamezia Terme?
Street parking in the centre is mostly free.
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 Lamezia Terme?
More rental desks are at Lamezia Terme International Airport.







