Car hire in Bansko, Bulgaria

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The most popular car rental companies in Bansko

Hiring a car in Bansko: Fast facts

Here's everything you need to know to hit the road happy.
Most popular car hire companyTop Rent a Car
Most popular carPremium/Luxury, 4-5 doors
Average daily priceR 7,752
Best time to book4 weeks before

How to book the best car rental deals in Bansko

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How to find a cheap car hire deal in Bansko

  • Pick up a cheap rental car in Bansko for an average of R 7,752 a day and hit the road happy. We do the hard work for you by searching the best rental providers, making it easy to compare prices and book.

  • Drive off with extra savings by reserving your wheels in November. With average daily rates of R 375, it's the cheapest month to rent a car in Bansko.

  • Pick up a cheap rental car in Bansko by booking in advance. You're more likely to get the car you like and a price you'll love.

  • Check out car hire deals in Bansko from popular providers like Top Rent a Car and Green Rent A Car.

  • The coverage Top Rent a Car or another company offers for your Bansko car hire can differ, so be sure to check the fine print. While some include a collision damage waiver (CDW), others will provide it for an extra charge.

  • Booking one-way could snag you a cheaper rate on your car hire. Providers sometimes offer lower prices when vehicles need to be moved between sites. Simply click 'Return car to a different location' when looking for a car for rent in Bansko.

  • Spend less on fuel by choosing a car hire in Bansko with a 'Fair fuel policy.' You pick up your ride with a full tank and drop it off full, so you're only paying for what you use.

  • Want to explore freely without stressing about the number of miles you clock up? Find rentals with 'Unlimited mileage' under the 'Policies' filter and travel as far as you like without the extra charges.

Compare car hire types in Bansko

  • Small: These cheap rental cars in Bansko may be small in size, but they come with big advantages. Including mini and economy vehicles, they're nimble, great on mileage, and a match made in heaven for city driving.

  • Medium: Not too small, not too big, this is the just-right ride you need in your life. Typically including compact and intermediate cars, they strike a balance of interior space and fuel efficiency and are suited to small families and couples.

  • Large: Offering a more comfortable driving experience and enhanced tech features, this Bansko car hire category includes full-size cars. With larger back seats and plenty of storage space, they let you load up and and take everyone, and everything, with ease.

  • SUV: When the urge to explore hits, an SUV's all in. It's your perfect road trip buddy, ready for highways, country roads, and everything in between. These sports utility vehicles also promise extra space and improved safety features.

  • Van: Go for this vehicle category when you want a car for rent in Bansko that makes light work of heavy loads. Featuring commercial vans and trucks, they're built to carry more, whether that's equipment, baggage or big groups.

Insurance and optional extras

  • Excess insurance covers the fee you'd have to pay if your Bansko car hire is damaged or stolen. While not compulsory, you'll be glad to have it if something goes wrong. Keep in mind that policies differ from one provider to another, so make sure you know exactly what's offered.

  • From GPS units to mobile Wi-Fi, the right extras can make all the difference. Consider which features will help you make the most of your trip when you rent a car in Bansko.

Good to know

  • Rental age requirements aren't the same everywhere. Companies can set their own policies, and if you're under the minimum age, you could face extra fees or restrictions. Check what rules apply with each supplier before booking your rental in Bulgaria.

  • If you're travelling with kids, check if you should add a child car seat to your Bansko car hire reservation. Whether required by local laws or not, they're always the safest way for youngsters to travel.

Hit the road: Where to drive from Bansko

  • Lock in an epic car hire deal in Bansko and then get ready to discover the city's most popular attractions, like Bansko Ski Lift and Ski centre Bansko (Gondola upper lift). Whether you drive or get there another way, you'll want to check out these highlights before leaving town.

  • Feel right at home in Bansko by staying at Saint George Palace Aparthotel or Guest House Planinski Zdravets.

  • Shift gears and head toward Sofia. Around 97 kilometres north of central Bansko, you'll find must-do sights like Free Sofia Tour and Boyana Church.

  • Best Western Terminus Hotel and Hotel Anel are popular accommodation options in Sofia.

  • Alternatively, collect your cheap car hire in Bansko and drive around 97 kilometres north-west to Pernik. Featuring Underground Mining Museum and Memorial Park, its highlights live up to the hype.

  • Hotel Elit and Heart of Pernik Apartment are comfortable places to stay in Pernik if you've got more than a quick stop in mind.

  • Keep the momentum going and road-trip it to Pleven, around 193 kilometres north-east of Bansko. Make your first stop Pleven Epopee 1877, then head to Regional Historical Museum.

  • Close your eyes and rest in Pleven at Hotel Rostov. Park Hotel Kaylaka has a soft bed ready for you too.

Frequently asked questions

On average, hiring a car in Bansko will set you back around R 7,752 per day or R 25,623 per week. 
The cheapest car to rent in Bansko is an economy estate (sometimes known as a station wagon). The most popular is Premium/Luxury, 4-5 doors.
The cheapest car hire company in Bansko is currently Top Rent a Car, followed by Toprent.
Bagging the best car hire deal depends on when you book  – often, it pays to book your wheels as far in advance as possible. But according to our data, the cheapest month to rent a car in Bansko is currently November.
On average, around R 25,623. But the best price we found for car hire for a week in Bansko is R 11,528.
Based on everything we know about daily prices, the average cost to hire a car in Bansko for a whole month is R 78,681. 

But sometimes, you'll get a discount for booking a whole month instead of 3 and a half weeks. So play with your dates to find the best deals!
If you're looking for freedom to explore Bansko, choose a car with unlimited mileage, or look for car hire deals with a ’full to full' fuel policy as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

We also clearly highlight car and van hire options in Bansko that have free cancellation
Yes – you can easily find car hire companies that allow you to pick up your car in one place, and then drop it off in another. Just select ‘Return car to a different location’ when you search with us.
Public transport can only get you so far, and could be tricky to navigate with children or luggage. With your own set of wheels, you can go wherever you want, whenever you want, for as long as you want. And you'll be able to discover more outside of Bansko.
Most places – Bansko included – allow under 25s to rent a car as long as they provide a valid driver's license and the correct documentation. It may cost slightly more due to a higher insurance excess for young drivers. 
The cheapest price we found for an economy car is R 5,824 per day. The average price per day is around R 6,169.
Of course. Most major car hire companies like Top Rent a Car, Low Cost Cars and Toprent offer baby and child seats as an add-on when you book.
Other travellers rated Low Cost Cars as the best overall in terms of experience.
We search the internet for all kinds of vehicle hire deals, including vans. But at the moment, we can't find any van hire in Bansko.