Pisa car rental guide
Top 10 Car Rental Companies in Pisa
The best car rental companies in Pisa are Sixt, Avis, Hertz. Prices start from €22/day for an economy car, the minimum age is 21, and airport pickup adds about 15%.
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Top 10 rental companies in Pisa
Ranked by customer rating, price transparency and pickup convenience. Each opens a pre-filled search.
#1
Sixt
Editor’s pickFull-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €250Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€24/day
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#2
Avis
Top ratedFull-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €250Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€25/day
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#3
Hertz
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €250Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€26/day
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#4
Europcar
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €300Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€23/day
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#5
Enterprise
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €300Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€26/day
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#6
Budget
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €250Min age 21Free cancellationAirport
From€22/day
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#7
Maggiore
Local pickFull-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €250Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€22/day
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#8
Locauto
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €250Min age 21Free cancellationAirport
From€21/day
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#9
Goldcar
Cheapest headline — read fuel termsFull-to-emptyUnlimited mileageDeposit from €200Min age 21Free cancellationAirport
From€19/day
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Prices are indicative market estimates · Last checked 2026-07-21 · 2 public sources (DiscoverCars + market data)
Price guide
Prices by car type in Pisa
| Car type | From / day | Example | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|
| Economy | €22 | Fiat Panda | 4 |
| Compact | €27 | Fiat 500X | 5 |
| SUV | €43 | Jeep Renegade | 5 |
| Minivan (7-seat) | €60 | Volkswagen Touran | 7 |
| Luxury | €84 | Alfa Romeo Giulia | 5 |
Pickup locations
Where to pick up a car in Pisa
Airport — Pisa International Airport – Galileo Galilei (PSA)
Tuscany’s main airport sits about 2km south of Pisa’s centre. Rental desks are in the arrivals area; the "PisaMover" automated shuttle links the terminal to Pisa Centrale train station in about 5 minutes, making PSA a common start point for Tuscany road trips even when staying in Florence.
Downtown — Pisa city centre / Pisa Centrale
A handful of desks operate near Pisa Centrale station, but the airport branches carry far wider fleet availability. The Leaning Tower and Piazza dei Miracoli sit inside a restricted-traffic ZTL zone — park outside and walk in.
Fees
Fees at a glance
| Fee | Typical amount | When it applies |
|---|---|---|
| Airport surcharge | ~15% of base rate | Any PSA airport pickup |
| Young-driver fee (21–24) | €18–30/day | Drivers under 25 |
| Additional driver | €8–13/day | Per extra driver |
| ZTL fine (historic centre) | €80–100+ per entry | Driving into the restricted Piazza dei Miracoli / centro zone |
| Autostrada tolls (A11 / A12) | ~€1 per 7–8 km | Motorway travel toward Florence, Lucca or the coast |
| Refundable deposit | €250–500 | Standard hold at pickup |
Local intelligence
Things to know before renting in Pisa
- Pisa’s Galileo Galilei (PSA) is Tuscany’s busiest airport and, for many visitors, a cheaper and less congested place to pick up a car than Florence’s own airport.
- The airport is only about 2km from Pisa’s centre, linked to Pisa Centrale station by the automated PisaMover shuttle in roughly 5 minutes.
- Florence is about 85km (≈1h10) from Pisa via the toll-free FI-PI-LI superstrada, so many travellers fly into PSA and drive on rather than paying Florence-airport rates.
- The Leaning Tower and Piazza dei Miracoli sit inside a ZTL (limited-traffic zone) — entering by car without a permit triggers automatic fines, so park in a peripheral lot and walk.
- Pisa is a natural base for a Tuscany road trip: Lucca is ~30 minutes away, the Cinque Terre about 1h30, and Florence, Siena and San Gimignano are all comfortable day drives.
- Budget-brand "headline" rates (e.g. full-to-empty fuel policies) are common at PSA — always read the fuel and deposit terms before choosing the cheapest quote.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about renting a car in Pisa
Is it better to rent a car at Pisa airport or in Florence?
Pisa (PSA) is often cheaper and less congested than Florence airport, and the two are only about an hour apart on the toll-free FI-PI-LI road. If your trip centres on western Tuscany, the coast or Cinque Terre, picking up at PSA usually makes sense; for eastern Tuscany you might compare both.
How do I get from Pisa airport to the city or train station?
The automated PisaMover shuttle connects the terminal to Pisa Centrale station in about 5 minutes. If you’re renting a car, the desks are right in the arrivals area, so you can drive off directly.
Can I drive to the Leaning Tower?
Not into the immediate square — Piazza dei Miracoli is inside a restricted ZTL zone, and unauthorised entry brings automatic fines. Use one of the peripheral car parks and walk the short distance in.
Do I need a car to visit Pisa itself?
No — central Pisa is compact and walkable, and the airport is a short shuttle ride from the centre. A rental car makes sense mainly if you’re continuing into Tuscany, Lucca, the coast or Cinque Terre.
What’s the cheapest way to rent a car in Pisa?
Economy models like a Fiat Panda start around €22/day as an indicative rate, with budget brands sometimes headlining lower. Watch for full-to-empty fuel policies and deposit terms, which can erase the saving — a name-brand all-inclusive rate is often better value overall.
Are there tolls when driving from Pisa to Florence?
The most common route, the FI-PI-LI superstrada, is toll-free. If you instead use the A11 or A12 autostrada you’ll pay motorway tolls of roughly €1 per 7–8km.
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