Oslo car rental guide
Top 10 Car Rental Companies in Oslo
The best car rental companies in Oslo are Sixt, Hertz, Avis. Prices start from €42/day for an economy car, the minimum age is 21, and airport pickup adds about 12%.
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Top 10 rental companies in Oslo
Ranked by customer rating, price transparency and pickup convenience. Each opens a pre-filled search.
#1
Sixt
Editor’s pickFull-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €350Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€45/day
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#2
Hertz
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €350Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€47/day
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#3
Avis
Top ratedFull-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €350Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€44/day
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#4
Europcar
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €300Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€43/day
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#5
Budget
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €300Min age 21Free cancellationAirport
From€40/day
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#6
Enterprise
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €350Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€46/day
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#7
Alamo
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €300Min age 21Free cancellationAirport
From€41/day
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#8
National
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €350Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€48/day
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#9
Thrifty
Local pickFull-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €250Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€37/day
base rate
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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 Oslo
| Car type | From / day | Example | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|
| Economy | €42 | VW up! | 4 |
| Compact | €48 | Škoda Fabia | 4 |
| SUV (AWD available) | €74 | VW Tiguan 4Motion | 5 |
| Minivan (7-seat) | €92 | VW Touran | 7 |
| Luxury | €125 | Audi A4 | 5 |
Pickup locations
Where to pick up a car in Oslo
Airport — Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL)
Gardermoen sits about 50km north of central Oslo; the Flytoget express train connects it to downtown, and rental desks are grouped in the terminal's ground-transport area.
Downtown — Oslo city center (near Oslo S / Central Station)
Downtown desks near Oslo Central Station suit visitors arriving by train who want a car mainly for fjord drives and day trips beyond the city.
Fees
Fees at a glance
| Fee | Typical amount | When it applies |
|---|---|---|
| Airport surcharge | ~12% of base rate | OSL airport pickup |
| Young-driver fee (21–24) | €12–25/day | Drivers under 25 |
| Additional driver | €6–10/day | Per extra driver |
| AutoPASS toll roads | Charged per crossing, billed automatically via rental company | Driving through Oslo's ring roads, tunnels, or most Norwegian highways |
| Snow chains / studded tires (mountain routes) | Included with winter fitment, confirm at pickup | Driving mountain passes in winter conditions |
| Refundable deposit | €300–500 | Standard hold at pickup |
Local intelligence
Things to know before renting in Oslo
- Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL) sits about 50km north of downtown, connected by the fast Flytoget express train as well as the E6 highway.
- Norway uses the AutoPASS electronic toll system on most highways, tunnels, and city ring roads — tolls are read automatically and billed through the rental company afterward.
- Winter tires are legally required in Norway during winter months, and mountain routes can also require snow chains during heavy snowfall.
- Norway has no motorway vignette — instead, tolls are collected electronically via AutoPASS at gantries around Oslo and along many national highways.
- Norway's road network includes many mountain passes and long tunnels, so a rental car with proper winter equipment is often essential for exploring beyond Oslo, especially toward the fjords.
- Watch for elk and reindeer warning signs on rural highways outside Oslo, particularly at dawn and dusk.
- Oslo's city center has congestion pricing rings similar to Stockholm's, with charges collected automatically through AutoPASS.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about renting a car in Oslo
Do you need a car in Oslo?
Not for the compact city center, which is well served by transit. A car becomes valuable for reaching the fjords, mountains, and towns outside Oslo.
How far is Gardermoen Airport from downtown Oslo?
About 50km, roughly 45 minutes by car, or a faster ride on the Flytoget express train.
Do I need to pay tolls when driving in Norway?
Yes, Norway uses the AutoPASS electronic toll system on many highways, tunnels, and Oslo's ring roads; tolls are read automatically and billed via your rental company.
Do I need a vignette to drive in Norway?
No, Norway has no motorway vignette. Instead, most toll roads are covered by the automatic AutoPASS system.
Are winter tires required in Norway?
Yes, winter tires are legally required during the winter months, and mountain routes may also require snow chains in heavy snowfall.
Is a rental car useful for the Norwegian fjords?
Yes — most fjord towns and scenic routes near Oslo have limited public transport, so a car with proper winter equipment is the most flexible way to explore them.
What is the cheapest car type in Oslo?
Economy cars like a VW up! start around €42/day. An AWD SUV for mountain or fjord routes starts around €74/day.
