Stockholm car rental guide
Top 10 Car Rental Companies in Stockholm
The best car rental companies in Stockholm are Sixt, Hertz, Avis. Prices start from €40/day for an economy car, the minimum age is 21, and airport pickup adds about 12%.
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Ranked comparison
Top 10 rental companies in Stockholm
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€43/day
all-in estimate
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#2
Hertz
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €350Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€45/day
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#3
Avis
Top ratedFull-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €350Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€42/day
all-in estimate
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#4
Europcar
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €300Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€41/day
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#5
Budget
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €300Min age 21Free cancellationAirport
From€38/day
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#6
Enterprise
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €350Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€44/day
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#7
Alamo
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €300Min age 21Free cancellationAirport
From€39/day
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#8
National
Full-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €350Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€46/day
all-in estimate
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#9
Thrifty
Local pickFull-to-fullUnlimited mileageDeposit from €250Min age 21Free cancellationAirportDowntown
From€35/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 Stockholm
| Car type | From / day | Example | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|
| Economy | €40 | VW up! | 4 |
| Compact | €46 | Škoda Fabia | 4 |
| SUV | €70 | VW Tiguan | 5 |
| Minivan (7-seat) | €88 | VW Touran | 7 |
| Luxury | €120 | Audi A4 | 5 |
Pickup locations
Where to pick up a car in Stockholm
Airport — Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN)
Arlanda sits about 40km north of central Stockholm; rental desks are grouped in a dedicated car-rental center a short shuttle ride from the terminals.
Downtown — Stockholm city center (Norrmalm / Central Station)
Downtown desks near Central Station suit visitors arriving by train who mainly want a car for archipelago trips or exploring beyond the city.
Fees
Fees at a glance
| Fee | Typical amount | When it applies |
|---|---|---|
| Airport surcharge | ~12% of base rate | ARN airport pickup |
| Young-driver fee (21–24) | €12–25/day | Drivers under 25 |
| Additional driver | €6–10/day | Per extra driver |
| Stockholm congestion tax | Charged automatically on entry/exit during weekday daytime hours | Driving in/out of central Stockholm on weekdays |
| Öresund Bridge toll | Pay-per-crossing, billed via rental company | Driving south toward Malmö and onward to Denmark |
| Refundable deposit | €300–500 | Standard hold at pickup |
Local intelligence
Things to know before renting in Stockholm
- Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) sits about 40km north of the city center, connected by highway and the Arlanda Express train.
- Central Stockholm charges a congestion tax automatically on vehicles entering or leaving the inner city during weekday daytime hours — rental companies typically bill this to the card on file.
- Sweden has no motorway vignette — the main toll costs are the congestion tax in Stockholm and Gothenburg, plus the Öresund Bridge toll toward Denmark.
- Winter tires are legally required in Sweden during the winter months, and rental fleets are fitted accordingly for the season.
- Stockholm is built across 14 islands, so a car is most useful for reaching the archipelago and towns outside the well-connected city center.
- The Öresund Bridge lets drivers continue from Stockholm south to Malmö and across to Copenhagen, Denmark, on one road trip.
- Watch for moose and deer warning signs on rural highways outside Stockholm, especially around dawn and dusk.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about renting a car in Stockholm
Do you need a car in Stockholm?
Not for the city center, which is well served by transit. A car is most useful for reaching the Stockholm archipelago and towns outside the capital.
How far is Arlanda Airport from downtown Stockholm?
About 40km, roughly 40 minutes by car or a faster ride on the Arlanda Express train.
Is there a congestion charge in Stockholm?
Yes, vehicles entering or leaving central Stockholm on weekday daytime hours are charged automatically; rental companies typically bill this afterward.
Do I need a vignette to drive in Sweden?
No, Sweden has no general motorway vignette. The main charges are the Stockholm/Gothenburg congestion tax and the Öresund Bridge toll.
Are winter tires required in Sweden?
Yes, winter tires are legally required during the winter months, and rental cars are fitted for the season automatically.
Can I drive from Stockholm to Denmark?
Yes, via the E4/E20 south to Malmö and across the tolled Öresund Bridge to Copenhagen.
What is the cheapest car type in Stockholm?
Economy cars like a VW up! start around €40/day. An SUV for archipelago or countryside trips starts around €70/day.
