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SIXT Car Rental in Hungary
Choose SIXT for a premium car rental in Hungary and enjoy customer-centric service. Pickups and returns are easy at our convenient locations, including Budapest Airport 2B Terminal. Secure a compact sedan for city driving, a station wagon, or an SUV for the whole family.
Whether you're attending a conference at Budapest Congress Center or taking a road trip to the Balaton Uplands, booking a SIXT rental car in Hungary is the best way to satisfy your wanderlust or make the most of a business trip.
Driving Tips for Hungary
Stay safe on the road with these driving tips for Hungary:
- Headlights: :** You must use low-beam—or dipped—headlights at all times outside built-up areas. However, it’s illegal to use high-beam (also called full-beam) lights in densely populated areas.
- Speed Limits: Expect speed limits of 50 km/h (31 mph) in cities, 90 km/h (56 mph) on open roads, and up to 130 km/h (80 mph) on motorways.
- Winter Driving: If you rent a car between November and March, you may experience snowy or icy roads. Make sure your vehicle is outfitted with winter tires or snow chains.
- Right of Way: Always give way to buses and trolleys/trams. Tramways are marked with a red-bordered triangular sign with a trolley inside.
- Flashing Headlights: Hungarians will flash their headlights to signal you have the right of way, and they want you to go.
- On your Right: People drive on the right-hand side of the road in Hungary.
Before you start your trip, be sure to read our extra driving tips for Hungary to help you stay safe during your visit.
Best places to visit in Hungary
Book a car rental in Hungary with SIXT and enjoy the freedom to make your own itinerary.
- Lake Balaton: Central Europe’s largest lake, Lake Balaton is surrounded by small villages and picture-perfect picnic destinations. This freshwater lake has many beaches you can access with your SIXT car during the summer.
- Budapest: Experience the best of the capital city, including Buda Castle and Fisherman's Bastion, when you rent a car in Hungary with SIXT. Find affordable parking at Arena Plaza.
- Vác: Only a 20-mile drive from Budapest, Vác offers a relaxed atmosphere on the banks of the Danube River. Here visitors can explore the crypt at the Tragor Ignác Museum or learn about the rich history of the region.
Although Hungary is quite a compact country, a SIXT rental car is the best way to experience famous tourist sites and off-the-beaten-path destinations.
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Good to know when renting in Hungary
We accept all major credit cards in Hungary and debit cards*, but not cash. * Acceptance of debit cards (except Mastercard Maestro) is only possible for selected categories.
You are allowed to take your SIXT rental from Hungary into other EU countries. Traveling to other European countries is only allowed with certain car categories. Prior approval and an additional fee are required.
Select the flexibility option when booking and change or cancel your reservation if your plans change.
We generally allow one-way rentals between SIXT stations in Hungary, depending on the rental rate.
All drivers need a valid license held for at least 1 year, plus an ID or passport. If your license uses a non-Roman alphabet like Cyrillic, you will need an international driving permit.
The minimum age for a SIXT rental in Hungary is 21, with a license held for at least 1 year. Some car categories have a higher minimum age and a young driver surcharge applies to those under 25.
