Travel information
Languages
Bulgarian, Macedonian, Turkish, AlbanianCurrency
BGNDriving side
Right-hand sideCountry Code
+359Speed limit in town
20 - 50 km/h or 12 - 31 mphSpeed limit out town
90 - 130 km/h or 56 - 81 mph
Why rent a car in Bulgaria?
Although not as well known as some other European countries, Bulgaria is a great place to explore by car. From ancient cities to stunning mountains, sunny beaches on the Black Sea coast and easy access to other interesting destinations in Europe, it is a place to miss at your own peril.
Whn you're in Bulgaria, don't miss these local specialities:
Banitsa - Bulgarians' favorite breakfast. A traditional flaky pastry filled with eggs, cheese, and butter. It goes well with Airyan (a salty yogurt drink) or Boza (a fermented wheat beverage
Meshana Skara - Bulgarian BBQ, including kufte (meatballs with onion), kebapche (long meatballs with spices), and various meat stakes.
Tarator - cold soup made of yogurt, cucumbers, dill, garlic, and walnuts.
Shopska Salata - salad with cucumbers, tomatoes, peppers, onion, olives, and white cheese.
Shkembe Chorba - tripe soup heavily spiced with garlic, red paprika and milk.
Moussaka - a potato-based dish with minced meat with a yogurt-egg-based layer on the top
One-way Car Rentals in Bulgaria
Here are the most popular one-way rental options for pickup in Bulgaria and drop off in another country:
From Bulgaria to Croatia - 143 offers from € 52.47 per day
From Bulgaria to Romania - 15 offers from € 33.43 per day
From Bulgaria to Serbia - 70 offers from € 36.74 per day
From Bulgaria to North Macedonia - 15 offers from € 33.43 per day
From Bulgaria to Bosnia and Herzegovina - 21 offers from € 48.63 per day
Most popular rental car
The most popular rental car in Bulgaria is the VW Polo, but the Renault Clio and the Ford Fiesta are also often picked by travelers.
Car Rental Prices
Convertibles - from € 34 per day
Station wagons - from € 5 per day
Large cars - from € 4 per day
Medium cars - from € 4 per day
Vans - from € 16 per day
Premium cars - from € 30 per day
Small cars - from € 3 per day
SUVs - from € 5 per day
How can I save money on my rental car?
You can do a number of things to get a good car rental deal in Bulgaria:
Compare rates
Book your rental car well in advance
Plan your route before you go
Know your fuel and mileage requirements
The most famous places in Bulgaria
1
Sofia Airport
From € 36.83 per day