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Driving in Barcelona: What to expect on the road
Documents you'll need A licence, passport and credit card are essential. To rent a car in Barcelona, you’ll need a valid driving licence, passport and credit card. An International Driving Permit (IDP) may be required if your licence is not in English or EU-issued. |
Navigating city driving Well-signposted but often congested. Driving in Barcelona involves wide boulevards, strict lane rules, and heavy traffic. Navigation apps are useful to avoid low-emission zones and get real-time route updates. |
Tolls, emissions zones and charges Low-emission zones apply in most of the city. Barcelona has a ZBE (Low Emission Zone) that restricts older vehicles. Toll roads in Barcelona are also common on longer routes. Check if your hire car qualifies and pay online or through the rental firm. |
Parking your car in Barcelona Parking spaces are limited and time-restricted in most places. Parking in Barcelona is colour-coded — blue zones are paid, green zones are for residents. Street spaces fill up quickly, especially near the centre. Multi-storey car parks and hotel options are often more reliable. |
Finding fuel or charging points Fuel is easy to find — EV charging is improving. Petrol stations are common across Barcelona. EV charging stations Barcelona are increasing, with apps like Electromaps or PlugShare helping you locate and access chargers. |
Local driving style and tips Driving is busy but manageable with care. Motorbikes and mopeds often move between lanes in busy areas. Keep an eye out in slower traffic, follow the speed limit, and expect extra activity near crossings and busier junctions. |
Get the best car hire deal at Barcelona Airport with Budget
Taking a some time to look for the best deal can seem a little daunting. But Skyscanner does the hard work for you. In a matter of seconds, we scan hundreds of trusted travel providers so you can pick the best car hire deal for you. These tips will help you make the most of your booking search:Get the best car hire deal at Barcelona Airport with Budget
Taking a some time to look for the best deal can seem a little daunting. But Skyscanner does the hard work for you. In a matter of seconds, we scan hundreds of trusted travel providers so you can pick the best car hire deal for you. These tips will help you make the most of your booking search:Getting the best price
It can be tricky to know if you’re getting a good price when it comes to car hire. The cheapest Budget car rental price we could find at Barcelona Airport is $55 per day. Certain cars can also save you cash. The cheapest car to rent is usually a type of Small.
Pick-up options
Collect your rental car at the airport with ease by selecting the right pick-up option for you. You could collect your car at the airport, be met by Budget staff or even get a shuttle bus to the pick-up location. Whatever you'd prefer, Budget could offer you a range of options. Just start your car hire search and filter by 'Pick-up' options.
No waiting around
Beat the queues by booking a car hire deal that lets you pick up your rental car without the hassle. With self-service pick-up there’s no queuing to get keys or hand documents over. Which means more time on the road and less time hanging around rental offices. Simply tick ‘Self-service pick-up’ when you’re searching for a deal.
Try electric or hybrid
Want to travel with less impact on the planet and drive with fewer pit stops? With Budget, you could rent an electric or hybrid car. Just tick ‘electric’ or ‘hybrid’ when you do your search.
Go automatic
If you prefer to drive an automatic car, Budget has got you covered. With automatic car hire options available at Barcelona Airport, you won't have to worry about driving a manual. Tick ‘automatic’ when you start your search, and we’ll do the rest.
Rent a car long term, if you need to
Looking to rent a car with Budget for a little longer than a couple of weeks? No problem. Just enter your preferred dates when you search and we’ll show you what’s available. Keep in mind that renting for a full month could be cheaper than three weeks.
Rent a car when under 25
Looking to rent a car with Budget at Barcelona Airport and are under 25? No stress! You can. Just bear in mind that rental companies may apply extra charges and restrictions. When you start your search, simply un-tick ‘Driver aged between 25 - 75’ and enter how old you are.
Go with the right company
Not set on renting with Budget? It could make sense to consider other companies too. The top car hire companies most people book with at Barcelona Airport are Record go, NIZACARS and Goldcar. The cheapest car hire companies at Barcelona Airport are Goldcar, Click and Rent and Record go. Take a look today and see if you could get a better car hire deal with another company.
