One-way rental prices can vary by date, vehicle category and the exact pickup and return locations. Compare more than one option before booking.
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One-way car rental from Rome to Bologna
Rome to Bologna by car
Check the driving distance, estimated time, fuel cost and road-charge information for the Rome to Bologna route.
- 236 mi Driving distance
- 4h 10m Estimated drive time
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$50–$79
Estimated fuel cost
Estimated from the route distance, country fuel prices and a documented passenger-car fuel-consumption range.
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Tolls likely
Road charges
This does not confirm the route is free of charges. Local access rules, low-emission zones and other local fees may still apply.
Car rental prices from Rome to Bologna
See example prices for a three-day one-way rental.
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Small
Fiat 500e or similar
From $54 per day
$161 for 3 days
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Medium
Citroen C3 or similar
From $61 per day
$183 for 3 days
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Large
Peugeot 5008 or similar
From $61 per day
$184 for 3 days
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SUV
Peugeot 2008 or similar
From $70 per day
$211 for 3 days
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Luxury
Ford Mustang or similar
From $112 per day
$335 for 3 days
Example prices observed in a real search. Prices may vary by dates and availability.
How to save on a one-way car rental from Rome to Bologna
- Check nearby dates. Rental prices can change by pickup date and availability. If your schedule is flexible, compare a day or two either side of your planned dates. Another day is not guaranteed to be cheaper.
- Compare more than one car category. In the three-day sample search, Small had the lowest observed total at $161. Medium at $183 and Large at $184 sat almost level with each other, so stepping up from Medium to Large barely moved the sample total, while SUV sat at $211.
- Compare the full one-way total. The booking total is more useful than the daily rate alone. One-way pricing for Rome to Bologna can depend on the vehicle, booking conditions and the exact return location.
- Compare practical pickup and return locations. Stored offers for this route were concentrated on Fiumicino airport-area desks, with Bologna Airport return codes also present in the sample. Compare the combinations that fit your trip. One-way totals can differ by exact rental location.
- Check the mileage allowance on the offer. On a 236 mi Rome to Bologna drive, limited mileage can change the real cost. Confirm the allowance on the car you book.
Tips for a one-way car rental from Rome to Bologna
For this 236 mi Rome to Bologna rental (about 4h 10m), check the A1 toll and the Bologna return setup before you leave.
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If collecting at Fiumicino, check the pickup instructions
Fiumicino rental desks are in Office Tower 2, reached through pedestrian tunnels. Follow autonoleggio signs. The cars are not at the arrivals curb. Confirm the tower entrance on your voucher before you leave baggage claim.
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Know how to pay the A1 toll
The usual run uses the A1 motorway north. Use telepedaggio lanes and keep the entry ticket until the Bologna-area exit. Keep card or cash ready if the rental does not already cover the lanes, and skip device-only lanes unless a compatible unit is supplied.
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Check the A1 mountain section and seasonal requirements
Between Florence-area junctions the A1 has Direttissima and Panoramica sections. Winter equipment can apply from 1 November through 15 April. Confirm the current rule for the exact dates. Do not rely on a previous winter notice.
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Check the approach to your exact Bologna return branch
Bologna historic-centre ZTL cameras apply from 1 January 2026 with a hybrid-access note for some cars. Confirm whether your street sits inside the zone before you enter. Follow the company approach rather than a last-minute shortcut.
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If returning at Bologna Airport, use the rental-car parking in P3 Comfort
Bologna Airport rental returns use P3 Comfort, signed Parcheggio Autonoleggi. Follow those signs. The lot is not at the terminal doors. Confirm the key-return steps on the voucher before arrival.
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Confirm the exact return hours and after-hours procedure
Confirm opening hours and the after-hours key box on the voucher before you leave Rome. A late A1 arrival still has to meet the desk hours. After-hours drop-off is not available at every desk.
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Check the transmission on the selected car
Listed cars showed Automatic appearing more often than Manual. Confirm the transmission on the selected offer before you collect the keys. Do not assume the example name matches the gearbox you need.
Rome to Bologna car rental FAQs
Answers to common questions about one-way rentals and driving from Rome to Bologna.
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One-way car rentals from Rome to Bologna start at $54 per day for Small cars. Medium and Large both start around $61 per day, so stepping up a size class barely moves the price. Prices vary depending on your dates and vehicle availability. Check live prices on AirTrackBot for your trip.
It may already be inside the total you see, or shown separately in the rental conditions — it depends on the company and the offer. Search Rome and Bologna as different locations, then check the full breakdown and the provider’s terms before booking.
Rome and Bologna are about 236 mi (380 km) apart by road, with around 4 hours 10 minutes of driving on the A1 north. At that length, plan for motorway tolls and a solid fuel budget as well as the rental itself.
Yes. The main Rome–Bologna drive uses the A1 toll motorway, with toll booths at Roma Nord and Bologna Casalecchio. No euro amount is published here, so check current charges before you travel. Skipping tolls adds a long diversion on this corridor.
Fuel for Rome to Bologna is roughly $50–$79, before motorway tolls. Actual spend still depends on the car, fuel type, traffic and where you refill.
Almost not. Medium starts at $61 per day and Large at $61 per day — only a tiny step between them. If you want the extra space on the Rome–Bologna hop, Large barely moves the daily rate versus Medium.
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