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To pick up your rental car at Bologna's Central Station with Hertz, exit the front entrance of the station and cross the main square to Via Cesare Boldrini. The Hertz Office is at #4 Via Cesare Boldrini. It’s approximately one block from the station.
Our longstanding business relationships with rental car operators in the Bologna Rail Station terminal makes it so we are able to offer you the best possible rates which you will not find anywhere else (even if you are booking directly with one of these local suppliers). Whether you are are on a fixed income and need to arrange the most inexpensive vehicle available, or you are traveling with significant luggage and need a large van, SUV, or luxury car, you are able to take your choice of the best rental vehicles currently available in Bologna, Italy. Compare rates at the Bologna's Centrale Station with rental rates at Guglielmo Marconi Airport. Choose the best daily rate and save money, choosing the perfect car and price for you using our three-stage car rental search engine on this page. Our seasoned staff of booking agents is available toll-free, any time, around the clock to answer questions about your rental.

This busy train terminal which services hundreds of thousands of passengers each day is located near Bologna’s famous ring road, on the northern outskirts of the city center. Travelers waiting for a train will enjoy the beautiful Piazza delle Medaglie d’Oro outside the main entrance -- a great place to relax and take in some fresh air while waiting for your train to arrive.
Most of the amenities and services in Bologna Central can be found on the ground floor of the station. Sala Blu is an office where travelers can find assistance if they have disabilities. A pharmacy, luggage storage, internet cafe, and more are also available, as are bars and cafes and fast-food eateries. Restrooms can be found on the central underpass and are clearly marked.
Numerous hotels are located near Bologna Central station if you need lodging near the station. Hotel Mercure Bologna Centro (4-star), Starhotels Excelsior (4-star), and UNA Hotel Bologna (4-star) are all right across the street from the station. Auto Europe can help with all of your European travel services. Hotels, transportation, or even recommendations for road trips across Italy. Book and save with Auto Europe today!
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![]() IDP in Italy - To rent a car in Bologna, you are required to present an International Driver's Permit if you are from the United States. You can purchase an IDP from your local AAA for about $20. Learn more about IDP requirements in Italy.
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![]() Car Rental Age Requirements - The rental car age limit set by suppliers in Italy is typically a minimum of 18, but some suppliers will not rent to anyone under 21. There are no maximum age limits but any drivers under 24 will usually have to pay around an additional €20 per day.
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Bologna Central Railway Station
Strada Statale Porrettana,
Bologna, Italy 40121
Telephone: +39 06-3000 (in Italy) / +39 06 68475475 (international)
Latitude: 44.505833
Longitude: 11.341667
General Information: Bologna Central is the railway station servicing Bologna, Italy. It is located at the southern end of the Milan-Bologna high-speed rail line and it also services the three lines which run between Bologna and Florence. Bologna Central Station is the 5th-busiest railway station in Italy in terms of passenger traffic, and if you're traveling to the Bologna region, this is an excellent place to pick-up or drop-off your car rental in Italy.