Pula car hire

Rent a hire car from Pula to discover the sights of this gorgeous Croatian city – and the stunning Istrian Peninsula – in total comfort. Hiring your own four wheels will level up your Croatia adventure as it allows you to travel further, be spontaneous, and avoid the hassle of public transport.

Start with picturesque towns like Vodnjan, head inland to explore charming hilltop villages like Motovun or stick to the coast and bounce from one seaside gem to the next.

• Min. age required to hire a car: 21
• Which side of the road: Right
• Credit card requirements: Many car rental companies require credit cards
• Any additional requirements: Driving licence must have been held for a minimum of one year

Hiring a car from Pula Airport (PUY) is easy. The airport has one terminal with local and international car rental firms located in the main hall and the arrivals area. They include:

• Enterprise: +38 599 382 4787
• Avia: +38 552 647 748
• Hertz: +38 55 255 0968
• Autowill: +38 598 984 0228
• Europcar: +38 598 475 346
• Dollar / Thrifty: +38 599 224 4220
• Carwiz: +38 591 409 4440
• AutoUnion car rental: +38 599 670 4721

From the airport, Pula is around a 15-minute drive via the D66. Take the E751 for coastal towns or connect to the A9 motorway heading north to Rijeka.

There are petrol stations near the airport, so you can conveniently refuel on your way back.

Whether you need a hire car from Pula straight away or later in your trip, the historic city is home to plenty of providers. Book in advance online to access better deals and a wider selection of vehicles.

Many of Pula’s car hire firms are dotted around the city near hotels, in the downtown area and close to the main transport hubs. There’s a mix of well-known and local agencies, including:

• Sixt: +38 552 634 880
• Enterprise: +38 599 469 6337
• Manuel: +38 598 983 0337
• Prestigio: +38 599 616 3761
• Vetura: +38 591 494 9627

Navigating the city of Pula can be tricky, especially during peak season. Its historic centre has narrow, cobbled streets and limited parking, so it’s often best to leave your hire car outside the city and explore on foot or via public transport. You’ll find parking options near Verudela and Valsaline Beach. Bear in mind that public parking zones are colour-coded.

Coastal roads can get congested during the high season, particularly near popular tourist spots. There are plenty of cyclists and pedestrians in built-up areas, and you may come across wildlife on rural roads, especially near nature reserves like Kamenjak.

Like many European countries, drivers use the right-hand side of the road. Speed limits are usually 50km/h (31 mph) in urban areas, between 90km/h (56 mph) and 110km/h (68 mph) outside built-up areas and 130km/h (81 mph) on motorways.

Croatia also has toll roads, including the A8 and A9 motorways. You can pay by cash or card at the booths.

It could be worth renting an automatic hire car from Pula. With no need to change gears, it’s one less thing to think about when navigating unfamiliar roads.