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Driving Tips in Europe

Car Hire Depots
Driving Distances
Driving Licence

Driving Age
Rules and Regulations
Border Crossing

Car Hire Depot information in Europe

DriveAway Holidays offers great competitive rates and choices with reputable suppliers throughout Europe. Our Suppliers are located throughout Europe at airports and city collections for your convenience.

Car Hire Driving Distances in Europe

Austria: Graz to Vienna – 200 kms (2hrs)
Belgium: Antwerp to Brussels – 55 kms (45mins)
Croatia: Dubrovnik to Split – 260 kms (4hrs/ 20mins)
Czech Republic: Prague to Brno – 210 kms (2hrs/ 5 mins)
Estonia: Parnu to Talinn – 130 kms (2hrs)
Biarritz (France) to San Sebastian (Spain) – 55 kms (45 mins)
France: Marseille to Nice – 205 kms (2hrs)
France: Paris to Calais – 400kms (3 hrs)
Germany: Frankfurt to Stuttgart – 205 kms (2 hrs/ 10 mins)
Germany: Berlin to Dresden – 200 kms (2 hrs)
Ireland: Dublin to Cork – 255 kms (3 hrs)
Italy: Florence to Rome – 285 kms (2 hrs/ 50 mins)
Netherlands: Rotterdam to Amsterdam – 74kms ( 1hr)
Portugal: Lisbon to Porto – 320 kms (3 hrs)
Spain: Barcelona to Valencia – 350 kms (3hrs/ 30 mins)
Switzerland: Basel to Zurich – 85 kms (1 hr)
UK: Bristol to Cardiff – 80 kms (1 hr/ 10 mins)
UK: Dover to London – 85 kms (2 hrs)
UK: Manchester to Liverpool – 60 kms (50 mins)

Driving Licence

A full valid driver’s license is required for a minimum of 2 years in some locations. An International licence is required for Australian drivers licence holders in selected destinations. Please check Terms & Conditions at time of booking.

Age Restrictions

Generally the minimum age is 21 years, but can vary between the car hire company and location. Maximum age limits apply in some locations, a young/senior driver surcharge may apply. Please check Terms and Conditions when making an enquiry or booking.

Rules and Regulations

General driving rules and regulations in Europe;

Driving is on the right hand side of the road in most countries of Europe, except for United Kingdom, and Ireland which is on the left.
Obey road signs, traffic lights and speed limits.
Speed is measured in Mileage.
Always carry your licence and international permit while driving.
Seat Belts must be worn by drivers and all passengers.
Mobiles/Cell Phones are prohibited while driving in most countries.

Border Crossing

Once you have planned the countries you wish to visit in Europe, it is a good idea to study each countries laws, entry requirements and car hire supplier travel restrictions. Once you cross the borders and step foot into another country you become subject to all that countries laws. Generally whats required by you when crossing between countries in your car hire is your passport, applicable visa's, vehicle registration or certificate from supplier, travel documents and a cross border fee. Custom Officers will require you to stop at the border gates and ask you to present both passengers and drivers documents for checks, and a vehicle check may even be taken out. Make note that most border crossing within Europe maybe closed during the night.

For more information in each country within Europe regarding Driving Information and Driving Rules, please visit Europe Car Hire and select your desired country.