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Rent a Car in Sarajevo

Pick up at Sarajevo International (SJJ), then follow the scenic M17 south through the Neretva canyon to Mostar, or climb to Jahorina and Bjelašnica for the day. Compare providers and book with free cancellation — what you see is what you pay.

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Car rental providers: Enterprise, Alamo, Avis, Hertz, Budget, Europcar, Thrifty and Sixt

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We compare the international firms that operate at Sarajevo International (SJJ) alongside established Bosnian agencies, so you can weigh price, fuel policy and insurance excess side by side and book the car that actually fits your trip — with free cancellation on most rates.

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Why hiring a car in Sarajevo is worth it

Sarajevo is the capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina and the natural gateway to the rest of the country, but its real rewards sit out on the open road. The old Ottoman bazaar of Baščaršija and the war-history memorials around the city are walkable, yet the moment you want to reach the Drina valley and Višegrad to the east, or the mountains of Jahorina and Bjelašnica to the south, the timetables thin out fast. Buses connect the bigger towns, but they run on their own schedule and skip the villages and viewpoints in between.

The classic drive is the M17 south through the Neretva canyon to Mostar, around 130 km of dramatic river gorge and old stone bridges that no day-tour does justice to. With your own car you stop where you like — a roadside trout restaurant near Konjic, a ski village out of season, a quiet stretch of the Drina. For anything beyond a couple of days in the city, car hire almost always works out cheaper and far more flexible than chaining together organised excursions.

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Six vehicle categories, all bookable today. Free cancellation, pay at pickup and unlimited mileage on most rentals.

Most Popular White compact car at a car rental lot ready for pickup

Compact — Toyota Corolla or similar

Compact · Automatic · 4 passengers · 2 large bags

★★★★★ 4.4 / 5 · 80,000 reviews

€42/day from €29/day

  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pickup
  • Unlimited mileage on most bookings
  • Pay at pickup — nothing charged today
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Family Favourite Silver midsize SUV parked outside a rental office with luggage beside it

Midsize SUV — Ford Edge or similar

Midsize SUV · Automatic · 5 passengers · 3 large bags

★★★★★ 4.6 / 5 · 120,000 reviews

€78/day from €59/day

  • Plenty of room for car seats and weekend luggage
  • Additional driver free for spouse / partner
  • 24/7 roadside assistance included
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Full-size Sedan — Toyota Camry or similar

Full-size · Automatic · 5 passengers · 3 large bags

★★★★★ 4.5 / 5 · 95,000 reviews

€92/day from €69/day

  • Recent fleet (typically under 2 years old)
  • Comfortable, quiet motorway cruiser
  • Apple CarPlay / Android Auto on most models
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Economy — Hyundai Accent or similar

Economy · Automatic · 4 passengers · 1 large bag

★★★★★ 4.2 / 5 · 45,000 reviews

€34/day from €22/day

  • Our cheapest daily rate
  • Fuel-efficient — low running costs on long trips
  • Easy to park in tight city and old-town streets
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Standard SUV — Chevrolet Equinox or similar

Standard SUV · Automatic · 5 passengers · 3 large bags

★★★★★ 4.4 / 5 · 70,000 reviews

€84/day from €65/day

  • Unlimited mileage on most bookings for road trips
  • Comfortable for 4–6 hour drives
  • One-way rentals available between cities
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Premium / Convertible — BMW 5 Series or similar

Premium · Automatic · 5 passengers · 3 large bags

★★★★★ 4.6 / 5 · 38,000 reviews

€159/day from €119/day

  • Recent premium fleet
  • Upgrade to convertible available on request
  • Premium counter with shorter wait times
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Transparent pricing, flexible bookings and real human support — on every rental, no exceptions.

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This week's rental deals

New deals every Monday. Prices and availability change fast — book now and pay at pickup.

Light-coloured convertibles on a sunny coastal road Save 30%

Spring compact deal

Compact rentals from €19/day during the spring season. Free cancellation, unlimited mileage and pay at pickup — perfect for a weekend getaway.

€28/day from €19/day

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Standard SUV parked at a coastal overlook at sunset Best Seller

Weekly SUV road trip deal

Standard SUV from €189 for the full week — perfect for coastal routes, mountain escapes and long-distance drives. Unlimited mileage included.

€269/week from €189/week

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Express pickup deal

Full-size sedan with skip-the-queue pickup at downtown offices. From €59/day, free cancellation, no hidden surcharges in the rate.

€95/day from €59/day

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Weekend convertible deal

Premium convertible from €89/day on Friday–Sunday pickups. Limited fleet — sells out fast on holiday weekends.

€119/day from €89/day

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Our fleet at a glance

Category, daily rate, cancellation and mileage — choose in 30 seconds.

CategoryBest forPaxCancellationMileageFrom / day
CompactMost Popular Day trips & weekends4Up to 48 hUnlimited €29 Book
Midsize SUVFamily Favourite Family travel5Up to 24 hUnlimited €59 Book
Full-size SedanBusiness Pick Work / premium5Up to 48 hUnlimited €69 Book
EconomyLowest Rate Cheapest daily rate4Up to 24 hUnlimited €22 Book
Standard SUVLong Trips Long-distance drives5Up to 48 hUnlimited €65 Book
Premium / ConvertiblePremium Special occasions5Up to 24 hUnlimited €119 Book
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What to know before you drive in Sarajevo

  • You drive on the right. Traffic in Bosnia and Herzegovina keeps to the right and overtakes on the left. If you're coming from the UK or Ireland, take your first junctions and roundabouts slowly — the bulk of the car now sits on your left. Dipped headlights are required day and night, so leave them on.
  • Pickup is easy at the airport or in town. Most visitors collect at Sarajevo International (SJJ), a small, manageable airport just southwest of the centre near Ilidža, where the desks sit a short walk from arrivals. You can also pick up downtown if you'd rather explore Baščaršija on foot first and grab the car when you head out of the city. Compare Sarajevo car hire prices →
  • The roads are a real mix. The A1 motorway running north toward Zenica and the main M17 toward Mostar are good, but plenty of routes into the mountains and east toward Višegrad are older, winding two-lane roads. Allow more time than the distance suggests, watch for slow trucks on the climbs around Ivan Saddle, and take it gently in winter when ice and snow reach the higher passes around Jahorina and Bjelašnica.
  • Fuel and tolls. Petrol stations are common along the M17 and the A1 but sparser on the mountain back roads toward the Drina, so fill up before a long leg. The A1 motorway is tolled — keep some local currency (convertible marka, BAM) or a card handy for the booths.
  • Licence, permits and insurance. A UK or EU photocard licence is accepted for short tourist stays; if your licence isn't in the Latin alphabet, carry an International Driving Permit alongside it. Bring your passport and a credit card in the main driver's name for the deposit. Basic cover (CDW) leaves you liable for an excess on any damage — cutting it to zero at booking is usually cheaper than the cover sold at the desk.
  • Crossing into Croatia or Montenegro. If you plan to drive on to the coast or continue our Mostar route and over a border, tell the rental company in advance — you'll often need a Green Card document and sometimes written permission for cross-border travel, and not every car is cleared to leave Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Where to pick up your car in Sarajevo

Most travellers collect at Sarajevo International (SJJ) near Ilidža, while downtown desks suit anyone exploring Baščaršija on foot first.

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Frequently asked questions

Questions our customers actually ask before booking.

Is it worth renting a car in Sarajevo?
For anything beyond a day or two, yes. The city centre is walkable, but the best of the country — the M17 to Mostar, the Drina valley and Višegrad, the Jahorina and Bjelašnica mountains — is poorly served by public transport. A car lets you stop where you like and reach places the buses skip.
What do I need to rent a car in Sarajevo?
A valid driving licence, a credit card in the main driver's name for the deposit, your passport for ID, and usually to be 21 or over (with a young-driver surcharge under 25). A UK or EU licence is accepted for short stays; carry an International Driving Permit too if your licence isn't in the Latin alphabet.
Which side of the road do you drive on, and what are the roads like?
You drive on the right in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The A1 motorway and the main M17 toward Mostar are good, but many mountain and eastern routes are older, winding two-lane roads, so allow extra time and take care in winter snow around Jahorina and Bjelašnica.
Can I pick up my hire car at Sarajevo airport?
Yes. Providers have desks at Sarajevo International (SJJ), a small airport near Ilidža a short distance from the centre, with cars collected just steps from arrivals. You can also choose a downtown pickup if you'd rather sightsee on foot first. Compare Sarajevo car hire prices →
Can I drive my rental car from Sarajevo to Mostar or across the border?
The M17 to Mostar (about 130 km through the Neretva canyon) is a straightforward, scenic drive. For crossing into Croatia or Montenegro, tell the rental company first — you'll usually need a Green Card and sometimes written cross-border permission, and not every car is cleared to leave Bosnia and Herzegovina.
Which car rental companies can I compare in Sarajevo?
You can compare the international rental firms present at Sarajevo International (SJJ) alongside trusted local Bosnian agencies that often know the mountain routes and border paperwork best. Rather than fixing on one brand, compare them together on price, fuel policy and insurance excess to find the best deal for your dates.

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