Car Hire in Rethymno

Compare our Rethymno car hire suppliers discounted rates. Only our suppliers prices are discounted, not the level of service, quality of vehicle, or CDW, mileage or insurance. 24/7 accident assistance help comes as standard.

When driving your car rental on the island of Crete, please remember that the speed limit is 110kph outside of towns, and 120kph on the motorways.

Rethymno Car Rental

To help you get a good deal on your next trip to Crete, we have partnered with a number of companies, that include:- Auto Union, Auto Holidays, Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Europcar, Firefly, Hertz, Olympic, Thrifty, Sixt and Sur Price.

Free cancellation, usually upto 48 hours before collection, and no amendment fees, but subject to any change in vehicle rate, length of rental.

Crete has a drawn out oblong shape, and stretches 60Km from east to west as the crow flies. So jump in your rental car, and see the island, as some parts are only 12Km wide.

Looking to the north, you will find that Crete borders with the Sea of Crete and the Libyan Sea to its south. You can get more information on Crete, courtesy of Greek Tourism Board.

Rethymno hosts the biggest festival in Crete over three weeks during February and March. Heraklion Airport is the main entry point into Crete, which is serviced in the main by charter flights. However Olympic Airways and Agean Air, offer daily flights.

The airport is also known locally as Kazantzakis Airport. We offer car rental at Heraklion airport to make your travel in Crete travel easy and comfortable.

Over six hundred thousand people live on this Mediterranean island, that offers everything from beaches to tall mountains. Crete is one of the thirteen unique regions of Greece. Famed as the biggest island in Greece, it is just smaller than Cyprus.

Crete is one of Europe's best islands for driving a hire car. This is due to the moderate, all year round climate, and a beautiful changing countryside. This was the original capital of Crete and now is the second largest city. Chania, and the surrounding regions, exude Cretan charm and is a perfect destination for a family holiday, that will not be forgotten.

Some of the best driving routes in Crete

Crete is an island full of picturesque landscapes, charming villages, and stunning beaches. Here are some top driving routes that you might enjoy, that are all two hours or under:-

Chania to Elafonissi:- This route takes you through scenic villages and olive groves, leading to the famous pink sand beach of Elafonissi.

Heraklion to Agios Nikolaos:- A coastal drive offering beautiful sea views and passes through the vibrant town of Hersonissos.

Rethymnon to Matala This journey covers diverse landscapes, from mountains to coastlines, and leads to the legendary Matala Beach.

Sitia to Vai Palm Beach:- Drive through the eastern part of Crete, visiting the famous Vai Palm Beach.

Rethymnon to Preveli Beach:- A drive through the mountains and along the coast, ending at the beautiful Preveli Beach, known for its palm forest.

We also offer car hire at these Crete locations:- Agia Pelagia, Agios Nikolaos, Chersonissos, Ierapetra, Plakias, Platanias, Rethymno and Suda Port.

Updated:- 16th June 2025

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