Cross Country Car Rental Italy to Switzerland

Book a cross border car hire and travel across international borders from Italy to Switzerland. Find low cost car rental deals from popular companies including Europcar, Sixt, Hertz, Alamo, etc.

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Best Car Rental Companies in Italy

Compare deals and book from these leading car rental companies in Italy, including both international and domestic brands.

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  • Avis Car Rental Italy
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  • Green Motion Car Rental
  • Enterprise Car Rental Italy
  • Europcar Rental Italy
  • Alamo Car Rental Italy
  • Locauto Car Rental Italy
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Popular Car Rental Categories in Italy

Find a perfect car from the widest fleet of vehicles ranging from compact and economy cars to SUVs and luxury vehicles.

Fiat

Mini

Fiat Panda or Similar

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Toyota Yaris Automatic

Economy

Toyota Yaris or Similar

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Peugeot 308 SW

Standard

Peugeot 308 SW or Similar

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Jeep Avenger

SUV

Jeep Avenger or Similar

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Audi A4

Luxury

Audi A4 or Similar

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Mini Cooper

Convertible

Mini Cooper or Similar

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Cheapest Cross Country Car Rental Italy to Switzerland

Hiring a vehicle is more flexible and convenient than trains or taxis for travel plans involving an international trip from Italy to Switzerland. Whether travelling for business or leisure, crossing the Italian borders in a car hire doesn’t have to be a stressful experience when making a reservation through our user-friendly website. Rent a car for cross border travel utilising our website’s straightforward and well-guided process and avail the cheapest prices for the widest selection of well-maintained vehicles.

Popular international car rental companies, including Sixt, Europcar, Alamo, Enterprise, Hertz, National, etc., permit crossing international borders from Italy to Switzerland. However, additional policies and fees are needed, which will be detailed in this informative guide to ensure you make an informed decision. Experience the ultimate European trip from Italy to Switzerland and make an online reservation for your ideal car hire with us today.

Cross-Country Italy to Switzerland

Requirements for Crossing EU Borders from Italy to Switzerland

  • Authorization

    You must obtain prior written permission from the supplier to cross the international border in a hired car. Driving the rented vehicle abroad within the European Union and some neighboring countries is usually permitted. However, it is best to confirm the cross border policy while booking.

  • Cross Border Fee

    The fee for crossing borders in a rented car is generally unavoidable when traveling internationally from Italy to Switzerland. Typically payable at the rental counter during pick-up, this charge varies between suppliers. This fee will be specified in the rental terms section as well as booking voucher.

  • Additional Insurance

    You might need to purchase additional insurance for driving the car hire across international borders. Review the ‘Policies and Coverage’ section specified in the Rental Terms to check various insurance coverage options or contact the support team for more details.

  • Vehicle Category

    Certain car models and categories belonging to the luxury/van classes are not permitted for cross border travel. It’s best to check whether your preferred car model can be booked for travelling across borders by conducting a search query on our website.

Tips for Booking the Best Cross Country Car Rental

  • Upgrade your Italy to Switzerland cross country car rental with optional additional equipment like child seats, booster cushions, GPS navigation system, ski rack, winter tyres, snow chains, additional driver, infant seats, etc, for a stress-free and seamless driving experience. 
  • Utilize our website’s comparison tool for comparing prices among multiple companies offering deals for cross border car rentals and select the most cost-effective option based on your budgetary requirements. 
  • Available for both short (24-hour/one day, weekend, weekly) and long term (multiple months), cross country car rental deals for traveling from Italy to Switzerland can be booked for flexible durations. Owing to their lower daily prices, we recommend booking a long term car rental for substantial savings. 
  • While making a reservation with us, choose from the largest selection of vehicle classes, including economy, SUV, fullsize, SUV, convertible, compact, standard/intermediate, luxury, van/minivan (7-9 seater) groups based on the unique preferences of your itinerary. 
  • Cross country car rentals can be booked for both one way and round-trip journeys, depending on availability from the rental company. However, some companies may restrict driving a rental car one-way from Italy to Switzerland, so it’s best to double-check in advance. 
  • A Swiss vignette for motorway use in Switzerland might be required, therefore, we recommend enquiring about the same when picking up the hired car.

Estimated Cross Border Car Rental Fee – Italy to Switzerland

Here is a table for some of the most popular road trips you can take from Italy to Switzerland.

RoutePopular Pick-up Location (Italy)Popular Drop-Off Location (Switzerland)Estimated Cross Border Fee
Milan to ZurichMilan Malpensa Airport (MXP)Zürich Airport (ZRH)EUR 7.50 per day
Turin to GenevaTurin Airport (TRN)Geneva Airport (GVA)EUR 9.99 per day
Genoa to BaselGenoa Airport (GOA)Basel Airport (BSL)EUR 9.99 per day
Milan to LucerneMilan Malpensa Airport (MXP)Lucerne DowntownEUR 7.50 per day
Bergamo to InterlakenBergamo Airport (BGY)Interlaken DowntownEUR 12.20 per day
Genoa to ZurichGenoa Airport (GOA)Zürich Airport (ZRH)EUR 12.20 per day
Como to LuganoComo DowntownLugano DowntownEUR 12.20 per day
Novara to LausanneNovara DowntownLausanne DowntownEUR 16.00 per day
Turin to MontreuxTurin Airport (TRN)Montreux DowntownEUR 12.20 per day
Verona to ChurVerona Airport (VRN)Chur Railway StationEUR 13.20 per day

*The cross border fee is subject to change without any prior notice. Please check with the supplier at the rental desk for more details.

Frequently Asked Questions

See the updated prices for a range of cross border car rental deals for your preferred route from Italy to Switzerland by simply conducting a search query on our website. Fill in the pick-up/drop-off locations and rental dates in the booking widget on our website and as our system displays deals from leading rental companies including Sixt, Europcar, National, Enterprise, Alamo, Hertz, etc, compare options and select the most cost-effective option based on needs and budget. The prices vary depending on the supplier, pick-up/drop-off locations, car category, optional Extras, insurance, coverages, etc.

If planning to drive your car hire from Italy and return it in Switzerland, a one way fee will be levied as most companies charge for the convenience of returning the car to its original location. The one way fee is included in the final price of the rental, meaning you won’t have to pay anything extra at the rental desk. Refer to the Rental Terms section for detailed information, or contact our customer support team in case of any doubts or queries.

Mandatory documents required for a successful car hire pick up are: valid driver’s license (issued at least 24 months before the date of collection of the vehicle), national identity proof/passport, credit card (issued in the main driver’s name), and a digital copy of the Rental Confirmation Voucher. For renters carrying a driving licence issued by a non-EU country, an International Driving Permit (IDP) will need to be presented as well. We recommend carefully referring to the Rental Terms section for the updated list of documents that will be needed for vehicle collection.

Utilizing our secure booking platform, users can avail the cheapest prices for their preferred cross border route from Italy to Switzerland. We display rental deals from multiple companies under one roof, enabling users to compare options in one go and select the most cost-effective option based on their needs and budget. Making an online reservation well in advance of your trip is another effective approach to benefit from below-average rates.

While collecting the hired car from the rental company’s rental station, you must present a valid credit card in the name of the main driver for a successful pick-up. All major credit cards, including Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Diners, JCB, and UnionPay, are accepted. Prepaid or electronic cards, travel cards, Visa Electron, or Maestro are not accepted. A certain security deposit, depending on the vehicle category, rental period, pick-up/drop-off locations, and insurance packages, is held on the credit card for the duration of the rental to cover any additional traffic fines or penalties. Refer to the Rental Terms section for more information regarding the payment policy.

Yes, many popular car rental companies, including Sixt, Europcar, National, Hertz, Enterprise, Alamo, etc, offer low cost cross border deals for airport car rentals. Simply select your preferred pick-up location for Italy and drop-off location for Switzerland from the drop-down menu and rental dates to browse all one way cross country car rental deals for your preferred international route. Airport car rentals are a popular choice among travelers hoping to start their journey soon after landing. Users can also contact our customer support team via email, chat or voice call to book an offline car hire.

The estimated cross border fee for driving a rental car from Italy to Switzerland will be specified in the Rental Terms section on our website’s search results page. Factors like the pick-up/drop-off locations, rental dates, optional Extras, car category, supplier, insurance, coverages etc determine the final cost for cross border charges. You can also reach out to our customer support team to get a cost estimate.

All major car rental companies allow drivers 21 and above to hire a car for international travel from Italy, except a few that permit drivers as young as 18. A Young Driver Surcharge (specified in Rental Terms section) is levied on drivers under 25, which is not included in the final rental price and is paid in local currency at the rental desk. The applicable young driver surcharge and age policy may differ depending on your selected car category and pick-up location. Additionally, only renters over 30 may hire vehicles from car groups, including Full Size or Premium/Luxury. Refer to the supplier specific Rental Terms for precise information regarding age requirements and restrictions.

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