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 Latvia Car Rental Mini Guide

Driving in Latvia can be a rewarding experience for travelers looking to explore this Baltic gem. The country's well-maintained road network and efficient infrastructure make it convenient to navigate by car. One of the main benefits is the freedom and flexibility to explore Latvia's diverse landscapes, from the vibrant capital city of Riga to the serene countryside and picturesque coastal areas. With a rental car, you can visit charming medieval towns, pristine national parks, and beautiful lakes at your own pace. Latvia's compact size means that many attractions are within a few hours' drive, allowing you to make the most of your journey. Additionally, road signs are generally clear, and English is widely spoken, making it accessible for international travelers.

Safety and Distances from Main Airports:

Latvia places a strong emphasis on road safety, and the country's roads are generally in good condition. Seat belts are mandatory for all passengers, and driving under the influence of alcohol is strictly prohibited. Speed limits are well-marked and adhered to, with the maximum speed limit on highways typically set at 90 km/h (56 mph).

  • Riga International Airport (RIX) to Riga City Center: Approximately 10 kilometers (6 miles), taking around 20-30 minutes.

  • Riga to Sigulda: Approximately 55 kilometers (34 miles), taking around 1 hour to reach this picturesque town in the Gauja National Park.

  • Riga to Jurmala: Approximately 25 kilometers (16 miles), taking around 30-40 minutes to reach this beautiful seaside resort.

  • Riga to Cesis: Approximately 90 kilometers (56 miles), taking around 1.5 to 2 hours to reach this charming medieval town.

Latvia's road network is designed to provide access to its many attractions, and driving allows you to explore both urban and rural areas easily. While Latvia is generally safe for driving, it's essential to drive responsibly, obey traffic rules, and be mindful of changing road conditions, especially during winter when snow and ice may affect certain routes.


Cheapest car hire in Latvia

Toyota Aygo

4 Adults, 5 Doors

From 16.82 EUR/day
Toyota Aygo

7 Days rental at 117.79 EUR from 22/01/2024

  2 |
  Manual |
  Yes

Toyota Aygo

4 Adults, 5 Doors

From 16.82 EUR/day
Toyota Aygo

7 Days rental at 117.79 EUR from 22/01/2024

  2 |
  Manual |
  Yes

Volkswagen Up

4 Adults, 5 Doors

From 16.85 EUR/day
Volkswagen Up

7 Days rental at 117.99 EUR from 22/01/2024

  2 |
  Manual |
  No

Volkswagen Golf

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 16.00 EUR/day
Volkswagen Golf

7 Days rental at 112.02 EUR from 22/01/2024

  3 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Kia Ceed

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 16.00 EUR/day
Kia Ceed

7 Days rental at 112.02 EUR from 22/01/2024

  3 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Volkswagen Golf

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 16.00 EUR/day
Volkswagen Golf

7 Days rental at 112.05 EUR from 22/01/2024

  3 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Toyota Yaris

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 16.99 EUR/day
Toyota Yaris

7 Days rental at 118.99 EUR from 22/01/2024

  2 |
  Manual |
  No

Toyota Yaris

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 16.99 EUR/day
Toyota Yaris

7 Days rental at 118.99 EUR from 22/01/2024

  2 |
  Manual |
  No

Skoda Fabia

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 17.03 EUR/day
Skoda Fabia

7 Days rental at 119.27 EUR from 22/01/2024

  2 |
  Manual |
  Yes

Skoda Kodiaq

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 27.62 EUR/day
Skoda Kodiaq

7 Days rental at 193.36 EUR from 22/01/2024

  6 |
  Manual |
  Yes

Skoda Kodiaq

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 27.62 EUR/day
Skoda Kodiaq

7 Days rental at 193.36 EUR from 22/01/2024

  6 |
  Manual |
  Yes

Skoda Kodiaq

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 45.81 EUR/day
Skoda Kodiaq

7 Days rental at 320.71 EUR from 22/01/2024

  6 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Toyota Corolla

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 17.98 EUR/day
Toyota Corolla

7 Days rental at 125.92 EUR from 22/01/2024

  4 |
  Manual |
  Yes

Volkswagen Taigo

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 17.98 EUR/day
Volkswagen Taigo

7 Days rental at 125.92 EUR from 22/01/2024

  4 |
  Manual |
  Yes

Toyota Corolla

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 17.99 EUR/day
Toyota Corolla

7 Days rental at 125.96 EUR from 22/01/2024

  4 |
  Manual |
  Yes

Audi e-tron Electric

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 52.64 EUR/day
Audi e-tron Electric

7 Days rental at 368.51 EUR from 22/01/2024

  4 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Nissan Leaf

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 38.87 EUR/day
Nissan Leaf

7 Days rental at 272.11 EUR from 22/01/2024

  3 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Audi e-tron Electric

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 52.64 EUR/day
Audi e-tron Electric

7 Days rental at 368.51 EUR from 22/01/2024

  4 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Toyota Corolla Hybrid

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 39.81 EUR/day
Toyota Corolla Hybrid

7 Days rental at 278.67 EUR from 22/01/2024

  3 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Toyota Corolla Hybrid

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 39.81 EUR/day
Toyota Corolla Hybrid

7 Days rental at 278.67 EUR from 22/01/2024

  3 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Toyota Corolla Hybrid

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 39.81 EUR/day
Toyota Corolla Hybrid

7 Days rental at 278.67 EUR from 22/01/2024

  3 |
  Automatic |
  Yes

Top tips when hiring a car in Latvia

  • Riga AirportDrive on the right-hand side of the road in Latvia
  • Take extra care when driving outside of the major towns and cities as road conditions can be poor
  • There are toll roads in Latvia, you can pay by cash or card but we advise having some change in the car at all times just to be on the safe side
  • Auto5 have an excellent customer rating and offer great value car hire in Latvia
 

Popular car hire destinations in Latvia

Laws and rules of the road when driving in Latvia

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    R

    Road Driving Side

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    50kph

    Urban speed Limit

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    90kph

    Rural Speed Limit

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    90-100kph

    Motorway Speed Limit

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      /Ltr

    Current Petrol Price

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    50mg

    Drink Drive Limit

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    EUR €

    Currency

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    YES

    Tolls

  •  

    21

    Min Rental Age

    18

    Min Driving Age

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    Front and Rear

    Seatbelts

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    Fixed and Mobile

    Speed Cameras

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    Hands Free Only

    Mobile Phones

Compare car rental agents in Latvia

Rental Agent
Locations
Rating (/10)
Customer Reviews
Mini (€/day)
Compact (€/day)
Intermediate (€/day)
Standard (€/day)
 Carwiz
2
8.7/10
12
€ 17.16
€ 12.87
€ 17.98
€ 21.99
 Sixt
7
8.7/10
42
€ 35.44
€ 43.98
€ 75.66
 Green motion
4
8.4/10
96
€ 20.70
€ 20.24
€ 25.62
€ 31.67

Car rental agent statistics in Latvia

  • Highest Rated Agent Icon
    8.7/10
    Highest rated agent:
    SIXT
  • Lowest Rated Agent Icon
    8.4/10
    Lowest rated agent:
    GREEN MOTION
  • Total Number of Reviews Icon
    150
    Total number of reviews in
    Latvia
  • Most Locations Icon
    7
    Most Locations in Latvia:
    SIXT
  • Average Wait Time Icon
    7
    Average wait time
    (Min.)
  • Total Rental Companies Icon
    20
    Total rental companies
     

Average prices per day for car hire in Latvia

ItemPercent
January€ 54
February€ 49
March€ 46
April€ 51
May€ 55
June€ 75
July€ 88
August€ 100
September€ 59
October€ 57
November€ 65
December€ 61
ItemPercent
January€ 47
February€ 42
March€ 40
April€ 43
May€ 46
June€ 62
July€ 74
August€ 92
September€ 53
October€ 53
November€ 58
December€ 55
ItemPercent
January€ 83
February€ 89
March€ 86
April€ 90
May€ 87
June€ 101
July€ 124
August€ 124
September€ 102
October€ 87
November€ 89
December€ 93
ItemPercent
January€ 81
February€ 79
March€ 61
April€ 70
May€ 72
June€ 91
July€ 112
August€ 123
September€ 80
October€ 79
November€ 107
December€ 91
ItemPercent
January€ 100
February€ 95
March€ 95
April€ 91
May€ 104
June€ 104
July€ 128
August€ 132
September€ 107
October€ 99
November€ 97
December€ 97
ItemPercent
January€ 42
February€ 39
March€ 37
April€ 42
May€ 44
June€ 59
July€ 70
August€ 76
September€ 48
October€ 48
November€ 59
December€ 50
ItemPercent
January€ 79
February€ 73
March€ 69
April€ 73
May€ 83
June€ 111
July€ 131
August€ 149
September€ 89
October€ 91
November€ 102
December€ 93
ItemPercent
January€ 74
February€ 68
March€ 60
April€ 73
May€ 71
June€ 98
July€ 123
August€ 147
September€ 76
October€ 73
November€ 91
December€ 82

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*average daily rates based on 7 day rental, search for today's best prices.

Fuel prices in Latvia

DieselUnleaded
Dec , 2022

€ 1.77

€ 1.69

Jan , 2023

€ 1.67

€ 1.61

Feb , 2023

€ 1.68

€ 1.62

Mar , 2023

€ 1.62

€ 1.61

Apr , 2023

€ 1.57

€ 1.64

May , 2023

€ 1.40

€ 1.59

Jun , 2023

€ 1.38

€ 1.56

Jul , 2023

€ 1.43

€ 1.56

Aug , 2023

€ 1.55

€ 1.64

Sep , 2023

€ 1.69

€ 1.72

Oct , 2023

€ 1.71

€ 1.72

Nov , 2023

€ 1.59

€ 1.58

Month, YearDiesel €/ltrUnleaded €/ltr
Nov , 2023 1.59 1.58
Oct , 2023 1.71 1.72
Sep , 2023 1.69 1.72
Aug , 2023 1.55 1.64
Jul , 2023 1.43 1.56
Jun , 2023 1.38 1.56
May , 2023 1.40 1.59
Apr , 2023 1.57 1.64
Mar , 2023 1.62 1.61
Feb , 2023 1.68 1.62
Jan , 2023 1.67 1.61
Dec , 2022 1.77 1.69

Car rental price statistics in Latvia

  • Average Price Icon
    € 77.07
    Average price:
    (per week)
  • Highest Daily Price Icon
    € 756.98
    Highest daily price:
    BMW 5 Series
  • Total Vehicles Icon
    806
    Total cars available
     
  • Most Popular Car Model Icon
    77
    Most popular model:
    Volkswagen Golf
  • Locations with Most Cars Icon
    248
    Location with most cars:
    Riga - Airport
  • Cheapest Daily Price Icon
    € 11.0 per day
    Cheapest daily price:
    THRIFTY - Riga - Airport
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Liepaja
€40.0
 
 
Economy 3 5 2 from €40.0 per day
Standard 4 5 4 from €54.9 per day
Compact 5 5 3 from €44.2 per day
Riga
€27.6
 
 
Mini 3 4 1 from €27.6 per day
Compact 5 5 3 from €29.0 per day
Economy 5 5 2 from €28.2 per day
Ventspils
€40.0
 
 
Economy 3 5 2 from €40.0 per day
Standard 4 5 4 from €54.9 per day
Compact 5 5 3 from €44.2 per day