Rent a Car in Zaragoza, Spain With Competitive Prices and Local Know-How

Check licence and ID requirements early: Bring your driving licence and passport/ID. If your licence is non-EU, confirm whether an International Driving Permit is required by your rental company before you fly.

Plan for motorways, tolls and LEZ rules: Most routes use fast autovías (A-2, AP-68/A-68). Spain has some toll roads in certain regions; check your route and budget time for service areas. If you plan to drive into other cities, verify low-emission zone (LEZ) rules and signage.

Refuel smart: know fuel types and stations: Diesel is usually labelled “Diésel” and petrol as “Gasolina” (often 95/98). Fill up before heading into mountain areas like Moncayo or rural stretches towards Belchite where stations are less frequent.

Use park-and-ride and public car parks in Zaragoza: Zaragoza’s centre is easier with underground car parks or park-and-ride options, especially near El Pilar and the old town where street parking can be limited and restricted.

Choose insurance and deposit terms that match your trip: Compare excess (deductible) levels, windscreen/tyre cover, and deposit holds. If you’re doing longer rural drives, clearer coverage can reduce hassle from minor stone chips on motorways.

Set up navigation and offline backups: Use Google Maps/Waze for live traffic, but download offline maps for rural Aragón where signal can drop. Save key destinations (e.g., Loarre Castle car park) to avoid wrong turns on small roads.

Time your drive around local rhythms: Avoid city centre traffic at school run times and consider that some smaller towns are quieter mid-afternoon. For summer trips, start earlier to park easily and walk comfortably.