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Why rent a car in Montenegro
Montenegro is tiny — you can cross the whole country in three hours — but buses are slow, infrequent, and skip the best spots. A rental car lets you drive from the Adriatic coast to Durmitor National Park in half a day, stop wherever you want along the Bay of Kotor, and cross into Croatia, Albania, or Bosnia without waiting for anyone.
TakeCars connects you directly with verified local car owners across Montenegro. Every listing shows real photos, and the price you see includes insurance, delivery, and all taxes — locked in before you book.
What travelers actually do with their rental cars
- Matej 🇸🇰 picked up a Skoda Fabia at Podgorica Airport and road-tripped across the whole country. "We didn't even have to pay a deposit. The car looked brand new."
- Bartosz 🇵🇱 rented a Renault Megane (got a BMW 1 Series instead). Drove through Croatia, Albania, and Bosnia. "The most important thing is that we got where we wanted."
- Waldemar 🇩🇪 needed a second driver, full insurance, and cross-border access. "It was cheaper than international companies." Took a photo at the Đurđevića Tara Bridge.
- Rustam rented a Peugeot 207 CC convertible. Drove the coast with the top down. "Such a fun little convertible to drive!"
- Janette 🇨🇦 rented for a family trip from Ulcinj to Tivat. The owner drove them to the Croatian border at 1 AM with a baby.
- Adam 🇵🇱 drove a week across the country. "The air conditioning works and it drove up every mountain, and there is no shortage of those in Montenegro."
Where to rent a car in Montenegro
Montenegro has two main airports: Tivat Airport (TIV) on the coast and Podgorica Airport (TGD) in the capital. Most tourists arrive at Tivat for beach holidays and at Podgorica for inland trips. Pickup is also available in Budva, Kotor, Bar, Herceg Novi, and other coastal towns. One-way rentals between cities are available from many owners on TakeCars.
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What our users say
Here's what some of our most experienced renters did with their cars in Montenegro:
- Matej 🇸🇰 — road-tripped the whole country from Podgorica. No deposit, brand-new Skoda. "The best choice ever."
- Bartosz 🇵🇱 — drove through three countries in one trip: Croatia, Albania, and Bosnia.
- Janette 🇨🇦 — family trip with a baby from Ulcinj to Tivat to the Croatian border. The owner drove them at 1 AM.
- Rustam — convertible along the coast. "Such a fun little convertible to drive!"
Read about their rental experiences in Montenegro →
Volkswagen Touran in Montenegro
I'm very satisfied. The car worked without any problems. The rental was quick and close to my apartment location. After renting the car, I left it in the parking lot where they picked it up. I will recommend your site to others, especially since there was no deposit when renting the car.
Toyota Yaris in Montenegro
Everything went ok with the lease, the car was not a Toyota and was somewhat older than the one originally declared, but in general everything was ok.
Renault Clio 4 in Montenegro
The process was very smooth, communication was perfect, the car was already in a good state and tanked too. We didn’t encounter any problems while we had the car. The AC worked perfect, Bluetooth pairing tok was great. Overall the experience with this company was good. Cali from Belgium
Volkswagen Golf 6 in Montenegro
The car was fine. Drivers seat very worn and the brakes were not as good as they should be. I think the rear right tyre had a slow puncture as it kept losing pressure, but overall very happy with the vehicle. I like that there is so little paperwork!!
Mercedes-Benz A180 cdi in Montenegro
We took the car for 3 days and very much enjoyed it! First of all, very nice guys, Nikola brought the car as agreed, issued papers very quickly and simply, the car was clean, not in bad condition, drove about 500 km, the car was nimble, manoeuvrable, there were no problems with it at all. We were supposed to return at 22.00, but we were late and they kindly allowed us to return in the morning, so I highly recommend this company, thanks to Nicola for the good attitude towards the customers!
Skoda Octavia Combi in Montenegro
Everything was great!
Skoda Rapid in Montenegro
The car is generally in good condition, there are some defects in the bodywork, but it is not new and it was not critical, as always, this car dealer has a clean car outside and in the cabin. What is the "driving characteristics" when picking up speed, namely when shifting gears, the automatic gearbox sags in a set of speed, the car seems to slow down in each gear, maybe I am not aware of how the automatic machine of this car works, but it was somewhat uncomfortable to drive, but in general everything well. It is a pity that it was not possible to book a convertible on the last day of vacation, I had to rebook for this car, but thanks anyway.
Citroen C4 Grand Picasso in Montenegro
I liked the service very much - we were met at the airport, registration and inspection took several minutes. There is no need to make a deposit. The car is in good condition, there were no problems. The staff is attentive, answered all questions, helped to navigate on the map. Returning the car at the airport also took a few minutes. We are happy with everything. I recommend.
Citroen C3 in Montenegro
Everything went well. Eventually the Citroen was taken and we were offered a Reno by Philip, which for traveling in the mountains was even better.
Audi A3 in Montenegro
Thank you, everything is good! But the car is already a bit "tired": occasionally the air conditioner does not work, there were difficulties with a trip at night - headlights do not shine.
Volkswagen Passat in Montenegro
Everything was fine. The car is great. Thanks
Mazda 5 in Montenegro
Everthing went OK thanks
Renault Megane in Montenegro
Everything went well. We were met at the airport. Everything was explained and shown. In two weeks we had time to travel everywhere. Both along the coast and in the mountains. There were no problems with the car. The air conditioning was a great help. Everything was fine.
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What you should know before driving
🛣️ Montenegro is all serpentines. The coast road around the Bay of Kotor is stunning but narrow, with sharp hairpins and no guardrails in places. Glebs 🇱🇻 loved the Skoda Kamiq for it: "Excellent for the narrow and winding mountain roads." Don't rent a 1.0L engine if you're heading inland — Janis 🇱🇻 says small engines "should be prohibited in mountainous areas."
🌍 Sort out cross-border documents before you leave. If you plan to drive to Croatia, Albania, or Bosnia, confirm the green card (insurance for abroad) with your owner at booking. Henriikka 🇫🇮 didn't — and had to buy €50 insurance at the Albanian border. Vadims 🇱🇻 did it right: his owner Goran arranged extra insurance for nearby countries at pickup.
⛽ Choose your fuel station carefully. Some stations have been known to add water to the petrol. Rhidian 🇬🇧 got an engine warning light near Perast — his owner told him it happens and it's because of bad fuel. Stick to well-known brands.
🅿️ Parking in summer is a battle. Budva, Kotor Old Town, and Tivat get packed July–August. Street parking fills up fast. Rustam rented a compact convertible specifically because it was "perfect for finding parking spots even in busy areas."
📱 Stay in touch with your owner via WhatsApp. This is how everything works in Montenegro — pickup changes, return logistics, flat tires. Łukasz 🇵🇱 caught a flat tire on the road and "the owner sent help immediately."
Read about common rental problems in Montenegro →
What owners have done for renters
This is the part that surprises most first-time renters on TakeCars. You're not dealing with a counter — you're dealing with a person.
- Janette 🇨🇦 — her owner drove her family to the Croatian border at 1 AM with a baby, after COVID rules changed their plans.
- Łukasz 🇵🇱 — got a flat tire on the road. His owner sent help immediately.
- Antonia 🇬🇷 — her owner Drago called the SIM card company to fix her phone, then picked up the car at her hostel.
- Kazimierz 🇵🇱 — got pulled over by police and couldn't find the rental contract. Called his owner, who helped solve it over the phone.
- Stanislav 🇷🇺 — dashboard warning light appeared mid-trip. His owner Ivan talked him through fixing it remotely.
- Sidi Hamza 🇲🇦 — flight was delayed. "It was no problem for them to bring the car to the parking of the airport."
Driving basics
Montenegro drives on the right. Speed limits: 50 km/h in cities, 80 km/h on open roads. There are no real highways — the fastest stretches allow around 100 km/h. Blood alcohol limit is 0.03% — effectively zero tolerance. Headlights must be on day and night, all year round.
Coastal roads are paved but narrow with frequent hairpin turns, especially around the Bay of Kotor. Inland roads to Durmitor and Žabljak are scenic but slow — budget more time than GPS suggests. Watch for cattle and rockfall on mountain roads.
"Montenegro is all mountains. The air conditioning works and the car drove up every mountain, and there is no shortage of those in Montenegro." — Adam 🇵🇱
Fuel and parking
Fuel stations are spaced every 20–70 km along the coast and main roads — rarer in the mountains, so fill up before heading to Durmitor or Lovćen. Most stations are full-service — an attendant fills your tank. Expect around €1.40–1.60 per liter for gasoline. Montenegro uses the euro.
Paid parking operates in Budva, Kotor, and Tivat during summer — about €1/hour in coastal towns. Elsewhere, parking is mostly free. In Kotor Old Town, use the paid lot outside the walls — there's no parking inside. The closer to tourist attractions, the harder it is to find a spot in July–August.
Insurance options on TakeCars
Every car comes with Third Party Liability at no extra cost. For broader protection:
- Collision Damage Waiver — covers damage to the rental car, excluding windscreen, tires, and underside.
- Super Collision Damage Waiver — covers all damage including windscreen, wheels, and undercarriage.
- Full Damage Waiver — zero liability. The most comprehensive option.
Cars with Collision Damage Waiver or higher typically require no deposit — look for the "Zero Deposit" label in listings.
Routes, tips, and real experiences from travelers who rented cars with us and our car owners in Montenegro.
Montenegro car rental questions
Confirmation emails are sent as soon as the booking is confirmed, usually within 24 hours.
Various insurance options like CDW, Super CDW, and Full Insurance are available.
A few suppliers provide cars without a deposit, but please note that cars in good condition are rarely offered without a deposit in Montenegro.
When you select the No Deposit option, no deposit needs to be left.
Deposits can be paid via cash or card. However, availability of deposit methods depends on the rental company. Check the car page for details.
Drivers must be at least 22 years old with 2+ years of driving experience and must sign a rental contract upon pickup.
In most cases, it is possible to pay the deposit and rent a car in Montenegro with cash and any bank card, debit or credit.
The choice of a rental car model in Montenegro depends on your plans—where you intend to go and how many people are in your group. Compact economy cars are perfect for solo travelers or couples. They are fuel-efficient and easy to maneuver through the narrow streets of Montenegrin towns. SUVs are suitable for families with children and for trips in mountainous terrain. Convertibles are excellent for scenic coastal drives during the warmer months. Minivans are best for larger groups or families. Use the filters on our website to find the best car model for your vacation.
Use the code LOCAL for up to 10% off your first car rental in Montenegro.
If permitted, the rental company will provide all necessary documentation for traveling abroad.
Upgrades to a higher car class are available at an additional cost.
Off-road driving is not permitted in Montenegro.
You will receive a rental voucher within a few hours after booking confirmation. Check your email and SPAM folder.
Yes, we offer roadside assistance across Montenegro to ensure your safety and comfort during the rental period.