Car Rental Florence Railway Station (Santa Maria Novella)

Collecting a rental car from Florence Railway Station near Santa Maria Novella is easy when you choose Hertz.
Choose from a wide range of vehicles to start exploring the Mediterranean beauty of Italy. From electric vehicles to compact cars and minivans, you’ll find the perfect car for your Tuscan adventure.

Where Is The Hertz Florence Railway Station Car Rental Desk?

The Hertz car rental desk at Florence Railway Station is only a seven-minute walk from the station itself, so you don’t need to fret about getting public transport or a cab.

The Santa Maria Novella station offers a variety of assistance services to visitors with reduced mobility. For more information on accessibility from the station see the station website.

Located near central Florence and providing quick access to destinations such as the Basilica of Santa Croce and Pitti Palace, renting a car at Florence Railway Station is a smart call.

How To Get from Hertz’s Florence Railway Station Car Rental Location to Florence city center

It takes just 18 minutes to reach the city center:

1. Exit the rental center and head south on Via Luigi Alamanni.
2. Turn right and take another right onto Via Della Scala.
3. Turn left onto Via Bernardo Rucellai and then right from the next intersection onto Via Il Prato.
4. Keep on the road until you can merge right onto the SS67.
5. Head straight until you reach Piazza Del Liberta.

What Cars Can I Rent from Florence Railway Station?

Electric car rental from Santa Maria Novella

Rent a car at Florence Railway Station with Hertz and choose a ride that suits you. Our options include smooth sedans, full-size electric vehicles, practical hatchbacks and family-friendly hybrid SUVs.

Whether you’re looking for a hatchback to zip through the cobblestoned streets of Florence or a luxurious convertible to cruise across the Mediterranean countryside, we’ve got you covered.

EV car rental

The streets of Florence can get crowded, which means you might need a car that has a good pickup and low noise. Make the eco-conscious choice and go for an electric car rental at Florence Railway Station. Choose from full-size Teslas, Polestars, Lynk & Co (PHEVs) or similar.

SUV rental

Our midsize and crossover SUVs are a great option if you want to rough it out through the rocky peaks of the Italian countryside. They're also great for larger groups and trips with the family.

MPV rental

Choose from a range of passenger vans and minivans to get your party across Italy. Pack tons of luggage and travel with up to seven passengers for the best road trip with your loved ones.

Mini Elite rental

Want performance with efficiency? Choose our sporty hatchbacks that can take on traffic while expertly navigating coastal highways. Experience the best of adventure and culture with our mini-elite car rental from Florence Railway Station.

Time to drop off your rental car back at Florence Railway Station? Here’s everything you need to know.

Where to return your rental car

Returning your rental car is easy. Head back to the railway station on Via Luigi Alamanni 35/E before or at your return time slot and drop off your rental at the Florence Railway Station car rental parking lot.

What to do when you return your rental car

To return your car rental at the Florence Railway Station parking lot, head back to our location in Via Luigi Alamanni 35/E and drop off your keys. A member of our team will be on hand to complete your reservation.

How To Extend Your Car Rental

Want to make the most of your the Firenze Renaissance experience? You can extend your Hertz rental online using our online tool.

Alternatively, contact a Hertz team member at the Hertz location where you picked up your rental for additional days when you’re already on the road.

FAQs

Where can I charge my electric car in Florence?

While not the biggest EV city in Italy, you can find charging points across most of Florence city center. There are 10 charging stations in Florence. However, with plans to install over 21,000 EV charging stations across Italy by 2026, you’ll never be too far away from your next charge point.

What is the Limited Traffic Access Zone (ZTL)

Limited Traffic Access, or Zona Traffico Limitato, are areas of restricted access in busy historic centers. Entry does not include your car rental during certain hours. Some ZTL signs have a traffic light system, where red indicates no access, and green indicates access is allowed. Always check these ZTL signs when driving your car rental from Florence Railway Station.

How can I pay for my Hertz car rental?

Hertz accepts a wide range of payment options including Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, and the Hertz Charge Card. Additionally, we kindly request that you provide a current driver's license when using a valid credit or debit card for payment.Read more on our accepted forms of payment.

Do I need Hertz Liability Protection?

You may need to secure Hertz Liability Protection if you don’t already have liability insurance included in a personal car insurance policy. Liability cover can give you financial protection from third-party damage claims. You can also choose more comprehensive options such as Hertz SuperCover.

Are there late return fees?

If you experience a delay in returning your car rental, you might be subject to a late fee.

Please be mindful of these guidelines to avoid any unexpected charges when returning your rental vehicle.

• Hertz offers a grace period of up to 59 minutes. Once this period ends, a fee equivalent to half a day's rental charge will be applied.
• If the return delay extends to 120 minutes or more, the fee increases to the full day's rental charge. Additionally, for each subsequent day the car is returned late, an extra daily rate will be incurred.