Rent a car for your road trip in Cologne
Rent a car for your road trip in Cologne with buyer protection, best price guarantee and flexible payment. On Rentlo you rent directly from verified rental companies in and around Cologne and book exactly the vehicle you see: no “or similar”, no surprises.
- 34 vehicles within 50 km
- from 59 € per day
Available cars in Cologne
Cologne: 34 matching vehicles from 12 local rental companies within 50 km, from €59 to €550 a day. Most offers by type: Sports car (34), Premium car (25), Luxury car (22). 5 offer delivery. Minimum driver age starts at 18.
5.0Cologne · 2 km away
VW Golf 8.5 ClubsportVerified
300 hp20265 seats150 km/day incl.from age 18from 139 € per dayFinal price incl. VAT
5.0Cologne · 2 km away
VW Golf 8R PerformanceVerified
333 hp20235 seats150 km/day incl.from age 18from 140 € per dayFinal price incl. VAT
5.0Cologne · 2 km away
Audi RS3 SportbackVerified
400 hp20255 seats150 km/day incl.from age 18from 170 € per dayFinal price incl. VAT
5.0Cologne · 2 km away
Audi RS3Verified
401 hp20265 seats150 km/day incl.from age 18from 180 € per dayFinal price incl. VAT
5.0Cologne · 2 km away
Mercedes-Benz CLA 45s AMGVerified
421 hp20245 seats150 km/day incl.from age 18from 190 € per dayFinal price incl. VAT
5.0Cologne · 2 km away
Audi R8 Performance CoupéVerified
620 hp20222 seats150 km/day incl.from age 23from 389 € per dayFinal price incl. VAT
5.0Cologne · 4 km away
Mercedes-Benz CLA 45s AMG
421 hp20245 seats200 km/day incl.from age 18from 150 € per dayFinal price incl. VAT
Gremberghoven · 6 km away
VW Golf 8RVerified
333 hp20245 seats200 km/day incl.from age 18from 150 € per dayFinal price incl. VAT
Gremberghoven · 6 km away
Audi RS3Verified
400 hp20195 seats200 km/day incl.from age 20from 250 € per dayFinal price incl. VAT
Gremberghoven · 6 km away
Ford Mustang GTVerified
450 hp20184 seats200 km/day incl.from age 20from 250 € per dayFinal price incl. VAT
5.0Bergisch Gladbach · 8 km away
VW Golf 8R PerformanceVerified
333 hp20245 seatsDelivery available200 km/day incl.from 149 € per dayFinal price incl. VAT
5.0Bergisch Gladbach · 8 km away
BMW M4 CompetitionVerified
510 hp20254 seats200 km/day incl.from age 20from 249 € per dayFinal price incl. VAT
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About Cologne
- Population
- 1,024,621
- State/canton
- North Rhine-Westphalia
- Country
- Germany
- Postcodes
- 50662, 50667, 50668, 50670, 50672, 50674 …
- Nearest airport
- Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN), 14 km
- Vehicles within 30 km
- 22
- Price range per day
- €59 €550 per day
- Nearest offer
- 2 km away
Cologne is a city in North Rhine-Westphalia in Germany with around 1,024,621 inhabitants.
Neighbouring places include Hürth, Gremberghoven, Frechen and Leverkusen.
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A rental car in and around Cologne gives you freedom for day trips, moving house, appointments in the region or simply a special drive.
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Prices: Road trip car rental in Cologne
| Rental period | from | Average |
|---|---|---|
| 1 day | 59 € | 267 € |
| Weekend | 349 € | 649 € |
| 1 week | 599 € | 1,358 € |
| 1 month | 1,649 € | 5,335 € |
Prices from rental companies on Rentlo within 50 km, incl. VAT, as of 01.11.2026. Final price depends on dates, protection package and extras.
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- Pick up and driveCollect the vehicle or have it delivered where delivery is offered.
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Pay securely online by card, Revolut Pay, iDEAL, Apple Pay or Google Pay, or later and in instalments with Klarna. Where the rental company offers it, you pay 10 % online and the rest in cash at pick-up.
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FAQ: Road trip car rental in Cologne
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Support & help›Where is Cologne?
Cologne is located in North Rhine-Westphalia in Germany. Neighbouring places are Hürth, Gremberghoven, Frechen and Leverkusen.
How much does it cost in Cologne?
Within 50 km there are currently 34 matching vehicles, from €59 a day.
Can I pick up the car at the airport?
The nearest airport is Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN), about 14 km away. Many rental companies offer delivery, see each vehicle.
Can the car be delivered in Cologne?
Many rental companies offer delivery and collection. Filter by “delivery” in the search; price and radius are shown on the vehicle.
How much does a rental car for a road trip from Cologne cost?
On Rentlo, suitable vehicles around Cologne currently start at €59 a day. The final price depends on the vehicle, rental period, mileage and extras; for several days, many rental companies lower the daily rate. Factor in tolls, vignettes and fuel too.
Which car is best for a road trip?
That depends on your route and group. For mountain passes and summer trips for two, a convertible is ideal; for families or lots of luggage, an SUV or estate; and if you want to be flexible about where you sleep, a campervan. Included mileage and comfort often matter more than the model.
Are there rental cars with unlimited mileage?
Yes, some rental companies offer unlimited kilometres, others a daily allowance or mileage packages. You'll see what applies directly in the offer. For long road trips, comparing is especially worthwhile.
Can I return the car somewhere else?
Only if the rental company offers one-way rentals, which isn't possible everywhere and often costs a fee. It's best to ask in your request. Otherwise, plan your road trip as a round trip.
Can I drive the rental car abroad?
Many rental companies allow trips to neighbouring countries, often only by arrangement or with a cross-border authorisation. For motorways in Austria and Switzerland you need a vignette, and other countries partly have their own toll systems. Have the permission confirmed in your contract.
When are mountain pass roads open?
Many high Alpine roads, such as the Grossglockner High Alpine Road, are only open from spring to autumn. The exact opening times depend on the weather and change every year. Check them on the official websites before you set off.
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What is Rentlo?
Rentlo is a marketplace for all kinds of rental vehicles in Germany, Austria and Switzerland. You rent directly from verified local rental companies.
How does renting in Cologne work?
Choose a vehicle, pick your dates and send a request. Once the rental company confirms, you pay securely online and collect the car or have it delivered.
When do I pay?
Only once the rental company has confirmed your request. Payment runs via Stripe.
Which payment methods are available?
Card, Apple Pay, Google Pay, Revolut Pay, iDEAL and Klarna. For some vehicles you can pay 10 % online and the rest in cash at pick-up.
Do I have to pay a deposit?
The rental company decides per vehicle. Many deposits can be paid online; otherwise on site.
How old do I need to be?
Minimum age and licence duration are shown on each vehicle.
How is the vehicle insured?
Vehicles are insured by the rental company, which sets cover and excess.
What is the best price guarantee?
Rental companies offer their vehicles on Rentlo at the same price as directly. Found it cheaper? Let us know.
Can I cancel?
Before confirmation you can withdraw for free. After that the rental company's cancellation terms apply.
Is there a Rentlo app?
Yes, for iPhone and Android, including Rentlo Shorts with real videos and sound.
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Tolls, vignettes and luggage
For motorways in Austria and Switzerland you need a vignette, and some Alpine roads charge an additional toll. Ask the rental company whether a vignette is included. With convertibles and sports cars, check the boot, as it isn't always big enough for two people's luggage over several days.
Plan your included mileage
A road trip quickly adds up to many hundreds of kilometres. Check how many kilometres per day are included and what each extra one costs. Many rental companies offer mileage packages or unlimited kilometres, so work out your route roughly beforehand and compare.
One-way rental and going abroad
If you want to return the car somewhere else, you need a one-way rental. Only some rental companies offer this, often for a fee. Trips abroad usually need approval in advance too; with many offers you can book a cross-border authorisation as an extra. Clarify both before booking.
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