Car Rental near Cortona
Renting a car is one of the best ways to explore beyond Cortona — the hill towns of Val d’Orcia, the wineries of the Valdichiana, and villages most visitors never reach are all within easy driving distance. Here’s where to rent, right in the Cortona area.
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Erauto — Car Rental in Camucia
Erauto has been renting cars, vans and minibuses in the Cortona area since 2000, working with both private visitors and businesses across Tuscany and Umbria. Based just outside Cortona in Camucia, it’s the most convenient option if you’re arriving by train at Camucia-Cortona station and want a car for the rest of your stay.
| Address | Via Lauretana 82/b, 52044 Camucia (AR) |
| Phone / WhatsApp | +39 379 117 2905 |
| Website | erauto.it |
| Vehicles | Cars, commercial vehicles, minibuses — daily, short, medium and long-term rental |
Insider tip: Erauto’s Camucia location is a short taxi ride or 15-minute walk from Camucia-Cortona station — genuinely convenient if you’ve arrived by train and want to explore the wider Valdichiana and Val d’Orcia by car.
Other Car Rental Options
If you’re flying in rather than arriving by train, the major international rental brands (Hertz, Avis, Europcar, Sixt and others) all operate desks at Perugia, Florence and Rome airports — convenient if you want to pick up a car the moment you land and drive straight to Cortona.
What to Know Before You Rent
Documents: a valid full driving licence is required. If your licence isn’t in Italian or English, an International Driving Permit is recommended.
Age requirements: most rental companies require drivers to be at least 21, with a young driver surcharge often applied under 25 — check with your chosen operator.
ZTL awareness: Cortona’s historic centre has a restricted traffic zone (ZTL). If you’re renting a car to reach Cortona, plan to park outside the walls — see our Driving to Cortona guide for parking and ZTL details.
Quick Reference
| Nearest rental (train arrivals) | Erauto, Camucia |
| Nearest rental (flight arrivals) | Perugia, Florence or Rome airport |
| Minimum driver age | Typically 21 (surcharge under 25) |
| Documents needed | Valid driving licence (+ IDP if not in EN/IT) |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I rent a car near Cortona?
Erauto in Camucia is the closest option, a short distance from the Camucia-Cortona train station. International brands are available at Perugia, Florence and Rome airports.
Do I need an International Driving Permit?
If your licence is in English or Italian, it’s usually accepted as-is. For other languages, an International Driving Permit is recommended to avoid issues.
Can I drive a rental car into Cortona’s historic centre?
No — the historic centre has a ZTL restricted zone. Park in one of the car parks outside the walls. See our Driving to Cortona guide for details.
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More Getting Around Guides
- How to Get to Cortona — trains, airports and driving directions
- Driving to Cortona — routes, parking and ZTL
- Train to Cortona — stations, tickets and validation