Car Hire in Padua Center

Padua train station is one of the best-equipped pickup locations in the region with as many as 9 rental companies all in one place. The station serves high-speed trains from Milan (30 minutes) and Rome (2 hours 30 minutes), making it a natural starting point for car trips in Veneto. From here, you can reach Venice in 30 minutes, Vicenza in 20 minutes, and Verona in 55 minutes.

Padua train station (Stazione di Padova) is located at Piazza Stazione, on the northern edge of the city center. Car rental desks are located together in the western part of the station and at Piazza Aldo Moro outside. The A4 motorway is reached via the ring road in 5 minutes, and the A13 towards Bologna in 8 minutes.

With 9 rental companies in the same place, you can negotiate or choose last-minute – competition keeps prices down. Still, book online in advance during summer season (June–August) when cars sell out quickly. Pick up your car and park directly at Prato della Valle (1.5 km) if you want to visit Padua city center before driving on.

Which rental companies are at Padua train station? There are 9 rental companies at Padua train station. These typically include Hertz, Avis, Europcar, Sixt, and Budget.

Compare them all on hyrbilar.se. How quickly can I reach Venice from Padua train station? It takes approximately 30–35 minutes to drive the 40 km to Piazzale Roma in Venice via the A4.

Allow extra time during rush hour and summer months. Can I return the car at a different location? Yes, most rental companies offer one-way rental to Venice, Verona, Milan, or Rome, but expect a surcharge for one-way rental.

We compare prices from all major providers at Padua Train Station so you can see the total cost upfront — including insurance, fuel terms and any extras. Most bookings include free cancellation up to 48 hours before pickup, giving you flexibility if your plans change.