Center Car Hire

Nova Gorica is a border town in western Slovenia that shares its city center with the Italian Gorizia, and car rental in the center provides immediate access to both countries. With a rental car from here you can reach Trieste in 45 km (40 min), Ljubljana in 120 km (1 h 20 min) and Venice in 150 km (1 h 45 min). Only one rental company is on-site, so advance booking is a must.

Nova Gorica's city center is located directly at the open border with Gorizia, unique in Europe since the Schengen Agreement's implementation. Vipava Valley with its vineyards and olive groves stretches east from the town. The Soča River valley with emerald-green water begins 30 km north at Kanal ob Soči.

Book your car well in advance – with only one rental company, availability is limited, especially during summer. Explore Vipava Valley along Route 11 south for one of Slovenia's most beautiful driving experiences. Check that your rental car agreement covers driving in Italy if you plan to visit Gorizia or Trieste.

Can I drive the rental car from Nova Gorica into Italy? The border with Gorizia is open within Schengen, but check that the rental company allows driving in Italy – most do but always confirm. How long does it take to drive to Piran from Nova Gorica?

Approximately 70 km south along the coast, which takes about 1 hour via Koper. Is there parking near the rental office in Nova Gorica city center? Yes, there are public parking spaces in the center near the border with Gorizia, often free outside of rush hour.

We compare prices from all major providers at Center 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.