Car Rental in Puglia – What You Need to Know
At Brindisi and Bari airports, there are several car rental providers available. However, there are some important things to keep in mind before booking!
Important Considerations When Renting a Car
- Credit Card Policy
Most major rental companies require a credit card in the driver’s name.
Bringing your partner’s credit card (if they are not traveling with you)? This will cost you a lot of extra money!
We have seen many guests book a rental car in advance using a credit card that does not match the driver’s name—rental companies can charge hundreds to even a thousand euros extra for this mistake. - Additional Drivers & Insurance
If multiple people will be driving the car, check in advance if they are covered by the insurance. - Paper Driving License
Do you still have an old paper driving license? Many rental companies no longer accept this, so check their policies before traveling. - Car Model
Selected a specific car online? Don’t be surprised if you get a different model at pick-up.
Almost 80% of our guests experience this! Most rental sites state in small print: “or similar.” The alternative is usually fine, but if you really want a specific car, double-check the details before booking. - Transmission type
Manual vs. Automatic: ensure you select the correct transmission type when booking.
Recommended Car Rental Comparison Websites
Compare multiple providers and find the best deal:
Happy Car – Compare various car rental providers.
Rental Cars – Another great comparison website.
Recommended Local Car Rental – Bartolo
We have personally had a great experience with Bartolo, a rental company in the Fasano region (20 min from Villa Gufo).
- They deliver your rental car to your preferred location (airport, Villa Gufo, or anywhere in Puglia).
- You can contact them via WhatsApp for advice or a personalized quote.
Website: Bartolo Auto Noleggio
WhatsApp: (+39) 380 643 6245
Group Transport – Taxis & Shuttle Services
Need transportation for a small or large group? These taxi companies offer small and large buses:
Taxi Service di Angelo Semerano
Phone & WhatsApp: (+39) 330 964 927
Email: info@taxi-services.it
NCC Taxi Ostuni
Phone & WhatsApp: (+39) 334 781 33 70
Website
More about Taxi’s -> Click HERE for our Taxi info page