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Car Rental Zagreb Downtown – Near Main Train Station (Glavni Kolodvor)

Ulica Kralja Zvonimira 37, 10000 Zagreb

10000 Zagreb, Croatia

+385 99 800 1135

Frequently Asked Questions About Car Rental in Zagreb Downtown

Where is the Avax Zagreb Downtown office?

We are at Ulica Kralja Zvonimira 37, in the eastern city centre near Kvaternikov Trg (Kvatrić). Open 08:00–20:00 daily, staff always on-site — no appointment needed. 15-minute walk from Glavni Kolodvor (main train station) or 5 minutes on Tram 9 or 17.

How do I get from the train station to the office?

Zagreb Main Train Station (Glavni Kolodvor) is a straight 15-minute walk east, or a 5-minute ride on Tram 9 or 17. From the main bus station (Autobusni Kolodvor) it's a 10-minute walk. No taxi needed.

Are Uber and Bolt useful in Zagreb, or should I just rent a car?

Both Uber and Bolt work well in Zagreb with competitive short-hop fares — fine for a quick airport transfer or ride across town. But for any stay that includes day trips to Plitvice, Samobor, Trakošćan, Varaždin, or a cross-border drive to Ljubljana or Budapest, a 3-day Avax rental beats ride-shares plus tours on both cost and flexibility. Your hotel porter will often confirm the same.

Are winter tyres and equipment included?

Yes. From 15 November to 15 April all Avax Zagreb rentals include compliant winter tyres and an emergency kit at no extra charge. This is a legal requirement on Croatian inland motorway routes (A1 to Plitvice/Split, A3 east, A2 to Slovenia) when signs are posted, and competitors commonly add €5–10 per day for the same equipment.

How do I drive from Zagreb to Plitvice Lakes?

Plitvice is 130 km / 1h 35 min south via the A1 motorway. Take the A1 south and exit at Karlovac, then the D1 through Slunj to the park. Toll ~€5. Arrive before 10:00 to beat coach tours. Entrance 1 is best for Veliki Slap waterfall; Entrance 2 is closer to the Upper Lakes and boat ride.

Can I drive to Slovenia, Austria, Hungary, or Bosnia from Zagreb?

Yes — Zagreb is the best cross-border base in Croatia. Ljubljana 2 h (Bregana border), Graz 2h 30 min (via Slovenia or A4 north), Budapest 3h 30 min (Goričan/Letenye border), Vienna 4h 30 min, Sarajevo 4 h (Stara Gradiška border). Cross-border is FREE for rentals of 3 days or more — select "Cross Border" in Step 4 of booking.

Where should I park near Zagreb Old Town (Gornji Grad)?

Gornji Grad is largely pedestrian. The best paid garages are Importanne Centar (under Glavni Kolodvor), Kaptol Centar, Petrinjska, or Gorica near Cvjetni Trg. Rates €1–2/hour with daily caps. Avoid Zone 1 street parking for visits longer than 2 hours — enforcement is strict and fines (€26–40) are forwarded to rental-car drivers.

How do Zagreb's parking zones work?

Four zones by colour: Zone 1 (red, ~€2/h, 2h max — central), Zone 2 (yellow, ~€1.50/h, 3h max), Zone 3 (green, ~€0.80/h), Zone 4 (marked, weekdays only). Pay via mParking SMS (text the registration plate to the zone's number), ticket machines, or the AZM app. Residential blue zones require a permit — do not park there.

What one-way routes are popular from Zagreb Center?

Summer one-ways to the coast dominate: Zagreb → Split ~€60 fee (390 km / 4 h), Zagreb → Zadar ~€50 (285 km / 2h 55 min), Zagreb → Dubrovnik ~€100 (590 km / 6h 15 min), Zagreb → Zagreb Airport (17 km, usually no fee). Winter tends toward Ljubljana and Budapest cross-border rentals. Select drop-off in Step 1 of booking to see the exact fee.

What are the best day trips from Zagreb by rental car?

Inside 2 hours: Plitvice Lakes (1h 35 min, UNESCO), Samobor (30 min, castle + kremšnita), Trakošćan Castle (1h 15 min, fairytale hilltop), Varaždin (1h 10 min, baroque capital), Krapina Neanderthal Museum (55 min), Sljeme gondola (30 min), Ljubljana cross-border (2 h). Zagorje and Međimurje wine regions are tiny and friendly — a brilliant alternative to the coast.

Is there an Avax drop-off at Zagreb Airport?

Yes — our Zagreb Airport desk (ZAG) is 17 km from the downtown office. Drop-off between the two is typically no fee on most rate plans. Ideal for a fly-out itinerary where you've explored Zagreb by rental and need to reach the airport without a taxi.

Where is the Zagreb Downtown office?

Our office is located at Ulica Kralja Zvonimira 37, in the eastern city centre near Kvaternikov Trg. We are open 08:00–20:00 and our staff is always on-site to assist you. Walk in any time during opening hours — no appointment needed.

Is winter equipment included in the rental?

Yes! All rentals from our Zagreb office include mandatory winter tires and equipment at no extra cost during the winter period (November 15 – April 15). This is a legal requirement in continental Croatia, and many competitors charge €5–€10/day extra for it.

Distances from Zagreb Downtown

DestinationDistanceDrive time
Zagreb Central Station1 km5 min walk
Zagreb Airport17 km20 min
Plitvice Lakes130 km1h 35 min
Ljubljana (Slovenia)170 km2h
Rijeka180 km2h 5 min
Lake Bled (Slovenia)200 km2h 20 min
Budapest (Hungary)345 km3h 30 min
Split390 km4h
Dubrovnik590 km6h 15 min
Physical Office · Zvonimira 37

Car Rental Zagreb DowntownNear Main Train Station (Glavni Kolodvor)

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Kash G

Kash G3 days ago

Great service, friendly team. Thanks so much!

Ankit Jena

Ankit Jena1 week ago

Great service by Avax. Vladimir was very proactive and helped us with dropping off the car other than where we had originally planned and allowed us a bit of flexibility too. He gave detailed instructions for us as well.

Przemysław Kruk

Przemysław Kruk1 week ago

Fragiskos Vamvakaris

Fragiskos Vamvakaris2 weeks ago

First of all we ordered a Suzuki Vitara with manual gear but they give us a Toyota Cross-Yaris with automatic gear. Ok, the car was new and perfect. When it was to return the car they informed us that if we late even for a while they will charge us 50€. This is crazy! We had a little baby and they knew it. The communication with the company was good.

María Jose Arias Rodríguez

María Jose Arias Rodríguez2 weeks ago

Top-notch service! Highly recommended!We had a fantastic experience with AVAX Car Rental in Croatia. Huge thanks to Vedran Vukušić and Vladimir for their outstanding professionalism.From the smooth pick-up with Vedran in Split to the drop-off in Zagreb, everything was seamless. They provided great flexibility with the schedule and drop-off location. On top of that, they went above and beyond by helping us retrieve a piece of luggage we accidentally left in the car.An absolute 10/10 company. I will definitely choose AVAX again for my future trips! Thank you so much!

samanta mazzi

samanta mazzi3 weeks ago

Odlična i jednostavna komunikacija, izvrsno vozilo, sve pohvale! (Translated by Google) Excellent and easy communication, excellent vehicle, all praise!

Subiya Suroor

Subiya Suroor3 weeks ago

We had a really good experience with this car rental agency. The car we received was in great condition, clean, comfortable, and reliable throughout our trip. The whole rental process was smooth and straightforward, and the car was perfect for our needs. The team was professional, friendly, and helpful, which made the experience even better. We would definitely recommend this rental agency to anyone looking for a hassle-free experience and a good-quality car. Would happily rent from them again!

Petra Lagetar

Petra Lagetar3 weeks ago

Sve top. Sve je prošlo bez ikakvih problema, auto super, a vlasnik skroz korektan i pristojan. Sve smo se lako dogovorili i komunikacija je bila odlična. Nema nikakvog kompliciranja ni natezanja, sve lagano i kako se dogovorite. Definitivno preporuka✨ (Translated by Google) Everything was great. Everything went smoothly, the car was great, and the owner was completely fair and polite. We easily agreed on everything and the communication was excellent. There were no complications or hassles, everything was easy and as agreed. Definitely recommended✨

Filipe Matias

Filipe Matias3 weeks ago

Where to find us — Zagreb Downtown

Address

Ulica Kralja Zvonimira 37, 10000 Zagreb

Zagreb, Croatia

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No Deposit & No Credit Card Required

You can rent a car without a credit card at this location — no card blocking, no stress.

  • One-time fee: €60
  • Premium Insurance required (zero deposit)
  • Available for: Mini, Economy & Intermediate categories

What's Included — No Hidden Fees

Unlimited MileageIncluded
Liability InsuranceIncluded
Local Tax & License FeeIncluded
Free cancellation up to departureIncluded
Extra Driver€0
Cross-Border (Montenegro/Bosnia, 3+ days)€0

Arriving by Train? We're Close to Glavni Kolodvor

Arriving by train at Glavni Kolodvor? We are a straight 15-minute walk or a 5-minute ride on Tram 9 or 17. Start your road trip from a real local hub, not a busy airport counter.

  • 15-min walk or Tram 9 / 17 from Glavni Kolodvor
  • Walk into our permanent city office — no meeting points, no street corners
  • No airport surcharges — city centre rates apply
  • Debit card accepted, no deposit required

Need a Car at Zagreb Airport?

We offer Zagreb Airport meet & greet — your car comes directly from our Zvonimira 37 downtown hub, ensuring it's fresh, clean, and locally managed. No franchise, no broker.

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A Real Office — Not a Meet & Greet

Visit us at our permanent city office at Ulica Kralja Zvonimira 37. No waiting on a street corner or looking for a representative. Walk in, grab a coffee nearby, and pick up your keys in a professional environment.

  • Fixed physical officeopen 08:00–20:00, staff always on-site
  • Professional environment — not a hotel desk or parking lot handover
  • Walk-in friendly — no booking required for office visits
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Winter Equipment Included (Nov 15 – Apr 15)

All rentals from our Zagreb office include mandatory winter tires and equipment at no extra cost during the winter period (November 15 – April 15). This is a legal requirement in Croatia — and many competitors charge €5–€10/day extra for it.

  • Winter tires included FREE in the rental price
  • Mandatory by Croatian law from Nov 15 to Apr 15
  • Competitors charge €5–€10/day — save up to €70 on a weekly rental

Near Kvaternikov Trg & Maksimir Park

Our Zvonimira 37 office sits in the eastern city centre — walkable from Kvaternikov Trg (Kvatrić) and just 10 minutes from Maksimir Park. Ideal for residents and visitors staying in Zagreb's quieter eastern neighbourhoods, away from the crowded city core.

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Why Rent from Zvonimira? Easy Exit, Zero Hassle

Picking up at Zvonimira 37 gives you a head start — you're on the eastern edge of the city centre, with easy access to the A3 Motorway (towards Slavonia and Belgrade) and the A4 (towards Varaždin and Hungary). Skip the congested city core entirely.

Why Choose Avax at Zagreb Downtown?

FeatureAvax Zagreb OfficeIn-Hotel Desks (Sixt/Hertz)
Pick-up StyleFixed Physical OfficeHotel Desk (Can be hard to find)
Traffic ExitFast (Eastern Exit via A3/A4)Slow (Deep Downtown)
Debit CardYes (€60 one-time fee)Credit card only
Cross-Border (3+ days)€0 (Free)Always Extra
Winter Equipment (Nov–Apr)Included€5–€10/day extra
CancellationFreeFees Apply

How It Works

Step 1

Book Online

Choose your dates and vehicle. Secure your booking online and pay at pickup.

Step 2

Pick Up at Zagreb Downtown

Collect your car quickly and easily. Our staff will walk you through everything.

Step 3

Enjoy Croatia

Explore with unlimited kilometers and 24/7 support assistance included.

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Your Guide to Renting a Car in Zagreb City Centre

Written by Eugen, Avax Rent a Car

Our Zagreb Center office is located at Ulica Kralja Zvonimira 37, in the eastern city centre near Kvaternikov Trg (Kvatrić) — a 15-minute walk or one tram stop from Glavni Kolodvor (Zagreb Main Train Station) and the main bus station. The office is open 08:00–20:00 daily and staffed on-site, so walk-ins during opening hours are welcome — no appointment needed. Ideal for travellers arriving by train or bus, city-centre hotel guests, and anyone starting a drive to Plitvice, the Dalmatian coast, or cross-border to Slovenia, Hungary, Austria, or Bosnia.

Zagreb is Croatia's capital and largest city — a compact, walkable mix of Austro-Hungarian Upper Town (Gornji Grad), lively Lower Town cafés, and one of Central Europe's best museum scenes (Museum of Broken Relationships, Mimara, Naïve Art). The funicular to Gornji Grad, the colourful tiled roof of St. Mark's Church, and the daily noon cannon from Lotrščak Tower are essentials. From October through April, Advent in Zagreb transforms the city into one of Europe's top-rated Christmas markets.

A rental car from our Zagreb Downtown office unlocks continental Croatia and four neighbouring countries inside 2 hours: Plitvice Lakes (130 km / 1h 35 min), Samobor (25 km / 30 min, famous kremšnita cream cake), Trakošćan Castle (90 km / 1h 15 min, fairytale hilltop fortress), Varaždin (90 km / 1h 10 min, baroque capital), Krapina Neanderthal Museum (55 km / 55 min), Sljeme/Mt Medvednica gondola (15 km / 30 min), Ljubljana (170 km / 2 h cross-border), and Budapest (345 km / 3h 30 min cross-border). Summer one-ways to Split, Zadar, and Dubrovnik are among our most popular routes.

Best Alternative to Taxi, Uber & Bolt in Zagreb

Both Uber and Bolt operate in Zagreb with competitive fares, so a quick Old Town transfer or ride across the Sava is cheap. However, for any multi-day stay with day trips to Plitvice, Samobor, Trakošćan, or across a border to Ljubljana or Budapest, renting from our Zvonimira 37 office is dramatically cheaper than stringing together ride-shares and organised tours. A 3-day Avax rental includes unlimited kilometres, full insurance, compliant winter tyres (Nov 15 – Apr 15), and free cross-border paperwork — typically less than two half-day bus tours.

Winter Rentals in Zagreb — Tyres & Equipment Included

Zagreb sits in continental Croatia where snow, fog, and sub-zero temperatures are common from November through March. All Avax Zagreb rentals include compliant winter tyres and an emergency kit at no extra charge from 15 November to 15 April — a legal requirement on inland motorway routes and a common surcharge point at competitors (€5–10/day). If you're driving to Plitvice in January, crossing to Ljubljana in a snowstorm, or heading to Sljeme to ski, this matters.

Nearby Attractions

Zagreb Upper Town (Gornji Grad)

The historic core of Zagreb with St. Mark's Church (colourful tiled roof), Stone Gate, Lotrščak Tower (noon cannon), and Croatian Parliament. Reach the funicular in 5 minutes from Ban Jelačić Square. A pedestrian zone — park at Importanne or Kaptol Centar garages.

1.5 km

Ban Jelačić Square & Dolac Market

The main square at the heart of Zagreb and the open-air Dolac farmers' market just above. Daily morning market has the best seasonal produce, cheese, and pastries in town. Most walking tours start here.

2 km

Sljeme / Mt Medvednica Gondola

A 4 km gondola opened 2022 climbs to the 1,035 m summit of Sljeme — hiking, the medieval Medvedgrad fortress, ski lifts in winter, and views over all of Zagreb. Parking at Dolje base station.

15 km

Samobor

A charming half-day trip 30 minutes west of Zagreb. Medieval castle ruins, the famous Samoborska kremšnita cream cake, and access to Žumberak Nature Park. Also the gateway to the Plešivica wine region.

25 km

Krapina Neanderthal Museum

One of the world's best Neanderthal museums, built into the hillside where 80+ Neanderthal skeletons were found. Brilliant for families. Often combined with nearby Kumrovec ethno-village (Tito's birthplace).

55 km

Trakošćan Castle

Croatia's most photogenic fairytale castle — a 13th-century hilltop fortress rebuilt in neo-Gothic style with a moat-lake and forested grounds. The single best interior-visit castle in the country. Often combined with Varaždin.

90 km

Varaždin (baroque capital)

Croatia's baroque jewel, 1h 10 min north. Perfectly preserved Old Town fortress (Stari Grad), elegant 18th-century palaces, and the Špancirfest street festival every August.

90 km

Plitvice Lakes National Park

Croatia's most famous national park and a UNESCO World Heritage Site — 16 terraced turquoise lakes and 92 waterfalls. 1h 35 min south via the A1 motorway. Arrive before 10:00 to beat coach-tour crowds. Open year-round; winter visits with frozen waterfalls are spectacular.

130 km

Driving Tips

Zagreb has a dense tram network — trams always have right of way and crossing tram tracks at speed can damage tyres. Drive calmly in the Lower Town grid and watch for trams on Zvonimirova, Branimirova, and Ilica. Paid parking zones are colour-coded: Zone 1 (red, ~€2/h, 2h max, strictly enforced), Zone 2 (yellow), Zone 3 (green), Zone 4 (weekdays only). Pay via mParking SMS, ticket machines, or the AZM app. For Old Town visits, use Importanne Centar, Kaptol Centar, or Petrinjska garages — avoid Zone 1 street parking unless you need <2 hours. The A1 south (Plitvice, Split), A3 east (Slavonia, Serbia), and A2 north (Slovenia) all exit within 10 minutes of our office via Slavonska avenija. Winter tyres are legally required 15 Nov – 15 Apr on inland motorway routes when signs are posted — all our rentals include them.

Our Zagreb office is well-connected to local neighbourhoods including Gornji Grad, Donji Grad, Maksimir, Trnje, Trešnjevka, Črnomerec, making it easy to reach your accommodation or explore the city and its surroundings.

Distances from Zagreb Downtown

DestinationDistanceTravel Time
Zagreb Central Station1 km5 min walk
Zagreb Airport17 km20 min
Plitvice Lakes130 km1h 35 min
Ljubljana (Slovenia)170 km2h
Rijeka180 km2h 5 min
Lake Bled (Slovenia)200 km2h 20 min
Budapest (Hungary)345 km3h 30 min
Split390 km4h
Dubrovnik590 km6h 15 min

Travel times are approximate and may vary with traffic conditions.

Frequently Asked Questions About Car Rental in Zagreb Downtown

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4.8

362 Google reviews

Kash G

Kash G

3 days ago

Great service, friendly team. Thanks so much!

Ankit Jena

Ankit Jena

1 week ago

Great service by Avax. Vladimir was very proactive and helped us with dropping off the car other than where we had originally planned and allowed us a bit of fl…

Przemysław Kruk

Przemysław Kruk

1 week ago

No written review

Fragiskos Vamvakaris

Fragiskos Vamvakaris

2 weeks ago

First of all we ordered a Suzuki Vitara with manual gear but they give us a Toyota Cross-Yaris with automatic gear. Ok, the car was new and perfect. When it was…

María Jose Arias Rodríguez

María Jose Arias Rodríguez

2 weeks ago

Top-notch service! Highly recommended!We had a fantastic experience with AVAX Car Rental in Croatia. Huge thanks to Vedran Vukušić and Vladimir for their outsta…

samanta mazzi

samanta mazzi

3 weeks ago

Odlična i jednostavna komunikacija, izvrsno vozilo, sve pohvale! (Translated by Google) Excellent and easy communication, excellent vehicle, all praise!

Subiya Suroor

Subiya Suroor

3 weeks ago

We had a really good experience with this car rental agency. The car we received was in great condition, clean, comfortable, and reliable throughout our trip. T…

Petra Lagetar

Petra Lagetar

3 weeks ago

Sve top. Sve je prošlo bez ikakvih problema, auto super, a vlasnik skroz korektan i pristojan. Sve smo se lako dogovorili i komunikacija je bila odlična. Nema n…

Filipe Matias

Filipe Matias

3 weeks ago

No written review

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