Your Iceland Car Rental Service
Planning your trip to Iceland? Quality rental cars at affordable prices are what we specialize in. Whether you have your heart set on the open road, the rugged mountains, or just a cozy city break, we have the hire car for you. Browse our rental categories and book your Iceland car hire with GO Iceland today!
Why Choose Go Iceland?
Our Hire Cars
Our range of rental cars is designed around the needs of all kinds of visitors to Iceland. Find the right model for you below.
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Small
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Mid-size
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4WD SUV
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Campers
Things to Know About Driving in Iceland
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play_arrowPublic transport in Iceland is limited
Public transport in Iceland is limited outside large cities, so if you are planning to explore Iceland’s abundance of natural landscapes, renting a car is your best bet.
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play_arrowThe Golden Circle
The Golden Circle is the most popular road trip, covering 3 of Iceland’s most iconic natural destinations - Thingvellir National Park, Gullfoss Waterfall, and Geysir Geothermal Area. There are a number of smaller attractions to hit on this route if time allows.
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play_arrowF-Roads
F-Roads are roads within Iceland’s Highlands, found primarily in the center of the country. They often have more difficult conditions and are only open during the summer months, so only 4x4 vehicles are permitted here. Driving offroad in any vehicle is illegal and punishable by hefty fines.
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play_arrowSpeed limits
Speed limits in Iceland are notoriously low and speeding fines are particularly high. In urban areas, limits are typically 50 km/h, gravel roads observe 80 km/h limits, and paved roads 90 km/h. If you incur fees on your rental car, you will likely be charged a handling fee by your rental car company on top of the fine fees.
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play_arrowHeadlights
Headlights should be used at all times, throughout daytime and nighttime hours, no matter the season in Iceland.
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play_arrowBeware of sheep
Beware of sheep that are beside roads, as they can often dart in front of incoming traffic. This can injure animals and damage vehicles, so it’s important to be careful.
Car Hire FAQ
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play_arrowDo I have to have an international driving license?
If we can read the characters on the driver’s license, you will not need an international driver’s license but you need to be 18 years old and have held a driver’s license for a year.
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play_arrowDo you take any authorization on my credit card?
If you haven’t chosen the premium insurance package or SCDW (Super collision damage waiver), we will block a deposit for 350.000 ISK which will be released when the car has been returned.
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play_arrowIs a credit card needed to hold my reservation?
Yes, you need a credit card and you need one while booking the car too.
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play_arrowWhat are the minimum age requirements for renting?
You need to be 18 years old and have had a valid driver’s license for a year.
GO Iceland Special Offers
On a budget? Don’t panic, check out our special offers on top-class car models.
Toyota Yaris
B Class (EDMR)
Manual Transmission
Not suitable for highland F-roads
CDW Insurance
taxes and unlimited mileage included.
From 4.800 ISK per day
Rent a carDacia Duster 4x4 - Unlimited milage
Manual Transmission
Diesel
Ideal for rough highland F-roads
CDW Insurance
taxes and unlimited mileage included.
From 5.000 ISK per day
Rent a carBlog
What do I Need to Rent a Car in Iceland?
Renting a car in Iceland is fairly straightforward. Learn more about acceptable driver’s licenses, credit cards, and all you need to rent a car in Iceland.
What Car Insurance do I Need in Iceland?
If you’ve got your heart set on renting a car in Iceland, a key part of the booking process is choosing the right insurance package.