Where can I rent a car in Tromsø?
Rental companies at Tromsø Airport and the winter driving rules.
Short answer
In Tromsø you can rent a car at Tromsø Airport, where Avinor's car rental page lists Avis, Hertz and Sixt with contact details. Avinor's English airport page also names Europcar, Budget and Enterprise. From 16 October to 30 April, cars in Troms must have at least 3 mm tread on their tyres.
Why
- Avinor, which runs Tromsø Airport, gives phone numbers for Avis (77 50 02 70), Hertz (48 26 20 00) and Sixt (66 69 99 00) on its car rental page.
- In Nordland, Troms and Finnmark the winter rule of at least 3 mm tread depth applies from 16 October to 30 April, a longer period than in the rest of Norway.
- In the same three counties, studded tyres may be used from 16 October to 30 April, and outside those dates when road conditions require it.
Details
Avinor does not list opening hours or desk locations, so confirm the pickup details with the company, especially for late flights. If you only need a car for part of your stay, Avinor's airport pages also cover public transport and taxis into the city.
Tip
Visit Norway recommends winter driving in Norway only for drivers with experience of winter conditions, so if you have never driven on snow and ice, a guided tour may be the better choice.
People also ask
- Where can I hire a car at Tromsø Airport?
- Which car rental companies are in Tromsø?
Sources
- Avinor: Car rental at Tromsø AirportChecked at:
- Avinor: Tromsø AirportChecked at:
- Norwegian Public Roads Administration: Winter tyresChecked at:
- Visit Norway: Road safetyChecked at:
This answer is for reference only. Rental companies and contact details can change, so check Avinor before you travel.
Costs of renting a car in NorwayRelated questions
-
Are Norway's mountain roads open in May, or is it too early for a road trip?
Some seasonal mountain roads in Norway are open by May, but others, such as Trollstigen and Gamle Strynefjellsvegen, have opened as late as June in previous years.
-
Has Norway banned the sale of new petrol and diesel cars?
No, Norway has not banned the sale of new petrol and diesel cars, but it has a political goal that all new passenger cars should be zero-emission by 2025.
-
Can other electric cars use Tesla Superchargers in Norway?
Yes, most Tesla Supercharger stations in Norway are now open to other electric cars with a CCS charging port, and you start and pay for charging in the Tesla app.
-
Can I get E5 or 98 octane petrol in Norway?
Yes, you can still buy 98 octane petrol labelled 98 E5 in several places in Norway, but every pump marked 95 now sells E10 with up to 10 percent ethanol.