Bolt car rental

Why drive when you can Drive?

Fully digital car rental service, no office or standing in line, available in premium locations in Lisbon and Porto.

Drive on demand

Daily rates, no hidden fees, the price is upfront in the app.

Keyless rental

Use your phone to reserve, unlock, and return your car—no keys or paperwork needed.

Skip the lines

Skip the rental office wait. Upload your driving license in the app and you're all set.

Premium locations

Pick up your car from over 20 convenient spots across the city.

This includes the city center, airport, and train stations, with many open 24/7.

Wide selection

Choose the perfect vehicle for your needs.

Easy round-trip

Return your car to the pickup location for a hassle-free experience.

No hidden fees

What you see is what you get. The price displayed in the app is the final price, with no surprises or extra charges at pickup.

Insurance included

Every Bolt rental includes basic insurance for your peace of mind, with an option to upgrade to premium coverage.

Start driving

Rent a car faster than regular car rental. Drive it as long as you need to, return the car fuelled to the collection point, and move on with your day.

Open the Bolt app

If you don't have it, download it and create your profile.

Upload your license

A quick one-time step to verify your driving license in the app.

Browse and book

Find available cars near you, select your preferred model, and reserve it in just a few taps.

Unlock and drive

Head to your chosen pickup location, unlock the car directly with your phone, and start your journey.

Return with ease

When you're done, simply return the car to its original pickup spot, ensuring the fuel level is the same as when you started.

Open the Bolt app

If you don't have it, download it and create your profile.

Upload your license

A quick one-time step to verify your driving license in the app.

Browse and book

Find available cars near you, select your preferred model, and reserve it in just a few taps.

Unlock and drive

Head to your chosen pickup location, unlock the car directly with your phone, and start your journey.

Return with ease

When you're done, simply return the car to its original pickup spot, ensuring the fuel level is the same as when you started.

"The cars are good; everything in general is clean and predictable. They mostly have a kid booster seat in the trunk. I like that. It's predictable; you know exactly what you are getting."

Manan (Berlin)

Bolt Drive user

Rent the car you need

Big or small, budget or premium. All cars come with basic insurance coverage, fuelled up, and ready to drive.

Premium insurance and other add-ons can be configured as part of booking your journey.

When you just need wheels.

Everyday cars

When you need extra seats.

SUVs

When you have cargo to move.

Vans and trucks

Starting from €28/day for flexible car rentals.

All prices and optional add-ons (like premium insurance from €9) are shown upfront in the app. Go to the app to explore safety features, contact support 24/7, or see what options are available in your region.

Pay as you go

Book and go anytime

Enjoy flexible daily car rentals with 250 km included per day – book in advance for a minimum of 6 hours and up to 14 days, with a simple daily rate and an extra fee only if you exceed the limit.

Long-term rental

Reserve up to 30 days ahead

Pay a fixed rate for the exact number of hours or days you need to drive.

Bolt car rental in your city

Check the app for pickup locations and more.

Frequently asked questions

Car rental prices start as low as 28€ per day. You can use the car for a minimum of 6 hours and up to 14 days, if you like. The rental cost does not include charges for fuel or parking.

All of our cars come with automatic-transmission at no extra cost. The specific make and model of hire car depends on availability. Our car-types include: small, medium-sized, and premium cars, as well as SUVs and vans. Check the app to see which cars are available to rent nearby.

Simply pay inside your Bolt app as you would for a Bolt car or scooter ride (credit/debit card or Apple Pay).

Once you find the car you’d like to rent, simply tap on the button in your Bolt app to unlock the vehicle and start driving!

Once you unlock the car with your Bolt app, you’ll find the car keys inside the car.

In case of damaging the car, you may be charged a fee. For more details, please read the Terms and Conditions of Bolt Drive.

When you rent a car with Bolt, parking fees are not included in the price of your rental, so you are required to pay for parking and return the car to the pick-up location.