Car rentals in Russia

If you rent a car in Russia, be aware that you are required to drive on the right at all times.

Russia has a road quality score of 2.7 on a scale of 1 to 7, where 1 is the lowest rated score. This puts Russia at 124 out of 137 countries for road conditions. You may find that depending on where you travel within Russia that the road quality will vary.

The highest Blood Alcohol Concentration you can have in Russia while still legally able to operate a vehicle is 0.00%. However, some regions or cities within Russia might have different BAC limits, so it’s important to do your research before you travel. Note that the legal drinking age in Russia is 18. Steeper penalties will be given to those driving a vehicle who are under the legal drinking age.

Last week, the price of gasoline in Russia was $2.27 per gallon on average. This is subject to change based the city you visit, time of year, and the country’s current economy. In comparison, the country with the cheapest average gas price is Kuwait at $1.29 per gallon, whereas the country with the most expensive average gas price is Hong Kong at $12.53 per gallon.

Prices for cars in Russia are refreshed on a daily basis.

There are 405 operators available for cars in Russia as of April 2025.

The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including Russia. In numerous EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. To rent a car overseas, you'll generally need to be at least 21, and if you're under 25, a young driver surcharge may be applied. We advise that you read the policy of your chosen rental company before making a reservation.

When renting a car in Russia, all drivers must present a full valid driving license. An International Driving Permit is required if the driving license is written in a language different to that of the country of rental and may be necessary to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you are renting abroad, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend checking with the individual rental company you are booking with.