Renting a Car in Panevėžys

Panevėžys is northeast Lithuania's main city, a pleasant mid-sized town on the Nevėžis River. It's primarily a transit point for travellers heading between Vilnius and Riga, and a base for exploring the Aukštaitija region — Lithuania's highland lake district.

Rental options are limited; Hertz and Budget are the main providers. Prices start around €12/day. The Panevėžys–Riga route is one of the most direct Baltic drives, passing flat agricultural land and pine forest.

Car Rental Providers in Panevėžys

  • Hertz
  • Budget

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Where to Pick Up Your Car in Panevėžys

Main pickup location: Panevėžys city centre — Laisvės aikštė area. Additional collection points may be available at hotels and railway stations — check your provider's website for the full list of Panevėžys locations.

What Documents Do You Need?

  • Valid driving licence — held for at least 1 year.
  • Passport or national identity card.
  • Credit card in the primary driver's name for the security deposit.
  • Non-EU licence holders may need an International Driving Permit if the licence is not in Latin script.

Young Driver Rules in Lithuania

Drivers aged 18–24 can rent from most providers but typically pay a Young Driver Surcharge of €8–€20/day. Minimum age is usually 18, with some providers requiring 21 for premium categories.

Tips for Renting in Panevėžys

  • Aukštaitija National Park roads are partly unpaved — check whether your rental allows gravel driving.
  • Fill up in Panevėžys; petrol stations are sparse in the national park.
  • The drive to Riga is straightforward on the A10/Via Baltica.
  • Panevėžys train station is close to most rental offices — convenient if arriving by rail from Vilnius.
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Driving in Lithuania

Lithuania uses right-hand traffic. Speed limits: 50 km/h in towns, 90 km/h on rural roads, 110–130 km/h on motorways. Blood alcohol limit: 0.04%. Headlights on at all times. Winter tyres required Nov–Mar. Currency: Euro (€).

Nearby Destinations Worth Driving To

  • Aukštaitija National Park — 80 km, 1 hr. Lithuania's oldest national park — hundreds of lakes, rivers, and forested hills.
  • Anykščiai — 60 km, 45 min. Treetop walk, the Šventoji valley, and the Puntukas Stone — one of Lithuania's natural wonders.
  • Biržai — 55 km, 45 min. Baroque castle and the unique karst landscape of northern Lithuania.
  • Riga — 220 km, 2.5 hr. Straight north via the Via Baltica — the Latvian capital makes a comfortable day trip or overnight.

For more planning help, read our car rental tips guide and find out which fees to watch for when collecting your vehicle.