Car hires in Kolkata, West Bengal

70 km/h is the city speed limit for Kolkata, which also applies to surrounding towns and other urban centres. The suburban speed limit and the speed limit for motorways around Kolkata are 80 km/h and 120 km/h, respectively. If you hire a car in Kolkata, be aware that these speed limits may be strictly enforced.

Those looking for a hire car in Kolkata during the month of February should expect temperatures to be around 23 °C and should expect around 27 mm of precipitation. This information can be helpful when choosing which car you’d like to rent.

Those looking to hire a car in Kolkata for a road trip to the surrounding areas, please know the weather in West Bengal during the month of February usually is around 23 °C with 27 mm of possible rain.

Prices for cars in Kolkata are updated daily.

There are 10 operators available for cars in Kolkata as of February 2025.

The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including Kolkata. In numerous EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. To hire 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 hire company before making a reservation.

When hiring a car in Kolkata, 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 hiring abroad, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend checking with the individual hire company you are booking with.