Car Hire in Bolivia

People drive on the right in Bolivia. If you are travelling to Bolivia from a country that drives on the opposite side of the road, then this may take some getting used to, especially if you intend to hire a car during your stay.

The road network in Bolivia has been scored 3.1 for its quality (1 lowest, 7 highest). This puts it at 109 in the world out of 137 other countries. Roads will vary significantly within the country’s different regions, so use scores as a rough guide or reference for comparison.

The BAC limit is -0.99% in Bolivia - this applies to both visitors and residents. Your BAC level is a measurement of the percentage of alcohol in your bloodstream. This information is used to determine how inebriated an individual is. Driving a vehicle with a BAC higher than -0.99% is against the law in Bolivia and you will be deemed as ‘driving under the influence’. Note that the legal drinking age in Bolivia is 18. Steeper penalties will be given to those driving a vehicle who are under the legal drinking age.

As of last week, the average price of petrol in Bolivia was $0.85 per litre. According to our data, Bolivia has neither the most expensive nor the cheapest petrol prices in the world. Kuwait currently has the least expensive at $0.54 per litre, while Hong Kong has the most expensive at $5.17 per litre. Keep in mind that petrol prices change regularly and may be different during your travel dates.

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

There are 80 operators available for cars in Bolivia as of April 2025.

The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including Bolivia. 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.

To hire a car in Bolivia, all drivers must present a valid full driving license. If the license is written in a language other than the language of the country of hire, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're hiring a car abroad, you may also need to provide evidence of your return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend that you verify with the specific hire company you're booking with.