Norway is not only the westernmost of the Scandinavian countries, it’s also the northernmost and easternmost because its northern boundary extends to Russia’s northwestern tip as well as northern Finland. Despite Norway’s reputation as a cold and expensive country, its climate is fairly mild thanks to the Gulf of Mexico’s warm currents and finding cheap car hire in Norway isn’t difficult at all.

A plethora of options for car rental in Norway exist in all of the major cities and airports in the nation, but car hire in Norway is especially useful for anyone planning to explore the country’s vast northern wilderness where distances are long, the scenery is spectacular, and other public transportation choices are few.

Norway is generally an easy country to drive in, but those driving by car rental in Norway should be aware of the long distances required to arrive at most destinations. For instance, Norway’s capital city of Oslo is an eight hour drive away from Bergen, Stavanger, and Trondheim.

Most vehicles available for car hire in Norway have manual transmission, so drivers who prefer vehicles with automatic transmission should clearly specify this when they order their cheap car hire in Norway. Some of Norway’s mountain roads are too narrow for two vehicles to meet, and passing points are clearly marked with signs where a large capital M is written. Drivers in Norway should also be alert for moose, elk, red deer, and reindeer who step on to the roads, especially during dawn and dusk.

The cost of both gas and car rental in Norway may be more expensive than many other countries, but the convenience of exploring the breathtaking fjords, rugged coastline, southern beaches, and 50,000 islands of this beautiful country at one’s own pace is well worth the cost.