Car Hire Turin Airport — Gateway to Piedmont and the Alps

Turin Airport (TRN), officially Turin-Caselle Airport, is the gateway to Piedmont and the Italian Alps. Located 16 km northwest of Turin, it’s perfectly positioned for exploring the Langhe wine region, Lake Maggiore, and the Alpine ski resorts. Within an hour, you can be in Barolo wine country. Within 90 minutes, the Alps or Lake Maggiore. For travellers heading to Piedmont’s wine regions or ski resorts, Turin Airport is the ideal starting point.

The airport handles about 4 million passengers annually, with both domestic and international flights. Car rental counters are in the arrival hall, and pickup is straightforward. The A4, A5, and A32 motorways connect Turin to Milan, the Alps, and France.

Picking Up Your Rental Car at Turin Airport

Car rental counters are in the arrival hall. Major providers include Sixt, Europcar, Hertz, Avis, Budget, and local companies like Maggiore and Locauto. Most counters are open 7:00 AM to 11:00 PM, with some offering extended hours. Follow “Autonoleggio” signs from baggage claim.

The pickup garage is adjacent to the terminal. Vehicle return is in the same location — follow “Restituzione Autonoleggio” signs. Fuel stations are located on Strada dell’Aeroporto near the airport. Fill up before returning to avoid surcharges.

Documentation: valid driving licence (International Driving Permit recommended for non-EU licences), passport or ID card, and credit card for deposit (€500-1,500). Turin Airport handles international travellers daily. Photograph your vehicle before leaving.

Where to Go from Turin Airport

Turin City Centre (30 minutes) — South on the A55 ring road. Egyptian Museum, Mole Antonelliana, Baroque palaces. Parking garages outside the ZTL zone.

Langhe Wine Region (1 hour) — Southeast on the A55 and SS231. Barolo, Barbaresco, Alba. Wine tastings and stunning views. UNESCO landscape.

Lake Maggiore (1 hour) — North on the A26. Stresa, Borromean Islands, lakeside towns. Boat trips to Isola Bella.

Alps and Ski Resorts (1-1.5 hours) — West on the A32. Sestriere, Sauze d’Oulx, Alpine villages. Hiking and skiing in season.

Milan (1.5 hours) — East on the A4. Duomo, fashion, La Scala. Do NOT drive into the centre — Area C applies.

Tips for Driving in Italy

Turin Airport connects to the A4 (east-west), A5 (north to Aosta), and A32 (west to Alps and France). Speed limits are 50 km/h in cities, 90 km/h on rural roads, and 130 km/h on motorways. Alpine roads may have lower limits in winter.

Italian motorways are toll roads. The A4 from Turin to Milan costs about €10. Credit cards are accepted. Fuel is cheaper at supermarkets than at the airport.

Winter driving in the Alps requires snow tyres or chains. Rental cars are equipped during winter months if requested. Check weather conditions before heading to the mountains.

If driving to France, check your rental agreement — cross-border permissions are usually included for EU countries.

Compare Turin Airport car hire prices using the search above. With immediate access to the Langhe, Alps, and Lake Maggiore, it’s the perfect starting point for your Piedmont adventure.