MXP to Maggiore logistics

[coleyfagiole]

I fly into Malpensa and go directly to Lago Maggiore. I am trying to figure out the best way to get there.

• Pick up car at MXP and drop-off at Centrale (for train rest of trip)?
• Minimize cost and pick up and drop off at MXP and then train to Centrale?
• Train to Como, pick up and drop off car there?

I also haven't rented a car in ages; and recs for agencies to focus on or more importantly, avoid?

Grazie!

 

[Alpinista]

Will let others talk about the logistics, but will insert reminder that Italy now requires International Drivers Permit for car rental.

 

[GailS]

We've always had a good experience with AutoEurope for car rentals - a U.S. based consolidator. We really like their no deductible option. I'm not sure if they still use Sicily By Car but avoid them if they do. We typically choose a rental from Avis/Hertz/Europecar through them.

 

[ncp]

I dont know how this meshes with the rest of your trip but its super easy to pick up a car at mxp and drive to maggiore in less than an hour. No autostrada to deal with, easy peasy.

 

[jan]

I too have had consistent good luck with Auto Europe.

 

[coleyfagiole]

I dont know how this meshes with the rest of your trip but its super easy to pick up a car at mxp and drive to maggiore in less than an hour. No autostrada to deal with, easy peasy.

Thanks - that part I know, I'm just if that's based based on the fact that I'm not going back tot he airport, but rather to the trains station.