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Canterbury car hire information
| Pick-up location | Canterbury |
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| Car types | |
| Hire locations | 4 |
| Airport locations | 0 |
Cheap car hire in Canterbury
| Mini |
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| Compact |
| Intermediate |
| Standard |
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| People carrier |
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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Canterbury
- If there’s any town where having a car will completely elevate your experience, it's the quaint English city of Canterbury. Canterbury is famous for medieval cathedrals and historical sites. There are also several beautiful gardens to explore in the city centre and around its outskirts. Car hire in Canterbury will allow you to discover the city's historic secrets and will provide you with the freedom you need to explore the city fully.
- The closest airport to Canterbury is Southend Airport, which is positioned 26 miles away from the city. London Southend Airport is; therefore, the best place for Canterbury car hire, Europcar is the main car rental agency that directly operates out of London Southend Airport. There is another company called British Care Hire London Southend Airport. However, the remainder of the car rental companies with cars to rent on offer are in the heart of Canterbury. One of the more well-known ones is GR Cars.
- Owing to Canterbury’s history, many of the streets around the area are adorable cobbled narrow streets. For anyone who is not used to these, it can be a little confusing. Rest assured, driving in these environments require you to follow the exact same rules as on any other road. It also means that you’ll more than likely be sharing the road with pedestrians and cyclists so you’ll have to drive slowly in heavily populated areas. These are a few things to keep in mind when looking at car hire in Canterbury.
- If you’re exploring Canterbury’s city centre, you may want to park the car and walk. Navigating the narrow streets will be easier on foot, especially if you are not going far in your expedition. If you’re driving outside of the city you shouldn’t experience anything out of the ordinary when it comes to general driving etiquette. As with any English city, you need to take extra care when driving in the winter as the roads tend to get slippery when there is frost around.
- Book your car hire in Canterbury at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Mini hire cars in Canterbury are around 39% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about hiring a car in Canterbury
How much is the price of fuel in Canterbury?
The average price of fuel in Canterbury is R128,25 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between R1 539 and R2 052, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular car hire in Canterbury?
Mini (Toyota Aygo or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Canterbury.
Which car hire agencies are at Heathrow airport (LHR)?
Car hire companies onsite at Heathrow airport include GREEN MOTION, DRIVALIA, SURPRICE CAR RENTAL, Europcar, Sixt, keddy by Europcar, Hertz and Avis.
Which car hire agencies are at Gatwick airport (LGW)?
Car hire companies onsite at Gatwick airport include keddy by Europcar and Hertz.
Which car hire agencies are at Stansted airport (STN)?
Car hire companies onsite at Stansted airport include GREEN MOTION, DRIVALIA, Alamo, keddy by Europcar and National.
Which car hire companies will pick you up at Heathrow airport (LHR)?
Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Heathrow airport to off-airport locations include GREEN MOTION, Alamo, Europcar, Sixt, National, Hertz, Avis and Enterprise Rent-A-Car.
Which car hire companies will pick you up at Gatwick airport (LGW)?
Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Gatwick airport to off-airport locations include GREEN MOTION, Alamo, Europcar, Sixt, keddy by Europcar, National, Hertz, Avis and Enterprise Rent-A-Car.
Which car hire companies will pick you up at Stansted airport (STN)?
Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Stansted airport to off-airport locations include GREEN MOTION, Alamo, Europcar, Sixt, keddy by Europcar, National, Hertz, Avis and Enterprise Rent-A-Car.
How can I find car hires near me in Canterbury?
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
How much does a Mini car hire cost in Canterbury?
A Mini car hire in Canterbury costs R872 per day, on average.
How much does an Economy car hire cost in Canterbury?
An Economy car hire in Canterbury costs R1 429 per day, on average.
What type of car is recommended for driving in Canterbury?
In the city of Canterbury, you’ll be fine renting a smaller vehicle to get you from A to B. Most of the sites around the city are not hard to get to either. Of course, your choice of vehicle for car hire in Canterbury highly depends on whether or not you are taking a solo or couples break, or if you’re travelling with a larger party of people. If you’re taking a family trip, for example, you may want to consider renting a bigger vehicle with more space.
What is the speed limit in Canterbury?
The speed limit within Canterbury city centre is 30 miles per hour. However, do not be surprised if you see some areas of the town where the speed limit is as low as 20 miles per hour. If you’re taking the M2 from London, you’ll be able to travel at 70 miles per hour on dual carriageways. If you find yourself on a single carriageway, the national speed limit dictates you can travel at a maximum of 50 miles per hour.
Where are the best places to park in Canterbury?
The great news is that there are loads of places to leave your Canterbury car hire while you explore Canterbury. It’s always a good idea to check the parking situation with the person you are staying with or your hotel. Some places may require you to park on the street, but this is fairly common and quite safe. When you drive into the city, car parks such as Castle Street Car Park, Whitefriars Car Park, and Northgate Car Park are perfect locations to leave your car.
Canterbury car rental reviews and directory
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
8,0
Very Good
8 reviewsCleanliness
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.0
Value for money
8.0
2 locations in Canterbury
Locations in Canterbury
125-127 Northgate
+44 1227 767000
Unit 2, The Market Quarter
+44 1233 510239
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10,0 Wonderful
Oct 2018
Pros:
Excellent upgrade, super helpful staff!Cons:
Nothing9,2 Wonderful
May 2018
Pros:
the young man was very nice and friendly2,0 Poor
Sep 2017
Cons:
I organized to pick up my car ftom Ashford in Middlesex only to find that there is no Enterprise office at that and the address shkuld have been Ashford in Kent. Tip: mske sure the address listed is correct before booking2,0 Poor
Dec 2016
Pros:
The car was relatively easy to drive. Clean.Cons:
Hired the car to drive from Canterbury to Truro (East of England to West) 6 hours 40mins drive. NO Sat Nav (inbuilt sat nav but was not working) NO Radio!! Arrgggh!! Dont mind if the Sat Nav wasn't working. But nothing to listen to! Can drive someone insane. Then driving this over a period of 4 days around Truro and then makig the argious back to Crawley (5 hours) All in all. Very painful experience.10,0 Wonderful
Aug 2016
Pros:
Smooth registration that was quick and informative. The education about Dartford Crossing toll procedures was a life saver! The car was immaculate and got fantastic gas mileage! Strongly advise American drivers to get as small a car as possible if you're going to spend any time on rural roads! Returning the vehicle was equally smooth and efficient! Much easier driving from Canterbury than London!10,0 Wonderful
Sep 2023
Avis
7,4
Good
2 reviewsOne location in Canterbury
Locations in Canterbury
Newtown Rd
+44 344 544 8704
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No reviews available
Sixt
7,2
Good
No reviews available
2 locations in Canterbury
Locations in Canterbury
Henwood Ind. Estate
+44-8444993399
Unit 45,Joseph Wilson Ind.Est.
+44-8444993399
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No reviews available
FLIZZR
7,4
Good
No reviews available
One location in Canterbury
Locations in Canterbury
Kingfisher Business Park
+44 844 499 3399
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No reviews available
Free2Move
No score available yet
4 locations in Canterbury
Locations in Canterbury
Island Road
+44 1227 710333
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No reviews available
Car hire locations in or near Canterbury
Good to know
Most popular car type | Mini |
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