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Caernarfon car rental information

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KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Caernarfon

  • A car hire in Caernarfon is definitely your best choice for exploring the town and the picturesque village roads. Although there is public transport, if you want to experience the true Welsh countryside and the tourist sites at your own freedom and comfort, then a car hire beats all other options. Caernarfon is a great starting point for further exploration for in North Wales. Take a day trip to the beautiful Snowdonia National Park, a glorious place to witness the surrounding landscape of the tallest mountain in Wales.
  • Car hire in Caernarfon will depend on where you are driving or flying into as the main airports are almost over 100 km away. You have the option of hiring your car from Liverpool Airport and driving to Caernarfon. If you are flying into Manchester you can catch the train and pick up at your car hire from the most popular car hire location in town - Gwalia Garage. Once you know your route you can check the options for car hire locations through KAYAK and choose the best pick-up for you.
  • Caernarfon is a quaint royal town village and port city in Gwynedd, Wales, with a very small population and rural roads to explore. With its laidback nature; you don’t need to worry about congested roads or city parking issues. Stick to the speed limits in town and if you are exploring out of the town make sure to drive slow and watch out for sheep and winding Welsh roads.
  • Driving in Wales is the same as any other major road systems in the UK, but you will be driving on rural roads so you need to be aware that street lights might be rare and you have to be aware of animals and speeding. Make sure you slow down in rainy weather and in case of driving any lonely isolated roads, make sure your car hire company gives you reflective warning triangle and vests, spare bulbs for headlights and a fire extinguisher. You should have no issues exploring the small town roads of Caernarfon, but plan cleverly if you do want to explore further out on winding roads.
  • Book your rental car in Caernarfon at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Compact rental cars in Caernarfon are around -96% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about renting a car in Caernarfon

  • Can I rent an automatic car in Caernarfon?

    Based on our information, car rental agencies in Caernarfon only have manual transmission cars.

  • How much is gas price in Caernarfon?

    The average gas price in Caernarfon is $6.99 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between $84 and $112, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular rental car in Caernarfon?

    Compact (Toyota C-HR or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Caernarfon.

  • How can I find car rentals near me in Caernarfon?

    Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.

  • How much does a Compact car rental cost in Caernarfon?

    A Compact car rental in Caernarfon costs $117 per day, on average.

  • How much does an Intermediate car rental cost in Caernarfon?

    An Intermediate car rental in Caernarfon costs $75 per day, on average.

  • How much does an Economy car rental cost in Caernarfon?

    An Economy car rental in Caernarfon costs $65 per day, on average.

  • Should I get insurance when renting a car in Caernarfon?

    Most car rental providers in Caernarfon offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car rental in Caernarfon, check out KAYAK's car rental insurance guide.

  • How many car agencies are operating in Caernarfon?

    KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 3 car rental agencies in Caernarfon.

  • What do I need to know before booking a car rental in Caernarfon?

    Finding the right price, understanding the add-ons and staying up to date with policy changes can be a challenge. That’s why KAYAK has produced the ultimate guide to renting a car to help you cut though the jargon and make the right choice for your rental car. Find tips and insights for how to book your rental, what car rental insurance you’ll need, how to deal with a car rental agency and what extra fees to expect (and avoid!).

  • Why should I use KAYAK to rent a car in Caernarfon?

    KAYAK searches thousands of car rental agencies to provide you with offers from all car rental agencies operating in Caernarfon so that you can compare car rental rates, reviews and pick-up and drop-off locations to find the best deal for you.

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Caernarfon?

    You do not necessarily need an SUV for your trip to Caernarfon but if you are in the area it would be a pity to not explore the surrounding countryside, scenery and castles. Your best option would then be an SUV for more luggage space, spacious interiors and modern safety technologies for winding roads with ABS brake controls.

  • What’s the speed limit in Caernarfon?

    When using a car hire in Caernarfon the basic speed limits will be the same as in the UK where it is 70 mph (112 km) on motorways and dual carriageways, 60 mph (95 km) on single carriageways and 30 mph (50 km) in built-up areas and town roads. Always reduce your speed when travelling on winding country roads and if the weather is wet and rainy. Take note it can seem that in Wales there are more sheep than people, so when driving on farm roads, reduce your speed and be aware of roaming flocks on the side of the roads.

  • Where are the best places to park in Caernarfon?

    It is not difficult to find parking for your Caernarfon car hire. There are many options from street parking to paid parking lots. There is a long-stay public car park at the waterfront, next to the castle. If you travel to Helen's Road you can find free parking past the railway station towards Travis Perkins. You can drive round to Foryd Bay and park on the roadside for free, and walk back into town over the swing bridge.

Caernarfon car rental reviews and directory

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

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Unit 9 Gateway Park

+44 1248 351657

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

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10.0 Wonderful

Sep 2017

KAYAK

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from the minute I walked in the door...was greeted with lovely smiling faces...once paperwork was done was shown round the car which was a beauty....and drove off with a huge smile on my face....On returning the car it was the same....the staff in bangor were fantastic....would definitely use these guys n girls again...once again thankyou for your excellent service

10.0 Wonderful

Jul 2023

KAYAK
Staff and location were perfect for our needs for this rental. They were very helpful, the location was very convenient.

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keddy by Europcar

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Anglesey Airport

+44 371 384 3484

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Caeathro

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Gwalia Garage, Caerthro

+44 371 384 3484

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 17:00

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Europcar

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Gwalia Garage

+44 371 384 3484

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Gwalia Garage

+44 371 384 3484

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Firefly

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Fleet Administrator

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Free2Move

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Llanwnda

+44 1286 830227

Monday08:30 - 17:00
Tuesday08:30 - 17:00
Wednesday08:30 - 17:00
Thursday08:30 - 17:00
Friday08:30 - 17:00
Saturday08:30 - 17:00

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Hertz

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Fleet Administrator

+44 1407 763818

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00

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