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Canterbury car rental information

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KAYAK’s top tips for renting 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.
  • 25% of our users found rental cars in Canterbury for $47 or less
  • Book your rental car in Canterbury at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Economy rental cars in Canterbury are around 14% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about renting a car in Canterbury

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Canterbury?

    On average a rental car in Canterbury costs $74 per day. But prices differ between operators and you can save money through a price comparison of car rental deals from different agencies. The cheapest price for a car rental in Canterbury found in the last 2 weeks is $32.

  • Can I rent an automatic car in Canterbury?

    Yes, automatic cars are available in most car renting companies in Canterbury. As cars with manual transmission are more common in many countries, you might have to pay an additional charge for renting an automatic car.

  • How much is gas price in Canterbury?

    The average gas price in Canterbury 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 Canterbury?

    Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Canterbury.

  • Which car rental companies are at Heathrow airport (LHR)?

    Car rental companies onsite at Heathrow airport include GREEN MOTION, Europcar, DRIVALIA, Hertz, SURPRICE CAR RENTAL, Sixt, Budget, Dollar, Avis and Routes Car & Truck Rentals.

  • Which car rental companies are at Gatwick airport (LGW)?

    Car rental companies onsite at Gatwick airport include Europcar, Hertz, Budget, Dollar and Routes Car & Truck Rentals.

  • Which car rental companies are at Stansted airport (STN)?

    Car rental companies onsite at Stansted airport include GREEN MOTION, DRIVALIA, Hertz, Alamo, Budget, National and Routes Car & Truck Rentals.

  • Which car rental companies will pick you up at Heathrow airport (LHR)?

    Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Heathrow airport to off-airport locations include GREEN MOTION, Europcar, Hertz, Alamo, Sixt, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Budget, Dollar, National, and Avis.

  • Which car rental companies will pick you up at Gatwick airport (LGW)?

    Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Gatwick airport to off-airport locations include GREEN MOTION, Europcar, Hertz, Alamo, Sixt, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Budget, Dollar, National, and Avis.

  • Which car rental companies will pick you up at Stansted airport (STN)?

    Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Stansted airport to off-airport locations include GREEN MOTION, Europcar, Hertz, Alamo, Sixt, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Budget, Dollar, National, and Avis.

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

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

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

    An Economy car rental in Canterbury costs $77 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Full Size car rental cost in Canterbury?

    A Full Size car rental in Canterbury costs $160 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Mini car rental cost in Canterbury?

    A Mini car rental in Canterbury costs $50 per day, on average.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car for a week in Canterbury?

    On average a rental car in Canterbury costs $515 per week ($74 per day).

  • How much does it cost to rent a car long term for a month in Canterbury?

    On average a rental car in Canterbury costs $2,207 per month ($74 per day).

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

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

  • How many car agencies are operating in Canterbury?

    KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 2 car rental agencies in Canterbury.

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

    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 Canterbury?

    KAYAK searches thousands of car rental agencies to provide you with offers from all car rental agencies operating in Canterbury 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 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 reviews
Cheapest deal
Most popular

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.0

Value for money

8.0

2 locations in Canterbury

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125-127 Northgate

+44 1227 767000

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

Unit 2, The Market Quarter

+44 1233 510239

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

Oct 2018

KAYAK

Pros:

Excellent upgrade, super helpful staff!

Cons:

Nothing

9.2 Wonderful

May 2018

KAYAK

Pros:

the young man was very nice and friendly

2.0 Poor

Sep 2017

KAYAK

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 booking

2.0 Poor

Dec 2016

KAYAK

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

KAYAK

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

KAYAK
Excellent experience! The staff was incredibly helpful and made pickup and dropoff both a smooth and fast process.

1 out of 3

Avis

7.5

One location in Canterbury

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Newtown Rd

+44 344 544 8704

Opening times not available

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Sixt

7.3

Good

No reviews available

2 locations in Canterbury

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Henwood Ind. Estate

+44-8444993399

Opening times not available

Unit 45,Joseph Wilson Ind.Est.

+44-8444993399

Opening times not available

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FLIZZR

8.2

Very good

No reviews available

Best rated

One location in Canterbury

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Kingfisher Business Park

+44 844 499 3399

Opening times not available

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Free2Move

No score available yet

4 locations in Canterbury

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Broad Oak Road

Monday08:30 - 18:00
Tuesday08:30 - 18:00
Wednesday08:30 - 18:00
Thursday08:30 - 18:00
Friday08:30 - 18:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday10:00 - 16:00

Island Road

+44 1227 710333

Monday13:00 - 16:0008:00 - 17:00
Tuesday13:00 - 16:0008:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:0013:00 - 16:00
Thursday13:00 - 16:0008:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:0013:00 - 16:00
Saturday13:00 - 16:0008:00 - 17:00

Quantock Drive

Monday08:30 - 18:00
Tuesday08:30 - 18:00
Wednesday08:30 - 18:00
Thursday08:30 - 18:00
Friday08:30 - 18:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday10:00 - 16:00

Westminster Road

Monday08:30 - 18:00
Tuesday08:30 - 18:00
Wednesday08:30 - 18:00
Thursday08:30 - 18:00
Friday08:30 - 18:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday10:00 - 16:00

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10 travelers who rented a car in Canterbury gave the car agency they used an average rating of 7.4

Car rental locations in or near Canterbury

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Most popular agency

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Most popular car type

Economy

Average price

$74/day

Good deal

$47/day

When to book a rental car in Canterbury

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