I was confused about the side-street route to get back to the rental office even though I could see it off to the side as we drove by again...and again. The sat nav directions were either confusing or wrong. Please note this was not a problem with the staff.
I had a great experience and would gladly recommend them.
Cons:
Nothing.
7.2 Good
Aug 2016
Pros:
Did NOT appreciate having to wait 45 minutes for car collection when I want in at 9am to pay and was assured car would be ready to villa r at 15:00 and then to get there at 15:00 and they still had to clean!!!!!
Cons:
Above
10.0 Wonderful
Oct 2022
There was an issue with the pickup as there wasn’t a car ready which created a delay whilst they tried to locate one. Car was excellent once i finally got one.
Choose the option to hire a car in Maidstone and give yourself the chance to witness the town and all surrounding areas at your ease and flexibility. Heard about the renowned Canterbury Cathedral, but not had the chance to visit? Now is your chance, with car hire in Maidstone. Driving to the famous town, 26 miles away, will take just under 40min. If you want to stay closer to Maidstone, Leeds Castle, known as ‘the loveliest castle in the world’ and just 5 miles away, is an 11min drive.
Located in Kent, the closest airport is Heathrow at 63 miles away and takes around 1h 15min to get to. Heathrow Airport has an extensive car rental centre, which is home to companies including Europcar, Hertz, Avis and Budget, enabling an array of options to suit a range of budgets. Some of the car hire companies are open 24/7 and most providers in the car hire centre can conveniently be accessed at all times. There is a free airport shuttle bus that expediently transports passengers from Terminals 2, 3 and 4 and runs every day at 10-minute intervals.
The main motorways near Maidstone are the M20 and M2. The M20 connects you to the South, towards Dover and Folkestone, and takes you North towards another major road, the M25, which circles the UK’s capital, London, and can connect you to other routes towards the North of the UK. The M2 will guide you to the East, towards Sittingbourne, which has a selection of museums and notable locations, and the Isle of Sheppey, known as Kent’s ‘Treasure Island’. Motorways can become congested with traffic during rush hour, which is normally between 7:00 to 9:00 and 17:00 to 19:00, however we would advise you to tune into the traffic news to follow the latest updates on the day.
You can drive around Maidstone town, but the high street in the town centre is a pedestrian zone, which means that there is restricted access for vehicles except taxis and bicycles. Only taxis and bicycles can access the High Street from Pudding Lane and King Street, and only buses can access the High Street from Mill Street, King Street, Pudding Lane and Fairmeadow. The UK can have extremely cold weather conditions if you are travelling from October to February and roads could be icy, so please take extra care when travelling in Maidstone in icy conditions.
25% of our users found rental cars in Maidstone for $23 or less
Book your rental car in Maidstone at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
Compact rental cars in Maidstone are around 4% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about renting a car in Maidstone
You can drive a range of different car types to suit your needs, including economy, standard and luxury, as well as vans, all of which you can get from Maidstone car hire. However, larger cars and vehicles might be a bit more difficult to navigate in the town centre due to the smaller roads, one way systems and pedestrian only areas.
When driving in the town, 20mph to 30mph is usually the permitted limit, this depends on the street and area, and you are strongly advised to check this upon your arrival. On motorways, specifically dual carriageways, the national speed limit can go up to 70mph and on single carriageways, it is generally 60mph.
There are a number of on-street parking options and car parks in Maidstone, with a mix of short stay and long stay car parks. Car parks are pay and display. On-street parking is free daily from 18:00 to 08:00 and all day on Sundays and Lockmeadow, one of the long stay car parks is free after 18:30 every day and all day on Sundays. Short stay car parks include Brewer Street, King Street, Medway Street, Mill Street, Palace Avenue, Mote Road and Wheeler Street. Long stay car parks include Barker Road, Brooks Place, Brunswick Street, College Road, Lockmeadow, Lucerne Street, Sandling Road, Union Street East, Sittingbourne Road, Union Street West and Well Road. Car parking is usually around £1.10 for 1h, up to around £5 for 4h.
On average a rental car in Maidstone costs $26 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 Maidstone found in the last 2 weeks is $24.
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Europcar ($31/day) and Enterprise ($65/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest rental car price was found at Europcar Units 4 8 Union Park ME15 9XT (3 miles from city center).
Yes, automatic cars are available in most car renting companies in Maidstone. As cars with manual transmission are more common in many countries, you might have to pay an additional charge for renting an automatic car.
The average gas price in Maidstone is $6.92 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between $83 and $111, depending on the car size.
Compact (Class Compact Car or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Maidstone.
A Compact car rental in Maidstone costs $64 per day, on average.
A Mini car rental in Maidstone costs $25 per day, on average.
An Economy car rental in Maidstone costs $49 per day, on average.
In Maidstone, cars are most frequently rented at Europcar Units 4 8 Union Park (3 miles from city center).
On average a rental car in Maidstone costs $183 per week ($26 per day).
On average a rental car in Maidstone costs $785 per month ($26 per day).
Most car rental providers in Maidstone offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car rental in Maidstone, check out KAYAK's car rental insurance guide.
KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 11 car rental agencies in Maidstone.
One car rental company which has updated their car rental health and safety policies due to COVID-19 to make sure vehicles are clean and disinfected is Europcar
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!).
KAYAK searches thousands of car rental agencies to provide you with offers from all car rental agencies operating in Maidstone so that you can compare car rental rates, reviews and pick-up and drop-off locations to find the best deal for you.