Canterbury car hire

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KAYAK’s insights & trends for Canterbury car hire

Check out the latest trends and booking tips to hire a car in Canterbury with confidence.

How far in advance should you book a rental car in Canterbury?

You should book your rental car in Canterbury around 79 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the most popular rental car in Canterbury?

Hires in the Small category (Nissan Juke or similar) are the most popular option in Canterbury, costing S$ 78/day on average. Some users have found deals as low as S$ 19/day.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Canterbury?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Canterbury is March at an average cost of S$ 51/day. August is the most expensive month to hire a car in Canterbury when prices are S$ 87/day on average, which tends to be 67% above the yearly average hire price for Canterbury.

What car hire company in Canterbury has the most locations?

Free2Move operates 4 locations in Canterbury, more than any other car hire company.

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Most popular car type

Small

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.
  • Small rental cars in Canterbury are around 57% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about renting a car in Canterbury

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

    Car hire companies onsite at Heathrow airport include Hertz, keddy by Europcar, GREEN MOTION, U-Save, Avis, FlexWays and Final Rentals.

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

    Car hire companies onsite at Gatwick airport include Hertz, keddy by Europcar and U-Save.

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

    The only car hire company onsite at Stansted airport is GREEN MOTION.

  • Which car rental 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 Hertz, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, GREEN MOTION, Alamo and Avis.

  • Which car rental 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 Hertz, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, keddy by Europcar, GREEN MOTION, Alamo and Avis.

  • Which car rental 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 Hertz, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, keddy by Europcar, GREEN MOTION, Alamo and Avis.

  • 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 Small car rental cost in Canterbury?

    A Small car hire in Canterbury costs S$ 61 per day, on average.

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

    A Medium car hire in Canterbury costs S$ 101 per day, on average.

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

    A Luxury car rental in Canterbury costs S$ 91 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

 
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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

9.0

Wonderful

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9.0

Comfort

9.0

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9.0

Value for money

9.0

2 locations in Canterbury

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125-127 Northgate

+44 1227 767000

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Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

Unit 2, The Market Quarter

+44 1233 510239

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jul 2024

Compact SUV

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Alex was great! So helpful and kind. Excellent experience.

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Sixt

7.3

Good

2 locations in Canterbury

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Henwood Ind. Estate

+44-8444993399

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Unit 45,Joseph Wilson Ind.Est.

+44-8444993399

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Free2Move

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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

Monday08:00 - 17:0013:00 - 17:30
Tuesday13:00 - 17:3008:00 - 17:00
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Thursday08:00 - 17:0013:00 - 17:30
Friday13:00 - 17:3008:00 - 17:00

Quantock Drive

+44 1233 640100

Monday08:30 - 18:00
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Westminster Road

Monday08:30 - 18:00
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Friday08:30 - 18:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday10:00 - 16:00

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EZ Drive Car Rentals

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One location in Canterbury

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1 Station Road West

+44 20 3105 4566

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FLIZZR

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One location in Canterbury

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Kingfisher Business Park

+44 844 499 3399

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2 travellers who rented a car in Canterbury gave the car agency they used an average rating of 7.3

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Pick-up locationCanterbury
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