Truro car hires from £24/day

A small, compact economy car is ideal for picking your way around the narrow streets of Truro. If you plan on exploring the national parks and Cornish coastline whilst you’re there, a sturdy 4x4 may be better suited, especially in poor weather. When the whole family is coming along for the ride, you might want to opt for a larger saloon for more space and comfort.

The A390, which heads through the centre of Truro, has varying speed limits mostly ranging from 30–40mph. Other main roads in the area include the St. Austell bypass and Tregolls Road, which both have a speed limit of 30mph. Pay particular attention to the speed cameras around the junctions along Tregolls Road. They can be difficult to spot and can easily catch you out during busy periods.

There are twelve car parks in Truro that range from £2–£4 for 2h. Alternatively, you can use one of two Park and Ride services, which cost £2 for the day (£1 on Saturdays) up to 20:30, when all cars must vacate. The Langarth and Tregurra Park sites offer shuttles into the city centre included with your ticket. The journey from Langarth takes around 15min and from Tregurra Park, it’s roughly 5–7min.

On average a car hire in Truro costs £47 per day.

The only car hire company onsite at Cornwall Newquay airport is Alamo.

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

A Medium car hire in Truro costs £42 per day, on average.

A Small car hire in Truro costs £39 per day, on average.

A Large car hire in Truro costs £37 per day, on average.

In Truro, cars are most frequently hired at Alamo Newquay airport (12 miles from city centre).

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

When you get a hire car in Truro, there are a range of extras that you can opt for to enhance your journey. For instance, you can get a sat nav to help ensure you don’t take a wrong turn. If you are driving a long distance, then it’s wise to have an additional driver on your booking too. Additionally, you can put your mind at ease by getting 24/7 breakdown cover, which offers you roadside assistance.

Cycling is a popular sport in Truro. Therefore, you should take care when driving in the centre of the city. There are lots of cycle paths in the city, but most of the time bikes and cars are required to share the road. This means you should regularly check your mirrors to be aware of your surrounding environment.