Canterbury car hires from £26/day

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a KAYAK user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Canterbury with a pick-up date of 20/3 and drop-off date of 24/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheap car hire in Canterbury

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Vauxhall Corsa car
Vauxhall Corsa
or similar Small
2
2
4-5
M
£26/day
Ford Focus car
Ford Focus
or similar Small
4
2
4-5
M
£27/day
Vauxhall Zafira Tourer car
Vauxhall Zafira Tourer
or similar Van
5
3
4-5
M
£56/day
Volvo XC60 car
Volvo XC60
or similar SUV
5
2
4-5
M
£54/day
Ford Transit car
Ford Transit
or similar Van
5
5
4-5
M
£69/day
Mercedes-Benz E-Class car
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
or similar Luxury
5
5
4-5
M
£51/day
Nissan Juke car
Nissan Juke
or similar SUV
4
2
4-5
M
£29/day
Nissan Qashqai car
Nissan Qashqai
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
M
£31/day
Volvo XC90 car
Volvo XC90
or similar SUV
5
5
4-5
M
£91/day
Best prices found by KAYAK users in the past 48 hours.

KAYAK’s top tips for hiring 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 a car hire in Canterbury for £24 or less
  • Book your car hire in Canterbury at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Mini hire cars in Canterbury are around 46% cheaper than other car types, on average
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FAQs about car hire in Canterbury

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

    On average a car hire in Canterbury costs £37 per day.

  • How much is the price of fuel in Canterbury?

    The average price of fuel in Canterbury is £5.08 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between £61 and £81, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular car hire in Canterbury?

    Economy (Renault Zoe or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Canterbury.

  • Which car hire agencies are at Heathrow airport (LHR)?

    Car hire companies onsite at Heathrow airport include GREEN MOTION, SURPRICE CAR RENTAL, Allegiance, Dollar, Virtuo and EZ Drive Car Rentals.

  • Which car hire agencies are at Gatwick airport (LGW)?

    The only car hire company onsite at Gatwick airport is Dollar.

  • Which car hire agencies are at Stansted airport (STN)?

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

  • Which car hire 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 GREEN MOTION and Dollar.

  • Which car hire 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 GREEN MOTION and Dollar.

  • Which car hire 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 GREEN MOTION and Dollar.

  • 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 an Economy car hire cost in Canterbury?

    An Economy car hire in Canterbury costs £47 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Compact car hire cost in Canterbury?

    A Compact car hire in Canterbury costs £46 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Standard car hire cost in Canterbury?

    A Standard car hire in Canterbury costs £100 per day, on average.

  • What is the most popular car hire location in Canterbury?

    In Canterbury, cars are most frequently hired at Europcar 116 Snargate Street (15 miles from city centre).

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

    Most car hire 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 hire in Canterbury, check out KAYAK's car hire insurance guide.

  • 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. 

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Canterbury car hire reviews and directory 
All ratings and reviews are collected from KAYAK users with a verified car hire booking. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

9.0

Best rated
Cheapest deal
Most popular

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

9.0

Value for money

9.0

2 locations in Canterbury

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Locations in Canterbury

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

Anonymous, Jul 2024

Compact SUV

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

1 out of 1

Sixt

7.3

Good

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

7.4

Good

One location in Canterbury

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Kingfisher Business Park

+44 844 499 3399

Opening times not available

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No reviews available

Free2Move

No score available yet

4 locations in Canterbury

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Locations in Canterbury

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 - 17:3008:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:0013:00 - 17:30
Wednesday13:00 - 17:3008:00 - 17:00
Thursday13:00 - 17:3008:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:0013:00 - 17:30

Quantock Drive

+44 1233 640100

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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No reviews available

EZ Drive Car Rentals

No score available yet

One location in Canterbury

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Locations in Canterbury

1 Station Road West

+44 20 3105 4566

Opening times not available

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

Car hire locations in or near Canterbury

Good to know

Most popular agency

Europcar

Most popular car type

Economy

Average price

£37/day

Good deal

£24/day

When to book a car hire in Canterbury

Average daily price per month
Car hire prices as pick-up date approaches

Car hire insurance in Canterbury

Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) & Theft Protection Waiver

Some Canterbury car providers already include Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) and Theft Protection Waiver into the hire price but not all of them. We recommend being aware of your coverage when hiring a car in Canterbury.

Deductible

Keep in mind that car hire insurances often have a deductible clause, which is the amount you’ll have to pay if something happens during the time of your hire. If you want to avoid unwanted surprises, you should consider adding a non-deductible option to your Canterbury car hire.

Canterbury car hire information

Pick-up locationCanterbury
Car typesCompact, Compact SUV, Economy, Full-size SUV, Intermediate SUV, Luxury, Luxury SUV, Passenger van, People carrier
Hire locations5
Airport locations0
Popular agenciesEnterprise Rent-A-Car

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