How much does it cost to hire a car in Dover?

On average a car hire in Dover costs £27 per day.

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

Car hire companies onsite at Heathrow airport include FlexWays, Arnold Clark, SURPRICE CAR RENTAL, Final Rentals, Allegiance, Virtuo, Routes Car & Truck Rentals, EZ Drive Car Rentals and Europcar.

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

Car hire companies onsite at Gatwick airport include Allegiance, Goldcar Rental SP and Routes Car & Truck Rentals.

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 Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Europcar.

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 Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Europcar.

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 Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Europcar.

How can I find car hires near me in Dover?

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 hire cost in Dover?

A Small car hire in Dover costs £42 per day, on average.

How much does a Medium car hire cost in Dover?

A Medium car hire in Dover costs £43 per day, on average.

How much does a Luxury car hire cost in Dover?

A Luxury car hire in Dover costs £42 per day, on average.

What is the most popular car hire location in Dover?

In Dover, cars are most frequently hired at Enterprise Rent-A-Car Townwall Street (1 miles from city centre).

Should I get insurance when hiring a car in Dover?

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

What type of car is recommended for driving in Dover?

The type of car hire in Dover to choose will be dictated by the amount of traffic in the area where you’re intending to stay. If you prefer to be in the centre of town, then a city car or a compact saloon or saloon are the obvious choices, along with a smallish MPV. Once you’re driving on the B roads around the countryside your choices open up: you could get a larger SUV or 4x4, or treat yourself to a luxury or sports model.

What’s the speed limit in Dover?

Speed limits in Dover vary quite extensively depending on the traffic and pedestrian density in the different parts of the town. There are zones here: in the city centre and built-up areas it’s generally 30mph, with some roads marked as 20mph zones. On the more outlying roads you can go up to 40mph, while the larger carriageways that flow in and out of the city have a limit of 50mph.

Where are the best places to park in Dover?

The council provides free parking all over Dover. Main car parks include the two at Kearsney Abbey, and St Martin’s Battery. However you’ll have to take public transport from the adjacent bus stops, as these are around an hour’s walk from the centre of town. You can expect to pay around £2.60 for 2h at car parks like the one on Maison Dieu Road (a 3-minute walk to the town centre) and Ladywell, 5min away.

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Booking Insights

KAYAK’s insights & trends for Dover car hire

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

How far in advance should you book car hire in Dover?

You should book your car hire in Dover around 44 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the most popular car to hire in Dover?

Hires in the Small category (Opel Corsa or similar) are the most popular option in Dover, costing £43/day on average. Some users have found deals as low as £17/day.

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

The cheapest month to hire a car in Dover is January at an average cost of £26/day. July is the most expensive month to hire a car in Dover when prices are £49/day on average, which tends to be 25% above the yearly average hire price for Dover.

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Dover car hire price comparison by vehicle type

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Small

Medium

Large

SUV

Van

Luxury

	Small cars	£21 - £47
	All Car Types	£40 - £66

How much does it cost to hire a small car in Dover?

How much does it cost to hire a medium car in Dover?

How much does it cost to hire a large car in Dover?

How much does it cost to hire an SUV in Dover?

How much does it cost to hire a van in Dover?

How much does it cost to hire a luxury car in Dover?

Small car hire in Dover typically costs around £32 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average £21 per day, which is about 35% less than the yearly average. Small cars are usually 36% cheaper than the average car hire in Dover, making them ideal for budget-conscious travellers.

Medium car hire in Dover typically costs around £60 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average £29 per day, which is about 52% less than the yearly average. Medium cars are usually 17% more expensive than the average car hire in Dover, offering a good balance of space and value.

Large car hire in Dover typically costs around £68 per day. The best time to book is September, when prices average £40 per day, which is about 42% less than the yearly average. Large cars are typically 27% more expensive than the average car hire in Dover but offer more comfort for longer trips.

SUV hire in Dover typically costs around £52 per day. The best time to book is September, when prices average £37 per day, which is about 29% less than the yearly average. SUVs are typically 4% more expensive than the average car hire in Dover but provide extra space and capability for groups or road trips.

Van hire in Dover typically costs around £66 per day. The best time to book is February, when prices average £48 per day, which is about 28% less than the yearly average. Vans are typically 25% more expensive than the average car hire in Dover but are the best choice for families or groups needing maximum passenger capacity.

Luxury car hire in Dover typically costs around £76 per day. The best time to book is September, when prices average £40 per day, which is about 48% less than the yearly average. Luxury cars are typically 35% more expensive than the average car hire in Dover but deliver premium comfort and style for special occasions.

Most popular agency	Most popular car type	Average price	Good deal
Routes Car & Truck Rentals	Small	£27/day	£25/day

TurboSept 2024

Enterprise is small in Dover. They have a very limited amount of cars. Be on time. Communicate directly with the local staff if you will be delayed.

GeorgeJun 2023

Be careful driving on left side

Car hire in Dover will allow you to take full advantage of all the tourist attractions in the coastal region of Kent, including the famous White Cliffs, with their seemingly endless view over the English Channel from South Foreland Lighthouse. You’ll also be able to drive out to Castle Hill where Dover Castle stands, built in the 12th century. Drive 4 miles out from Dover to St. Margaret’s Bay to enjoy 6 acres of sustainable landscaped gardens in Pines Garden.
You’ll land at Southend Airport if you’re flying to Dover, and you’ll immediately appreciate the freedom of a hire car, as it’s just over a 40-mile drive from there to the town itself. The airport has a dedicated car hire centre inside the terminal, on the landside, next to where the coffee shops are. To collect your car you won’t need to take a shuttle bus, as you can simply walk a couple of minutes to the airport’s on-site parking area.
The main thing to take into account with Dover car hire is that it’s one of Europe’s busiest ports, so there is a lot of traffic that supports this ecosystem, whether it be commuters who work there or cargo being transported. This leads to a variety of different vehicles going at different speeds on the roads, with lorries being plentiful among them. The town is also a tourist attraction in itself, with thousands of people coming to see its iconic cliffs.
Expect a proper rush hour in Dover every morning and evening due to all the port activity. This can last from around 07:30 till 09:00 in the morning and usually starts from around 16:00, peaking at 17:00 in the afternoon. The M2 is the major road that links Dover with London, so that obviously gets very busy. The same can be said for the A20, especially where it meets the A2 from Canterbury. The recommended alternative routes are the A258, the A256 or the B2011. Also try to avoid the Whitfield roundabout during rush hours.
25% of our users found a car hire in Dover for £36 or less
Small hire cars in Dover are around 21% cheaper than other car types, on average

What type of car is recommended for driving in Dover?
The type of car hire in Dover to choose will be dictated by the amount of traffic in the area where you’re intending to stay. If you prefer to be in the centre of town, then a city car or a compact saloon or saloon are the obvious choices, along with a smallish MPV. Once you’re driving on the B roads around the countryside your choices open up: you could get a larger SUV or 4x4, or treat yourself to a luxury or sports model.
What’s the speed limit in Dover?
Speed limits in Dover vary quite extensively depending on the traffic and pedestrian density in the different parts of the town. There are zones here: in the city centre and built-up areas it’s generally 30mph, with some roads marked as 20mph zones. On the more outlying roads you can go up to 40mph, while the larger carriageways that flow in and out of the city have a limit of 50mph.
Where are the best places to park in Dover?
The council provides free parking all over Dover. Main car parks include the two at Kearsney Abbey, and St Martin’s Battery. However you’ll have to take public transport from the adjacent bus stops, as these are around an hour’s walk from the centre of town. You can expect to pay around £2.60 for 2h at car parks like the one on Maison Dieu Road (a 3-minute walk to the town centre) and Ladywell, 5min away.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Dover?
On average a car hire in Dover costs £27 per day.
Which car hire agencies are at Heathrow airport (LHR)?
Car hire companies onsite at Heathrow airport include FlexWays, Arnold Clark, SURPRICE CAR RENTAL, Final Rentals, Allegiance, Virtuo, Routes Car & Truck Rentals, EZ Drive Car Rentals and Europcar.
Which car hire agencies are at Gatwick airport (LGW)?
Car hire companies onsite at Gatwick airport include Allegiance, Goldcar Rental SP and Routes Car & Truck Rentals.
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 Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Europcar.
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 Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Europcar.
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 Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Europcar.
How can I find car hires near me in Dover?
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 hire cost in Dover?
A Small car hire in Dover costs £42 per day, on average.
How much does a Medium car hire cost in Dover?
A Medium car hire in Dover costs £43 per day, on average.
How much does a Luxury car hire cost in Dover?
A Luxury car hire in Dover costs £42 per day, on average.
What is the most popular car hire location in Dover?
In Dover, cars are most frequently hired at Enterprise Rent-A-Car Townwall Street (1 miles from city centre).
Should I get insurance when hiring a car in Dover?
Most car hire providers in Dover offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car hire in Dover, check out KAYAK's car hire insurance guide.

Europcar

7.2

Good

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.2

Value for money

7.2

One location in Dover

Locations in Dover

116 Snargate Street

+44 371 384 3490

Opening times not available

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Apr 2024

Intermediate SUV

Very friendly and helpful. Great car. Rental could not have been better or easier. I would definitely rent from this location again.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Feb 2024

Intermediate SUV

Terrible service. Clearly hate dealing with customers. So bad I had to cancel my booking and rebook with Enterprise.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

6.0

Okay

Cleanliness

4.0

Comfort

5.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.0

Value for money

6.0

One location in Dover

Locations in Dover

Townwall Street

+44 1304 242526

Monday	08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday	08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 17:00
Thursday	08:00 - 17:00
Friday	08:00 - 17:00
Saturday	09:00 - 12:00
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2.0 Poor

Turbo, Sept 2024

Intermediate SUV

They gave away our car. As such, we sis not use the reservation. Admittedly, we were late in arriving. The site manager reported the info they received from Kayak was lacking (no email and the wrong country code on cell) resulting in Enterprise not being able to reach us. It was a disappointing interaction with with Kayak and with Enterprise. Although, the manager (Lionel) did what he could to help the next day. I likely will not use Kayak again for this type of reservation.

keddy by Europcar

4.0

Mediocre

Cleanliness

5.0

Comfort

4.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.0

Value for money

4.0

One location in Dover

Locations in Dover

116 Snargate Street

+44 371 384 3490

Monday	08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday	08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 18:00
Thursday	08:00 - 18:00
Friday	08:00 - 18:00
Saturday	08:00 - 16:00

Budget

7.3

Good

One location in Dover

Locations in Dover

Eastern Docks

+44 344 544 3948

Monday	08:00 - 16:00
Tuesday	08:00 - 16:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 16:00
Thursday	08:00 - 16:00
Friday	08:00 - 16:00

Hertz

7.0

Good

One location in Dover

Locations in Dover

173-177 Snargate Street

+44 843 309 3023

Monday	08:30 - 17:30
Tuesday	08:30 - 17:30
Wednesday	08:30 - 17:30
Thursday	08:30 - 17:30
Friday	08:30 - 17:30
Saturday	09:30 - 12:30

Routes Car & Truck Rentals

3.7

Poor

One location in Dover

Firefly

No score available yet

One location in Dover

Locations in Dover

173-177 Snargate Street

+44 843 309 3023

Monday	08:30 - 17:30
Tuesday	08:30 - 17:30
Wednesday	08:30 - 17:30
Thursday	08:30 - 17:30
Friday	08:30 - 17:30
Saturday	09:00 - 13:00

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Free2Move

No score available yet

One location in Dover

Locations in Dover

Honeywood Parkway

+44 1304 827500

Monday	08:00 - 13:0013:00 - 17:30
Tuesday	13:00 - 17:3008:00 - 13:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 13:0013:00 - 17:30
Thursday	08:00 - 13:0013:00 - 17:30
Friday	13:00 - 17:3008:00 - 13:00
Saturday	08:00 - 13:0013:00 - 15:00

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Sunnycars

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One location in Dover

Locations in Dover

116 Snargate Street

Opening times not available

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9 travellers who hired a car in Dover gave the car agency they used an average rating of 6.9

Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) & Theft Protection Waiver

Some Dover 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 Dover.

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Pick-up location	Dover
Car types	Small, SUV, Medium, Luxury
Hire locations	10
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Popular agencies	keddy by Europcar, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Europcar

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How much does it cost to hire a small car in Dover?

How much does it cost to hire a medium car in Dover?

How much does it cost to hire a large car in Dover?

How much does it cost to hire an SUV in Dover?

How much does it cost to hire a van in Dover?

How much does it cost to hire a luxury car in Dover?

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