Dumfries car hires from £25/day

On average a car hire in Dumfries costs £45 per day.

The average price of fuel in Dumfries is £4.91 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between £59 and £78, depending on the car size.

Economy (Class Economy Car or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Dumfries.

The only car hire company onsite at Carlisle Lake District airport is keddy by Europcar.

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

An Economy car hire in Dumfries costs £65 per day, on average.

An Intermediate car hire in Dumfries costs £138 per day, on average.

A Full Size car hire in Dumfries costs £229 per day, on average.

In Dumfries, cars are most frequently hired at Enterprise Rent-A-Car Station Yard (1 miles from city centre).

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

When you search for car hire in Dumfries on KAYAK, you'll see many types available, such as small cars, estates, SUVs and vans. Choose a compact car to spin around town, making it easy to manage the narrow streets and parking spaces. You can also opt for a 4x4 vehicle if you want a car that handles windy rural roads well. Bring your friends or family by choosing an SUV for your Dumfries car hire, or even a people mover if your group is larger. SUVs are comfortable and usually accommodate five people and their luggage.

The speed limit in Dumfries will depend on where you are driving. The speed limit in built-up areas should be 30 mph, sometimes 20mph near schools. Major routes and roads between towns usually have a speed limit of 60mph. However, you should look out for signs because limits can change. Be careful when approaching a town, as the speed can jump from 60 mph to 30 mph, and cameras often track your average speed as you enter and exit the town. Speeding in a 20 mph or 30 mph area will result in a fine.

For peace of mind, you should always park your Dumfries hire car at the municipal car parking centres. It is illegal to park on the roadside in most places. However, some street parking is available in town for a limited period, such as 2 hours, usually costing around one pound. You can also park in secure car parks, metered bays and pay and display car parks. In Dumfries, locals can find a free parking space for a couple of hours when using the disc parking scheme.