Durham car hires from £28/day

A 4-wheel-drive car is a wise choice for your stay in Durham, especially when winter conditions prevail. When exploring the countryside, a 4-wheel-drive car will provide some much-needed traction and offer a smooth and safe driving experience. For a pleasant city driving experience, a compact car is also a good decision to make parking and maneuvering around easier.

Within the downtown area, 20 mph is usually the maximum, but always check for posted signs. Within the municipal limits, a maximum of 30 mph is permitted, while 55 mph is allowed on two-lane divided rural roads. Freeways have speed limits of between 55 and 60 mph. It is very important to adjust your speed to prevailing weather conditions as well.

Drivers may park their hire cars on the street, but be aware that meters are in place and must be paid for. Most meters apply Monday through Friday from 8 am to 7 pm, and one hour costs around $1.50. Alternatively, there are parking lots and garages in and around downtown where cars can also be parked over a longer period of time, like the Durham Center Parking Deck, which has a daily fee of around $14.

The only car hire company onsite at Raleigh-Durham airport is Hertz.

Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Raleigh-Durham airport to off-airport locations include Dollar, Hertz, Alamo and Budget.

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

A Full Size car hire in Durham costs £102 per day, on average.

A Compact car hire in Durham costs £48 per day, on average.

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