Kendal car hires from £34/day

Driver's age: 25-65

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Cheap car hire in Kendal

Vauxhall Corsa car
Vauxhall Corsa
or similar Small
2
2
£34/day
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Ford Focus car
Ford Focus
or similar Small
4
2
£39/day
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Volkswagen Passat car
Volkswagen Passat
or similar Medium
5
3
£38/day
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Volvo XC60 car
Volvo XC60
or similar SUV
5
2
£59/day
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Mercedes-Benz C-Class car
Mercedes-Benz C-Class
or similar Luxury
5
5
£52/day
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Ford Transit car
Ford Transit
or similar Van
5
3
£65/day
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Mercedes-Benz E-Class car
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
or similar Luxury
5
5
£79/day
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Nissan Juke car
Nissan Juke
or similar SUV
4
2
£38/day
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Nissan Qashqai car
Nissan Qashqai
or similar SUV
5
3
£39/day
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Volvo XC40 car
Volvo XC40
or similar SUV
5
3
£183/day
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KAYAK’s insights & trends for Kendal car hire

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

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

You should book your car hire in Kendal around 25 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the most popular car to hire in Kendal?

Hires in the Small category (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) are the most popular option in Kendal, costing £56/day on average. Some users have found deals as low as £36/day.

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

The cheapest month to hire a car in Kendal is November at an average cost of £32/day. July is the most expensive month to hire a car in Kendal when prices are £56/day on average, which tends to be 27% above the yearly average hire price for Kendal.

Which car hire company in Kendal has the most locations?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Free2Move each operate 2 locations in Kendal, more than any other car hire company.

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Kendal car hire price comparison by vehicle type

Find the right car hire in Kendal by comparing prices across vehicle types.

Small cars

£29 - £61

All Car Types

£35 - £71

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

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

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

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

Small car hire in Kendal typically costs around £40 per day. The best time to book is December, when prices average £29 per day, which is about 28% less than the yearly average. Small cars are usually 25% cheaper than the average car hire in Kendal, making them ideal for budget-conscious travellers.

Medium car hire in Kendal typically costs around £52 per day. The best time to book is February, when prices average £31 per day, which is about 41% less than the yearly average. Medium cars are usually 2% cheaper than the average car hire in Kendal, offering a good balance of space and value.

SUV hire in Kendal typically costs around £55 per day. The best time to book is November, when prices average £36 per day, which is about 35% less than the yearly average. SUVs are typically 4% more expensive than the average car hire in Kendal but provide extra space and capability for groups or road trips.

Van hire in Kendal typically costs around £71 per day. The best time to book is April, when prices average £53 per day, which is about 26% less than the yearly average. Vans are typically 26% more expensive than the average car hire in Kendal but are the best choice for families or groups needing maximum passenger capacity.

Good to know

Most popular agency

Most popular car type

Average price

Good deal

Turo
Small
£51/day
£47/day

KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Kendal

  • The advantage of car hire in Kendal is the efficiency that accompanies its use by the passengers landing into the city. Taking Kendal car hire from Kendal town to Lancaster, 27.6 miles via M6 will take a total time of around 31min, unlike travelling by train which will take a total of one hour 25min charging a fee of 6 to 8 dollars. You won`t be limited to any attraction around the city. Another thing is that you won`t be carrying your luggage around since you will have enough trunk that will be able to accommodate all your belonging hence saving cloakroom expenses. Furthermore, you will be able to save more time that you will be able to use for discovering the city and its vicinity. Driving in this city also gives you the privilege of feeling like a resident.
  • If arriving by air, you will land at Kendal Airport. You can find car hire in Kendal offices in the airport car park areas. Some like Hertz and Europcar have a friendly staff and helpful advice regarding any vehicle you wish to hire. You can check for the directions at the KAYAK website. You can also pre-book the car of your choice via the website. Also, you will find a map in the website which can help you locate the car rental facilities with their individual locations in and around the airport. Additionally, if there is any car rental facility in the city centres, they shall also get indicated on the map provided to you in the KAYAK website.
  • While driving car hire in Kendal, always keep left. Look for pedestrians and also cyclists on the roads. Caton Road in Lancaster you need to be on look for flooding danger caused by River Lune.
  • During weekdays, the rush hours that need to be avoided are 6 am to 10.00 and 16.00. to 20.00. The best solution that can be done to evade this congestion is by travelling very early, before 06.00. The highway is the most congested road that needs to be avoided, for it has an average delay of 70.7seconds per car mile. The winter season should also be a significant concern while driving.
  • 25% of our users found a car hire in Kendal for £47 or less
  • Small hire cars in Kendal are around 22% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about car hire in Kendal

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

    On average a car hire in Kendal costs £51 per day.

  • Which car hire agencies are at Manchester airport (MAN)?

    Car hire companies onsite at Manchester airport include GREEN MOTION, Ace, Wheego, U-Save, Goldcar Rental SP, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Budget, Dollar and Avis.

  • Which car hire companies will pick you up at Manchester airport (MAN)?

    Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Manchester airport to off-airport locations include GREEN MOTION, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Budget, Dollar and Avis.

  • How can I find car hires near me in Kendal?

    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 Kendal?

    A Small car hire in Kendal costs £58 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Medium car hire cost in Kendal?

    A Medium car hire in Kendal costs £69 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Luxury car hire cost in Kendal?

    A Luxury car hire in Kendal costs £64 per day, on average.

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

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

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in the city?

    The choice of a car will depend on the number of people you have, the luggage, where you intend to travel to, and the place of your stay. The roads in Kendal town are wide enough and well maintained. If you are less than two then the best Kendal car hire would be economy (depending with the luggage you have) while for more than two it would be recommended that you have a compact or intermediate or people carrier or a full-size SUV or luxury depending on your financial status.

  • What is the speed limit in Kendal City?

    A speed limit of 30mph is applied on Kendal, Ulverston, Ambleside, Windmere and residential roads unless signs are displayed permitting a higher speed. You also should be able to conduct safe and resilient driving since the urban roads are installed with cameras that can monitor those specified roads. For any unsure speed increase on those significant roads, be free to contact the customer care service number for any assistance on those roads.

  • Where are the best places to park in Kendal City?

    There are plenty of parking options available in town. We do recommend that you park your car hire in Kendal at the safest places within the town. Some of these parking areas are Kendal Bowman Car Park, Westmorland Shopping Car Park, and SLDC Multi Storey Car Park. 

Kendal car hire reviews and directory

 

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

10.0

Wonderful

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

8.0

2 locations in Kendal

Locations in Kendal

Mintsfeet Road

+44 1539 725500

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday

Unit 1 Northgate

+44 1524 599299

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday

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10.0 Wonderful

Craig, Jun 2024

Compact SUV

KAYAK
Good service

1 out of 1

DRIVALIA

6.4

Okay

One location in Kendal

Locations in Kendal

Holiday Inn

Opening times not available

Filters

No reviews available

Firefly

No score available yet

2 locations in Kendal

Locations in Kendal

Caton Road

+44 152 448 2482

Monday09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday09:00 - 17:00
Thursday09:00 - 17:00
Friday09:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00

Lancaster City Office

Opening times not available

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No reviews available

Sunnycars

No score available yet

2 locations in Kendal

Locations in Kendal

Holiday Inn, Caton Rd

Opening times not available

Mintsfeet Road

Opening times not available

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Free2Move

No score available yet

One location in Kendal

Locations in Kendal

Mintsfleet Road

+44 1539 871550

Monday08:00 - 17:30
Tuesday08:00 - 17:30
Wednesday08:00 - 17:30
Thursday08:00 - 17:30
Friday08:00 - 17:30
Saturday08:00 - 12:00

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Hertz

No score available yet

One location in Kendal

Locations in Kendal

C/o Holiday Inn, Caton Road

+44 1524 482482

Monday09:00 - 16:00
Tuesday09:00 - 16:00
Wednesday09:00 - 16:00
Thursday09:00 - 16:00
Friday09:00 - 16:00

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One traveller who hired a car in Kendal gave the car agency they used an average rating of 6.6

Car hire locations in or near Kendal

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Car hire insurance in Kendal

Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) & Theft Protection Waiver

Some Kendal 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 Kendal.

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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 Kendal car hire.

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Kendal car hire information

Pick-up locationKendal
Car typesSmall, SUV, Medium, Luxury, Van
Hire locations3
Airport locations0
Popular agenciesEnterprise Rent-A-Car