St. Austell car hire

On average a car hire in St. Austell costs £47 per day.

The average price of fuel in St. Austell is £5.65 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between £68 and £90, depending on the car size.

Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in St. Austell.

Car hire companies onsite at Cornwall Newquay airport include Hertz, Dollar, Europcar, keddy by Europcar and Firefly.

Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Cornwall Newquay airport to off-airport locations include Hertz, Europcar and 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 St. Austell costs £49 per day, on average.

A Standard car hire in St. Austell costs £58 per day, on average.

A Mini car hire in St. Austell costs £93 per day, on average.

In St. Austell, cars are most frequently hired at Alamo Enterprise Rent A Car (14 miles from city centre).

On average a car hire in St. Austell costs £329 per week (£47 per day).

On average a car hire in St. Austell costs £1,412 per month (£47 per day).

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

When hiring a car in St. Austell, consider the town's narrow streets and limited parking spaces. You can opt for a compact or mid-size car as they offer better manoeuvrability, making it easier to navigate narrow roads. The vehicle's smaller size is beneficial in finding parking spaces, especially during busy periods when you can fit the compact or mid-size car into tight parking spaces. Choosing a compact car for your car hire needs in St. Austell enhances convenience and promotes environmental sustainability as the vehicles produce fewer emissions, allowing you to reduce your carbon footprint during your stay in St. Austell.

When driving in St. Austell, the speed limit is 30 mph in residential and urban areas, 60 mph on rural roads, and 20 mph in special zones like school areas. Ensure you adhere to these speed limits. St. Austell has speed cameras installed in various locations to enforce speed regulations. Ensure you drive within the required limits to avoid penalties.

When looking for a place to park your car in St. Austell, there are various options that you can go with, some free and others metered. If you are looking for complimentary parking, which can save you money, consider parking on residential streets in downtown Austell and car parks offering limited parking stays. With free parking, ensure you check for time restrictions and adhere to the time restrictions. You can also opt for paid parking, which costs roughly £1 to £2 hourly charge, and £5 to £10 daily rate. The rates may differ depending on the location and the duration you intend to park in that location. Consider paid parking in White River Place Car Park, Trinity Street Car Park, Priory Car Park and Council Car Parks. You can also reduce costs by considering public transport like buses or walking short distances around St. Austell.