Folkestone car hire

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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Folkestone

  • A car hire in Folkestone allows you better flexibility than other modes of transport, such as buses, trains or taxis. Therefore, you won’t have to adhere to the public transport timetables, allowing you to come and go as you please and travel directly to your destination. For example, you can get to Newington by car in about 10 min. This same journey using public transport takes twice as long and also means you have to rely on the bus schedule.
  • Southend Airport (SEN) is one of the nearest terminals to Folkestone and has a wide array of car hire companies for you to choose from. It’s easy to reach the car hire centres once you land at the airport terminal. Once you have been through border control and collected your baggage, you will be able to locate car hire branches, such as Turo, inside the airport terminal. Before you can drive your car, you’ll need to complete the required paperwork and show the necessary documents to your Folkestone car hire provider.
  • Using a car hire in Folkestone, you will realise that the town can get very busy with holidaymakers that are waiting to take the Channel Tunnel or a ferry across to France. As there are no jaywalking laws in the UK, you must be aware that people will cross the road in places that are not designated pedestrian crossings. Therefore, you must remain extra vigilant when driving. Folkestone also has lots of cyclists, so you should regularly check your mirrors and beaware of your surroundings.
  • When driving a Folkestone hire car, you’ll find the roads get extremely busy, especially during weekday rush hour when people commute to cities such as London for work. The UK rush hour tends to be from 8:00 to 9:00 and 17:00 to 18:00, so unless it’s absolutely necessary to drive during these times, it’s best to wait and avoid them. One of the roads that gets particularly busy is the A259, which is the main road that goes through the town. If possible, try to take an alternative road, such as the A260, as this may be less congested.
  • Book your car hire in Folkestone at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
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FAQs about hiring a car in Folkestone

  • How much is the price of fuel in Folkestone?

    The average price of fuel in Folkestone is €6.06 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between €73 and €97, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular car hire in Folkestone?

    Mini (Volkswagen Sharan or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Folkestone.

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

    Car hire companies onsite at Heathrow airport include GREEN MOTION, Budget, Europcar, Hertz, U-Save, keddy by Europcar, SURPRICE CAR RENTAL, Dollar, Avis and Allegiance.

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

    Car hire companies onsite at Gatwick airport include Budget, Hertz, U-Save, keddy by Europcar and Dollar.

  • Which car hire agencies are at Stansted airport (STN)?

    Car hire companies onsite at Stansted airport include DRIVALIA, GREEN MOTION, Budget and keddy by Europcar.

  • 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 GREEN MOTION, Budget, Europcar, Hertz, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Dollar, Avis and Sixt.

  • 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 GREEN MOTION, Budget, Europcar, Hertz, keddy by Europcar, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Dollar, Avis and Sixt.

  • 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 GREEN MOTION, Budget, Europcar, Hertz, keddy by Europcar, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Dollar, Avis and Sixt.

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

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

  • How much does a Mini car hire cost in Folkestone?

    A Mini car hire in Folkestone costs €226 per day, on average.

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Folkestone?

    If you’re looking for cheap car hire in Folkestone, you should consider a compact vehicle. Not only does a smaller car help you to drive in tight roads with lots of traffic, but you’ll also find parking easier. However, if you are looking to take your car out for a spin in the English countryside, a larger vehicle, such as an SUV, is a good idea. An SUV offers superior handling and traction control for the winding rural roads.

  • What’s the speed limit in Folkestone?

    You must adhere to the speed limits when driving your hire car, otherwise you could be fined by local law enforcement or cause an accident. In Folkestone and other urban areas, the upper limit is 48 kmh (30 mph). If you’re driving outside a school or hospital, the speed limit is likely to reduce to 32 kmh (20 mph). The national speed limit is 96 kmh (60 mph), which is how fast you can drive on rural roads, unless another speed limit sign informs you otherwise. Whereas on dual carriageways and motorways the maximum speed you can drive is 112 kmh (70 mph).

  • Where are the best places to park in Folkestone?

    There are lots of locations to park your vehicle in Folkestone. For example, in the centre, you can park at NCP, Folkestone Bouverie Place Car Park. This costs about £1.70 per hour or £7 for 24 hours and is open around the clock. Alternatively, if you want to visit the coast, you can use Folkestone Beach Car Park, which costs about £1.20 per hour and is located just off Marine Parade.

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Folkestone car rental reviews and directory 
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Free2Move

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Best rated

2 locations in Folkestone

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Ford Road

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00
Saturday08:30 - 17:00

Honeywood Parkway

+44 1304 827500

Monday08:00 - 18:0013:00 - 17:30
Tuesday13:00 - 17:3008:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:0013:00 - 17:30
Thursday08:00 - 18:0013:00 - 17:30
Friday13:00 - 17:3008:00 - 18:00
Saturday08:00 - 18:0013:00 - 17:30

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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

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One location in Folkestone

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Townwall Street

+44 1304 242526

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

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2.0 Poor

Turbo, Sept 2024

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
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.

1 out of 1

Europcar

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One location in Folkestone

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116 Snargate Street

+44 371 384 3490

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Apr 2024

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
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

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

1 out of 2

Firefly

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One location in Folkestone

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173-177 Snargate Street

+44 843 309 3023

Monday08:30 - 17:00
Tuesday08:30 - 17:00
Wednesday08:30 - 17:00
Thursday08:30 - 17:00
Friday08:30 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00

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Hertz

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One location in Folkestone

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173-177 Snargate Street

+44 843 309 3023

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00

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keddy by Europcar

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116 Snargate Street

+44 371 384 3490

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00
Saturday08:00 - 18:00

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Routes Car & Truck Rentals

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116 Snargate Street

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Sunnycars

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116 Snargate Street

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Good to know

Most popular car type

Mini

When to book a car hire in Folkestone

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Car hire insurance in Folkestone

Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) & Theft Protection Waiver

Some Folkestone car providers already include Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) and Theft Protection Waiver into the hire price but not all of them. We recommend always be aware of your coverage when hiring a car in Folkestone.

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 no-deductible option to your Folkestone car hire.

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