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Fredericton car hire information
| Pick-up location | Fredericton |
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| Car types | |
| Hire locations | 16 |
| Airport locations | 6 |
Cheap car hire in Fredericton
| Mini |
| Economy |
| Compact |
| Intermediate |
| Standard |
| Full-size |
| Luxury |
| People mover |
| Passenger van |
| SUV |
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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Fredericton
- Hire a car for your visit to Fredericton and take the opportunity to spend time driving around both the city and the surrounding countryside, visiting charming towns such as Harvey; it’s about a 45min drive north of Fredericton, which is the home to Canada’s oldest woollen mill. Drive roughly 2 hours north of the town in your Fredericton hire car and you’ll be at Grand Falls, a majestic waterfall that drops around 23 metres into the gorge below.
- Fredericton International Airport (YFC) has several car hire companies situated within the terminal buildings. You can find the desks for car hire in Fredericton, like Enterprise and National, just to the left of the luggage reclaim area. When you arrive at the airport, go to the car hire company desk with the relevant paperwork; you’ll be given the keys to your hire car, which will be parked in the hire car park within walking distance of the terminal.
- When considering Fredericton car hire, you’ll be pleased to know that, in general, the streets are wide and the lanes well marked. Traffic lights hang above the road junctions, as do street names, and this could take a bit of getting used to. There are plentiful pedestrian crossings throughout downtown Fredericton; people do sometimes cross in other places but this seldom happens.
- While traffic in Fredericton is less congested than in larger towns in Canada, it does tend to get busier during the commuter rush hours, in the early morning and evening during the week. In the morning, the busier hours tend to be between 07:30 and 09:00 and then again in the afternoons between 16:00 and 17:30. During school terms, the traffic around schools will be busier during morning drop-off between 07:30 and 08:00 and afternoon pick-up at around 15:00.
- Book your car hire in Fredericton at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Mini car hire in Fredericton are around -132% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about hiring a car in Fredericton
How much is the price of fuel in Fredericton?
The average price of fuel in Fredericton is $8.03 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between $96 and $128, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular car hire in Fredericton?
Mini (Dodge Grand Caravan or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Fredericton.
How can I find car hires near me in Fredericton?
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 Fredericton?
A Mini car hire in Fredericton costs $250 per day, on average.
How much does an Economy car hire cost in Fredericton?
An Economy car hire in Fredericton costs $129 per day, on average.
How much does a Special car hire cost in Fredericton?
A Special car hire in Fredericton costs $69 per day, on average.
What type of car is recommended for driving in Fredericton?
When considering car hire in Fredericton, think about where you would like to drive. If you want to stay within the city, look at the category of compact economy cars, as these will be easy to manoeuvre into parking spaces and it will also be easier to navigate around the streets in town. For driving outside the city, why not consider a more comfortable option for longer distances, such as an SUV or a luxury sedan? These will provide more room for both passengers and luggage.
What’s the speed limit in Fredericton?
When driving within the Fredericton city centre, speed limits will vary depending on the zone. The general speed limit is 50 km/h within the town, and this will drop to 30 km/h in school zones. These speed-limit changes will be indicated with signs, so keep your eyes open; they are white rectangles or squares, generally with black writing. The police in Fredericton are active with speeding fines around these areas. On the provincial streets around the city, the speed limit increases to 80 km/h unless otherwise shown. The speed limit on the highways near Fredericton is 110 km/h. When you are collecting your hire car in Fredericton, it is advisable to ask the customer service agent for information about this.
Where are the best places to park in Fredericton?
Parking is something to consider before you book car hire in Fredericton. There are both on-street metered parking and parking garages in Fredericton. The parking garages using pay stations generally charge C$ 1.00 (around A$ 1.10) per hour, while the car parks with single metered parking spaces charge about C$ 1.75 (around A$ 2.00) per hour. There are some parking garages, such as the East End Parking Garage, that are open 24/7, and others that are open from 08:00 until 17:00. Fredericton is also introducing a pay-by-plate system for parking, where you simply enter your vehicle registration at the pay station and pay with a credit or debit card. With this option, you won’t need to display your parking receipt.
Fredericton car rental reviews and directory
Thrifty
10.0
Wonderful
3 reviewsCleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
Value for money
10.0
One location in Fredericton
Locations in Fredericton
639 Bishop Dr
+1 506 457 5704
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10.0 Wonderful
Aug 2022
Budget
9.5
Wonderful
7 reviewsCleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.5
Pick-up/Drop-off
9.5
Value for money
7.7
2 locations in Fredericton
Locations in Fredericton
1285 Hanwell Road
+1 506 452 1107
2570 Route 102 Highway
+1 506 446 6006
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10.0 Wonderful
Oct 2022
10.0 Wonderful
July 2022
Avis
9.0
Wonderful
4 reviewsCleanliness
8.0
Comfort
9.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
9.5
Value for money
8.5
2 locations in Fredericton
Locations in Fredericton
1285 Hanwell Road
+1 506 454 2847
2570 Route 102 Highway Unit 5
+1 506 446 6006
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10.0 Wonderful
July 2023
8.0 Very Good
Apr 2023
10.0 Wonderful
June 2022
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
8.2
Very Good
22 reviewsCleanliness
8.3
Comfort
8.3
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.3
Value for money
8.3
4 locations in Fredericton
Locations in Fredericton
1270 Hanwell Road
+1 506 459 4100
2570 Route 102
+1 506 457 3102
319 King St
+1 506 455 8280
369 St Marys
+1 506 454 8545
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9.6 Wonderful
May 2019
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Staff was great and everything went smoothCons:
They accidentally gave me the wrong rate when I went to pickup but corrected it afterwards after I inquired about it8.8 Very Good
Mar 2019
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Friendly staffCons:
Pickup was a long way away from were I was staying8.8 Very Good
Sept 2018
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Mileage quiet carCons:
No cruise control10.0 Wonderful
Mar 2018
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Free vehicle upgradeCons:
Nothing10.0 Wonderful
Dec 2017
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Friendly, attentive staff. Checked details such as tread wear and winter tires. Do it again with them anytime!3.2 Poor
Aug 2017
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Some of the agents are really trying to help, while others are not.Cons:
I received a confirmation for my booking. The day after I received a call that no car is available and they will provide me half a day later another car and they will call me back. I never received a call back and finally received the car later afternoon.Hertz
7.9
Good
27 reviewsCleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.3
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.6
Value for money
8.3
One location in Fredericton
Locations in Fredericton
659 Queen Street
+1 506 459 3444
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2.0 Poor
Mar 2024
10.0 Wonderful
Oct 2023
9.2 Wonderful
Nov 2019
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The staff was friendly and helpful and the drop-off was perfect! Thanks Keshia!Cons:
A later pickup would have been a lot easier.8.8 Very Good
Mar 2019
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Staff was friendy and helpful speacially Rose on the front desk.9.6 Wonderful
Sept 2018
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The price was so much better than rentals available at the airport and the choice and quality of their vehicles was also much better. The staff was very pleasant to deal with even with all the hustle and issues they were dealing with that day.Cons:
There was a 3-hour delay in my pick-up time. However, they more than made up for it with a discounted rate and an upgrade on my rental.10.0 Wonderful
Aug 2018
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Easy booking. Good one on one service at counter. Agent was personal & easy to communicate with. Return was the same.keddy by Europcar
6.2
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One location in Fredericton
Locations in Fredericton
Please Go To Discount Counter, 817 Prospect Street, Fredericton
+1 506 459 5415
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Discount Car & Truck Rentals
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2 locations in Fredericton
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Europcar
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One location in Fredericton
Locations in Fredericton
Please Go To Discount Counter
+1 506 459 5415
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National
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One location in Fredericton
Locations in Fredericton
2570 Route 102 Hwy
+1 506 446 4105
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Sunnycars
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One location in Fredericton
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Good to know
Most popular car type | Mini |
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