Cornwall car hire

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Cheap car hire in Cornwall

These are the best prices for 30 Mar - 6 Apr.
Ford Fiesta car
Ford Fiesta
or similar Small
2
2
4-5
$28/day
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Ford Focus car
Ford Focus
or similar Small
4
2
4-5
$30/day
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Skoda Octavia car
Skoda Octavia
or similar Medium
5
3
4-5
$42/day
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Volkswagen Sharan car
Volkswagen Sharan
or similar Van
5
5
4-5
$178/day
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Volvo XC60 car
Volvo XC60
or similar SUV
5
2
4-5
$91/day
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Kia Picanto car
Kia Picanto
or similar Small
2
2
2/4
$52/day
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Mercedes-Benz C-Class car
Mercedes-Benz C-Class
or similar Luxury
5
5
4-5
$73/day
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Volkswagen Multivan car
Volkswagen Multivan
or similar Van
5
2
4-5
$108/day
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Mercedes-Benz E-Class car
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
or similar Luxury
5
5
4-5
$92/day
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Kia Stonic car
Kia Stonic
or similar SUV
4
2
4-5
$28/day
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Class Intermediate SUV car
Class Intermediate SUV
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
$37/day
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Volvo XC90 car
Volvo XC90
or similar SUV
5
5
4-5
$123/day
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KAYAK’s insights & trends for Cornwall car hire

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

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

You should book your car hire in Cornwall around 7 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

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

The cheapest month to hire a car in Cornwall is January at an average cost of $59/day. August is the most expensive month to hire a car in Cornwall when prices are $99/day on average, which tends to be 78% above the yearly average hire price for Cornwall.

Which rental car company has the most locations in in in?

Sunnycars operates 93 locations in Cornwall, more than any other car hire company.

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Most popular agency

Most popular car type

Average price

Good deal

Europcar
Small
$106/day
$98/day

Top tips for hiring a car in Cornwall

  • Enjoy a relaxing holiday in Cornwall with the flexibility of your very own car hire. With the roads in Cornwall being of the highest standard, you will find that any car you choose to hire will be well suited to the terrain. During the peak season Cornwall can get extremely busy with tourists though, so opting for a smaller, more compact, car might be useful for when it comes to parking in the towns and at the beaches. As some of the country roads can get narrow too, you might also find smaller cars better suited in general for driving around the county.
  • It is important that you abide by the rules of the road when you are driving your car hire in Cornwall. If you have children in the car with you that are younger than 12 or shorter than 135cm tall, then it is your responsibility to make sure that they are in a child seat that is correctly sized for them. Everyone, at all times, must also be wearing their seat belt whilst in the vehicle. Drink driving is a serious crime and, should you get pulled over by police, they might require a breath test. The drink-driving limit is 0.5 mg of alcohol per ml of blood so ensure you do not have any alcohol prior to driving your car hire.
  • If you want to do your bit for the environment then you can choose a car hire that has lower emissions. For example, if you choose a hybrid car then the vehicle will run on both petrol and electricity, which means it releases less greenhouse gases. One of the good things about hiring these cars in Cornwall is that there are lots of electric charge points around the county where you can charge your vehicle. You will also find lots of petrol stations around the country which makes driving even more convenient.
  • 25% of our users found a car hire in Cornwall for $98 or less
  • Small hire cars in Cornwall are around 54% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about hiring a car in Cornwall

  • Should I hire a car in Cornwall?

    If you rent a car in Cornwall, you will get you explore the beautiful beaches and coastline as and when you please. With the roads and highways being a much more convenient way to travel than the somewhat limited public transport system, you will be able to get to places of interest much faster. For example, if you want to travel to a secluded beach such as Hemmick Beach, then you would be able to get there in much more efficient fashion than if you opted for a mode of public transport.

  • What is driving like in Cornwall?

    You will find driving in Cornwall very similar to that of driving in the rest of the United Kingdom, as you drive on the left and have the steering wheel on the right. The speed limits of the country are also the same as the rest of the UK, so you will know not to travel faster than 30mph in towns, 60mph outside of towns and 70mph on motorways. Also, you will be familiar with the change of speed to 20mph when you drive into a residential area.

  • How old do you have to be to hire a car in Cornwall?

    When you are hiring a car in Cornwall you must be aware of the minimum age that is set by each individual car hire company. It is advised to contact the company you want to hire from before you arrive to ensure you meet the requirements. You must be at least 21 years of age, but some companies will require you to be older. You are also likely to have less choice when it comes to vehicle selection if you are under a certain age bracket, as car companies will restrict you from using the more powerful cars. If you are under a specific age, often 25, then you will also most likely have to pay a surcharge for hiring a car in Cornwall.

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

    On average a car hire in Cornwall costs $106 per day.

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

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

  • Where should I hire a car in Cornwall?

    Based on car searches on KAYAK, the most popular cities to hire a car in Cornwall are Newquay (52% of total searches of users looking to hire a car in Cornwall), Penzance (28%) and Truro (8%).

  • How much does it cost to hire a car for a week in Cornwall?

    On average a car hire in Cornwall costs $741 per week ($106 per day).

  • How much does it cost to hire a car long term for a month in Cornwall?

    On average a car hire in Cornwall costs $3,176 per month ($106 per day).

Car hire directory

  • sunnycars

    Sunnycars car hire locations in Cornwall

    9 Locations

  • enterprise

    Enterprise Rent-A-Car car hire locations in Cornwall

    7 Locations

  • free2move

    Free2Move car hire locations in Cornwall

    6 Locations

  • europcar

    Europcar car hire locations in Cornwall

    5 Locations

  • keddy

    keddy by Europcar car hire locations in Cornwall

    5 Locations

  • routescartrk

    Routes Car & Truck Rentals car hire locations in Cornwall

    4 Locations

  • firefly

    Firefly car hire locations in Cornwall

    3 Locations

  • alamo

    Alamo car hire locations in Cornwall

    2 Locations

  • hertz

    Hertz car hire locations in Cornwall

    2 Locations

  • national

    National car hire locations in Cornwall

    2 Locations

  • shouqi

    Shouqi car hire locations in Cornwall

    2 Locations

  • avis

    Avis car hire locations in Cornwall

    1 Location

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