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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Espoo
- Hiring a car to drive around Espoo when touring the city has many benefits compared to public transport. Using car hires in Espoo allow you to explore several parts of the city at your pace and within your preferred time. With a hire car, you can quickly visit several attractions, including Nuuksio National Park, Suomenlinna Fortress, Porvoo, and Hanko, and even spend more time in a single location. If you are visiting Espoo with family or a group of friends, hiring a car will be convenient in terms of space for luggage.
- You can hire a car at Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL), Tampere-Pirkkala Airport (TMP), and Turku Airport (TKU). TMP airport is 145 km (78 miles), HEL airport is 27 km (17 miles), and TKU airport is 135 km (83 miles) away from Espoo. The car hires in Espoo at HEL are located in a separate facility, the Car Hire Centre, next to Terminal 2, and within walking distance from Terminals 1 and 2. HEL also offers shuttle services to the Car Hire Centre at the shuttle stops outside both terminals, operating at regular intervals throughout the day. The pick-up location is at the car parks at the car hire entrance. The car hire desks in TMP and TKU are in the terminal building next to the Arrivals areas. The on-site car hires in Espoo at the airport include Budget, Sixt, Europcar, Enterprise, Avis, and Hertz.
- Wearing seat belts is mandatory when using car hires in Espoo, and kids below 12 years, or shorter than 135 cm (4 ft 5 inches), must be in appropriate child restraints. Therefore, ensure you have your child seat if visiting with kids, and adhere to the seat belt rules. Pedestrians in Espoo have the right of way in crossings and intersections, so watch out for pedestrians as they may unexpectedly cross the road.
- The rush hours in Espoo are from 0730 to 09:00 and 16:00 to 18:00, when residents are commuting to and from work. Avoid major roads, including Länsiväylä (Highway 51/E18) and Turunväylä (Highway 1/E18), as they get heavier traffic during peak hours. Espoo also experiences cold winters, which may make roads slippery and icy. When visiting Espoo during the winter, ensure you hire a vehicle with winter tyres to move steadily on the icy and slippery roads.
- Book your rental car in Espoo at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Economy rental cars in Espoo are around 16% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about renting a car in Espoo
How much is the price of fuel in Espoo?
The average price of fuel in Espoo is $12.99 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of uel costs between $156 and $208, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular car hire in Espoo?
Economy (Volkswagen Polo or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Espoo.
How can I find car hires near me in Espoo?
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
How much does an Economy car hire cost in Espoo?
An Economy car hire in Espoo costs $90 per day, on average.
How much does a Compact car hire cost in Espoo?
A Compact car hire in Espoo costs $126 per day, on average.
How much does an Intermediate car hire cost in Espoo?
An Intermediate car hire in Espoo costs $105 per day, on average.
What type of car is recommended for driving in Espoo?
Espoo has a mix of narrow roads, especially in the old parts of the city, and wide roads in the newer parts. When hiring a car from the Espoo car hire agencies, consider hiring a compact or mid-size car as they are versatile in space and manoeuvrability, hence suitable for manoeuvring the narrow streets and driving on wider streets. If your errands are mostly in the city centre, having a compact or mid-size car will help with parking, as spaces are limited in the city centre. The vehicles are also fuel efficient and are suitable for long drives.
What’s the speed limit in Espoo?
The default speed limit in Espoo is 50 km/h (30 mph) in urban areas, 80 km/h (50 mph) outside urban areas and on highways, and 30 km/h (20 mph) in residential areas and school zones. Always check for speed signage along the roads, which may change occasionally. Espoo also has speed cameras in certain locations within the city; therefore, ensure you are driving within the set limits to avoid possible fines for violation of speed limit rules.
What are the best places to park in Espoo?
When looking for parking in Espoo, you can settle for free or paid parking depending on availability. The cost of parking in Espoo ranges from about €1 (£1.86) to €3 (£2.57) per day, and €5 (£4.28) to €15 (£12.85) daily. The paid car parks across Espoo that you can consider include shopping centres, cultural and recreational centres, city centres, and commercial areas. You can also find free parking spaces in residential, suburban, park-and-ride, and public areas. Espoo has a good network of public transport. Therefore, you can use the park-and-ride facilities that would save you the hassle of looking for parking spaces within the city.
Espoo car rental reviews and directory
Budget
10.0
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10.0
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10.0
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10.0
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10.0
2 locations in Espoo
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
10.0
Wonderful
1 reviewCleanliness
10.0
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10.0
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10.0
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10.0
2 locations in Espoo
Europcar
10.0
Wonderful
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2 locations in Espoo
Hertz
10.0
Wonderful
No reviews available
One location in Espoo
Avis
8.7
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No reviews available
3 locations in Espoo
Sixt
8.7
Very Good
No reviews available
3 locations in Espoo
Scandia Rent
7.6
Good
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3 locations in Espoo
Autounion Car Rental
10.0
Wonderful
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2 locations in Espoo
keddy by Europcar
6.4
Okay
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3 locations in Espoo
Sunnycars
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6 locations in Espoo
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