Cheap car rentals in Kingston
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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Kingston
- Travellers who plan on taking day trips to any of the many natural features or nearby cities should consider booking car hire in Kingston. It takes just over an hour to get from Kingston to Prince Edward County, where you can visit a number of different wineries and vineyards. There are also a number of beautiful major parks in the area, including Frontenac Provincial Park, which is around 40 minutes from Kingston. You can also get to major cities including Ottawa, Toronto, and Montreal within roughly three hours.
- There are limited options if you want to book car hire in Kingston at Kingston Airport (YGK). Only Avis has an office at the airport. However, other car hire companies in Kingston may be able to meet you at the airport or arrange transportation to their offices downtown. Alternatively, Ottawa International Airport (YOW) is roughly 2 hours from Kingston. You'll find a much more varied range of companies here including Hertz, Avis and Enterprise. Most companies have their desks in the car park on Level 1.
- If you're visiting Kingston during winter, you may encounter snow ploughs while exploring the city. Always leave at least three car lengths between your vehicle and the plough. Never drive beside or pass a plough. In addition to snow clearing, they also salt and sand roads in preparation for snowfall. If you're visiting with children, you'll need to ensure they're in an appropriate booster seat, if necessary. These are mandatory for children who are under eight years old or shorter than 145 cm. Remember, these rules may differ between provinces, for example, some require children to be at least nine years old.
- If you're visiting Kingston during the winter months, consider downloading the Ontario 511 app to your phone. While it may come in handy at any point in the year, their up-to-date information on road conditions is especially useful during winter, when snow and ice may cause delays, closures, and difficult conditions. You'll need to make sure you get winter tyres as part of your booking for car hire in Kingston between December 1st and March 30th. You'll also want to keep an eye out for animals on the road if you're driving outside the city. If you encounter moose on the road, it's best to bring your vehicle to a stop far from the animal, and allow it to cross.
- Book your rental car in Kingston at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Supplier choice rental cars in Kingston are around 27% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about renting a car in Kingston
How much is the price of fuel in Kingston?
The average price of fuel in Kingston is $7.67 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of uel costs between $92 and $123, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular car hire in Kingston?
Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Kingston.
How can I find car hires near me in Kingston?
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
How much does a Special car hire cost in Kingston?
A Special car hire in Kingston costs $91 per day, on average.
How much does an Intermediate car hire cost in Kingston?
An Intermediate car hire in Kingston costs $97 per day, on average.
How much does a Standard car hire cost in Kingston?
A Standard car hire in Kingston costs $152 per day, on average.
What type of car is recommended for driving in Kingston?
You can generally choose the vehicle for your Kingston car hire based on your personal needs and preferences. You won't usually have a specific need for a small vehicle or for a 4WD. Smaller vehicles will be a good choice for travellers on a budget, and larger vehicles will be handy if you plan on transporting a lot of luggage and equipment. If you're visiting in winter, you may want to ensure that you book a front-wheel car drive, as these can often handle snow better than back-wheel drives.
What's the speed limit in Kingston?
When driving in Kingston, if you're south of the 401, the limit will be 50 km/h (roughly 30 mph) unless otherwise stated. If you're north of the 401, it will be 80 km/h (about 50 mph), unless otherwise stated. On the highways, the maximum speed is usually 100 km/h (around 62 mph), and the minimum speed is generally 60 km/h (approximately 37 mph).
Where are the best places to park in Kingston?
There are some very handy car parks on the Waterfront at the Macdonald/Memorial Park. They're free on Sundays and usually 2 CAD (about £1.20) per hour during the rest of the week. There is a three-hour limit. The hourly rate at most other car parks is 1.50 CAD (roughly 0.90 GBP). At the Ontario/Brock Lot, you can park for the day for 15 CAD (around £8.75) during summer, and 10 CAD (approximately £5.80) during winter.
Kingston car rental reviews and directory
Avis
10.0
Wonderful
3 reviewsCleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
Value for money
10.0
2 locations in Kingston
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
10.0
Wonderful
14 reviewsCleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.6
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
Value for money
9.6
2 locations in Kingston
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10.0 Wonderful
Sep 2020
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Erin, manager in Kingston is a very professional and great person !10.0 Wonderful
Sep 2020
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Yes9.6 Wonderful
Oct 2018
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Super reasonably pricedCons:
Pick up was confusing, and location of pickup was unclear2.0 Poor
Sep 2018
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pick-up service was at their convenience, . . . one hour late. . . gas policy was vague. . . suggestion: agency provides car with full tank, customer returns car with full tank. . . .no bs about guess-timatinting gas volume at either end of trans action, , , ,will NEVER use enterprise again. . .a dog and pony show going out and coming in10.0 Wonderful
Dec 2017
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Good serviceCons:
Nothing8.0 Very Good
Sep 2017
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great price and great service!Budget
9.2
Wonderful
10 reviewsCleanliness
9.6
Comfort
8.8
Pick-up/Drop-off
9.6
Value for money
8.8
One location in Kingston
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9.2 Wonderful
Sep 2017
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Car was good, no complaints there.Cons:
It took almost half an hour to pick up and drop off the vehicle. The staff were friendly and helpful, but service was really slow.10.0 Wonderful
Nov 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Dec 2021
Europcar
7.5
Good
2 reviews2 locations in Kingston
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5.2 Fair
Feb 2018
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Pick up was a great pain- no number to call, no one waiting7.6 Good
Jan 2018
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Jeeps are fun to drive!Cons:
the kiosk was at the train station but we had to wait for the guy to bring a car and then get our vehicle from the train station home for the duration of our trip. it added about an hour and a half to get it all sorted which put us behind on our eta. we reserved a small car but got the Jeep and while it was fun to drive oh my word the extra cost on gas was crazy :(National
8.3
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One location in Kingston
keddy by Europcar
6.4
Okay
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3 locations in Kingston
Discount Car & Truck Rentals
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4 locations in Kingston