Dartford car hire

Driver's age: 26-65

Search hundreds of hire car sites at once for hire car deals in Dartford

Here is why travellers choose KAYAK

Save up to 42%Compare multiple travel sites with one search.

Free to useThere are no hidden charges or fees

Filter your dealsFilter by car type, brand and more. Instantly customise your results.

Book with flexibilityUse our "free cancellation" filter for maximum flexibility at no extra cost.

Cheap car hire in Dartford

Discover the best prices and deals for you by selecting your travel dates
Choose your dates
Economy car
Economy
Compact car
Compact
Intermediate car
Intermediate
Standard car
Standard
Full-size car
Full-size
Luxury car
Luxury
People carrier car
People carrier
Passenger van car
Passenger van
Commercial car
Commercial
Pick-up truck car
Pick-up truck

KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Dartford

  • Dartford is known around the UK for being a connecting point for much of the South-East, which is why it makes an ideal location for arranging a hire vehicle. Whether you are planning on staying local, travelling on the famous Crossing, making your way into London (around 25 miles away), or taking a trip to the tranquil RSPB Rainham Marshes (around 7 miles away), car hire in Dartford is a great start to your trip.
  • Dartford is served by the nearby London City Airport, its own railway station, and the A282 motorway, meaning that your car hire in Dartford can easily integrate with the rest of your journey. From LCY airport, you can find car hire desks in the main Arrivals terminal. In Dartford itself, most hire car firms are located in or close to Temple Hill, the same neighbourhood as Dartford railway station, so you can be sure you’re in the right place with Dartford car hire.
  • Dartford is a residential town that sits close to some of the UK’s most important motorways. That’s why it’s important to always be alert when driving around the area, as it is easy to quickly transition from a dual carriageway to quieter streets with plenty of pedestrians. The town itself, however, is easy to get around and is preferred by commuters for this precise reason.
  • Due to the convenience of the nearby Dartford Crossing, this Kent town certainly receives a fair bit of traffic throughout the week. For that reason, try and plan your journeys outside of commuting hours (08:00–09:00, 16:00–18:00) and also expect a fair bit of congestion at weekends when plenty of families head out on day-trips. Sunny weekends create more traffic and snowy weather creates more difficult conditions, so be aware.
  • Book your car hire in Dartford at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Intermediate hire cars in Dartford are around 55% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about hiring a car in Dartford

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

    The first question to ask is why are you staying in the area? If you are planning on staying local, a compact economy car is a great option, allowing you to navigate urban areas and park up with ease. If you are thinking of taking advantage of Dartford’s fantastic motorway links, then a more powerful car will be better suited to the job and also offer more comfort on longer journeys.

  • What’s the speed limit in Dartford?

    The centre of Dartford mostly implements a 30mph speed limit, although there are plenty of 20mph zones being introduced for quieter areas. Always drive responsibly and stay alert to your surroundings, particularly residential and school areas. It is also important to note that many motorways nearby use variable speed limits, so pay attention to road signs as these can be updated depending on current congestion.

  • Where are the best places to park in Dartford?

    Working with Kent County Council, Dartford Borough Council has provided a number of options for drivers to park up safely and affordably. You will be able to find a number of pay and display car parks and on-street bays, with information on how to pay for your parking being available at these sites. They also maintain the Civic Centre Car Park, which is open to the public and barrier-controlled for added security. Prices generally start from just £1 for 2h , and many car parks offer free parking on Sundays.

  • How much is the price of fuel in Dartford?

    The average price of fuel in Dartford is R119,26 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between R1 431 and R1 908, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular car hire in Dartford?

    Intermediate (Kia Optima or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Dartford.

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

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

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

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

  • Which car hire agencies are at London City airport (LCY)?

    Car hire companies onsite at London City airport include keddy by Europcar, Avis, GREEN MOTION, Budget and 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 Avis, GREEN MOTION, Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Budget and Europcar.

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

  • Which car hire companies will pick you up at London City airport (LCY)?

    Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from London City airport to off-airport locations include Avis, GREEN MOTION, Budget and Europcar.

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

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

  • How much does an Intermediate car hire cost in Dartford?

    An Intermediate car hire in Dartford costs R598 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Luxury car hire cost in Dartford?

    A Luxury car hire in Dartford costs R1 821 per day, on average.

  • How much does an Economy car hire cost in Dartford?

    An Economy car hire in Dartford costs R527 per day, on average.

Dartford car rental reviews and directory 
All ratings and reviews are collected from KAYAK users with a verified car hire booking. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

10,0

Wonderful

Best rated

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

8.0

One location in Dartford

Show locations

Locations in Dartford

125 St Vincents Road

+44 1322 274010

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

Filters

No reviews available

Budget

7,2

Good

One location in Dartford

Show locations

Locations in Dartford

7 Westgate House

+44 344 544 8701

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00

Filters

No reviews available

Europcar

6,9

Okay

One location in Dartford

Show locations

Locations in Dartford

117 Dartford Road

+44 371 384 5910

Opening times not available

Filters

No reviews available

Hertz

6,9

Okay

One location in Dartford

Locations in Dartford

North End Road

+44 843 309 3020

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00

Filters

No reviews available

Avis

7,4

Good

One location in Dartford

Locations in Dartford

7 Westgate House

+44 344 544 6054

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00

Filters

No reviews available

Firefly

9,6

Wonderful

One location in Dartford

Locations in Dartford

Northend Road

+44 843 309 3020

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

Filters

No reviews available

keddy by Europcar

7,2

Good

2 locations in Dartford

Locations in Dartford

117 Dartford Road

+44 371 384 5910

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

International Way

+44 371 384 9949

Opening times not available

Filters

No reviews available

Routes Car & Truck Rentals

3,7

Poor

One location in Dartford

Locations in Dartford

117 Dartford Road

Opening times not available

Filters

No reviews available

Sunnycars

No score available yet

2 locations in Dartford

Locations in Dartford

117 Dartford Road

Opening times not available

Northend Road

Opening times not available

Filters

No reviews available

Free2Move

No score available yet

One location in Dartford

Locations in Dartford

581-597 Princes Road

+44 1322 948280

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

Filters

No reviews available

654 travellers who hired a car in Dartford gave the car agency they used an average rating of 6.9

Car hire locations in or near Dartford

Good to know

Most popular car type

Intermediate

When to book a car hire in Dartford

Average daily price per month
Car hire prices as pick-up date approaches

Dartford car hire information

Pick-up locationDartford
Car types
Hire locations13
Airport locations0

Not what you’re looking for? Find thousands of other hotels, flights and car hire with KAYAK.