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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Manchester
- Compared to public buses and taxis, car rentals in Manchester are a superior transportation choice if you want to connect to different locations inside the city. Lutz Children's Museum is one of the locations you may visit with ease in your rental car if you have children with you and want to have a fantastic time outside. Although Manchester has an efficient public transportation system that is primarily made up of buses, which are significantly less expensive, renting a car provides a number of advantages, the most important of which is more flexibility. You can choose your own departure timings and routes to your destination when you rent a car.
- You can avoid the hassle of the lengthy lines that are frequently observed at the various bus stations by renting a car from one of the Manchester car rentals at Bradley International Airport (BDL). Because it offers a greater variety of car makes and models, this airport car rental station is rated higher than most other locations in the city. Renters have a better probability of receiving a specific car type or model in this location depending on their preferences and tastes. The BDL's car rental facility is close to Terminal A, the airport's primary terminal.
- Keep in mind that it is typical for drivers to flout some fundamental traffic laws in Manchester, such as right of way and lane discipline. You will constantly be on the lookout for cars, especially big trucks, entering intersections, regardless of whether they are obstructing other drivers or not. On roadways with numerous lanes, lane changes are frequently made without signaling. As a result, when you plan to self-drive by booking car rentals in Manchester, be careful of other drivers and don't trust that they will all obey the law.
- Using car rentals in Manchester during the rush hours, which are typically between 6:30 am and 9:30 am and later from 4:30 pm to 7 pm, might be a little difficult. Most of Manchester's roadways are congested during this period, with Pleasant Valley Road and Interstate 84 (I-84) experiencing the worst traffic. Therefore, if you must travel on 5th Street Road during any of these periods, make sure to set out around 10 -30 minutes before the scheduled departure time.
- Book your car hire in Manchester at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Mini hire cars in Manchester are around 23% more expensive than other car types, on average
FAQs about hiring a car in Manchester
How much is the price of fuel in Manchester?
The average price of fuel in Manchester is R69,79 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between R837 and R1 117, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular car hire in Manchester?
Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Manchester.
How can I find car hires near me in Manchester?
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 Manchester?
A Mini car hire in Manchester costs R2 261 per day, on average.
How much does a Standard car hire cost in Manchester?
A Standard car hire in Manchester costs R2 132 per day, on average.
How much does an Intermediate car hire cost in Manchester?
An Intermediate car hire in Manchester costs R2 091 per day, on average.
What type of car is recommended for driving in Manchester?
The majority of the tourist attractions that you would want to see while in Manchester are situated in regions with mountainous and uneven terrains, like Wickham Park and Case Mountain. As a result, consider an Intermediate car when renting a car in Manchester to get to these locations. This vehicle's potent engine can easily traverse steep terrain. A Compact car will be the best choice, though, if you intend to travel to locations in or close to the city center where the majority of the roads are quite narrow and parking spaces are confined.
What’s the speed limit in Manchester?
Manchester's standard speed limit is 45 mph. Therefore, make sure you are not driving your rental car faster than 45 mph in Manchester, unless you are on those zones or roads with different stated speed restrictions. School zones, residential districts, and some areas of the city center are some of the places having substantially reduced speed limits of up to 25 mph or even lower.
What are the best places to park in Manchester?
Parking lots at 201 Hale Road and 179 Deming Street are two places in Manchester where you can always find spaces to leave your rental car. It will cost you $1 per hour to park your car at any of these parking lots. In addition to this, hotel parking is a good alternative to take into account. The majority of hotels in Manchester provide its patrons with free parking as one of their services. However, hotel parking is only available to guests who are staying at one of those hotels.
Manchester car rental reviews and directory
Budget
10,0
Wonderful
17 reviewsCleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
Value for money
10.0
2 locations in Manchester
Locations in Manchester
190 Buckland Hills Drive
+1 860 648 2118
274 Leibert Road
+1 860 247 0482
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Oct 2022
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2,0 Poor
Sep 2020
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I didn't get the carCons:
SOMEBODY TELLINGME THE RENTAL DIDNT GO THROUGH BEFORE I SHOWED UP THERE IN AN UBER AND GOT STRANDED4,8 Mediocre
Sep 2019
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Decent car and decent drop off experience.Cons:
Upon pickup in Hartford, the employee was very unwilling to review scratches and damage prior to the trip and there was a lot. Employees were using vulgar raciest language with each other directly in the presence of several customers. Generally, terrible pickup location in an unsafe neighborhood.2,0 Poor
Aug 2023
6,0 Okay
Jun 2023
Avis
10,0
Wonderful
10 reviewsCleanliness
10.0
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10.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
Value for money
10.0
One location in Manchester
Locations in Manchester
274 Leibert Road
+1 860 241 0049
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2,0 Poor
May 2021
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Terribly understaffed, one agent with more than 20 customers waiting more than an hour. Confusion about cars, cars missing keys, awful service.Cons:
Everything.2,0 Poor
May 2021
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Very friendly and helpful! My problem is with Priceline. They scheduled this at a downtown location, which after I got off the airplane had no way to get to before closing. System shouldn’t have allowed. I selected BDL airport and couldn’t have known what street the car rental places are. Avis worked with me but airport fees made the care over $100 more. I won’t be ordering from Priceline again. I will order from Avis directly. They are great.Cons:
See above.8,0 Very Good
Jan 2021
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Drop off was easy.Cons:
Friendlier staff3,6 Poor
Oct 2020
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The convenience and service I received at the time of pick-up and drop-off. Easy and seamless.Cons:
I have never rented from Avis before but I have rented a car with other companies prior to this experience. I expected the Avis employee to walk with me to the vehicle and inspect the vehicle prior to me leaving with the vehicle. That did not happen. I was handed the keys and told I was all set. I walked to the car and noticed that it was dirty inside, leftover papers in the trunk and wrappers in the back door. About half way through my 750 mile commute I received a maintenance required notification on the dashboard for the rear seatbelts. I didn’t use the rear seat belts at all during my trip. The notification continued to prompt every time I would start the car. Just didn’t make me feel safe that all services/recalls weren’t serviced prior to letting a customer take the vehicle as a rental, especially with my lengthy trip.10,0 Wonderful
Dec 2019
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Super easy drop off and pick up!4,0 Mediocre
Sep 2022
Hertz
8,0
Very Good
9 reviewsCleanliness
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.0
Value for money
8.0
2 locations in Manchester
Locations in Manchester
170 Weston St
+1 860 533 1193
290 Broad Street
+1 860 533 1193
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2,0 Poor
Apr 2021
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Absolutely nothing very rude, when complained they were extremely rudeCons:
All of it6,8 Okay
Nov 2020
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The staff was friendly and helpful.Cons:
The car was given to me in a parking garage, where it was a little dark so I didn’t see a few imperfections on the vehicle, but I didn’t have a problem when returning the vehicle. The staff didn’t record the gas correctly, so they thought I owed a balance when returning the vehicle at a half tank. Overall it worked out fine.8,0 Very Good
Oct 2020
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Staff was friendly and helpful. Efficient. No problems in picking up car. SmoothCons:
Car had handling problems that made it hard to keep car on road evenly. Also we brought car back with way more gas than we left with and there was no recourse for a refund.2,0 Poor
Jun 2020
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Staff very rude didn’t help me at allCons:
Try to come up with a solution before kicking me out the store2,0 Poor
Oct 2019
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Stop telling you pick up one location and then expect you to drive 30 miles out of your wat1,9 Poor
Jul 2021
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
7,3
Good
6 reviewsCleanliness
8.0
Comfort
8.6
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.3
Value for money
8.0
4 locations in Manchester
Locations in Manchester
289 Williams Street - East
+1 860 659 1776
298 Governor St
+1 860 289 8881
560 Talcottville Rd
+1 860 875 4470
62 Buckland St
+1 860 647 7755
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2,0 Poor
Mar 2021
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When I arrived to pick up my vehicle, I was told that they had no vehicles available it would be at least two days before they had any. They blamed it on a glitch in their computer system and that they had had this problem before. It seems to me that’s a pretty massive problem they should work out, because I created a major disruption in my schedule and my plans, and Enterprise did nothing but say “sorry, try somewhere else.”10,0 Wonderful
Nov 2020
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The staff was amazing, thoughtful, and kind. When I needed to extend my rental, they made the process seamless. Thank you!Cons:
I have no complaints.10,0 Wonderful
Apr 2022
10,0 Wonderful
Dec 2021
Easirent
4,7
Mediocre
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One location in Manchester
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Most popular car type | Mini |
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When to book a car hire in Manchester
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Manchester car hire information
| Pick-up location | Manchester |
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| Hire locations | 3 |
| Airport locations | 0 |