Sokcho car hire

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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Sokcho

  • Car hires in Sokcho, South Korea, offer various benefits compared to public transit, including flexibility and convenience to explore the city and its surroundings at your pace. If you plan on visiting several attractions in Sokcho, hiring a car will save you time as you won’t adhere to fixed schedules by public transport. Sokcho has many natural sites renowned for its natural beauty and attractions. With a hire car, you can quickly drive to these attractions, including Sokcho National Park, Naksansa Temple, Sokcho Beach, and Osaek Hot Springs, and even explore remote areas, including Abai Village.
  • Incheon International Airport (ICN) and Seoul Gimpo International Airport (GMP) serve this city and offer car hires in Sokcho, including services from Avis and Hertz. ICN is 199 km (123 miles) miles from Sokcho while GMP is 173 km (107 miles) away. The car hire desks in ICN are in the terminal building in the Arrivals area. There are no shuttle buses for transit to the car hire desks at ICN, as they're in the airport terminal building. When flying into GMP, the car hires in Sokcho at the airport are located in the Domestic Terminal, easily accessible from the Arrivals area and a walking distance. To hire a car in Sokcho, you must be at least 21 years old and have a valid driving licence, an ID card, and other necessary documents for the paperwork.
  • Pay attention to pedestrians when driving in Sokcho, as some pedestrians may not adhere to the traffic rules and cross without warning. Most roads in the mountainous regions of Sokcho may be narrow and winding. Exercise caution when driving in such areas and maintain a low speed. Ensure you check for weather forecast news as the weather in Sokcho may change, and roads may get slippery during rains, affecting driving on the streets.
  • Sokcho experiences rush hours during work commute hours between 07:30 to 09:00 and between 17:30 to 17:00. During the rush hours, main roads and highways get busier and sometimes hardly passable. Avoid the roads leading to popular attraction destinations, including the Seoraksan National Park, that may experience increased congestion during peak tourist season. Traffic during tourist peak seasons may be heavier on Route 7 and other local roads. During winter, the temperatures will be cold, and you may encounter occasional rainfall, making roads icy and slippery. Consider hiring a car with appropriate tyres to navigate through the slippery roads during extreme weather conditions in Sokcho.
  • Book your car hire in Sokcho at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
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FAQs about hiring a car in Sokcho

  • How much is the price of fuel in Sokcho?

    The average price of fuel in Sokcho is R84,96 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between R1 019 and R1 359, depending on the car size.

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

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

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

    Sokcho streets are narrow. Therefore, when hiring a car to use during your visit to Sokcho, consider hiring a compact or mid-size car from the Sokcho car hire companies, as the vehicle provides better manoeuvrability on narrow streets. Parking in Sokcho may be limited, especially near the downtown areas. With a hire car, you can easily fit in small parking spaces and avoid the hassle of looking for adequate parking space.

  • What’s the speed limit in Sokcho?

    The speed limit in Sokcho is 50 km/h (30 mph) in urban areas, and 80 km/h (50 mph) on major highways and expressways. The speed limit may vary near school zones and other roads. Ensure you check for speed signs along the roads when driving in Sokcho, as there are speed cameras throughout the city to monitor and enforce speed limits. Make sure you operate within the set speed limits when driving in Sokcho to avoid potential fines for speed violations.

  • What are the best places to park in Sokcho?

    In Sokcho, you can either go for free or paid parking. The cost of parking in Socho ranges from ₩500 (£0.30) to ₩2000 (£1.20) per hour and ₩5000 (£3.01) to ₩15000 (£9.02) per day. You can find parking in Sokcho Central Market, Abai Village, Sokcho Beach, and Seorak-dong Car Parks. Consider Sokcho Expo Tower, Cheongchoho Lake, Dongmyeong Port, and Local Government Office Car Parks for free parking. Certain car parks may have time limits, especially near popular destinations; therefore, ensure you check for the time limit signs before parking.  

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Sokcho car rental reviews and directory 
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Hyundaetour Rent A Car

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2 locations in Sokcho

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30, Georinmal-gil, Yangyang-gun

+82 (0) 33 672 5111

Monday08:00 - 19:00
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4170, Donghae-daero, Sokcho-si

+82 (0) 33 635 0050

Monday09:00 - 18:00
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LOTTE rent-a-car

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2 locations in Sokcho

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Gyo-dong 895-2 Sokcho city

+82 033 632 8000

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강원도 속초시 청대로 301, 301, Cheongdae-ro, Sokcho-si

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Avis

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One location in Sokcho

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267, Gangneung-daero

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Dokdo Rent A Car

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201, Gonghang-ro, Yangyang-gun

+82 (0) 10 2266 7445

Monday08:00 - 19:00
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Genie Rent A Car

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One location in Sokcho

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6, Seongdeokponam-ro 206beon-gil, Gangneung-si

+82 (0) 10 6238 8901

Monday09:00 - 18:00
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Glory Rent A Car

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One location in Sokcho

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12, Haseulla-ro 206beon-gil, Gangneung-si

+82 (0) 33 645 3703

Monday09:30 - 20:00
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Hertz

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One location in Sokcho

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301 Cheongdae Ro, Sokcho Si

+82 (0) 33 632 8000

Monday08:30 - 18:00
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Taewon Rent A Car

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153, Oncheon-ro, Sokcho-si

+82 (0) 33 636 5479

Monday08:00 - 19:00
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