Wilmington car hire

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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Wilmington

  • Using car rentals in Wilmington is more beneficial over public transport.  Rental cars have no restrictions on schedules and routes. Therefore, they offer convenience when visiting multiple attraction sites or when you have tight itinerary. Unlike public transport, rental cars offer enhanced comfort to people with limited mobility traveling with luggage since its design includes ample storage and seating space. With Wilmington car rentals, you can explore several attraction sites, including the 30-acre Silver Lake with sandy beach lines on its southern shorelines, the 150 acres of Wilmington Town Forest, and the Baldwin Apple Monument.
  • The major airports serving Wilmington include Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) and Manchester-Boston Regional Airport (MHT). BOS has its car rental center off-airport. Upon landing at BOS, proceed to the curbside on the lower level of each terminal to access the blue and white complimentary shuttle buses. The buses will transport you to the address of 15 Transportation Way, where the car rental center is conveniently located. Once you land at MHT, proceed to the back of Parking Lot A situated in front of the terminal to access the Consolidated Rental Car Facility.
  • When using car rentals in Wilmington, you are expected to follow their courteous driving culture. This typically implies adhering to their traffic laws, including stop signs and allowing merging vehicles. Although narrow in most streets, roads in Wilmington are well-maintained and paved. It is emphasized that you practice defensive driving while in Wilmington, always to anticipate the actions of other road users. Distracted driving is also discouraged by enforcing the use of hands-free devices when driving. Pedestrian safety is a top priority, with drivers forced to yield to crossing pedestrians at crosswalks.
  • It is common to encounter traffic when using car rentals in Wilmington, generally occurring during morning hours from around 7:30 am to 9 am and evening hours from around 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm. During these hours, people mostly commute to and from work or school. Several major roads in Wilmington, including Interstate 93, Route 38, and Route 62, experience heavy traffic during these rush hour times. Consider using alternative routes including Exit 41, Concord Street, and Route 129 to navigate the traffic congestion during the rush hours. Winter conditions resulting in slippery roads and reduced visibility affect driving in Wilmington.
  • Book your car hire in Wilmington at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Mini hire cars in Wilmington are around 165% more expensive than other car types, on average

FAQs about hiring a car in Wilmington

  • How much is the price of fuel in Wilmington?

    The average price of fuel in Wilmington is R61,40 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between R737 and R982, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular car hire in Wilmington?

    Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Wilmington.

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

    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 Wilmington?

    A Mini car hire in Wilmington costs R3 404 per day, on average.

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

    An Intermediate car hire in Wilmington costs R1 191 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Standard car hire cost in Wilmington?

    A Standard car hire in Wilmington costs R1 398 per day, on average.

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

    The narrow streets in Wilmington require you to have a sedan or a compact car. These vehicles will offer better maneuverability, especially on congested roads during heavy traffic. Additionally, they offer parking convenience since their small sizes allow them to fit into tight parking spaces. You will also incur less cost to rent and maintain these vehicles as they are fuel-efficient. You can, therefore, enjoy long drives without the worry of frequent refueling.

  • What's the speed limit in Wilmington?

    When driving around school zones in Wilmington, you must limit your speed to about 20 mph. The maximum speed limit for Wilmington residential roads is about 30 mph. When driving within downtown Wilmington, you must restrict your speed to about 40 mph. Rural roads around Wilmington and highways passing through Wilmington have higher speed limits set up to about 65 mph.

  • Where are the best places to park in Wilmington?

    Downtown Wilmington offers various parking options, including on-street parking and public parking. On average, you are expected to pay around $1.50 per hour for the metered street parking. You will be charged about $12 daily for parking in Wilmington public parking lots. You will also have access to several accessible parking spaces within downtown Wilmington including 393 Main St Parking, Wilmington Station Parking Lot, and Yentile Farm Recreational Facility Parking.

Wilmington car rental reviews and directory 
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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Best rated

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

7.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

9.0

Value for money

7.0

4 locations in Wilmington

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248 Mishawum Rd

+1 781 932 9898

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285 Main St

+1 978 988 5737

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4 Minot Street

+1 781 932 9898

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884 Boston Road

+1 978 858 3504

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4,0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Aug 2022

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I was disappointed as I paid for a full size sedan and they only had an intermediate sedan on the lot.

10,0 Wonderful

Ed, Jul 2021

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This is our go to Company whenever they are available.

1 out of 1

Thrifty

5,9

Fair

One location in Wilmington

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911 Main Street

+1 781 933 8362

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Dollar

5,7

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911 Main Street

+1 781 933 8362

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Avis

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45 Commerce Way

+1 781 933 4951

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10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Sept 2023

Intermediate

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Customer service was great and the process was fast. The car that I took had a problem with lights, I could hardly see at night. It needs to be serviced and I also pointed out to the customer service agent. The wipers need to be changed too as it was hard to see as if I was not driving a 4x4 truck

6,0 Okay

Anne, Jan 2022

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One of the maintenance warning lights was on when we picked up car.

1 out of 1

Budget

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One location in Wilmington

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45 Commerce Way

+1 781 933 1236

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2,0 Poor

chris, Aug 2022

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Did not see it on the rental agreement but it was for 2 weeks only needed it for 2 days they charged me an extra 50 bucks per day because I didn't use 2 weeks thanks for nothing never going back to these ripoff artists

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jul 2022

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I had to add air to 1 tire. It was very low. 19 all others were 40.

5,9 Fair

Anonymous, Aug 2021

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Car rental agencies nowadays are really operating a "rip-off" operation and are blaming it on Covid.. I really needed a rental car for our stay by our son's house this summer, so I had no choice.....I had to pay what they wanted.

1 out of 1

Hertz

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One location in Wilmington

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911 Main Street

+1 781 933 8362

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10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Apr 2021

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Pros:

Staff very friendly, great location.

2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Jan 2023

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I will NEVER use Hertz again. I specifically rented a pickup truck. I understand that it says, if they don’t have that pickup, it would be something similar, but they tried to put me in a minivan after I walked in and they told me they haven’t had a pickup truck there in months! Why wouldn’t you call me and tel me that? I had specific needs and requested the pickup truck. The manager, Abby, was rude, and told me, sorry, but it “is what it is”, and offered me the minivan or nothing, and told me to decide if I wanted it or leave! Absolutely terrible customer service.

2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Aug 2022

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Hertz was very unprofessional. They called me a few hours before I was scheduled to pick up my reservation and told me they had no cars for me. They didn’t help me find a car at a different location, and I had to call around myself. I spent 2 hours on the phone with them trying to find a car and trying to get them to honor the price I reserved the car at. They were not helpful at all and it was a terrible experience. They were then going to charge me for changing a pickup location (even though they caused this change by not having a car there for me like they were supposed to) and then I had to pay $400 extra in fees and taxes at the new pickup location. When I went to return the car when the rental was complete, I showed up to the door at 7:50 and the man just stared at me and wouldn’t open the door and gave me the “no” finger wave. He then opened the door at 8:02 and all he did was take the key from me and say “you’re all set”. This was an awful experience and I won’t be using hertz ever again.

2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Jul 2022

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Cleaner car and better customer service

10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, May 2022

KAYAK
Great customer service. Rental went off without a hitch.

1,9 Poor

Michael, Oct 2021

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When i got the the Hertz agency, i was told they had no cars for me, and never offered an alternative solution. Thus, I was stuck 20 miles from my business, with no car, and no alternative solution. Hardly a way to treat a customer

1 out of 3

496 travellers who hired a car in Wilmington gave the car agency they used an average rating of 5.8

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