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Car hire in Dorset

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Dorset car hire at a glance

Most popular rental companyKeddy By Europcar
Most popular carSmall
Cities to choose from4, Bournemouth is most popular
Cheapest price found$120 per day, Bournemouth
Cheapest monthApril
Best time to book2 weeks before
To give you an idea of how much renting a car in Dorset could cost, we've pulled prices from Bournemouth.

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Cities in Dorset

Take a look at the different cities in Dorset you can set off from. You could find a great price somewhere less travelled.

Car hire in Bournemouth

From
$120
per day

Car hire in Poole

From
$202
per day

Car hire in Bournemouth

From
$120
per day

Car hire in Poole

From
$202
per day

Find the cheapest time to hire a car in Dorset

A cheaper month to rent a car in Dorset is April, when the average cost per day is $59. If that doesn’t work for you, try searching for another month you'd like to travel in and compare deals today.
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To give you an idea of how much renting a car in Dorset could cost, we've pulled prices from Bournemouth.

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What are the best car hire companies in Dorset?

Europcar
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
Keddy By Europcar
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
Enterprise
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
Sixt
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
Europcar
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
Keddy By Europcar
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
Enterprise
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection
Sixt
Car condition
Car cleanliness
Customer service
Easy collection

All you need to know about Dorset

Side of the roadLeft
CurrencyPound sterling
LanguageEnglish
Speed limitMotorway70mph
Speed limitBuilt-up area30mph
Age to rent a car21
The information here is based on our understanding as of January 2024. For the most current and accurate information it’s recommended to check official government sources.

Car hire in Dorset: FAQs

You will need insurance to rent a car in Dorset, but you wont necessarily need ‘extra’ insurance. Different car hire companies offer different insurance policies, so make sure you look at the details when you pick a deal.
To rent a car with most companies in Dorset you need to be at least 21 years old. Some companies may have extra fees to pay if you are under 25 years old, so make sure you check before you book.
The best rated car hire company by our travellers in Dorset is Europcar. You can rent a car with them for $0 on average per day.

If you want to learn more about Europcar, you can dig deeper here.
The types of documents you’ll need to rent a car in Dorset depend on the car rental company you go with. But in general, you will need a valid drivers license, ID and passport. Once you’ve booked car hire in Dorset, you can easily get in touch with your chosen provider to find out.
It depends on where in Dorset you visit. The most popular places to rent a car are Bournemouth and Poole.

In Bournemouth, it costs around $369 per day or $438 per week.

In Poole, it costs around $283 per day or $157 per week.
It’s easy to hire a car in Dorset. First, you need to decide where in Dorset you want to pick up your car from.

Once you’ve decided where you want to go, simply enter your dates and search for the best deal for you. Once you’ve found your deal, you’ll be redirected to the provider to book with no extra fees.
You can rent a car for as long as you like, depending on availability. If you know what dates you’re needing wheels for, start searching with Skyscanner today.
You may need a credit card to rent a car in Dorset. It all depends on which car hire company you choose.
It depends where in Dorset you want to visit. The most popular place to go is Bournemouth. On average, it costs $369 per day to rent a car there. The cheapest price we could find is $121 per day.

Getting the cheapest car rental in Dorset

Here are some tips to help you bag the best prices, and hit the road for less.

Pick the right ride

Make sure you pick the right type of car for your trip. You can easily filter by 'seats', 'transmission' and even choose only to see 'electric' or 'hybrid' vehicles. You can also filter by 'car type', so whether you're looking for a luxury car or a more modest mini, you'll find what you need fast. The most popular car type in Dorset is Small.

Compare across companies

The most popular car hire companies in Dorset are Keddy By Europcar, Enterprise and Europcar. The cheapest company we've found is Sixt. To find a great price, you can easily compare across different trusted car rental companies using Skyscanner.

Get your timing right

It can really pay to play around with your timings and compare dates for your car hire to get a great price. The best time to book a bargain is 2 weeks before. The cheapest prices we've found are $120 a day and $58 a week.

Be flexible

Not sure where in Dorset you're going to visit? There’s lots of places to pick your rental car up from. Being flexible on your pickup location can help you grab a great price, all while seeing more of Dorset. We've found that the most popular place to pick up a car in Dorset is Bournemouth. The cheapest place to pick up your rental car is Bournemouth.

Hire a car long term in Dorset

Looking to hire a car for more than a few weeks? It could be cheaper to rent for a full month. This can cut the admin costs for car hire companies and give you some extra time to explore too. Give it a go today and search for 30 days' worth of car hire.

Save on fuel

You can make your money go further by finding a car hire deal in Dorset with 'unlimited mileage' or a 'full to full' fuel policy. This can save you cash on topping up the tank.

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