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Car hire Calais

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Car hire Calais

EasyTerra Car Hire Calais is an independent car hire comparison site. Our system compares prices from well-known car hire companies so as a customer you can always book your hire car through us at a competitive rate.

Car rental companies in Calais

Below are the car rental companies in Calais with the best ratings. Compare all ratings and prices of these rental companies in one search.

  • National Car Rental

    8.4 (435)
    No rates available

  • Enterprise

    8.3 (2103)
    No rates available

  • Europcar

    8.2 (8780)
    No rates available

  • Avis

    8.1 (6502)
    No rates available

  • Alamo

    8 (9352)
    No rates available

  • Hertz

    8 (7489)
    No rates available

  • Budget

    8.4 (10222)
    No rates available

  • CITROEN

    No reviews
    No rates available

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Recent reviews

Our customers rate us a 8.8/10 out of 2203

The best rental site in

The best rental site in Europe. Use the service for more than 10 years, and it is always great
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OMER SELLA TUNIS
Avis Marseille Airport

Good

Good
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BRIGETTE VAN DORSSELAER
Sixt Geneva Airport (France)

good

good
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ALASTAIR LINDSAY
OK Mobility Bordeaux Airport

Excellent service, competitive pricing.

Excellent service, competitive pricing.
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CHRISTOPHER BLOOR
Alamo Bordeaux Airport

Very simple process; first time

Very simple process; first time used and will certainly use again.
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JAMIE SCOTT
Hertz Toulouse Airport

Easy to use, competitive pricing

Easy to use, competitive pricing and excellent secure service
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MICHAEL FISHER
Enterprise Gare de Lille-Flandres

We used 'Worry free' and

We used 'Worry free' and it stated that only the best car rentals are approved in this. But it was the worse car ever rented.
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WILBERT VAN DEN ESKER
Budget Nice Airport

Easy to book and a

Easy to book and a clear website so easy to navigate
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MICHAEL SEARLE
Thrifty Limoges Airport

OK. It's just a website

OK. It's just a website!
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STEPHEN GREGSON
Dollar Rent a Car Geneva Airport (France)

Excellent

Excellent
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ADNAN DARWICHE
Avis Mulhouse / Basel Airport

Easy to navigate the website

Easy to navigate the website
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GILLIAN MCMASTER
Unirent Car Rental Geneva Airport (Switzerland)

Easy to use. The clear

Easy to use. The clear advice about the rental was helpful, in particular appreciated the advice about not needing additional insurance. I will use your service again.
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MARTIN MEADOWS
Europcar Avignon TGV Station

greta prices and service

greta prices and service
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LUCIA KRPELANOVA
Europcar Carcassonne Airport

This is the second time

This is the second time I have used Easyterra. Very pleased with them.
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NICHOLAS HARRIS
Europcar Bastia Airport

Good choice of cars and

Good choice of cars and good prices. Easy to book
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NICHOLAS ATKINS
Europcar Nantes Airport

Car rental companies in and around Calais

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Calais

EasyTerra Car Hire Calais compares prices of car hire companies at the following locations:

Calais Eurotunnel Station
Calais Gare SNCF Train Station
Calais Ferry Port

Location information for Calais

Introduction

Calais is mainly known as transportation center: ferries across the English Channel and trains through the Channel Tunnel to England. The town itself, however, has also something to offer, like the Musée de la Seconde Guerre Mondiale in the former Nazi military headquarters, historical buildings and the famous statue Les Bourgeois de Calais by Rodin. The city is a popular day-trip destination for the British, mainly because of the lower excise charged on alcohol and tobacco in France.

Population

Calais has 75,000 inhabitants; about 50,000 more people live in the entire urban area of the city and surroundings.

Location

Calais is located in the far northwest of France, not far from the border with Belgium. The English Dover lies across the English Channel, at only 32 kilometers. On a clear day you can see the White Cliffs of Dover.

Economy

The ferry port and the train connection with England (in Coquelles, about 6 kilometers west of the city) form the pillars of local economy. Directly linked to that is the retail trade which in large part targets visiting British. From way back lace is produced in Calais and there are also paper mills and chemical industry.

Airports

The airport, Aéroport de Calais-Dunkerque, is situated near the town of Marck, 7 kilometers east of the city center. By rental car the airport can be reached via the D119 or the D248. The way and the exit to the airport are clearly signposted.

Public Transport

Calais has good public bus transport. The large supermarkets (Auchan, Carrefour and the shopping center Cité Europe) are best reached with line 5. A shuttle bus also runs from the city center to the station of the Eurostar trains.

Traffic and Parking

Finding your way around Calais isn't difficult, but you need to look out for unexpected actions by car drivers. There are people from various countries with different driving cultures and traffic rules (just consider the difference between driving on the left in Great Britain and driving on the right in mainland Europe). In the city center you have to pay for street parking, but around the center there are many possibilities to park for free. You can also park for free for a set time at many large shopping centers.

Hotels

Most hotels in Calais can be found near the port. There are also (often cheaper) hotels near large shopping centers like La Française en Cité Europe. More luxurious accommodations are mainly concentrated in Coquelles. There are also several hotels and holiday resorts on the beach.

External Sources

For more information about Calais, we recommend Google and the following sources:

Important up-to-date information for renting a car in Calais

🚙 Number of rental agencies 8
⭐ Most popular car rental agency Europcar
🏆 Best rated car rental agency National Car Rental

Practical information

  • Currency
    Euro
  • Driving direction
    Right
  • City speed limit
    50 km/h
  • Freeway speed limit
    90 km/h
  • Language
    French
  • Popular car category
    Economy

What most people want to know

The following questions and answers are a selection of the most popular questions. If you do not find the answer to your question, have a look at the Frequently Asked Questions page or contact us.

Is EasyTerra Car Hire the cheapest?

Yes, we offer a guarantee of the lowest price - because we compare various retailers, we can always offer you the best price in town.

 What do I need to do when picking up a car?

To pick up your car, you will need your voucher, passport, driver's license and a credit card. It is very important that your driver's license and credit card are in the same name as the main driver. Keep in mind that the local rental company will reserve a certain amount on your credit card as a deposit. This requires the PIN code for your credit card. If your driver's license is foreign (for example, in Chinese), you must bring a translation with you. Only your original passport and driver's license will be accepted - a copy is not sufficient.

 Are there any additional costs?

In general, our rates are all-inclusive. Should there be any additional costs, our booking department will get in touch with you before issuing the invoice. Should you object, you can always cancel your reservation with no obligations attached (at least 48 hours in advance).

What kind of insurance is applicable to my car rental?

In general, Liability Insurance, Fire Insurance, All-Risks Insurance and Theft Insurance are included in the cost of your rental car.

 What is a worry-free label?

Only rental companies with a high level of customer satisfaction are eligible to be included in our Worry-Free selection. This rate includes excess cover and unlimited kilometres. Your vehicle will be provided and must be returned with a full tank of fuel. With a vehicle from our Worry-Free selection, you can travel with peace of mind and no hidden costs.

 How can I change or cancel my reservation?

You can cancel your reservation through "My Account". We recommend contacting us by phone if your changes to your booking or cancellation takes place at short notice (48 hours or less).

 When will I get a confirmation of my booking?

Most reservations will receive confirmation within minutes after payment takes place. We recommend contacting our Booking Department for last minute reservations (pick-up within 48 hours).

 Which car rental companies are compared by EasyTerra Car Hire at this location?
  • National Car Rental
  • Enterprise
  • Europcar
  • Avis
  • Alamo
  • Hertz
  • Budget
  • CITROEN
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