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Top tips for renting a car in British Columbia
- To hire a car in British Columbia, you must have a driving licence and credit card. It is also advisable to have comprehensive insurance coverage, which offers compensation if the vehicle is damaged or stolen by someone else during your stay. Make sure that the car you are hiring has a policy allowing enough driving range to cover all of your trips, as some contracts only allow the vehicle to travel a certain number of kilometres during the hire period. Do note that during the pickup, payments are made using an active credit or debit card in the hirer’s name. If payment will be done by someone else, all payment requirements must be met.
- Driving in British Columbia is very different from driving in other parts of Canada. You will need to familiarise yourself with the traffic laws and road rules in this province. British Columbia has strict street or highway speed limits to help keep road users safer. The speed limits in the province range from 50 km/h in residential areas to 100 km/h outside urban areas to 120 km/h on freeways. These are only general guidelines; to avoid being fined, you should always follow the posted road signs.
- British Columbia has some of the strictest drunk driving laws in Canada. The legal limit for BAC in British Columbia is 0.05%, and police can charge you with driving under the influence. Note that DUI arrests in British Columbia can lead to prison time, heavy fines, licence suspension or even being banned from driving in BC for life. In British Columbia, the law states that all car occupants must be buckled up while in motion. All children under four years old should also be properly secured in approved child seat systems.
- Book your rental car in British Columbia at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Intermediate rental cars in British Columbia are around 12% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about renting a car in British Columbia
How much does it cost to rent a car in British Columbia?
On average a rental car in British Columbia costs 169 ﷼ per day.
What is the most popular rental car in British Columbia?
Intermediate (Ford Escape or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in British Columbia.
What is the cheapest car rental company in British Columbia?
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Routes Car & Truck Rentals (129 ﷼/day), Dollar (165 ﷼/day) and National (166 ﷼/day).
What is the best rental car company in British Columbia?
Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car rental companies in British Columbia are Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.4, 209 reviews), Alamo (8.2, 92 reviews), and Avis (8.1, 211 reviews).
How can I find car rentals near me in British Columbia?
Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.
Should I hire a car in British Columbia?
Driving a car in British Columbia is one of the only ways to truly see this gem of a province. There are many advantages to hiring a car in British Columbia, but first and foremost is convenience. Travelling with additional luggage can be time-consuming and frustrating, so you will enjoy being able to drive around in your own comfortable vehicle while exploring interesting sights and activities in the province, like world-class art, wine tasting and great shopping experiences. You will find that most of the attractions in British Columbia are accessible by car, keeping your journey pleasant, comfortable and efficient. It also gives you freedom and flexibility, so you can visit all parts of the province without having to plan ahead or use public transportation.
What is driving like in British Columbia?
Driving in British Columbia is easy, with a wide range of top-class road networks. Hiring a car gives you easy access to BC's amazing roads and highways. The freeway system links all the major cities and towns together, making the driving experience easy and fast. However, note that driving in British Columbia can be different from driving in most other places. The roads are usually well maintained but sometimes narrow and winding, so take it slow. Don't be alarmed if you encounter an occasional animal crossing the road. The speed limit is generally 100 km/h unless posted otherwise.
How old do you have to be to hire a car in British Columbia?
Under the British Columbia Motor Vehicle Act, you must be at least 21 years of age to hire a car. However, some car hire companies will charge a “young driver fee” to drivers between the ages of 21 and 24 years to cover the increased risk of accidents and damage, while others only lend certain classes of vehicles to drivers under 25 years of age.
Car rental locations in British Columbia
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Enterprise Rent-A-Car car rental locations in British Columbia
38 Locations
Budget car rental locations in British Columbia
25 Locations
National car rental locations in British Columbia
23 Locations
Hertz car rental locations in British Columbia
20 Locations
Sunnycars car rental locations in British Columbia
18 Locations
Avis car rental locations in British Columbia
12 Locations
Dollar car rental locations in British Columbia
8 Locations
AliGo Rent A Car car rental locations in British Columbia
7 Locations
NextCar car rental locations in British Columbia
7 Locations
Priceless car rental locations in British Columbia
7 Locations
Discount Car & Truck Rentals car rental locations in British Columbia
6 Locations
Economy Rent a Car car rental locations in British Columbia
6 Locations
Good to know
Most popular car type | Intermediate |
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