Frequently asked questions about renting a car & car rental in Halifax
Which car rental companies are near or in Halifax?
There are over 17 car rental companies in Halifax. Car rental companies such as Dollar on 1181 Hollis Street, Enterprise on 3387 Kempt Road, ACE on 2790 Street, Budget Car & Truck Rental on 3275 Kempt Road, National on 1161 Hollis Street, Avis on 3275 Kempt Road, Hertz on 1919 Upper Water Street, Discount Car & Truck on 2790 Street, Alamo on 1161 Hollis Street, Hertz on 1099 Marginal Road 104, Enterprise on 1161 Hollis Street, Avis on 1717 Grafton Street, Enterprise on 2000 Barrington Street, Budget Car & Truck Rental on 1554 Hollis Street Metropark, ACE on 6031 Livingstone Street, Enterprise on 597 Portland Street Dartmouth, Thrifty on 1181 Hollis Street, etc.
Do I need a credit card for car rental in Halifax?
You can make a booking without a credit card with autoprio.com. Note that, even if you choose to pay by debit card, you will have to provide a valid credit card in the driver’s name at the time of pick-up in Halifax, since the rental agent requires a credit card from which to take the rental deposit. Credit cards accepted for pick-up are MasterCard, Visa, and in some cases American Express.
How can I find car rental near me in Halifax?
Do a search for Halifax. Then take a look at our map of hire car companies to find the best rental cars near you in Halifax from companies such as Enterprise on 3387 Kempt Road, Thrifty on 1181 Hollis Street, Avis on 3275 Kempt Road, Enterprise on 2000 Barrington Street, Budget Car & Truck Rental on 1554 Hollis Street Metropark, Alamo on 1161 Hollis Street, Enterprise on 1161 Hollis Street, National on 1161 Hollis Street and others.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Halifax?
Renting a normal-sized car in Halifax costs from about CAD 63 per day, depending on the season and supply. A smaller car costs from about CAD 28 per day. Larger cars, luxury cars, vans and moving cars cost more. Sometimes you can find the cheapest hire cars depending on the season. In the majority of cases the rental price includes breakdown assistance, airport fee, tax, third party liability protection, unlimited mileage and collision damage waiver. Please note that the costs included may vary depending on the car rental company and destination country. The car rental company may also choose to ask you for a deposit or excess at the rental desk. Make sure to check the rental conditions at the time of booking. The price for the rental car shown is per day and is based on a all inclusive weekly rental for 7 days.
How much does it cost to rent a car for a week in Halifax?
On average, a normal-sized rental car in Halifax costs approx. CAD 441 per week (CAD 63 per day). A smaller car costs from about CAD 196 per week. The offer can be changed or removed at short notice by the various rental companies. The price for the rental car shown is based on a all inclusive weekly rental for 7 days.
How much does it cost to rent a car long term for a month in Halifax?
On average, a normal-sized rental car in Halifax costs approx. CAD 1764 per month (CAD 63 per day). A smaller car costs from about CAD 784 per month. How much it costs to rent a car depends on the time of year, range of cars, country and what type of car you plan to rent. Do a search with Autoprio.com and easily find all current prices for hire cars right now.
What types of car can I rent in Halifax?
The supply of rental cars varies during the season but you can usually rent car types such as small-medium truck-lorry, luxury elite, suv, 7 seater minivan, large truck-lorry, exotic cars, jeep, estate, fullsize elite, compact elite, mini cars, intermediate, special cars, hybrid cars, intermediate elite, minibus, 9 seater minivan, convertible, electric cars, compact cars, premium cars, medium suv, economy cars, cargo van, luxury cars, moped, 5 seater minivan, small suv, standard cars, mini elite, fullsize cars, minivan, economy elite in Halifax with autoprio.com.
What is the cheapest car rental company in Halifax and Canada?
In the past 14 days, the cheapest rental cars in Canada on Autoprio.com were found at Green Motion, Discount, Dollar, Payless, Mex, Enterprise, Alamo and Peel. It is usually cheaper to hire a car in Halifax than at the airport. However, it often pays off to compare the price between the airport and nearby cities before booking. In Halifax you can find a rental car for CAD 28 - 63 per day depending on the size of the car and the season.
What is the best rental car company in Halifax and Canada?
Based on ratings and reviews on autoprio.com, the best car rental companies in Canada are Budget, Avis, National, Thrifty, Europcar, Alamo, Enterprise and Hertz. The largest companies have offices in the city and at the airport.
Where can I park a car in Halifax?
Long-term parking and short-term parking in parking lots and in parking garages in Halifax are e.g. Accessible Parkig One Spot, Accessible Parking Three Spots, Accessible Parking Two Spots, The Park Lane Parkade, Accessible Parking One Spot, Accessible Parking One Site, Accessible Parking One Vehicle, 24 Hr Pay & Display Parking, Accessible Parking Four Spots, Acceessible Parking One Spot etc.
Where are there gas and service stations in or near Halifax?
Nearby gas and service stations and petrol stations in or near Halifax are e.g. Ultramar, Treaty Gas on Caldwell Road 600, Irving on Prospect Road 599, Ultramar on Lacewood Drive 278, Wilsons Gas Stop on Farnham Gate Road 30, Irving on Kearney Lake Road 122, Canadian Tire Gas Bar, Irving on Herring Cove Road 173, Superstore at The Pumps, Irving on Bedford Highway, Petro Canada, Ultramar on Main Street 575, Esso (Irving) on Highway 7 646, Irving on Fairfax Drive 15, Circle K, Shell, Wilsons Gas Stop on Herring Cove Road 289, Irving, Shell on Wilkinson Avenue 975, Esso on Young Street 6020, Petro Canada on Herring Cove Road 231, Wilsons (Wilsons Gas Stops), Irving on Victoria Road 220, Petro Canada on Main Street 105 etc.
How much does it cost to rent a minivan or cargo van in Halifax?
How much it costs to rent a moving truck, van or smaller truck in Halifax depends on the time of year and the range of models etc. In Halifax you can find a smaller truck or van from about CAD 126 / day, medium truck from about CAD 164 / day and up, large van from about CAD 189 / day.
How much does it cost to rent a minibus in Halifax?
How much it costs to rent a 9-seater minibus in Halifax depends on the time of year and the supply of buses etc. In Halifax you can find a 9-seater minibus from about CAD 107 / day. Do a search with Autoprio.com and easily see all current prices for minibuses right now. The price for the minibus shown is per day and is based on a weekly rental for 7 days. The offer can be changed or removed at short notice by the various rental companies.
Are there extra charges for drop-off at a different location other than Halifax?
Yes, in most cases the car rental company will charge an extra fee if you wish to return the vehicle at a different location like airports such as Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier Airport, Montréal-Trudeau Airport, Winnipeg Airport, Edmonton Airport, Calgary Airport, Québec City Jean Lesage Airport, Vancouver Airport and Toronto Pearson Airport, instead of Halifax. Autoprio.com will clearly state whether the one-way fee is included in the rental price or what additional cost may arise at the time of booking.
Which additional charges could apply in Halifax?
Please note that each car rental agent has its own policy on additional charges which will be clearly stated in the rental conditions at the time of booking at Autoprio.com. Generally, additional charges may be applied for: senior drivers, young drivers, out-of-hours pick-up, out-of-hours drop-off, one-way rentals, winter tyres and border crossing. Any additional charges will need to be paid directly at the rental desk in the local currency in Halifax.
Which optional extras are available in Halifax?
The availability of optional extras depends on the car rental agent in Halifax and even if they are booked online they are not guaranteed. The following extras can be booked on Autoprio.com: Child toddler seat, Roof Rack, GPS – Satellite Navigational System, Booster seat, Snow Tyres, Additional driver, Electronic toll pass, Luggage racks, Ski Rack, Infant child seat, Wi-Fi Access and Snow Chain Set. Please note that most of the optional extras are not included in the rental price and can be purchased at the time of booking or at the rental desk in Halifax. The cost of the optional extras are displayed at time of booking in the Rental Conditions.
Find the best prices for rental cars online. Comparing prices online can be very profitable, many smaller companies can otherwise only be booked on site. Comparison of rental cars and car hires from several businesses in the city of Halifax, Canada.
When you are looking for rental cars we compare these companies Enterprise on 3387 Kempt Road, Thrifty on 1181 Hollis Street, Avis on 1717 Grafton Street, Enterprise on 2000 Barrington Street, Hertz on 1099 Marginal Road 104, Budget Car & Truck Rental on 3275 Kempt Road, ACE on 2790 Street, Discount Car & Truck on 2790 Street, Budget Car & Truck Rental on 1554 Hollis Street Metropark, Hertz on 1919 Upper Water Street, Enterprise on 597 Portland Street Dartmouth, Avis on 3275 Kempt Road, Alamo on 1161 Hollis Street, Dollar on 1181 Hollis Street, ACE on 6031 Livingstone Street, National on 1161 Hollis Street, Enterprise on 1161 Hollis Street. Easy and safe online booking for rental cars. Search for a city, airport etc. and choose a pick up location. The search will look for all types of models. Rental cars are available at Halifax’s travel centre, train stations and airports like Halifax South End Heliport 2 km (1 mi), Canadian Forces Base Shearwater 6 km (4 mi) and Halifax Stanfield International Airport 27 km (17 mi), YHZ and ferry terminals and ports (Halifax Harbour, Woodside Ferry Terminal, Halifax Ferry Terminal, Alderney Ferry Terminal, Dartmouth Marina, Kings Wharf, Armdale Yacht Club, Bishops Landing Marina). Car rental where every cost is included, no hidden fees and free cancellations/amendments up to 24-48 hours before you pick up the car.
Facts about Halifax
Halifax is located in the municipality Nova Scotia, Nova Scotia province, Canada and is a city. It is the county seat in the region. It is the 1th largest town/city when it comes to inhabitants in the region and the 16th largest city/district in Canada. Other larger cities/communities nearby are Dartmouth (c. 101,300 pop), Lower Sackville (c. 21,400 pop), Cole Harbor (c. 20,000 pop) and Fall River (c. 11,500 pop). Small villages, communities and suburbs nearby are Fall River, Chester, Halifax, Woodside, Southdale, Dartmouth and Boulderwood. Are you planning to stay for a long period and spend your vacation here? Then there are many things to do and experience. The city had c. 359,100 inhabitants at the end of 2018. The community/city is located about 23 MASL (75 ft). Nearby bus stops and bus stations are 8435 Water Street Terminal, Dartmouth Bridge Terminal, Alderney Gate Terminal, Cobequid Terminal, Lacewood Terminal, Maritime Bus Dartmouth Terminal. We also give tips on which companies offer rental cars in Nova Scotia.
Activities, Attractions and Sights
A few suggestions on events, attractions, museums, activities, experiences, places and destinations in Halifax which are worth a visit during your vacation in the city. Shopping at a mall? Maybe at Maritime Centre, Mic Mac Mall, Dartmouth Gate, Halifax Shopping Center (Mumford Mall), Woodlawn Shopping Plaza, Spring Garden Place, Bentley, Historic Properties, Dartmouth Shopping Center and Park Lane Mall! Want to watch a game or sports, maybe go to a concert? Close to the city are Scotiabank Center. Maybe see a local game of football? Interesting cathedrals or churches that are close by are St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church (historical).
Compare car hire and cheap van rental in airports nearby
Compare car hire and cheap van rental in airports nearby: Cheapest Rental Cars Halifax Stanfield Airport, Rental Cars CFB Greenwood Airport and Rent a Car CFB Shearwater. Comparison of rental car prices and car hire from several businesses in Halifax.
Car rental companies in Halifax, Canada
Budget, Green Motion, Payless, Peel, Avis, Hertz, Enterprise, Europcar, Mex, National, Discount, Thrifty, Dollar and Alamo are the companies we compare in the city and in the region to find the best price. You can usually find the largest selection at airports such as Halifax Stanfield Airport, CFB Shearwater and Halifax South End Heliport. The large companies usually have offices adjacent to the airport.
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