Car & Van Hire in Colchester

Car Hire FAQs

The essential items you will need to bring to an Enterprise Rent-A-Car branch when hiring a vehicle are:

  • a valid drivers licence
  • valid ID
  • a credit or debit card.

You will also need to prove you are over 25 years of age, and there may be additional documentation required for international drivers.

We accept all major debit cards except for Maestro, Electron, Solo and pre-paid cards. To hire our 4x4s and premium vehicles, we require a credit card. All cards MUST have the main driver's name on it.

Our prices may vary because car hire prices are based on various factors such as, vehicle size, seasonality, length of rental, vehicle make, availability and location. Customers are advised to start the booking process to determine the exact price.

You can modify or cancel your reservation via our website or mobile app. If you prepaid your booking and you cancel 3 days or more before your specified pick up time you will receive a full refund of the total amount. To extend your car rental, you can click “Call to Extend Your Rental” in our mobile app. You can also call your rental branch or 0800 800 227 to extend your reservation. 

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Location Details for Colchester

Location Details

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Renting a Car at Colchester

Local Car and Van Hire in Colchester

Boasting a population of just over 120,000 residents, Colchester is a city known for its eclectic history and its unique culture. In fact, many believe it to be the oldest city in the United Kingdom. Whether arriving here to visit the shops along High Street, to experience the grandeur of Colchester Castle or to enjoy a game of football at nearby Colchester Community Stadium, there is indeed something here for everyone. Renting a quality car is one of the best ways to experience all that this city has to offer. Located on Hawkins Road, this Enterprise branch is close to main thoroughfares such as the A134 and St. Andrew's Avenue. It can also be reached by one of the many omnibus services that are offered as public transportation. Another massive benefit is that this branch is found only moments away from Hythe train station. Those who are concerned about rush hour traffic are advised to travel here early in the morning or after seven in the evening.

Cheap Car and Van Rental in Colchester

Enterprise Rent-A-Car offers clients a variety of options when renting cars or vans. Not only are the choices quite flexible, but there are numerous ways for customers to save even more money while streamlining the overall travel experiences. For example, booking a car online will provide substantial discounts, while making a reservation well in advance of a departure date ensures that significant discounts will always be available.

Colchester Van Hire

All of the vans offered by Enterprise have been vetted to the highest of standards, so safety and reliability are never called into question. However, supplying clients with flexible choices is another important aspect of this service. Enterprise currently offers sizes ranging from small and medium to large, extra-large and Luton variants. Please keep in mind that all of these vans can be rented for business as well as for personal use. Learn more about Enterprise van hire.

A Wide Range of Vehicles to Hire

Enterprise offers a wide range of vehicles to choose from and each of these is naturally based on the needs of the client in question. For example, four-door sedans are ideally suited for a family or a group of friends. An SUV is often better equipped for business requirements, while people carriers are capable of transporting as many as nine passengers and up to nine pieces of luggage. If you are unsure about what best suits your needs, get in touch, and Enterprise will be happy to help.

Driving Information in Colchester

Colchester is serviced by the Great Eastern Main Line and this can be reached via the Colchester North railway station. The city itself is linked to London by the A12 motorway and the primary bus terminal is located on Osborne Street.