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KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Carcassonne
- Enjoy the freedom and hassle-free convenience of travelling around Carcassonne and the wider Occitanie region anytime you like. Only with a car hire in Carcassonne can you and your travel companions enjoy the sort of mobility and comfort that is limited by other modes of public transport. A good number of primary roads offer opportunities to discover distant places such as the town of Béziers 56 miles east via A61/A9 or the prefecture of Perpignan about 71 miles south via A61/A9.
- Carcassonne Airport (CCF) is the closest airport to the city centre and therefore an ideal spot to pick up a car hire in Carcassonne after your flight arrives. Options at this airport include local companies like Citer or international ones like Hertz and Europcar. The Car Hire Centre is located in the main terminal building, so there’s no need for shuttle transfer. Upon exiting at the International Arrivals Hall, follow the posted directions or simply request assistance at the nearest Information Desk.
- Carcassonne has an excellent network of primary and secondary roads in and around it, which makes it quite vulnerable to morning and evening rush hour traffic. A key location is the ring road around the Bastide St. Louis created by the N113, D119 and Boulevard de Varsovie. It encloses a tight patchwork of streets, which often see high levels of pedestrian and cycle traffic as well. Due to the prohibition on vehicles within the gates of the Old Town, you can expect very high volumes of vehicular activity on surrounding streets like D104, Rue Gustave Nadaud and Chemin des Ourtets.
- Peak rush hour period during the weekdays outbound and inbound to Carcassonne city centre are 07:00-09:00, 13:00-15:00 and again from 18:00-20:30. Expect delays on the N113, D118 and D119 during these times, and traffic jams are frequent at the D6161 circular west of the Old Town and where Boulevard Henry Bouffett crosses the D6161. During the summer months from June to September, an influx of tourists will exacerbate traffic patterns causing increased gridlock on inner-city Street and primary roads.
- Book your rental car in Carcassonne at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Compact rental cars in Carcassonne are around 17% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about renting a car in Carcassonne
What type of car is recommended for driving in Carcassonne?
With medieval cities like Carcassonne, small compacts and economy cars are best for handling the narrow interior streets and are more fuel efficient if you are likely to spend long hours behind the wheel. Larger passenger cars like SUVs and luxury models have more storage capacity and are usually more comfortable than their smaller siblings.
What’s the speed limit in Carcassonne?
The legal speed limit within the city of Carcassonne is 31mph on urban streets, except where restrictions apply. The speed limit on rural roads travelling through less populated areas is 55mph and the maximum speed for motorists along major roads like the N113 is 80mph. CCTV and traffic cams are not as widely used in France as the UK, but they do exist, so always pay attention to speed signs and slowdown near junctions to avoid accidents or fines.
Where are the best places to park in Carcassonne?
There are three public surface car parksjust outside the Old Town: City Parking P0 and P1 at Porte Narbonnaise and City Parking P2 at Port D’Aude. Hours of operation at both are 08:00-20:00 and free between 20:00-08:00 with a tariff of around €1 (£0.90) for 2h 15min where the first 30min is free. From July-September, there is a free daily shuttle from each car park to the gates of the city. There is also free parking space near Bellevue Wharf, College Bastion and the corner of Boulevard Barbes and Boulevard Marcou.
How much is gas price in Carcassonne?
The average gas price in Carcassonne is ₱412.18 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between ₱4,946 and ₱6,595, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular rental car in Carcassonne?
Compact (Volkswagen Golf or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Carcassonne.
How can I find car rentals near me in Carcassonne?
Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.
How much does a Compact car rental cost in Carcassonne?
A Compact car rental in Carcassonne costs ₱3,613 per day, on average.
How much does an Economy car rental cost in Carcassonne?
An Economy car rental in Carcassonne costs ₱3,819 per day, on average.
How much does a Mini car rental cost in Carcassonne?
A Mini car rental in Carcassonne costs ₱2,218 per day, on average.
Carcassonne car rental reviews and directory All ratings and reviews are collected from KAYAK users with a verified car rental booking. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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Carcassonne Ap
+33 4 68 71 00 55
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10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Aug 2023
Compact
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Carcassonne airport
04 68 72 23 69
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Ian, Oct 2023
Economy
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Anonymous, Oct 2023
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58 avenue Franklin Roosevelt
+33 4 68 11 74 10
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10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Sep 2024
Compact SUV
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337 Rue Jacques De Vaucanson
+33 4 68 25 05 84
Aeroport De Salvaza
+33 4 68 25 92 88
Aeroport Salvaza
+33 4 68 25 05 84
Gare Sncf
+33 4 68 25 05 84
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Anonymous, Mar 2023
Mini
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Keith, Apr 2022
Europcar
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Apt De Carcassonne En Pays Cathare
+33 4 68 72 23 69
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Anonymous, Jul 2023
Compact
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Siobhan, May 2023
Mini
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Anonymous, Oct 2021
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650 Bld Henri Bouffet
+33 4 68 72 97 15
Carcassonne Ap
+33 4 68 71 00 55
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Anonymous, Jul 2024
Compact
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+33 4 68 71 00 55
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335 Rue Jacques de Vaucanson
+33 1 70 97 61 11
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2000 Bd François-Xavier Fafeur
+33 9 71 09 10 69
445 Rue Gustave Eiffel
+33 4 68 10 38 00
49, Boulevard Barbes
+33 1 76 35 06 40
580 Rue Gustave Eiffel
+33 4 68 78 00 11
Rocade Ouest Bp 1089
+33 6 45 85 99 92
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Rue Claude Chappe - ZA St Jean de l'Arnouze
+33 4 68 11 71 92
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Apt De Carcassonne En Pays Cathare
+86 10 6064 1387
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Carcassonne car rental information
| Pick-up location | Carcassonne |
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| Rental locations | 31 |
| Airport locations | 20 |