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Rental car options at Valenciennes Station

The following car rental companies received the highest ratings in Valenciennes Station. Compare the ratings and prices of these rental companies with a single search.

  • Avis

    8.7 (5940)
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  • Europcar

    8.1 (8061)
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  • Keddy By Europcar

    7.4 (3331)
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Car rental location Valenciennes Station

Valenciennes Station Guide

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Valenciennes Rail Station provides a gateway to the city and the Nord Department of eastern France which abuts the Belgian border. Since Valenciennes was largely destroyed in both WWI and WWII, attractions in town are few. Valenciennes is more of a base for exploring the region with self-drive car hire. Popular excursions are the Lewarde Mining Heritage Centre, the Great War Museum, Somme Valley battle sites and Scarpe-Escaut National Park.

Who to Book With
Europcar’s office is located on the town’s Avenue Foch, which leads off Place de la Gare, and is just a few minutes walk from the station. Other vehicle rental companies with depots in the immediate vicinity are Avis, Hertz and Ucar. Booking online offers drivers a selection of rates from all the suppliers operating at Valenciennes Rail Station.

Best Time to Go
Rain is liable to fall in Valenciennes at any time of the year. Statistical records show that August is the wettest month. From late spring to the end of July is the best time to visit. Temperatures are consistently above 14°C during these months and the sun shines more often. September and the first half of October are also pleasant and car rental rates and hotels are usually cheaper.

Need to Know Essentials
The hire company will need you to produce these items when collecting your car:

- Drivers from the UK and other EU nations need their national licences
- Photo identification (preferably your passport)
- The credit or debit card you used when you made the reservation
- A printout of the reservation details and confirmation number

Our FAQ's page provides more information.

Driving
Drivers unfamiliar with the streets of Valenciennes may encounter some difficulty getting around. Once the streets are behind you, rural routes and motorways are easy. The junction of the A2 and A23 motorways is on the south side of town. The section of the A2 from Cambrai to Combles is a toll road. There are a number of car parks in Valenciennes. Fees for the station car park are €11 (£9.40) a day. Central ones such as Rue du Quesnoy are €1.20 (£1) per hour.

You can find more information in our Guide to driving in France.

Transport

Valenciennes Rail Station is only 300 metres from the town centre. Unless visitors have heavy bags when they arrive, it is an easy stroll. Bus routes cover all the outer districts of town. There is also a tramway and local services from the rail station are another option for getting around. Taxis are readily available and are cheaper than in Paris or London. Daytrips are most comfortable when you have the freedom to stop and start in a self-drive rental.

Trains
SNCF manages Valenciennes Rail Station. The station is the terminus for TGV high-speed trains from Paris Nord which stop at Douai and Arras en route. Regional trains operated by TER Nord-Pas-de-Calais serve destinations including Lens, Jeumont, Cambrai and Lille-Flandres. The latter is 500 metres from Lille-Europe Station, the French hub for Eurostar services from the UK.

Buses and Tramway
The main bus company in Valenciennes is Transbus. The 640km network has more than 30 lines and as well as travelling to all parts of the town also links villages and towns in surrounding rural areas. One-way tickets are available onboard for €1.50 (£1.30). Multi-trip tickets need to be pre-purchased from official outlets. The 11 mile (18km) long tramway is modern and follows a track from the University of Valenciennes, past the train station and terminates at Espace Villars.

Taxis
Taxi-drivers wait at the station for passengers. Several companies also offer telephone reservation services. Two of these are Gourgeot Taxi (telephone +33 67496 3804) and Taxi Fifon (telephone +33 62197 0407). The minimum fare is €1.90 (£1.60) and this increases with distance travelled and waiting time.

Exploring

Valenciennes is at the centre of a triangle formed by Lille, Arras and the frontier with Belgium. The national parks of St Armand les Eaux and Avesnes are pastoral districts within a few miles drive of town. Car hire provides the means of reaching Lewarde, the Somme Valley’s WWI monuments and unique tourism draws in the region.

Recommended Drives

The Great War Museum - Those with even a passing interest in history will enjoy the many thousands of exhibits at the Historial de la Grande Guerre. Posters, helmets, uniforms, photographs, soldiers’ personal effects and newspaper reports allow visitors to relive the conflict that changed the world forever. The museum shop sells peerless souvenirs including tin soldiers, model tanks and period comics.

Lewarde Mining Heritage Centre - Lewarde is 22 miles from Valenciennes and home to the biggest coal-mining heritage centre in Europe. The centre was the Delloye mine until the 1970s. Visitors are able to walk through a preserved washroom and lamproom before descending to a 450-metre complex of galleries and coalfaces where they are able to witness the mine’s heavy machinery in operation.

St Amand les Eaux – This attractive town at the heart of Scarpe-Escaut National Park is a historic spa centre with waters believed to contain therapeutic properties. The Fountain of Bouillon is one of four sources used by town spas. Other town draws are mud-baths, a casino and elegant architecture. The surrounding park has lots of hiking trails which pass through verdant forest.

Practical information

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

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 Carrentals.co.uk 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 Carrentals.co.uk at this location?
  • Avis
  • Europcar
  • Keddy By Europcar
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