Europe is closer than many first-time hirers think, and taking a hire van there is more straightforward than expected. Still, it needs more planning than a local job. If you are arranging van hire in Warrington for a trip across the Channel, the paperwork and practicalities matter more than the driving. So, sort them before you leave our Tilley Street depot.
Planning a Continental Trip
Our depot sits near the M6 and M56, which puts the Channel ports within a day’s drive. As a result, you can load up and head south without fighting town traffic. Our guide to driving a hire van on the motorway covers the first leg.
Tell Us You Are Going to Europe
Let us know when you book that the van will leave the UK. We need to arrange the right documents in advance, not at the counter. Our European cover page explains the details, so confirm them with us by phone.
Choosing a Van for a Long Trip
Over long distances, comfort and size both matter. For most loads, a long wheelbase high roof van strikes the right balance. However, for a flat’s contents or bulky event kit, the extra long wheelbase van takes everything in one go. Every van stays within 3.5 tonnes, so a car licence covers it.
Driving on the Right
Most drivers adapt quickly to the right-hand side. Even so, stay sharp when pulling out of a fuel station onto an empty road. Also, limits are shown in kilometres per hour and vary by country. The official GOV.UK driving abroad guide explains the rules for each country.
Collecting the Van
Bring your photocard licence and DVLA check code. Our note on what to bring when you collect your hire van covers the rest. We open Monday to Saturday from 8am to 4pm, so plan around your ferry or tunnel slot. Meanwhile, your car can stay in our secure parking.
For a trip to Europe, call 01925 396 222 to talk through the right van. Alternatively, use the contact us page.
