Barrie car hire

Car hire companies onsite at Pearson Intl airport include City Car & Truck Rental and Thrifty.

The only car hire company that offers shuttle or pick-up services from Pearson Intl airport to off-airport locations is Thrifty.

Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.

An Intermediate car hire in Barrie costs R1 381 per day, on average.

A Compact car hire in Barrie costs R712 per day, on average.

A Standard car hire in Barrie costs R1 047 per day, on average.

When considering your choices for car hire in Barrie, it will depend on your itinerary as the area holds quite a diverse terrain. The city is based in a valley with steep hills and has fantastic countryside worth exploring with an SUV. A high-performance sports car is always a thrill in the summer months when taking in coastal views and beach roads, but for the average driver, Barrie is easy and hassle-free for driving, making a compact economy or saloon a great choice for getting around locally.

Take speed limits in Barrie seriously, as speeding can result in licence suspensions and fines. Canada observes the speed limit in kilometres. Stick to 50 km (31 mph) in an urban area or city centre, 80 km (50 mph) when on two-lane main roads and 100 km (62 mph) when out on the highways. Be observant when driving along beach roads or areas where pedestrians could step out into the traffic, and reduce speeds if necessary.

When it comes to parking your car hire in Barrie, you will need to take the time of year into consideration. Winter months don’t allow on-street parking between midnight and 7:00 due to cars freezing in the streets. In summer, you will be allowed to park your car on the street but this will be limited to 2 hours. If visiting the waterfront area, you can park for a flat fee of $10 (around £6) an hour. Downtown, it is often easier to find a car park such as the Collier Street Parkade, which charges $1.50 (around £0.9) per hour or the 24-hour operational Barrie Federal Building.