Cheap Car Hire at Asahikawa Station

Ensure that you have a valid driving licence with at least one year of driving experience. If you are a foreign driver travelling to Asahikawa, an international driving permit may be required. Remember, hire rates can be higher for drivers under 25 or over 70

To secure the lowest prices, book your car hire at least 4 weeks in advance. December is typically the cheapest month for car hire from Asahikawa Station.

If sharing driving responsibilities, check the policies regarding additional drivers. Some companies charge fees for each extra driver, while others may include it for free under certain conditions.

Choose car hire suppliers with high ratings, as these often indicate better service, newer cars, and more convenient pickup locations. At Asahikawa Station, we have car hire deals from suppliers. Among them Europcar has a rating of 4.9, JR Hokkaido has a rating of 4.9 and Alamo has a rating of 4.8.

A credit card is often required for deposits for car hire deals at Asahikawa Station. If you only have a debit card, use our website filter to find suitable offers or consider obtaining a credit card. Ensure that the main driver’s card is used to avoid any additional fees.

When hiring a car from Asahikawa Station, choose a car hire deal with a “Full-to-Full” or “Same-to-Same” fuel policy from suppliers like JR Hokkaido, Alamo, FLIZZR,NIPPON, These policies ensure you only pay for the fuel you use, helping you avoid unnecessary costs. While a “Full-to-Empty” policy might seem convenient, it can often be more expensive if you don’t use all the fuel.

Consider downloading offline maps or carrying a backup GPS in case the station's network signal is poor.

When hiring a car, especially if you’re arriving by flight, plan for extra time at pickup to accommodate any potential delays. Most suppliers offer a grace period of 30-60 minutes. Providing your flight number can be helpful, but if you’re running late, be sure to call the supplier to inform them.