Using the Ferry Hints and Advice

If you intend using your hire van or mini bus in Europe, you'll first need to get permission from your van hire company. Some van hire companies don't allow travel outside the UK. You'll also be required to pay extra for European insurance and breakdown cover.

It's a good idea to make a note of shipping dimensions (in metres) of the vehicle you've hired – height, length and width – as this is required by most ferry companies.

In deciding which ferry company to use, calculate the total cost of the trip and the time it will take you to reach your destination. Remember to include the cost of toll roads. Many of Europe's motorways have toll charges and in France these are fairly expensive.

Estimate fuel costs and the number of days your journey will take and remember to include the cost of overnight accommodation for you and your passengers.

If you need help, you can always Google for a European Route Planner.

There are many ferry companies to choose from, so it's advisable to get quotes for each of the possible ferry crossings. If you'd like to search online, try www.ferrysavers.com

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Van Hire Terms & Conditions

All drivers must be aged over 25 (can be reduced to 22 for an additional charge of £10.00 per day) and under 75 years of age. For minibus hire the minimum age is 30.
You must have held a full driving licence for a minimum period of 2 years.
Van hire prices are based on driver having a clean driving licence. Surcharges would apply apply for endorsements - please ask for details prior to hiring. A surcharge of £10.00 per day would apply for use in excess of 50 miles. In the event of an accident you would be responsible for the insurance excess of £1000. This can be waived to £200 for an additional £12.50 per day. Please note this would not cover punctures and blowouts to tyres or windscreen damage.
Rental prices shown are for UK use only.
Please phone the van rental office for details of European Van Hire Prices

Admiral Van Hire are handy for the following locations
Birmingham, Sutton Coldfield, Aldridge, Cannock, Brownhills Bloxwich, Willenhall, West Bromwich, Streetly, Kinsgtanding, Great Barr, Wednesbury,Wolverhampton, Darlaston, Dudley, Walsall Wood, Cheslyn Hay, Great Wyrley, Tipton, Wednesfield, Bilston, Oldbury, Rushall, Codsall, Tettenhall, Penn, Sedgely, Wombourne, Albrighton, Stourbridge, Telford, Coseley, Lichfield, Stonnall, Shenstone, Little Aston, Norton Canes, Chasetown, Burntwood, Heath Hayes, Four Oaks, Hednesford, Hammerwich, Shareshill, Brewood, Coven, Featherstone, Hilton Park, Penkridge, Rugeley, New Oscott, Streetly, Erdington, Birmingham