Rules for Driving in Norfolk

Stay safe in your Norfolk car hire with our guide to the rules for driving in Norfolk.

 
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Stay safe and on the right side of the law in Norfolk with our useful guide to the “dos and don’ts” of Norfolk car hire.

Driving in Norfolk is exactly the same as in Britain; be careful in Norfolk, and obey the law.

The biggest difference between driving in Norfolk and in Britain is the fact that people in Norfolk drive on the "wrong" side of the road. In Norfolk, for the first couple of miles of Norfolk car hire this can feel strange, so stick to quiet Norfolk roads until you're used to it.

Most people arrange automatic car hire in Norfolk, as not using the gears makes driving easier in Norfolk.

Speed Limits in Norfolk

On Interstate roads around Norfolk, speed limits are between 55 and 75 mph. In Norfolk itself, speed limits are around 45mph. Speed limits in Norfolk are posted along the side of all roads. In Norfolk if you break the speed limit, the Norfolk police can fine you on the spot.

Drink Driving in Norfolk

Drink driving is a serious offence in Norfolk, and conviction results in a fine and prison. In Norfolk, you can have some alcohol before driving in Norfolk, but you shouldn't drink before driving. If you crash in Norfolk whilst under the influence, your insurance won't be valid.

General hints for driving your hire car in Norfolk

  • In Norfolk, drive on the right, and overtake on the left. In Norfolk, "undertaking" is a traffic offence, and is punished with a fine.
  • If in Norfolk you see a school bus stop in Norfolk to pick up or drop off, wait for it to continue before passing.
  • In Norfolk you must always wear a seat belt while driving in Norfolk.
  • When approaching a junction on an Interstate near Norfolk, don't slow down until you have entered the "deceleration lane".
  • In Norfolk if you approach a set of traffic lights on red in Norfolk, you can turn right if the traffic is clear.
  • Speed limits and distances on signs in Norfolk are in miles, and petrol is sold in gallons at all Norfolk fuel stations.
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