United Kingdom car rentals

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Cheap car rentals in the United Kingdom

Economy$15/day
Compact$15/day
Intermediate$23/day
Standard$24/day
Minivan$34/day
Full-size SUV$54/day
Mini$13/day
Premium$43/day
Passenger van$30/day
Luxury$56/day
Compact station wagon$17/day
Compact SUV$19/day
Intermediate SUV$27/day
Standard SUV$32/day
Commercial$40/day
Best rates found by KAYAK users in the past 48 hours.

Top tips for renting a car in the United Kingdom

  • Seat belts are to be worn by all vehicle occupants in the UK, and kids between 3 and 12 must use the appropriate child safety seat. All kids must sit in the back, and those under 3 must be secured in a safety seat.
  • As you get further from the larger cities, the roads get narrower in the United Kingdom. Rural coastal roads and some in-land roads can get very tight, with stone fences on either side. Be careful when driving on these roads because of the tight turns and oncoming traffic.
  • You can take United Kingdom rental cars across the border. Drivers can get off the mainland UK and drive within the Republic of Ireland and mainland Europe. All you need is to purchase extra insurance and inform your provider of your travel plans no less than 72 hours before.
  • If you’ll be driving through central London, note that there’s a congestion charge for anyone who drives or parks their car in this area on weekdays. The toll is applied from Monday to Friday between 7 am and 6 pm.
  • 25% of our users found rental cars in United Kingdom for $31 or less
  • Book your rental car in United Kingdom at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Off-airport rental car locations in United Kingdom are around 154% more expensive than airport locations on average
  • Compact rental cars in United Kingdom are around 32% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about renting a car in the United Kingdom

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in the United Kingdom?

    On average a rental car in the United Kingdom costs $36 per day.

  • What is the most popular rental car in the United Kingdom?

    Compact (MG ZS or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in the United Kingdom.

  • What is the cheapest car rental company in the United Kingdom?

    In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at GREEN MOTION ($13/day), DRIVALIA ($16/day) and Europcar ($21/day).

  • How can I find car rentals near me in the United Kingdom?

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

  • Where should I rent a car in the United Kingdom?

    Based on car searches on KAYAK, the most popular cities to rent a car in the United Kingdom are Manchester (70% of total searches of users looking to rent a car in the United Kingdom), Oxford (10%) and Bath (9%).

  • How much does it cost to rent a car for a week in the United Kingdom?

    On average a rental car in the United Kingdom costs $290 per week ($41 per day).

  • How much does it cost to rent a car long term for a month in the United Kingdom?

    On average a rental car in the United Kingdom costs $1,245 per month ($41 per day).

  • What is driving like in the United Kingdom?

    Before you get on the road in United Kingdom car rentals, here are some rules you should know. In the United Kingdom, you drive on the left and give priority to vehicles approaching from the right, and the same applies to roundabouts, which you will enter clockwise. Do not get behind the wheel while intoxicated; having a BAC higher than 0.08% is a criminal offense. You must yield to pedestrians, even when crossing in undesignated areas. Always yield to emergency vehicles with flashing lights and school buses with an extended stop sign. Using a mobile phone while driving is prohibited, and fog lights must be used when visibility drops below 330 feet.

  • How old do you have to be to rent a car in the United Kingdom?

    You must be at least 20 to rent a car in the United Kingdom. Most car rental providers will have a daily surcharge for drivers younger than 25. These younger drivers will also not access some of the upper vehicle classes, including SUVs, luxury vehicles, and vans. Some car rental providers will require you to have held a license for at least 12 months before you are allowed to get a rental vehicle. You will also need a valid driver’s license and a credit card in your name to qualify for a rental car in the United Kingdom.

  • How are gas prices in the United Kingdom?

    The United Kingdom is one of the most developed nations in the world, and you won't have trouble accessing gas in the UK. They have numerous gas stations or petrol stations as they are called in the UK. You will be spoilt for choice in most cities, but as your drive further out, especially in the countryside, the number of petrol stations reduce. All petrol stations accept credit card payment, and the price of gas/petrol per liter is around 1.6 GBP (2 USD) and 6 GBP (7 USD) per gallon.

  • What are the speed limits in the United Kingdom?

    Road signs in the United Kingdom are in the Imperial system, and it is important to note that 1 mile equals 1.6 kilometers. Most roads will have the speed limits posted, but for those that might not be so clear, stick to 50 km/h (30 mph) in built-up areas. You can go up to 100 km/h (60 mph) on undivided highways and as fast as 110 km/h (70 mph) on divided highways. When driving around a school zone or areas flocked by pedestrians, like the tube stations, stick to 30 km/h (20 mph). On the winding country roads, stick to 80 km/h (50 mph).

Car rental directory

  • enterprise

    Enterprise Rent-A-Car car rental locations in the United Kingdom

    470 Locations

  • free2move

    Free2Move car rental locations in the United Kingdom

    363 Locations

  • keddy

    keddy by Europcar car rental locations in the United Kingdom

    336 Locations

  • sunnycars

    Sunnycars car rental locations in the United Kingdom

    264 Locations

  • europcar

    Europcar car rental locations in the United Kingdom

    244 Locations

  • firefly

    Firefly car rental locations in the United Kingdom

    197 Locations

  • hertz

    Hertz car rental locations in the United Kingdom

    166 Locations

  • budget

    Budget car rental locations in the United Kingdom

    120 Locations

  • flizzr

    FLIZZR car rental locations in the United Kingdom

    120 Locations

  • thrifty

    Thrifty car rental locations in the United Kingdom

    106 Locations

  • sixtrentacar

    Sixt car rental locations in the United Kingdom

    102 Locations

  • avis

    Avis car rental locations in the United Kingdom

    101 Locations

Good to know

Most popular agency

Europcar

Most popular car type

Compact

Average price

$41/day

Good deal

$31/day

When to book a rental car in the United Kingdom

Average daily price per month
Rental car prices as pick-up date approaches

The rates displayed include all taxes and fees for car rentals for the class listed and were found by KAYAK users in the last 48 hours. Offers are subject to change and may not be available on all car rentals listed or dates of travel. Some car rental providers charge additional fees for other services (GPS, infant car seats, etc.). Please check the car rental providers' sites.