By arranging a car hire in Aldershot, you’re not only giving yourself the freedom to experience this world-famous military town but it’s surrounding areas too. Regarded as the "home of the British Army", Aldershot is a great place to visit for fans of history, with the Aldershot Military Museum and the Museum of Military Medicine just a 2.5-mile drive away from each other. There’s also a variety of parks and lakes in the area that make for wonderful walks with the family, like Farnham Park and Hawley Lake. The centre of London is accessible in only 1h 10min, making Aldershot an ideal place to stay on business, or you can be at the Brighton coast in 1h 30min.
The closest airport to Aldershot is London Heathrow, which is situated roughly 25 miles away. Here, you’ll find a wide selection of top car hire companies throughout terminals 2-5 - including Hertz, Europcar, Avis and Sixt - that will have you behind the wheel of your Aldershot car hire in no time. Once you’ve exited the airport, take the M3 via the M25 towards Aldershot. You’ll be in the centre of town in around 35min.
Like any town, the roads in Aldershot can be clogged up during busy periods such as rush hour and Saturday mornings and there are many junctions that can cause a build-up of traffic at unexpected times of the day. A one-way system runs through the town centre, so you may find adding a sat-nav to your car hire in Aldershot helpful if you’re not familiar with the area. Residential streets can be narrow and lined with parked cars on either side, so you should pay extra attention and watch out for pedestrians crossing the road.
The roads in and around Aldershot can be affected by traffic coming to and from the M25 during rush hour. Generally, the periods between 07:00-09:00 and 16:00-18:00 are most affected. Other main roads to try and avoid at these times are the A3 passing through Guildford and the M3, which are particularly prone to delays caused by accidents. Aldershot is liable to heavy amounts of rain and sometimes snow in the winter. In these conditions, remember to adjust your speed accordingly and maintain a safe distance between you and the driver in front.
Book your rental car in Aldershot at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
Compact rental cars in Aldershot are around 12% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about renting a car in Aldershot
Yes, automatic cars are available in most car renting companies in Aldershot. As cars with manual transmission are more common in many countries, you might have to pay an additional charge for renting an automatic car.
The average gas price in Aldershot is $8.47 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between $102 and $135, depending on the car size.
Compact (Ford Focus or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Aldershot.
A Compact car rental in Aldershot costs $47 per day, on average.
A Economy car rental in Aldershot costs $31 per day, on average.
A Intermediate car rental in Aldershot costs $81 per day, on average.
In Aldershot, cars are most frequently rented at Enterprise Caesars Camp Garage (1 miles from city center).
Most car rental providers in Aldershot offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car rental in Aldershot, check out KAYAK's car rental insurance guide.
If you’re driving on dual carriageways and motorways on a regular basis, a saloon makes an ideal hire car for comfort and a little extra power on the road. Otherwise, if you’re staying in the Aldershot area, a compact economy vehicle will suit the town and surrounding country roads perfectly.
The speed limit in the centre of Aldershot tends to fluctuate between 30-40mph. On outer roads, such as the A3 and A331, the national limit of 70mph applies. Always be aware of cameras, average speed checks and mobile speed traps as they are common on these kinds of roads.
A parking spot is not usually hard to come by in Aldershot. On-street parking charges average at around £0.60 per hour. They can, however, be tricky to get into, so if you’re not so confident with your parallel park, you may prefer a larger parking lot. The Birchett Road car park is a great place to park up right off the high street. It’s around £1 for up to 2h and only around £0.60 all day on Sundays.
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