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Guildford car rental information

Pick-up locationGuildford
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Rental locations7
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KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Guildford

  • The picturesque town of Guildford is one of the oldest and most historically-preserved areas in the UK. Peppered with cathedrals, castles and heritage buildings that date back to Medieval times, car hire in Guildford is a must in order to take in some of the surrounding sights in comfort and style. Surrounded by lush countryside, take a scenic 15-minute drive to Newlands Corner, the highest vantage point in the area, with views spanning the Surrey Hills and beyond. A 2-hour drive with your Guildford car hire will see your enjoying the ancient Roman Baths of London, or stay closer to home with a leisurely 45-minute drive to award-winning Stoke Park, with arts, crafts, a skate park, a golf course and gorgeous surroundings.
  • With Guildford’s nearest airport being Heathrow (LHR) in London, about 17 miles away, if you are looking for car hire in Guildford, you will find a host of car hire companies conveniently located in the town centre as well as at one of the two train stations. Find car hire companies situated at the Heathrow main rental station. There is a shuttle bus service to the rental desks that leaves regularly from terminals 2, 3 and 4.
  • Guildford enjoys a dense population with plenty of central pedestrian bustle. When driving around the markets and town centre, be sure to look out for pedestrians enjoying the high street and the surrounding area. If you are new to the area, you will benefit from booking sat nav for navigation to assist with congestion on certain routes and find your way around the town with ease.
  • Although not considered a city, but rather a town, Guildford has experienced an economic boom with regards to business and tourism and attracts substantial traffic in the way of commuters every day. The main motorway heading into Guildford would be the A3, and during peak traffic times of approximately 7:00-9:00 in the mornings and 16:00-19:00 in the evenings, traffic may be slightly more congested than expected. Main roads that tend to get backed up are Stoke Road and the A25, both servicing the city centre.
  • 25% of our users found rental cars in Guildford for $39 or less
  • Book your rental car in Guildford at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Mini rental cars in Guildford are around 76% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about renting a car in Guildford

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Guildford?

    If you are planning on staying around Guildford or the surrounding villages during your stay, then an economy or compact car will best suit the winding cobbled roads and residential areas. With streets lined with businesses, restaurants and retailers, parking on the street is often necessary, and a smaller car makes that so much easier. However, if you plan on enjoying the surrounding countryside of Surrey, a 4x4 or saloon car could definitely assist in creating fun-filled memories – particularly if you are in a larger group.

  • What’s the speed limit in Guildford?

    With schools, colleges and thousands of pedestrians walking the Guildford streets every day, residents have called for stricter control on speed limit and the council has moved the speed limit in certain central and residential areas from 30mph to 20mph. On the surrounding motorways the speed limit rises to 70mph. The town of Guildford is strictly covered by traffic camera surveillance from the motorways right into town, so ensure you stick to the speed limit and look for signage in areas that could suddenly change speed limits fast.

  • Where are the best places to park in Guildford?

    Parking in Guildford is, for the most part, rather affordable. There are several car parks that offer hourly or daily rates within walking distance of the town centre, such as Castle Car Park, Leapald Road, Bedford Road Multi-storey and several others. The average hourly rate is about £1. Night owls will be able to find streets in the city centre where parking is free between 20:00 and 8:00. If you fancy leaving your car for a longer period to meander the streets on foot, there are four main ‘park-and-ride’ car parks that offer excellent rates of approximately £2 per day.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Guildford?

    On average a rental car in Guildford costs $40 per day. But prices differ between operators and you can save money through a price comparison of car rental deals from different agencies. The cheapest price for a car rental in Guildford found in the last 2 weeks is $40.

  • Can I rent an automatic car in Guildford?

    Yes, automatic cars are available in most car renting companies in Guildford. As cars with manual transmission are more common in many countries, you might have to pay an additional charge for renting an automatic car.

  • How much is gas price in Guildford?

    The average gas price in Guildford is $6.99 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between $84 and $112, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular rental car in Guildford?

    Mini (Hyundai i10 or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Guildford.

  • Which car rental companies are at Heathrow airport (LHR)?

    Car rental companies onsite at Heathrow airport include GREEN MOTION, Europcar, DRIVALIA, Hertz, SURPRICE CAR RENTAL, Sixt, Budget, Dollar, Avis and Routes Car & Truck Rentals.

  • Which car rental companies are at Gatwick airport (LGW)?

    Car rental companies onsite at Gatwick airport include Europcar, Hertz, Budget, Dollar and Routes Car & Truck Rentals.

  • Which car rental companies are at Stansted airport (STN)?

    Car rental companies onsite at Stansted airport include GREEN MOTION, DRIVALIA, Hertz, Alamo, Budget, National and Routes Car & Truck Rentals.

  • Which car rental companies will pick you up at Heathrow airport (LHR)?

    Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Heathrow airport to off-airport locations include GREEN MOTION, Europcar, Hertz, Alamo, Sixt, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Budget, Dollar, National, and Avis.

  • Which car rental companies will pick you up at Gatwick airport (LGW)?

    Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Gatwick airport to off-airport locations include GREEN MOTION, Europcar, Hertz, Alamo, Sixt, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Budget, Dollar, National, and Avis.

  • Which car rental companies will pick you up at Stansted airport (STN)?

    Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Stansted airport to off-airport locations include GREEN MOTION, Europcar, Hertz, Alamo, Sixt, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Budget, Dollar, National, and Avis.

  • How can I find car rentals near me in Guildford?

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

  • How much does a Mini car rental cost in Guildford?

    A Mini car rental in Guildford costs $11 per day, on average.

  • How much does an Economy car rental cost in Guildford?

    An Economy car rental in Guildford costs $17 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Compact car rental cost in Guildford?

    A Compact car rental in Guildford costs $23 per day, on average.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car for a week in Guildford?

    On average a rental car in Guildford costs $278 per week ($40 per day).

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

    On average a rental car in Guildford costs $1,190 per month ($40 per day).

  • Should I get insurance when renting a car in Guildford?

    Most car rental providers in Guildford offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car rental in Guildford, check out KAYAK's car rental insurance guide.

  • How many car agencies are operating in Guildford?

    KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 7 car rental agencies in Guildford.

  • What do I need to know before booking a car rental in Guildford?

    Finding the right price, understanding the add-ons and staying up to date with policy changes can be a challenge. That’s why KAYAK has produced the ultimate guide to renting a car to help you cut though the jargon and make the right choice for your rental car. Find tips and insights for how to book your rental, what car rental insurance you’ll need, how to deal with a car rental agency and what extra fees to expect (and avoid!).

  • Why should I use KAYAK to rent a car in Guildford?

    KAYAK searches thousands of car rental agencies to provide you with offers from all car rental agencies operating in Guildford so that you can compare car rental rates, reviews and pick-up and drop-off locations to find the best deal for you.

Guildford car rental reviews and directory

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

10.0

Wonderful

1 review
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10.0

Comfort

8.0

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10.0

Value for money

10.0

One location in Guildford

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2 4 Ladymead

+44 1483 533433

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

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10.0 Wonderful

Apr 2023

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A great professional team at Guilford Enterprise. They were polite, friendly and professional without being too over familiar or trying too hard with niceties to get a good review. Young lady who served me was very efficient. Great service and convenient- I will definitely use this branch again.

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Firefly

9.6

Wonderful

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Guildford Railstation Office

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keddy by Europcar

7.6

Good

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Station Road

+44 871 384 9978

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Unit 1E, Cathedral Hill Ind Estate

+44 371 384 3495

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Europcar

7.0

Good

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Unit 1e

+44 371 384 3495

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Hertz

6.9

Okay

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Guildford Train Station

+44 1483 536677

Monday09:00 - 12:00
Tuesday09:00 - 12:00
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Saturday09:00 - 12:00

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Thrifty

5.2

Fair

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Unit 3

+44 1483 427938

Monday08:30 - 17:30
Tuesday08:30 - 17:30
Wednesday08:30 - 17:30
Thursday08:30 - 17:30
Friday08:30 - 17:30
Saturday08:30 - 17:30

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Free2Move

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Guildford Road

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
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Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 17:00
Sunday10:00 - 16:00

Slyfield Industrial Estate

+44 1483 885885

Monday13:00 - 18:0008:00 - 17:00
Tuesday13:00 - 18:0008:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:0013:00 - 18:00
Thursday13:00 - 18:0008:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:0013:00 - 18:00
Saturday08:00 - 17:00

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Sunnycars

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Station Approach

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One traveler who rented a car in Guildford gave the car agency they used an average rating of 7.0

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Most popular agency

DRIVALIA

Most popular car type

Mini

Average price

$40/day

Good deal

$39/day

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