What are the driving conditions like in England?

England features some of the best roads in the UK, and there is no better way to enjoy a road travel experience than booking a cheap car rental. However, winter can be disruptive for your travel plans in England. This season is characterized by snow, ice, and frost-covered roads making the surfaces treacherous. To conveniently navigate England’s roads during winter, consider a four-wheel-drive car rental. Ensure the rental car is equipped with winter accessories, including winter tires and an emergency kit. Nevertheless, for travelers visiting England during other seasons, there is are several cheap rental cars to select from. The major highways in England include A1, A30, M1, and M4.

What laws should I be aware of when driving England?

Like any other foreign country, there are some laws that you must be aware of before getting on the road. In England, cars drive on the left-hand side of the road, and you should observe the speed limits on each road. Also, all drivers and passengers must wear their seatbelts while children under 12 must use appropriately sized child seats. Keep in mind that the driver must ensure all passengers have their seat belts buckled up, and noncompliance can result in hefty fines. Moreover, roundabouts are very common in England, and using them is rather straightforward; always yield to oncoming traffic from your right. Distracted driving is prohibited in England, including using a cellphone or a GPS device in your hands. Therefore, you should opt for hands-free kits to make any calls or an inbuilt GPS for navigation. Additionally, drunk driving is prohibited in England, and the BAC limit is 0.08%. Therefore, if you wish to enjoy drinks, consider getting a chauffeur for your car rental to avoid costly penalties. Always remember to check with England's Department of Motor Vehicles for any changes before hitting the road.

What type of documentation do I need to rent a car in England?

While it is legal to drive a car in England from 17, most car rental providers require a minimum age of 25 for car rentals. Nevertheless, younger drivers can also rent a car in England, but they will incur a daily surcharge and additional restrictions. Moreover, You must submit a valid driver's license to rent a car in England. Valid EU driver's licenses are also accepted for renting a car in England. Foreigners outside the EU countries whose driver's licenses are not written in the Roman alphabet require an International Driver's License (IDL). However, the IDL must the presented with a valid driver's license from your home country. Typically, most car rental providers in England accept major credit cards and debit cards for payments.

Is it worthwhile to book a car in England?

Yes, getting a set of wheels is a comfortable and convenient way to tour the various top destination cities in England, including London, Manchester, Birmingham, and Leicester. Moreover, you'll need a rental car to visit the top attractions in the country, such as the Lake district, Stonehenge, Corfe Castle, and Hadrian's Wall. While you can extensively explore England via rail, hiring a car rental saves you from the fixed schedule and routes of trains. Getting a car rental in England offers you the flexibility and leisure to explore the verdant countryside and other remote areas that are off public transportation's beaten path.

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Ford Fiesta

or similar Economy

Up to 2 passengers

$14/day

26 May - 28 May

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Toyota Yaris

or similar Economy

Up to 2 passengers

$18/day

5 May - 14 May

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Chevrolet Spark

or similar Economy

Up to 2 passengers

$20/day

1 May - 5 May

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Hyundai i10

or similar Mini

Up to 2 passengers

$20/day

19 Jul - 22 Jul

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Hyundai Accent

or similar Compact

Up to 4 passengers

$20/day

26 May - 28 May

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Mini Hatch

or similar Compact

Up to 4 passengers

$21/day

1 May - 5 May

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Toyota Yaris

or similar Economy

Up to 2 passengers

$21/day

14 May - 18 May

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Toyota Prius

or similar Intermediate

Up to 5 passengers

$22/day

26 May - 28 May

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Kia Picanto

or similar Economy

Up to 2 passengers

$23/day

24 Jun - 9 Jul

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	Small cars	$25 - $44
	All Car Types	$47 - $82

The average price of a small car rental in England is $35. The cheapest time to rent a small car in England is in February. The price is 31% lower than the rest of the year at just $25 per day. A small car rental is typically 44% less expensive than the average rental car in England. The average price of a vehicle rental in England can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for England small car rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a medium car rental in England is $57. The cheapest time to rent a medium car in England is in February. The price is 39% lower than the rest of the year at just $35 per day. A medium car rental is typically 11% less expensive than the average rental car in England. The average price of a vehicle rental in England can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for England medium car rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a large car rental in England is $106. The cheapest time to rent a large car in England is in January. The price is 27% lower than the rest of the year at just $79 per day. A large car rental is typically 41% more expensive than the average rental car in England. The average price of a vehicle rental in England can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for England large car rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a SUV rental in England is $63. The cheapest time to rent a SUV in England is in February. The price is 36% lower than the rest of the year at just $41 per day. A SUV rental is typically 0% less expensive than the average rental car in England. The average price of a vehicle rental in England can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for England SUV rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a van rental in England is $126. The cheapest time to rent a van in England is in January. The price is 31% lower than the rest of the year at just $88 per day. A van rental is typically 50% more expensive than the average rental car in England. The average price of a vehicle rental in England can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for England van rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a luxury car rental in England is $139. The cheapest time to rent a luxury car in England is in January. The price is 26% lower than the rest of the year at just $104 per day. A luxury car rental is typically 55% more expensive than the average rental car in England. The average price of a vehicle rental in England can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car. Below are the best prices for England luxury car rentals found on momondo in the past week.

The average price of a convertible rental in England is $106. The cheapest time to rent a convertible in England is in August. The price is 37% lower than the rest of the year at just $68 per day. A convertible rental is typically 41% more expensive than the average rental car in England. The average price of a vehicle rental in England can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your rental car.

Ford Fiesta

or similar Economy

Up to 2 passengers

$14/day

26 May - 28 May

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What is the best rental car company in England?

With an average review score of 4.6/10 from 103 reviewers, Easirent is rated the best car rental company in England by our users. Easirent has 32 locations in England including the popular city of London.

What is the most popular type of car to rent in England?

Compact or similar cars are the most popular type of car to rent in England, with 35% of our users choosing this type over other options. Renting Compact cars in England costs, on average, $51/day. Keep in mind that prices may fluctuate based on when you visit, what city you stay in, and what agency you rent from.

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Hertz

6.9

Okay

130 reviews•36 locations

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10.0

Wonderful|Jun 2023

Great

4.0

Mediocre|Dec 2022

Windscreen washer had been filled with water and remained frozen for my entire visit

8.0

Very good|Dec 2022

Didn't have any problems with the hire and the staff were very friendly and accommodating.

10.0

Wonderful|Sep 2022

Like having a known company. Have rented from other companies where I had to go to some little office well off site. Hertz rental location was easy to find, clean and well staffed. I knew that I could return the car after office hours and find someone there to return the car to. Their choice of car options was also important. Finally they offered a generous mileage allowance - 700 miles for 7 days.

10.0

Wonderful|Aug 2022

Lovely experience from pick up to drop off

4.0

Mediocre|Aug 2022

Did not realise that booking through Kayak meant no insurance whatsoever. This doubled the cost! No contact from Hertz prior to pick up. Sketchy information about what was covered. Nil paperwork bar a receipt.

1 out of 44

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Easirent

4.6

Mediocre

174 reviews•32 locations

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2.0

Poor|Nov 2022

not happy with kayak as no customer care to talk to, cant make changes, not value for money

2.0

Poor|Oct 2022

Liked the car but didn’t realize it came with only 100 miles/day. So I had to upgrade which doubled the price. Took over an hour to find the bus and get to their off airport site. Two hour waiting in a queue with just one person checking everyone in. Felt so bad for couple in front of me who were going to miss their cruise do to horrible delay. On return the bus only came once an hour to return to Terminal 5! Never renting from them again!

10.0

Wonderful|Oct 2022

Upgrade to a crossland. Loved it.

2.0

Poor|Sep 2022

Trading Fraudulently.

6.0

Okay|Aug 2022

On pick up we found scrapes on the car that weren’t marked on the paperwork so got them to correct it. Agreement was for 100 miles per day this was changed to just 71 miles. Very disappointed. Checking the car back in was very quick and trouble free.

2.0

Poor|Aug 2022

How can a car rental charge UKP 1400 extra for compulsory insurance???? It doesn’t cost that much to insure my own car for a whole year or two or even three years. Disgusting.

1 out of 58

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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.0

Very good

59 reviews•57 locations

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6.0

Okay|Jul 2023

First car had axle issues not discoverable until we got above 52mph. This took around an hour of driving to reach a road where that speed was possible. So returned car. Returned car had issue with oil light turning on when parked on a slope. Kept car and topped up oil.

10.0

Wonderful|Jun 2023

Brilliant service by everyone there. Very thorough

6.0

Okay|Jun 2023

We did not go ahead with rental

8.0

Very good|Jun 2023

Excellent customer service. Jan was very helpful and friendly. Seems like a great culture and team at this branch

10.0

Wonderful|Apr 2023

Always a good experience. Even got a ride to the ferry in Southampton.

6.0

Okay|Feb 2023

The price was a lot higher than on the website

1 out of 20

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Sixt

7.7

Good

89 reviews•30 locations

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10.0

Wonderful|Sep 2023

The staff was good

2.0

Poor|Jun 2023

I was unwittingly involved in what appears to be an insurance scam perpetrated by Raj at the Sixt Heathrow Terminal 2 pickup when I picked up the car. The vehicle had extensive damage to the rear and even though I was happy to take it as long as they documented it - Raj refused to do so and threatened to call the police if I took a photo of it with him in the photo as evidence. The damage was NOT listed in the contract. I got around the scam by emailing your office a photo of the damage BEFORE I drove the car away. Raj was acting like a lunatic and I am sure glad that I did what I did - because sure enough your organization blamed ME at the end of the rental for the damage. Anyone else would have not noticed when they picked up the car and would have been screwed. Its also a good footnote to mention that the vehicle was parked about 1 inch away from the metal barrier, which meant that it would have been impossible to see the damage - I believe this was done on purpose to hide the damage from a renter. I could not get the manager Emilio from Terminal 5 on the phone to discuss this matter, so I remain pretty disgusted by the whole event. Raj is an angry liability and he does your organization no favors. Given this - this is the last time I will be renting from you, it is just too much trouble after a long flight. It took 2 hours from start to finish and Raj made a number of threats and incorrect statements which I am happy to share with you if you are interested.

2.0

Poor|May 2023

It was terrible. We were not able to pick up the car because they closed before our pickup time. Why did Kayak book our reservation when the pickup time I specified was AFTER their closing time?

10.0

Wonderful|May 2023

Excellent pick up and drop off great staff will continue to use them

10.0

Wonderful|May 2023

Great experience. Quick and smooth. Great customer service

10.0

Wonderful|May 2023

Jidit was really helpful with the whole process. She made it easy and pleasant

1 out of 30

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Budget

7.4

Good

78 reviews•29 locations

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2.0

Poor|Jan 2024

The didn’t accept to take the car and i stay another 5 hours in the airport to rent the car from another company and i send the email from first day is 16th of January tell now i dont have any answers Please kindly to confirm with them to refund my full amount Thanks

10.0

Wonderful|Aug 2023

Super easy transaction at a great price.

10.0

Wonderful|Jun 2023

The employee who assisted us was extremely helpful, and friendly. 10/10

8.0

Very good|Apr 2023

The staff was extremely friendly and helpful. We had a problem with the vehicle having a faulty tire on the way back to the Budget shop and had to deal with a flat. The roadside service representative informed us that the tire tread was too low, and that the tire tread was pulling away from the tire on the inside - and was highly likely in that poor condition when we first picked up the vehicle. As a result, I would suggest that Budget make closer safety inspections of their vehicles. This was an incredible imposition, and could have been an extremely dangerous outcome if we had not stopped when we had.

8.0

Very good|Jan 2023

Nothing really all quite professional

10.0

Wonderful|Jan 2023

It was very easy to go through the process and people were helpful

1 out of 26

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Europcar

6.9

Okay

66 reviews•46 locations

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10.0

Wonderful|Sep 2023

Difficult to think of all was great

4.0

Mediocre|Sep 2023

Check in and out we’re easy and staff was friendly. We were given an “upgrade” from the car we ordered and ended up wishing we’d just gotten the car we ordered since the “upgrade” was much bigger and harder to drive. Additionally, after our drop off in Glasgow, they charged us a large “refueling” fee even though we left the gas tank almost full. So dishonest.

2.0

Poor|Sep 2023

I was quoted a price and paid in full but when I arrived I was made to pay more than the original booking in insurance which I was under the impression was included , this should be made very clear at the time of booking as this spoilt my trip.

10.0

Wonderful|Aug 2023

On our way to drop off the in-car satnav took us the wrong way On our pick up on Saturday morning the guy was all by himself and very busy. It took a bit longer than expected but it totally wasn’t his fault

8.0

Very good|Jun 2023

Had to wait about 1/2 hr as there was only 1 person assisting customers and the car was not ready but the guy was very lovely and apologized. He could have used some help as others were sitting in the office, maybe they could be cross trained

6.0

Okay|Jun 2023

Car had pre-existing damage and was due a service. The model ( Vauxhall Crossland) delivered a poor driving experience, particularly with harsh clutch and road noise. We were very much left with the impression that as a one way rental this car was nearing the end of its hire car life and heading for auction. Staff at pick up and return were courteous and friendly .

1 out of 22

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GREEN MOTION

5.3

Fair

83 reviews•26 locations

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8.0

Very good|Apr 2024

pick up time was quite long but it was a busy day and I just missed one bus so 30 mins wait for the next. Better instructions to locate the bus would help

2.0

Poor|Feb 2024

I don't take car and they tak my money please I need help to refund my money

2.0

Poor|Jul 2023

This is a scam, they said my creditcard didn't work and wanted me to pay an additional 400 pounds to get the car. The card was working fine everywhere else both before and after this ordeal.

2.0

Poor|Jun 2023

Due to flight changes and then delays and lost baggage we were. 4hrs 53 minutes late on our pickup. Green motion had cancelled our pre paid booking and charged a $432 up charge to give us a car. Will never do business with them again ever. Be ultra careful these people will use fine print to cheat you at the first chance.

2.0

Poor|May 2023

Read the fine print in their contract before you book. I was denied a rental because of my occupation.

4.0

Mediocre|May 2023

The pickup experience was poor. The location is further from the airport than the other car hire locations. It took a long time to be attended to - insufficient number of staff and the staff were managing both drop-offs (detailed inspection required) and pickups. The office was in a run-down prefab building with a dirty couch. There was far too much paperwork required for the check-out process and none of the information that I had submitted in advance (at their request) was in their system. The cars are parked in a potholed, puddled gravel lot. Overall a disappointing first experience of England.

1 out of 28

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keddy by Europcar

10.0

Wonderful

2 reviews•69 locations

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Car rental in England

Learn everything there is to know about renting a car in England so you can be properly prepared for your next trip

How long do people rent a car when staying in England?

Consider renting a car in England for 7 days, which is the most popular length of time people tend to spend in the region. The average daily rental cost for 7 days is $28. Weekend and 1-week-long rentals will average a total of $89 and $199, respectively. For your more long-term car rental needs, a 1-month-long England car rental will cost $1,552 in total on average.

When did momondo last update prices for cars in England?

Prices for cars in England are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for cars in England?

As of April 2024, there are 859 operators available to choose from for cars in England.

How old do you have to be to hire a car in England?

Among different countries, including England, the minimum age for drivers varies. In numerous EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. To hire a car overseas, you'll generally need to be at least 21, and if you're under 25, a young driver surcharge may be imposed. It's recommended that you review the policy of the rental company you're considering before booking.

What documentation or ID do you need to rent a car in England?

To rent a car in England, all drivers must present a valid full driving license. If the license is written in a language other than the language of the country of rental, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're renting a car abroad, you may also need to provide evidence of your return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend that you verify with the specific rental company you're booking with.

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to book a car rental in England?

Choosing momondo to search for rental cars in England makes sense because it is quick and free of charge. We find all the rental car prices and policies, you simply choose what works best for you and your trip.

How does momondo help me find the best car rental deal in England?

By the use of filters, momondo makes finding a great car rental in England easier. Whether it is price, car type, amenities or policies, momondo allows you to refine your search with these and more filters to find the best deal for you.

Does momondo show car rental deals in England with free cancellation?

Yes momondo does have a filter to only highlight car rental deals which offer free cancellation. This filter is available for all car rental searches on momondo including those for cars in England.