How to find a cheap car hire deal in London
Pick up a cheap rental car in London for an average of Rs24,436 a day and hit the road happy. We do the hard work for you by searching the best rental providers, helping you find and book the best deal fast.
Cruise off with savings by reserving your wheels in December. With average daily rates of Rs9,638, it's the cheapest month to rent a car in London.
Timing is everything when it comes to finding a cheap rental car in London. Book around one week before your departure date to score the best prices.
Browse car hire deals in London from leading providers like Green Motion, Surprice and U-Save.
Always check if a collision damage waiver (CDW) is part of your London car hire policy, whether with Green Motion or any other supplier. Some companies offer it as a paid extra instead of including it.
Look into getting a one-way rental. You might be able to score a good deal if the provider needs to move vehicles between sites. Discover the best available rates for a car for rent in London by clicking 'Return car to a different location.'
Spend less on fuel by picking a car hire in London with a 'Fair fuel policy.' You pick up your ride with a full tank and refill it before drop-off, so you only pay for what you use.
Hit the highway without tracking every mile and racking up extra charges. Go to the 'Policies' filter and choose 'Unlimited mileage' to find a car that lets you explore further.
Jetting into London? Check out the selection of car rentals in London Heathrow Airport and be on your way faster. You'll also find car rentals in London Gatwick Airport and car rentals in Stansted Airport.
Compare car hire types in London
Small: These cheap rental cars in London may be small in size, but they live up to big expectations. Including mini and economy vehicles, they're easy to manoeuvre, light on fuel, and just the thing for short trips.
Medium: Choose from compact and intermediate cars that combine space, comfort and fuel efficiency. Easy to manoeuvre in cities and roomy enough for longer drives, they're a reliable fit for most trips.
Large: Offering greater driving comfort and improved tech features, this London car hire option includes full-size cars. With roomier rear seats and plenty of storage space, they let you load up and and take everyone, and everything, with ease.
SUV: Get a higher ground clearance and a commanding view of the journey ahead in an SUV. Whether you're navigating trickier terrain or cruising down long stretches of highway, many come with all-wheel drive to keep you steady on any road.
Van: If you're looking for a car for rent in London big enough for a small crowd (and all their gear), a van is the roomy ride you need. Including commercial vans and trucks, they're just the thing for group excursions, moving or business use.
Insurance and optional extras
Adding excess insurance to your London car hire lets you drive with confidence. It protects you from paying a hefty excess fee in case of a collision or theft. Insurance policies can vary between rental providers, so compare before you commit.
Take your ride to the next level with handy extras like a GPS unit and reverse camera. These add-ons can make your drive smoother and more enjoyable when you rent a car in London.
Good to know
To rent a car in the United Kingdom, you usually have to be at least 21 years old. Some places may offer rentals to younger drivers for a higher rate, so always go over the policies before locking in your ride.
If you're going away with the kids, see if you need to add a car seat to your London car hire reservation. Whether a legal requirement or not, they're always the safest way for youngsters to travel.
Hit the road: Where to drive from London
Don't leave town without discovering some of the city's best attractions, like The British Museum and Westminster Abbey. Lock in a car hire deal in London and then start sketching out your sightseeing game plan.
Feel right at home in London by staying at The Z Hotel Piccadilly or Hyde Park Executive Apartments.
Reading should be on your itinerary if you'd like to see Reading Abbey Ruins and Reading river cruise Thames. This city is around 64 kilometres west of central London.
Go-to accommodation options in Reading include Pentahotel Reading and Easyhotel Reading.
Or pick up your cheap car hire in London and drive around 48 kilometres north-west to Luton. Featuring Cowslip Meadow Nature Reserve and Someries Castle, its attractions are worth the drive.
Luton has some comfy stays where you can drop your bags, such as Thistle Express London Luton and Holiday Inn Express London - Luton Airport.
Keep things moving and road-trip it to Cardiff, roughly 209 kilometres west of London. Kick things off at Cardiff Castle, then spend some time at St Fagans National History Museum.
Book a room at Sleeperz Hotel Cardiff or Holiday Inn Cardiff City Centre. Make one of them your base and enjoy everything Cardiff has to offer.
