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Cheapest Car Rental Rates
London Heathrow Airport Car Rental
Mini
Toyota Aygo
or similar
$10.94
/ per day
London Heathrow Airport Car Rental
Economy
Ford Fiesta
or similar
$11.69
/ per day
London Heathrow Airport Car Rental
Compact
Peugeot 308
or similar
$11.73
/ per day
London Stansted Airport Car Rental
Intermediate
Volvo V40
or similar
$15.19
/ per day
Most Popular Car Rental Deals
London Stansted Airport Car Rental
Standard SUV
Kia Sportage
or similar
$24.03
/ per day
London Heathrow Airport Car Rental
Compact Elite
Mercedes Benz A Class
or similar
$44.06
/ per day
London Stansted Airport Car Rental
Luxury
Volvo V60
or similar
$46.02
/ per day
London Stansted Airport Car Rental
Full-size
Mercedes-Benz CLA
or similar
$60.42
/ per day
The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 10:31 on 2023-12-08. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
Travel Information
Languages
English
Currency
GBP
Drive on
Left-hand side
Country code
+44
Average car rental price
$28 per day
Average car rental length
7 days
Speed limit within town
48 km/h or 30 mph
Speed limit out of town
96 - 112 km/h or 60 - 70 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.08%
Average gasoline price
$1.96 per liter or $7.43 / 1 gallon
Lowest gasoline price
$1.81 per liter or $6.86 / 1 gallon
Highest gasoline price
$2.33 per liter or $8.82 / 1 gallon
Why rent a car in London?
One of the great cities of Europe and the world, London is a place that everyone should experience at least once. Both historic, modern, diverse and yet maintaining a unique local character, its neighborhoods, buildings, and attractions can be explored for days. Getting a rental car is your best bet to see as much as possible.
One-Way Car Rentals in London
The most popular one-way rental options for pick up in London and drop off in another city include:
- From London to Manchester - 307 offers from $29.81 per day
- From London to Edinburgh - 183 offers from $40.87 per day
- From London to Luton - 90 offers from $39.58 per day
- From London to Bristol - 165 offers from $40.87 per day
- From London to Glasgow - 254 offers from $31.60 per day
Top ways to enter London
- London Heathrow Airport. The largest in Europe and among the top 10 in the world, Heathrow Airport feels like a city in its own right. The airport is located just west of London.
- London Gatwick Airport. Offering flights to and from destinations all over Europe, as well as North America, the Caribbean, Africa, and Asia, Gatwick Airport serves nearly 50 million passengers every year. The airport is in West Sussex county about an hour’s drive south of London.
- London City Airport. The only international airport serving London that’s located inside the city’s boundaries, London City Airport is a base for British Airways and is also served by a handful of other airlines.
- London Stansted Airport. A huge base for Ryanair and also served by a number of other low-cost carriers, flying to Stansted is often the cheapest way to reach London. The airport itself is about an hour’s drive northeast of the city proper.
- Luton Airport. Often also branded as London Luton Airport thanks to its proximity to the capital, but located in the neighboring city of Luton, this airport is served by nine different airlines.
- By rail: If you’re arriving in London by train, you can conveniently pick up your rental car at many of London’s train stations. London Bridge, Croydon South, Hammersmith, Victoria, and Paddington are just some of them.
City facts
London has a temperate oceanic climate and is warmer than most of the other large cities of the United Kingdom. The average temperature is 18.7 °C (65.7 °F) in July and 5.2 °C (41.4 °F) in January. Despite its reputation for being very rainy, London actually has less precipitation than Lisbon, Rome, New York City, and Sydney.
London is made up of 32 boroughs or local authority districts. 12 boroughs are within Inner London while 20 are in Outer London. The most populous London borough is Croydon in South London.
Top destinations and activities
- Buckingham Palace. The home of the Royal family and, for many, the number one landmark of London, Buckingham Palace is only open for tours during the summer months, but even if you visit during another time of year, it’s magnificence can be observed from outside.
- British Museum. London has countless world-class museums, such as the National History Museum and Tate Modern, but the British Museum is probably the crown jewel of them all, both for its immensity and for the awesome quality of its exhibitions. From the history of the inhabitants of the British Isles to Ancient Greeks and Romans to equally impressive civilizations outside Europe, it really covers human history in its fullness.
- St. Paul’s Cathedral. Arguably the most famous Anglican church in the world, St Paul’s Cathedral is located on the site of a much older church dating back to AD 604. Rebuilt after the great fire of London in 1666, nowadays the cathedral provides an especially impressive sight when illuminated after dark.
- Natural History Museum. With a truly vast and impressive collection, the Natural History Museum stands out from its counterparts around the world. Whether you marvel at the skeletons of Diplodocus, take in the size of the blue whale, or explore specimens found by none other than Charles Darwin, this is one place that can all but guarantee to inspire awe. Better yet, there is no entrance fee. The Natural History Museum is located near two other museums, the Science Museum and the Victoria and Albert Museum of decorative arts and design.
- Notting Hill. Located in West London's wealthy Kensington & Chelsea neighborhood, this is one of the most iconic areas of London. It became popular when the famous film Notting Hill was released in 1999, featuring Julia Roberts and Hugh Grant. The area itself has a wonderful blend of Georgian architecture and colorful gardens along with chic cafes and clothing stores that attract visitors from all over the world. Notting Hill is a wonderful place to spend a day just strolling around, taking in all its sights, or to enjoy some delicious cuisine in one of its many fantastic restaurants.
Traffic and parking
- The United Kingdom drives on the left-hand side of the road.
- On-street parking is usually heavily restricted. Never park on a white, double yellow or double red line (stopping on motorways and next to red lines is illegal).
- You are not allowed to use your mobile phone while driving, unless you use a hands-free system.
- Unless specifically indicated otherwise, the speed limits are 112 km/h (70 mph) on motorways, 112 km/h (70 mph) on dual carriageways, 96 km/h (60 mph) on single carriageways and 48km/h (30 mph) in residential areas and areas with street lightning.
- In England and Wales, the legal alcohol limit is 0.08% for both experienced and novice drivers. Do keep in mind, however, that in Scotland the legal alcohol limit is 0.05% for both experienced and novice drivers. Exceeding the limit can lead to large fines, a suspended license, or even imprisonment.
- The insurance and documentation of the car needs to be in it whenever you’re driving.
- If you’re the driver, you need to have your passport or ID card with you at all times.
- The emergency numbers are 999 and 112.
Toll roads
The main toll road in the United Kingdom is the M6 toll. Find out more on the M6 Toll official website. You also have to pay a toll for using a number of bridges and tunnels, as well as for entering the central areas of London. For example, the Dartford Crossing Bridge in East London applies the Dart charge between 6 a.m. and 10 p.m. Find out more about the Dart charge on the Government website.
Find out more about toll roads in the United Kingdom on the European toll road website.
Ideas for day trips
- Windsor Castle. Claiming to be the largest and oldest occupied castle in the world, this royal residence is nearly as important as the Buckingham Palace. Besides its important inhabitants, it also houses beautiful artworks by Rembrandt, Rubens, and Canaletto. Unlike Buckingham, Windsor is open for visitors throughout the year. The castle, located in the town of the same name, is about 40 km (23 mi) west of London.
- Stonehenge. The prehistoric ring of stones has been standing since the Bronze Age. Its meaning still hasn’t been fully deciphered, which only adds to its mystery. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, it is in Wiltshire Country and can be reached from London in about two and a half hours.
- Cambridge. Home to one of the world’s most famous universities, Cambridge is also a surprisingly green and cozy city. Befitting a great academic center, it also houses a large number of amazing museums, from the Folk Museum and the Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology to the University Museum of Zoology and the Polar Museum. With only 60 miles (90 km) to cover, it makes an ideal day trip from London.
- South Downs National Park. Home to 14 million people, Greater London is one of the largest and most densely populated urban areas in Europe — but that doesn’t mean it doesn’t provide access to nature. Located just a 90-minute drive southwest of the capital, South Downs is a supremely calm and scenic area of chalk hills, valleys, and woodlands. Other nature areas not far from London include the Surrey Hills, Kent Downs, and Chiltern Hills.
Most popular cars
The most popular rental car in London is the Peugeot 108, although many travelers also pick the Ford Fiesta and the Volvo V40. The most popular rental car types are mini, intermediate, and economy.
Further destinations
- Manchester. Embracing its industrial past rather than trying to avoid it, Manchester is a unique and vibrant cultural center. Come here for its beautiful historic buildings, unique neighborhoods, great museums and art galleries, and two world class football clubs. Manchester is less than four hours drive north of London.
- Edinburgh. The capital of Scotland might not be quite as immense as its English counterpart, but what it lacks in size, Edinburgh more than makes up for in charm. A city with a truly unique historic feel, Edinburgh is about seven hours drive north of London. That might seem like a long drive, but you’d be crossing all of England where there are countless opportunities for stopping along the way. And besides, the final destination will be worth it.
- Devon. A large county in the southwest of England, Devon is home to the Jurassic Coast, an area so rich in dinosaur bones and other fossils that a whole geologic period of the Paleozoic was named after it. There are plenty of other attractions too, not least of which are historic sites related to the human habitation of the British Isles, Dartmoor and Exmoor National Parks, and the sophisticated cathedral city of Exeter, which is about a 3-hour-and-30-minute drive from London.
Car Rental Prices in London
- Station wagons - from $15 per day
- Large cars - from $14 per day
- Medium cars - from $12 per day
- Vans - from $38 per day
- Premium cars - from $51 per day
- Small cars - from $11 per day
- SUVs - from $15 per day
Money-saving tips
There are many things you can do to get a good car rental deal in London. Start with:
- Compare rates of different rental car providers
- Book your rental car well in advance
- Plan your route before you go
- Know your fuel and mileage requirements
- Visit on the month when the rental prices are the cheapest. According to our data, visiting London is the cheapest in February when renting a car is about 39% cheaper than the yearly average and about 60% cheaper than renting in May.
Fact checked by
Suze and Paul
This article was reviewed and updated by Suze and Paul, the founders of LuxuryColumnist, one of the most widely read luxury travel blogs in the world. They are avid travelers, writers, photographers, drone operators and video editors. You can find them online at LuxuryColumnist.com and ChocolateCherryKisses.com.
Top 20 Cities near London
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Feltham Car Rentals from $31.26 per day5.1 km / 3.2 miles away
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Hounslow Car Rentals from $12.49 per day6.9 km / 4.3 miles away
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Uxbridge Car Rentals from $33.77 per day7.6 km / 4.7 miles away
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Slough Car Rentals from $127.14 per day12.3 km / 7.6 miles away
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Wembley, London Car Rentals from $45.12 per day14.4 km / 8.9 miles away
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Watford Car Rentals from $127.14 per day19.9 km / 12.4 miles away
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Croydon Car Rentals from $63.27 per day26.6 km / 16.5 miles away
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Guildford Car Rentals from $31.26 per day27.0 km / 16.8 miles away
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Reading Car Rentals from $32.18 per day33.9 km / 21.1 miles away
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Gatwick Car Rentals from $11.42 per day41.2 km / 25.6 miles away
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Luton Car Rentals from $16.24 per day44.6 km / 27.7 miles away
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Crawley Car Rentals from $12.78 per day45.1 km / 28.0 miles away
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Dartford Car Rentals from $111.12 per day46.0 km / 28.6 miles away
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Basingstoke Car Rentals from $127.14 per day51.2 km / 31.8 miles away
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Milton Keynes Car Rentals from $49.54 per day62.8 km / 39.0 miles away
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Maidstone Car Rentals from $66.26 per day71.8 km / 44.6 miles away
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Chelmsford Car Rentals from $131.61 per day72.9 km / 45.3 miles away
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Brighton Car Rentals from $42.78 per day75.5 km / 46.9 miles away
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Southampton Car Rentals from $44.87 per day85.6 km / 53.2 miles away
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Portsmouth Car Rentals from $66.26 per day86.6 km / 53.8 miles away
Top 20 Locations near London
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London Heathrow Airport Car Rentals from $10.94 per day
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London Fulham Car Rentals from $28.15 per day18.0 km / 11.2 miles away
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London Paddington Train Station Car Rentals from $16.83 per day20.2 km / 12.6 miles away
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London Edgware Road Car Rentals from $16.44 per day20.6 km / 12.8 miles away
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London Marylebone Train Station Car Rentals from $16.83 per day21.2 km / 13.2 miles away
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London Mayfair Car Rentals from $43.01 per day21.9 km / 13.6 miles away
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London St Pancras Train Station Car Rentals from $68.73 per day24.0 km / 14.9 miles away
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Waterloo Train Station Car Rentals from $27.81 per day24.1 km / 15.0 miles away
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London Kings Cross Train Station Car Rentals from $68.73 per day24.4 km / 15.2 miles away
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London Lewisham Car Rentals from $87.04 per day31.5 km / 19.6 miles away
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London Stratford Train Station Car Rentals from $49.54 per day32.5 km / 20.2 miles away
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Enfield Downtown Car Rentals from $127.14 per day35.4 km / 22.0 miles away
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London City Airport Car Rentals from $21.54 per day35.9 km / 22.3 miles away
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London Ilford Car Rentals from $18.40 per day38.2 km / 23.7 miles away
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London Airport Gatwick Car Rentals from $11.42 per day41.2 km / 25.6 miles away
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Downtown Car Rentals from $32.18 per day44.5 km / 27.7 miles away
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Luton Airport Car Rentals from $16.24 per day44.6 km / 27.7 miles away
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London Stansted Airport Car Rentals from $12.84 per day66.0 km / 41.0 miles away
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Southampton Airport Car Rentals from $62.32 per day85.6 km / 53.2 miles away
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Southampton Railway station Car Rentals from $44.87 per day91.7 km / 57.0 miles away
Map of Car Rental Locations
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in London?
Car rental prices in London vary by time of year. This graph shows the average prices per month to help you find the best time of year to rent.
Average rental costs per day in London
The cheapest month to rent a car in London is November (when prices average $32.45 per day). This is 39% cheaper than the yearly average and 58% cheaper than renting in July (when prices average $78.19).
This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.
This information can help you identify the low season. But these are only average numbers. How much your car rental will cost will depend on the type of vehicle you rent, how long you’ll rent it for, and how far ahead you book. Simply enter your dates in the form at the top of the page to see the exact prices.
What’s the usual rental length in London?
How long travelers keep their rental cars for varies from month to month: in March, the average renter keeps their car for 8 days, and in October, they keep their car for 6 days.
Average number of rental days in London
What's the most popular month to rent a car in London?
Based on the number of searches by our customers, the most popular month for renting a car in London is September, and the least popular is February.
Monthly searches in London by pick-up date relative to the average
Car Rental Information
| Car rental locations | 37 |
| Airport locations | 3 |
| Popular suppliers | Drivalia, Easirent, Surprice, Keddy, GreenMotion |
| Popular car categories | Small cars, Medium cars, SUVs, Vans |
| Lowest price | $11 per day |
| Cheapest supplier | Routes Car Rental |
Most Popular Car Models of Rental Suppliers
| Rental Supplier | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drivalia | Ford Fiesta | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
| Drivalia | Fiat 500 | 3 | 1 | Small cars |
| Drivalia | Ford Focus | 5 | 2 | Medium cars |
| Surprice | Volkswagen Golf | 5 | 2 | Medium cars |
| Easirent | Ford Fiesta | 5 | 2 | Small cars |
| Surprice | Ford Fiesta | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
| Easirent | Fiat 500 | 3 | 2 | Small cars |
| Keddy | Ford Focus | 5 | 2 | Medium cars |
| Ace Rent a car | Peugeot 208 | 4 | 1 | Small cars |
| Easirent | Ford Focus | 5 | 2 | Medium cars |
Our Customers' Reviews
Because we want to make sure each review listed here is left by a real customer, we don’t have an option to post a review here. Instead, we ask each and every customer to leave a review after they return their rental car. This way, you know that all reviews are authentic, verified, and trustworthy.
JM
Australia
Volkswagen Golf
October 19, 2023
London to Hastings to Cardiff to Liverpool to Dublin so far. Too many amazing scenery sights and history to describe. Heaps of suggestions on YouTube and google
JM
United States of America (USA)
Ford Focus
October 6, 2023
not much to report because of the short rental duration -- 2 day -- Saturday use and Monday early morning return
SD
New Zealand
Peugeot 308
September 21, 2023
We had great time in the UK with the car. Very succesful , we watched our son payedi last game of primier cricket match and he scored ton.
DK
Ireland
Ford Fiesta
September 14, 2023
Went to a wedding
SH
Australia
VW Golf Estate Aut.
August 20, 2023
We visited some wonderful towns on our travels, saw amazing sites & stayed at great accommodation & ate at some fabulous restaurants.
SB
Ireland
Ford Focus
June 27, 2023
Steve Earle in The Barbican - amazing. Stayed in The Tribe Hotel, Canary Wharf. Loved the area and wonderful staff in hotel.
AS
Australia
Peugeot 3008
June 15, 2023
We live overseas now but travel back to the UK regularly to visit family and friends. Great to have a car to get out and about visiting people and places with ease.
PM
Canada
Kia Sportage
May 28, 2023
watching my soccer team
LP
United States of America (USA)
Fiat 500
May 26, 2023
England is lovely in the springtime.
VD
Canada
Ford Focus
May 22, 2023
Staff was polite, efficient and helpful.
JW
Australia
Fiat 500
May 19, 2023
It was our first time driving around southern England and Drivalia made it stress free. Discover cars made booking and finding a locally-based cheap car option easy.
GM
Canada
Kia Ceed
May 12, 2023
We were able to see incredible places all over the United Kingdom (Aberdeen, NewCastle, Nottingham...)
MN
United States of America (USA)
Ford Fiesta
May 11, 2023
The Cotswold & Bath were great
JB
United States of America (USA)
Ford Fiesta
April 26, 2023
London to BATH area was great.
WD
Australia
Kia Sportage
April 21, 2023
We had a great car for our trip. It was very comfortable, economical, and suited us perfectly.
JB
Hungary
Ford Fiesta
April 16, 2023
Lots of time spent with friends and family. Priceless!
JW
United States of America (USA)
Kia Rio
April 14, 2023
Oxford. Blenheim Castle. Evesham found a quiet abbey with beautiful grounds.
FL
Italy
Fiat 500
April 12, 2023
Nature, cities
CS
United States of America (USA)
Ford Mondeo
April 10, 2023
Loved North Wales but charging the electric car took time away from enjoying it because you are hanging out in parking lots.
GK
Israel
Peugeot 3008 (2 wheel drive)
April 8, 2023
I took the car from the UK into france and all was great.
EG
United Kingdom
Ford Focus
March 22, 2023
I went to collect my bike. This was the key purpose of driving 700 miles. As I was given a different car, I couldn't fit my bike rack (I picked a particular model for a reason), soooooo I kindq spent hundreds on a wasted trip. So honestly, I made the most of it, but the carhire experience made the trip pointless and the tyre pressure issue made the driving less enjoyable.
SC
United Kingdom
Ford Fiesta
March 16, 2023
Booked rental from Turkey where I reside. Got to pick up told I need 2 utility bills for my English address as shown on my driving licence. Told I was living in Turkey car hire refused
ST
Cyprus
Vauxhall Crossland
March 6, 2023
Visited bath and oxford and some villages on the way and along the river thames
SA
Oman
Ford Focus
January 21, 2023
It was great,, thanks
CK
Australia
Fiat 500
January 14, 2023
We visited Windsor Castle on our way from London to Manchester
ES
Portugal
Nissan Qashqai
January 2, 2023
We travelled to Edinburgh and retuned the car in Manchester. Half of the time, it was raining, but we felt secure on the car. The navigation system was limited and was not possible to find some of the addresses.
RY
Malaysia
Ford Fiesta
January 2, 2023
Interesting and amazing esp with the car we had driven
MM
India
Vauxhall Corsa
November 14, 2022
Driving through the length and breadth of England was exhilarating
PH
Australia
Vauxhall Corsa
November 10, 2022
Good car and competitive price.
If dropped off at long term park and ride, make sure they don't leave you at the wrong bus stop for a different terminal
GD
Cyprus
Ford Fiesta
November 9, 2022
My daughters wedding
DC
India
VW Passat
October 10, 2022
It was wonderful driving around the countryside. The weather was great all through and we were easily able to go around thanks to the car
DF
United States of America (USA)
Nissan Qashqai
September 17, 2022
Parking is difficult in York. Liverpool traffic Is heavy. Google navigation took us on some incorrect exits on a couple of roundabouts. Use Waze instead.
KH
Australia
Ford Fiesta
August 16, 2022
Had no problem picking up or returning the car .. The team were efficient and helpful and I will rent from them again
SM
Portugal
Nissan Qashqai
August 12, 2022
Alamo is a great choice, and personal transport is a great way to schedule your trip at your speed and as you like, with or without detours and mind changes!
CH
Australia
Nissan Qashqai
June 11, 2022
We travelled through out the UK doing just short of 3000 Miles in the 38 day hire. car was ok kia sportage probably a bit underpowered with hills of Scotland but otherwise great
SW
United Kingdom
Ford Mondeo STW
October 28, 2020
It's quite easy to rent a car at easirent. Only your own credit card and passport or ID card are needed. I'm so surprised especially when return a car. I spent only 1-2 minutes.
SW
United Kingdom
Toyota Aygo
September 9, 2020
I live here & need to drive
AW
United Kingdom
Ford Focus
February 23, 2020
I would only recommend hiring a car in London if you’re going for a trip into the countryside. If you are only staying in London and you hire a car, you’re insane. Just get public transport. Safer, cheaper & quicker than driving.
JP
United Kingdom
Volvo V40
February 4, 2020
Renting a car in London is good as long as you are aware of congestion charging times and zones
RB
Australia
Citroen C4 Cactus
December 7, 2019
Don't rent if you are just visiting London. Use public transport and walk. I used the car to go to Surrey and Dorset, Twickenham etc.
NL
United States of America (USA)
VW Polo
September 9, 2019
This spot to rent the car was almost outside of the city - at least it felt that way. For someone who had never driven on the other side of the road, there was only a few turns to get onto the highway, which was awesome! Highly recommend. We will pick up our next rental from here again.
SJ
United States of America (USA)
Vauxhall Corsa
July 10, 2019
Avoid rush hour traffic
GM
Australia
VW Golf
July 5, 2019
As car rentals go you could do a lot worse.
JM
United Kingdom
VW Golf
June 26, 2019
I live there - makes no sense having car on day-to-day basis, so being able to rent close to home is a great option
SP
United Kingdom
Ford Fiesta
June 21, 2019
Lovely city
CT
Singapore
BMW 2 Series Active Tourer Auto.
June 1, 2019
Driving in London city is a nightmare nowadays due to numerous speed restrictions. However, in the countryside was pleasant .
BM
United Kingdom
Fiat 500 2 doors
April 23, 2019
London is easy to drive around, its a big city so similar to other big cities.
MF
Australia
Ford Focus STW
March 22, 2019
Renting in London yes, but not driving in London. I head out of the city.
DK
United Kingdom
Hyundai i10
February 14, 2019
Don't drive inside London but in the surrounding areas its great.
AP
United States of America (USA)
Ford Fiesta 3d
January 21, 2019
I would not rent a car if i was only going to London. Public transport is better. But i didnt go to london , i went home to Wales, to see my Mum, so for me its a brillant , cheaper than public transport by far
RB
Namibia
Ford Focus
January 16, 2019
Shop around a lot for the best prices on everything. Prices do vary highly, so don't grab the first option that comes up.
CS
Portugal
VW Polo
January 3, 2019
Best city on earth
KB
New Zealand
VW Golf
December 24, 2018
Acquire the car and vacate London with it
TC
Ireland
VW Golf
December 17, 2018
-Make sure you have Google Maps on your mobile. It can locate many locations which Sat. Nav is unable to location. A second person to help as a navigator is also extremely helpful. Thanks again.
VH
United Kingdom
VW Golf
December 11, 2018
Best value car rental. Super friendly. Thank you
VA
United Kingdom
Chevrolet Spark 3d
December 6, 2018
Crazy traffic in London in busy hours.
LT
Italy
Peugeot 2008
November 20, 2018
Rent a car for the surroundings not for London. Too expensive to park there
RS
United States of America (USA)
Ford Fiesta
November 18, 2018
We took the car up to the lake district so having a car gave us the flexibility and comfort to arrive on our own schedule. We were also able to take some day trips from our main location which was very nice. I would recommend a small car that is fuel efficient.
KW
Spain
Ford Fiesta 3d
November 3, 2018
We visited family
JM
United Kingdom
VW Polo
October 17, 2018
I found booking trough discoverycarhire.com was the cheapest I ever booked a car for and I have been booking cars for the last ten years. I had to rebook and there was no haste I can not recommend discoverycarhire high enough.
OM
Ireland
VW Golf
October 10, 2018
If you have young children, public transport can be quite difficult so a rental car makes getting around easier.
WC
United Kingdom
Chevrolet Spark 3d
October 7, 2018
Fast sexy staff and quick on your way. But the car had not been cleaned.
NK
United Kingdom
Ford Fiesta
September 13, 2018
I wouldn't suggest renting in London as it is just not worth it with all the travel and such available. Definitely should if you plan to travel around the country though.
WF
Italy
Ford S-Max
September 12, 2018
If you are not used to driving on the left hand side of the road and the right hand side of the car take the train, or bus. If you don't believe me and want to try it out on your own, please at least rent an automatic. Adding shifting with your left and steering with your right to the mix was not good. So, to top it all off, England had installed new speed cameras. But they don't post speed limits. And you are automatically charged $100 every time the camera catches you. So good luck with that.
MC
United States of America (USA)
VW Polo
September 8, 2018
As soon as we got the car, we left the London region and visited the countryside. The main roads are good. The “back roads” were ridiculously narrow. We spent several days on roads where our compact car was touching bushes on both sides. The countryside was beautiful. The people were great. But we wound up parking the car as quickly as we could each day and walking. The car was necessary for getting from point A to B...but it was a burden after that.
HC
United Kingdom
VW Golf
September 7, 2018
I rented the car in London but traveled to Northamptonshire the petrol consumption was great the car was easy to drive. I loved it
GL
United Kingdom
Vauxhall Insignia
September 5, 2018
Would not recommend renting car for driving IN London, but would recommend for visitors arriving in London and traveling outside the Capital.
TP
United Kingdom
Kia Sportage
September 1, 2018
Go for a drive in the Peak District for quintessential English pastoral countryside! Stunning views and enthralling drive!
FQ
Canada
Citro?n C4 Grand Picasso
August 15, 2018
A rear view camera can really add comfort and better driving experience.
VB
Thailand
Skoda Octavia Combi
July 31, 2018
London is so crazy. We made a great decision to rent a car and explore English country with unlimited mikes.
MH
United States of America (USA)
Peugeot 308
June 8, 2018
I drove to Scotland and did the NC 500. I t was pectacular, I highly recommend it!
Car Rental Statistics
Highest rated company
Arnold Clark
9.5 / 10
Lowest rated company
Easirent
7.5 / 10
Total number of reviews
91
Total rental companies
17
Average daily price
$28.01
Lowest daily price
$10.94
Total cars available
1781
Top 17 Suppliers in London in 2023
Arnold Clark
1 location
$52 - $182
Alamo
8 locations
$21 - $400
Enterprise
14 locations
$22 - $247
Hertz
8 locations
$23 - $279
Keddy
6 locations
$17 - $157
SIXT
10 locations
$40 - $112
Avis
6 locations
$20 - $310
Europcar
11 locations
$21 - $316
National
7 locations
$24 - $554
Budget
3 locations
$20 - $217
Drivalia
9 locations
$14 - $423
Interrent
2 locations
Ace Rent a car
1 location
$12 - $134
Surprice
1 location
$12 - $407
GreenMotion
9 locations
$13 - $131
Routes Car Rental
1 location
$11 - $13
Easirent
2 locations
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