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Toyota Aygo
or similar Mini
Manual
4
A/C
2
$40.17
per day
Rental office
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Vauxhall Corsa
or similar Economy
Automatic
4
A/C
4
$40.55
per day
Rental office
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Skoda Octavia
or similar Intermediate
Manual
5
A/C
4
$41.38
per day
Rental office
Low deposit
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Unlimited mileage
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Ford Focus
or similar Compact
Manual
5
A/C
4
$41.84
per day
Rental office
Low deposit
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Volkswagen Passat
or similar Standard
Manual
5
A/C
4
$43.57
per day
Rental office
Low deposit
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Mercedes-Benz A-Class
or similar Compact Elite
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$59.07
per day
Rental office
Low deposit
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Unlimited mileage
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Mercedes-Benz C-Class
or similar Premium
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$63.78
per day
Rental office
Low deposit
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Unlimited mileage
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Mercedes-Benz E-Class
or similar Luxury
Automatic
5
A/C
4
$67.13
per day
Rental office
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The above prices are only approximate and were last updated at 04:58 on 24/10/26. Prices may vary based on the booking dates, length of rental, and car class.
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Table of contents
- Cheapest car rental rates
- Most popular car rental deals
- Why book with us?
- Travel information
- Top 20 locations near London (Downtown)
- Map of top car rental locations
- When to book in London (Downtown) and for how long?
- Car rental information
- Most popular car models of rental suppliers
- Frequently Asked Questions (updated: Oct 22, 2026)
- Here's what travelers say about renting a car in London (Downtown)
- Car rental statistics
- Top 3 suppliers in London (Downtown) in 2026
- Award-winning service
Travel information
Languages
English
Currency
GBP
Drive on
Left-hand side
Country code
+44
Average car rental price
$50 per day
Average car rental length
5 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 gas price
$1.98 per liter or $7.50 per gallon
Lowest gas price
$1.79 per liter or $6.78 per gallon
Highest gas price
$2.25 per liter or $8.52 per gallon
Rating
9.0 / 10
Top 20 locations near London (Downtown)
- London Marylebone Train Stationfrom $25.52 per day0.3 km / 0.19 miles away
- London Edgware Roadfrom $23.20 per day0.9 km / 0.56 miles away
- London Paddington Train Stationfrom $24.86 per day1.4 km / 0.87 miles away
- London Mayfairfrom $36.96 per day1.4 km / 0.87 miles away
- London St Pancras Train Stationfrom $26.01 per day2.5 km / 1.55 miles away
- London Kings Cross Train Stationfrom $39.33 per day2.9 km / 1.8 miles away
- Waterloo Train Stationfrom $34.77 per day3.9 km / 2.42 miles away
- London Kennington5 km / 3.11 miles away
- London Fulhamfrom $22.37 per day5.8 km / 3.6 miles away
- London Hammersmith Train Stationfrom $36.51 per day6.2 km / 3.85 miles away
- London Bermondseyfrom $36.04 per day6.9 km / 4.29 miles away
- London Stratford Train Stationfrom $75.43 per day11 km / 6.84 miles away
- London Lewishamfrom $37.02 per day12.5 km / 7.77 miles away
- London Edgwarefrom $43.03 per day12.6 km / 7.83 miles away
- London City Airportfrom $33.85 per day15 km / 9.32 miles away
- London Ilfordfrom $36.51 per day16.7 km / 10.38 miles away
- Enfield Downtownfrom $38.33 per day17.2 km / 10.69 miles away
- London Airport Heathrowfrom $13.08 per day21.5 km / 13.36 miles away
- Romford (Downtown)from $35.74 per day23.4 km / 14.54 miles away
- London Airport Gatwickfrom $16.34 per day41.6 km / 25.85 miles away
Map of top car rental locations
A
Alamo
170 Marylebone Rd
B
DRIVUS
London, United Kingdom
C
National
S K Secure Parking, 170 Marylebone Rd, London NW1 5AR
When to book in London (Downtown) and for how long?
When are car rental prices the lowest in London (Downtown)?
The cost of renting a car in London (Downtown) varies by season. The table and graph below can help you find the best time of year to save on a rental car.
Saver's insights
| Cheapest monthFebruary | Most expensive month March | ||
| Average price $77 | A good deal $41 | Cheapest supplier Alamo | Cheapest car type Small cars |
Average rental costs per day in London (Downtown)
$201
$100
$0
$43
in January
Jan
$41
in February
Feb
$183
in March
Mar
$44
in April
Apr
$55
in May
May
$87
in June
Jun
$105
in July
Jul
$98
in August
Aug
$47
in September
Sep
$82
in October
Oct
$92
in November
Nov
$56
in December
Dec
The cheapest month of the year to rent a car in London (Downtown) is February — when rental costs average $40.54 per day. This is 47% cheaper than the yearly average and 78% cheaper than renting a car in March (when prices average $182.68 per day).
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 is the most popular time of year to rent a car in London (Downtown)?
Based on how many users search for a car in London (Downtown), travelers are most likely to rent a car in May, while they are least likely to rent in in January.
Monthly searches in London (Downtown) by pick-up date relative to the average
2.4
1.2
0
0.2 times in January
Jan
0.2 times in February
Feb
0.2 times in March
Mar
1.2 times in April
Apr
2.2 times in May
May
1.6 times in June
Jun
1.2 times in July
Jul
1.4 times in August
Aug
0.6 times in September
Sep
1.2 times in October
Oct
0.4 times in November
Nov
1.6 times in December
Dec
For how long do renters keep their vehicles in London (Downtown)?
How long travelers keep their rental cars varies by the time of year: in September the average rental period is 11 days, while in March, the average rental period is only one day.
Average number of rental days in London (Downtown)
12
6
0
2 days in January
Jan
4 days in February
Feb
1 day in March
Mar
8 days in April
Apr
5 days in May
May
9 days in June
Jun
8 days in July
Jul
6 days in August
Aug
11 days in September
Sep
3 days in October
Oct
1 day in November
Nov
9 days in December
Dec
Car rental information
| 🔥 Popular suppliers | Alamo, National |
| 🚗 Popular car types | Small cars, vans, SUVs, medium cars |
| 🤑 Lowest price | $40 per day |
| 👛 Cheapest supplier | Alamo |
Most popular car models of rental suppliers
| Rental Supplier | Model | Doors | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| National | Opel Corsa | 4 | Small car |
| Alamo | Nissan Juke | 5 | SUV |
| Alamo | Ford Tourneo Custom | 5 | Van |
| National | Ford Focus | 5 | Medium car |
| Alamo | Toyota Aygo | 3 | Small car |
| Alamo | Peugeot 5008 5+2 | 5 | Van |
| Alamo | Volkswagen Multivan | 5 | Van |
| Alamo | Nissan Qashqai | 5 | SUV |
| Alamo | Ford Galaxy | 5 | Van |
| National | Nissan Juke | 4 | SUV |
Frequently Asked Questions (updated: Oct 22, 2026)
Prices are lowest during February, starting at $41 for an Economy car and highest in March, when economy cars start at $183. Booking early for peak dates can save significantly. The most popular month in London (Downtown) is May, while the least popular month is January.
London (Downtown) hosts: Alamo, DRIVUS, National. Rental cars tend to sell out in the summer months, so booking early is recommended.
Picking up a rental car at London City Airport (LCY) is typically 18.07% more expensive than in Downtown Barking due to airport surcharges. Offices downtown may have lower base rates. Compare both options when booking, keeping in mind the transport cost of reaching the downtown location.
Here's what travelers say about renting a car in London (Downtown)
9.0
Average rating
Based on 1 review
Best month to visit
June
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Car rental statistics
Highest-rated company
Alamo (rated 8.6 / 10)
Lowest-rated company
National (rated 7.6 / 10)
Total number of reviews
1
Total rental companies
3
Average daily price
$50
Lowest daily price
$40
Total cars available
60
Top 3 suppliers in London (Downtown) in 2026
Alamo
8.6
Very Good
12 ratings
Value for money
8.9
Ease of finding
7.3
Agent helpfulness
9.4
Pick-up speed
8.1
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
9.3
Car condition
9.3
$40–$130
per day
170 Marylebone Rd
+442072786307
Show working hours
Mon
08:00-18:00
Tue
08:00-18:00
Wed
08:00-18:00
Thu
08:00-18:00
Fri
08:00-18:00
Sat
08:00-13:00
DRIVUS
8.2
Good
Value for money
8.3
Ease of finding
8.2
Agent helpfulness
8.4
Pick-up speed
8.0
Drop-off speed
8.2
Car cleanliness
8.2
Car condition
8.3
London, United Kingdom
+442080047522 / +447716466185
Show working hours
Mon
09:00-19:00
Tue
09:00-19:00
Wed
09:00-19:00
Thu
09:00-19:00
Fri
09:00-19:00
Sat
09:00-19:00
National
7.6
Average
14 ratings
Value for money
8.2
Ease of finding
6.8
Agent helpfulness
8.3
Pick-up speed
5.9
Drop-off speed
7.5
Car cleanliness
8.1
Car condition
8.5
$45–$488
per day
S K Secure Parking, 170 Marylebone Rd, London NW1 5AR
+442072786307
Show working hours
Mon
08:00-17:00
Tue
08:00-17:00
Wed
08:00-17:00
Thu
08:00-17:00
Fri
08:00-17:00
Sat
09:00-12:00
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Travel & Hospitality Awards 2021
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