*Based on an individual aged 31 with no pre-existing medical conditions taking single trip cover for 7 days to France. Cover starts on June 24, 2024 and ends on June 30, 2024. Price correct as of February 2, 2024.
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From beaches and mountains to castles and not one but four dazzling capital cities: when you rent a car in the UK, you can explore the diverse attractions of this island nation at your leisure. You’ve arrived at the only destination you need to find cheap UK car hire. Search wider with TravelSupermarket to compare top rental deals from around the country all in one place.
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In general, the minimum age for renting a car in the UK ranges from 21 to 25, depending on which car hire company you go with. Do note that you’ll need to have held a full driving licence for at least 12 months.
You will need a valid driving licence, personal ID such as a passport, and a credit or debit card in your name. Some car hire companies in the UK also require a secondary proof of address and a ‘licence check code’, which you can get online via the DVLA.
While you are not legally required to have car hire excess insurance in the UK, it’s highly recommended. By taking out car hire excess insurance, you can reduce the amount of money you would have to payout in the event of an accident. If you’re looking to get a good deal on car hire excess insurance, consider a standalone policy. These tend to be a lot cheaper than the offers you’ll get from your car hire provider.
Yes, you can hire a car in the UK with your debit card. Check in advance with your car hire company to see whether your debit card is accepted, as well as to find out what, if any, restrictions might apply (for example, only credit cards being accepted for premium cars).
The following car rental companies have reception desks in arrivals at Heathrow Airport: Alamo, Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Europcar, Hertz, National and Sixt. When you book online, be sure to check which terminal your car hire provider is based in.
At Gatwick, you’ll find some of the biggest names in car hire, including Alamo, Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Europcar, Hertz, National and Sixt. It’s advisable to book in advance – not only will you get a better deal, you’ll also save time at the airport.
Generally, you’re more likely to get a better deal off-site than at an airport in the UK. To know for sure, the best thing to do is compare prices for the dates you’re travelling using a search comparison tool.
Absolutely. Most of the major car rental companies operating in the UK offer one-way rentals, meaning you pick up your hire car in one city and drop it off in another. There’s usually an additional charge for this.
Yes. If for whatever reason you can’t book in advance, most major rental companies have plenty of on-the-day hire cars available. Be warned, you’ll probably pay more than you would if you booked online in advance.
While you can hire a car from the age of 21 in the UK, the minimum age requirements do vary from one provider to the next. For example, Europcar’s minimum age requirement is 22, while Enterprise is 25. Regardless, if you’re under 25, you will pay what is known as a ‘young driver surcharge’.