Hitchin car hires from £32/day

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Cheap car hire in Hitchin

Ford Fiesta car
Ford Fiesta
or similar Small
2
2
4-5
£32/day
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Toyota Corolla car
Toyota Corolla
or similar Small
4
2
4-5
£36/day
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Mercedes-Benz GLA car
Mercedes-Benz GLA
or similar SUV
5
5
4-5
£45/day
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Seat Arona car
Seat Arona
or similar SUV
4
2
4-5
£32/day
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Audi Q5 car
Audi Q5
or similar SUV
5
5
4-5
£53/day
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KAYAK’s insights & trends for Hitchin car hire

Check out the latest trends and booking tips to hire a car in Hitchin with confidence.

How far in advance should you book car hire in Hitchin?

You should book your car hire in Hitchin around 67 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the most popular car to hire in Hitchin?

Hires in the Van category (Volkswagen Multivan or similar) are the most popular option in Hitchin, costing £61/day on average. Some users have found deals as low as £44/day.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Hitchin?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Hitchin is November at an average cost of £16/day. August is the most expensive month to hire a car in Hitchin when prices are £34/day on average, which tends to be 5% above the yearly average hire price for Hitchin.

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Hitchin car hire price comparison by vehicle type

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Small cars

£13 - £31

All Car Types

£23 - £50

How much does it cost to hire a small car in Hitchin?

How much does it cost to hire an SUV in Hitchin?

How much does it cost to hire a van in Hitchin?

Small car hire in Hitchin typically costs around £22 per day. The best time to book is November, when prices average £13 per day, which is about 41% less than the yearly average. Small cars are usually 34% cheaper than the average car hire in Hitchin, making them ideal for budget-conscious travellers.

SUV hire in Hitchin typically costs around £31 per day. The best time to book is March, when prices average £22 per day, which is about 30% less than the yearly average. SUVs can be 7% cheaper than the average car hire in Hitchin, providing extra space and capability for groups or road trips at a reasonable price.

Van hire in Hitchin typically costs around £71 per day. The best time to book is December, when prices average £29 per day, which is about 60% less than the yearly average. Vans are typically 54% more expensive than the average car hire in Hitchin but are the best choice for families or groups needing maximum passenger capacity.

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Most popular car type

Average price

Good deal

GREEN MOTION
Small
£29/day
£22/day

KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Hitchin

  • With cheap car hire in Hitchin, you get to immerse yourself in one of the UK’s oldest market towns, still holding an authentic heritage with vibrancy and picture-perfect surroundings. Based in Hertfordshire, this popular town is just 30 miles (48km) from London, and holds a thriving folk music and culinary scene. Visit the Red Hart, one of the UK’s oldest pubs dating back to the 1500’s or the famous Lavender Fields that stretch for miles of fragrant beauty. Explore the banks of the River Hiz and revel in the Medieval architecture that still holds up the framework of this ancient area. If you are looking for a road trip with your cheap car hire in Hitchin, London city is close enough to spend a weekend at with a hop on the motorway.
  • With your cheap car hire in Hitchin, you will find that there are several airports that service London and will be close enough to make car hire convenient and easy for you. If you arrive at Stansted Airport, you will be based closest to Hitchin and you can find large agencies such as Easirent, keddy, Alamo, Budget, GREEM MOTION, National and other branches. Slightly further away are Heathrow and Gatwick, both of which have a great deal of agencies on-site.
  • When you get to drive your cheap car hire in Hitchin, you will find this trendy area to be highly traditional in terms of road infrastructure. While the A1(M) motorway comes close to the town edge, once you enter Hitchin you will feel like you have stepped into a movie set from another era. The roads are old, yet in good condition and standard UK road rules will apply. You will drive on the left and observe the 0.08% blood alcohol limit. When facing a roundabout, make sure you understand the rules of yielding to traffic coming in from the right. Buckle up at all times when driving and maintain your distance.
  • There shouldn’t be any major challenges to driving your car hire in Hitchin apart from the size of the roads. Winding, narrow and often one-way, driving in this town will definitely be suited to the outskirts of the town and road trips, as the inner areas will be better observed on foot. Congestion is not really an issue with no major arteries into the town and quite a small population, but a GPS to receive alerts is always a sensible way to deal with traffic blockages.
  • 25% of our users found a car hire in Hitchin for £22 or less
  • Small hire cars in Hitchin are around 78% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about car hire in Hitchin

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Hitchin?

    On average a car hire in Hitchin costs £29 per day.

  • Which car hire agencies are at Heathrow airport (LHR)?

    Car hire companies onsite at Heathrow airport include U-Save, FlexWays, SURPRICE CAR RENTAL, EZ Drive Car Rentals, Final Rentals, Routes Car & Truck Rentals, Allegiance, Virtuo, Europcar and Dollar.

  • Which car hire agencies are at Gatwick airport (LGW)?

    Car hire companies onsite at Gatwick airport include U-Save, Goldcar Rental SP, Routes Car & Truck Rentals, Dollar and Hertz.

  • Which car hire agencies are at Stansted airport (STN)?

    The only car hire company onsite at Stansted airport is GREEN MOTION.

  • Which car hire companies will pick you up at Heathrow airport (LHR)?

    Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Heathrow airport to off-airport locations include Europcar, Dollar, GREEN MOTION and Hertz.

  • Which car hire companies will pick you up at Gatwick airport (LGW)?

    Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Gatwick airport to off-airport locations include Europcar, Dollar, GREEN MOTION and Hertz.

  • Which car hire companies will pick you up at Stansted airport (STN)?

    Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Stansted airport to off-airport locations include Europcar, Dollar, GREEN MOTION and Hertz.

  • How can I find car hires near me in Hitchin?

    Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.

  • How much does a Small car hire cost in Hitchin?

    A Small car hire in Hitchin costs £12 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Medium car hire cost in Hitchin?

    A Medium car hire in Hitchin costs £61 per day, on average.

  • Should I get insurance when hiring a car in Hitchin?

    Most car hire providers in Hitchin offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car hire in Hitchin, check out KAYAK's car hire insurance guide.

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Hitchin?

    There is no doubt that you will have the best driving experience in Hitchin when you book a small, compact car. Being able to manoeuvre on the lane-like streets will be vital and you will find fuel will get you further this way too. If you plan on spending time on the motorways, then your economy will be able to handle well too.

  • What is the speed limit in Hitchin?

    The Hitchin speed limit is the same as in all of the UK and should be easy to comply with. You will find speed traps and cameras on motorways, so observe the signs first and foremost as road conditions may alter speeds on a whim. Keep to 30 mph (48 km/h) on suburban or urbanised roads, 60 mph (97 km/h) for larger, outlying roads and 70 mph (113 km/h) on the motorways.

  • Where can I park my car hire in Hitchin?

    There are several parking solutions in Hitchin that range from free street parking to pay-and-display ticketed bays. If you spot a street parking, then it is fair game, but with the roads being pretty narrow in many of the inner areas, you will find more car parks than expected. They tend to be in the inner condensed part of the town and you will find Lairage Multi-Storey Car Park, Brand Street Car Park, Christchurch Car Park, Biggin Lane Car Park and many others in which to leave your car hire in Hitchin at.

Hitchin car hire reviews and directory

 
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Europcar

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2 locations in Hitchin

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39 Crompton Road

+44 371 384 5933

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Car Hire Centre, Building 250

+44 371 384 3413

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keddy by Europcar

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39 Crompton Road

+44 371 384 5933

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00
Saturday08:00 - 18:00

Car Hire Centre, Building 250

+44 371 384 3413

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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

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One location in Hitchin

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104 Leyden Road

+44 1438 878005

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

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Routes Car & Truck Rentals

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39 Crompton Road,Stevenage

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Shouqi

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One location in Hitchin

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Car Hire Centre, Building 250

+86 10 6064 1387

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Sixt

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One location in Hitchin

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Gunnels wood Road

+44 20 7018 8246

Monday00:00 - 00:00
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Sunnycars

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One location in Hitchin

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39 Crompton Road

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Thrifty

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One location in Hitchin

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1 Bessemer Dr

+44 143 835 7467

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Car hire locations in or near Hitchin

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Travelling to a place near Hitchin?

Hire a car at Hitchin if you plan to visit one of these locations
Newport
Rye
Beaconsfield
Marlow
Chipping Norton
Arundel
Brockenhurst
Lymington
Deal
Farnham
Ely
Hook
Tring
Lewes
Burford
Littlehampton
Lyndhurst
Woodbridge
Cobham
Sudbury

Car hire insurance in Hitchin

Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) & Theft Protection Waiver

Some Hitchin car providers already include Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) and Theft Protection Waiver into the hire price but not all of them. We recommend being aware of your coverage when hiring a car in Hitchin.

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Deductible

Keep in mind that car hire insurances often have a deductible clause, which is the amount you’ll have to pay if something happens during the time of your hire. If you want to avoid unwanted surprises, you should consider adding a non-deductible option to your Hitchin car hire.

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Everything you need to know for your car hire in Hitchin

Hitchin car hire information

Pick-up locationHitchin
Car typesSmall, SUV
Hire locations0
Airport locations0
Popular agenciesTuro