Hounslow car hires from £19/day

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car hire in Hounslow with a pick-up date of 13/6 and drop-off date of 18/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Hounslow car hire information

Pick-up locationHounslow
Car typesCompact, Compact SUV, Economy, Full-size SUV, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Luxury, Mini, Premium
Hire locations11
Airport locations7
Popular agenciesAlamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, National

Cheap car hire in Hounslow

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Economy£19/day
Compact£19/day
Intermediate£39/day
Full-size SUV£36/day
Mini£19/day
Premium£33/day
Luxury£50/day
Compact SUV£22/day
Intermediate SUV£24/day
Best prices found by KAYAK users in the past 48 hours.

KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Hounslow

  • Bear in mind that Hounslow is in the Ultra Low Emission Zone, so a congestion charge of roughly £12.50 may apply while driving your hire car in Hounslow. This will be in place from August 2023. It doesn't apply to all cars, so ask your Hounslow car hire company if they can suggest a more environmentally friendly vehicle to avoid the charge. The zone is in effect 24 hours a day, seven days a week. If you drive into Central London, be aware of the Congestion Charge Zone, which carries a roughly £15 fee for certain vehicles. This zone is generally only in effect between 6 am and 7 pm on weekdays and 12 pm and 6 pm on weekends.
  • Electric vehicles can be an excellent choice for visitors looking for cheap car hire in Hounslow. Electric or hybrid vehicles are usually exempt from congestion charges (some hybrid vehicles may receive a discount instead). This applies to both the ULEZ and the London Congestion Charge Zone. You'll find plenty of charging stations throughout Hounslow and in the surrounding areas. There are over 400 stations in Hounslow, with many located in the town centre. There are slow chargers that you can find fitted to lamp posts throughout the city, as well as fast and rapid charge points.
  • Yellow Box Junctions are quite common in London and surrounding suburbs like Hounslow. If you end up stuck in one of these hatched yellow squares, blocking another car from passing through, you could be subject to a substantial fine. Once you get outside of London, this fine is usually smaller; either way, no matter how many people are honking their horns, don't pull out into a junction unless you're sure your exit is clear.
  • The large town of Hounslow lies between London and Heathrow Airport making it a vital part of the city’s infrastructure. It may have good public transport links but only with a car hire in Hounslow can you have the ultimate experience of freedom and flexibility to travel where you want, when you want. If you enjoy long drives, visit the City of Winchester. Once the capital of England, it and its famous cathedral lie about 55 miles southwest along the M3 and is a treat for history buffs.
  • If you’re visiting Hounslow by plane, London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is less than five miles away and a perfect place to reserve your Hounslow car hire to get your explorations off to an immediate start. There are several hire car companies servicing the various Heathrow Airport terminals, including Budget, National and Avis and all are easy to find once you exit the Customs Area at the Arrivals Hall. A reservation made well in advance of your trip is essential, even more so during the peak summer season.
  • The geography of Hounslow makes it a haven for heavy-duty traffic and you shouldn’t be surprised if there are bottlenecks along key roads at various times during the day. Travelling along the M4 in either direction could spell trouble trying to penetrate the outskirts of the town while the A4 (Great West Road) and A316 (Chertsey Road) are vulnerable to congestion in the downtown area. Cyclists, motorbikes and pedestrians are plentiful here, so always be on your guard.
  • If you’re staying in downtown Hounslow, always have escape routes handy lest you get caught up in the 06:00-09:00 rush hour traffic attempting to exit the town for a day of adventure. Afternoon lunch hours (between 13:00 and 15:00), as well as the evening rush hours (18:00-20:00), may present nightmares for unsuspecting drivers. Have your sat nav at the ready in case those alternative routes become necessary.
  • 25% of our users found a car hire in Hounslow for £25 or less
  • Book your car hire in Hounslow at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Full-size car hire in Hounslow are around -165% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about car hire in Hounslow

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

    When considering a car hire in Hounslow, a compact is a standard and affordable option. Unless you’re travelling with multiple persons, in which case a full-size SUV or intermediate-sized vehicle is preferable to a compact or small economy car. Parking will also be a factor around Hounslow and should be considered prior to making your reservation.

  • What’s the speed limit in Hounslow?

    Driving at 20mph is the legal speed limit set by the London Borough of Hounslow. It’s ok to drive at 40mph along the A4 and A316 while the M3, M4 and M25 motorways have a 70mph speed limit. Be advised that speed limits will vary according to roadwork and other factors. Also, take note that CCTV and traffic cams will be employed along interchanges, junctions and most primary roads within proximity to London.

  • Where are the best places to park in Hounslow?

    Basically, a parking meter in Hounslow denotes a legal parking spot and they will accept cash, although many new ones do accept debit/credit cards. Ensure that your receipt is clearly visible to authorities or you could be subject to fines. Within Hounslow town, the Borough maintains five parking garages supplemented by private car parks you can find around key downtown spots. The Bell Road lot near the Hounslow Rail station is operated by the Borough and charges £1.80 per hour, whereas the rate at Hanworth Road near Inwood Park is £3 for 2h.

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

    On average a car hire in Hounslow costs £38 per day.

  • What is the cheapest car hire company in Hounslow?

    In the past 72 hours, the cheapest car hires were found at Enterprise Rent-A-Car (£19/day), Alamo (£22/day) and National (£40/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest hire car price was found at Enterprise Rent-A-Car Northern Perimeter Road TW6 2RY (4 miles from the city centre).

  • How much is the price of fuel in Hounslow?

    The average price of fuel in Hounslow is £5.60 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between £67 and £90, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular car hire in Hounslow?

    Full-size (BMW X3 or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Hounslow.

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

    Car hire companies onsite at Heathrow airport include GREEN MOTION, DRIVALIA, Sixt, Europcar, SURPRICE CAR RENTAL, Hertz, Budget, Avis, keddy by Europcar and Virtuo.

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

    Car hire companies onsite at Gatwick airport include Europcar, Hertz, Budget, keddy by Europcar, Dollar and Routes Car & Truck Rentals.

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

    Car hire companies onsite at Stansted airport include GREEN MOTION, DRIVALIA, Alamo, Hertz, Budget, keddy by Europcar, National and Routes Car & Truck Rentals.

  • 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 GREEN MOTION, Sixt, Europcar, Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Hertz, Budget, Avis, Dollar and National.

  • 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 GREEN MOTION, Sixt, Europcar, Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Hertz, Budget, Avis, keddy by Europcar and Dollar.

  • 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 GREEN MOTION, Sixt, Europcar, Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Hertz, Budget, Avis, keddy by Europcar and Dollar.

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

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

  • How much does a Full Size car hire cost in Hounslow?

    A Full Size car hire in Hounslow costs £169 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Standard car hire cost in Hounslow?

    A Standard car hire in Hounslow costs £46 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Compact car hire cost in Hounslow?

    A Compact car hire in Hounslow costs £75 per day, on average.

  • What is the most popular car hire location in Hounslow?

    In Hounslow, cars are most frequently hired at SURPRICE CAR RENTAL Unit 6 Sovereign Ct 633 Sipson Road (4 miles from city centre).

  • How much does a car hire in Hounslow cost for a week?

    On average a car hire in Hounslow costs £264 per week (£38 per day).

  • How much does a car hire in Hounslow cost for a month?

    On average a car hire in Hounslow costs £1,131 per month (£38 per day).

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

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

  • What are the rules regarding bus lanes in Hounslow?

    Don't be tempted to drive your hire car in bus lanes unless you are sure they aren't in operation. Cars can only use bus lanes outside of operating hours, and these vary across the city. Remember, just because you see another car doing it, doesn't mean you can too, especially if they're taxis, mopeds or motorcycles. They have more freedom to use them.

  • How old do I need to be to hire a car in Hounslow?

    The minimum age for car hire is 21; however, many Hounslow car hire companies won't accept drivers under 25. Some may also restrict the types of vehicles they hire (such as vans or premium vehicles) to drivers under 30, or charge a young driver fee; this may be particularly important when you’re looking for cheap car hire in Hounslow.

Hounslow car hire reviews and directory

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

7.0

Best rated
Cheapest deal
Most popular

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.4

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.2

Value for money

6.9

3 locations in Hounslow

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Locations in Hounslow

11 Bath Road

+44 20 8897 0463

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

25-45 Hampton Road West

+44 20 8893 4321

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

Northern Perimeter Road

+44 20 8897 2100

Monday06:00 - 23:00
Tuesday06:00 - 23:00
Wednesday06:00 - 23:00
Thursday06:00 - 23:00
Friday06:00 - 23:00
Saturday06:00 - 23:00
Sunday06:00 - 23:00

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2.0 Poor

Apr 2024

KAYAK
Overcharged on return

10.0 Wonderful

Apr 2024

KAYAK
Staff was courteous and knowledgeable and took the time.

10.0 Wonderful

Dec 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

Quick service, very friendly staff

Cons:

Everything is been perfect:)))

7.6 Good

Oct 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

The staff was very friendly and efficient both at pickup and drop off.

Cons:

When we picked up the car the staff person assisting us did the processing outside at the car. This would be OK in nice weather but it was raining when we picked up. Suggest that the procedure be done as much undercover as possible when weather is bad.

10.0 Wonderful

Jun 2019

KAYAK

Pros:

Pick up was easy. Customer service was impeccable. Value for money was excellent. And the drop off was simple and quick. Will DEFINITELY use Enterprise again whenever we travel overseas.

6.0 Okay

Jul 2018

KAYAK

Pros:

Friendly greetings at pick up and drop Off

Cons:

Gross goo on drivers seat wasn't cleaned before I rented- was in a hurry so took it- rented for longer time since family member end of life- badgered day after re rent to return car-

1 out of 11

Alamo

8.6

Very Good

8 reviews

Cleanliness

8.7

Comfort

8.7

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.9

Value for money

8.2

One location in Hounslow

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Enterprise Rent A Car

+44 20 8897 2100

Monday06:00 - 23:00
Tuesday06:00 - 23:00
Wednesday06:00 - 23:00
Thursday06:00 - 23:00
Friday06:00 - 23:00
Saturday06:00 - 23:00
Sunday06:00 - 23:00

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8.0 Very Good

Apr 2024

KAYAK
It was fine but I had some mechanical or electrical problems with the car and I called Alamo and there wasn’t a quickly solution, so I looked for help in other persons. I was in the middle of a trip and I couldn’t wait all the day for a solution

8.0 Very Good

Nov 2023

KAYAK
it seemed it took quite a while to find us a car, but everything else was very smooth and fast (especially mentioning zainab here for fast hand-in at the return)

10.0 Wonderful

Oct 2023

KAYAK
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10.0 Wonderful

Aug 2023

KAYAK
Pickup was easy - we were greeted warmly and immediately. Manjit did a nice job explaining the process. We were served quickly at drop off as well.

10.0 Wonderful

Jun 2023

KAYAK
The pick-up and drop-off process was quick and easy. Will rent from Alamo again.

10.0 Wonderful

Jul 2022

KAYAK
Very personal service and friendly efficient staff. The shuttle to T5 is literally 5 minutes making pick up and return very easy. Would recommend! Oh, and the car was brand new, economical on fuel yet great fun to drive - Nissan Juke.

1 out of 2

National

8.4

Very Good

1 review

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

8.4

Pick-up/Drop-off

9.6

Value for money

9.2

One location in Hounslow

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Enterprise Rent A Car

+44 20 8897 2100

Monday06:00 - 23:00
Tuesday06:00 - 23:00
Wednesday06:00 - 23:00
Thursday06:00 - 23:00
Friday06:00 - 23:00
Saturday06:00 - 23:00
Sunday06:00 - 23:00

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Firefly

9.6

Wonderful

No reviews available

One location in Hounslow

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9 Central Park Estate, Staines Road

+44 843 309 3029

Monday07:30 - 17:30
Tuesday07:30 - 17:30
Wednesday07:30 - 17:30
Thursday07:30 - 17:30
Friday07:30 - 17:30
Saturday08:00 - 17:00
Sunday10:00 - 16:00

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Sunnycars

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4 locations in Hounslow

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Bath Road

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Northern Perimeter Road West

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Northern Perimeter Road

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Royal Albert Docks

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Practical Car & Van Rental

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One location in Hounslow

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109 Vicarage farm road

+44 208 577 4460

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63 travellers who hired a car in Hounslow gave the car agency they used an average rating of 8.1

Car hire locations in or near Hounslow

Good to know

Most popular agency

GREEN MOTION

Most popular car type

Full-size

Average price

£38/day

Good deal

£25/day

When to book a car hire in Hounslow

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Car hire insurance in Hounslow

Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) & Theft Protection Waiver

Some Hounslow 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 Hounslow.

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 Hounslow car hire.