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Manchester car hire information
| Pick-up location | Manchester |
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| Car types | |
| Hire locations | 3 |
| Airport locations | 0 |
Cheap car hire in Manchester
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| Compact |
| Intermediate |
| Standard |
| Full-size |
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| People carrier |
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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Manchester
- Compared to public buses and taxis, car rentals in Manchester are a superior transportation choice if you want to connect to different locations inside the city. Lutz Children's Museum is one of the locations you may visit with ease in your rental car if you have children with you and want to have a fantastic time outside. Although Manchester has an efficient public transportation system that is primarily made up of buses, which are significantly less expensive, renting a car provides a number of advantages, the most important of which is more flexibility. You can choose your own departure timings and routes to your destination when you rent a car.
- You can avoid the hassle of the lengthy lines that are frequently observed at the various bus stations by renting a car from one of the Manchester car rentals at Bradley International Airport (BDL). Because it offers a greater variety of car makes and models, this airport car rental station is rated higher than most other locations in the city. Renters have a better probability of receiving a specific car type or model in this location depending on their preferences and tastes. The BDL's car rental facility is close to Terminal A, the airport's primary terminal.
- Keep in mind that it is typical for drivers to flout some fundamental traffic laws in Manchester, such as right of way and lane discipline. You will constantly be on the lookout for cars, especially big trucks, entering intersections, regardless of whether they are obstructing other drivers or not. On roadways with numerous lanes, lane changes are frequently made without signaling. As a result, when you plan to self-drive by booking car rentals in Manchester, be careful of other drivers and don't trust that they will all obey the law.
- Using car rentals in Manchester during the rush hours, which are typically between 6:30 am and 9:30 am and later from 4:30 pm to 7 pm, might be a little difficult. Most of Manchester's roadways are congested during this period, with Pleasant Valley Road and Interstate 84 (I-84) experiencing the worst traffic. Therefore, if you must travel on 5th Street Road during any of these periods, make sure to set out around 10 -30 minutes before the scheduled departure time.
- Book your car hire in Manchester at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Mini car hire in Manchester are around -561% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about car hire in Manchester
How much is the price of fuel in Manchester?
The average price of fuel in Manchester is £3.10 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between £37 and £50, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular car hire in Manchester?
Mini (Nissan Quest or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Manchester.
How can I find car hires near me in Manchester?
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
How much does a Mini car hire cost in Manchester?
A Mini car hire in Manchester costs £185 per day, on average.
How much does an Intermediate car hire cost in Manchester?
An Intermediate car hire in Manchester costs £29 per day, on average.
How much does an Economy car hire cost in Manchester?
An Economy car hire in Manchester costs £26 per day, on average.
Should I get insurance when hiring a car in Manchester?
Most car hire providers in Manchester offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car hire in Manchester, check out KAYAK's car hire insurance guide.
What type of car is recommended for driving in Manchester?
The majority of the tourist attractions that you would want to see while in Manchester are situated in regions with mountainous and uneven terrains, like Wickham Park and Case Mountain. As a result, consider an Intermediate car when renting a car in Manchester to get to these locations. This vehicle's potent engine can easily traverse steep terrain. A Compact car will be the best choice, though, if you intend to travel to locations in or close to the city center where the majority of the roads are quite narrow and parking spaces are confined.
What’s the speed limit in Manchester?
Manchester's standard speed limit is 45 mph. Therefore, make sure you are not driving your rental car faster than 45 mph in Manchester, unless you are on those zones or roads with different stated speed restrictions. School zones, residential districts, and some areas of the city center are some of the places having substantially reduced speed limits of up to 25 mph or even lower.
What are the best places to park in Manchester?
Parking lots at 201 Hale Road and 179 Deming Street are two places in Manchester where you can always find spaces to leave your rental car. It will cost you $1 per hour to park your car at any of these parking lots. In addition to this, hotel parking is a good alternative to take into account. The majority of hotels in Manchester provide its patrons with free parking as one of their services. However, hotel parking is only available to guests who are staying at one of those hotels.
Manchester car hire reviews and directory
Budget
10.0
Wonderful
37 reviewsCleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
Value for money
10.0
2 locations in Manchester
Locations in Manchester
190 Buckland Hills Drive
+1 860 648 2118
274 Leibert Road
+1 860 247 0482
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2.0 Poor
Oct 2022
2.0 Poor
Oct 2022
2.0 Poor
Sept 2020
Pros:
I didn't get the carCons:
SOMEBODY TELLINGME THE RENTAL DIDNT GO THROUGH BEFORE I SHOWED UP THERE IN AN UBER AND GOT STRANDED4.8 Mediocre
Sept 2019
Pros:
Decent car and decent drop off experience.Cons:
Upon pickup in Hartford, the employee was very unwilling to review scratches and damage prior to the trip and there was a lot. Employees were using vulgar raciest language with each other directly in the presence of several customers. Generally, terrible pickup location in an unsafe neighborhood.2.0 Poor
Jul 2019
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Did not pick up car I specifcally explained a Bradley air port area pick up and when I got to Bradley to pick up the car I was told the pick up was in Hartford the rental at the airport cost me $450 dollars more. Very unhappy9.2 Wonderful
Aug 2018
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Good car, clean, well maintained. Friendly, efficient staff.Cons:
Not enough staff at the Liebert Road site. When I picked the car up there was a thunderstorm coming up, and one poor fellow had to deal with a line of people impatient to get going, another line of people wanting to return, as well as the necessary inspections of outgoing and incoming vehicles. He should never have had to do this alone. That said, he did a great job considering the circumstances.Enterprise Rent-A-Car
7.3
Good
40 reviewsCleanliness
8.0
Comfort
8.6
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.3
Value for money
8.0
5 locations in Manchester
Locations in Manchester
289 Williams Street - East
+1 860 659 1776
298 Governor St
+1 860 289 8881
51 W Service Rd
+1 860 524 1411
560 Talcottville Rd
+1 860 875 4470
62 Buckland St
+1 860 647 7755
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2.0 Poor
Mar 2021
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When I arrived to pick up my vehicle, I was told that they had no vehicles available it would be at least two days before they had any. They blamed it on a glitch in their computer system and that they had had this problem before. It seems to me that’s a pretty massive problem they should work out, because I created a major disruption in my schedule and my plans, and Enterprise did nothing but say “sorry, try somewhere else.”10.0 Wonderful
Nov 2020
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The staff was amazing, thoughtful, and kind. When I needed to extend my rental, they made the process seamless. Thank you!Cons:
I have no complaints.6.8 Okay
Nov 2020
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friendly and accommodating staffCons:
the car's smells really bad..like someone who rented it before smoked a weed inside the car...terrible!!!!10.0 Wonderful
Apr 2019
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EXCELLENT CUSTOMER SERVICE ALL AROUND!!!!! HIGHLY RECOMMEND10.0 Wonderful
Apr 2019
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The staff there were super friendly and accommodating. The representative I dealt with, Cora, was brand new to the job but handled the whole transaction seamlessly. The return was super easy as well. They even upgraded my vehicle, for no extra charge. I would definitely rent again.9.6 Wonderful
Oct 2018
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Our flight wasn't until 7:30 p.m. and the car had to be returned at 11 a.m... We called Andrew at the Hartford location and for 4.$ extra we were able to keep the car until 4. They also allowed us to drop the car at a location closer to the airport. The experiecne made our trip that much more enjoyable. Thank you Enterprise. Your new loyal customers,Avis
10.0
Wonderful
12 reviewsCleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
Value for money
10.0
One location in Manchester
Locations in Manchester
274 Leibert Road
+1 860 241 0049
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2.0 Poor
May 2021
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Terribly understaffed, one agent with more than 20 customers waiting more than an hour. Confusion about cars, cars missing keys, awful service.Cons:
Everything.2.0 Poor
May 2021
Pros:
Very friendly and helpful! My problem is with Priceline. They scheduled this at a downtown location, which after I got off the airplane had no way to get to before closing. System shouldn’t have allowed. I selected BDL airport and couldn’t have known what street the car rental places are. Avis worked with me but airport fees made the care over $100 more. I won’t be ordering from Priceline again. I will order from Avis directly. They are great.Cons:
See above.8.0 Very Good
Jan 2021
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Drop off was easy.Cons:
Friendlier staff3.6 Poor
Oct 2020
Pros:
The convenience and service I received at the time of pick-up and drop-off. Easy and seamless.Cons:
I have never rented from Avis before but I have rented a car with other companies prior to this experience. I expected the Avis employee to walk with me to the vehicle and inspect the vehicle prior to me leaving with the vehicle. That did not happen. I was handed the keys and told I was all set. I walked to the car and noticed that it was dirty inside, leftover papers in the trunk and wrappers in the back door. About half way through my 750 mile commute I received a maintenance required notification on the dashboard for the rear seatbelts. I didn’t use the rear seat belts at all during my trip. The notification continued to prompt every time I would start the car. Just didn’t make me feel safe that all services/recalls weren’t serviced prior to letting a customer take the vehicle as a rental, especially with my lengthy trip.10.0 Wonderful
Dec 2019
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Super easy drop off and pick up!9.6 Wonderful
Oct 2017
Pros:
So I mistakenly thought I booked the car for the Avis location close to the airport. Took the Avis shuttle from airport to their facility, and when the agreement screen popped up, the price showed as being close to $600!! I showed the clerk my reservation, with the price I agreed to as being $136, and the clerk said “Oh, I see the problem. Your booking is with the downtown Avis location, not the airport location.” So I used a rideshare app to go the 20 minutes to the proper facility, and got the price I was promised. But - are you freaking KIDDING ME? It costs 4 times as much for the same car, with the same company, if you rent it from the airport location instead? price gouging, anyone??? On the plus side, once I was at the proper location, the transaction was very smooth and the clerk very helpfulHertz
8.0
Very Good
3 reviewsCleanliness
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
8.0
Value for money
8.0
One location in Manchester
Locations in Manchester
290 Broad Street
+1 860 533 1193
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8.0 Very Good
Oct 2020
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Staff was friendly and helpful. Efficient. No problems in picking up car. SmoothCons:
Car had handling problems that made it hard to keep car on road evenly. Also we brought car back with way more gas than we left with and there was no recourse for a refund.2.0 Poor
Apr 2018
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The staff was completely rude and unprofessional. The car was filthy-there were even used tissues in the glove box!! We switched out one car for another and it was even more disgusting inside. Also, they made us pay to fill up the tank twice even though they gave it to us with way less than a full tank both times! I will never EVER rent a car through Hertz again.Easirent
4.6
Mediocre
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One location in Manchester
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Good to know
Most popular car type | Mini |
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When to book a car hire in Manchester
Car hire insurance in Manchester
Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) & Theft Protection Waiver
Some Manchester 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 Manchester.
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 Manchester car hire.