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Economy | £16/day |
Compact | £17/day |
Intermediate | £24/day |
People carrier | £75/day |
Full-size SUV | £68/day |
Mini | £15/day |
Compact SUV | £24/day |
Intermediate SUV | £26/day |
Supplier choice | £41/day |
Especially drivers who are not used to driving on the left side of the road may want to choose a smaller car to be able to maneuver more easily. Additionally, a compact car requires less gas, and petrol is pretty expensive in the UK when compared to the US.
Unlike most European countries, miles are used for posting the speed limit in the UK. Around schools and highly pedestrian zones, 20 mph is permitted, while 30 mph is the limit for the rest of the city. Country roads allow between 60 and 70 mph, while freeways (called motorways in England and marked with an “M”) permit up to 70 mph.
There are various parking facilities available in Leicester, including city council garages and lots, such as in Victoria Park, on Dover Street, or in Phoenix Square. Rates are around £1 ($1.28) per hour in the city center and per two or three hours further out of town. Metered on-street parking is also an option, with prices around £3 ($3.84) per two hours.
On average a car hire in Leicester costs £40 per day.
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest car hires were found at GREEN MOTION (£15/day), keddy by Europcar (£24/day) and Europcar (£45/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest hire car price was found at GREEN MOTION Green Motion Leicester North 291B Melton Road LE4 7AN (2 miles from the city centre).
The average price of fuel in Leicester is £5.56 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between £67 and £89, depending on the car size.
Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Leicester.
Car hire companies onsite at Birmingham airport include GREEN MOTION, DRIVALIA, Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Europcar, Sixt, keddy by Europcar, Hertz, Budget and Avis.
Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Birmingham airport to off-airport locations include GREEN MOTION, Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Europcar, Sixt, keddy by Europcar, Hertz, Budget, Avis and National.
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
A Standard car hire in Leicester costs £50 per day, on average.
An Economy car hire in Leicester costs £41 per day, on average.
A Mini car hire in Leicester costs £88 per day, on average.
In Leicester, cars are most frequently hired at GREEN MOTION St Nicholas Circle (1 miles from city centre).
On average a car hire in Leicester costs £277 per week (£40 per day).
On average a car hire in Leicester costs £1,186 per month (£40 per day).
Most car hire providers in Leicester offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car hire in Leicester, check out KAYAK's car hire insurance guide.
Most Leicester car hire companies require a valid driver's licence, passport or national ID, and a credit card in the driver's name for security purposes. Some companies may also require additional documents, so make sure you check beforehand. Drivers need to be at least 21 years old with one year of driving experience, minimum. However, some companies may have higher age restrictions, so it's best to check before booking. Typically, if you're younger than 25, Leicester car hire companies will charge an additional young driver surcharge.
Leicester is surrounded by beautiful countryside and charming towns that make it an excellent starting point for road trips with a hire car. The Peak District, known for its stunning landscapes, is a popular destination that can be reached in less than an hour's drive. Alternatively, the Cotswolds, an area of outstanding natural beauty, offers picturesque villages and rolling hills and is just a short drive from Leicester. The historic town of Stratford-upon-Avon, the birthplace of William Shakespeare, is another popular destination that can be reached in just over an hour's drive. A hire car provides the flexibility to explore these destinations at your own pace, making it an ideal way to experience the surrounding areas of Leicester.
2 locations in Leicester
Locations in Leicester
33 St Matthews Way
+44 371 384 0294
James House
+44 116 204 5066
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4.0 Mediocre
May 2024
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248 Loughborough Road
+44 116 268 2111
29 Lutterworth Road
+44 116 244 0808
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8.4 Very Good
Jul 2016
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Dec 2021
3 locations in Leicester
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33 St Matthews Way
+44 371 384 0294
James House
+44 116 204 5066
Leicester City Football Club Filbert Way
+44 371 384 1139
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145 Humberstone Road
+44 20 7018 8246
17 King Street
+44-8444993399
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Jun 2017
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Dysart Way, Oakstead Garages
+44 843 309 3040
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1 Samuel Street
+44 344 544 3979
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1 Samuel Street
+44 344 544 6071
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Oakstead Garages
+44 843 309 3040
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Green Motion Leicester North 291B Melton Road
+44 116 296 5088
St Nicholas Circle
+44 116 243 7676
The Old Filling Station, St Nicholas Circle, Leicester, Leicestershire
+44 116 243 7676
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Freemans Common Road
+44 116 255 7567
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Leicester City Football Club Filbert Way
+44 371 384 0294
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1 Byron St
+44 116 262 0444
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Most popular agency | GREEN MOTION |
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Most popular car type | Standard |
Average price | £40/day |
Good deal | £29/day |
Some Leicester 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 Leicester.
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 Leicester car hire.
Pick-up location | Leicester |
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Car types | Compact, Compact SUV, Economy, Full-size SUV, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Mini, People carrier, Supplier choice |
Hire locations | 26 |
Airport locations | 0 |
Popular agencies | keddy by Europcar, GREEN MOTION , Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Europcar |