Cambridge car hires from £32/day

Unless it is winter, there is no need for a 4-wheel-drive car, but a compact car is a wise decision to make in either case. Travelers who do not need too much luggage space or have many people with them will benefit from the mobility of a smaller car. With traffic conditions sometimes getting extreme in the city, a smaller car is easier to navigate and maneuver around.

Do not drive over 25 mph within the city limits of Cambridge, and slow down in narrower parts of the city. Outside Cambridge, drivers are permitted to go as fast as 50 mph, but check the posted speed limit signs, as regulations can change from street to street (usually between 45 and up to 65 mph is possible). Freeways permit drivers to drive up to 65 mph.

Finding parking in Cambridge can require some patience and time, but it becomes considerably easier when knowing where it is possible. The coveted on-street parking spaces are metered, so have quarters ready to feed the machine accordingly. Time restrictions usually apply from 8 am to 8 pm. There are also parking lots and garages available, which are certainly the best choice if parking overnight, but also quite pricey with an average rate of $20-30 per night.

In the past 72 hours, the cheapest car hires were found at Hertz (£32/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest hire car price was found at Hertz 24 Eliot St 02138-5746 (1 miles from the city centre).

The average price of fuel in Cambridge is £2.76 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between £33 and £44, depending on the car size.

Intermediate (Toyota RAV4 or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Cambridge.

Car hire companies onsite at Logan Intl airport include Budget, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and National.

Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Logan Intl airport to off-airport locations include Budget, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and National.

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

An Intermediate car hire in Cambridge costs £56 per day, on average.

A Standard car hire in Cambridge costs £48 per day, on average.

A Full Size car hire in Cambridge costs £137 per day, on average.

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