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KAYAK’s insights & trends for Gloucester car hire
Check out the latest trends and booking tips to hire a car in Gloucester with confidence.
How far in advance should you book car hire in Gloucester?
You should book your car hire in Gloucester around 52 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Gloucester?
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest hire cars were found at keddy by Europcar (£17.87/day), Europcar (£19.58/day), and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (£22.76/day). The cheapest car hire price was found at keddy by Europcar The White House, 10 Hempsted Lane (0.3 mi from city centre).
What is the best car hire company in Gloucester?
Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car hire companies in Gloucester are Routes Car & Truck Rentals (10.0, 1 review), Europcar (10.0, 1 review), and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.1).
Routes Car & Truck Rentals
Rated 10.0/10
Europcar
Rated 10.0/10
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Rated 8.1/10
Avis
Rated 7.5/10
What is the most popular car to hire in Gloucester?
Intermediate cars (Skoda Octavia or similar) are the most popular type of vehicle to hire in Gloucester. Intermediate cars in Gloucester cost £85/day on average, though some users have found deals as low as £34/day.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Gloucester?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Gloucester is March at an average cost of £28/day. August is the most expensive month to hire a car in Gloucester when prices are £62/day on average, which tends to be 19% above the yearly average hire price for Gloucester.
What car hire company in Gloucester has the most locations?
keddy by Europcar operates 3 locations in Gloucester, more than any other car hire company.
Take in this cathedral city in the best way possible, with a car hire in Gloucester. Enjoy the flexibility and freedom that car hire gives you, so you can visit the top tourist sites at your leisure. Not only does car hire in Gloucester give you a great chance to see this charming city itself, but you can also explore popular sites outside of the city too, such as the picturesque Cotswolds. Be at one with nature and take a 20-minute drive to Crickley Hill Country Park, which is much faster and more convenient than alternative transport methods like the bus.
Around a one hour drive, or 60 miles, from Gloucester is one of the largest airports in England, Birmingham Airport (BHX). At this airport you’ll find a large selection of vehicles that you can hire from numerous rental companies. Well known rental companies, such as SIXT and Europcar, are easy to find inside the airport, as they are located in the Arrivals Hall. All you need to do is follow the signs to the car hire desks within the Arrivals Hall, which is inside the main terminal building.
Gloucester is a cathedral city in the south-west of England and is relatively simple to drive around, especially if you have the added benefit of a sat nav in your Gloucester hire car. An extremely popular city with tourists, you’ll find it will get very busy in the town centre, especially around Gloucester Cathedral, where it’s important to stay alert to pedestrians crossing the road without warning. Gloucester is also a cycle-friendly city, so there are often several cyclists on the roads. So, be sure to keep an eye-out for cyclists within your immediate vicinity and to give them a wide berth when overtaking.
A relatively peaceful part of the UK, Gloucester still has its busy moments on the road. Due to lots of locals commuting to work in Bristol, rush hour (between 8:00 and 9:00 and 17:00 to 18:00) can lead to the roads getting very busy. During these busier periods, it will take longer to get to your destination. Corinium Avenue can get particularly busy, as it connects Gloucester to the M5, which goes towards Bristol. Due to the popular tourist attractions, such as the cathedral and the nearby Cotswolds, you can expect an influx of people over the weekend, which makes driving and parking in the city harder than during quieter periods.
A valid driver's licence accepted in the United Kingdom is among the prerequisites for getting a hire car in Gloucester. You will need an International Driving Permit or a driving licence from your home country written in English if you are from outside the United Kingdom. The minimum age to hire a car here is 21; however, some hire companies might have a minimum age of 25 years. It's always a good idea to ask the car agency about any limitations, such as restrictions on how far you can drive the vehicle from the city.
Gloucester is a city that has plenty to do and see in and around the city. The Jet Age Museum is among the locations you can visit in your Gloucester hire car. The museum is roughly 6 miles from the city centre, and driving there will take approximately 15min. Another site is the Nature in Art Museum, located roughly 2 miles from the city centre. It will take you around 5min to complete the journey. Cheap car hire in Gloucester will allow you to reduce travel time and enhance your comfort while travelling through the destinations.
Depending on the hire company you choose and the vehicle you hire, there are many extras you may add to cheap car hire in Gloucester. Most car hire agencies provide several standard extras, such as GPS navigation. You can travel about Gloucester with the help of GPS navigation systems offered by several Gloucester car hire companies. Additionally, to improve safety on icy or snowy roads, consider fitting your hire car with snow chains or winter tyres if you visit Gloucester in the winter. You can also install a roof rack on your vehicle if you need more luggage space. These accessories are intended to increase your comfort and safety while driving through the city.
25% of our users found a car hire in Gloucester for £33 or less
Intermediate hire cars in Gloucester are around 32% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about car hire in Gloucester
What type of car is recommended for driving in Gloucester?
For Gloucester itself, a smaller car is beneficial to help navigate the compact roads of the city centre. However, if you are exploring further afield into the Cotswolds, then a 4x4 or a larger car will be more suitable.
What’s the speed limit in Gloucester?
Gloucester has many residential zones that have a speed limit of 20mph. Other parts of the city centre are 30mph, so always keep an eye out for signs that tell you the speed limit. Roads such as Corinium Avenue have a speed limit of 50mph before you get to the M5, which has a national speed limit of 70mph.
Where are the best places to park in Gloucester?
Starting from around £2.50 for 2h, you can park at Gloucester Quays Car Park. The price goes up incrementally to about £12 for 24h. The car park is located close to the city centre, near to Gloucester War Memorial. There are also many other car parks you can park in, like Westgate Street Car Park, which starts from about £1.10 per hour. These can be booked online on the Gloucester City Council website before your arrival at your destination.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Gloucester?
On average a car hire in Gloucester costs £49 per day.
Which car hire agencies are at Gloucestershire airport (GLO)?
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
How much does an Economy car hire cost in Gloucester?
An Economy car hire in Gloucester costs £41 per day, on average.
How much does a Compact car hire cost in Gloucester?
A Compact car hire in Gloucester costs £46 per day, on average.
How much does a Standard car hire cost in Gloucester?
A Standard car hire in Gloucester costs £129 per day, on average.
What is the most popular car hire location in Gloucester?
In Gloucester, cars are most frequently hired at Enterprise Rent-A-Car 318 Bristol Rd (2 miles from city centre).
Should I get insurance when hiring a car in Gloucester?
Most car hire providers in Gloucester offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car hire in Gloucester, check out KAYAK's car hire insurance guide.
What are the road trips to take from Gloucester?
There are a couple of destinations to which you can easily drive with a cheap car hire in Gloucester. Among the destinations you can travel to include Worcester, a town located only about 28 miles from Gloucester; it will take roughly 40min to drive to your destination via Gloucester car hire.
What EV charging stations are available in Gloucester?
Plenty of charging stations are available for those who wish to recharge their electric hire car in Gloucester. Among the popular charging stations you can choose to recharge your vehicle are Osprey Charging Stations, bp pulse charging stations and GeniePoint Charging Stations.
Everything was great; needed a small car for a week and it was all good except I now know I would by a Dacia despite all the extras they include, for a week though it was ok
Some Gloucester 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 Gloucester.
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 Gloucester car hire.
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