Lancaster car hire

Perfect for a city with plenty of narrow and historic streets, for your Lancaster car hire a compact car is always a good choice. This allows you to freely explore the urban areas of Lancaster as well as further afield. If you are planning on primarily visiting the various natural spots that can be found around Lancashire in general, then a car such as an estate model will allow you to easily navigate those country roads and appreciate England’s unspoiled scenery.

Most of the roads around Lancaster have a speed limit of 30mph, with this increasing for dual carriageways and then up to the national speed limit for motorways. Many UK cities such as Lancaster are introducing more and more 20mph zones, especially in the city centre, so always pay attention to road signs while driving.

Lancaster City Council maintains an updated list of car parking locations in and around the city, which is well worth a look at while planning your journey. Be aware that car parks are either classified as short-stay or long-stay. While prices begin at around £1.50 for the first hour in both, they can be quite different if you are planning to park your car for between 12h and 24h.

On average a car hire in Lancaster costs £39 per day.

Car hire companies onsite at Manchester airport include GREEN MOTION, Sixt and Dollar.

Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Manchester airport to off-airport locations include GREEN MOTION, Sixt and Dollar.

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

An Economy car hire in Lancaster costs £29 per day, on average.

A Mini car hire in Lancaster costs £23 per day, on average.

A Full Size car hire in Lancaster costs £124 per day, on average.

In Lancaster, cars are most frequently hired at Avis Blackpool Airport (21 miles from city centre).

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

Yes, there are some car rental companies that offer electric cars in Lancaster. Rental car companies such as Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Hertz and Avis have electric rental cars, but the number of such cars is limited. Be sure to check with each company or platform to ensure that you meet the eligibility requirements and have the necessary documentation to rent an electric car in Lancaster.

Lancaster is known for being a bike-friendly city so you're likely to encounter many cyclists while driving a cheap car hire in Lancaster. Make sure to give them plenty of space and watch out for pedestrians at crossing points. In addition, depending on the time of year, certain roads or areas of the city may be closed for events or festivals so keep an eye out for signs and plan alternate routes if necessary.