Question 1

How much does it cost to hire a car in London?

Accepted Answer

On average a car hire in London costs £31 per day. Search car hire on KAYAK

Question 2

What is the cheapest car hire company in London?

Accepted Answer

In the past 72 hours, the cheapest car hires were found at SURPRICE CAR RENTAL (£11/day), GREEN MOTION (£12/day) and U-Save (£12/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest hire car price was found at SURPRICE CAR RENTAL Vista Centre Salisbury Road UB7 0JE (14 miles from the city centre). Search car hire on KAYAK

Question 3

What is the best car hire company in London?

Accepted Answer

Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car hire companies in London are Sixt (7.6, 72 reviews), Europcar (7.4, 69 reviews), and Budget (7.3, 65 reviews). Search car hire on KAYAK

Question 4

How much is the price of fuel in London?

Accepted Answer

The average price of fuel in London is £5.16 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between £62 and £82, depending on the car size. Search car hire on KAYAK

Question 5

What is the most popular car hire in London?

Accepted Answer

Premium (Volkswagen Golf or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in London. Search car hire on KAYAK

Question 6

Which car hire agencies are at Heathrow airport (LHR)?

Accepted Answer

Car hire companies onsite at Heathrow airport include GREEN MOTION, DRIVALIA, SURPRICE CAR RENTAL, Europcar, Budget, Hertz, Sixt, U-Save, keddy by Europcar and Avis. Search car hire on KAYAK

Question 7

Which car hire agencies are at Gatwick airport (LGW)?

Accepted Answer

Car hire companies onsite at Gatwick airport include Budget, Hertz, U-Save, keddy by Europcar, Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Dollar. Search car hire on KAYAK

Question 8

Which car hire agencies are at Stansted airport (STN)?

Accepted Answer

Car hire companies onsite at Stansted airport include GREEN MOTION, DRIVALIA, Budget, Alamo, keddy by Europcar, Routes Car & Truck Rentals and National. Search car hire on KAYAK

Question 9

Which car hire companies will pick you up at Heathrow airport (LHR)?

Accepted Answer

Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Heathrow airport to off-airport locations include GREEN MOTION, Europcar, Budget, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Hertz, Alamo, Sixt, Avis, Dollar and National. Search car hire on KAYAK

Question 10

Which car hire companies will pick you up at Gatwick airport (LGW)?

Accepted Answer

Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Gatwick airport to off-airport locations include GREEN MOTION, Europcar, Budget, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Hertz, Alamo, Sixt, keddy by Europcar, Avis and Dollar. Search car hire on KAYAK

Question 11

Which car hire companies will pick you up at Stansted airport (STN)?

Accepted Answer

Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Stansted airport to off-airport locations include GREEN MOTION, Europcar, Budget, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Hertz, Alamo, Sixt, keddy by Europcar, Avis and Dollar. Search car hire on KAYAK

Question 12

How can I find car hires near me in London?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 13

How much does a Premium car hire cost in London?

Accepted Answer

A Premium car hire in London costs £41 per day, on average. Search car hire on KAYAK

Question 14

How much does a Standard car hire cost in London?

Accepted Answer

A Standard car hire in London costs £42 per day, on average. Search car hire on KAYAK

Question 15

How much does an Economy car hire cost in London?

Accepted Answer

An Economy car hire in London costs £40 per day, on average. Search car hire on KAYAK

Question 16

What is the most popular car hire location in London?

Accepted Answer

In London, cars are most frequently hired at SURPRICE CAR RENTAL Vista Centre Salisbury Road (14 miles from city centre). Search car hire on KAYAK

Question 17

How much does a car hire in London cost for a week?

Accepted Answer

On average a car hire in London costs £214 per week (£31 per day). Search car hire on KAYAK

Question 18

How much does a car hire in London cost for a month?

Accepted Answer

On average a car hire in London costs £916 per month (£31 per day). Search car hire on KAYAK

Question 19

Should I get insurance when hiring a car in London?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 20

What type of car is recommended for driving in London?

Accepted Answer

A mini or compact car is the recommended option in London for travelers who don't require much space for passengers or luggage, as they are easiest to drive and park around the city. Search car hire on KAYAK

Question 21

What’s the speed limit in London?

Accepted Answer

The speed limit in the UK is 30 miles per hour (48 kilometers per hour) on urban roads with street lighting, 60 mph (97 kph) on single roadways, and 70 mph (115 kph) on dual roadways and freeways. However, in some parts of inner-city London, speed limits are set at 20 mph (32 kph). Search car hire on KAYAK

Question 22

Where are the best places to park in London?

Accepted Answer

Street parking can be both extremely hard to find and pricey in central London. However, parking in The City of London, the central district, is free after 6:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, after 1:30 p.m. on Saturdays, and all day on Sundays. Most street parking spots will be metered, and depending on the areas, it can cost anywhere between £1 and £5 per hour (approximately $1.30-$6.40). Search car hire on KAYAK

Question 23

Can I drive with my car hire in the centre of London?

Accepted Answer

One thing that you should look for, when driving with your car hire in the London city centre is the Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ). This zone covers all areas within the North and South Circular roads. ULEZ is in operation 24 hours a day, all year round, except Christmas Day and your car hire should meet certain emission standards, otherwise, you must pay a daily charge. Search car hire on KAYAK

Question 24

What should I keep an eye out for when driving in London?

Accepted Answer

London is an extremely busy city, with there being thousands of cyclists utilising the roads each day. Whilst much of London has dedicated cycle paths, there are still plenty of roads that combine bikes and cars. For this reason, you should be extra vigilant when driving, especially as some cyclists jump red lights and undertake. It's advised to regularly check your mirrors, particularly when coming to a roundabout or turn. Search car hire on KAYAK