Penrith car hires from £31/day

On average a car hire in Penrith costs £33 per day.

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A Standard car hire in Penrith costs £27 per day, on average.

An Economy car hire in Penrith costs £43 per day, on average.

A Mini car hire in Penrith costs £36 per day, on average.

In Penrith, cars are most frequently hired at Europcar Corner Of Junction St (17 miles from city centre).

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

Car hire in Penrith can be as friendly on the budget as it is on convenience, which is why an economy or compact car will suit just perfectly. Compact cars work well in smaller UK towns because of tight parking spaces on streets and narrow roads, and who can argue with cheaper fuel costs? However, if you feel the need for more power when traversing up mountainsides, look into a reliable SUV and get the comfort and height of a premier vehicle.

Speeding on holiday is a sure way to ruin your trip, as spot fines can be costly. However, the UK speed limit is quite standard and fair, and you shouldn’t feel the need to push it with your Penrith car hire. While driving in the inner town, keep it down to 30mph (48km); on main roads, you can push it a little further to 60mph (96km), and when you hit the motorway, you can test your cars speed at a solid 70mph (112km).

You shouldn’t have any major issues finding on-street parking in Penrith. The city only charges for parking between 8:00 am and 18:00. Follow the meter system where you see them or look for secure car parks to look after your car when out and about. You can use large establishments such as Penrith Multi Storey Car Park on Penrith New Squares or one of the smaller ones such as Bluebell Lane Parking and Drovers Lane Car Park.