Peterborough car hires from £19/day

Present-day Peterborough is a modern city, which means that most vehicles should have little difficulty on streets in the city centre. Of course, small economy cars and compacts are always easier to manage and park, but you do sacrifice a bit of comfort when compared with an SUV or other luxury vehicle.

The mandatory speed limit on all city streets within the precincts of Peterborough is 20mph. In certain areas outside populated zones or commercial districts, speeds can increase to 30mph to ease the flow of traffic. The A15, A47 and A1139 all carry maximum limits of 50mph, which can increase the further outside the city you drive. Boongate Roundabout is a prime area where CCTV and traffic cams are in effect, so be wary of yielding vehicles, cyclists and motorcycles in the area.

Peterborough City Council offers on-street metered parking on several of its streets. These pay-and-display areas are always short stay and though the tariff is constant (£1.50) the time limit can vary from 30min up to 2h. Please note that between 20:30-08:00 on-street parking is free throughout the city, if you can find a spot. The Council also administers a dozen or so car parks where you can leave your Peterborough car hire and enjoy daytime or evening pleasures. The rate at these garages ranges from £1-£2 per hour and a few are multi-storey facilities.

On average a car hire in Peterborough costs £82 per day.

The only car hire company onsite at Cambridge airport is keddy by Europcar.

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

An Economy car hire in Peterborough costs £41 per day, on average.

A Full Size car hire in Peterborough costs £76 per day, on average.

A Standard car hire in Peterborough costs £35 per day, on average.

In Peterborough, cars are most frequently hired at Europcar London Road Service Station (1 miles from city centre).

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

The minimum age to hire a car in Peterborough varies depending on the car hire company, but it's generally 21 years old. However, some companies like Enterprise and Sixt require drivers to be 23 or older to hire certain types of cars. It's always a good idea to check with the car hire company in advance to confirm their age requirements and any potential age-related surcharges.

To hire a car in Peterborough, you will typically need to provide a valid driver's licence, passport, and a credit or debit card in your name. Some Peterborough car hire companies such as Enterprise, Europcar, Avis, Hertz, and Budget may also require additional identification or documentation, such as proof of address or a second form of photo ID. It's always a good idea to check with the specific car hire company you plan to use to confirm their documentation requirements before you arrive.