Preston car hires from £21/day

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a KAYAK user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Preston with a pick-up date of 17/10 and drop-off date of 12/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheap car hire in Preston

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Toyota Corolla car
Toyota Corolla
or similar Small
4
2
4-5
M
£28/day
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Toyota Camry car
Toyota Camry
or similar Medium
5
3
4-5
M
£33/day
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Ford Ranger car
Ford Ranger
or similar Large
5
2
2/4
M
£68/day
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Hyundai H-1 car
Hyundai H-1
or similar Van
5
2
4-5
M
£83/day
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Hyundai Venue car
Hyundai Venue
or similar SUV
4
2
4-5
M
£21/day
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Mazda CX-5 car
Mazda CX-5
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
M
£32/day
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Most popular car type

Compact

KAYAK’s insights & trends for Preston car hire

Check out the latest trends and booking tips to hire a car in Preston with confidence.

How far in advance should you book car hire in Preston?

You should book your car hire in Preston around 66 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Preston?

In the past 72 hours, the cheapest hire cars were found at Sixt (£23.60/day), Hertz (£24.54/day), and Thrifty (£26.05/day). The cheapest car hire price was found at Sixt 335 Bell Street (0.9 mi from city centre).

What is the best car hire company in Preston?

Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car hire companies in Preston are Firefly (10.0), Budget (9.1), and Hertz (8.8).
Firefly
Firefly
Rated 10.0/10
Budget
Budget
Rated 9.1/10
Hertz
Hertz
Rated 8.8/10
Sixt
Sixt
Rated 7.6/10

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Preston?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Preston is May at an average cost of £21/day. December is the most expensive month to hire a car in Preston when prices are £37/day on average, which tends to be 5% above the yearly average hire price for Preston.

What car hire company in Preston has the most locations?

Atlas Car & Truck Rental, Avis, Budget and Firefly operate 1 location each in Preston, more than any other car hire company.
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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Preston

  • Hire a car in Preston to have immediate access to leafy towns just outside of Melbourne, such as Healesville, Kingslake and Yarra Glen. Travelling directly north or south from Preston on public transport is straightforward; however, reaching areas to the west or east, such as Parkville and Camberwell, requires multiple train and bus connections. Driving to Melbourne Zoo takes roughly 20min from Preston while a public transport journey is around 40min, providing the wait between buses and trains isn’t long. Picking up a hire car at Melbourne International Airport (MEL) saves you time and allows you to get to Preston in about 30min, with public transport routes passing through the CBD and taking over 1h 15min.
  • Travellers arriving at Terminal 1, 2 or 3 of Melbourne International Airport should use the covered walkways to reach the car hire facility, on the ground floor of the T123 Car Park. No shuttle is required for hire companies with offices on airport grounds as the vehicles are parked directly behind the car hire facility. A designated collection lane is located directly outside Terminal 2 for off-site companies providing a shuttle.
  • Tram tracks pass through the centre of Preston and drivers must be careful not to block the path of oncoming trams. As trams approach stops where passengers board and disembark, cars must stop behind the tram and wait until it is moving again before passing. There are level crossings at Bell and Preston train stations, and vehicles are not permitted to pass until the boom gates are fully open and the signals have stopped flashing.
  • Traffic is the worst in Preston between 07:30–09:30 and 15:30–19:30. The major arterial roads of Bell St, High St, St Georges Rd and Plenty Rd experience the worst congestion; drivers should expect delays when travelling during these peak periods. Preston can experience heavy rain during the winter months and it’s advised that you familiarise yourself with the windscreen wipers and defroster in your hire car to ensure visibility is optimised.

FAQs about car hire in Preston

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Preston?

    Tight lanes and tram tracks make compact cars ideal for Preston. The small models navigate traffic swiftly with tight turning circles, while also squeezing into on-street parking spaces. Intermediate cars also have no issue driving on Preston roads, offering greater cabin space and storage in the boot.

  • What’s the speed limit in Preston?

    Unless signposts indicate otherwise, the default speed limit is 50 km/h. Bell St and Plenty Rd are set at 60 km/h, while high pedestrian sections of High St are reduced to 40 km/h. School zones are enforced between 08:00–09:30 and 14:30–16:00 at 40 km/h.

  • Where are the best places to park in Preston?

    Free parking is available at Preston and Bell train stations; however, spaces fill up quickly on weekday mornings. Preston Market, on Cramer St, offers 4h of parking for approximately A$ 5.

  • Which car hire agencies are at Melbourne airport (MEL)?

    Car hire companies onsite at Melbourne airport include Bargain Car Rentals, Big Boy Car Rentals, Simba Car Hire, Alpha, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Advance Car And Truck Rental, Yesaway and Alamo.

  • Which car hire companies will pick you up at Melbourne airport (MEL)?

    Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Melbourne airport to off-airport locations include Sixt, Bargain Car Rentals, Alpha, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Alamo.

  • How can I find car hires near me in Preston?

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

  • How much does a Compact car hire cost in Preston?

    A Compact car hire in Preston costs £22 per day, on average.

  • Should I get insurance when hiring a car in Preston?

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

Preston car hire reviews and directory

 
All ratings and reviews are collected from KAYAK users with a verified car hire booking. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.

Firefly

10.0

Wonderful

One location in Preston

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Locations in Preston

234-242 High St

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Budget

9.1

Wonderful

One location in Preston

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Locations in Preston

342 Murray Rd

+61 3 9471 5655

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 17:00
Sunday08:00 - 17:00

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Hertz

8.8

Very Good

One location in Preston

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Locations in Preston

234-242 High St

+61 3 9484 4178

Monday07:30 - 17:00
Tuesday07:30 - 17:00
Wednesday07:30 - 17:00
Thursday07:30 - 17:00
Friday07:30 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 17:00

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Sixt

7.6

Good

One location in Preston

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Locations in Preston

335 Bell Street

+61 3 9953 4111

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 17:00
Sunday08:00 - 17:00

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Thrifty

7.5

Good

One location in Preston

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Locations in Preston

234-242 High St

+61 136139

Monday07:30 - 17:00
Tuesday07:30 - 17:00
Wednesday07:30 - 17:00
Thursday07:30 - 17:00
Friday07:30 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 17:00

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Avis

7.4

Good

One location in Preston

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Locations in Preston

638-644 High Street

+61 3 9478 6511

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 17:00
Sunday08:00 - 17:00

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keddy by Europcar

7.6

Good

One location in Preston

Locations in Preston

580 High Street

+61 399 546 200

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 17:00
Sunday08:00 - 17:00

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Routes Car & Truck Rentals

4.8

Mediocre

One location in Preston

Locations in Preston

580 High St

+61 3 9954 6200

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 17:00
Sunday09:00 - 13:00

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Atlas Car & Truck Rental

No score available yet

One location in Preston

Locations in Preston

360 Murray Road Preston, VIC

+61 383 366 100

Opening times not available

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Sunnycars

No score available yet

One location in Preston

Locations in Preston

234-242 High Street

Opening times not available

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Car hire locations in or near Preston

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Travelling to a place near Preston?

Hire a car at Preston if you plan to visit one of these locations
Brighton
Phillip Island
Apollo Bay
St Kilda
Torquay
Doncaster
Daylesford
Mornington
Lorne
Sorrento

Car hire insurance in Preston

Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) & Theft Protection Waiver

Some Preston 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 Preston.

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Deductible

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 Preston car hire.

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Everything you need to know for your car hire in Preston

Preston car hire information

Pick-up locationPreston
Car typesCompact, Compact SUV, Full-size, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Passenger van
Hire locations10
Airport locations0
Popular agenciesHertz, keddy by Europcar, Sixt, Thrifty

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