Runcorn car hires from £26/day

On average a car hire in Runcorn costs £25 per day.

Car hire companies onsite at Manchester airport include DRIVALIA, Europcar, Dollar and Sixt.

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

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

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

An Intermediate car hire in Runcorn costs £50 per day, on average.

A Full Size car hire in Runcorn costs £121 per day, on average.

In Runcorn, cars are most frequently hired at Europcar Manchester Apt Car Rental Village (19 miles from city centre).

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

You have a pretty free hand when it comes to the type of vehicle that makes the most suitable Runcorn car hire choice. A compact city car or saloon will be ideal for driving around in the town itself if you're visiting by yourself or with your partner. Families can opt for something roomier, like an MPV, which typically has nice large windows to give everyone sightseeing visibility. Cheshire's roads outside the town are in good condition, so you won't need to go as far as a 4WD if you're going road tripping. You can also hire something sportier if you want to spoil yourself a little.

The general speed limit in built-up areas is 30 mph, but keep an eye out for road signs in areas where it drops to 20 mph, like on Palacefields Avenue and in zones like The Grange Windmill Hill and Hough Green. Main thoroughfares in the town, like Runcorn Road, allow you to drive at 40 mph in certain sections. On wider roads, like the M56, you can travel up to 70 mph in places. The local council is constantly evaluating traffic conditions and residents' requests for speed limit changes, so always check the local news while you're there.

Runcorn has no shortage of car parks. There are two on the High Street alone, both free for the first 2 hours. You'll also find the same conditions at the Wellington Street car park and the one in Moor Lane. Paid car parks typically charge around £2.50 for 2 hours' worth of parking. If you're out shopping, most of the supermarkets have free parking lots, so you won't have to pay just to pop down the shops either.