Pros: I got bigger car than I booked but the staff went more than beyond to offer me other option to switch for smaller car. Returning car was also very easy process.
2 travellers who hired a car in Stansted (Essex) gave the car agency they used an average rating of 9.0
Car hire locations in or near Stansted (Essex)
Good to know
Most popular agency
GREEN MOTION
Most popular car type
Compact
Average price
£16/day
Good deal
£11/day
When to book a car hire in Stansted (Essex)
Average daily price per month
Car hire prices as pick-up date approaches
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Top tips for hiring a car in Stansted (Essex)
Visitors to Stansted are highly recommended to rent a vehicle during their time in the city, simply so that they can take full advantage of England’s wonderful sights and local culture. One great option for visitors to Stansted is to take a quick trip down to the National Trust Hatfield Forest. Located just 6.4 miles away, it is a former royal hunting ground with trees that date back to over a 1,000 years ago.
Travelers arriving at London Stansted Airport will find the hire car companies in the Car Rental Village. You can reach the village by taking the free shuttle that departs from the terminal forecourt.
It is illegal to use a cell phone or other hand-held device while driving in Stansted and throughout the U.K. This includes texting, phone calls, and using your phone as a GPS device while driving and when stopped at a traffic light. To legally use a cell phone, drivers must have it a hands-free mode. Additionally, if using it for navigation, the phone must be programmed ahead of time as you cannot enter the address while operating the vehicle.
Due to its proximity to London, Stansted does experience general commuter rush hour woes. During the work week, rush hour usually starts up shortly after 7:00 a.m. and lasts until 9:00 a.m. The afternoon and evening rush hour generally goes from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 or 7:00 p.m.
25% of our users found a car hire in Stansted (Essex) for £11 or less
Book your car hire in Stansted (Essex) at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
Mini car hires in Stansted (Essex) are around 83% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about hiring a car in Stansted (Essex)
How much does it cost to hire a car in Stansted (Essex)?
On average a hire car in Stansted (Essex) costs £16 per day.
What is the most popular car hire in Stansted (Essex)?
Compact (Ford Focus or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Stansted (Essex).
What is the cheapest car hire agency in Stansted (Essex)?
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest car hires were found at GREEN MOTION (£10/day), Avis (£28/day) and Sixt (£30/day).
Which car hire agencies are at the airport: Gatwick airport (LGW)?
What is the cheapest car hire location in Stansted (Essex)?
In the last 72 hours the cheapest hire car price was found at GREEN MOTION London Regatta Centre, Dockside Road - In Terminal E16 2QT (28 miles from the city centre).
How can I find a car hire near me in Stansted (Essex)?
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 Stansted (Essex)?
A Compact car hire in Stansted (Essex) costs £23 per day, on average.
How much does a Economy car hire cost in Stansted (Essex)?
A Economy car hire in Stansted (Essex) costs £15 per day, on average.
How much does a Premium car hire cost in Stansted (Essex)?
A Premium car hire in Stansted (Essex) costs £17 per day, on average.
What is the most popular car hire location in Stansted (Essex)?
In Stansted (Essex), cars are most frequently hired at GREEN MOTION Novotel London Stansted Hotel Round Coppice Road (2 miles from city centre).
How much does it cost to hire a car for a week in Stansted (Essex)?
On average hiring a car in Stansted (Essex) costs £115 per week (£16 per day).
How much does it cost to hire a car long term for a month in Stansted (Essex)?
On average a car hire in Stansted (Essex) costs £493 per month (£16 per day).
What type of car is recommended for driving in Stansted?
Like many European cities, Stansted dates back to long before automobiles. What this means for drivers is that many of the streets are better suited for smaller vehicles like compacts, sedans, and coupes than they are for large SUVs or trucks. Parking spaces, especially as you get closer to London proper, are often limited in number and size, making them much better suited to smaller cars.
What's the speed limit in Stansted?
Roads within built-up areas of Stansted typically feature speed limits of 30 mph. On divided highways (“dual carriageways”) and undivided highways (“single carriageways”), on the other hand, the speed limit goes up to 70 mph and 60 mph, respectively. Motorways in the city also feature speed limits of 70 mph.
How are gas prices in Stansted?
Petrol costs an average of £1.31 ($1.67) per liter in Stansted, which equates to roughly £4.96 ($6.31) per gallon. This is slightly above average for prices in Europe, but is right inline with other petrol prices in the U.K.
Where are the best places to park in Stansted?
Drivers will find that parking is widely available and much cheaper in Stansted compared to other neighboring English towns, particularly compared to the prices seen in downtown London. There are also plenty of parking lots and garages available in the more densely populated parts of town where streetside parking may be limited. Outside of the most popular areas, streetside parking is the predominant method of parking and is often easily and immediately available.
