Tamworth car hires from £20/day

If most of your driving is going to be done in Tamworth, you should opt for a smaller car. City streets can be tight, and a small car is ideal for getting about town. Should you be using Tamworth as a base to visit other parts of the United Kingdom further afield, a larger car might suit you better, though they do cost more to run. For the best of both worlds, the medium-sized class gives you flexibility around town and comfort on longer journeys.

As in most town centres, the speed limit is 20mph or 30mph; speed signs will indicate the maximum speed you should be doing. Digital speed cameras are in operation in and around the town. They are painted yellow, so they are easy to spot. On the motorway, the maximum speed is 70mph.

All of the car parks run by Tamworth Borough Council are open 24h a day with sites at Lower Gungate, Holloway and Albergate. The charges vary depending on whether it is a long stay or a short stay car park however, you can expect to pay about £0.70 per hour with a maximum of around £2.80 Monday to Saturday and about £0.60 per hour up to £2.40 on a Sunday. Payment for parking can be made by the Phone and Pay app. Always observe parking restriction, the local traffic wardens are very keen, and you will most likely get a ticket. It is best to stick to the main carparks.

On average a car hire in Tamworth costs £37 per day.

Car hire companies onsite at Birmingham airport include GREEN MOTION, keddy by Europcar, Alamo, Budget, Avis and Dollar.

Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Birmingham airport to off-airport locations include GREEN MOTION, keddy by Europcar, Alamo, Budget and Avis.

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

A Standard car hire in Tamworth costs £34 per day, on average.

A Luxury car hire in Tamworth costs £126 per day, on average.

An Economy car hire in Tamworth costs £17 per day, on average.

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