South Wales car hire

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Cheap car hire in South Wales

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Vauxhall Corsa car
Vauxhall Corsa
or similar Small
2
2
4-5
M
£19/day
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Seat Leon car
Seat Leon
or similar Small
4
2
4-5
M
£20/day
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Peugeot 3008 car
Peugeot 3008
or similar Medium
5
3
4-5
M
£34/day
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Skoda Octavia car
Skoda Octavia
or similar Medium
5
3
4-5
M
£25/day
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Vauxhall Zafira Tourer car
Vauxhall Zafira Tourer
or similar Van
5
3
4-5
M
£70/day
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Volvo XC60 car
Volvo XC60
or similar SUV
5
2
4-5
M
£50/day
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Fiat 500 car
Fiat 500
or similar Small
2
2
2-3
M
£18/day
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Mercedes-Benz C-Class car
Mercedes-Benz C-Class
or similar Large
5
5
4-5
M
£48/day
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Ford Transit car
Ford Transit
or similar Van
5
5
4-5
M
£113/day
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Mercedes-Benz E-Class car
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
or similar Luxury
5
5
4-5
M
£54/day
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Audi Q3 car
Audi Q3
or similar SUV
5
5
4-5
M
£46/day
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Vauxhall Crossland car
Vauxhall Crossland
or similar SUV
4
2
4-5
M
£20/day
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Nissan Qashqai car
Nissan Qashqai
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
M
£29/day
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Volvo XC40 car
Volvo XC40
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
M
£53/day
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Volvo XC90 car
Volvo XC90
or similar SUV
5
5
4-5
M
£84/day
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Most popular agency

Budget

Most popular car type

Economy

Average price

£42/day

Good deal

£29/day

KAYAK’s insights & trends for South Wales car hire

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

How far in advance should you book car hire in South Wales?

You should book your car hire in South Wales around 2 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the most popular car to hire in South Wales?

Compact cars (Ford Focus or similar) are the most popular type of vehicle to hire in South Wales. Compact cars in South Wales cost £48/day on average, though some users have found deals as low as £26/day.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in South Wales?

The cheapest month to hire a car in South Wales is January at an average cost of £25/day. August is the most expensive month to hire a car in South Wales when prices are £43/day on average, which tends to be 14% above the yearly average hire price for South Wales.
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Top tips for hiring a car in South Wales

  • Enjoy all the sites that South Wales has to offer and explore this beautiful part of Britain at your own speed. With roads in this part of Wales tending to be pretty good, you’ll find a two-wheeled drive is suitable for most terrain. That being said, due to there being a lot of rural areas with the opportunity to drive off road, you might prefer a 4X4 car, especially for the seasons when you might expect adverse weather conditions. If you just need a car for town drives, such as around Swansea, then a compact car should suffice, as it will help you navigate the streets and easily find parking.
  • When you are driving in South Wales, it’s important that you stick to the laws of the road so that you do not get in trouble with the authorities. Drink-driving is a serious offence, and anyone found over the limit will be prosecuted accordingly. The breath test limit is currently 0.8 mg of alcohol per ml of blood. You must also make sure that everyone in the car is wearing a seatbelt and that children under 12, or shorter than 135 cm, are in a correctly sized child seat. Mobile phone use is only permitted if you are using a hands-free kit, so that you are not distracted.
  • You can reduce your carbon footprint by opting for a car hire that is more eco friendly. For example, you can be safe in the knowledge that you are reducing your carbon output if you were to choose an electric vehicle to hire. You will find there are plenty of electric charging points across South Wales in towns and cities, but be sure that you are fully charged if you are travelling to a more remote part of the region, as the charging points will be harder to come by.
  • 25% of our users found a car hire in South Wales for £29 or less
  • Compact hire cars in South Wales are around 47% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about hiring a car in South Wales

  • Should I hire a car in South Wales?

    You should hire a car in South Wales because it gives you pure flexibility to explore on your own terms and not have your schedule dictated by that of the local bus timetable. For example, if you are staying in Cardiff and you want to pay a visit to Pembroke, then you can usually do so in under 2h in a car. If you decided to take a mode of public transport to the charming town, then it would take over twice the amount of time. You also wouldn’t want to pay a taxi for a return journey, as it would be very inefficient cost wise.

  • What is driving like in South Wales?

    When you are driving in South Wales, you’ll find it is the same as driving in the rest of the UK. You will be used to driving on the left-hand side in a car that has the steering wheel on the right. The speed limits are also the same as throughout the United Kingdom, so you will generally know how fast you can travel in various parts of the region. In urban areas, you can drive as fast as 30 mph, unless it’s very residential, then you will be expected to go no faster than 20 mph. On roads outside of built-up areas, you can drive at 60 mph, whilst on motorways, you can travel as fast as 70 mph.

  • How old do you have to be to hire a car in South Wales?

    When you are hiring a car in South Wales, it is advised that you check with each company about their age restrictions, as it is likely to vary. In general, you must be 21 years of age to hire a car in the United Kingdom, with most companies also charging a surcharge to drivers that are under a specific age, such as 25. These drivers will also get a limited selection of vehicles to choose from, as agencies do not allow inexperienced drivers to hire out vehicles with more powerful engines.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in South Wales?

    On average a car hire in South Wales costs £42 per day.

  • How can I find car hires near me in South Wales?

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

  • Where should I hire a car in South Wales?

    Based on car searches on KAYAK, the most popular cities to hire a car in South Wales are Cardiff (52% of total searches of users looking to hire a car in South Wales), Swansea (18%) and Newport (12%).

  • How much does a car hire in South Wales cost for a week?

    On average a car hire in South Wales costs £294 per week (£42 per day).

  • How much does a car hire in South Wales cost for a month?

    On average a car hire in South Wales costs £1,259 per month (£42 per day).

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    4 Locations

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    3 Locations

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    3 Locations

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