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Cheap Car Hire in Bristol from £15

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Bristol with a pick-up date of 18/6 and drop-off date of 25/6. 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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Bristol car hires in 2025

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Bristol. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 13 June 2025.

Most popular company

AVIS

Price of gas per litre

£1.31

Average price per day

£38

Cheapest price per day

£15

Popular car types in Bristol

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Bristol and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 13 June 2025.

small car is the cheapest car type you can hire in Bristol this past week from 74 hire locations out of 25 hire agencies. Prices for a Bristol small car hire start from £15/day. Check out available deals for 5 car types currently offered at listed car hire agencies here:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

People carrier

People carrier

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Mini

Mini

Premium

Premium

Luxury

Luxury

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Compare car hire deals in Bristol by type

Here are the best Bristol small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Bristol large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Bristol SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Bristol van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Bristol luxury car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Fiat 500£15/day
2
M
A/C
Fiat 500
Fiat Panda£17/day
2
M
A/C
Fiat Panda
Volkswagen Golf£19/day
4
M
A/C
Volkswagen Golf

Best car hire deals found in Bristol

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Bristol. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Bristol with an average daily rate of £28. Data was last updated on 13 June 2025.
These are some of the most attractive options when it comes to hiring a car in Bristol. Make sure to check back soon if you're not finding what you're looking for, as deals are updated frequently.
Fiat 500£15/day
2
M
A/C
Fiat 500
Fiat Panda£17/day
2
M
A/C
Fiat Panda
Volkswagen Golf£19/day
4
M
A/C
Volkswagen Golf

Cheapflights insights for Bristol car hires

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Bristol, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Bristol?

To get the best deal on car hire in Bristol, book about 7 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around £25, which is about 40% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Bristol?

In Bristol, the most affordable car hire company right now is DRIVALIA , offering prices from just £12.29/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is keddy by Europcar, with rates starting at £12.41/day.

What is the best car rental company in Bristol?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Bristol is Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 9.5/10 with 1 review). Hertz (rated 9.0/10 with 1 review) is also highly rated by our users.

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

At Bristol, the best time to hire a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just £23. Conversely, May is the priciest month, averaging £36 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Bristol, the best time to hire a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just £23. Conversely, May is the priciest month, averaging £36 per day. Below youll find the monthly average car hire prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.

January

£23

February

£26

March

£26

April

£33

May

£36

June

£32

July

£35

August

£34

September

£32

October

£31

November

£27

December

£35

What car do most people hire in Bristol?

The most popular types of cars to hire in Bristol are the following: SUV cars (Volvo XC90 or similar), Premium cars (Mercedes-Benz C-Class or similar), and Compact cars (Citroen C4 or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Bristol?

Sunnycars has 9 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Enterprise Rent-A-Car has the second-highest number of locations in Bristol at 7.

Top hire agencies in Bristol

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Bristol known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Bristol. Reviews were last updated on 13 June 2025.
Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Bristol, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Hertz and Alamo in Bristol. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

9.5
Wonderful
1 review7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

9.3

Overall

9.5

Pick-up/drop-off

9.5

Value

9.5

Hertz

9.0
Wonderful
1 review4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.5

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.5

Value

8.5

Alamo

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.3

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

8.3

Avis

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.0

Budget

7.4
Good
4 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.8

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.4

Sixt

5.9
Fair
4 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

6.9

Europcar

5.6
Fair
3 reviews7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

7.6

Overall

5.6

Pick-up/drop-off

5.3

Value

6.0

Ace

1 location

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Bristol, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 13 June 2025.
  • What are the requirements to hire a car in Bristol?

    To use Bristol car hire, you must have a driver's licence, credit card, and passport. You won't need an international driver's permit if your licence is from an EU country or written in English. To hire a car in Bristol, you must be at least 21 years old. However, if you are under 25, you will have to pay a young driver's fee. Drivers under 25 are also restricted to hiring certain types of cars. Luxury car hire and passenger van hire are some types of vehicles that younger drivers cannot hire. Economy car hire is recommended for young driver's.

  • What are the rules for driving in Bristol?

    When you drive hire cars in Bristol, you will drive on the left-hand side of the road. Speed limits differ in some urban areas, at 20 mph (30 kph) or 30 mph (45 kph). While on motorways, the speed limit is 70 mph (110 kph). It's compulsory for everyone in the car to wear a seatbelt while the car is moving. If you are travelling with children under 12 in your Bristol car hire, they cannot sit in the front seat. All children under 135 cm tall will need to use a child seat. Only babies, secured in a baby car seat, may sit in the front seat as long as the car seat is rear-facing. Bristol's drinking and driving rules state that you cannot have more than 80 mg of alcohol per 100ml of blood. Before you drive your hire car in Bristol, you should contact the city's motor vehicle department to check for any recent law changes.

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

    There is a good selection to choose from for car hire in Bristol. If you are looking for cheap car hire in Bristol, you should hire an economy class car. Some popular economy cars in the area include a Hyundai Accent or a Fiat 500. Bristol is a bustling city, which often means parking is hard to find. For this reason, you may want to hire a more compact car instead of a large SUV. Some recommended options for compact car hire in Bristol include a Volkswagen Polo or a Renault Clio.

  • What type are the best places to park in Bristol?

    When you use hire cars in Bristol, it is best to know what parking is like within the city. Bristol has one of the busiest city centres in the whole of the United Kingdom, so parking is often hard to find. If you need to park in the city centre, it is best to use a car park or car park building. Parking prices for your cheap car hire in Bristol range between one pound and a few pounds an hour, depending on where you park.

  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Bristol?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £38/day when booking a car hire in Bristol. The absolute best deal a user found was for £17/day from Provider's pick, booked on Jun. 8.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Bristol for a week from Avis?

    Avis is one of the most popular car hire companies in Bristol, offering car hire for around £234 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Bristol?

    Yes, you can hire a car for a month in Bristol check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Bristol for a month?

    The monthly cost of a car hire in Bristol is £1,002 (£33/day) on average.

  • How much is a car hire in Bristol for a weekend?

    £66 is, on average, how much a car hire costs for the weekend in Bristol. To save money, consider booking a Mini car hire, which is the cheapest car during the weekend. If you are looking for a car hire in July, we’ve seen prices on Cheapflights for as low as £44 per day.

Car hires by fuel type in Bristol

Browse car hires by fuel type in Bristol. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Bristol. Deals were last updated on 13 June 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Bristol. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest (£23+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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