Cambridge

Cheap Car Hire in Cambridge from £16

Cambridge, England, United Kingdom
25 Apr — 2 May
Driver's age: 26-65
Cambridge, England, United Kingdom
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Cambridge car hires in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Cambridge. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 18 April 2024.

Most popular company

GREENMOTION

Price of gas per litre

£1.50

Average price per day

£39

Cheapest price per day

£16

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Cambridge?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Cambridge and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 18 April 2024.

January

£21

February

£25

March

£35

April

£35

May

£38

June

£37

July

£44

August

£41

September

£36

October

£31

November

£26

December

£32

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Cambridge is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Popular car types in Cambridge

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Cambridge and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 18 April 2024.

There are, in total, 26 car hire locations in Cambridge that are operated by 15 companies. In the past week, small car is the cheapest car type users can hire (cheapest price last found: £16/day). Explore 5 car types currently offered from Cambridge hire providers:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

People carrier

People carrier

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Mini

Mini

Premium

Premium

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Compare available car types for hire in Cambridge

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Cambridge to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 18 April 2024.

Small cars

£22 - £49

All Car Types

£43 - £84

To hire a small car in Cambridge, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of £34/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Cambridge, the United Kingdom (~£22/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~£49/day). In fact, January is about 38% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Cambridge. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Cambridge, hiring a small car saves you 42% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Cambridge small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Cambridge, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of £71/day. April is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Cambridge, the United Kingdom (~£53/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~£96/day). In fact, April is about 27% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Cambridge. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Cambridge, hiring a medium car is 17% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Cambridge medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Cambridge, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of £94/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Cambridge, the United Kingdom (~£68/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~£142/day). In fact, February is about 29% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Cambridge. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Cambridge, hiring a large car is 37% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Cambridge large car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Cambridge, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of £53/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Cambridge, the United Kingdom (~£40/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is September (~£71/day). In fact, February is about 26% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Cambridge. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Cambridge, hiring a SUV saves you 10% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Cambridge SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Cambridge, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of £117/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a van in Cambridge, the United Kingdom (~£70/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~£200/day). In fact, January is about 41% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Cambridge. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Cambridge, hiring a van is 49% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Cambridge van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a luxury car in Cambridge, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of £119/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Cambridge, the United Kingdom (~£77/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is June (~£171/day). In fact, February is about 36% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for Cambridge. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Cambridge, hiring a luxury car is 50% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

Hyundai i10£16/day
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Hyundai i10
Vauxhall Corsa£17/day
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A/C
Vauxhall Corsa
MG ZS£18/day
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A/C
MG ZS

Top hire agencies in Cambridge

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Cambridge known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Cambridge. Reviews were last updated on 18 April 2024.
Hire a car with one of the top providers serving the Cambridge area such as Enterprise Rent-A-Car, National and Alamo. Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Cambridge, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, National and Alamo.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

10.0
Wonderful
2 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

8.0

National

1 location

Alamo

8.9
Very Good
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.9

Overall

8.9

Pick-up/drop-off

8.9

Value

8.9

keddy by Europcar

2 locations

Budget

1 location

Hertz

1 location

Dollar

2 locations

GREEN MOTION

2 locations

Best Cambridge car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Cambridge. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Cambridge with an average daily rate of £31. Data was last updated on 18 April 2024.
Peruse the best Cambridge car hire deals we've found. Make sure to check back soon if you're not finding what you're looking for, as deals are updated frequently.
Hyundai i10£16/day
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A/C
Hyundai i10
Vauxhall Corsa£17/day
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A/C
Vauxhall Corsa
MG ZS£18/day
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A/C
MG ZS

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Cambridge, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 18 April 2024.
  • What are the requirements to hire a car in Cambridge?

    You will need to show a few documents to collect your Cambridge car hire. Firstly, you will need to bring your credit card, passport (or any form of photo identification), and driving licence. An International Driving Permit is not needed unless your licence is written in a non-Roman alphabet like Cyrillic or Greek. Car hire in Cambridge has a minimum age of 21, with at least one year of driving experience. If you are under 25, you must pay a young driver fee. Passenger van hire and luxury car hire in Cambridge are not offered to drivers under 25. However, you will be able to find a great range of cheap car hire in Cambridge, for young drivers, within the economy car hire section.

  • What are the rules for driving in Cambridge?

    While driving your car hire in Cambridge, you will drive on the left side of the road. Everybody who is in your Cambridge car hire must wear their seat belt while the car is moving. When it comes to travelling with children, any child under 12 must use a booster seat. These children are also not allowed to sit in the front passenger seat. If you have a baby, they will be allowed to sit in the front passenger seat in a rear-facing baby carrier car seat. Cambridge’s speed limits are between 20 mph (30 kph) and 30 mph (45 kph) within urban areas. In rural areas, the speed limit is 50 mph (80 kph), and while on the motorway, the speed limit is 70 mph (110 kph). The drinking and driving limit in Cambridge is 0.08%. Before you arrive in Cambridge, you should check with the local traffic department to find out if any road laws have changed recently.

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

    Choosing hire cars in Cambridge will give you a wide variety of choice. If you are looking for cheap car hire in Cambridge, you may want to get an economy or compact class car. Some of the popular models in the area include a Fiat 500 or a Peugeot 208. It is good to know that many cyclists travel throughout the city of Cambridge. Due to this, you may not want a big car when travelling along the roads. We recommend getting a medium-size car that can still fit a family and luggage comfortably. Some medium-class cars include a Toyota Corolla or a Volkswagen Jetta.

  • Where are the best places to park in Cambridge?

    There are many places for you to park your car hire in Cambridge. The city centre can get busy, and while there is street parking, it is best to use a car park or private multi-storey car park. Some recommended car parks include Queen Anne Terrace Car Park and Park Street Car Park. Parking costs between £2.50 to £3.50 an hour.

  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Cambridge?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £39/day when booking a car hire in Cambridge. The absolute best deal a user found was for £15/day from DRIVALIA , booked on Apr. 14.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Cambridge?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Cambridge from the following companies over the past two weeks: Europcar (£16/day), keddy by Europcar (£21/day), and Sixt (£23/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Cambridge?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (10.0 rating), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (10.0 rating) and Sixt (5.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Cambridge.

  • What are petrol prices like in Cambridge?

    The average price of petrol in Cambridge is £1.50/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between £67 and £97 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Cambridge for a week from GREEN MOTION ?

    GREEN MOTION is one of the top picks in Cambridge. They can have you in a hire car for about £163 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Cambridge for the best price?

    Booking early can save you upwards of 67% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 86 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Cambridge.

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

    The length of time you can book a car hire for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Cambridge it should be possible to hire a car for a whole month if needed.

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

    Typically, a monthly car hire in Cambridge can be found for £698. You can find car hire deals to be on average £23 a day.

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

    Car hire prices in Cambridge are typically £56 for the weekend. On Cheapflights, you’ll be able to find great car hire deals on any type of vehicle. However, consider hiring a Mini to save money on your trip to £56. Our users have found prices for Mini car hire in May to be on average £51 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Cambridge?

    The most popular car to hire while in Cambridge is the Vauxhall Corsa, which is a Economy vehicle.

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Small car hires in Cambridge

Find small car hire deals in Cambridge from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Cambridge cost an average of £21 per day. Price data was last updated on 18 April 2024.
Hyundai i10£16/day
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Hyundai i10
Ford Ka£16/day
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A/C
Ford Ka
Toyota Aygo£16/day
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A/C
Toyota Aygo

People carrier hires in Cambridge

Find people carrier hire deals in Cambridge from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. people carrier hires in Cambridge cost an average of £27 per day. Price data was last updated on 18 April 2024.
In terms of people carrier hires in Cambridge, these are some the best options we've found at this time. For alternative options, come back soon as deals are refreshed frequently.
Citroen Grand C4 Picasso£27/day
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Citroen Grand C4 Picasso
Citroen Grand C4 Picasso£27/day
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Citroen Grand C4 Picasso
Citroen Grand C4 Picasso£27/day
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Citroen Grand C4 Picasso

Car hires by fuel type in Cambridge

Browse car hires by fuel type in Cambridge. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Cambridge. Deals were last updated on 18 April 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Cambridge. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (£31+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

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