Cheapflights insights for Durham car hires
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Durham, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Durham?
Book your car hire in Durham 84 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around £32/day on average when booked 84 days ahead, which saves you 41% off the usual average price.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Durham?
Looking to hire a car in Durham? Avis had the lowest prices in the past two weeks, starting at only £25.11/day. Hertz also offers competitive rates, with deals beginning at £25.44/day.
What is the best car rental company in Durham?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Durham is Avis (rated 7.8/10 with 7 reviews). Enterprise Rent-A-Car (rated 7.7/10 with 12 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Durham?
The cheapest month to hire a car in Durham is January, when you can expect to pay £31/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Durham is June (£43/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.
January
£31
February
£32
March
£38
April
£42
May
£40
June
£43
July
£41
August
£38
September
£35
October
£42
November
£42
December
£39
What car do most people hire in Durham?
SUV cars (Chevrolet Suburban, for example) are the most popular in Durham. Premium (Chevrolet Suburban) and Full-size (Chevrolet Tahoe) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Durham.
Which car hire company has the most locations in Durham?
Enterprise Rent-A-Car has 4 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Hertz has the second-highest number of locations in Durham at 2.
Top hire agencies in Durham
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Durham known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 6 car hire companies in Durham. Reviews were last updated on 13 giugno 2025.
Hire a car with one of the top providers serving the Durham area such as Avis, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Budget. Make sure to read reviews, pricing info, location, and other important details before choosing a car hire agency.
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Car hire FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Durham, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 13 giugno 2025.
What are the requirements to hire a car in Durham?
When looking to hire a car in the city of Durham, there are a few requirements as a driver to fulfill, like needing to be at least 18 years old and possibly not older than 75 to apply for a car hire. You will also need your driving licence and third party insurance. If you are from a country outside the UK or EU, you will also need your passport with relevant visas, as well as your proof of address in your home country and your onward travel information for after you leave the country.
What are the rules for driving in Durham?
You will need to have your local driving licence as well as an international driving permit if you are not a European Union citizen. If you have a UK or EU driving licence, you will be able to hire a car and drive in the UK without an international licence. When hiring a car in Durham, you should always follow the rules of the road in the United Kingdom. All drivers must drive on the left-hand side of the road, and you must watch for the speed limit signs, as they change very frequently across the country; and, of course, you should not drink and drive. If you are planning to have a night out, it is always advisable to book a taxi there and back. It is also best to contact Durham motor vehicle officials to see if there have been any recent law changes.
What type of car is recommended for driving in Durham?
Durham is a city in North East England, located south of Newcastle, situated on the River Tyme. When driving around the city, it is recommended you hire a smaller car to navigate the city a bit easier and allow you to use those smaller parking spaces with ease. But if you are intending to travel outside of Durham, it may be a better idea to hire a bigger and more durable car for those longer drives. You will have to find out what vehicle best suits your purpose in Durham.
Where are the best places to park in Durham?
Parking your car in a city is always a tough task, as more often than not, almost all parking spaces will be taken up or you will be left with parking that is very far away. On most occasions if you are booking accommodations in Durham, you will have parking available at your establishment of choice. If this isn't an option, the next bet would be to find a non-metered street where you could park your hired car overnight. Otherwise, in worst case situations, you will always be able to park your car at the dealership where you hired the car or at a car park that costs a fee.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Durham for a week from Avis?
Avis is one of the top picks in Durham. They can have you in a hire car for about £176 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Durham?
Typically, how long you can hire a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Durham however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.
Car hires by fuel type in Durham
Browse car hires by fuel type in Durham. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Durham. Deals were last updated on 13 giugno 2025.
Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Durham. There are currently 2 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (£52+).