How to find a cheap car hire deal in Leicester
Pick up a cheap rental car in Leicester for around 85 € a day and drive away happy. We do the hard work for you by searching all the top providers, making booking quick and easy.
Daily rental prices in Leicester start from just 40 €.
For longer trips, pick up a weekly rental from 275 € and make room for more adventures.
Score the best price on a Leicester car hire by booking in advance. You're more likely to get the best value with the most choice.
Check out the offers available with Green Motion, Keddy By Europcar and Enterprise. They're some of the top providers in the city.
Whether you choose Green Motion or another supplier, double-check the coverage on your Leicester car hire. Some companies include a collision damage waiver (CDW), while others offer it as a paid add-on.
Consider booking a one-way rental. You might be able to land a good deal if the provider needs to shift cars between sites. Discover the best available rates by clicking 'Return car to a different location.'
Search for a vehicle with a 'Fair fuel policy.' You'll pick up and drop off your car with a full tank, so you're only paying for what you use. No surprise refueling fees tacked on at the end either.
Hit the road without counting the miles and racking up additional charges. Go to the 'Policies' filter and click 'Unlimited mileage' to find a ride that lets you drive as far as you want.
Best value car hire options right now
Taking the top spot for value is this company, with prices averaging 96 € a day.
Coming in second is this provider, offering daily rates of around 119 €.
The third option also keeps costs reasonable. Expect to pay roughly 78 € a day for one of their rentals.
If you're unsure what kind of ride you need, consider something from the Compact rental category. It's the most commonly booked car type in Leicester.
Compare car hire types in Leicester
Small: Including classes like mini and economy, this cheap rental car in Leicester puts you on the road for less. These compact, fuel-efficient rides are ideal choices for short trips and city driving.
Medium: Not too big, not too small, this is the kind of rental even Goldilocks wouldn't second-guess. Typically including compact and intermediate cars, they offer a mix of interior space and fuel efficiency and are popular with small families and couples.
Large: You've got the bags, the kids, the snacks, the lot. Large vehicles have got the capacity to pack it all in without breaking a sweat. Great for longer journeys, this Leicester car hire category includes full-size cars.
SUV: SUVs are adventure on four wheels. All-wheel drive and everyday versatility equip them for city streets and rugged backroads alike.
Van: Usually featuring commercial vans and trucks, this category of car for rent in Leicester takes heavy loads and larger groups in its stride. They're tough, dependable, and ready for whatever your trip demands.
Insurance and optional extras
Adding excess insurance to your Leicester car hire can take the stress out of driving. It protects you from paying a hefty excess fee in case of theft or damage. Insurance policies aren't the same across all rental providers, so give them a quick comparison.
Make travel easier when you rent a car in Leicester by adding a few nifty extras. Think things like a GPS unit to be your trusty co-pilot, or reverse cameras to park like you're pulling off a choreographed routine.
Good to know
You generally have to be at least 21 years old to rent a vehicle in the United Kingdom. Being younger doesn't always disqualify you — just expect some added charges or limits. Check the companies' terms and conditions before you book.
Add a car seat to your Leicester car hire booking if you're bringing the kids. Rules vary from one location to another, but using a child seat suited to their size, age and weight is always the safest option.
You'll be asked to provide some documents when you pick up your ride. As a general rule, bring your physical driver's licence, a credit card with enough funds for the excess (most companies don't accept debit cards), and additional photo ID. Your booking will lay out the exact list.
If you're unfamiliar with driving in the United Kingdom, remember that traffic here sticks to the left side of the road.
Local speed limits may vary, but it's typically around 40kph in urban areas and 100kph or so on highways. Always check the posted signs.
In the United Kingdom, the legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limit is 0.08%. If you're planning to drink, pass the keys to someone else or find an alternative way to get around.
Around 5pm is one of the busiest times for traffic around this destination. Try to avoid rush hours if you want a smoother run.
You'll be using the British pound (GBP) for day-to-day spending on your trip. You may find it useful to carry a mix of cards and cash to make sure you're always covered.
Best hotels in Leicester for drivers
Pull in and settle straight into your stay at The Grand Hotel Leicester by The Unlimited Collection. Offering accessible parking as well as a restaurant and a 24-hour front desk, this hotel is about 0.16 kilometres from central Leicester.
Or take advantage of the parking at Castle Hotel by Chef & Brewer Collection. The city centre is roughly 6 kilometres from this stay, which also features room service and Wi-Fi.
Browse the full range of hotels in Leicester for even more choice. Use the 'Parking,' 'Valet parking,' and 'Outdoor parking' filters to find the right fit. You can also use the 'Electric vehicle (EV) charging station' filter to limit results to EV-friendly stays.
After you've locked in a car hire deal in Leicester and the right hotel, all that's left is deciding where to head to first. Get started with big attractions such as National Space Centre, King Richard III Visitor Centre and Leicester Cathedral.
Hit the road: Where to drive to from Leicester
Buckle up and make tracks to Birmingham. Around 56 kilometres west of central Leicester, you'll find must-do sights like Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery and Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre.
Popular accommodation options with parking in Birmingham include Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - Snow Hill by IHG and Novotel Birmingham Centre.
Or pick up your cheap car hire in Leicester and then head out to Luton. About 97 kilometres southeast of Leicester, Someries Castle and Stockwood Discovery Centre are highlights that are well worth the trip.
Thistle Express London Luton and Holiday Inn Express London - Luton Airport by IHG are comfy places to stay in Luton if you're hanging around for a while. Choose one of these and have somewhere handy to leave your ride.
Keep the momentum going and road-trip it to Bristol, about 161 kilometres southwest of Leicester. Kick things off at Banksey, then head to Clifton Suspension Bridge.
Book a room at Mercure Bristol Holland House or Future Inn Bristol. Use one of them as your base and enjoy everything Bristol has to offer. They also come with a place to park.
