Birkenhead car hire

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KAYAK’s insights & trends for Birkenhead car hire

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

How far in advance should you book car hire in Birkenhead?

You should book your car hire in Birkenhead around 62 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Birkenhead?

In the past 72 hours, the cheapest hire cars were found at keddy by Europcar (€18.14/day), Europcar (€31.31/day), and Alamo (€32.11/day). The cheapest car hire price was found at keddy by Europcar 749, New Chester Road (0.5 km from city centre).

What is the most popular car to hire in Birkenhead?

Hires in the Luxury category (Class Luxury Van or similar) are the most popular option in Birkenhead, costing €130/day on average. Some users have found deals as low as €81/day.

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

The cheapest month to hire a car in Birkenhead is March at an average cost of €16/day. August is the most expensive month to hire a car in Birkenhead when prices are €51/day on average, which tends to be 19% above the yearly average hire price for Birkenhead.

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Enterprise Rent-A-Car
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€31/day
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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Birkenhead

  • Although its proximity to Liverpool offers railway and bus links connecting the two locations, a car hire in Birkenhead offers drivers increased mobility and versatility to discover the town, the Wirral district and the greater Merseyside region. Wallasey Beach (5 miles) and Thurston Beach (7.5 miles) are prime summer spots for a swim and stroll, while the medieval city of Chester with its Roman fortifications is about 19 miles south via the M53.
  • Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL) is ideally situated for a Birkenhead car hire opportunity as it’s a mere 3 miles from the town. Avis, Europcar and Enterprise are the companies operating there and the airport’s Car Hire Centre is easy to locate once you arrive. For directions, exit the terminal building and proceed directly across the street to the Short Stay or Express Drop-Off and Pick-Up Car Park where the centre is located on the Ground Floor.
  • Birkenhead is not a large town, but it is served by a good network of highways like the ring road that includes portion of the A552, A554 and the M53 motorway. You can expect this major artery to experience some congestion during any rush hour period, especially the stretch of A554 that leads into a roundabout with Chester Street not far from the Woodside Pier. The Kingsway and Queensway Tunnels that funnel traffic to and from Liverpool are also prime targets for gridlock during rush hours. Keep an eye out for passing cyclists, motorbike riders and pedestrians dashing to get to work.
  • Residents of port towns/cities tend to be early risers and hit the road sooner than most. As such, if you expect to use one of the tunnels in the morning, it’s preferable to be on your way before the 07:00-08:00 hour when vehicular traffic is thickest. The ring road could stay busy through 09:00, so if you can afford the wait you might make better time driving out of town. Evening congestion is heaviest around 19:00 and could remain that way until at least 21:00, especially through the tunnels and streets near the Birkenhead Docks.
  • 25% of our users found a car hire in Birkenhead for €31 or less
  • Small hire cars in Birkenhead are around 79% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about hiring a car in Birkenhead

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

    Larger vehicles, such as full-sized SUVs or intermediate saloons and people carriers, are the obvious choice for families of four or five while compacts and economy cars are standard Birkenhead car hires for duos and solo motorists.

  • What’s the speed limit in Birkenhead?

    All residential streets have the legal speed limit of 20mph. Outside this restriction, speeds of 30mph are common on most roads and increases to 50mph on single carriageways and 60mph on dual carriageways, while the M53 has a maximum speed limit of 70mph. Both tunnels and the A54/Chester Street roundabout will have traffic cameras and active CCTV to catch speeding motorists so always observe the posted limits at all times.

  • Where are the best places to park in Birkenhead?

    According to the Wirral Council, on-street parking is fixed at £2.50 for long stay as well as pay-and-display parking unless you have a residential permit. Generally speaking, on-street parking is free between the hours of 21:00-08:00 and all day on Sundays. The Council also runs several pay-and-display car parks concentrated mostly in the downtown area, which are a combination of short stay and long stay parking garages. Rates vary according to location, but you should expect to pay about £1.20 per hour at any of these lots.

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

    On average a car hire in Birkenhead costs €31 per day.

  • Which car hire agencies are at Manchester airport (MAN)?

    Car hire companies onsite at Manchester airport include GREEN MOTION, Wheego, Ace, Sixt, Arnold Clark, U-Save, keddy by Europcar, Dollar, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and DRIVALIA.

  • Which car hire companies will pick you up at Manchester airport (MAN)?

    Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Manchester airport to off-airport locations include GREEN MOTION, Sixt, Arnold Clark, keddy by Europcar, Dollar, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Alamo and Budget.

  • How can I find car hires near me in Birkenhead?

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

  • How much does a Medium car hire cost in Birkenhead?

    A Medium car hire in Birkenhead costs €62 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Small car hire cost in Birkenhead?

    A Small car hire in Birkenhead costs €21 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Luxury car hire cost in Birkenhead?

    A Luxury car hire in Birkenhead costs €125 per day, on average.

Birkenhead car rental reviews and directory

 
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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

10.0

Wonderful

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10.0

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10.0

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10.0

Value for money

10.0

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Campbletown Road

+44 151 645 3333

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

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Sixt

7.3

Good

One location in Birkenhead

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1, Kings Dock Street

+44 151 230 8625

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Europcar

7.0

Good

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Bp Old Hall

+44 371 384 3446

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Hertz

6.9

Okay

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119 New Chester Road

+44 843 309 3006

Monday08:30 - 17:30
Tuesday08:30 - 17:30
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Friday08:30 - 17:30
Saturday09:00 - 12:00

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keddy by Europcar

6.6

Okay

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749, New Chester Road

+44 371 384 3446

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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DRIVALIA

6.4

Okay

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Royal Liver Building

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GREEN MOTION

5.6

Fair

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Kings Dock Street, Liverpool

+44 151 230 1120

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
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Easirent

4.9

Mediocre

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Royal Liver Building

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Sunnycars

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Campbletown Road

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Royal Liver Building

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Firefly

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119 New Chester Road

+44 843 309 3006

Monday08:30 - 17:30
Tuesday08:30 - 17:30
Wednesday08:30 - 17:30
Thursday08:30 - 17:30
Friday08:30 - 17:30
Saturday09:00 - 12:00

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FLIZZR

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24 Sparling St

+44 151 230 8625

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Hire Automotive Group

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131 Sefton St

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Move Mee

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Green Motion Car and Van Rental, Kings Dock Street

+44 151 230 1120

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One traveller who hired a car in Birkenhead gave the car agency they used an average rating of 6.5

Car hire locations in or near Birkenhead

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Car hire insurance in Birkenhead

Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) & Theft Protection Waiver

Some Birkenhead car providers already include Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) and Theft Protection Waiver into the hire price but not all of them. We recommend always be aware of your coverage when hiring a car in Birkenhead.

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Deductible

Keep in mind that car hire insurances often have a deductible clause, which is the amount you’ll have to pay if something happens during the time of your hire. If you want to avoid unwanted surprises, you should consider adding a no-deductible option to your Birkenhead car hire.

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Birkenhead car hire information

Pick-up locationBirkenhead
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