Brighton car hire

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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Brighton

  • Hiring a car will give you the flexibility and independence to visit all the places you want in your own time. Car hire in Brighton will also enable you to reach all the best spots in the area that public transport doesn’t cover, like the wonderful Bluebell Railway, a working steam passenger railway preserving the heritage of the era, a few miles’ drive outside Brighton. There’s also a llama park in Ashdown Forest, roughly a 30min drive from Brighton.
  • You have a number of choices when it comes to booking Brighton car hire from the premium operators in the UK, such as Europcar, Avis, Budget and Hertz. Many offer complimentary transport from Brighton City Airport (ESH) in Shoreham to their branches in central Brighton, 6 miles from the airport, or you can take a train, bus or taxi to the city centre. Another alternative is to take public transport to nearby Worthing Lancing (1.8 miles from Shoreham) and pick up your hire car there. Trains take less than 10min and tickets start at roughly £4, with buses taking around 15min and costing just over £2.
  • Brighton is quite a small and dense city, attracting many holidaymakers who tend to mill about in the streets, so keep a careful eye out for them when driving at busy times. You’ll probably need a sat nav when you’re booking car hire in Brighton, as the city uses a one-way network of streets that can be confusing. Drive carefully in the residential suburbs too, as streets are narrow, exacerbated by residents parking their cars outside.
  • Try to avoid the A29 during rush hours, which peak at around 08:00 and 17:00, respectively. This is the main road that runs from the Palace Pier to the Marina, and also stay away from Brighton and Stuart Roads at these times. Otherwise, you’ll find the driving experience pleasant and without too much traffic, although in the most popular areas around the Promenades it’s easier to park your car and walk around.
  • Book your car hire in Brighton at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Compact hire cars in Brighton are around 32% more expensive than other car types, on average
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FAQs about hiring a car in Brighton

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

    This depends on the kind of experience you want to have. If you’re focused on business or enjoying the city’s tourist attractions, opt for a more compact city car or economy model to more easily negotiate traffic. If you’re planning a road trip to explore the surrounding Sussex area, a comfy saloon or MPV will serve you well. You can also get 4x4s for countryside rambles.

  • What’s the speed limit in Brighton?

    The speed limits in Brighton and Hove vary from 20mph in the city centre and residential suburbs to the standard 30mph in many other UK cities. These speed limits are on specific roads in identified zones. In other areas you can drive up to 40mph, so it’s best to keep a sharp eye out for speed limit signage. On motorways, you can travel at the standard 60mph on a single carriageway road and 70mph on a dual carriageway.

  • Where are the best places to park in Brighton?

    Because of the numerous public seaside walking areas along the promenades, your best bet to find parking for visiting these areas is to use one of the car parks in the city centre. Look for The Lanes or Regency Square Car Park. These will cost anything from around £2 to around £20. You will need a permit to park in central Brighton, with a tiered cost access scale. Tariffs depend on where and for how many hours you park, starting at around £2 per hour in some areas and topping out at about £4 in others.

  • How much is the price of fuel in Brighton?

    The average price of fuel in Brighton is €6.34 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between €76 and €101, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular car hire in Brighton?

    Compact (Nissan Juke or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Brighton.

  • Which car hire agencies are at Heathrow airport (LHR)?

    Car hire companies onsite at Heathrow airport include GREEN MOTION, U-Save, Hertz, SURPRICE CAR RENTAL, Dollar, keddy by Europcar, Sixt, Avis and Arnold Clark.

  • Which car hire agencies are at Gatwick airport (LGW)?

    Car hire companies onsite at Gatwick airport include U-Save, Hertz, Dollar and keddy by Europcar.

  • Which car hire agencies are at Stansted airport (STN)?

    Car hire companies onsite at Stansted airport include GREEN MOTION, keddy by Europcar and National.

  • Which car hire companies will pick you up at Heathrow airport (LHR)?

    Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Heathrow airport to off-airport locations include GREEN MOTION, Hertz, Dollar, Sixt, Avis and National.

  • Which car hire companies will pick you up at Gatwick airport (LGW)?

    Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Gatwick airport to off-airport locations include GREEN MOTION, Hertz, Dollar, keddy by Europcar, Sixt, Avis and National.

  • Which car hire companies will pick you up at Stansted airport (STN)?

    Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Stansted airport to off-airport locations include GREEN MOTION, Hertz, Dollar, keddy by Europcar, Sixt, Avis and National.

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

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

  • How much does a Compact car hire cost in Brighton?

    A Compact car hire in Brighton costs €52 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Mini car hire cost in Brighton?

    A Mini car hire in Brighton costs €27 per day, on average.

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Brighton car rental reviews and directory 
All ratings and reviews are collected from KAYAK users with a verified car hire booking. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

10.0

Best rated

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

2 locations in Brighton

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Locations in Brighton

53 Victoria Road

+44 1273 568128

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

New England Street

+44 1273 688222

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday11:00 - 15:00

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10.0 Wonderful

Roman, Feb 2024

Passenger van

KAYAK
Great

10.0 Wonderful

Ann, Sept 2023

Compact

KAYAK
The representative that took us to a different location to pick up an automatic vehicle went above and beyond! Since I never drove on the other side of the road before, he went over everything in detail of what I might expect while driving. He made this a wonderful experience and there were no problems at all! Huge shout out to him!!

1 out of 1

Hertz

10.0

Wonderful

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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

One location in Brighton

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Locations in Brighton

Freshfield Road, Brighton

+44 843 309 3010

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

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10.0 Wonderful

Jean-Hubert, Jun 2024

Mini

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Very good experience with personal professional

1 out of 1

Firefly

9.6

Wonderful

3 locations in Brighton

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1, Melville Road

+44 843 309 3010

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

Brighton Racecourse

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Freshfield Road

+44 843 309 3010

Monday08:30 - 17:30
Tuesday08:30 - 17:30
Wednesday08:30 - 17:30
Thursday08:30 - 17:30
Friday08:30 - 17:30
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday10:00 - 16:00

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National

8.6

Very Good

One location in Brighton

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Enterprise Rent A Car

+44 1273 688222

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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Alamo

8.2

Very Good

One location in Brighton

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New England Street Serviced By Enterprise Rent A Car

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Avis

7.5

Good

One location in Brighton

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Locations in Brighton

6A Brighton Marina Village Sq

+44 344 544 6042

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00

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Budget

7.3

Good

One location in Brighton

Locations in Brighton

6a Brighton Marina Village Sq

+44 344 544 3957

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00

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keddy by Europcar

7.2

Good

One location in Brighton

Locations in Brighton

Cannon Place

+44 371 384 3480

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 17:00

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Europcar

7.0

Good

One location in Brighton

Locations in Brighton

Cannon Place

+44 371 384 3480

Monday18:30 - 23:5909:00 - 12:00
Tuesday18:30 - 23:5909:00 - 12:00
Wednesday18:30 - 23:5909:00 - 12:00
Thursday09:00 - 12:0018:30 - 23:59
Friday18:30 - 23:5909:00 - 12:00
Saturday13:30 - 23:5909:00 - 12:00
Sunday

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Virtuo

8.4

Very Good

Locations in Brighton

Stroudley Rd

Opening times not available

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Sunnycars

No score available yet

3 locations in Brighton

Locations in Brighton

53 Victoria Road

Opening times not available

60 Beaconsfield Rd

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Freshfield Road

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Thrifty

No score available yet

One location in Brighton

Locations in Brighton

47 Trafalgar St

+44 1273 738227

Monday08:30 - 17:30
Tuesday08:30 - 17:30
Wednesday08:30 - 17:30
Thursday08:30 - 17:30
Friday08:30 - 17:30

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3 travellers who hired a car in Brighton gave the car agency they used an average rating of 7.4

Car hire locations in or near Brighton

Travelling to a place near Brighton?

Hire a car at Brighton if you plan to visit one of these locations
Wembley
Ilford
Richmond
Bishop's Stortford
Harrow
Canterbury
Eastbourne
Twickenham
Hayes
Royal Tunbridge Wells
Worthing
Kingston upon Thames
Uxbridge
Chichester
Maidenhead
St. Albans
Newmarket
Borehamwood
Bromley
Sutton

Good to know

Most popular car type

Compact

When to book a car hire in Brighton

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Car hire insurance in Brighton

Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) & Theft Protection Waiver

Some Brighton 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 Brighton.

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 Brighton car hire.

Brighton car hire information

Pick-up locationBrighton
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Hire locations17
Airport locations0

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