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

Car hire companies onsite at Heathrow airport include GREEN MOTION, U-Save, FlexWays, Arnold Clark, Allegiance, SURPRICE CAR RENTAL, Final Rentals, EZ Drive Car Rentals, Europcar and Hertz.

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

Car hire companies onsite at Gatwick airport include U-Save and Hertz.

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

The only car hire company onsite at Stansted airport is GREEN MOTION.

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, Europcar and Hertz.

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, Europcar and Hertz.

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, Europcar and Hertz.

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 Medium car hire cost in Brighton?

A Medium car hire in Brighton costs €55 per day, on average.

How much does a Small car hire cost in Brighton?

A Small car hire in Brighton costs €46 per day, on average.

How much does a Luxury car hire cost in Brighton?

A Luxury car hire in Brighton costs €94 per day, on average.

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.

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

You should book your car hire in Brighton around 81 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the most popular car to hire in Brighton?

Hires in the Small category (Opel Corsa or similar) are the most popular option in Brighton, costing €52/day on average. Some users have found deals as low as €20/day.

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

The cheapest month to hire a car in Brighton is January at an average cost of €25/day. December is the most expensive month to hire a car in Brighton when prices are €52/day on average, which tends to be 15% above the yearly average hire price for Brighton.

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Brighton car hire price comparison by vehicle type

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	Small cars	€21 - €42
	All Car Types	€42 - €84

How much does it cost to hire a small car in Brighton?

How much does it cost to hire a medium car in Brighton?

How much does it cost to hire a large car in Brighton?

How much does it cost to hire an SUV in Brighton?

How much does it cost to hire a van in Brighton?

How much does it cost to hire a luxury car in Brighton?

Small car hire in Brighton typically costs around €31 per day. The best time to book is February, when prices average €21 per day, which is about 33% less than the yearly average. Small cars are usually 51% cheaper than the average car hire in Brighton, making them ideal for budget-conscious travellers.

Medium car hire in Brighton typically costs around €64 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average €41 per day, which is about 36% less than the yearly average. Medium cars are usually 2% more expensive than the average car hire in Brighton, offering a good balance of space and value.

Large car hire in Brighton typically costs around €78 per day. The best time to book is November, when prices average €61 per day, which is about 22% less than the yearly average. Large cars are typically 20% more expensive than the average car hire in Brighton but offer more comfort for longer trips.

SUV hire in Brighton typically costs around €77 per day. The best time to book is November, when prices average €43 per day, which is about 45% less than the yearly average. SUVs are typically 19% more expensive than the average car hire in Brighton but provide extra space and capability for groups or road trips.

Van hire in Brighton typically costs around €82 per day. The best time to book is January, when prices average €46 per day, which is about 44% less than the yearly average. Vans are typically 24% more expensive than the average car hire in Brighton but are the best choice for families or groups needing maximum passenger capacity.

Luxury car hire in Brighton typically costs around €104 per day. The best time to book is November, when prices average €63 per day, which is about 40% less than the yearly average. Luxury cars are typically 40% more expensive than the average car hire in Brighton but deliver premium comfort and style for special occasions.

Most popular car type
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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.
Small hire cars in Brighton are around 39% cheaper than other car types, on average

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.
Which car hire agencies are at Heathrow airport (LHR)?
Car hire companies onsite at Heathrow airport include GREEN MOTION, U-Save, FlexWays, Arnold Clark, Allegiance, SURPRICE CAR RENTAL, Final Rentals, EZ Drive Car Rentals, Europcar and Hertz.
Which car hire agencies are at Gatwick airport (LGW)?
Car hire companies onsite at Gatwick airport include U-Save and Hertz.
Which car hire agencies are at Stansted airport (STN)?
The only car hire company onsite at Stansted airport is GREEN MOTION.
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, Europcar and Hertz.
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, Europcar and Hertz.
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, Europcar and Hertz.
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 Medium car hire cost in Brighton?
A Medium car hire in Brighton costs €55 per day, on average.
How much does a Small car hire cost in Brighton?
A Small car hire in Brighton costs €46 per day, on average.
How much does a Luxury car hire cost in Brighton?
A Luxury car hire in Brighton costs €94 per day, on average.

Hertz

10.0

Wonderful

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

One location in Brighton

Locations in Brighton

Ncp G Floor, Russell Road

+44 1273 035950

Monday	08:00 - 16:30
Tuesday	08:00 - 16:30
Wednesday	08:00 - 16:30
Thursday	08:00 - 16:30
Friday	08:00 - 16:30
Saturday	09:00 - 13:00

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

10.0

Wonderful

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

2 locations in Brighton

Locations in Brighton

53 Victoria Road

+44 1273 568128

Monday	08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday	08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 17:00
Thursday	08:00 - 17:00
Friday	08:00 - 17:00
Saturday	09:00 - 12:00
Sunday

60 Beaconsfield Rd

+44 1273 688222

Monday	08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday	08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 17:00
Thursday	08:00 - 17:00
Friday	08:00 - 17:00
Saturday	09:00 - 14:00
Sunday	11:00 - 15:00

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10.0 Wonderful

Roman, Feb 2024

Passenger van

Great

10.0 Wonderful

Ann, Sept 2023

Compact

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!!

National

8.6

Very Good

One location in Brighton

Locations in Brighton

Enterprise Rent A Car

+44 1273 688222

Monday	08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday	08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 17:00
Thursday	08:00 - 17:00
Friday	08:00 - 17:00
Saturday	09:00 - 12:00
Sunday

Budget

7.3

Good

One location in Brighton

Locations in Brighton

6a Brighton Marina Village Sq

+44 344 544 3957

Monday	08:00 - 16:00
Tuesday	08:00 - 16:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 16:00
Thursday	08:00 - 16:00
Friday	08:00 - 16:00

Sixt

7.3

Good

One location in Brighton

Locations in Brighton

Queens Road

+44 20 7018 8246

Monday	08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday	08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 18:00
Thursday	08:00 - 18:00
Friday	08:00 - 18:00
Saturday	08:00 - 16:00
Sunday	08:00 - 16:00

Europcar

7.0

Good

One location in Brighton

keddy by Europcar

6.7

Okay

One location in Brighton

Locations in Brighton

Cannon Place

+44 371 384 3480

Monday	08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday	08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 18:00
Thursday	08:00 - 18:00
Friday	08:00 - 18:00
Saturday	08:00 - 13:00

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Dollar

5.2

Fair

One location in Brighton

Locations in Brighton

Ncp Ground Floor, Russell Road

+44 1275 625782

Monday	08:00 - 16:30
Tuesday	08:00 - 16:30
Wednesday	08:00 - 16:30
Thursday	08:00 - 16:30
Friday	08:00 - 16:30
Saturday	09:00 - 13:00

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Choice Vehicle Rentals Ltd

No score available yet

3 locations in Brighton

Locations in Brighton

56 Beaconsfield Road, Brighton

+44 7837 823462

Monday	08:30 - 17:30
Tuesday	08:30 - 17:30
Wednesday	08:30 - 17:30
Thursday	08:30 - 17:30
Friday	08:30 - 17:30
Saturday	08:30 - 17:30
Sunday

77 Holland Road, Hove

+44 7837 823462

Monday	08:30 - 17:30
Tuesday	08:30 - 17:30
Wednesday	08:30 - 17:30
Thursday	08:30 - 17:30
Friday	08:30 - 17:30
Saturday	08:30 - 17:30
Sunday

Sackville Road, Hove

+44 7837 823462

Monday	08:30 - 17:30
Tuesday	08:30 - 17:30
Wednesday	08:30 - 17:30
Thursday	08:30 - 17:30
Friday	08:30 - 17:30
Saturday	08:30 - 17:30
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Firefly

No score available yet

3 locations in Brighton

Locations in Brighton

1, Melville Road

+44 843 309 3010

Monday	08:30 - 17:30
Tuesday	08:30 - 17:30
Wednesday	08:30 - 17:30
Thursday	08:30 - 17:30
Friday	08:30 - 17:30
Saturday	09:00 - 13:00

Brighton Racecourse

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Freshfield Road

+44 843 309 3010

Monday	08:30 - 17:30
Tuesday	08:30 - 17:30
Wednesday	08:30 - 17:30
Thursday	08:30 - 17:30
Friday	08:30 - 17:30
Saturday	09:00 - 13:00
Sunday	10:00 - 16:00

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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

Opening times not available

NCP Brighton Centre, ground floor, Russel Rd

Opening times not available

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Thrifty

No score available yet

2 locations in Brighton

Locations in Brighton

47 Trafalgar St

Monday	08:30 - 17:30
Tuesday	08:30 - 17:30
Wednesday	08:30 - 17:30
Thursday	08:30 - 17:30
Friday	08:30 - 17:30

Ncp Ground Floor, Russell Road

+44 1275 625782

Monday	08:00 - 16:30
Tuesday	08:00 - 16:30
Wednesday	08:00 - 16:30
Thursday	08:00 - 16:30
Friday	08:00 - 16:30
Saturday	09:00 - 13:00

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Strafford

No score available yet

One location in Brighton

Locations in Brighton

74 Preston Road, Brighton, UK

+44 1273 687167

Opening times not available

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Virtuo

No score available yet

One location in Brighton

Locations in Brighton

Stroudley Rd

Opening times not available

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3 travellers who hired a car in Brighton gave the car agency they used an average rating of 7.2

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.

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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 Brighton car hire.

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