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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Cambridge

  • Cambridge is one of the most venerable cities in the UK, and with its rich academic heritage it is brimming with historical attractions. A convenient way to create your own travel itinerary so that you can visit all the sights you’re interested in is to book car hire in Cambridge. You’ll have the independence to visit the famous King’s College and its chapel, on the King’s Parade. While you’re at Cambridge University, the Botanic Garden and Trinity College should also be on your list. You can also drive out to another renowned landmark, the National Horse Racing Museum, which is located 13 miles away in Newmarket.
  • Your nearest airports to fly into are London Stansted or London Luton, which are 23 and 31 miles away respectively. Stansted has a wide choice of major brands that you can use for Cambridge car hire: Hertz, Avis, Budget and Sixt are just a few. A free bus will take you from the airport’s terminal forecourt to the Car Rental Village, departing every 10min. Similarly, at London Luton Airport you’ll find a wide choice of options, and the airport also offers a free shuttle bus service to its Car Hire Centre, where you can pick up your vehicle.
  • Once you’ve arrived and are enjoying the flexibility that car hire in Cambridge offers, the first thing to be aware of is that the city is something of a cyclist’s mecca, so keep your eyes wide open for anything from single cyclists to quite large groups. Be alert on major roads, particularly the M11, which is a hotspot for vehicle accidents. If you’re staying outside the city, be aware that the country roads in the unspoilt surrounding rural areas can be poorly lit, as you would expect. Also pay particular attention when negotiating the traffic flow at the Girton Cloverleaf interchange.
  • While we might think of Cambridge as a quiet, historic university town, it also has a bustling city centre, which hasn’t escaped modern features like traffic jams and rush hours. Firstly, it’s advisable to avoid the main commercial road serving the city, the A14, which is often subject to general delays. Some of the city roads are also on the narrow side, so you may want to check local traffic conditions daily for the A428 and Mill Road as well. The rush hours themselves are at the predictable hours, so avoid these roads especially from around 08:00 to 09:00 and 17:00 to 18:00.
  • Book your car hire in Cambridge at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Mini hire cars in Cambridge are around 40% cheaper than other car types, on average
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FAQs about hiring a car in Cambridge

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

    Because of the denser traffic in the centre of Cambridge, and on the main arterials to and through the city, you’ll probably want to avoid getting too big a vehicle if you’re going to be spending a lot of time there. A compact city car or a small saloon will do you nicely. Feel free to choose pretty much anything for rural roads – if you choose a 4x4, just be aware of environmental impact restrictions in some areas. Otherwise, something like an MPV or SUV will be just the ticket.

  • What’s the speed limit in Cambridge?

    Be on your toes with speed limits in Cambridge – the city centre has a 20mph limit, which differs from the 30mph in other UK cities. Once you drive out into the suburbs, standard UK speed limits apply, going from 30mph up to 40mph on the wider feeder roads in the area.

  • Where are the best places to park in Cambridge?

    You’ll need a visitor permit to park in Cambridge. You can get these at a cost of £12, which will allow you five visits to the city’s central parking areas. You can use these credits any time you like for up to a year. There are several multi-storey car parks that you can choose from, such as the Grafton East and West car parks, and the Grand Arcade car park.

  • How much is the price of fuel in Cambridge?

    The average price of fuel in Cambridge is €6.33 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 Cambridge?

    Mini (Fiat 500 or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Cambridge.

  • 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 Cambridge?

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

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

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

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

    A Compact car hire in Cambridge costs €32 per day, on average.

  • How much does an Economy car hire cost in Cambridge?

    An Economy car hire in Cambridge costs €49 per day, on average.

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Cambridge car rental reviews and directory 
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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

10.0

Wonderful

Read 1 review
Best rated

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

6.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

8.0

3 locations in Cambridge

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Locations in Cambridge

34 Station Road

+44 1223 234400

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

Elite Service Area

+44 1763 242550

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

Swanns Road

+44 1223 269315

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday10:00 - 13:00

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Alamo

8.6

Cleanliness

6.6

Comfort

9.3

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.9

Value for money

7.9

One location in Cambridge

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Enterprise Rent A Car

+44 1223 227022

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday10:00 - 13:00

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8.0 Very Good

Anonymous, Sept 2024

Passenger van

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Vehicle not clean. Had to top up oil on collection. Ad Blue warnings within a day of collection. Appears vehicles not inspected before release?

1 out of 1

Sixt

Cleanliness

5.0

Comfort

5.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

5.0

Value for money

5.0

2 locations in Cambridge

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2 Elizabeth Way

+44 20 7018 8246

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 17:00
Sunday08:00 - 17:00

Station Road

+44 844 499 3399

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

4.0

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

8.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

4.0

Value for money

2.0

One location in Cambridge

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264 Newmarket Road

+44 371 384 5907

Opening times not available

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Firefly

9.6

Wonderful

2 locations in Cambridge

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Locations in Cambridge

Cambridge airport

+44 843 309 3015

Opening times not available

Clifton Road

+44 843 309 3015

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

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National

8.6

Very Good

One location in Cambridge

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Enterprise Rent A Car

+44 1223 227022

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday10:00 - 13:00

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Budget

7.3

Good

One location in Cambridge

Locations in Cambridge

245 Mill Road

+44 344 544 4109

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

2 locations in Cambridge

Locations in Cambridge

264 Newmarket Road

+44 371 384 5907

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

Cambridge airport

Opening times not available

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No reviews available

Hertz

6.9

Okay

One location in Cambridge

Locations in Cambridge

Clifton Road Industrial Estate

+44 843 309 3015

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

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Dollar

6.1

Okay

2 locations in Cambridge

Locations in Cambridge

Abbey Stadium

+44 1223 244233

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

Clifton Road Industrial Estate

+44 843 309 3015

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

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GREEN MOTION

5.4

Fair

2 locations in Cambridge

Locations in Cambridge

Cambridge Delivery

Opening times not available

Cambridge Downtown

Opening times not available

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No reviews available

FLIZZR

7.4

Good

2 locations in Cambridge

Locations in Cambridge

10 Elizabeth Way

+44 844 499 3399

Opening times not available

2 Elizabeth Way

+44 207 018 8246

Opening times not available

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Sunnycars

No score available yet

3 locations in Cambridge

Locations in Cambridge

264 Newmarket Road

Opening times not available

Clifton Road

Opening times not available

Swanns Road

Opening times not available

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Free2Move

No score available yet

2 locations in Cambridge

Locations in Cambridge

137 Histon Road

+44 1223 706706

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

699 Newmarket Road

+44 1223 636732

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 17:00
Sunday10:30 - 16:30

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Thrifty

No score available yet

One location in Cambridge

Locations in Cambridge

Abbey Stadium

+44 1223 244233

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

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7 travellers who hired a car in Cambridge gave the car agency they used an average rating of 6.7

Car hire locations in or near Cambridge

Travelling to a place near Cambridge?

Hire a car at Cambridge 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 Cambridge

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Car hire insurance in Cambridge

Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) & Theft Protection Waiver

Some Cambridge 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 Cambridge.

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 Cambridge car hire.

Cambridge car hire information

Pick-up locationCambridge
Car types
Hire locations26
Airport locations2

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