Chelmsford car hire

Driver's age: 26-65
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Cheap car hire in Chelmsford

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Most popular car type

Standard

KAYAK’s insights & trends for Chelmsford car hire

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

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

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

What is the best car hire company in Chelmsford?

Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car hire companies in Chelmsford are Europcar (10.0, 1 review), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.0, 1 review), and Sixt (7.3).
Europcar
Europcar
Rated 10.0/10
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Rated 8.0/10
Sixt
Sixt
Rated 7.3/10
keddy by Europcar
keddy by Europcar
Rated 6.8/10

What is the most popular car to hire in Chelmsford?

Passenger van cars (Class Compact Van or similar) are the most popular type of vehicle to hire in Chelmsford. Passenger van cars in Chelmsford cost €110/day on average, though some users have found deals as low as €67/day.

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

The cheapest month to hire a car in Chelmsford is January at an average cost of €16/day. August is the most expensive month to hire a car in Chelmsford when prices are €44/day on average, which tends to be 22% above the yearly average hire price for Chelmsford.

Which car hire company in Chelmsford has the most locations?

Free2Move and Sunnycars operate 2 locations each in Chelmsford, more than any other car hire company.
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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Chelmsford

  • The city of Chelmsford lies midway between the capital London and the city of Colchester and this part of Essex County is striated with major roads like the M11, M25 and A12, coursing in all directions. Discovering the small towns and villages in this region is best managed with a car hire in Chelmsford, which affords the flexibility of making unscheduled stops and detours in places unreachable by public transportation. Southend-on-Sea is a 20-mile trip east via the A130/A127, and Mersea Island is 27 miles via the A12.
  • London Southend Airport (SEN) and London Stansted Airport (STN) are two airports 20 miles outside of the city, so either one is a good choice to collect your car hire in Chelmsford. Options are limited at London Southend, but there’s a handful at London Stansted including Alamo and Avis. The car hire area at London Southend is located on the Ground Floor of the terminal building neat Costa, whereas you’ll need to ride the free shuttle bus to the Car Hire Village at London Stansted. The shuttle stop is situated forecourt of the terminal building and departs every 10min.
  • Lying within the London commuter belt, many Chelmsford residents work in the capital and that translates to heavy commuter train traffic, as well as significant vehicular and pedestrian movement not to mention motorcycle and bike riders.
  • Within the city, secondary roads like the A1016 or B1007 will experience tie-ups and you should expect gridlock along primary roads, such as the A12, A130 and A414 leading in/out of the city. You can take the A12 practically all the way to London from Chelmsford and that doesn’t bode well if you’re on the carriageway during morning and evening rush hour traffic. Avoid this central vein from 06:00-09:00 for southbound traffic and from 18:00-21:00 northbound to escape the congestion. If you intend on driving south, the A414 or the A130 are alternates routes, which may provide some relief.
  • Economy hire cars in Chelmsford are around 57% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about hiring a car in Chelmsford

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

    Whether you drive a compact, SUV or luxury saloon you shouldn’t experience any major headaches driving around Chelmsford in your hired car. As such, the type of vehicle you choose comes down to budget and number of passengers along for the ride. Generally, smaller cars are easier to park, with better mileage per litre.

  • What’s the speed limit in Chelmsford?

    The legal speed within Chelmsford city limits is 30mph, unless you encounter posted signs which dictate otherwise. Dual carriageway roads, such as the A12, A130 and A414, all carry a top speed limit of 60mph and if you find yourself on the M11 or M25 then you’re good for a tidy 70mph. As always, observe proper driving etiquette at all times and be mindful of traffic cams and CCTV near major junctions to avoid possible fines.

  • Where are the best places to park in Chelmsford?

    On-street parking under the auspices of Chelmsford City Council is pay and display and has a 2h limit, which costs £1.20, otherwise you pay in 15-minute instalments. After 18:00-20:00 Monday through to Saturday, you can usually park in these areas (for example Victoria Road and Waterloo Lane) for free and on-street parking is free all day on Sunday. Alternatively, you can use one of the private parking concerns like NCP or Q-Park if it’s more convenient.

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

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

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

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

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

    Car hire companies onsite at Stansted airport include Alamo, 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 Alamo, Hertz, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Sixt, Dollar 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 Alamo, Hertz, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Sixt, keddy by Europcar, Dollar 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 Alamo, Hertz, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Sixt, keddy by Europcar, Dollar and National.

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

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

  • How much does a Standard car hire cost in Chelmsford?

    A Standard car hire in Chelmsford costs €66 per day, on average.

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

    A Compact car hire in Chelmsford costs €35 per day, on average.

  • How much does an Intermediate car hire cost in Chelmsford?

    An Intermediate car hire in Chelmsford costs €115 per day, on average.

Chelmsford 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.

Europcar

10.0

Wonderful

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10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

One location in Chelmsford

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3 Montrose Road

+44 371 384 9984

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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.0

Very Good

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Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.0

Value for money

6.0

One location in Chelmsford

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Roxwell Road

+44 1245 344555

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 Chelmsford

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Transit House, Brockley Road

+44-844-4993399

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keddy by Europcar

6.8

Okay

One location in Chelmsford

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3 Montrose Road

+44 371 384 9984

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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GREEN MOTION

5.5

Fair

One location in Chelmsford

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Chelmsford Downtown

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FLIZZR

7.4

Good

One location in Chelmsford

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1 Brockley Rd

+44 844 499 3399

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Free2Move

5.2

Fair

2 locations in Chelmsford

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Eastern Approach

+44 1245 932980

Monday13:00 - 16:0008:00 - 17:00
Tuesday13:00 - 16:0008:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:0013:00 - 16:00
Thursday13:00 - 16:0008:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:0013:00 - 16:00
Saturday08:00 - 17:0013:00 - 16:00

Waterhouse Lane

Monday09:00 - 12:00
Tuesday09:00 - 12:00
Wednesday09:00 - 12:00
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Friday09:00 - 12:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday11:00 - 17:00

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Sunnycars

No score available yet

2 locations in Chelmsford

Locations in Chelmsford

3 Montrose Road

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Roxwell Road

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Firefly

No score available yet

One location in Chelmsford

Locations in Chelmsford

23 Robjohns Road

+44 843 309 3018

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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Thrifty

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One location in Chelmsford

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Jones Of Chelmsford

+44 1245 350453

Monday08:30 - 17:30
Tuesday08:30 - 17:30
Wednesday08:30 - 17:30
Thursday08:30 - 17:30
Friday08:30 - 17:30
Saturday08:30 - 17:30

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2 travellers who hired a car in Chelmsford gave the car agency they used an average rating of 6.4

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Car hire insurance in Chelmsford

Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) & Theft Protection Waiver

Some Chelmsford 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 Chelmsford.

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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 Chelmsford car hire.

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Everything you need to know for your car hire in Chelmsford

Chelmsford car hire information

Pick-up locationChelmsford
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Hire locations12
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