Leicester car hire

Especially drivers who are not used to driving on the left side of the road may want to choose a smaller car to be able to maneuver more easily. Additionally, a compact car requires less gas, and petrol is pretty expensive in the UK when compared to the US.

Unlike most European countries, miles are used for posting the speed limit in the UK. Around schools and highly pedestrian zones, 20 mph is permitted, while 30 mph is the limit for the rest of the city. Country roads allow between 60 and 70 mph, while freeways (called motorways in England and marked with an “M”) permit up to 70 mph.

There are various parking facilities available in Leicester, including city council garages and lots, such as in Victoria Park, on Dover Street, or in Phoenix Square. Rates are around £1 ($1.28) per hour in the city center and per two or three hours further out of town. Metered on-street parking is also an option, with prices around £3 ($3.84) per two hours.

Car hire companies onsite at Birmingham airport include DRIVALIA, GREEN MOTION, Alamo, Budget, Europcar, Avis, Hertz, Sixt, Dollar and keddy by Europcar.

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

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

A Compact car hire in Leicester costs €24 per day, on average.

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