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Cheap car hire in Norwich
KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Norwich
- Why bother with train timetables when you can set your own travel schedule with a car hire in Norwich? Plan your itinerary to include walking trips to Norwich Castle and Norwich Cathedral within the city centre before heading out for an extended drive around Norfolk and East Anglia. A great alternative involves taking the A47 East down to Lowestoft. It’s about 28 miles each way including a nice stretch of coastline from Great Yarmouth with a few towns you can explore at your leisure.
- Reserving your hired car at Norwich Airport (NWI) allows you to hit the ground running because it’s less than 5 miles from the downtown area. The Norwich car hire centre is located on the Ground Level of the Arrivals Hall to your left just before the exit, or just behind the taxi rank when you enter the building. Avis, Budget and Hertz all have offices there for your convenience so picking up your vehicle should be a hassle-free experience.
- Like most UK cities, Norwich has an intricate network of small streets and primary roads connecting to the city centre. The A147 is an inner ring road, which encircles the vibrant heart of the metropolis making it especially vulnerable to congestion from vehicular traffic. You should also expect heavy pedestrian and bike contact from tourists and college students when driving around the downtown area. Delays may also be experienced along the outer ring, which includes the main motorways A146 (south), A1042 (north), A47 (east) connecting Norwich to greater Norfolk and East Anglia.
- Aside from the normal 7:00-9:00 and 17:00-20:00 weekday rush hour traffic, you will also encounter heavy flow on Saturdays during the football season. For die-hard fans, all roads lead to the A147 and Carrow Road Stadium, where the Norwich Canaries play their home fixtures. If you’re in town during this time, it’s a good idea to be familiar with game times so you can adjust your travel schedule appropriately.
- Book your car hire in Norwich at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Economy hire cars in Norwich are around 44% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about hiring a car in Norwich
What type of car is recommended for driving in Norwich?
Small economy cars always hold the advantage of being easier to park and manoeuvre around busy city streets. That said, if you’re not flying solo look to a standard, intermediate or SUV vehicle to provide adequate room and comfort for your travelling companions.
What’s the speed limit in Norwich?
Norwich is another UK city that has a 20mph speed ordnance for all motor vehicles within city limits due to a high number of accidents, road fatalities, and ever-increasing pedestrian traffic. However, speeds of 30mph are allowed on the A147 to reduce congestion. As a rule of thumb, all UK single carriageway motorways like the A11 and the A1151 allow a maximum speed of 60mph, while dual carriageways like the A47 and the A146 increase to 70mph. Junction points are primed with CCTV and traffic cams, so be vigilant when driving your Norwich car hire through these areas.
Where are the best places to park in Norwich?
Outside the city centre, street parking is free in non-restricted areas. Within the city limits you’ll have to pay anywhere from £1.70 to £2.50 per hour to park on the street depending on the zone. Tickets should be prominently displayed to avoid fines. There are several pay and display garages downtown where you can leave your Norwich car hire while you explore the city on foot. St Andrews Car Park is a multi-storey facility perfectly situated for a day of shopping, where it will cost £1.80 per hour and £6 for anything over 4h.
How much is the price of fuel in Norwich?
The average price of fuel in Norwich is €6.19 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between €74 and €99, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular car hire in Norwich?
Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Norwich.
Which car hire agencies are at Heathrow airport (LHR)?
Car hire companies onsite at Heathrow airport include GREEN MOTION, DRIVALIA, Europcar, Budget, SURPRICE CAR RENTAL, Hertz, Dollar, U-Save, Avis and Sixt.
Which car hire agencies are at Gatwick airport (LGW)?
Car hire companies onsite at Gatwick airport include Budget, Hertz, Dollar, U-Save, keddy by Europcar and Routes Car & Truck Rentals.
Which car hire agencies are at Stansted airport (STN)?
Car hire companies onsite at Stansted airport include GREEN MOTION, DRIVALIA, Budget, Alamo, keddy by Europcar, National and Routes Car & Truck Rentals.
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, Budget, Alamo, Hertz, Dollar, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Avis, Sixt 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, Europcar, Budget, Alamo, Hertz, Dollar, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Avis, Sixt and keddy by Europcar.
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, Budget, Alamo, Hertz, Dollar, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Avis, Sixt and keddy by Europcar.
How can I find car hires near me in Norwich?
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
How much does an Economy car hire cost in Norwich?
An Economy car hire in Norwich costs €39 per day, on average.
How much does a Compact car hire cost in Norwich?
A Compact car hire in Norwich costs €57 per day, on average.
How much does a Mini car hire cost in Norwich?
A Mini car hire in Norwich costs €144 per day, on average.
Norwich 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.
Avis
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2 locations in Norwich
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Holiday Inn Norwich Carrow Road
+44 344 544 6023
Norwich Airport
+44 344 544 6023
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keddy by Europcar
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Terminal Building Norwich Airport
8713843416
Unit 1 9 Dereham Rd
+44 371 384 5924
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Anonymous, May 2024
Mini
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Norwich Airport
+44 344 544 8752
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Hertz
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Terminal Building
+44 843 309 3055
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Europcar
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Terminal Building
+44 371 384 3416
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J, Apr 2023
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Firefly
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Terminal Building
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147-153 Ber St
+44 55 5555 5555
46 Hurricane Way
+44 1603 484384
59 Norwich Livestock Market
+44 1603 629097
Heigham Street
+44 1603 629097
The Boundary Junction
+44 1603 484384
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Terminal Building, Norwich Airport, Norwich United Kingdom
+44 371 384 3414
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40 Paddock St
+44 844 499 3399
Norwich Airport Arpt NWI
+44 844 499 3399
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Whiffler Road
+44 1603 775477
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TERMINAL BUILDING NORWICH AIRPORT
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1 Paddock St
+44 1603 660160
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Good to know
Most popular car type | Economy |
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When to book a car hire in Norwich
Car hire insurance in Norwich
Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) & Theft Protection Waiver
Some Norwich 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 Norwich.
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 Norwich car hire.
Everything you need to know for your car hire in Norwich
Car rental at airports serving Norwich
Norwich car hire information
| Pick-up location | Norwich |
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| Car types | |
| Hire locations | 25 |
| Airport locations | 12 |