St. Albans car hire

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Most popular car type

Mini

When to book a car hire in St. Albans

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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in St. Albans

  • When you get a car hire in St. Albans, you will get more flexibility compared to other methods of transport such as a bus or train. This is because you can leave at a time that’s better for you, rather than relying on the times of public transport. For instance, if you want to go to Hertford, you can get there in about 26 minutes by car. To do this trip by train takes about 1h 20min and also requires multiple changes.
  • Luton International Airport (LTN) offers a great selection of car hire agencies to choose from, such as SIXT and Enterprise, so you’ll find it easy to get your perfect vehicle. You can locate the branches with ease too. For example, if you’re hiring with SIXT, you will be given a phone number to call up arrival at the airport. You will then be picked up by a shuttle from outside the front of the Arrivals Hall and be taken to the SIXT branch.
  • When you get a car hire in St. Albans, you will realise that it’s a busy city that has many tourists visiting it. Due to how popular it is, you need to exercise caution when driving in the centre of the city as many people cross the road at points which aren’t officially for pedestrians to cross at. You will also find that there are lots of cyclists in the city so remaining vigilant, especially at turns or roundabouts, is very important.
  • When you get a car hire in St. Albans, you will see that the streets can get very busy with both tourists visiting the cathedral and locals heading to London. Whilst the city is busy throughout the week, you will find is particularly busy from 7 am to 9 am and 4 pm to 7 pm when lots of locals commute to and from work in the capital. It you are not a fan of driving on busy roads, try and stay off them during these times. The A1081 is one road that’s very busy as it runs through the centre of the city. You should avoid this road if possible and try to find another route.
  • Book your car hire in St. Albans at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Mini hire cars in St. Albans are around 28% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about hiring a car in St. Albans

  • How much is the price of fuel in St. Albans?

    The average price of fuel in St. Albans is €5.78 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between €69 and €92, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular car hire in St. Albans?

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

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

    Car hire companies onsite at Heathrow airport include GREEN MOTION, Budget, SURPRICE CAR RENTAL, U-Save, Avis, Dollar, EZ Drive Car Rentals and keddy by Europcar.

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

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

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

    Car hire companies onsite at Stansted airport include GREEN MOTION, Budget, keddy by Europcar, National and DRIVALIA.

  • 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, Budget, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Sixt, Avis, 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 GREEN MOTION, Budget, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Sixt, Avis, Dollar, keddy by Europcar 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, Budget, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Sixt, Avis, Dollar, keddy by Europcar and National.

  • How can I find car hires near me in St. Albans?

    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 St. Albans?

    A Mini car hire in St. Albans costs €21 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Compact car hire cost in St. Albans?

    A Compact car hire in St. Albans costs €29 per day, on average.

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in St. Albans?

    St. Albans is a delightful city that acts as both a commuter base for London, and also a top tourist city too. As it is very busy all week, you would be better off getting a small vehicle like a Fiat 500 so you are able to park with ease. If you want to take your car out into the English countryside, then you will want something that has a bit more bite. A Nissan Juke, for example, is an SUV that will improve handling on winding roads and is also better suited to a range of terrains.

  • What’s the speed limit in St. Albans?

    You must stick to the speed limit when you’re driving in St. Albans otherwise you may end up with a fine. For instance, when you’re in a city or town you should not go faster than 30 mph (48 km/h). However, outside areas like schools this will be 20 mph (32 km/h), so ensure you abide by the limits. On rural roads the maximum speed you can go is 60 mph (96 km/h), whilst on motorways you can go no faster than 70 mph (113 km/h).

  • Where are the best places to park in St. Albans?

    There are lots of car parks you can use when you get a St. Albans car hire. For example, Adelaide Street Surface Car Park has about 30 spaces and costs around £ 1.50 (₹ 138) per hour on Monday to Saturdays between 7:30 am and 6:30 pm. Outside of these times the car park is free.

St. Albans car rental reviews and directory

 
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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.0

Very Good

3 locations in St. Albans

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Ncp Car Park, Hillfield Road

+44 1442 211115

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

Ronsons Way

+44 1727 899123

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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Unit 132 The Galleria Shopping

+44 1707 802817

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
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Europcar

7.0

Good

One location in St. Albans

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Unit 5 Maxted Close

+44 371 384 5916

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keddy by Europcar

6.9

Okay

One location in St. Albans

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Unit 5 Maxted Close, Enterprise Way

+44 371 384 5916

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 17:00

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DRIVALIA

5.8

Fair

One location in St. Albans

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Hilton Watford - Elton Way

+44 1923 987190

Monday09:00 - 12:00
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Free2Move

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2 locations in St. Albans

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1 Great North Road

Monday09:00 - 12:00
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Saturday08:30 - 12:30
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+44 20 3514 2278

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A Car Rental

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One location in St. Albans

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3 Otterspool Way, Watford

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Avalon Vehicle Rental

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One location in St. Albans

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Hall Road

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Thrifty

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One location in St. Albans

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229 - 235 Hatfield Rd

+44 1727 811815

Monday08:30 - 12:30
Tuesday08:30 - 12:30
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Friday08:30 - 12:30

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Car hire insurance in St. Albans

Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) & Theft Protection Waiver

Some St. Albans 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 St. Albans.

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 St. Albans car hire.

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