Car Rentals in Leicester, GBR

Car hire prices in Leicester

Rental cars in Leicester start from around £74* for smaller models, like compact vehicles. When browsing for vehicle hire in Leicester, you'll notice the size of the car influences the price. Inclusions like unlimited mileage, additional driver and sat-nav systems can also affect costs, as does the pick-up location. You can expect to pay less if you hire a vehicle on the outskirts of the city. Prices also fluctuate depending on the season, with bank holiday weekends and school half-term often seeing higher rates. Full-to-empty policies mean you can drop the car off with no petrol, but these often work out to be more expensive than filling the tank yourself.

Finding some of the best deals for cheap car hire in Leicester

Expedia's nifty search wizard and handy filters make bagging the best car hire deals in Leicester a breeze. They let you set a maximum budget as well as order results by price. Keep your eyes peeled for the green 'Great Deal' label, as this means you've stumbled upon a special rate. There's even a filter for this on the side of the page, as well one for 'Exclusive offers'. Besides taking advantage of Expedia's search tool, booking early and being flexible with your dates are other ways to score cheap car hire in Leicester.

Some of the best car hire companies in Leicester

Europcar, Green Motion and Keddy by Europcar are the three main companies for car hires in Leicester city. Further afield, you can also choose from other big names, like Hertz, Enterprise, and Alamo. Scanning through customer ratings and reviews is a great way of picking a provider, and you'll often see a recommendation score next to the company's logo in the search results. You can even filter by rental car brand, although be sure to compare all options to bag the best Leicester car hire deals.

Some of the best places to hire a car in Leicester

One of the best places to hire a car in Leicester is the city centre, as this is where you'll find the most options available. There are pick-up points near Jubilee Square and close to Burley's Flyover. Nineteen miles north of the city lies East Midlands Airport, where you'll encounter more Leicester rental cars. The search wizard's useful map is handy for zooming in on the most convenient location for you.

Leicester car rental types

The right type of Leicester car hire depends on your needs, with passenger count and luggage size being important factors. If you're travelling with kids, you'll want to consider family-friendly midsize cars and SUVs for maximum space. The sort of journey you'll be taking is another key point to consider when choosing your vehicle type. If you only need a ride to nip to the Highcross and Haymarket shopping centres, a standard car will do you fine. But if exploring the rolling green countryside is on the cards, you may want to consider premium or luxury vehicles when you hire a car in Leicester.

Advice on car hire in Leicester

When picking up rental cars in Leicester, you'll need to show a valid UK driving license, and occasionally your passport and proof of current address. A DVLA code, which you can obtain on the UK government's website, is sometimes required by companies to check for any penalty points you may have. Also, make sure your Leicester car hire includes all necessary road insurance. You can check for all this information by logging into Expedia and going to the 'Trips' section.

One-way and long-term car hire in Leicester

When using Expedia's search wizard to compare car hires in Leicester, select 'Add a different drop-off location' to browse the best one-way rental deals. This type of car hire lets you pick up your set of wheels in one location and drop it off in another. It's a great option if you're thinking about heading to nearby cities, like Birmingham, Coventry or Nottingham. Long-term car hire in Leicester is a good choice if you'll be needing a ride for several weeks or even months. Simply enter your travel dates into the search wizard to view the best deals for long-term vehicle rental.

Benefits of booking a Leicester car hire with Expedia

Finding low-cost car hire in Leicester couldn't be easier thanks to Expedia's intuitive search wizard. It lets you compare hundreds of deals at the click of a button, and the handy search filters mean you can home in on the right deal for you. Many car hires on Expedia come with free cancellation, too. As well as one of the widest choices of car hire companies, Expedia offers package savings when you combine your Leicester car hire with flights and accommodation.

*Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms may apply.