Car hire prices in Birmingham
The cost of car hire in Birmingham varies depending on when you travel and the type of car you choose. However, summer prices start at £26*. To unlock greater savings, travel off-season when prices drop. Renting a car in Birmingham will give you the independence to explore the UK's second-biggest city on your own schedule. See the historic Roundhouse building, wander the canal quarter, or take a drive to the Moseley Bog nature reserve where author JRR Tolkien once lived.
Finding some of the best deals for cheap car hire in Birmingham
To find brilliant Birmingham car hire deals search Expedia's platform. Just enter your trip dates and where you want to pick up your vehicle and you can then browse through numerous Birmingham rental cars. Refine your search by car type or select an electric car hire, like the Nissan Leaf Electric or similar to avoid the congestion zone charges in the city. On the left side of your search screen, you'll find an option for "Great Deal" under "Exclusive Offers" where you'll see some of the best prices available including cheap car hire in Birmingham.
Some of the best car hire companies in Birmingham
When you hire a car in Birmingham with Expedia, you'll have lots of options with major rental brands like Europcar, Hertz, Sixt and more available. Narrow down your search by your preferred company or leave this option blank and compare all the car hire companies on offer to find cheap car hires in Birmingham.
Some of the best places to hire a car in Birmingham
You can rent your car right at Birmingham airport to get going as soon as you land or you can pick your vehicle up in the suburbs, such as in Edgbaston, or Birmingham city centre. Just make sure you consider the total cost including any travel expenses to get to your car hire pick-up location to make sure you get a deal.
Birmingham car rental types
You can choose from a large range of vehicles when you search car hires in Birmingham including compact cars perfect for zipping around the city. If you have large suitcases, are bringing the whole family along, or are planning to shop until you drop then a larger car, like an SUV with plenty of cargo space, might work better. For special occasions or if you just fancy treating yourself to an upgrade choose a luxury car hire in Birmingham like a Mercedes-Benz E-Class or an Audi Q5 for an elevated experience. The type of car you choose is up to you but keep in mind how long you'll be using the vehicle, how many passengers will be joining you and your budget to make the right decision.
Advice on car hire in Birmingham
To hire a car in Birmingham, British citizens just need their driver's licence and a credit card. Visitors from other countries may also need to provide an International Driving Permit if their driving licence is in a language other than English and proof of their travel home.
One-way and long-term car hire in Birmingham
On the Expedia search page click "Add a different drop-off location" to search by different cities, airports or addresses. This works out well if Birmingham is just one stop on a longer road trip through the West Midlands or if you are planning on continuing your journey north to Manchester, Leeds or Sheffield or south to London or the coast. Choose a long-term car hire in Birmingham if you plan to travel or stay for longer than a month.
Benefits of booking a car hire in Birmingham with Expedia
Expedia is your one-stop shop for all your travel needs including vehicle hire in Birmingham. Bundle your car hire, hotel, and flight bookings for savings and benefit from unlimited mileage on your car hire as well as free cancellation if you decide on a different route or itinerary.
*Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
