Birkenhead car hire

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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Birkenhead

  • Although its proximity to Liverpool offers railway and bus links connecting the two locations, a car hire in Birkenhead offers drivers increased mobility and versatility to discover the town, the Wirral district and the greater Merseyside region. Wallasey Beach (5 miles) and Thurston Beach (7.5 miles) are prime summer spots for a swim and stroll, while the medieval city of Chester with its Roman fortifications is about 19 miles south via the M53.
  • Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL) is ideally situated for a Birkenhead car hire opportunity as it’s a mere 3 miles from the town. Avis, Europcar and Enterprise are the companies operating there and the airport’s Car Hire Centre is easy to locate once you arrive. For directions, exit the terminal building and proceed directly across the street to the Short Stay or Express Drop-Off and Pick-Up Car Park where the centre is located on the Ground Floor.
  • Birkenhead is not a large town, but it is served by a good network of highways like the ring road that includes portion of the A552, A554 and the M53 motorway. You can expect this major artery to experience some congestion during any rush hour period, especially the stretch of A554 that leads into a roundabout with Chester Street not far from the Woodside Pier. The Kingsway and Queensway Tunnels that funnel traffic to and from Liverpool are also prime targets for gridlock during rush hours. Keep an eye out for passing cyclists, motorbike riders and pedestrians dashing to get to work.
  • Residents of port towns/cities tend to be early risers and hit the road sooner than most. As such, if you expect to use one of the tunnels in the morning, it’s preferable to be on your way before the 07:00-08:00 hour when vehicular traffic is thickest. The ring road could stay busy through 09:00, so if you can afford the wait you might make better time driving out of town. Evening congestion is heaviest around 19:00 and could remain that way until at least 21:00, especially through the tunnels and streets near the Birkenhead Docks.
  • Book your car hire in Birkenhead at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Compact hire cars in Birkenhead are around 249% more expensive than other car types, on average

FAQs about hiring a car in Birkenhead

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Birkenhead?

    Larger vehicles, such as full-sized SUVs or intermediate saloons and people carriers, are the obvious choice for families of four or five while compacts and economy cars are standard Birkenhead car hires for duos and solo motorists.

  • What’s the speed limit in Birkenhead?

    All residential streets have the legal speed limit of 20mph. Outside this restriction, speeds of 30mph are common on most roads and increases to 50mph on single carriageways and 60mph on dual carriageways, while the M53 has a maximum speed limit of 70mph. Both tunnels and the A54/Chester Street roundabout will have traffic cameras and active CCTV to catch speeding motorists so always observe the posted limits at all times.

  • Where are the best places to park in Birkenhead?

    According to the Wirral Council, on-street parking is fixed at £2.50 for long stay as well as pay-and-display parking unless you have a residential permit. Generally speaking, on-street parking is free between the hours of 21:00-08:00 and all day on Sundays. The Council also runs several pay-and-display car parks concentrated mostly in the downtown area, which are a combination of short stay and long stay parking garages. Rates vary according to location, but you should expect to pay about £1.20 per hour at any of these lots.

  • How much is the price of fuel in Birkenhead?

    The average price of fuel in Birkenhead is R118,71 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between R1 424 and R1 899, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular car hire in Birkenhead?

    Compact (Kia Cee'd SW or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Birkenhead.

  • Which car hire agencies are at Manchester airport (MAN)?

    The only car hire company onsite at Manchester airport is DRIVALIA.

  • How can I find car hires near me in Birkenhead?

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

  • How much does a Compact car hire cost in Birkenhead?

    A Compact car hire in Birkenhead costs R749 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Mini car hire cost in Birkenhead?

    A Mini car hire in Birkenhead costs R214 per day, on average.

Birkenhead car rental reviews and directory 
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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

10,0

Wonderful

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10.0

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10.0

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10.0

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10.0

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Campbletown Road

+44 151 645 3333

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10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Feb 2022

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Lauren and Diane were amazing, friendly and very helpful, will come again. 👍👍

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Sixt

7,2

Good

One location in Birkenhead

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1, Kings Dock Street

+44 151 230 8625

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Europcar

7,0

Good

One location in Birkenhead

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Bp Old Hall

+44 371 384 3446

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Hertz

6,9

Okay

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119 New Chester Road

+44 843 309 3006

Monday08:30 - 17:30
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GREEN MOTION

5,5

Fair

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Kings Dock Street, Liverpool

+44 151 230 1120

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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Kings Dock Street

+44 151 230 1120

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Easirent

5,0

Fair

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Royal Liver Building

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Firefly

9,6

Wonderful

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119 New Chester Road

+44 843 309 3006

Monday08:30 - 17:30
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keddy by Europcar

7,6

Good

One location in Birkenhead

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749, New Chester Road

+44 371 384 3446

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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DRIVALIA

6,5

Okay

One location in Birkenhead

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Royal Liver Building

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FLIZZR

7,4

Good

One location in Birkenhead

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24 Sparling St

+44 151 230 8625

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Hire Automotive Group

4,7

Mediocre

One location in Birkenhead

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131 Sefton St

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Move Mee

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One location in Birkenhead

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Green Motion Car and Van Rental, Kings Dock Street

+44 151 230 1120

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Sunnycars

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Royal Liver Building

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836 travellers who hired a car in Birkenhead gave the car agency they used an average rating of 6.5

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Compact

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