Cheltenham car hire

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Cheap car hire in Cheltenham

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Most popular car type

Compact

KAYAK’s insights & trends for Cheltenham car hire

Check out the latest trends and booking tips to hire a car in Cheltenham with confidence.

How far in advance should you book car hire in Cheltenham?

You should book your car hire in Cheltenham around 31 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the best car hire company in Cheltenham?

Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car hire companies in Cheltenham are Enterprise Rent-A-Car (10.0, 1 review), Hertz (10.0, 1 review), and Europcar (6.9).
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Rated 10.0/10
Hertz
Hertz
Rated 10.0/10
Europcar
Europcar
Rated 6.9/10
Dollar
Dollar
Rated 6.1/10

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Cheltenham?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Cheltenham is January at an average cost of R625/day. May is the most expensive month to hire a car in Cheltenham when prices are R1 143/day on average, which tends to be 2 230% above the yearly average hire price for Cheltenham.

Which car hire company in Cheltenham has the most locations?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Europcar operate 2 locations each in Cheltenham, more than any other car hire company.

Cheltenham car hire experiences: the best tips from KAYAK users

Insights shared by verified travellers who hired a car in Cheltenham 
Verified travelerJun 2024
Check well the exact location, as there is more than one Enterprise boutique
StephenSept 2023
If you are new to the area, trust a good gps navigation app, as the roads are not intuitive or logically designed…

KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Cheltenham

  • The overall area of Cheltenham is about 46km squared and so using a car hire in Cheltenham makes perfect sense. By granting you the freedom and independence to travel where you want and when you want, you have a greater chance of enjoying your time there. You will not be restricted by the local timetables for public transport, and if you need to bring any equipment or travel cases, you can store them in the car without having to carry them on and off public transport. Using a car hire in Cheltenham gives you immediate access to visit famous places such as Gloucester and the Cotswolds.
  • Gloucestershire Airport is one of the nearest places that you can collect your car hire in Cheltenham, and there is one primary company that provides the rental cars. Keddy by Europcar is the main rental car provider in the airport, and you can find their branch office in the main terminal building. It tends to be open from 7.00 to 23.00, but we recommend that you check this when you know your travel arrangements to the airport.
  • As you will be driving your car hire in Cheltenham, you will need to follow the driving laws of the United Kingdom, starting by driving on the left-hand side of the road. You cannot turn right at a red light, and all passengers are required to wear their seat belts while in the vehicle. Also, vehicles coming from the right have priority on the roundabouts, and jaywalking is not uncommon in the Cheltenham area, so please keep an eye out for pedestrians crossing the roads.
  • Rush hour in Cheltenham tends to occur just before and after the typical school and office hours, so we recommend that if possible, you try and avoid driving your Cheltenham car hire during these hours. Traffic tends to be busiest in the town city throughout the day, and the rain that is typical to the United Kingdom can quickly reduce visibility for both drivers and pedestrians so take extra care when behind the wheel to consider this.

FAQs about hiring a car in Cheltenham

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

    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 Cheltenham?

    A Compact car hire in Cheltenham costs R1 405 per day, on average.

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

    We suggest that you consider using an economy or compact car hire in Cheltenham,  as they will be the easiest vehicles to control as you drive through the narrow streets of the town. They will also make parking in the town centre easier as the vehicle is smaller. If you would like to explore a bit further afield, then you may want to rent an intermediate car or an SUV as they will be more comfortable and better prepared to deal with any country roads.

  • What is the speed limit in Cheltenham?

    The speed limits in the built-up areas of Cheltenham are the same as those across the Untied Kingdom, and the maximum speed you can travel at is 30mph. You may find some reduced areas, particularly where children cross or play, and if there are any changes either up or down, they will be signposted. Regional roads may reach speed limits of 60mph, and the motorway speed limit is capped at 70mph.

  • What are the best places to park in Cheltenham?

    You will find plenty of places to park your car hire in Cheltenham, including both car parks and on street parking spaces. The town of Cheltenham has plenty of free parking spaces throughout the town, and we recommend that when parking, you check for either a parking meter or any signs that may warn you that it is illegal to park there. Otherwise, if you would like to park in a car park, we recommend parking in the Rodney Road Car Park, although it closes at 20.00. Another option is to park at the St Georges Road Car Park.

Cheltenham car rental reviews and directory

 
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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

10,0

Wonderful

Read 1 review

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.3

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

2 locations in Cheltenham

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Locations in Cheltenham

Old Gloucester Road

+44 1242 579081

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

Tewkesbury Road

+44 1242 514411

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday11:00 - 15:00

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10,0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jun 2024

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Excellent service

1 out of 1

Hertz

10,0

Wonderful

Read 1 review

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

8.0

One location in Cheltenham

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Gloucester Rd, Staverton

+44 1452 854477

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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Europcar

6,9

Okay

2 locations in Cheltenham

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Cheltenham Airport

+44 371 384 3494

Opening times not available

Gloucester Airport

+44 371 384 3494

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Dollar

6,1

Okay

One location in Cheltenham

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Gloucester Rd, Staverton

+44 1452 854477

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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FLIZZR

7,4

Good

One location in Cheltenham

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2 Kingsditch Ln

+44 844 499 3399

Opening times not available

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Firefly

No score available yet

One location in Cheltenham

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Staverton Garage

+44 1452 854477

Opening times not available

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Free2Move

No score available yet

One location in Cheltenham

Locations in Cheltenham

Princess Elizabeth Way

+44 1242 525252

Monday08:00 - 17:0013:00 - 16:00
Tuesday13:00 - 16:0008:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:0013:00 - 16:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:0013:00 - 16:00
Friday08:00 - 17:0013:00 - 16:00
Saturday08:00 - 17:0013:00 - 16:00

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GBV Rentals

No score available yet

One location in Cheltenham

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Kingsditch Lane

Opening times not available

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Sunnycars

No score available yet

One location in Cheltenham

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Gloucester Road

Opening times not available

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4 travellers who hired a car in Cheltenham gave the car agency they used an average rating of 6.9

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Cheltenham car hire information

Pick-up locationCheltenham
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Hire locations9
Airport locations1

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