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Oldbury car hire information

Pick-up locationOldbury
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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Oldbury

  • Oldbury is 13Km from Manchester city centre with direct links to and from the M60 and M66, providing easy access to the rest of Greater Manchester and the North West, making it a great place for car hire. When you book car hire in Oldbury, you can head to Chesham woods on the edge of town and enjoy the outdoors with hikes and walks, or take a 40min drive to Ramsbottom, by the West Pennine Moors, and explore the thriving market town in spectacular surroundings like Holcombe Hill.
  • Birmingham Airport (BHX) is the closest airport to Oldbury, where car hire in Oldbury is easily accessible. The airport has seven major car hire companies operating on-site, and you can find the car hire desks in the arrival hall. When collecting or dropping off your Oldbury hire car at Birmingham Airport, you'll follow the signs to Car Park 4, a 5-minute walk from the main terminal building.
  • Driving your Oldbury car hire around the city is much like driving in other towns in the UK. You can expect a light flow of traffic, mostly single carriageway roads with single lanes of traffic in both directions. One thing to note is the frequent pedestrian crossings, especially in the city centre. You'll also find a fair amount of single-lane roundabouts.
  • If you want to avoid getting stuck in traffic after collecting your cheap hire car in Oldbury, you should try to avoid driving during peak times. Around 08:00, there is about one hour of traffic, and in the evenings, around 18:00, there is a quick 30min rush. Even so, Oldbury doesn't have too much traffic, and it won't set you back more than 10min. Additionally, If you are visiting in February, get ready for wet roads, as this is Oldbury's most recorded wet weather month.
  • Book your car hire in Oldbury at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Mini car hire in Oldbury are around 51% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about hiring a car in Oldbury

  • How much is the price of fuel in Oldbury?

    The average price of fuel in Oldbury is R134,01 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between R1 608 and R2 144, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular car hire in Oldbury?

    Mini (Toyota Aygo or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Oldbury.

  • Which car hire agencies are at Birmingham airport (BHX)?

    Car hire companies onsite at Birmingham airport include Enterprise Rent-A-Car and GREEN MOTION.

  • Which car hire companies will pick you up at Birmingham airport (BHX)?

    Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Birmingham airport to off-airport locations include Enterprise Rent-A-Car and GREEN MOTION.

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

    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 Oldbury?

    A Mini car hire in Oldbury costs R700 per day, on average.

  • How much does an Economy car hire cost in Oldbury?

    An Economy car hire in Oldbury costs R754 per day, on average.

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

    A Compact car hire in Oldbury costs R589 per day, on average.

  • What type of car do you recommend for driving in Oldbury?

    It is no surprise that popular choices for car hire in Oldbury include economy, company and mini cars. Car models like the Ford Fiesta and the Vauxhall Corsa offer drivers every comfort needed for driving in a town like Oldbury. Whether the vehicle is an automatic or a manual is completely up to your driving preference, as both transmissions will be an easy drive in laid-back Oldbury. The most important thing is to ensure the lights and tires are in good working order for driving on wet roads, and we recommend choosing a car with a heating system to heat you up in the cooler months.

  • What’s the speed limit in Oldbury?

    Speed limits in Oldbury follow those of most of the UK. You are looking at driving at 30 mph through most of the town and 60 mph on major roads, as mostly you'll be driving on single-carriageway roads. The limit increases to 70 mph when you enter dual carriageway areas on motorways. You won't be allowed to exceed 20 mph in school zones during pick-up and drop-off times. During wet weather, it is best to reduce your speed by 10km/ph on all roads, maintain a safe following distance and keep your lights on.

  • Where are the best places to park in Oldbury?

    Parking your car hire in Oldbury town is plentiful throughout most areas. You'll find that on-street and off-street parking is readily available. Most parking operates on a pay and display system, which means the meter will tell you what you need to pay. There is also multi-storey parking at The Rock Car Park and Q-Park on Knowsley Street, which is open 24 hours a day and is a secure place to park your Oldbury hire car.  

Oldbury car rental reviews and directory

Sunnycars

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3 locations in Oldbury

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2 High Street

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Burntree Street

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Park Street

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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

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2 High Street

+44 121 500 5423

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

Burntree Island

+44 121 557 0100

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

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keddy by Europcar

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2 locations in Oldbury

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The Hawthorns

+44 371 384 3503

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Unit 1, Pargat House, Birmingham Road, West Bromwich

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Firefly

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One location in Oldbury

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4 Park Street

+44 843 309 3057

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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Hertz

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Unit 4, Granada Trading Estate

+44 843 309 3057

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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NextCar

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Brades Road, Oldbury

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