Wigan car hire

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Cheap car hire in Wigan

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Most popular car type

Mini

KAYAK’s insights & trends for Wigan car hire

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

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

You should book your car hire in Wigan around 32 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the best car hire company in Wigan?

Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car hire companies in Wigan are Enterprise Rent-A-Car (8.1), GREEN MOTION (5.5), and DRIVALIA (5.4).
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Rated 8.1/10
GREEN MOTION
GREEN MOTION
Rated 5.5/10
DRIVALIA
DRIVALIA
Rated 5.4/10
Easirent
Easirent
Rated 4.9/10

What is the most popular car to hire in Wigan?

Mini cars (Class Mini Car or similar) are the most popular type of vehicle to hire in Wigan. Mini cars in Wigan cost R566/day on average, though some users have found deals as low as R457/day.

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

The cheapest month to hire a car in Wigan is January at an average cost of R287/day. July is the most expensive month to hire a car in Wigan when prices are R754/day on average, which tends to be 2 329% above the yearly average hire price for Wigan.

Which car hire company in Wigan has the most locations?

Enterprise Rent-A-Car operates 3 locations in Wigan, more than any other car hire company.

KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Wigan

  • Visiting Wigan is all about the outdoors. Stunning parklands, walking in woodland and picnicking in country parks will fill your days while visiting Wigan. If you hire a car in Wigan, it will give you the freedom to wander into the natural surroundings and discover the magic of Wigan's outdoors. Park the car at the entrance to Red Rock and hop on your bike for a tour to Adlington. Or pack a picnic and settle in the Borsdane Wood, a magical experience for the whole family.
  • The nearest airport to Wigan is Liverpool (LPL) Airport which is 30km away from Wigan city centre. Booking your Wigan car hire from this airport is a convenient way to get your adventure underway. Finding your hire car help desk at the airport is quick and easy. Head to the airport’s Car Rental Centre, on the ground floor of the short stay multi-storey car park. You'll find the centre when you exit the Arrivals area of the terminal building and cross the road. Notice the Express Drop Off & Pick Up Car Park signs and head straight in.
  • Driving in Wigan is a driving experience much like the rest of Greater Manchester; however, it's not as bogged down with heavy traffic as some of the larger areas. You'll find there are not too many traffic lights slowing down traffic flow, which is welcome. However, you should look out for potholes in some of the side roads and industrial areas where you are driving a hire car in Wigan.
  • When you've sorted your car hire in Wigan, you'll want to avoid getting stuck in traffic during expected peak traffic hours, mainly caused by commuters. Avoid driving on weekdays from 7:00 to 9:30 and 16:00 to 18:30. The M58 link road is a great way to avoid traffic on Ormskirk Road, which is known for being the busiest road during peak traffic times. Another thing to look out for is the wet weather. Generally, when it starts to rain, it can get pretty dark, so driving with full beam headlights is a must.
  • Economy hire cars in Wigan are around 13% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about hiring a car in Wigan

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

    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 Wigan?

    A Mini car hire in Wigan costs R453 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Standard car hire cost in Wigan?

    A Standard car hire in Wigan costs R1 372 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Luxury car hire cost in Wigan?

    A Luxury car hire in Wigan costs R1 557 per day, on average.

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

    When you're looking for cheap car hire in Wigan, you need to decide which vehicle type is best for your trip. You'll probably be more than happy with a small, compact economy car. Any vehicle in this category has the safety technologies to handle the wet weather while being light enough to manoeuvre in city driving conditions. Just make sure the car you pick up has a good set of windscreen wipers and tires with good traction for wet weather driving, and you are good to go.

  • What’s the speed limit in Wigan?

    When driving your hire car in Wigan, you'll follow the same speed limits as the rest of Greater Manchester. A speed limit of 30mph applies to driving on roads with street lights and places no further than 183 metres away from each other. However, you'll find signs that have to show when speed limits drop to 20 mph in residential and built-up areas, mostly around schools or pedestrians, are more likely to be at risk.

  • Where are the best places to park in Wigan?

    There is plenty of free parking in Wigan. Street parking is readily available, as well. Free weekend parking is available all day in council-owned car parks. If you don't manage to get a spot in one of the council lots, head to The Grade Arcade lot, where you must pay for parking by the hour. It is open from Monday to Saturday from 09:00 till 19:00 and on Sundays from 10:00 till 18:00.

Wigan car rental reviews and directory

 
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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8,1

Very Good

3 locations in Wigan

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Locations in Wigan

1 Warrington Road

+44 1942 294127

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

Garage One

+44 1942 324080

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

Gillibrands Road

+44 1695 555515

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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GREEN MOTION

5,5

Fair

One location in Wigan

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Mercury Filling Station, Manchester Road, Westhoughton

Opening times not available

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DRIVALIA

5,4

Fair

2 locations in Wigan

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Haydock Industrial Estate

+44 1942 938055

Opening times not available

Queen Street

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Easirent

4,9

Mediocre

2 locations in Wigan

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44 Queen St

Opening times not available

Unit L2

+44 151 282 8072

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Free2Move

No score available yet

2 locations in Wigan

Locations in Wigan

Inchfield

+44 1695 554000

Monday09:00 - 12:00
Tuesday09:00 - 12:00
Wednesday09:00 - 12:00
Thursday09:00 - 12:00
Friday09:00 - 12:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00

Martland Park

+44 1942 212221

Monday07:30 - 18:00
Tuesday07:30 - 18:00
Wednesday07:30 - 18:00
Thursday07:30 - 18:00
Friday07:30 - 18:00
Saturday08:30 - 12:00

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Pick-up locationWigan
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