Cambridge

Cheap Car Hire in Cambridge from $50

Cambridge, England, United Kingdom
4 Apr — 11 Apr
Driver's age: 26-65
Cambridge, England, United Kingdom
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Cambridge car hires in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Cambridge. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 28 March 2024.

Most popular company

SIXT

Price of petrol per litre

$2.82

Average price per day

$77

Cheapest price per day

$50

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Cambridge?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Cambridge and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 28 March 2024.

January

$41

February

$49

March

$61

April

$75

May

$73

June

$72

July

$84

August

$79

September

$70

October

$59

November

$50

December

$61

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Cambridge is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Popular car types in Cambridge

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Cambridge and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 28 March 2024.

There are currently 26 hire locations operating in Cambridge spread across 15 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Cambridge is small car at $54 a day. Below are all the 4 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Mini

Mini

Premium

Premium

Luxury

Luxury

Compare available car types for hire in Cambridge

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Cambridge to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 28 March 2024.

Small cars

$38 - $108

All Car Types

$52 - $116

To hire a small car in Cambridge, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of $71/day. November is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Cambridge, the United Kingdom (~$38/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$108/day). In fact, November is about 47% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Cambridge. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Cambridge, hiring a small car saves you 12% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Cambridge small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Cambridge, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of $74/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Cambridge, the United Kingdom (~$59/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is August (~$136/day). In fact, June is about 21% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Cambridge. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Cambridge, hiring a medium car saves you 8% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Cambridge medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a SUV in Cambridge, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of $69/day. February is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Cambridge, the United Kingdom (~$51/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is July (~$141/day). In fact, February is about 27% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Cambridge. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Cambridge, hiring a SUV saves you 14% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Cambridge SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Hyundai i30$54/day
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Hyundai i30
Hyundai Accent Hatch$55/day
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Hyundai Accent Hatch

Top hire agencies in Cambridge

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Cambridge known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Cambridge. Reviews were last updated on 28 March 2024.
Hire a vehicle with one of these top care hire agencies serving Cambridge, such as Enterprise Rent-A-Car, National and Alamo. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

10.0
Wonderful
2 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

6.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

8.0

National

1 location

Alamo

8.9
Very Good
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.9

Overall

8.9

Pick-up/drop-off

8.9

Value

8.9

keddy by Europcar

2 locations

Budget

1 location

Hertz

1 location

Dollar

2 locations

GREEN MOTION

2 locations

Best Cambridge car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Cambridge. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Cambridge with an average daily rate of $78. Data was last updated on 28 March 2024.
The best prices on car hires in Cambridge we've found at this time. If these deals don't completely appeal to you, check back soon for alternative offers.
Hyundai i30$54/day
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Hyundai i30
Hyundai Accent Hatch$55/day
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Hyundai Accent Hatch
Hyundai i30$64/day
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Hyundai i30

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Cambridge, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 28 March 2024.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Cambridge?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $77/day when booking a car hire in Cambridge. The absolute best deal a user found was for $54/day from Europcar, booked on Mar. 24.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Cambridge?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Cambridge from the following companies over the past two weeks: Sixt ($54/day), Hertz ($66/day), and Alamo ($75/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Cambridge?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Alamo (10.0 rating), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (10.0 rating) and Sixt (5.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Cambridge.

  • What are petrol prices like in Cambridge?

    The average price of petrol in Cambridge is $2.82/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $127 and $183 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Cambridge for a week from Sixt?

    Sixt is one of the most popular car hire companies in Cambridge, offering car hire for around $618 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Cambridge for the best price?

    Booking your car hire early can save you up to 75%. Aim to book your car hire at least 88 days in advance to take advantage of a below average price in Cambridge.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Cambridge?

    The length of time you can book a car hire for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Cambridge it should be possible to hire a car for a whole month if needed.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Cambridge for a month?

    You can potentially save up to 66% on a month-long rental by booking with Europcar. Europcar is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in Cambridge can cost you on average $2,648 a month or $88 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

  • How much is a car hire in Cambridge for a weekend?

    $0 is typically the average cost for a hire car for the weekend in Cambridge, though this could vary depending on the time of year. If you’re on a budget when travelling to Cambridge, then opt for a Compact hire vehicle - these tend to be the most affordable on weekends. In the month of April, you can expect to find car hire prices on Cheapflights for as low as $80/day.

  • What car do most people hire in Cambridge?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Cambridge is Economy (Class Economy Car) based on our Cheapflights data.

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Small car hires in Cambridge

Find small car hire deals in Cambridge from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Cambridge cost an average of $113 per day. Price data was last updated on 28 March 2024.
Nissan March$50/day
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Nissan March
Nissan March$52/day
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Nissan March
Nissan March$53/day
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Nissan March

Van hires in Cambridge

Find van hire deals in Cambridge from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. van hires in Cambridge cost an average of $262 per day. Price data was last updated on 28 March 2024.
Check out some of the best options we've found on van hires in Cambridge. To provide you with as many options as possible, we're constantly adding new deals so check back soon if you're not finding the one right for you.
Toyota HiAce$64/day
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Toyota HiAce
Toyota HiAce$90/day
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Toyota HiAce
Toyota HiAce$94/day
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Toyota HiAce

Car hires by fuel type in Cambridge

Browse car hires by fuel type in Cambridge. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Cambridge. Deals were last updated on 28 March 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Cambridge. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest ($34+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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