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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Bristol 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 16 January 2025.

January

R508

February

R584

March

R715

April

R678

May

R866

June

R829

July

R885

August

R847

September

R810

October

R791

November

R697

December

R885

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Bristol 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.

Compare available car types for rental in Bristol

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Bristol to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 16 January 2025.

Small cars

R343 - R2 220

All Car Types

R423 - R1 856

To hire a small car in Bristol, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of R745/day. January is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Bristol, the United Kingdom (~R343/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is December (~R2 220/day). In fact, January is about 54% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Bristol. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Bristol, renting a small 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.

To hire a SUV in Bristol, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of R682/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Bristol, the United Kingdom (~R677/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is January (~R2 059/day). In fact, July is about 1% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Bristol. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Bristol, renting a SUV saves you 16% 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.

Top rental agencies in Bristol

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Bristol known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Bristol. Reviews were last updated on 16 January 2025.
Choose from the top car hire agencies available in Bristol, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Alamo and Hertz. Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Bristol, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Alamo and Hertz.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

9,5
Wonderful
1 review7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,1

Comfort

9,3

Overall

9,5

Pick-up/drop-off

9,5

Value

9,5

Alamo

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8,8

Comfort

9,2

Overall

8,8

Pick-up/drop-off

8,8

Value

8,0

Hertz

8,6
Very Good
1 review4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,3

Comfort

8,6

Overall

8,6

Pick-up/drop-off

9,3

Value

8,0

Avis

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,0

Pick-up/drop-off

8,0

Value

8,0

Budget

7,4
Good
4 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,8

Comfort

8,8

Overall

7,4

Pick-up/drop-off

8,0

Value

7,4

keddy by Europcar

6,0
Okay
2 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9,0

Comfort

9,0

Overall

6,0

Pick-up/drop-off

6,0

Value

6,0

Sixt

5,9
Fair
4 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,9

Comfort

7,9

Overall

5,9

Pick-up/drop-off

7,4

Value

6,9

Europcar

5,6
Fair
3 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,3

Comfort

7,6

Overall

5,6

Pick-up/drop-off

5,3

Value

6,0

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Bristol, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 16 January 2025.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Bristol?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Enterprise Rent-A-Car (9,6 rating), Avis (8,0 rating) and Hertz (8,0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Bristol.

  • What are petrol prices like in Bristol?

    The average price of petrol in Bristol is R32,79/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R1 475 and R2 131 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Bristol for a week from DRIVALIA ?

    DRIVALIA is one of the top picks in Bristol. They can have you in a hire car for about R2 130 per week on average.

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

    Our data suggests that booking early can save you up to 52% on a hire car in Bristol. Take advantage of below-average prices by booking at least 7 days prior to your desired date.

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

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in Bristol for a month is certainly possible.

  • What car do most people hire in Bristol?

    Kia Sportage, which is a Intermediate vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Bristol according to Cheapflights users.

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