Tour One of the World’s Most Popular Cities with Car Hire in London

DriveNow makes hiring a car in London easier than ever by offering you a selection of the top car rental companies in this vibrant and lively city.

With access to the biggest names in the business including Avis, Europcar, Budget, Hertz and SIXT you'll be spoilt for choice when finding car rental in London and its surrounding suburbs.

DriveNow doesn't demand any booking fees or surprise you with any hidden costs. With no deposit or cancellation charges our free booking service is risk free and helps you lock in a cheaper rate on London car rental before you travel and avoid last minute walk-up pricing. Pay for your rental car on collection along with any optional extras you decide to take out.

With a great choice of pick-up locations across the city, starting your London adventure can begin from the moment you hop off your plane or train.

Steeped in thousands of years of history and boasting one of the world's most cosmopolitan populations, London is a city bursting with life and energy. Whether you want to wander through the world-class museums and galleries, indulge in a bit of West End theatre or simply find out what makes it one of the world's most famous cities, a sojourn in London is a must for any European itinerary.

Book with DriveNow today and immerse yourself in all that London has to offer!

Common Questions

How old must I be to rent a car in London?

You can rent a car in London if you are at least 17 years old, although you may have to pay a surcharge if you are under 25.

What driving licence do I require?

According to the UK Department of Transport, if you are a visitor to London with a driver's license that was issued outside of the UK, you can drive any small vehicle listed on your license for 12 months from when you enter the country.

How do I pay for my London Car Hire?

Pay nothing when making your booking. When you collect your vehicle you will be required to pay by credit card and any optional extras you have chosen. Having a copy of your email booking confirmation is recommended.

Driving with young Children in the UK

All children under the height of 135cm or the age of 12 must be seated in child seats. These can be rented through the rentals companies and it is highly recommended that you select the child seat option when making your DriveNow booking.

Driving in London

Driving is on the left-hand side in London, as with the rest of the UK and Ireland. Distance and speed are measured in kilometres, while fuel is sold by the litre.

Speed limits in London

Unless stated otherwise, the speed limit for cars in built-up areas in London is 30mph, according to the Department of Transport. This can increase in the outer parts of the city, and you can drive up to 70mph on motorways.

Do I have to pay the congestion charge?

Yes. If you're renting a car in London and entering the congestion zone in the central city, it is up to you to pay the congestion charge every day you enter the zone. This applies from Monday to Friday between the hours of 07:00 to 18:00. You must pay the charge by midnight to avoid receiving a fine, so it is a good idea to pay it well in advance. Depending on the car rental provider you select, they may be able to help you process your payment, inquire when you pick up your car.

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Car Hire Suppliers in London

AVIS Car Rentals London - Central - Downtown, London Heathrow T2 Hounslow London TW6 2QA United Kingdom 51.47989,-0.431272

AVIS Car Rentals London - Central - Downtown, London Heathrow T3/4 Northrop Rd London TW6 2QA United Kingdom 51.4799862,-0.4606159

AVIS Car Rentals London - Central - Downtown, London Heathrow T5 Level 4 Short Stay Car Park London TW6 2GA United Kingdom 51.47136,-0.488076

AVIS Car Rentals London - Central - Downtown, Staines The Green Business Centre Staines TW18 3AL United Kingdom 51.43495,-0.531775

AVIS Car Rentals London - Central - Downtown, Yeading Tesco Extra Yeading Yeading UB4 9SQ United Kingdom 51.524364,-0.3880441

Alamo Car Rentals London - Central - Downtown, Heathrow Airport Enterprise Rent A Car Northern Perimeter Road Heathrow Eng TW6 2RY United Kingdom 51.4799862,-0.4606159

Budget Car Rentals London - Central - Downtown, Bd Budget London Heathrow Apt Heathrow Airport T2-3-4 London TW6 2QA United Kingdom 51.4799862,-0.4606159

Budget Car Rentals London - Central - Downtown, Bd Budget Staines The Causeway Staines TW18 3AL United Kingdom 51.43495,-0.531775

Budget Car Rentals London - Central - Downtown, Bd Budget Yeading Tesco Extra Yeading Hayes UB4 9SQ United Kingdom 51.524773,-0.385104

Budget Car Rentals London - Central - Downtown, Bd Lon Hthrow Apt T5 Heathrow Airport T5 London TW6 2GA United Kingdom 51.47136,-0.488076

Budget Car Rentals London - Central - Downtown, Budget Staines Van The Causeway Staines TW18 3AL United Kingdom 51.43495,-0.531775

Budget Car Rentals London - Central - Downtown, Yeading Van Tesco Extra Yeading Hayes UB4 9SQ United Kingdom 51.524773,-0.385104

Enterprise Car Rentals London - Central - Downtown, Bedfont Unit 3 Great Sw Road Feltham Eng TW14 8NE United Kingdom 51.453536,-0.443482

Enterprise Car Rentals London - Central - Downtown, Exoticp3 Northern Perimeter Road Hounslow Eng TW6 2RY United Kingdom 51.479486,-0.476248

Enterprise Car Rentals London - Central - Downtown, Hanworth 25-45 Hampton Road West Hanworth Eng TW13 6AP United Kingdom 51.439434,-0.385950

Enterprise Car Rentals London - Central - Downtown, Heathrow Airport Northern Perimeter Road Heathrow Eng TW6 2RY United Kingdom 51.4799862,-0.4606159

Enterprise Car Rentals London - Central - Downtown, Hounslow 11 Bath Road Hounslow Eng TW6 2AA United Kingdom 51.480295,-0.425204

Enterprise Car Rentals London - Central - Downtown, Southall 119-121 Norwood Road Southall Eng UB2 4DY United Kingdom 51.498486,-0.377192

Enterprise Car Rentals London - Central - Downtown, Uxbridge 1-2 Lees Road Uxbridge Road Uxbridge Eng UB10 0PQ United Kingdom 51.530596,-0.449203

Europcar Car Rentals London - Central - Downtown, Hayes And Harlington Unit 4/5 Skyport Industrial Estate Harmondsworth UB7 0LB United Kingdom 51.4831,-.4796

Europcar Car Rentals London - Central - Downtown, London Heathrow Airport Northern Perimeter Road West Hounslow, Middlesex London Heathrow Apt TW6 2QE United Kingdom 51.4799862,-0.4606159

Europcar Car Rentals London - Central - Downtown, Skyport Van Centre Unit 4/5 Skyport Industrial Estate Harmondsworth UB7 0LB United Kingdom 51.4836,-.4799

Europcar Car Rentals London - Central - Downtown, Staines Corporate D&C Only 244 Worple Road Staines TW18 1HR United Kingdom 51.4199,-.4956

Hertz Car Rentals London - Central - Downtown, Feltham Unit 9 Central Pk Estate Feltham TW4 5DJ United Kingdom 51.444223,-0.410659

Hertz Car Rentals London - Central - Downtown, Heathrow APT Northern Perimeter Rd (west) London Heathrow Ap TW6 2QD United Kingdom 51.4799862,-0.4606159

Hertz Car Rentals London - Central - Downtown, Sunbury BP Only 107 Staines Rd West Sunbury TW16 7BQ United Kingdom 51.419897,-0.424147

Hertz Car Rentals London - Central - Downtown, Sunbury ON Thames 107 Staines Road West Sunbury TW16 7BQ United Kingdom 51.419841,-0.423934

Hertz Car Rentals London - Central - Downtown, Uxbridge 11 Vine Street Uxbridge UB8 1QE United Kingdom 51.54438,-0.4779

Keddy Car Rentals London - Central - Downtown, Hayes And Harlington Unit 4/5 Skyport Industrial Estate Harmondsworth UB7 0LB United Kingdom 51.4831,-.4796

Keddy Car Rentals London - Central - Downtown, London Heathrow Airport Northern Perimeter Road West Hounslow, Middlesex London Heathrow Apt TW6 2QE United Kingdom 51.4799862,-0.4606159

Keddy Car Rentals London - Central - Downtown, Skyport Van Centre Unit 4/5 Skyport Industrial Estate Harmondsworth UB7 0LB United Kingdom 51.4836,-.4799

Keddy Car Rentals London - Central - Downtown, Staines Corporate D&C Only 244 Worple Road Staines TW18 1HR United Kingdom 51.4199,-.4956

Sixt Car Rentals London - Central - Downtown, Feltham/Hatton Cross Great South West Road Feltham TW14 0PR Gb 51.466226,-0.422458

Sixt Car Rentals London - Central - Downtown, London Heathrow AP T2, T3, T4 London Heathrow Airport Hounslow TW6 1EW Gb 51.4799862,-0.4606159

Sixt Car Rentals London - Central - Downtown, London Heathrow AP T5 Sofitel London Heathrow T5 London TW6 2GD Gb 51.47303,-0.49147

 

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