- If your car doesn’t come with sat nav, take your own or hire one – the central streets of Bristol can be difficult to navigate if it’s your first time in the city.
- Rush hour in Bristol isn’t pretty and the main roads and motorways can get very clogged up. Avoid driving during these hours!
- Check the Bristol.gov.uk website before you set off for an early heads-up on what road conditions are like in and around the city.
- If you’re travelling with a bigger party, check out our minibus hire options. From 7-seater car hire to 16-seater minibus hire, there’s room for everyone. Compare the cheapest available and save!
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While Bristol is a compact city that’s easy to navigate on foot, by bike or using public transport, hiring a car could set you up for a fantastic holiday. The main roads coming in and out of Bristol are choc-a-block during rush hour, and parking can be expensive in the city centre, but if you want to venture far and wide, car hire in Bristol will definitely come in handy.
There are many beautiful places near the city to explore, from the green Mendip Hills, ancient Cheddar Gorge and wild Somerset coast to the elegant city of Bath and the quintessentially English Cotswolds.
There are many beautiful places near the city to explore, from the green Mendip Hills, ancient Cheddar Gorge and wild Somerset coast to the elegant city of Bath and the quintessentially English Cotswolds.
Car hire at Bristol airport
You’ll find six national car hire companies on arrival at Bristol airport: Avis, Budget, Europcar, Hertz, National and Enterprise. All of them are signposted and within easy walking distance of the terminal building. Some also have information desks in the arrivals lounge.
Hunt down Bristol’s cheapest deals
Although it’s easy to book car rental in Bristol on arrival, you might miss out on cheap deals and discounts only found online. Arranging your hire car in advance should save you money, while also guaranteeing you the car you want for your adventure. Check TravelSupermarket for the cheapest deals for Bristol.
Rules for car hire in Bristol
To hire a car in Bristol, you’ll need to bring your driving license and another official form of ID, such as your passport. Be sure to inspect the car thoroughly before driving away – you don’t want to be stung with charges for damage done by a previous customer.
Rules for each car rental company in Bristol are different, but you’ll likely be required to return the car with the same amount of fuel as when you received it to avoid a charge. Be aware that an airport surcharge might also be included in your hire fee.