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The following rental locations are the most popular for renting a car in Cardiff

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Car rental offers in Cardiff

Whether you're looking for a small rental car or a station wagon for the entire family, we will always have a suitable vehicle for the lowest price. Below are some examples from our selection in Cardiff.

Car type
Mini
Economy
Compact
Intermediate
Standard
Full-size
Luxury
Station wagon
Passenger van
SUV
Electric
Toyota Aygo
Or similar
For example: Toyota Aygo
Our best deals
  1. Alamo
    From £ 23 /day
  2. Enterprise
    From £ 24 /day
  3. National Car Rental
    From £ 28 /day
Fiat 500
Or similar
For example: Fiat 500
Our best deals
  1. Keddy By Europcar
    From £ 25 /day
  2. Europcar
    From £ 26 /day
  3. Budget
    From £ 28 /day
Fiat 500
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Fiat 500
Our best deals
  1. Europcar
    From £ 31 /day
  2. Budget
    From £ 34 /day
  3. Avis
    From £ 34 /day
More rental cars? This is only a small selection of the rental options. Want to see more?
Vauxhall Corsa
Or similar
For example: Vauxhall Corsa
Our best deals
  1. Alamo
    From £ 24 /day
  2. Enterprise
    From £ 25 /day
  3. Keddy By Europcar
    From £ 26 /day
Opel Corsa
Or similar
For example: Opel Corsa
Our best deals
  1. Keddy By Europcar
    From £ 27 /day
Vauxhall Corsa
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Vauxhall Corsa
Our best deals
  1. Europcar
    From £ 33 /day
  2. Avis
    From £ 39 /day
Peugeot 208
Or similar
For example: Peugeot 208
Our best deals
  1. Budget
    From £ 33 /day
Peugeot 208
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Peugeot 208
Our best deals
  1. Budget
    From £ 39 /day
Renault Zoe
Or similar
For example: Renault Zoe
Our best deals
  1. Alamo
    From £ 65 /day
  2. National Car Rental
    From £ 67 /day
  3. Enterprise
    From £ 70 /day
More rental cars? This is only a small selection of the rental options. Want to see more?
Ford Focus
Or similar
For example: Ford Focus
Our best deals
  1. Alamo
    From £ 27 /day
  2. Keddy By Europcar
    From £ 27 /day
  3. Enterprise
    From £ 28 /day
Nissan Juke
Or similar
For example: Nissan Juke
Our best deals
  1. Alamo
    From £ 28 /day
Ford Focus
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Ford Focus
Our best deals
  1. Europcar
    From £ 36 /day
Vauxhall Crossland X
Or similar
For example: Vauxhall Crossland X
Our best deals
  1. Keddy By Europcar
    From £ 31 /day
  2. Europcar
    From £ 32 /day
  3. Avis
    From £ 35 /day
Opel Crossland
Or similar
For example: Opel Crossland
Our best deals
  1. Keddy By Europcar
    From £ 33 /day
  2. Avis
    From £ 35 /day
  3. Europcar
    From £ 39 /day
Opel Crossland
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Opel Crossland
Our best deals
  1. Europcar
    From £ 37 /day
  2. Avis
    From £ 41 /day
Citroen C3 Aircross
Or similar
For example: Citroen C3 Aircross
Our best deals
  1. Budget
    From £ 34 /day
MG ZS
Or similar
For example: MG ZS
Our best deals
  1. Budget
    From £ 34 /day
  2. Avis
    From £ 69 /day
Vauxhall Crossland X
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Vauxhall Crossland X
Our best deals
  1. Europcar
    From £ 38 /day
  2. Avis
    From £ 41 /day
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Nissan Qashqai
Or similar
For example: Nissan Qashqai
Our best deals
  1. Alamo
    From £ 33 /day
  2. Keddy By Europcar
    From £ 33 /day
  3. Enterprise
    From £ 35 /day
Ford Kuga
Or similar
For example: Ford Kuga
Our best deals
  1. National Car Rental
    From £ 40 /day
Nissan Qashqai
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Nissan Qashqai
Our best deals
  1. Europcar
    From £ 42 /day
Hyundai Tucson
Or similar
For example: Hyundai Tucson
Our best deals
  1. Avis
    From £ 53 /day
Hyundai Tucson
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Hyundai Tucson
Our best deals
  1. Avis
    From £ 61 /day
Ford S-Max
Or similar
For example: Ford S-Max
Our best deals
  1. National Car Rental
    From £ 56 /day
Skoda Octavia
Or similar
For example: Skoda Octavia
Our best deals
  1. Alamo
    From £ 61 /day
  2. Enterprise
    From £ 79 /day
  3. National Car Rental
    From £ 81 /day
Peugeot 3008
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Peugeot 3008
Our best deals
  1. Avis
    From £ 91 /day
Vauxhall Zafira
Or similar
For example: Vauxhall Zafira
Our best deals
  1. Alamo
    From £ 64 /day
More rental cars? This is only a small selection of the rental options. Want to see more?
Ford Kuga
Or similar
For example: Ford Kuga
Our best deals
  1. Alamo
    From £ 35 /day
Vauxhall Insignia
Or similar
For example: Vauxhall Insignia
Our best deals
  1. Alamo
    From £ 35 /day
  2. Enterprise
    From £ 36 /day
  3. National Car Rental
    From £ 42 /day
Kia Sportage
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Kia Sportage
Our best deals
  1. Europcar
    From £ 46 /day
Kia Sportage
Or similar
For example: Kia Sportage
Our best deals
  1. Europcar
    From £ 41 /day
Hyundai Tucson
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Hyundai Tucson
Our best deals
  1. Avis
    From £ 52 /day
  2. Budget
    From £ 57 /day
Hyundai Tucson
Or similar
For example: Hyundai Tucson
Our best deals
  1. Budget
    From £ 49 /day
  2. Avis
    From £ 63 /day
VW Passat
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: VW Passat
Our best deals
  1. Europcar
    From £ 60 /day
Ford S-Max
Or similar
For example: Ford S-Max
Our best deals
  1. Enterprise
    From £ 54 /day
  2. Alamo
    From £ 54 /day
Volkswagen Passat
Or similar
For example: Volkswagen Passat
Our best deals
  1. Europcar
    From £ 56 /day
More rental cars? This is only a small selection of the rental options. Want to see more?
Ford Galaxy
Or similar
For example: Ford Galaxy
Our best deals
  1. Alamo
    From £ 54 /day
  2. Enterprise
    From £ 54 /day
  3. National Car Rental
    From £ 57 /day
Mercedes-Benz C-Class
Or similar
For example: Mercedes-Benz C-Class
Our best deals
  1. Alamo
    From £ 81 /day
  2. National Car Rental
    From £ 94 /day
  3. Avis
    From £ 107 /day
Volvo XC60
Or similar
For example: Volvo XC60
Our best deals
  1. Alamo
    From £ 99 /day
  2. Enterprise
    From £ 105 /day
  3. National Car Rental
    From £ 113 /day
More rental cars? This is only a small selection of the rental options. Want to see more?
Mercedes-Benz C-Class
Or similar
For example: Mercedes-Benz C-Class
Our best deals
  1. Alamo
    From £ 87 /day
  2. Enterprise
    From £ 87 /day
  3. Avis
    From £ 117 /day
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Or similar
For example: Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Our best deals
  1. National Car Rental
    From £ 89 /day
  2. Alamo
    From £ 95 /day
  3. Enterprise
    From £ 101 /day
Mercedes-Benz C-Class
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Mercedes-Benz C-Class
Our best deals
  1. Avis
    From £ 131 /day
Mercedes-Benz CLA
Or similar
For example: Mercedes-Benz CLA
Our best deals
  1. Europcar
    From £ 126 /day
Mercedes-Benz CLA
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Mercedes-Benz CLA
Our best deals
  1. Europcar
    From £ 136 /day
BMW 3-Series
Or similar
For example: BMW 3-Series
Our best deals
  1. Europcar
    From £ 140 /day
BMW 3-Series
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: BMW 3-Series
Our best deals
  1. Europcar
    From £ 149 /day
Tesla Model X
Or similar
For example: Tesla Model X
Our best deals
  1. Alamo
    From £ 148 /day
  2. Enterprise
    From £ 268 /day
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Our best deals
  1. Europcar
    From £ 155 /day
More rental cars? This is only a small selection of the rental options. Want to see more?
Ford Focus
Or similar
For example: Ford Focus
Our best deals
  1. Europcar
    From £ 46 /day
Ford Focus
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Ford Focus
Our best deals
  1. Europcar
    From £ 51 /day
Volkswagen Passat
Or similar
For example: Volkswagen Passat
Our best deals
  1. Europcar
    From £ 56 /day
VW Passat
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: VW Passat
Our best deals
  1. Europcar
    From £ 60 /day
VW Passat
Or similar
For example: VW Passat
Our best deals
  1. Europcar
    From £ 62 /day
Volkswagen Passat
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Volkswagen Passat
Our best deals
  1. Europcar
    From £ 65 /day
BMW 3-Series
Or similar
For example: BMW 3-Series
Our best deals
  1. Europcar
    From £ 140 /day
BMW 3-Series
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: BMW 3-Series
Our best deals
  1. Europcar
    From £ 149 /day
More rental cars? This is only a small selection of the rental options. Want to see more?
Ford Tourneo
Or similar
For example: Ford Tourneo
Our best deals
  1. Enterprise
    From £ 77 /day
  2. Alamo
    From £ 77 /day
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Nissan Juke
Or similar
For example: Nissan Juke
Our best deals
  1. Alamo
    From £ 28 /day
Vauxhall Crossland X
Or similar
For example: Vauxhall Crossland X
Our best deals
  1. Keddy By Europcar
    From £ 31 /day
  2. Europcar
    From £ 32 /day
  3. Avis
    From £ 35 /day
Opel Crossland
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Opel Crossland
Our best deals
  1. Europcar
    From £ 37 /day
Nissan Qashqai
Or similar
For example: Nissan Qashqai
Our best deals
  1. Alamo
    From £ 33 /day
  2. Keddy By Europcar
    From £ 33 /day
  3. Enterprise
    From £ 35 /day
Opel Crossland
Or similar
For example: Opel Crossland
Our best deals
  1. Keddy By Europcar
    From £ 33 /day
  2. Europcar
    From £ 39 /day
Vauxhall Crossland X
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Vauxhall Crossland X
Our best deals
  1. Europcar
    From £ 38 /day
  2. Avis
    From £ 41 /day
MG ZS
Or similar
For example: MG ZS
Our best deals
  1. Budget
    From £ 34 /day
Ford Kuga
Or similar
For example: Ford Kuga
Our best deals
  1. Alamo
    From £ 35 /day
  2. National Car Rental
    From £ 40 /day
MG ZS
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: MG ZS
Our best deals
  1. Budget
    From £ 40 /day
More rental cars? This is only a small selection of the rental options. Want to see more?
Vauxhall Mokka-e
Or similar
For example: Vauxhall Mokka-e
Our best deals
  1. Enterprise
    From £ 63 /day
  2. Alamo
    From £ 75 /day
Nissan Leaf
Or similar
For example: Nissan Leaf
Our best deals
  1. Alamo
    From £ 65 /day
  2. Enterprise
    From £ 68 /day
  3. National Car Rental
    From £ 70 /day
Renault ZOE
Or similar
For example: Renault ZOE
Our best deals
  1. Alamo
    From £ 65 /day
  2. National Car Rental
    From £ 67 /day
Vauxhall Mokka
Or similar
For example: Vauxhall Mokka
Our best deals
  1. Alamo
    From £ 70 /day
  2. National Car Rental
    From £ 77 /day
Mazda MX-30
Or similar
For example: Mazda MX-30
Our best deals
  1. Alamo
    From £ 75 /day
  2. Enterprise
    From £ 103 /day
Mazda MX30
Or similar
For example: Mazda MX30
Our best deals
  1. Alamo
    From £ 95 /day
  2. National Car Rental
    From £ 98 /day
Tesla Model X
Or similar
For example: Tesla Model X
Our best deals
  1. Alamo
    From £ 148 /day
  2. Enterprise
    From £ 268 /day
More rental cars? This is only a small selection of the rental options. Want to see more?

Car rental companies in Cardiff

Below are the car rental companies in Cardiff with the best ratings. Compare all ratings and prices of these rental companies in one search.

  • Alamo

    8.7 (8457)
    From £ 23 / day

  • National Car Rental

    8.4 (400)
    From £ 28 / day

  • Enterprise

    8.3 (1890)
    From £ 24 / day

  • Avis

    8.3 (5875)
    From £ 28 / day

  • Budget

    8.2 (9494)
    From £ 28 / day

  • Europcar

    7.9 (7890)
    From £ 26 / day

  • Keddy By Europcar

    7.2 (3267)
    From £ 25 / day

  • Easirent

    6.6 (516)
    No rates available

  • Dollar Rent a Car

    7.7 (4221)
    No rates available

  • Hertz

    8.2 (6756)
    No rates available

  • Sixt

    7.6 (3229)
    No rates available

  • FireFly Car Rental

    8.4 (3760)
    No rates available

  • Drivalia

    7.4 (517)
    No rates available

  • Your Rent

    7.7 (49)
    No rates available
Customer experience
Good and reliable company for renting a car abroad
Easy website, easy phone contact when I had questions. Everything well-organized. Friendly staff. Have rented a car through this company several times and have always been very satisfied.

Recent reviews

Our customers rate us a 8.3/10 out of 30

Cheap quick efficient and friendly

Very quick and efficient pick up and drop off. Car almoat brand new, well groomed, no hard sell of extra insurance and very friendly staff
C
Carlyk119
London Heathrow Airport

Fair price, easy to collect and return, good car

We have collect the car from GreenMotion hollidayInn Heathrow, it was easy and fast, the price was the lowest among all rentals, the car was in perfect condition, and the drop-of prosses took no longer than 5 minutes. highly recomended service and rental.
N
Neveah1968
London Heathrow Airport

Very good service

We were dealt with quickly and respectfully both on pick up and return of the vehicle. Downside is the 30 min wait for the shuttle bus if you just miss one.
C
Cyprusty
London Stansted Airport

Best Car Hire

Got upgraded to really great car with good price offer. Surprised to find car had sat nav, reversing camera and parking sensors together with cruise control. Diesel fuel just made the experience a joyful one. Service was excellent with friendly staff.
R
Rick23
London Gatwick Airport

Car Hire Heathrow

Good prices originaly drew me in but the customer service from the car rental company was superb. Nothing was too much trouble and they went out of there way to help. Collection and returns were excellent.
b
barnacle4bill
London Heathrow Airport

Very friendly staff. Picked up promptly from the...

Very friendly staff. Picked up promptly from the airport and car hire only a couple of minutes from the airport. Website stated car fuel was 1/4 full and return 1/4 full. But this did not happen. I was told by easirent that I had to pay for 1/4 tank (they charged £20) and return empty. However the tank was not quite 1/4 full.
G
Gogettraveller
Leeds Airport

We have used 121

We have used 121 car hire on numerous occasion and always found them to be extremely helpful. The vehicles are always excellent and the staff vey helpful. The service has improved as they are now based within the airport so avoiding having to travel to a pick-up and drop-off location by bus. The only criticism would be that the valentine of the vehicles is obvious carried out by untrained staff - the windows are often not thoroughly cleaned and the interior dashboard on one particular vehicles had obvious only been given a cursory wipe over as it looked greasy.
P
Patsycollns
London Stansted Airport

Car hire

Certainly use again and recommend to friends.Cars hired here and in the USA through 121 were good quality and easy.No complications and says exactly what it says "price you pay is the price you pay".Good friendly service all round
M
Morris45
Norwich Airport

A great deal all round!

We had a very smooth and efficient pickup. The price was excellent as was the vehicle. I also bought the online insurance as it was better value than buying at the counter - the only downside being that the insurance (in the event of a claim) would have had to be claimed back after payment had been settled up front.
K
Kira65
London Gatwick Airport

Competitive rates and quick confirmation.

The rates and choices were good. The pick-up was efficiently handled and the staff at all times were courteous and helpful. The car was well-presented and in good condition. My major problem was in not knowing the supplier BEFORE pressing the button to finalise the booking. I want to know which company will provide the car ahead of booking. I was totally confused by the title Interrent, there was no sign at the Rental office and it was only then that I learned that the supplier was Europcar. Why the mystery? Also I required a rental agreement that allowed me to pick-up and return a vehicle full of fuel. (Pick-up full, return empty is a con.) Luckily the helpful staff allowed me that choice though I suspect they could have refused. So, overall very happy, but I would like more information on the supplier before I commit.
R
RossiItalian84
London Luton Airport

Good price

Good price and customer service friendly and helpful
M
McCollum238
London Heathrow Airport

121 no hassle and great value

Picked up at airport no problem, great car, dropped back at airport afterwards. Exactly what we wanted at a very competitive price.
c
curlycampbell
Glasgow Airport

Never Again Interrent

I am sorry but I couldnt find anything good to say about the customer service at interrent,and when I think about my experience with them it makes me angry..from the moment I got off the plane to the time taken to hire the car was painful..i am surprised that the company INTERRENT is still in business if they treat evry customer the same way..thank you for the opportunity to review my experience car 121..
c
cliver14
London Heathrow Airport

Car hire

Easy to book online. Even easier to pick up and return
e
ejh2308
Glasgow Airport

could improve

overall hire great,But the car given to us had damage to the side.This was not what i was expecting.Cars should not be sent out like this.
M
MrBrianMorley
Leeds Airport

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Car rental companies in and around Cardiff

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Cardiff

Available locations in Cardiff:

Cardiff Airport
14-22 Tudor St
Bessemer Rd

Location information for Cardiff

Cardiff, the youngest capital in Europe and the capital of Wales, is a great place for a visitor to come and spend some time to travel around and explore. There are so many interesting places to visit and discover with cheap car hire, why would you want to go elsewhere?

With so much to see and do in this exciting city, such as explore the magnificent 2,000-year-old castle situated in the heart of the city or shop until you drop at the renowned shopping centre of Cardiff Bay, there is more than enough to keep the visitor amused.

The area surrounding Cardiff also offers a vast range of popular attractions and sights to visit and car rental makes visiting these many alternative places easy including visiting and experiencing historical sites such as the charming Castell Coch or even incredible landscaped gardens.

Cardiff is surrounded by nature, with mountains to the north of the city and the sea to the south. The city acts as the gateway to South Wales with its stunning scenery and unblemished national parks. Cheap car hire in Cardiff gives you the independence to discover this picturesque part of the country at your own pace.

The city of Cardiff is a wonderful place to come at any time of the year and throughout the year there are many opportunities to attend major sporting, musical and cultural events and festivals, such as the Cardiff Festival. Cheap car hire in Cardiff is undoubtedly the best way to explore all these exciting events.

Practical information

  • Currency
    British pound
  • Driving direction
    Left
  • City speed limit
    48 km/h
  • Freeway speed limit
    96 km/h
  • Language
    English
  • Popular car category
    Compact

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Is HireCars.co.uk the cheapest?

Yes, we offer a guarantee of the lowest price - because we compare various retailers, we can always offer you the best price in town.

 What do I need to do when picking up a car?

To pick up your car, you will need your voucher, passport, driver's license and a credit card. It is very important that your driver's license and credit card are in the same name as the main driver. Keep in mind that the local rental company will reserve a certain amount on your credit card as a deposit. This requires the PIN code for your credit card. If your driver's license is foreign (for example, in Chinese), you must bring a translation with you. Only your original passport and driver's license will be accepted - a copy is not sufficient.

 Are there any additional costs?

In general, our rates are all-inclusive. Should there be any additional costs, our booking department will get in touch with you before issuing the invoice. Should you object, you can always cancel your reservation with no obligations attached (at least 48 hours in advance).

What kind of insurance is applicable to my car rental?

In general, Liability Insurance, Fire Insurance, All-Risks Insurance and Theft Insurance are included in the cost of your rental car.

 What is a worry-free label?

Only rental companies with a high level of customer satisfaction are eligible to be included in our Worry-Free selection. This rate includes excess cover and unlimited kilometres. Your vehicle will be provided and must be returned with a full tank of fuel. With a vehicle from our Worry-Free selection, you can travel with peace of mind and no hidden costs.

 How can I change or cancel my reservation?

You can cancel your reservation through "My Account". We recommend contacting us by phone if your changes to your booking or cancellation takes place at short notice (48 hours or less).

 When will I get a confirmation of my booking?

Most reservations will receive confirmation within minutes after payment takes place. We recommend contacting our Booking Department for last minute reservations (pick-up within 48 hours).

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  • National Car Rental
  • Enterprise
  • Avis
  • Budget
  • Europcar
  • Keddy By Europcar
  • Easirent
  • Dollar Rent a Car
  • Hertz
  • Sixt
  • FireFly Car Rental
  • Drivalia
  • Your Rent
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