Car hire in Wales from £43/day

Q: Do I need extra insurance to rent a car in Wales?

You will need insurance to rent a car in Wales, but you wont necessarily need ‘extra’ insurance. Different car hire companies offer different insurance policies, so make sure you look at the details when you pick a deal.

Q: What age do you need to be to hire a car in Wales?

To rent a car with most companies in Wales you need to be at least 21 years old. Some companies may have extra fees to pay if you are under 25 years old, so make sure you check before you book.

Q: What documents do I need to hire a car in Wales?

The types of documents you’ll need to rent a car in Wales depend on the car rental company you go with. But in general, you will need a valid drivers license, ID and passport. Once you’ve booked car hire in Wales, you can easily get in touch with your chosen provider to find out.

Q: How much does it cost to rent a car in Wales?

It depends on where in Wales you visit. The most popular places to rent a car are Cardiff, Swansea and Newport. In Cardiff, it costs around £60 per day or £150 per week. In Swansea, it costs around £60 per day or £266 per week. In Newport, it costs around £66 per day or £230 per week.

Q: How do I hire a car in Wales?

It’s easy to hire a car in Wales. First, you need to decide where in Wales you want to pick up your car from. Once you’ve decided where you want to go, simply enter your dates and search for the best deal for you. Once you’ve found your deal, you’ll be redirected to the provider to book with no extra fees.

Q: Can I rent a car in Wales long term?

You can rent a car for as long as you like, depending on availability. If you know what dates you’re needing wheels for, start searching with Skyscanner today.

Q: Do I need a credit card to hire a car in Wales?

You may need a credit card to rent a car in Wales. It all depends on which car hire company you choose.

Q: Is it expensive to hire a car in Wales?

It depends where in Wales you want to visit. The most popular place to go is Cardiff. On average, it costs £60 per day to rent a car there. The cheapest price we could find is £53 per day.

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Wales car hire at a glance

Most popular rental company	Keddy By Europcar
Most popular car	Premium, Sports car
Cities to choose from	24, Cardiff is most popular
Cheapest price found	£43 per day, Caerphilly
Cheapest month	May
Best time to book	2 weeks before

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Cities in Wales

Take a look at the different cities in Wales you can set off from. You could find a great price somewhere less travelled.

Airport options in Wales

If you’re flying to Wales it could be easier to hit the road straight from the airport.

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All you need to know about Wales

Side of the road	Left
Currency	Pound sterling
Language	English
Motorway speed limit	70mph
Built-up area speed limit	30mph
Age to rent a car	21

Car hire in Wales: FAQs

Do I need extra insurance to rent a car in Wales?

What age do you need to be to hire a car in Wales?

What documents do I need to hire a car in Wales?

How much does it cost to rent a car in Wales?

How do I hire a car in Wales?

Can I rent a car in Wales long term?

Do I need a credit card to hire a car in Wales?

Is it expensive to hire a car in Wales?

Getting the cheapest car rental in Wales

Here are some tips to help you bag the best prices, and hit the road for less.

Pick the right ride

Make sure you pick the right type of car for your trip. You can easily filter by 'seats', 'transmission' and even choose only to see 'electric' or 'hybrid' vehicles. You can also filter by 'car type', so whether you're looking for a luxury car or a more modest mini, you'll find what you need fast. The most popular car type in Wales is Premium, Sports car .

Compare across companies

The most popular car hire companies in Wales are Keddy By Europcar, Europcar and Enterprise. The cheapest company we've found is National. To find a great price, you can easily compare across different trusted car rental companies using Skyscanner.

Get your timing right

It can really pay to play around with your timings and compare dates for your car hire to get a great price. The best time to book a bargain is 2 weeks before. The cheapest prices we've found are £43 a day and £20 a week.

Be flexible

Not sure where in Wales you're going to visit? There’s lots of places to pick your rental car up from. Being flexible on your pickup location can help you grab a great price, all while seeing more of Wales. We've found that the most popular place to pick up a car in Wales is Cardiff. The cheapest place to pick up your rental car is Caerphilly.

Hire a car long term in Wales

Looking to hire a car for more than a few weeks? It could be cheaper to rent for a full month. This can cut the admin costs for car hire companies and give you some extra time to explore too. Give it a go today and search for 30 days' worth of car hire.

Save on fuel

You can make your money go further by finding a car hire deal in Wales with 'unlimited mileage' or a 'full to full' fuel policy. This can save you cash on topping up the tank.