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Cheap Car Rentals in Cardiff

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How far in advance should I hire a car in Cardiff?

For the best savings on car hire in Cardiff, make your reservation 7 days before pickup. The average price then is just ₹ 2,821/day – about 6,300% less than the yearly average.

What is the best car rental company in Cardiff?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Cardiff is Budget (rated 9.7/10 with 2 reviews). Europcar (rated 9.0/10 with 1 review) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Cardiff?

Planning to hire a car in Cardiff? January is the cheapest month, costing about ₹ 2,394 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of ₹ 4,531. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

₹ 2,394

February

₹ 2,907

March

₹ 3,419

April

₹ 4,274

May

₹ 4,445

June

₹ 4,103

July

₹ 4,531

August

₹ 4,189

September

₹ 3,761

October

₹ 3,676

November

₹ 3,334

December

₹ 4,189

What car do most people rent in Cardiff?

SUV cars (Volvo XC60 or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Cardiff. Compact cars (Class Special Car or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Economy cars (Peugeot 208 or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Cardiff?

keddy by Europcar has 5 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Enterprise Rent-A-Car has the second-highest number of locations in Cardiff at 4.

Top rental agencies in Cardiff

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Cardiff known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Cardiff. Reviews were last updated on 12 June 2025.
Book your reservation with one of the top rental car agencies located in Cardiff, including Budget, Europcar and Hertz. Read through reviews, double check the pickup location, and other important information before making your selection.

Budget

9.7
Wonderful
2 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.7

Comfort

8.8

Overall

9.7

Pick-up/drop-off

9.7

Value

9.4

Europcar

9.0
Wonderful
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

8.0

Hertz

9.0
Wonderful
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

9.0

Sixt

1 location

Dollar

1 location

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

4.6
Mediocre
3 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

4.0

Comfort

4.6

Overall

4.6

Pick-up/drop-off

4.6

Value

4.6

keddy by Europcar

5 locations

Avis

2 locations

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Cardiff, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 12 June 2025.
  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Cardiff for a week from Alamo?

    Alamo is a popular option for travellers looking for car hire in Cardiff. You can expect the average cost of car hire to be about ₹ 92,662 per week.

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

    Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in Cardiff.

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