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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Brighton
- Hiring a car will give you the flexibility and independence to visit all the places you want in your own time. Car hire in Brighton will also enable you to reach all the best spots in the area that public transport doesn’t cover, like the wonderful Bluebell Railway, a working steam passenger railway preserving the heritage of the era, a few miles’ drive outside Brighton. There’s also a llama park in Ashdown Forest, roughly a 30min drive from Brighton.
- You have a number of choices when it comes to booking Brighton car hire from the premium operators in the UK, such as Europcar, Avis, Budget and Hertz. Many offer complimentary transport from Brighton City Airport (ESH) in Shoreham to their branches in central Brighton, 6 miles from the airport, or you can take a train, bus or taxi to the city centre. Another alternative is to take public transport to nearby Worthing Lancing (1.8 miles from Shoreham) and pick up your hire car there. Trains take less than 10min and tickets start at roughly £4, with buses taking around 15min and costing just over £2.
- Brighton is quite a small and dense city, attracting many holidaymakers who tend to mill about in the streets, so keep a careful eye out for them when driving at busy times. You’ll probably need a sat nav when you’re booking car hire in Brighton, as the city uses a one-way network of streets that can be confusing. Drive carefully in the residential suburbs too, as streets are narrow, exacerbated by residents parking their cars outside.
- Try to avoid the A29 during rush hours, which peak at around 08:00 and 17:00, respectively. This is the main road that runs from the Palace Pier to the Marina, and also stay away from Brighton and Stuart Roads at these times. Otherwise, you’ll find the driving experience pleasant and without too much traffic, although in the most popular areas around the Promenades it’s easier to park your car and walk around.
- Book your rental car in Brighton at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Economy rental cars in Brighton are around 69% more expensive than other car types, on average
FAQs about renting a car in Brighton
What type of car is recommended for driving in Brighton?
This depends on the kind of experience you want to have. If you’re focused on business or enjoying the city’s tourist attractions, opt for a more compact city car or economy model to more easily negotiate traffic. If you’re planning a road trip to explore the surrounding Sussex area, a comfy saloon or MPV will serve you well. You can also get 4x4s for countryside rambles.
What’s the speed limit in Brighton?
The speed limits in Brighton and Hove vary from 20mph in the city centre and residential suburbs to the standard 30mph in many other UK cities. These speed limits are on specific roads in identified zones. In other areas you can drive up to 40mph, so it’s best to keep a sharp eye out for speed limit signage. On motorways, you can travel at the standard 60mph on a single carriageway road and 70mph on a dual carriageway.
Where are the best places to park in Brighton?
Because of the numerous public seaside walking areas along the promenades, your best bet to find parking for visiting these areas is to use one of the car parks in the city centre. Look for The Lanes or Regency Square Car Park. These will cost anything from around £2 to around £20. You will need a permit to park in central Brighton, with a tiered cost access scale. Tariffs depend on where and for how many hours you park, starting at around £2 per hour in some areas and topping out at about £4 in others.
How much is the price of fuel in Brighton?
The average price of fuel in Brighton is $11.31 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of uel costs between $136 and $181, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular car hire in Brighton?
Economy (Kia Picanto or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Brighton.
Which hire car agencies are at Heathrow airport (LHR)?
Car hire companies onsite at Heathrow airport include Hertz, GREEN MOTION, DRIVALIA, SURPRICE CAR RENTAL, Europcar, Routes Car & Truck Rentals, Sixt, Avis, Budget and U-Save.
Which hire car agencies are at Gatwick airport (LGW)?
Car hire companies onsite at Gatwick airport include Hertz, Routes Car & Truck Rentals, Budget and U-Save.
Which hire car agencies are at Stansted airport (STN)?
Car hire companies onsite at Stansted airport include GREEN MOTION, DRIVALIA, Alamo, Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Budget.
Which hire car agencies will pick you up at Heathrow airport (LHR)?
Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Heathrow airport to off-airport locations include Hertz, GREEN MOTION, Europcar, Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Sixt, Avis and Budget.
Which hire car agencies will pick you up at Gatwick airport (LGW)?
Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Gatwick airport to off-airport locations include Hertz, GREEN MOTION, Europcar, Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Sixt, Avis and Budget.
Which hire car agencies will pick you up at Stansted airport (STN)?
Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Stansted airport to off-airport locations include Hertz, GREEN MOTION, Europcar, Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Sixt, Avis and Budget.
How can I find car hires near me in Brighton?
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
How much does an Economy car hire cost in Brighton?
An Economy car hire in Brighton costs $112 per day, on average.
How much does a Special car hire cost in Brighton?
A Special car hire in Brighton costs $68 per day, on average.
How much does a Compact car hire cost in Brighton?
A Compact car hire in Brighton costs $59 per day, on average.
Brighton car rental reviews and directory All ratings and reviews are collected from KAYAK users with a verified car rental booking. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
9.7
Wonderful
Read 3 reviewsCleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
Value for money
8.6
2 locations in Brighton
Locations in Brighton
53 Victoria Road
+44 1273 568128
New England Street
+44 1273 688222
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10.0 Wonderful
Roman, Feb 2024
Passenger van
10.0 Wonderful
Ann, Sept 2023
Compact
9.2 Wonderful
Joshua, Oct 2019
Pros:
Staff was super friendly and helpful.Cons:
Expensive.Hertz
8.6
Very Good
Read 2 reviewsCleanliness
10.0
Comfort
9.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.0
Value for money
9.0
One location in Brighton
Locations in Brighton
Freshfield Road, Brighton
+44 843 309 3010
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10.0 Wonderful
Jean-Hubert, Jun 2024
Mini
7.2 Good
Brian, Oct 2019
Pros:
Pickup and Drop off was quite simple and easy. Great new car that was very clean.Cons:
Branch was difficult to reach (phone number on website was wrong). We had an issue with one of the car seats which required us to return to the branch.Firefly
9.6
Wonderful
3 locations in Brighton
Locations in Brighton
1, Melville Road
+44 843 309 3010
Freshfield Road
+44 843 309 3010
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National
8.6
Very Good
One location in Brighton
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Enterprise Rent A Car
+44 1273 688222
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keddy by Europcar
8.1
Very Good
One location in Brighton
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Cannon Place
+44 371 384 3480
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Budget
7.4
Good
One location in Brighton
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6a Brighton Marina Village Sq
+44 344 544 3957
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6A Brighton Marina Village Sq
+44 344 544 6042
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Cannon Place
+44 371 384 3480
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47 Trafalgar St
+44 1273 738227
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Brighton car hire information
| Pick-up location | Brighton |
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| Hire locations | 15 |
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