Cheap car rentals in Crawley
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Top tips for hiring a car in Crawley
- With its proximity to London Gatwick Airport, a car hire in Crawley is a flexible and convenient way to discover this charming town and the surrounding West Sussex countryside. Buchan Country Park to the southwest boasts a sculpture trail and teems with wildlife, while nearby Tilgate Park has a lake where you can rent a paddleboat, kayak or canoe. The coastal town of Hastings is a 54-mile drive away and is a great place for an afternoon excursion with your family, significant other or just by yourself.
- At London Gatwick Airport, you can find many of the major hired car companies so you should have no problem getting a car hire in Crawley. If you’re arriving at the Gatwick’s North Terminal, the Car Hire Village is located on the Ground Floor of the Arrivals Hall opposite WH Smith. When arriving at the South Terminal, follow the exit directions to the collection point where a complimentary shuttle will transfer you to North Terminal where you can pick up your car.
- The town of Crawley is adjacent to a major international airport rendering it susceptible to traffic congestion during the morning and evening rush hours and possible also during the afternoon lunch period. Driving around the inner heart of the town like elsewhere, be vigilant of motorcycles, bike riders and pedestrians moving to and fro. Sat navs can provide alternate travel routes to escape gridlocked areas so you can keep to schedule and avoid getting lost.
- The morning rush is heaviest between 07:00 and 09:00, so if you intend to be on the road make sure you’re clear of the A2011/Crawley Avenue ring road during this period. You may also experience tie-ups driving your Crawley car hire along the M23 or the A264 during the evening rush hours of 18:00-20:00 while High Street along with College Road and Ifield Road may experience sluggish vehicular traffic during the 13:00-15:00 lunch period.
- Book your rental car in Crawley at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Economy rental cars in Crawley are around 4% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about renting a car in Crawley
What type of car is recommended for driving in Crawley?
The best kind of Crawley car hire for negotiating the busy street downtown depends on the number of passengers, personal choice and utility. Solo drivers and duos tend to opt for smart compacts or economy cars, which are highly manoeuvrable and easier to park whereas an intermediate, full size or passenger van holds more passengers but may be less fuel efficient.
What’s the speed limit in Crawley?
Unless otherwise indicated, if you’re driving between 20mph and 30mph you should avoid having any difficulties with authorities or traffic surveillance equipment inside the town limits. Single carriageway roads like the A2004 and the A2219 generally allow for a maximum of 50mph unless flowing through restricted or populated areas. The M23 has a cruising speed of 70mph, but you should always keep an eye out for posted signs indicating speed changes to be safe.
Where are the best places to park in Crawley?
In Crawley, on-street parking is metered and most of them accept cash, credit/debit cards or mobile payments. Crawley Town Council operates several pay and display parking garages where you can park your vehicle and rates vary, from as low as £1 to £1.50 per hour. These garages tend to be free after normal business hours which also vary, but if you stay anywhere between 20:00 and 21:00 you’ll stay on the right side of the law.
How much is the price of fuel in Crawley?
The average price of fuel in Crawley is $12.04 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of uel costs between $144 and $193, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular car hire in Crawley?
Economy (Volkswagen Polo or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Crawley.
Which hire car agencies are at Heathrow airport (LHR)?
Car hire companies onsite at Heathrow airport include GREEN MOTION, DRIVALIA, Hertz, Europcar, Easirent, Avis, Sixt, SURPRICE CAR RENTAL, Ace and Virtuo.
Which hire car agencies are at Gatwick airport (LGW)?
Car hire companies onsite at Gatwick airport include Hertz, Europcar, Easirent, Budget and Goldcar Rental SP.
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 GREEN MOTION, Hertz, Europcar, Easirent, Avis, Sixt, Alamo, Ace, Enterprise Rent-A-Car 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 GREEN MOTION, Hertz, Europcar, Easirent, Avis, Sixt, Alamo, Ace, Enterprise Rent-A-Car 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 GREEN MOTION, Hertz, Europcar, Easirent, Avis, Sixt, Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Budget and National.
How can I find car hires near me in Crawley?
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 Crawley?
An Economy car hire in Crawley costs $80 per day, on average.
How much does a Compact car hire cost in Crawley?
A Compact car hire in Crawley costs $119 per day, on average.
Crawley car rental reviews and directory
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
10.0
Wonderful
2 reviewsCleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
Value for money
10.0
One location in Crawley
Hertz
7.2
Good
1 reviewCleanliness
10.0
Comfort
8.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
2.0
Value for money
8.0
One location in Crawley
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7.2 Good
Oct 2018
Cons:
I made the reservation for pickup at the airport but when I arrived I found out that the pickup point as in town and I had to buy a taxi to get to the in town hertz office. The taxi cost me $40 that I was not planning on spending.Firefly
9.6
Wonderful
No reviews available
One location in Crawley
keddy by Europcar
8.3
Very Good
No reviews available
One location in Crawley
Budget
7.7
Good
No reviews available
One location in Crawley
Avis
7.5
Good
No reviews available
One location in Crawley
Europcar
7.2
Good
No reviews available
One location in Crawley
Easirent
4.8
Mediocre
No reviews available
One location in Crawley
FLIZZR
7.7
Good
No reviews available
One location in Crawley
A Car Rental
No score available yet
One location in Crawley
Free2Move
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One location in Crawley
Sunnycars
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One location in Crawley
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