Northampton car hire information
| Pick-up location | Northampton |
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| Hire locations | 17 |
| Airport locations | 0 |
Cheap car rentals in Northampton
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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Northampton
- Northampton is one of the largest towns in England whose prominence as a centre of royal authority reached its zenith during the Middle Ages. Exploring its boundaries is made much easier with a car hire in Northampton, which offers limitless flexibility within its limits and the greater East Midlands region. Althorp Estate (6 miles) and Castle Ashby (8 miles) are easy trips for summertime visitors who can leisurely stroll around the grounds and gardens to take in the country air. The 22-mile trip along the south on the A5 takes you to iconic Bletchley Park where you can tour its famous WWII installations.
- London Luton Airport (LTN) is the closest major airport to the town (approx. 34 miles) so if you’re arriving by plane, stop by its Car Hire Centre and pick up a Northampton car hire to complete the journey to your destination and savour the road adventures to follow. A shuttle bus is required to transport you from the terminal building in order to pick up your vehicle. Just follow the directions to the terminal bus station across the street from the main building and locate the shuttle at Bay C.
- The M1 is the region’s main artery, distributing traffic onto several major roads including the A45 and especially the A4500, which flows through the town centre. Congestion during the morning and evening rush is likely on these tributaries as well as any secondary roads that feed off them. The University of Northampton is situated in the town centre so expect a fair amount of pedestrian, bike and motorcycle engagement. Delays are also likely during rush periods at the circular where the A508, A4500 and A5123 converge.
- Morning rush hours for Northampton should peak between 07:00 and 08:00, then normalise before the afternoon lunch hours of 13:00-15:00. During this period traffic tie-ups are common in commercial areas like the huge Brackmills Industrial Estate and other large business development zones. The thick of the evening rush occurs between 19:00 and 20:30, so have an alternate travel route handy to bypass gridlocked areas if necessary.
- Book your rental car in Northampton at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Standard rental cars in Northampton are around -64% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about renting a car in Northampton
What type of car is recommended for driving in Northampton?
Deciding which type of vehicle is best for you should be determined by the number of passengers, your level of comfort and your budget. As a rule of thumb, small cars are easier to park and tend to be more fuel efficient than larger vehicles, but may lack trunk space and leg room if you’re travelling with three or four persons.
What’s the speed limit in Northampton?
The legal speed limit in Northampton town limits is 30mph. Accelerated speeds of 40mph are possible along roads outside population and commercial districts. The A508 has a maximum speed limit of 50mph and along the M1 you can drive up to 70mph. Exercise caution with your car hire in Northampton near junctions and other convergence zones where CCTV and traffic cameras are active to prohibit excessive speeding.
Where are the best places to park in Northampton?
Northampton Town Council administers an on-street parking system on some streets, which are metered and in effect between 07:00 and 19:00. On-street parking is free from 19:00 until 07:00 Monday-Saturday, including all day on Sundays/bank holidays. Surface, short stay and multi-storey car parks in the town charge £1 per hour and £2 for per evening/overnight stay from Monday-Saturday. These locations are mostly pay-and-display and all accept cash for payment with a few accepting credit/debit cards.
How much is the price of fuel in Northampton?
The average price of fuel in Northampton is $11.63 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of uel costs between $140 and $186, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular car hire in Northampton?
Standard (Volkswagen Tiguan or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Northampton.
Which hire car agencies are at Heathrow airport (LHR)?
Car hire companies onsite at Heathrow airport include Hertz, GREEN MOTION, DRIVALIA, Sixt, Easirent, Avis, Europcar, SURPRICE CAR RENTAL, Budget and Virtuo.
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, Alamo, Sixt, Easirent, Avis, Europcar, Budget, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Dollar.
How can I find car hires near me in Northampton?
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
How much does a Standard car hire cost in Northampton?
A Standard car hire in Northampton costs $176 per day, on average.
How much does a Mini car hire cost in Northampton?
A Mini car hire in Northampton costs $76 per day, on average.
How much does an Economy car hire cost in Northampton?
An Economy car hire in Northampton costs $140 per day, on average.
What is the most popular rental car location in Northampton?
In Northampton, cars are most frequently hired at Sixt 1 Deltic Avenue (24 km from city centre ).
Northampton 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
2 locations in Northampton
Firefly
9.6
Wonderful
No reviews available
One location in Northampton
keddy by Europcar
8.0
Very Good
No reviews available
One location in Northampton
Avis
7.6
Good
No reviews available
One location in Northampton
Budget
7.5
Good
No reviews available
One location in Northampton
Europcar
7.1
Good
No reviews available
One location in Northampton
Hertz
6.9
Okay
No reviews available
One location in Northampton
Thrifty
5.6
Fair
No reviews available
One location in Northampton
GREEN MOTION
5.3
Fair
No reviews available
One location in Northampton
A Car Rental
No score available yet
2 locations in Northampton
Free2Move
No score available yet
2 locations in Northampton
Sunnycars
No score available yet
One location in Northampton
Car hire locations in or near Northampton
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