South Wales car rentals

Driver's age: 26-65

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Cheap car hire in South Wales

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Vauxhall Corsa car
Vauxhall Corsa
or similar Small
2
2
4-5
M
$58/day
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Seat Leon car
Seat Leon
or similar Small
4
2
4-5
M
$64/day
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Mercedes-Benz A-Class car
Mercedes-Benz A-Class
or similar Medium
5
3
4-5
M
$87/day
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Ford Galaxy car
Ford Galaxy
or similar Van
5
3
4-5
M
$160/day
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Volvo XC60 car
Volvo XC60
or similar 4WD
5
2
4-5
M
$91/day
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Fiat 500 car
Fiat 500
or similar Small
2
2
2-3
M
$53/day
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Mercedes-Benz C-Class car
Mercedes-Benz C-Class
or similar Large
5
5
4-5
M
$88/day
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Mercedes-Benz E-Class car
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
or similar Luxury
5
5
4-5
M
$131/day
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Nissan Juke car
Nissan Juke
or similar 4WD
4
2
4-5
M
$63/day
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Nissan Qashqai car
Nissan Qashqai
or similar 4WD
5
3
4-5
M
$65/day
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Most popular agency

Europcar

Most popular car type

Economy

Average price

$58/day

Good deal

$58/day

KAYAK’s insights & trends for South-Wales car hire

Check out the latest trends and booking tips to hire a car in South-Wales with confidence.

How far in advance should you book a rental car in South-Wales?

You should book your rental car in South-Wales around 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the most popular rental car in South-Wales?

Mini rentals (Kia Picanto or similar) are the most popular type of vehicle to rent in South-Walese. Mini cars in South-Wales cost $115/day on average, though some users have found deals as low as $51/day.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in South-Wales?

The cheapest month to hire a car in South-Wales is January at an average cost of $45/day. May is the most expensive month to hire a car in South-Wales when prices are $91/day on average, which tends to be 111% above the yearly average hire price for South-Wales.
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Top tips for hiring a car in South-Wales

  • Enjoy all the sites that South Wales has to offer and explore this beautiful part of Britain at your own speed. With roads in this part of Wales tending to be pretty good, you’ll find a two-wheeled drive is suitable for most terrain. That being said, due to there being a lot of rural areas with the opportunity to drive off road, you might prefer a 4X4 car, especially for the seasons when you might expect adverse weather conditions. If you just need a car for town drives, such as around Swansea, then a compact car should suffice, as it will help you navigate the streets and easily find parking.
  • When you are driving in South Wales, it’s important that you stick to the laws of the road so that you do not get in trouble with the authorities. Drink-driving is a serious offence, and anyone found over the limit will be prosecuted accordingly. The breath test limit is currently 0.8 mg of alcohol per ml of blood. You must also make sure that everyone in the car is wearing a seatbelt and that children under 12, or shorter than 135 cm, are in a correctly sized child seat. Mobile phone use is only permitted if you are using a hands-free kit, so that you are not distracted.
  • You can reduce your carbon footprint by opting for a car hire that is more eco friendly. For example, you can be safe in the knowledge that you are reducing your carbon output if you were to choose an electric vehicle to hire. You will find there are plenty of electric charging points across South Wales in towns and cities, but be sure that you are fully charged if you are travelling to a more remote part of the region, as the charging points will be harder to come by.
  • 25% of our users found rental cars in South Wales for $58 or less
  • Compact rental cars in South Wales are around 70% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about hiring a car in South Wales

  • Should I hire a car in South-Wales?

    You should hire a car in South Wales because it gives you pure flexibility to explore on your own terms and not have your schedule dictated by that of the local bus timetable. For example, if you are staying in Cardiff and you want to pay a visit to Pembroke, then you can usually do so in under 2h in a car. If you decided to take a mode of public transport to the charming town, then it would take over twice the amount of time. You also wouldn’t want to pay a taxi for a return journey, as it would be very inefficient cost wise.

  • What is driving like in South-Wales?

    When you are driving in South Wales, you’ll find it is the same as driving in the rest of the UK. You will be used to driving on the left-hand side in a car that has the steering wheel on the right. The speed limits are also the same as throughout the United Kingdom, so you will generally know how fast you can travel in various parts of the region. In urban areas, you can drive as fast as 30 mph, unless it’s very residential, then you will be expected to go no faster than 20 mph. On roads outside of built-up areas, you can drive at 60 mph, whilst on motorways, you can travel as fast as 70 mph.

  • How old do you have to be to hire a car in South-Wales?

    When you are hiring a car in South Wales, it is advised that you check with each company about their age restrictions, as it is likely to vary. In general, you must be 21 years of age to hire a car in the United Kingdom, with most companies also charging a surcharge to drivers that are under a specific age, such as 25. These drivers will also get a limited selection of vehicles to choose from, as agencies do not allow inexperienced drivers to hire out vehicles with more powerful engines.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in South-Wales?

    On average a car hire in South-Wales costs $58 per day.

  • How can I find car hires near me in South-Wales?

    Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.

  • Where should I hire a car in South-Wales?

    Based on car searches on KAYAK, the most popular cities to hire a car in South-Wales are Swansea (67% of total searches of users looking to hire a car in South-Wales) and Cardiff (17%).

  • How much does it cost to hire a car for a week in South-Wales?

    On average a car hire in South-Wales costs $406 per week ($58 per day).

  • How much does it cost to hire a car long term for a month in South-Wales?

    On average a car hire in South-Wales costs $1,738 per month ($58 per day).

Car rental directory

  • enterprise

    Enterprise Rent-A-Car car hire locations in South-Wales

    12 Locations

  • keddy

    keddy by Europcar car hire locations in South-Wales

    8 Locations

  • europcar

    Europcar car hire locations in South-Wales

    7 Locations

  • free2move

    Free2Move car hire locations in South-Wales

    7 Locations

  • budget

    Budget car hire locations in South-Wales

    4 Locations

  • sunnycars

    Sunnycars car hire locations in South-Wales

    4 Locations

  • avis

    Avis car hire locations in South-Wales

    3 Locations

  • flizzr

    FLIZZR car hire locations in South-Wales

    3 Locations

  • thrifty

    Thrifty car hire locations in South-Wales

    3 Locations

  • hertz

    Hertz car hire locations in South-Wales

    2 Locations

  • interrent

    INTERRENT car hire locations in South-Wales

    2 Locations

  • routescartrk

    Routes Car & Truck Rentals car hire locations in South-Wales

    2 Locations

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