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South Yorkshire car hire

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Cheap car hire in South Yorkshire

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Class Economy Car car
Class Economy Car
or similar SMALL
2
2
4-5
M
£16/day
Class Compact Car car
Class Compact Car
or similar SMALL
4
2
4-5
M
£18/day
Kia Optima car
Kia Optima
or similar MEDIUM
5
3
4-5
M
£27/day
Vauxhall Zafira Tourer car
Vauxhall Zafira Tourer
or similar VAN
5
3
4-5
M
£48/day
Volvo XC60 car
Volvo XC60
or similar SUV
5
2
4-5
M
£47/day
Fiat 500 car
Fiat 500
or similar SMALL
2
2
2-3
M
£15/day
Mercedes-Benz C-Class car
Mercedes-Benz C-Class
or similar LARGE
5
5
4-5
M
£43/day
Ford Transit car
Ford Transit
or similar VAN
5
5
4-5
M
£62/day
BMW X1 car
BMW X1
or similar LUXURY
5
5
2/4
M
£49/day
Vauxhall Crossland car
Vauxhall Crossland
or similar SUV
4
2
4-5
M
£21/day
Nissan Qashqai car
Nissan Qashqai
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
M
£22/day
Class Special Car car
Class Special Car
or similar Category
5
5
2/4
M
£32/day
Volvo XC90 car
Volvo XC90
or similar SUV
5
5
4-5
M
£68/day
Audi S4 Avant car
Audi S4 Avant
or similar LUXURY
5
5
4-5
M
£80/day
Best prices found by KAYAK users in the past 48 hours.

Top tips for hiring a car in South Yorkshire

  • You will need to have a car seat for any children who aren't either 12 or older, or over 135 cm tall. Luckily, most South Yorkshire car hire companies can provide seats. Alternatively, there are also some companies in Sheffield and Doncaster that offer car seats for hire along with other handy items for young children, such as strollers.
  • Many people who visit the Peak District National Park, just outside South Yorkshire, choose to explore with a car. It's a great way to see as much as possible. However, you should be prepared for some narrow roads, sharp turns and somewhat steep drops. Additionally, bear in mind that in some areas the speed limit is very restricted and cars can only drive up to 5 mph. You'll be sharing the roads with cyclists, hikers, horse riders and other road users. Cars must give way to all other road users, so be prepared to stop where necessary.
  • When choosing your vehicle, bear in mind that Sheffield, South Yorkshire's largest city, has a Clean Air Zone in place. This likely won't affect most drivers, unless you're choosing a larger vehicle such as a van, but the restrictions can change, so it's always best to double-check. If your vehicle doesn't meet the restrictions, you'll need to pay a fee to enter, which is usually around £10. You can pay this up to six days before or six days after you enter.
  • If you're planning on flying to South Yorkshire, you'll likely arrive at Manchester Airport (MAN), around an hour outside the region. Luckily, there are several car hire companies available at the airport. Once you've collected your bags, head outside to take the shuttle bus to the Car Rental Village. There are many companies available including Enterprise, Hertz and Avis. This is generally the best option for most people arriving by air, as the South Yorkshire car hire locations aren't always easily accessible by public transport.
  • 25% of our users found a car hire in South Yorkshire for £26 or less
  • Book your car hire in South Yorkshire at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Economy hire cars in South Yorkshire are around 47% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about hiring a car in South Yorkshire

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

    On average a car hire in South Yorkshire costs £37 per day.

  • What is the most popular car hire in South Yorkshire?

    Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in South Yorkshire.

  • What is the cheapest car hire company in South Yorkshire?

    In the past 72 hours, the cheapest car hires were found at DRIVALIA (£15/day), keddy by Europcar (£21/day) and Enterprise Rent-A-Car (£24/day).

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

    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 Yorkshire?

    Based on car searches on KAYAK, the most popular cities to hire a car in South Yorkshire are Sheffield (63% of total searches of users looking to hire a car in South Yorkshire), Rotherham (14%) and Doncaster (14%).

  • How much does a car hire in South Yorkshire cost for a week?

    On average a car hire in South Yorkshire costs £239 per week (£34 per day).

  • How much does a car hire in South Yorkshire cost for a month?

    On average a car hire in South Yorkshire costs £1,024 per month (£34 per day).

  • Should I hire a car in South Yorkshire?

    Hiring a car in South Yorkshire is an ideal option for anyone who wants to enjoy the most freedom on their trip. There are a number of beautiful places in the region, including the Pennines and the Peak District National Park, which are best explored by car. The main other way of getting around the region is by bus, which isn't as practical for anyone travelling with a significant amount of luggage or larger groups.

  • What is driving like in South Yorkshire?

    Driving conditions will vary greatly depending on where you're travelling in the region. Outside the cities, you'll mostly find the roads to be fairly quiet, although they may also be a little trickier to drive on. They may not be as well maintained as roads in the cities, and blind turns are more common. On the other hand, cities will usually be busier, and you should be prepared to encounter narrow roads and one-way streets. This is particularly true in Sheffield, where you may prefer to use one of their Park & Ride car parks instead of driving in the city centre.

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

    Most South Yorkshire car hire companies will hire a standard car to drivers aged 21 or older. However, if you're hiring a car between the ages of 21 and 24, you can expect to pay an additional Young Drivers Surcharge that's added to your daily fee. Some larger or luxury vehicles may be restricted to older drivers, either over 25 or over 30. You will usually need to have held your driving licence for at least 12 months. If your licence is issued by an EU or European Economic Area country, you can drive any vehicle allowed by your original licence. If your licence is issued outside this area or in Jersey, Guernsey or the Isle of Man you can hire a car but not a larger vehicle, such as a passenger van.

Car hire locations in South Yorkshire

Car hire directory

  • enterprise

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

    10 Locations

  • free2move

    Free2Move car hire locations in South Yorkshire

    7 Locations

  • keddy

    keddy by Europcar car hire locations in South Yorkshire

    5 Locations

  • firefly

    Firefly car hire locations in South Yorkshire

    4 Locations

  • sunnycars

    Sunnycars car hire locations in South Yorkshire

    4 Locations

  • budget

    Budget car hire locations in South Yorkshire

    3 Locations

  • europcar

    Europcar car hire locations in South Yorkshire

    3 Locations

  • hertz

    Hertz car hire locations in South Yorkshire

    3 Locations

  • arnoldclark

    Arnold Clark car hire locations in South Yorkshire

    2 Locations

  • avis

    Avis car hire locations in South Yorkshire

    2 Locations

  • drivalia

    DRIVALIA car hire locations in South Yorkshire

    2 Locations

  • dollar

    Dollar car hire locations in South Yorkshire

    2 Locations

Good to know

Most popular agency

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Most popular car type

Economy

Average price

£34/day

Good deal

£26/day

When to book a rental car in South Yorkshire

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