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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Bristol?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Bristol and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 30 April 2025.

January

RM 134

February

RM 147

March

RM 151

April

RM 194

May

RM 194

June

RM 190

July

RM 203

August

RM 194

September

RM 186

October

RM 181

November

RM 160

December

RM 203

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Bristol is January. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Compare available car types for rental in Bristol

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Bristol to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 30 April 2025.

Small cars

RM 191 - RM 307

All Car Types

RM 191 - RM 600

To rent a small car in Bristol, the United Kingdom, you would pay an average price of RM 141/day. December is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Bristol, the United Kingdom (~RM 191/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is October (~RM 307/day). In fact, December is about 35% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Bristol. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Bristol, renting a small car saves you 35% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

Top rental agencies in Bristol

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Bristol known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Bristol. Reviews were last updated on 30 April 2025.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in Bristol, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Hertz and Alamo. Browse through some of the top rental car agencies in Bristol, including Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Hertz and Alamo.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

9.5
Wonderful
1 review7 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.1

Comfort

9.3

Overall

9.5

Pick-up/drop-off

9.5

Value

9.5

Hertz

9.0
Wonderful
1 review4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.5

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.5

Value

8.5

Alamo

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

9.2

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

8.0

Avis

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.0

Budget

7.4
Good
4 reviews3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.8

Comfort

8.8

Overall

7.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.4

Sixt

5.9
Fair
4 reviews4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

7.9

Overall

5.9

Pick-up/drop-off

7.4

Value

6.9

Europcar

5.6
Fair
3 reviews6 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

7.6

Overall

5.6

Pick-up/drop-off

5.3

Value

6.0

Ace

1 location

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Bristol, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 30 April 2025.
  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Bristol?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Enterprise Rent-A-Car (9.6 rating), Avis (8.0 rating) and Hertz (8.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Bristol.

  • What are petrol prices like in Bristol?

    The average price of petrol in Bristol is RM 7.53/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between RM 339 and RM 489 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Bristol for a week from Sixt?

    Sixt is one of the top picks in Bristol. They can have you in a hire car for about RM 2,895 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Bristol for the best price?

    Booking early can save you upwards of 49% on your car hire. Booking your vehicle at least 7 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Bristol.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Bristol?

    Yes, cars are available to be rented out for an entire month in Bristol.

  • What car do most people hire in Bristol?

    Vauxhall Corsa, which is a Economy vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Bristol according to Cheapflights users.

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