Hertfordshire car hire

Hertfordshire County has the advantage of being located not too far from London’s major routes and airports and situated to the north-west of the capital within easy access of the major M25 ring road. Renting a car is a convenient way to discover this green county with its network of canals and waterways and the Chiltern Hills National Park, which stretches for 45 miles. You can also visit the famous Elstree Warner Brothers film studios in Borehamwood, which has hosted such films as Harry Potter and Star Wars and were filmed in the region. Visit the cities of Luton, which has an airport, or Watford and Hertford and connect into London via the expansive network of routes to choose from with a variety of vehicles at your disposal to suit your requirements.

Road networks in the United Kingdom are generally of a good standard, especially in the south of England and the areas surrounding London. Expect some congestion, however, in the rush hours, particularly around the London areas and M25 ring road as commuters make their way to and from work. These hours tend to fall in-between 07:00-09:00 and 17:00-19:00. The speed limit on motorways is 70mph and it is advisable to keep this pace to ensure safety and the flow of traffic. Motorways in the United Kingdom do not have fast lanes, traffic should keep to the left lane and other lanes should only be used when overtaking. Driving in the United Kingdom is considered orderly and courteous with most drivers adhering to good driving practise. Roads are toll free with the exception of some bridges and the Dartford Crossing.

You need to be at least 23 years of age to be able to hire a vehicle in the United Kingdom, although many companies reserve their own requirements, which can range anywhere up to 25 years old. A full valid UK license is required for UK residents along with another form of valid ID and a credit or debit card to complete the transaction. If you are an overseas driver, you may require an International Driving Permit and other documentation, which you should check with your local licensing authority before departure or when you make your booking.

On average a car hire in Hertfordshire costs €36 per day.

Economy (Peugeot 208 or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Hertfordshire.

In the past 72 hours, the cheapest car hires were found at DRIVALIA (€18/day), Dollar (€19/day) and keddy by Europcar (€23/day).

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