Brighton car hire

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Most popular car type

Compact

KAYAK’s insights & trends for Brighton car hire

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

How far in advance should you book car hire in Brighton?

You should book your car hire in Brighton around 7 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Brighton?

In the past 72 hours, the cheapest hire cars were found at Enterprise Rent-A-Car ($79.01/day), Hertz ($87.90/day), and Sixt ($199.24/day). The cheapest car hire price was found at Enterprise Rent-A-Car New England Street (1.3 km from city centre).

What is the best car hire company in Brighton?

Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car hire companies in Brighton are Enterprise Rent-A-Car (10.0, 2 reviews), Hertz (10.0, 1 review), and National (8.5).
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Rated 10.0/10
Hertz
Hertz
Rated 10.0/10
National
National
Rated 8.5/10
Alamo
Alamo
Rated 8.1/10

What is the most popular car to hire in Brighton?

Compact cars (Kia Cee'd or similar) are the most popular type of vehicle to hire in Brighton. Compact cars in Brighton cost $71/day on average, though some users have found deals as low as $49/day.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Brighton?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Brighton is January at an average cost of $43/day. December is the most expensive month to hire a car in Brighton when prices are $88/day on average, which tends to be 123% above the yearly average hire price for Brighton.

Which rental car company has the most locations in in in?

Firefly and Sunnycars operate 3 locations each in Brighton, more than any other car hire company.
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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Brighton

  • While it is not strictly necessary to have a car in Brighton, nothing beats the freedom of not having to worry about public transport timetables. Having a vehicle at your disposal allows you to go wherever you want, whenever you want and gives you much greater flexibility and independence. Car hire in Brighton will be especially advantageous if you intend to use Brighton as a base for exploring nearby attractions.
  • If you are heading to Brighton, chances are you will be coming in from London. All the London airports have a wide range of car hire services, and offices representing major agencies are located in the arrival halls of all the airports in the city. As it is usually more expensive to hire from the airport, it is a good idea to book online before arrival. Most agencies are happy to send a representative to pick you up at the airport and take you to your car.
  • With regard to car hire in Brighton, Brighton is a small, pleasant seaside town and the rules of the road are much the same as they are in other countries. As is the case elsewhere, you should be careful to wear your seatbelt at all times and obey traffic signs. Driving is on the left, as it is in Australia, and most drivers can drive for up to 12 months in the UK on a foreign driver’s licence. Although Brighton is quite small, it attracts a lot of visitors and this can cause heavy traffic at times, so be prepared for this.
  • There are few serious difficulties involved in driving in Brighton; although, there are certainly some hassles to be aware of. Traffic is orderly, but the roads can get very congested, especially in the summer due to tourist traffic. Cycling is very popular in the city, and you should take note of cyclists as well as pedestrians at pedestrian crossings, but these do not generally present major issues. Several streets in Brighton are pedestrianised and closed to vehicles, so you should also take note of these areas. The main issue with driving in Brighton is that it is a small city that attracts a lot of visitors, and this can sometimes cause frustration both with driving and when trying to find parking space, which you may want to take into account when considering Brighton car hire.
  • Economy hire cars in Brighton are around 45% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about hiring a car in Brighton

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Brighton?

    A good compact car for driving in the city and making excursions to nearby areas should suit most visitors. Unless you have a large group, smaller cars will probably suit most travellers coming to Brighton. Factors like flexibility and manoeuvrability in traffic and parking and, of course, fuel economy, will definitely facilitate your experience when considering car hire in Brighton.

  • What’s the speed limit in Brighton?

    Most of the city of Brighton is covered by a speed limit of 32 km/h and this is strictly enforced. Speed cameras are installed on most roads, so don’t assume that the absence of traffic police means nobody is watching the traffic. Violations of the speed limit incur a fine.

  • Where are the best places to park in Brighton?

    Parking can be difficult in Brighton, as the demand for parking spaces frequently exceeds supply. Several roads permit free roadside parking, these are: Preston Drove, Knoyle Road, Harrington Road, Surrenden Road, Herbert Road, Gordon Road, Bates Road and Loder Road, but there is no guarantee of availability. There are several car parks around the city, which charge on a cumulative hourly rate or block rate, and they have 4h, 9h and 24h rates on weekends. It is also possible to park in shopping centre car parks for a fee.

  • Which car hire agencies are at Heathrow airport (LHR)?

    Car hire companies onsite at Heathrow airport include Routes Car & Truck Rentals, Arnold Clark, Allegiance, Dollar, SURPRICE CAR RENTAL, Hertz and Europcar.

  • Which car hire agencies are at Gatwick airport (LGW)?

    Car hire companies onsite at Gatwick airport include Routes Car & Truck Rentals, Dollar and Hertz.

  • Which car hire agencies are at Stansted airport (STN)?

    The only car hire company onsite at Stansted airport is Routes Car & Truck Rentals.

  • Which car hire companies 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 Dollar, Hertz and Europcar.

  • Which car hire companies will pick you up at Gatwick airport (LGW)?

    Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Gatwick airport to off-airport locations include Dollar, Hertz and Europcar.

  • Which car hire companies will pick you up at Stansted airport (STN)?

    Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Stansted airport to off-airport locations include Dollar, Hertz and Europcar.

  • How can I find car hires near me in Brighton?

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

  • How much does a Compact car hire cost in Brighton?

    A Compact car hire in Brighton costs $72 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Mini car hire cost in Brighton?

    A Mini car hire in Brighton costs $49 per day, on average.

  • How much does an Economy car hire cost in Brighton?

    An Economy car hire in Brighton costs $41 per day, on average.

Brighton car rental reviews and directory

 
All ratings and reviews are collected from KAYAK users with a verified car hire booking. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

10.0

Wonderful

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Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

2 locations in Brighton

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Locations in Brighton

53 Victoria Road

+44 1273 568128

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

New England Street

+44 1273 688222

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday11:00 - 15:00

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10.0 Wonderful

Roman, Feb 2024

Passenger van

KAYAK
Great

10.0 Wonderful

Ann, Sept 2023

Compact

KAYAK
The representative that took us to a different location to pick up an automatic vehicle went above and beyond! Since I never drove on the other side of the road before, he went over everything in detail of what I might expect while driving. He made this a wonderful experience and there were no problems at all! Huge shout out to him!!

1 out of 1

Hertz

10.0

Wonderful

Read 1 review

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

One location in Brighton

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Freshfield Road, Brighton

+44 843 309 3010

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00

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10.0 Wonderful

Jean-Hubert, June 2024

Mini

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Very good experience with personal professional

1 out of 1

National

8.5

Very Good

One location in Brighton

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Enterprise Rent A Car

+44 1273 688222

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

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Alamo

8.1

Very Good

One location in Brighton

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New England Street Serviced By Enterprise Rent A Car

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Avis

7.4

Good

One location in Brighton

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6A Brighton Marina Village Sq

+44 344 544 6042

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00

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Budget

7.3

Good

One location in Brighton

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6a Brighton Marina Village Sq

+44 344 544 3957

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00

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Europcar

7.0

Good

One location in Brighton

Locations in Brighton

Cannon Place

+44 371 384 3480

Opening times not available

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keddy by Europcar

7.0

Good

One location in Brighton

Locations in Brighton

Cannon Place

+44 371 384 3480

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 17:00

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Dollar

6.1

Okay

One location in Brighton

Locations in Brighton

Freshfield Road, Brighton

+44 843 309 3010

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00

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No reviews available

Virtuo

8.4

Very Good

One location in Brighton

Locations in Brighton

Stroudley Rd

Opening times not available

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Firefly

No score available yet

3 locations in Brighton

Locations in Brighton

1, Melville Road

+44 843 309 3010

Monday08:30 - 17:30
Tuesday08:30 - 17:30
Wednesday08:30 - 17:30
Thursday08:30 - 17:30
Friday08:30 - 17:30
Saturday09:00 - 12:00

Brighton Racecourse

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Freshfield Road

+44 843 309 3010

Monday08:30 - 17:30
Tuesday08:30 - 17:30
Wednesday08:30 - 17:30
Thursday08:30 - 17:30
Friday08:30 - 17:30
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday10:00 - 16:00

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Sunnycars

No score available yet

3 locations in Brighton

Locations in Brighton

53 Victoria Road

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60 Beaconsfield Rd

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Freshfield Road

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Thrifty

No score available yet

One location in Brighton

Locations in Brighton

47 Trafalgar St

+44 1273 738227

Monday08:30 - 17:30
Tuesday08:30 - 17:30
Wednesday08:30 - 17:30
Thursday08:30 - 17:30
Friday08:30 - 17:30

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3 travellers who hired a car in Brighton gave the car agency they used an average rating of 7.4

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