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Wellingborough car hire information
| Pick-up location | Wellingborough |
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| Hire locations | 5 |
| Airport locations | 0 |
Cheap car rentals in Wellingborough
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KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Wellingborough
- Having a hire car in Wellingborough is perfect for those wanting to explore the city itself and the surrounding areas. The town of Northampton and Castle Ashby Gardens are a mere 20min drive away. If you’re after a bit of nature time, then make sure you visit the stunning Stanwick Lakes, which are located in the River Nene National Park, for a walk, a bike ride, or a simple coffee by the water.
- If you are arriving in Wellingborough via Birmingham Airport (BHX), you will find all car hire desks located inside the Arrivals area of the airport’s only terminal. Some of the international car hire companies that are available there include Avis, Budget and Hertz. If you are picking up your Wellingborough car hire from Heathrow Airport (LHR), you will find car hire desks at Level 0 in the Arrivals hall of each of the airport’s terminals.
- Driving in Wellingborough is generally a stress-free experience, however you should watch out for speeding cars, as some locals don’t respect the speed limit on streets with lower limits. Look out for potential jaywalkers, as well as bicycles, which are usually out in force on sunny days in particular. If you are there between December and January, you might encounter icy roads in the evenings, as temperatures typically drop to around 1°C.
- Wellingborough experiences rush hour traffic on weekdays in the mornings between around 07:00 and 09:00, and in the afternoons between around 16:00 and 18:00. In addition to traffic within the city, one of the surrounding roads that experiences an increased amount of traffic throughout the week is the A509, which sees many larger vehicles transporting heavy goods.
- Book your rental car in Wellingborough at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Mini rental cars in Wellingborough are around 44% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about renting a car in Wellingborough
What type of car is recommended for driving in Wellingborough?
When choosing a hire car in Wellingborough, you need to take into consideration a couple of factors: the time of the year you are visiting and the length of the trips you will be taking. If you are there in winter, you will need a heavy duty car such as a 4x4 for additional safety on potential icy roads. If you are visiting in summer, then you could consider a small compact car, or a larger saloon car if you’re bringing the family with you and need more space for longer road trips.
What’s the speed limit in Wellingborough?
The speed limit in most built-up areas within Wellingborough is 30mph, for example on streets such as Senwick Road and Northampton Road. In areas close to schools, the speed limit goes down to 20mph, while on major roads around the town, the speed limit varies between 40mph and 60mph, depending on the road.
Where are the best places to park in Wellingborough?
Regardless of where you’re heading around Wellingborough, it is possible to find free car parking within a 5 to 10min walk of your destination. If you’re visiting the historic city centre, the best places to park are at the Swansgate Shopping Centre, which is located on Commercial Way and open from 7:00 to 19:00, on Jackon’s Lane, which is a bit further but open all day, or at Sharman Road car park beside the Morrisons supermarket off Oxford Street, however stays here are limited to 3h.
How much is the price of fuel in Wellingborough?
The average price of fuel in Wellingborough is ₹ 587 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a petrol tank costs between ₹ 7,039 and ₹ 9,386, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular car hire in Wellingborough?
Mini (Toyota Aygo or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Wellingborough.
Which hire car agencies are at Heathrow airport (LHR)?
Car hire companies onsite at Heathrow airport include DRIVALIA, GREEN MOTION, SURPRICE CAR RENTAL, Hertz, Sixt, Europcar, keddy by Europcar, Budget, Dollar and Arnold Clark.
Which hire car agencies are at Gatwick airport (LGW)?
Car hire companies onsite at Gatwick airport include Hertz, Europcar, keddy by Europcar, Budget, Dollar and Routes Car & Truck Rentals.
Which hire car agencies are at Stansted airport (STN)?
Car hire companies onsite at Stansted airport include DRIVALIA, GREEN MOTION, Alamo, Hertz, keddy by Europcar, Budget, National and Routes Car & Truck Rentals.
Which hire car agencies 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 GREEN MOTION, Alamo, Hertz, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Sixt, Europcar, Budget, Dollar, National and Avis.
Which hire car agencies 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 GREEN MOTION, Alamo, Hertz, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Sixt, Europcar, keddy by Europcar, Budget, Dollar and National.
Which hire car agencies 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 GREEN MOTION, Alamo, Hertz, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Sixt, Europcar, keddy by Europcar, Budget, Dollar and National.
How can I find car hires near me in Wellingborough?
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
How much does a Mini car hire cost in Wellingborough?
A Mini car hire in Wellingborough costs ₹ 3,625 per day, on average.
How much does an Economy car hire cost in Wellingborough?
An Economy car hire in Wellingborough costs ₹ 1,866 per day, on average.
How much does a Standard car hire cost in Wellingborough?
A Standard car hire in Wellingborough costs ₹ 8,485 per day, on average.
Wellingborough car rental reviews and directory
Free2Move
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Carousel Way
+44 330 096 0560
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Enterprise Rent-A-Car
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39-43 The Embankment
+44 1933 443044
Unit 3
+44 1536 212650
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keddy by Europcar
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3 Morris Close- Park Farm Industrial Estate
+44 371 384 5934
3 Morris Close
+44 371 384 5934
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Europcar
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3 Morris Close
+44 371 384 5934
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Most popular car type | Mini |
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When to book a car hire in Wellingborough
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