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Car Rental Bristol

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Car Rental Bristol

EasyTerra Car Rental Bristol is an independent car rental comparison site. Our system compares prices from well-known car rental companies so as a customer you can always reserve your rental car through us at a competitive rate.

Popular rental locations in Bristol

The following rental locations are the most popular for renting a car in Bristol

Car rental offers in Bristol

Whether you're looking for a small rental car or a station wagon for the entire family, we will always have a suitable vehicle for the lowest price. Below are some examples from our selection in Bristol.

Car type
Mini
Economy
Compact
Intermediate
Standard
Full-size
Luxury
Station wagon
Passenger van
SUV
Electric

Car rental companies in Bristol

Below are the car rental companies in Bristol with the best ratings. Compare all ratings and prices of these rental companies in one search.

  • Alamo

    9.2 (8619)
    From € 21 / day
  • Budget

    8.8 (9604)
    From € 19 / day
  • Enterprise

    8.4 (1921)
    From € 20 / day
  • FireFly Car Rental

    8.4 (3811)
    From € 35 / day
  • National Car Rental

    8.2 (402)
    From € 22 / day
  • Hertz

    8.1 (6852)
    From € 22 / day
  • Dollar Rent a Car

    8.1 (4314)
    From € 20 / day
  • Avis

    8 (5940)
    From € 21 / day
  • Green Motion

    7.9 (1887)
    From € 15 / day
  • Europcar

    7.6 (8061)
    From € 18 / day
  • Keddy By Europcar

    7.6 (3331)
    From € 16 / day
  • Sixt

    7.4 (3316)
    From € 20 / day
  • Flizzr

    7.2 (305)
    No rates available
  • Drivalia

    7 (535)
    From € 15 / day
  • Easirent

    6.4 (516)
    No rates available
  • Thrifty

    8.1 (5438)
    No rates available

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Car rental companies in and around Bristol

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Car rental locations in Bristol

EasyTerra Car Rental Bristol compares prices of car rental companies at the following locations:

Hartcliffe Way
Scot House, Albert Crescent

Location information for Bristol

Introduction

Bristol is not often regarded as a touristic destination, however, this city has much to offer. There are many restaurants, bars and shops and Bristol has a very lively cultural life with museums, theaters and concerts. Furthermore the city is an excellent point of departure for excursions to the surrounding areas.

Population

Approximately 430,000 people live in Bristol, when you include the suburbs you can add up some 100,000 people living in the Bristol urban area.

Location

Bristol is located in the west of England in a limestone area, where rivers worn out the limestone to create deep gorges, this explains the city's hilly landscape. The most important river is the Avon which flows out into the Bristol Channel to the west of the city.

With around 1,700 hours of sunshine per year, Bristol is one of the sunniest cities in the United Kingdom.

Economy

In the past, the local economy depended almost completely on trade of its port. This is not the case anymore, nonetheless, the port still plays an important part, most imported cars in the United Kingdom pass through the port of Bristol.

The aircraft industry is greatly represented, jointly with Toulouse, Bristol was an assembling place of the Concorde airplanes. The Concorde is not in service anymore but both Airbus and the aircraft division of Rolls Royce are based in Bristol.

Other pillars of the local economy are financial services, tourism and the high-tech industry.

Airports

The Bristol International Airport lies 13 kilometers to the southwest of the city. There are flight connections with cities in the United Kingdom and the European continent.

Public transport

Bristol has a fine network of city buses. Bus lines 8 and 9 are very convenient for visitors because they run from Temple Meads Station to Clifton (the place where the luxurious hotels are located) crossing the city center. There is also a double decker City Sightseeing Bus with open top that takes you along all the places of interest, you can hop on and hop off at every bus stop.

Another pleasant way of exploring Bristol is by boat, the Bristol Ferry Boat offers ferry services and boat trips leaving from the harbor side. 

Traffic and parking

Driving around in the city center of Bristol can be quite confusing as there are many one-way streets but there is a large availability of parking garages. A cheaper alternative is to park your car at one of the three Park and Ride spaces and to continue by bus to the city center.

The car is however, the best means of transport to explore the beautiful surrounding areas of the city.

Hotels

Bristol has a large variety of accommodations to offer, ranging from luxurious hotels to simple guesthouses and bed & breakfasts and even camping sites. If you prefer a more quite environment, there are plenty of options to stay in Bristol's surrounding areas, like staying at a farm or renting a cottage. The Tourist Office in Queen Square can provide you with further information.

Around Christmas many people visit Bristol, it is advisable to book you accommodation well in advance for that period.

External sources

For information about Bristol, we recommend Google and the following sources:

Practical information

  • Currency
    British pound
  • Driving direction
    Left
  • City speed limit
    48 km/h
  • Freeway speed limit
    96 km/h
  • Language
    English
  • Popular car category
    Economy

What most people want to know

The following questions and answers are a selection of the most popular questions. If you do not find the answer to your question, have a look at the Frequently Asked Questions page or contact us.

Is EasyTerra Car Rental the cheapest?

Yes, we offer a guarantee of the lowest price - because we compare various retailers, we can always offer you the best price in town.

What do I need to do when picking up a car?

To pick up your car, you will need your voucher, passport, driver's license and a credit card. It is very important that your driver's license and credit card are in the same name as the main driver. Keep in mind that the local rental company will reserve a certain amount on your credit card as a deposit. This requires the PIN code for your credit card. If your driver's license is foreign (for example, in Chinese), you must bring a translation with you. Only your original passport and driver's license will be accepted - a copy is not sufficient.

Are there any additional costs?

Our rates are all-inclusive. Our reservation department will inform you in advance should additional costs apply. You can always cancel your booking free of charge if you do not agree (this must be done at least 48 hours prior to the start of the car hire period).

What kind of insurance is applicable to my car rental?

In general, Liability Insurance, Fire Insurance, All-Risks Insurance and Theft Insurance are included in the cost of your rental car.

What is a worry-free label?

Only rental companies with a high level of customer satisfaction are eligible to be included in our Worry-Free selection. This rate includes excess cover and unlimited kilometres. Your vehicle will be provided and must be returned with a full tank of fuel. With a vehicle from our Worry-Free selection, you can travel with peace of mind and no hidden costs.

How can I change or cancel my reservation?

You can cancel your reservation through "My Account". We recommend contacting us by phone if your changes to your booking or cancellation takes place at short notice (48 hours or less).

When will I get a confirmation of my booking?

Most reservations will receive confirmation within minutes after payment takes place. We recommend contacting our Booking Department for last minute reservations (pick-up within 48 hours).

Which car rental companies are compared by EasyTerra Car Rental at this location?
  • Alamo
  • Budget
  • Enterprise
  • FireFly Car Rental
  • National Car Rental
  • Hertz
  • Dollar Rent a Car
  • Avis
  • Green Motion
  • Europcar
  • Keddy By Europcar
  • Sixt
  • Flizzr
  • Drivalia
  • Easirent
  • Thrifty