There are speed limits of 30 mph(48 km/h) on urban areas, 60 mph(96 km/h) in rural areas and 70 mph(112 km/h) in motorways unless signs say otherwise.
Consisting of England, Wales, Scotland and North Ireland, the United Kingdom is renowned for its beautiful natural sceneries and a wide mix of architectures, making it an attractive destination country to discover by car. Here are a few basic driving instructions and tips to help you serenely prepare your journey.
Q1.What is an insurance excess?
Q2. How can I add an addtional driver?
Q3.What if I want to pick up or drop off my rental car out of office hours?
Q4. Can I take the hired car to another country or cross border?
Q5. Can I pick up my car at one location and return it at different location?
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March 13, 2021
Destination: Aberdeen
Budget were great - staff very professional and helpful
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Destination: Birmingham
Easy pick up, they helped with my driver code from the DVLA which led to the delay.
View moreDecember 11, 2020
Destination: London
The counter staff was less that polite, he rushed us and basically kicked us out of the office during the pick up. We were sent to the parking garage to find the car by ourselves and no one to check on the conditions of the car upon pick up.
View moreNovember 29, 2020
Destination: London
I’m pretty sure I’ll use this company!
View moreNovember 13, 2020
Destination: London
Quick pick up and drop off. Cheap rental price and noce car. Only one negative thing car tank was not full I have to go straight to petrol station. And it is not first time
View moreOctober 9, 2020
Destination: Belfast
v good
View moreOctober 9, 2020
Destination: London
They are always quick to help and not eager to rip you off. Just make sure you read the small print and you'll be fine. Theres a good team there.
View moreOctober 8, 2020
Destination: Shetland Islands
Fantastic immaculate car - well prepared. No problems and will use again!
View moreOctober 8, 2020
Destination: Glasgow
Great service in the Airport at a reasonable cost through the App.
View moreSeptember 14, 2020
Destination: London
Staff arrived to work 15 minutes after the desk opening times. All other rental desks were operational from 8AM except Budget who started at 9 (well 9:15). That was very annoying!
View moreSeptember 2, 2020
Destination: Glasgow
Car conditions were good. However, service of the counter staff was beyond satisfactory. There was only one staff at the counter. He was working on another customer ahead of us but was too slow. My family was were forced to wait more than 30 minutes outside in rain. After 30 minute waiting I was told to show UK driver’s license and passport, which was ok. However, I was also told to provide the National Insurance number of the UK, which I had never been told to provide in advance as necessary documents. For foreign residents in the UK like me as expats, had never been aware of such number. I was struggling to get the number on line from the government website but couldn’t get it after all. It took another 30 minutes and he finally managed somehow without the number. I was so anxious about not to be able to rent car without the number whereas he was trying to manage situation. I often rent car in other EU countries but never had such bad treatment and long waiting before. It really annoyed me at the beginning of our holiday.
View moreAugust 25, 2020
Destination: Glasgow
I am disappointed with Alamo's counter staff. Even our pick up time was 09:00, we arrived at the counter at 08:30 and we could pick up our car at 09:50! If I would drop off the car 50 minutes late, most probably I would have to pay for additional time. It was pleasure travel and time was important. I will never rent a car from Alamo!
View moreAugust 21, 2020
Destination: Manchester
Nice company, with a lot of deals and special prices! Very easy process to book a car!
View moreAugust 19, 2020
Destination: Inverness
The car was just right for us. It had been cleaned thoroughly before we picked it up and it was exactly what we needed. Unfortunately there had been a problem at pickup, where we were told that they didn’t have any more automatic vehicles left at all. It was a bit stressful as I don’t drive manual, but eventually they sorted it out and we got the car that we had booked.
View moreAugust 17, 2020
Destination: London
I booked a small premium, they had no Options only I’ve car in a class above that had scratched and wasn’t in good condition! Usually Alamo are good but this time let me down abit.
View moreAugust 17, 2020
Destination: London
Great staff and very little time needed to sort out - got a bigger car than booked (for no extra cost) which was also very fantastic. Would highly recommend.
View moreAugust 16, 2020
Destination: Edinburgh
Staff were great. Car was in great condition.
View moreAugust 14, 2020
Destination: Newcastle Upon Tyne
Vehicle was very good. Communications with AVIS was very difficult (following picking up car). I wished to extend the period of hire with AVIS but this proved impossible as I was unable to contact the Newcastle airport branch via the telephone.
View moreAugust 13, 2020
Destination: London
We had the inconvenience of having to buy AdBlue at a cost of £11 we forgot to ask for a refund when dropping off the vehicle .
View moreAugust 13, 2020
Destination: Peterborough
Great car and quick service. Thanks.
View moreAugust 12, 2020
Destination: Newcastle Upon Tyne
As always, the staff at BUDGET NCL Airport so pleasant and friendly. Cannot fault their customer service.
View moreAugust 11, 2020
Destination: Inverness
All good - service from AVIS on drop off and pick up, however impossible to contact desk by phone at another time when needed!
View moreAugust 11, 2020
Destination: London
I was given a golf instead of a suv- counter staff told me this was better but I couldn’t fit my suitcases in, and wanted an suv. They said they didn’t have any, then gave the lady behind me in the queue the car I had booked (mokka). A golf was equivalent size to a fiesta and I could’ve paid a lot less to hire an economy car. Really bad service.
View moreAugust 10, 2020
Destination: London
All round a smooth process
View moreAugust 10, 2020
Destination: Newcastle Upon Tyne
Budget was fine, the only issue I had with Budget was the car completely smelled of smoke for the entire time I had it, if it wasn't for the fact it was all they had in my category I would have changed it.
View moreAugust 10, 2020
Destination: London
Terrible experience with Europcar. Bad communication on return location and issue with faulty car which has still not been resolved. After returingn the car to the correct location I was sent threatening letters over a 48hr period because they had not checked the location and were accusing me of not returning the car.
View moreAugust 10, 2020
Destination: Southampton
Easy pick up and drop off. Wonderful car quality. Everything was super easy!!!
View moreAugust 8, 2020
Destination: Bristol
It seemed a bigger, better car than I expected. Excellent value, especially as it was a one-way rental. The pick up agent didn't try to upsell me on anything, which was refreshingly unusual.
View moreAugust 5, 2020
Destination: Birmingham
No one answered neither on the phones nor in the mail when I had to extend the reservation.
View moreAugust 1, 2020
Destination: Belfast
Brilliant service, always clean and new cars
View moreJuly 25, 2020
Destination: London
Gr8 job
View moreJuly 2, 2020
Destination: Nottingham
Excellent service very friendly
View moreJuly 1, 2020
Destination: Newcastle Upon Tyne
Staff at Budger were superb. Friendly and efficient and every understanding even though I was 2 hours late to collect me car.
View moreJune 15, 2020
Destination: London
The most terrible company you can ever hire from! Avoid at all cost. They lure you in with their cheap price but then they had you pay! After 2 months from hiring this car they took £1042 from my bank account. When I called they said that it is because I broke the clutch!!! It is worth mentioning that they drove the car after I returned and before the mechanic repaired it for 92 miles! And they wanted me to pay for the broken clutch
View moreJune 11, 2020
Destination: Newcastle Upon Tyne
Quickly and efficiently dealt with both when collecting the car and when returning it.
View moreJune 4, 2020
Destination: London
As long as you have your annual insurance and act nicely with staff, you'll be fine. They only attack rude conscious-less tourists!
View moreJune 3, 2020
Destination: Newcastle Upon Tyne
The guy who dealt with me when i went to collect the vehicle was friendly, efficient and courteous.
View moreMay 22, 2020
Destination: London
They gave me really nice new car. Staff was friendly. Very quick drop off check.
View moreMay 20, 2020
Destination: Paddington
Said I damage and never did
View moreMay 5, 2020
Destination: London
No me quisieron alquilar ningún vehículo por tener permiso de conducción español
View moreApril 5, 2020
Destination: London
On drop off time staff member was 20min late. I get different car then pay for.
View moreApril 1, 2020
Destination: London
Awful! They didn’t fulfil the booking. Arrived at counter, waited 40min to be seen then they said the booking didn’t have sufficient insurance and they wouldn’t let me take the car without paying another £200 extra for an extra insurance. Manager wasn’t available and didn’t have a business card. I’ve used plenty of slightly dodgy car companies but these guys (at least the ones I dealt with) are criminal.
View moreApril 1, 2020
Destination: London
The car I booked was not available, even though there were NO OTHER CUSTOMERS because of the coronavirus. And most other suitable cars were NOT AVAILABLE. Finally we were given a Ford Focus which was covered in scratches and damage. This was not a problem for me but led to some misunderstanding when I returned the car.
View moreMarch 30, 2020
Destination: London
Surprice is running an insurance scam. They give you a good price initially but then look extremely hard for something to charge you for when you return the car in order to make up for the good initial price. You'll be better off just paying up front with a more reputable company. For us, they kept pointing stuff out until I couldn't provide a photo proving it was there before.
View moreMarch 30, 2020
Destination: London
Was excellent service did try to swap car out for a smaller one once kids flew back to USA with Cruz but unable to otherwise was fine
View moreMarch 30, 2020
Destination: London
Everything cool
View moreMarch 16, 2020
Destination: Bristol
Disappointed to receive a bill for a crack to the windscreen. Horrified to find they have charged nearly £700.
View moreMarch 15, 2020
Destination: London
smooth quick process.recommended
View moreMarch 12, 2020
Destination: Manchester
Hidden cost not sure the right advice was given
View moreMarch 12, 2020
Destination: London
The staff name Salem very helpful person.. I will go for Enterprise again! Thanks.
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