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Reading car rentals from $14/day

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a KAYAK user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car rental in Reading with a pick-up date of 11/6 and drop-off date of 11/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.

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Cheap car rentals in Reading

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Vauxhall Corsa car
Vauxhall Corsa
or similar SMALL
2
2
4-5
$14/day
Ford Focus car
Ford Focus
or similar SMALL
4
2
4-5
$16/day
Peugeot 3008 car
Peugeot 3008
or similar MEDIUM
5
3
4-5
$34/day
Vauxhall Insignia car
Vauxhall Insignia
or similar MEDIUM
5
3
4-5
$28/day
Volvo XC60 car
Volvo XC60
or similar SUV
5
2
4-5
$59/day
Fiat 500 car
Fiat 500
or similar SMALL
2
2
2-3
$19/day
Mercedes-Benz C-Class car
Mercedes-Benz C-Class
or similar LARGE
5
5
4-5
$49/day
Nissan Qashqai car
Nissan Qashqai
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
$24/day
Jeep Avenger car
Jeep Avenger
or similar SUV
4
2
4-5
$26/day
Best rates found by KAYAK users in the past 48 hours.

KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Reading

  • Visiting Berkshire and seeing its many tourist attractions is much easier if you book car hire in Reading. And there really are some superb places to visit. The quaintest of all is the Museum of English Rural Life in the city centre, but venture further out and you’ll find plenty of other gems. A mere 10 miles from town is the ancient English settlement of Silchester, built in the 1st century by the Romans. There’s also Caversham Court with its enchanting gardens on the north bank of the Thames where it flows through the outskirts of the city.
  • If you’re flying in, the nearest airport that services Reading is London Heathrow Airport (LHR), which is just over 22 miles away. All the car hire desks are situated in Heathrow’s Terminals 2 to 5, and you can then take a free shuttle to the actual parking area to collect your Reading hire car. To do this from Terminal 2 or 3, go to the central bus station. Terminals 4 and 5 have shuttle departure points just outside Arrivals. All the major brands are represented, including Avis, Europcar, SIXT and Hertz. You’ll then have about a 45-minute drive to Reading itself.
  • Be particularly careful when driving on the main Inner Distribution Road (IDR) through the city. There are numerous points on the road where it’s easy to become disorientated or where you need to be aware of concealed entrances. Pay special attention when coming from the Broad Street Mall car park on to the Castle Hill section of the IDR, as you can’t see the oncoming traffic until it’s virtually on top of you. Keep your wits about you on the A4074 too: although it’s a wide and generally safe road, it encourages speeding and sometimes reckless driving.
  • The worst times to drive in Reading are during the week between 08:00 and 09:00. The evening rush hour isn’t quite as bad, although getting caught up in either of them will most likely add up to 20min to your trip. Once again, it’s the main IDR that is the source of most of the gridlock, so if you avoid the road at those times, you’ll find that your driving experience in Reading is a lot more pleasant.
  • 25% of our users found rental cars in Reading for $23 or less
  • Book your rental car in Reading at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Standard rental cars in Reading are around 17% cheaper than other car types, on average

Reading car rental experiences: the best tips from KAYAK users

Insights shared by verified travelers who rented a car in Reading 
GilesJul 2023
There appears to be a major vehicle shortage in Reading and only Enterprise were able to commit to providing, and then actually provide a vehicle of any kind.
Verified travelerJul 2023
Driving was fine, I travel to the UK often.
Verified travelerJul 2023
Expect to pay for additional driver.

FAQs about renting a car in Reading

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

    When you’re booking car hire in Reading, you’d be well advised to get a vehicle that is just big enough for your needs, especially if you’re intending to spend a lot of time in the centre of town. Choose a smaller economy car or a compact model, or perhaps a small MPV if you can. If you want more luxury, a smaller saloon will do the trick. Once you’re away from the city centre and driving out to the rural areas around it, you can take advantage of something roomier, like a luxury saloon or a more sizeable 4x4.

  • What’s the speed limit in Reading?

    The speed limits can vary in Reading, with the usual speed limit set at 30mph. Other roads have had their speed limits reduced to 20mph. Make sure you check for signs when you’re driving on roads like Portman Road, where the speed limit has been reduced from 40mph to 30mph. Also keep an eye out for speed cameras near where Portman Road intersects with Chester Mews and Bridgewater Close.

  • Where are the best places to park in Reading?

    In Reading itself you can park in any number of Reading Borough Council car parks. These include ones at Broad Street Mall in the city centre, on Queen’s Road about a mile away from it, and on Recreation Road, from where it’s roughly a 15-minute bus ride into downtown Reading. Prices average out at around £1 per hour, with some of them offering the first 30min for free.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Reading?

    On average a rental car in Reading costs $19 per day. But prices differ between operators and you can save money through a price comparison of car rental deals from different agencies. The cheapest price for a car rental in Reading found in the last 2 weeks is $19.

  • What is the cheapest car rental company in Reading?

    In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Europcar ($14/day) and keddy by Europcar ($16/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest rental car price was found at Europcar 6-8 Commercial Road RG2 0QZ (2 miles from city center).

  • Can I rent an automatic car in Reading?

    Yes, automatic cars are available in most car renting companies in Reading. As cars with manual transmission are more common in many countries, you might have to pay an additional charge for renting an automatic car.

  • How much is gas price in Reading?

    The average gas price in Reading is $6.58 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between $79 and $105, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular rental car in Reading?

    Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Reading.

  • Which car rental companies are at Heathrow airport (LHR)?

    Car rental companies onsite at Heathrow airport include DRIVALIA, Europcar, GREEN MOTION, SURPRICE CAR RENTAL, U-Save, Hertz, keddy by Europcar, Sixt, Avis and Budget.

  • Which car rental companies are at Gatwick airport (LGW)?

    Car rental companies onsite at Gatwick airport include U-Save, Hertz, keddy by Europcar, Budget, Dollar and Routes Car & Truck Rentals.

  • Which car rental companies are at Stansted airport (STN)?

    Car rental companies onsite at Stansted airport include DRIVALIA, GREEN MOTION, keddy by Europcar, Alamo, Budget, National and Routes Car & Truck Rentals.

  • Which car rental companies will pick you up at Heathrow airport (LHR)?

    Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Heathrow airport to off-airport locations include Europcar, GREEN MOTION, Hertz, Sixt, Alamo, Avis, Budget, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, National, and Dollar.

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

    Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Gatwick airport to off-airport locations include Europcar, GREEN MOTION, Hertz, keddy by Europcar, Sixt, Alamo, Avis, Budget, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, and National.

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

    Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Stansted airport to off-airport locations include Europcar, GREEN MOTION, Hertz, keddy by Europcar, Sixt, Alamo, Avis, Budget, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, and National.

  • How can I find car rentals near me in Reading?

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

  • How much does a Standard car rental cost in Reading?

    A Standard car rental in Reading costs $59 per day, on average.

  • How much does an Intermediate car rental cost in Reading?

    An Intermediate car rental in Reading costs $108 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Compact car rental cost in Reading?

    A Compact car rental in Reading costs $50 per day, on average.

  • What is the most popular rental car location in Reading?

    In Reading, cars are most frequently rented at Hertz 131 Wokingham Road (2 miles from city center).

  • How much does it cost to rent a car for a week in Reading?

    On average a rental car in Reading costs $201 per week ($29 per day).

  • How much does it cost to rent a car long term for a month in Reading?

    On average a rental car in Reading costs $862 per month ($29 per day).

  • Should I get insurance when renting a car in Reading?

    Most car rental providers in Reading offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car rental in Reading, check out KAYAK's car rental insurance guide.

  • How many car agencies are operating in Reading?

    KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 13 car rental agencies in Reading.

  • What do I need to know before booking a car rental in Reading?

    Finding the right price, understanding the add-ons and staying up to date with policy changes can be a challenge. That’s why KAYAK has produced the ultimate guide to renting a car to help you cut though the jargon and make the right choice for your rental car. Find tips and insights for how to book your rental, what car rental insurance you’ll need, how to deal with a car rental agency and what extra fees to expect (and avoid!).

  • Why should I use KAYAK to rent a car in Reading?

    KAYAK searches thousands of car rental agencies to provide you with offers from all car rental agencies operating in Reading so that you can compare car rental rates, reviews and pick-up and drop-off locations to find the best deal for you.

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

Sixt

10.0

Wonderful

Best rated

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

One location in Reading

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Locations in Reading

Fronting Rose Kiln Lane

+44 20 7018 8246

Monday08:00 - 16:00
Tuesday08:00 - 16:00
Wednesday08:00 - 16:00
Thursday08:00 - 16:00
Friday08:00 - 16:00
Saturday08:00 - 16:00

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No reviews available

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.3

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.6

Value for money

7.3

3 locations in Reading

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Locations in Reading

171 Basingstoke Rd

+44 118 975 8200

Monday08:00 - 16:00
Tuesday08:00 - 16:00
Wednesday08:00 - 16:00
Thursday08:00 - 16:00
Friday08:00 - 16:00
Saturday09:00 - 16:00
Sunday10:00 - 15:00

Cow Lane

+44 118 956 9466

Monday08:00 - 16:00
Tuesday08:00 - 16:00
Wednesday08:00 - 16:00
Thursday08:00 - 16:00
Friday08:00 - 16:00
Saturday09:00 - 16:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

Qpark Car Park, Chatham Street

+44 118 956 0777

Monday08:00 - 16:00
Tuesday08:00 - 16:00
Wednesday08:00 - 16:00
Thursday08:00 - 16:00
Friday08:00 - 16:00
Saturday09:00 - 16:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

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2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Sep 2023

Intermediate

KAYAK
Doing better. You could have been honest and truthful about the charges. I really think I should warn others on social media to avoid your company.

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Jun 2022

KAYAK
Paul was superb. Very polite and spent a lot of time making sure we were comfortable driving in England for the first time. He answered any question we had. Vehicle was perfect and suited our needs. Great experience.

1 out of 1

Europcar

Cleanliness

2.0

Comfort

2.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

2.0

Value for money

2.0

One location in Reading

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Locations in Reading

6-8 Commercial Road

+44 371 384 9952

Opening times not available

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2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Jul 2022

KAYAK
Car couldn’t be provided. Outdated information.

1 out of 1

Hertz

6.4

Okay

Cleanliness

6.4

Comfort

6.4

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.0

Value for money

6.4

3 locations in Reading

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Locations in Reading

131 Wokingham Road

+44 118 324 0558

Monday08:30 - 17:30
Tuesday08:30 - 17:30
Wednesday08:30 - 17:30
Thursday08:30 - 17:30
Friday08:30 - 17:30
Saturday08:30 - 17:30

131 Wokingham Road

+44 118 324 0558

Monday09:00 - 16:00
Tuesday09:00 - 16:00
Wednesday09:00 - 16:00
Thursday09:00 - 16:00
Friday09:00 - 16:00
Saturday09:30 - 12:00

25 Boulton Road

+44 118 986 1313

Monday08:30 - 17:30
Tuesday08:30 - 17:30
Wednesday08:30 - 17:30
Thursday08:30 - 17:30
Friday08:30 - 17:30
Saturday08:30 - 17:30

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Firefly

9.6

Wonderful

2 locations in Reading

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Locations in Reading

131 Wokingham Road

+44 118 324 0558

Monday08:30 - 17:30
Tuesday08:30 - 17:30
Wednesday08:30 - 17:30
Thursday08:30 - 17:30
Friday08:30 - 17:30
Saturday08:30 - 17:30
Sunday10:00 - 15:00

25 Boulton Road

Opening times not available

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National

8.6

Very good

One location in Reading

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Locations in Reading

Cow Lane

+44 118 956 9466

Monday00:00 - 00:00
Tuesday00:00 - 00:00
Wednesday00:00 - 00:00
Thursday00:00 - 00:00
Friday00:00 - 00:00
Saturday00:00 - 00:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

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keddy by Europcar

8.2

Very good

Cheapest deal
Most popular

One location in Reading

from$17/day

Locations in Reading

6-8 Commercial Rd

+44 371 384 9952

Monday08:00 - 16:00
Tuesday08:00 - 16:00
Wednesday08:00 - 16:00
Thursday08:00 - 16:00
Friday08:00 - 16:00
Saturday08:00 - 16:00

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No reviews available

Budget

7.4

Good

One location in Reading

Locations in Reading

45 Caversham Road

+44 344 544 9736

Monday08:00 - 16:00
Tuesday08:00 - 16:00
Wednesday08:00 - 16:00
Thursday08:00 - 16:00
Friday08:00 - 16:00

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Avis

7.3

Good

One location in Reading

Locations in Reading

45 Caversham Road

+44 344 544 9785

Monday08:00 - 16:00
Tuesday08:00 - 16:00
Wednesday08:00 - 16:00
Thursday08:00 - 16:00
Friday08:00 - 16:00

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No reviews available

FLIZZR

7.4

Good

One location in Reading

Locations in Reading

37B Caversham Rd

+44 844 499 3399

Opening times not available

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No reviews available

Free2Move

No score available yet

2 locations in Reading

Locations in Reading

38 Portman Road

+44 118 939 4394

Monday08:00 - 16:00
Tuesday08:00 - 16:00
Wednesday13:00 - 16:0008:00 - 16:00
Thursday13:00 - 16:0008:00 - 16:00
Friday13:00 - 16:0008:00 - 16:00
Saturday08:00 - 16:00

Peppard Road

+44 118 972 1114

Monday13:00 - 16:0008:00 - 16:00
Tuesday08:00 - 16:0013:00 - 16:00
Wednesday13:00 - 16:0008:00 - 16:00
Thursday13:00 - 16:0008:00 - 16:00
Friday13:00 - 16:0008:00 - 16:00
Saturday08:00 - 16:0013:00 - 16:00

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No reviews available

Sunnycars

No score available yet

2 locations in Reading

Locations in Reading

131 Wokingham Road

Opening times not available

6-8 Commercial Road

Opening times not available

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No reviews available

Thrifty

No score available yet

One location in Reading

Locations in Reading

15 Trafford Rd

+44 118 951 1123

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

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5 travelers who rented a car in Reading gave the car agency they used an average rating of 7.5

Car rental locations in or near Reading

Good to know

Most popular agency

keddy by Europcar

Most popular car type

Standard

Average price

$19/day

Good deal

$17/day

When to book a rental car in Reading

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Rental car prices as pick-up date approaches

Reading car rental information

Pick-up locationReading
Car typesCompact, Compact SUV, Economy, Full-size SUV, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Mini, Premium, Standard
Rental locations20
Airport locations0
Popular agencieskeddy by Europcar, Europcar