Car hire in Sheffield, United Kingdom

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These are the lowest Sheffield car hire prices we found over the next 30 days and are subject to change.

When's the cheapest time to hire a car in Sheffield?

Our data shows that September is the cheapest month to rent a car in Sheffield. It’s around $ 55.656 per day in September, compared to the yearly average of $ 86.860 per day.
Cheapest month avgSeptember • $ 55.656
Yearly avg price$ 86.860

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There are 26 car hire providers in Sheffield. Check out the map below to find the most convenient pick-up spot.

The most popular car rental companies in Sheffield

Drivalia
Enterprise
Keddy By Europcar
Europcar
Arnold Clark
Sixt

What's the most popular car to hire in Sheffield?

Based on recent Skyscanner data, the Vauxhall Corsa is the most popular car to hire in Sheffield, with prices starting from $ 24.798 per day. The Fiat 500 and similar models are also popular drives in Sheffield.
Vauxhall Corsa
Vauxhall Corsa9% chose this
Fiat 500
Fiat 5008% chose this
Volkswagen Golf
Volkswagen Golf6% chose this
Peugeot 2008
Peugeot 20085% chose this
Most popular carVauxhall Corsa
Why?Small, practical, easy to park

Sheffield's cheapest car hire providers

Drivalia has the cheapest car hire in Sheffield right now, with prices from $ 47.655 per day. You'll save an average of $ 38.108 per day when you book with them.
Drivaliafrom $ 47.655 per day
Enterprisefrom $ 48.227 per day
Arnold Clarkfrom $ 79.933 per day
Sixtfrom $ 129.129 per day
Cheapest providerDrivalia
Book with them to save around$ 38.108 per day

Hiring a car in Sheffield: Fast facts

Here's everything you need to know to hit the road happy.
Most popular car hire companyDrivalia
Most popular carLarge, fullsize commercial van
Average daily price$ 271.661
Best time to book4 weeks before

How to book the best car rental deals in Sheffield

We’re frequently named as the most trusted travel search site out there. We scan hundreds of trusted travel providers and put it all in one place, allowing you to instantly compare car hire rates and then book with no fees. Here's how to get the most out of your Sheffield car rental search.

Book now, cancel later

We clearly highlight car and van hire options in Sheffield that have free cancellation. So you can bag the best deal with total flexibility to change your plans if you need to.

Rent a car in Sheffield for a whole month

Want to hire a car for almost a month? Often, car rental companies in Sheffield avoid costly admin in between pick-ups by hiring out cars for longer periods. So see if monthly car hire is cheaper than the three weeks you need it for by selecting 30 days.

Compare fuel policies

To save money on topping up the tank as you take off in Sheffield, look out for deals with a 'full to full' fuel policy, as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

Skip the queues

We call out keyless pick-up when you search for cars with us. No keys to pick up, means no queues. Just turn up at your preferred Sheffield car hire location, hop in and hit the road.

Frequently asked questions

The average car hire cost in Sheffield is $ 271.661 per day or $ 928.630 for a seven-day rental. If you're looking for a cheap deal, the lowest price we found is $ 24.798 per day for Small hire from Switch. Need a specific type of car? Here's how prices compare:
Economy
Average price: $ 305.445 per day.
Cheapest price found: $ 24.798 per day.
SUV
Average price: $ 129.389 per day.
Cheapest price found: $ 26.148 per day.
Premium/Luxury
Average price: $ 1.098.799 per day.
Cheapest price found: $ 65.751 per day.
Electric
Average price: $ 1.098.799 per day.
Cheapest price found: $ 63.569 per day.
The cheapest car to rent in Sheffield is Small, mini. The most popular is Large, fullsize commercial van.
The cheapest car hire companies in Sheffield are currently Drivalia and Turo.
Bagging the best car hire deal depends on when you book  – often, it pays to book your wheels as far in advance as possible. But according to our data, the cheapest month to rent a car in Sheffield is currently July.
On average, around $ 928.630. But the best price we found for car hire for a week in Sheffield is $ 173.581.
If you're looking for freedom to explore Sheffield, choose a car with unlimited mileage, or look for car hire deals with a ’full to full' fuel policy as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

We also clearly highlight car and van hire options in Sheffield that have free cancellation
If you've booked car hire with free cancellation, you can usually cancel or change your booking without paying a fee. The deadline depends on the car hire company, but it's typically around 48 hours before pick-up. If you cancel after that, you may be charged. If your booking doesn't include free cancellation, you'll need to check the car hire company's cancellation policy. Depending on when you cancel, you might have to pay a fee or you won't get a refund.
Yes. Most car hire companies in Sheffield offer same-day car hire. If you're looking for last-minute car hire in Sheffield, search for today's date on Skyscanner to compare what's available.
The best time to book car hire in Sheffield is usually as early as you can. Booking ahead often means cheaper prices and more cars to choose from. You can sometimes find a good last-minute deal, but it's never guaranteed and availability is often more limited.
A good deal for car hire in Sheffield is usually around $ 203.745 per day or less. That's about 25% cheaper than the average price in Sheffield, which is $ 271.661 per day. The cheapest price we found in Sheffield is $ 24.798 per day with Switch for Small car hire.
It depends on the car hire company. Some companies in Sheffield will let you drive your hire car abroad, often for an extra fee, while others don't allow it. If you're planning to cross a border, check with the car hire company before you travel. Driving your hire car abroad without permission could invalidate your insurance or break the terms of your rental agreement.
It depends on the car hire company. Some accept debit cards, others require a credit card. Either way, you'll need enough money on your card to cover a security deposit which you'll get back when you return the car.
Yes – you can easily find car hire companies that allow you to pick up your car in one place, and then drop it off in another. Just select ‘Return car to a different location’ when you search with us.
Public transport can only get you so far, and could be tricky to navigate with children or luggage. With your own set of wheels, you can go wherever you want, whenever you want, for as long as you want. And you'll be able to discover more outside of Sheffield.
Yes, you can hire a car in Sheffield from the age of 21. You'll need a valid driving licence and the usual ID. If you're under 25, you might need to pay a young driver fee, and some car hire companies only let you book certain types of car. When you search on Skyscanner, just enter your age and we'll show you the options available.
The cheapest price we found for an economy car is $ 24.798 per day. The average price per day is around $ 305.445.
Of course. Most major car hire companies like Drivalia, Enterprise and Keddy By Europcar offer baby and child seats as an add-on when you book.
The best car hire company depends on what's most important to you. If customer ratings are your priority, here are some of the highest-rated car hire companies in Sheffield, based on Skyscanner reviews. We've also included their average daily prices to help you compare your options.
Drivalia
1.0/5 (from 1 reviews)
Average daily price: $ 380.823
Enterprise
1.0/5 (from 1 reviews)
Average daily price: $ 248.475
Keddy By Europcar
1.0/5 (from 1 reviews)
Average daily price: $ 107.178
You don't have to get it, but it's worth thinking about. In Sheffield, the excess (what you pay if the car gets damaged or stolen) ranges from $ 3.019.453 to $ 8.407.536 depending on who you book with. The cost of excess insurance also varies by car hire company. You can buy excess insurance separately, which is usually cheaper than buying it through the car hire company.
Large car hire — like the Renault Master E-Tech Electric — averages $ 271.661 per day in Sheffield. According to our data, the lowest price for Large car hire in Sheffield right now is $ 62.911 per day with Enterprise.
Luxury car hire, like the Polestar 2, costs an average of $ 1.098.799 per day in Sheffield. The cheapest price we could find is $ 65.751 per day with Europcar.
Medium car hire, which is usually something like the Skoda Scala, averages $ 188.300 per day in Sheffield. The cheapest price we found for Medium car hire in Sheffield is $ 25.923 per day with Keddy By Europcar.
Yes. Most car hire companies in Sheffield let you add an extra driver. You usually need to pay an additional driver fee which costs around $ 15.608 per day. The good news is that some companies like Turo include it at no extra cost.
Yes – van hire is available in Sheffield.