Car rental in Reading, United Kingdom

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When's the cheapest time to rent a car in Reading?

Our data shows that June is the cheapest month to rent a car in Reading. It's around $ 93.481 per day in June, compared to the yearly average of $ 93.481 per day.
Cheapest month avgJune • $ 93.481
Yearly average price$ 93.481

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There are 25 car rental providers in Reading. Check out the map below to find the most convenient pickup spot.

Car rental pickup spots in Reading

Compare car rental prices at airports, train stations, and in different neighborhoods across Reading. You might find a better price, or the perfect pickup point nearby. Start your journey where it suits you.
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These are estimated prices to help you choose from a large number of options. Each is an average based on the lowest car rental prices found for each destination over the last 15 days.

The most popular car rental companies in Reading

Enterprise
Turo
Hertz
Europcar
Dollar
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What's the most popular car to rent in Reading?

Based on recent Skyscanner data, the Peugeot 2008 is the most popular car to rent in Reading, with prices starting from $ 86.474 per day. The Vauxhall Corsa and similar models are also popular choices in Reading.
Peugeot 2008
Peugeot 200811% chose this
Vauxhall Corsa
Vauxhall Corsa11% chose this
Ford Focus
Ford Focus8% chose this
Fiat 500
Fiat 5007% chose this
Most popular carPeugeot 2008
Why?Spacious, practical, good for families

Reading's cheapest car rental providers

Enterprise has the cheapest car rental in Reading right now, with prices from $ 86.474 per day. You'll save an average of $ 48.685 per day when you book with them.
Enterprisefrom $ 86.474 per day
Turofrom $ 94.322 per day
Dollarfrom $ 139.188 per day
Switchfrom $ 171.966 per day
Cheapest providerEnterprise
Book with them to save around$ 48.685 per day

Renting a car in Reading: Fast facts

Here's everything you need to know to hit the road happy.
Most popular car rental companyEnterprise
Most popular carCompact, 4-5 doors
Average daily price$ 168.918
Best time to book3 weeks before

How to book the best car rental deals in Reading

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 rental rates and then book with no fees. Here's how to get the most out of your Reading car rental search.

Book now, cancel later

We clearly highlight car and van rental options in Reading 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 Reading for a whole month

Want to rent a car for almost a month? Often, car rental companies in Reading avoid costly admin in between pickups by renting out cars for longer periods. So see whether monthly car rental is cheaper than the three weeks needed by selecting 30 days.

Compare fuel policies

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

Skip the lines

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

Frequently asked questions

On average, renting a car in Reading will set you back around $ 168.918 per day or $ 618.802 per week. 

The cheapest car to rent in Reading is an intermediate SUV. The most popular is Compact, 4-5 doors.

Scoring the best car rental deal depends on when you book – often, it pays to book your wheels as far in advance as possible. However, according to our data, the cheapest month to rent a car in Reading is currently June.

On average, around $ 618.802. But the best price we found for a car rental for a week in Reading is $ 605.313.

If you're looking for freedom to explore Reading, choose a car with unlimited mileage, or look for car rental deals with a "full to full" fuel policy as opposed to a "half-full to full" one.

We also clearly highlight car and van rental options in Reading that have free cancellation

Yes – you can easily find car rental 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 transportation 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, and for as long as you want. You'll also be able to discover more outside of Reading.

Most places – Reading included – allow people under the age of 25 to rent a car as long as they provide a valid driver's license and the correct documentation. It may cost slightly more due to a higher insurance deductible for young drivers. 

The cheapest price we found for an economy car is $ 86.474 per day. The average price per day is around $ 249.837.

Of course. Most major car rental companies like Enterprise, Turo and Hertz offer baby and child seats as an add-on when you book.

Other travelers rated Enterprise as the best overall in terms of experience.

Yes – van rental is available in Reading.