Search
Deals
Tips
FAQs
Agencies
Locations
When to book

York car hire

Driver's age: 26-65

Search hundreds of hire car sites at once for hire car deals in York

Here is why travelers choose KAYAK

Save up to 46%Compare multiple travel sites with one search.

Free to useThere are no hidden charges or fees

Filter your dealsFilter by car type, brand and more. Instantly customise your results.

Book with flexibilityUse our "free cancellation" filter for maximum flexibility at no extra cost.

Cheap car rentals in York

Discover the best prices and deals for you by selecting your travel dates
Choose your dates
Economy car
Economy
M
Compact car
Compact
M
Intermediate car
Intermediate
M
Standard car
Standard
M
Full-size car
Full-size
M
Luxury car
Luxury
M
People carrier car
People carrier
M
Passenger van car
Passenger van
M
Commercial car
Commercial
M
Pick-up truck car
Pick-up truck
M

KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in York

  • To make the most of the city and get to see everything, we make it easy and convenient for you to find car hire in York. It’s not a very compact city if you take its suburbs into account, which is another good reason to opt for hiring your own car. Top attractions to visit include the magnificent York Minster cathedral and the city’s medieval walls. Hiring a car will also allow you to visit historic Clifford’s Tower for panoramic views of the city.
  • While York doesn’t have its own airport, York car hire is available at the closest airport that serves the city: Leeds–Bradford Airport, which is roughly 30 miles or a 50-minute drive away. There are plenty of car hire facilities available at the airport, provided by some of the UK’s leading car hire brands, including Avis, Europcar, Hertz and Enterprise. The airport has a dedicated on-site car hire centre to the east of the terminal, and you’ll find all the offices and kiosks there. You won’t need to take a shuttle to get there, as it’s just a short walk from the terminal.
  • Once you’ve sorted out your car hire in York, there are a few things to know about driving in the city and its surrounds. Certain districts in the centre of town have driving restrictions at particular times of day, which is the main thing to be aware of. This means you will have to use one of the six Park & Ride areas in the city. You can park here for free, and then take a bus into the city centre. That said, with the exception of these areas, York is one of the most accessible cities in the UK for drivers.
  • Like most other modern urban areas, York can get very congested during rush hours, with the busiest traffic patterns in Yorkshire. These are between 08:00 and 10:00, and again from 16:00 to 19:00. Traffic is normally gridlocked at these times, so we recommend visiting the centre outside of them. The most congested area is the Hopgrove roundabout connecting the A64 to the outer A1237 ring road. It doesn’t snow more than an average of a few days a year, so you won’t have to worry about poor weather conditions.
  • Book your rental car in York at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Luxury rental cars in York are around 18% more expensive than other car types, on average

FAQs about renting a car in York

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

    If you’re going to be spending a lot of time in central York, it's a good idea to hire a car that’s light on petrol and easily manoeuvrable in traffic, like a compact model or an economy car. If you prefer, you can hire a sedan, which will give more interior room. An MPV or SUV will also do you well, as long as it’s not too big. However, if you’re not intending to spend much time in the city itself, then you’re free to choose other models, like a larger 4x4, a luxury vehicle or even a convertible in summer when the weather is mild.

  • What’s the speed limit in York?

    Speed limits in York are consistent with those in most parts of the UK, with a 30mph speed limit in the built-up areas, but keep an eye out for specific sections where it is lowered to 20mph, such as near schools. The speed limit increases as you move further from the city centre. On single carriageways you can drive at 60mph, and once you’re on the dual carriageways or motorways, the limit is raised to 70mph.

  • Where are the best places to park in York?

    Parking in the centre of York is free, as long as you use one of the Park & Ride services, but given that you can’t drive into those parts of town, it’s the logical choice. There are over 15 other privately run public car parks that cost anywhere from £4 per day to just under £2 per half-hour.

  • How much is the price of fuel in York?

    The average price of fuel in York is AED 24.16 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between AED 290 and AED 386, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular car hire in York?

    Luxury (Volvo XC90 or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in York.

  • Which car rental companies are at Leeds/Bradford airport (LBA)?

    The only car rental company onsite at Leeds/Bradford airport is DRIVALIA.

  • How can I find car hires near me in York?

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

  • How much does a Luxury car hire cost in York?

    A Luxury car hire in York costs AED 476 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Full Size car hire cost in York?

    A Full Size car hire in York costs AED 558 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Mini car hire cost in York?

    A Mini car hire in York costs AED 153 per day, on average.

York 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.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

10.0

Best rated

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

3 locations in York

Show locations

Locations in York

15 Foss Island Road

+44 1904 623000

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

Leeman Road

+44 1904 658240

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday10:00 - 13:00

Monks Cross Dr

+44 190 469 1692

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

Filters

Reviews

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Oct 2024

Commercial

KAYAK
Friendly staff easy and enjoyable

10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Sep 2024

Economy

KAYAK
Rob, our agent was very kind and so helpful. He helped me, an American driver to be comfortable with the vehicle and the British rules of the road. We highly recommend him and this facility.

1 out of 1

Europcar

10.0

Wonderful

Read 1 review

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

2 locations in York

Show locations

Locations in York

Autohorn Fleet Services Ltd

+44 1904 557545

Opening times not available

Wigginton Road

+44 371 384 3458

Opening times not available

Filters

Reviews

10.0 Wonderful

Louise, Nov 2022

KAYAK
The personal service on pick up and drop off. The gentleman who did the practical hand over was the most helpful I’ve had in years of experience in hiring cars. Cheerful, helpful and just a pleasure.

1 out of 1

Arnold Clark

10.0

Wonderful

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

One location in York

Show locations

Locations in York

Unit 7 Great North Way

+44 190 452 9199

Opening times not available

Filters

No reviews available

Firefly

9.6

Wonderful

2 locations in York

Show locations

Locations in York

Leeman Road

Opening times not available

York City Office

+44 843 309 3082

Monday08:30 - 17:30
Tuesday08:30 - 17:30
Wednesday08:30 - 17:30
Thursday08:30 - 17:30
Friday08:30 - 17:30
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday10:00 - 13:00

Filters

No reviews available

National

8.5

Very Good

One location in York

Show locations

Locations in York

Leeman Road

+44 1904 658240

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday00:00 - 00:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

Filters

No reviews available

keddy by Europcar

7.9

Good

3 locations in York

Show locations

Locations in York

Autohorn Ltd The Engine Works

+44 844 846 0872

Opening times not available

Clear Car Leasing

Opening times not available

York Railway Station

+44 371 384 3458

Monday08:00 - 17:0016:30 - 23:59
Tuesday16:30 - 23:5908:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:0016:30 - 23:59
Thursday16:30 - 23:5908:00 - 17:00
Friday16:30 - 23:5908:00 - 17:00
Saturday13:30 - 23:5908:00 - 17:00
Sunday

Filters

No reviews available

Budget

7.4

Good

2 locations in York

Locations in York

3/7 Layerthorpe

+44 190 465 3503

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00

Leeman Rd 75

+44 190 464 4919

Opening times not available

Filters

No reviews available

Hertz

6.9

Okay

One location in York

Locations in York

Leeman Road

+44 843 309 3082

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00

Filters

No reviews available

Dollar

5.8

Fair

One location in York

Locations in York

Unit 2 Bentley Park

+44 1904 438844

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

Filters

No reviews available

Free2Move

No score available yet

One location in York

Locations in York

Centurion Park

+44 1904 696333

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 17:00

Filters

No reviews available

Shouqi

No score available yet

One location in York

Locations in York

AUTOHORN LTD Queen Street Adjacent to Long Stay Car Park

+44 371 384 3458

Opening times not available

Filters

No reviews available

Sunnycars

No score available yet

One location in York

Locations in York

Queen Street

Opening times not available

Filters

No reviews available

Thrifty

No score available yet

One location in York

Locations in York

Unit 2 Bentley Park

+44 1904 438844

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

Filters

No reviews available

4 travellers who rented a car in York gave the car agency they used an average rating of 7.3

Car hire locations in or near York

Good to know

Most popular car type

Luxury

When to book a car hire in York

Average daily price per month
Car hire prices as pick-up date approaches

York car hire information

Pick-up locationYork
Car types
Hire locations20
Airport locations0