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Cheap Car Hire in Bristol from R363

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Bristol with a pick-up date of 22/8 and drop-off date of 29/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Bristol car hires in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Bristol. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 14 August 2026.

Most popular company

DRIVALIA

Price of petrol per litre

R34,75

Average price per day

R382

Cheapest price per day

R363
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Popular car types in Bristol

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Bristol and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 14 August 2026.
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At R363/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Bristol in the past week. Out of 29 car hire agencies operating in Bristol, there are, in total, 76 hire locations. View below for 4 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

R431+

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Compact

Compact

R455+

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Intermediate

Intermediate

R573+

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People carrier

People carrier

R986+

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Mini

Mini

R363+

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Passenger van

Passenger van

R856+

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Compact SUV

Compact SUV

R448+

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Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

R521+

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Best car hire deals found in Bristol

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hiredeals in Bristol. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Bristol with an average daily rate of R590. Data was last updated on 14 August 2026.
Volkswagen up!R363/day
Volkswagen up!
Found 08/12/26
Toyota AgyaR431/day
Toyota Agya
Found 08/12/26
Volkswagen T-ROCR448/day
Volkswagen T-ROC
Found 08/12/26

Cheapflights insights for Bristol car hires

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Bristol, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Bristol?

Book your car hire in Bristol 83 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around R566/day on average when booked 83 days ahead, which saves you 1 301% off the average price.

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What is the best car rental company in Bristol?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Bristol is National (rated 10.0/10). Avis (rated 8.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.

National
National
10.0
Avis
Avis
8.0
Europcar
Europcar
7.0
DRIVALIA
DRIVALIA
6.4

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Bristol?

Planning to hire a car in Bristol? January is the cheapest month, costing about R469 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of R792. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

R469

February

R582

March

R582

April

R743

May

R743

June

R646

July

R792

August

R760

September

R630

October

R646

November

R517

December

R711

What car do most people hire in Bristol?

Economy cars (Renault Clio or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Bristol. SUV cars (Volvo XC90 or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Compact cars (Class Compact Car or similar).

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Top rental agencies in Bristol

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Bristol known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Bristol. Reviews were last updated on 14 August 2026.

National

1 location
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Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

6,0

Avis

1 location
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Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,0

Pick-up/drop-off

8,0

Value

8,0

Europcar

7,0
Good
2 reviews•7 locations
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Cleanliness

9,0

Comfort

8,3

Overall

7,0

Pick-up/drop-off

6,6

Value

7,3

DRIVALIA

1 location
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Ace

1 location
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Easirent

5,5
Fair
4 reviews•1 location
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Overview

Cleanliness

6,2

Comfort

6,0

Overall

5,5

Pick-up/drop-off

5,7

Value

5,2

Routes Car & Truck Rentals

2 locations
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Am Prestige

1 location
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Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Bristol, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 14 August 2026.

  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Bristol?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under R382/day when booking a car hire in Bristol. The absolute best deal a user found was for R245/day from DRIVALIA , booked on Aug. 8.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Bristol for a week from DRIVALIA ?

    DRIVALIA is one of the top picks in Bristol. They can have you in a hire car for about R2 677 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Bristol?

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in Bristol for a month is certainly possible.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Bristol for a month?

    The monthly cost of a car hire in Bristol is R11 471 (R382/day) on average.

  • How much is a car hire in Bristol for a weekend?

    The average price for a weekend car hire in Bristol is R0. Hiring a Economy is your cheapest option if you’re looking to save money on your weekend car hire in Bristol. For the month of September, Cheapflights users have found hire cars in Bristol for as low as R0/day.

Car hires by fuel type in Bristol

Browse car hires by fuel type in Bristol. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Bristol. Deals were last updated on 14 August 2026.
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Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Bristol. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest (R31+).

Electric

Electric

R48+

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Hybrid

Hybrid

R31+

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Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

R46+

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