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No offers from desks in Cambridge in the last 12 months. Nearest:

Where to pick up near Cambridge

Rental desks in Cambridge have had no offers in the last 12 months. The nearest with offers is London Airport Stansted, 36 km away.

Pick-up point Type Suppliers From / day Average wait
London Airport Stansted · 36 km Airport 13 $27 18 min
Peterborough · 48 km City office 2 $35 17 min
London Airport Luton · 49 km Airport 12 $41 18 min

Car rental prices near Cambridge by car type

Class Typical cars Suppliers From / day Typical / day
Mini Fiat 500, Toyota Aygo, Kia Picanto 12 $30 $47
Economy Opel Corsa, Renault Zoe, Citroen C3 14 $33 $53
Compact Ford Focus, Mercedes A Class, Volkswagen Golf 14 $35 $63
Intermediate Skoda Octavia, Kia Sportage, Mercedes CLA 11 $38 $63
Standard Opel Insignia, Alfa-Romeo Tonale, Mercedes GLB 7 $49 $86
Full size Mercedes C Class, Ford Mustang Mach-E, BMW 3 Series 6 $63 $84
Station wagon BMW 3 Series Estate, Mercedes CLA Estate, Volkswagen Passat Estate 7 $74 $116
SUV Nissan Qashqai, Nissan Juke, Volvo XC60 14 $46 $84
Minivan Ford Tourneo, Renault Trafic 2 $70
5-seat MPV BMW 2 Series Active Tourer, Mercedes GLA 2 $58
7-seat minivan Peugeot 5008, Ford Galaxy, Opel Zafira 9 $87 $129
9-seat van Ford Tourneo, Mercedes Vito, Renault Trafic 7 $148 $182
Luxury Mercedes EQE, Mercedes CLA, Mercedes E Class 3 $58
Premium Mercedes E Class, Mercedes C Class, BMW 3 Series 10 $74 $95
Cargo van Ford Transit Cargo Van, Citroen Relay, Ford Transit SWB Van 3 $44 $75

The from price is among the lowest prices seen. Half of the offers were cheaper than the typical price. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Aug 2026. Rental companies guarantee the car class, not the exact model. Live availability and prices are shown in search results. How we collect prices

Kia Picanto rental car near Cambridge Dollar

Kia Picanto

or similar

  • 4 seats
  • 2 bags
from $30/day
Fiat 500 rental car near Cambridge Europcar

Fiat 500

or similar

  • 4 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Air conditioning
from $31/day
Opel Corsa rental car near Cambridge Europcar

Opel Corsa

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Air conditioning
from $33/day
MG 3-Core rental car near Cambridge Avis

MG 3-Core

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $34/day
Vauxhall Corsa rental car near Cambridge Avis

Vauxhall Corsa

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Air conditioning
from $34/day
Nissan Juke rental car near Cambridge Budget

Nissan Juke

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Air conditioning
from $35/day
MG ZS rental car near Cambridge Avis

MG ZS

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $35/day
Mini Cooper rental car near Cambridge Sixt

Mini Cooper

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $37/day

Convertible car rental Cambridge

Car rental companies near Cambridge

Prices and conditions come from searches on TREWL and may have changed. Ratings come from CarTrawler customer reviews, as shown in searches up to Aug 2026. Live availability and prices are shown in search results. How we collect prices

Dollar

Free shuttle bus Daily 08:00–20:00 14 min wait CDW included Credit card only
9.1
Excellent 500+ reviews
from $30/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.9 Cleanliness 9.2 Service at the rental desk 9.3 Pick-up process 8.8 Drop-off process 9.3

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Taxes
  • Deductible from $1 513

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Unlimited mileage on selected cars
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Dollar at London Airport Stansted
Car Rental Village, Stansted Airport, Stansted-london Ap, CM24 1SJ
01279668400

National

Free shuttle bus Mon–Fri 07:00–22:00 · Sat–Sun 08:00–20:00 22 min wait CDW included Credit card only
8.9
Excellent 500+ reviews
from $52/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.6 Cleanliness 8.9 Service at the rental desk 9.0 Pick-up process 8.9 Drop-off process 9.1

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Airport fee
  • Taxes
  • Deductible from $1 440

Policies

  • Same to same
  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

National at London Airport Stansted
Car Rental Village, Coopers End Road, Stansted, CM24 1SJ, ENG
01279-211729

Europcar

Free shuttle bus Daily 06:00–23:59 17 min wait CDW included Credit and debit cards
8.8
Excellent 10000+ reviews
from $33/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.4 Cleanliness 9.1 Service at the rental desk 8.7 Pick-up process 8.7 Drop-off process 9.4

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Airport fee
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Environmental fee
  • Taxes
  • Deductible from $2 149

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Europcar at London Airport Stansted
Car Rental Village Coopers End Road, Coopers End Road, Stansted, CM24 1RJ
4403713843419

Sixt

Free shuttle bus Mon–Fri 07:00–23:00 · Sat 08:00–20:00 · Sun 08:00–22:00 19 min wait CDW included Credit and debit cards
8.7
Excellent 5000+ reviews
from $91/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.2 Cleanliness 9.2 Service at the rental desk 8.8 Pick-up process 8.4 Drop-off process 9.3

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Airport fee
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Taxes
  • Deductible from $2 095

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Unlimited mileage on selected cars
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
  • Pre-registration available

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Sixt at London Airport Stansted
Coopers End Road, Stansted Airport, Stansted, CM24 1SJ
+442070188246

Hertz

Free shuttle bus Daily 08:00–20:00 20 min wait CDW included Credit and debit cards
8.7
Excellent 5000+ reviews
from $40/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.4 Cleanliness 9.0 Service at the rental desk 8.7 Pick-up process 8.6 Drop-off process 8.8

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Airport fee
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Taxes
  • Deductible from $2 024

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
  • Pre-registration available

Extras (paid at the desk)

Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Hertz at London Airport Stansted
Car Rental Village, Stansted Airport, Stansted-london Ap, CM24 1SJ
01279668400

Alamo

Free shuttle bus Mon–Fri 07:00–22:00 · Sat–Sun 08:00–20:00 28 min wait CDW included Credit card only
8.7
Excellent 2000+ reviews
from $45/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.6 Cleanliness 8.6 Service at the rental desk 8.9 Pick-up process 8.5 Drop-off process 9.3

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Airport fee
  • Taxes
  • Deductible from $1 585

Policies

  • Same to same
  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
  • Pre-registration available

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Alamo at London Airport Stansted
Car Rental Village, Coopers End Road, Stansted, CM24 1SJ, ENG
01279-211729

Keddy BY Europcar

Free shuttle bus Daily 06:00–23:59 12 min wait CDW included Credit and debit cards
8.5
Excellent 2000+ reviews
from $72/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 7.8 Cleanliness 8.8 Service at the rental desk 8.5 Pick-up process 8.6 Drop-off process 8.9

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Airport fee
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Environmental fee
  • Taxes
  • Deductible from $2 226

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Unlimited mileage on selected cars
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Keddy BY Europcar at London Airport Stansted
Car Rental Village Coopers End Road, Coopers End Road, Stansted, CM24 1RJ
4403713843419

Goldcar

In the terminal Daily 08:00–21:59 15 min wait CDW included Credit and debit cards
8.5
Excellent 100+ reviews
from $41/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 7.6 Cleanliness 9.1 Service at the rental desk 9.1 Pick-up process 7.5 Drop-off process 9.5

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Taxes
  • Deductible from $2 299

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Limited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Goldcar at London Airport Luton
Car Hire Centre, Building 250 Luton Airport President Way, Luton Airport President Way, Luton, LU2 9LY
4403713843413

Enterprise

Free shuttle bus Mon–Fri 07:00–22:00 · Sat–Sun 08:00–20:00 12 min wait CDW included Credit card only
8.4
Excellent 2000+ reviews
from $48/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.2 Cleanliness 7.9 Service at the rental desk 8.9 Pick-up process 8.4 Drop-off process 8.8

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Airport fee
  • Taxes
  • Deductible from $1 321

Policies

  • Same to same
  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Enterprise at London Airport Stansted
Car Rental Village, Coopers End Road, Stansted, CM24 1SJ, ENG
01279-211729

Avis

Free shuttle bus Mon–Fri 07:00–18:00 · Sat 07:00–13:00 · Sun 12:00–18:00 10 min wait CDW included Credit and debit cards
8.1
Excellent 2000+ reviews
from $29/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.2 Cleanliness 8.1 Service at the rental desk 8.2 Pick-up process 7.9 Drop-off process 8.1

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Airport fee
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Taxes
  • Deductible from $1 892

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Wi-Fi · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Avis at London Airport Stansted
Stansted Airport Bus Stop 19 Holiday Inn, Thremhall Avenue, Stansted, CM24 1PY
03305510964

Green Motion

Free shuttle bus Daily 06:00–23:59 20 min wait CDW included Credit card only
8.1
Excellent 10000+ reviews
from $66/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 7.8 Cleanliness 8.5 Service at the rental desk 8.0 Pick-up process 7.8 Drop-off process 8.4

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Airport fee
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Taxes
  • Deductible from $257

Policies

  • Same to same
  • Unlimited mileage on selected cars
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
  • Pre-registration available

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Infant seat · Additional driver

Office

Green Motion at London Airport Stansted
Novotel London Stansted Hotel. Round Coppice Road, Stansted, London
+44 1279 210961 /+44 (0) 333 888 4000 option 1

Budget

In the terminal Mon–Fri 07:00–18:00 · Sat 07:00–13:00 · Sun 12:00–18:00 16 min wait CDW included Credit and debit cards
8.0
Very good 5000+ reviews
from $33/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 7.8 Cleanliness 8.0 Service at the rental desk 8.4 Pick-up process 7.9 Drop-off process 8.2

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Airport fee
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Taxes
  • Deductible from $1 892

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat · Wi-Fi

Office

Budget at London Airport Stansted
Holiday Inn Stn Holiday Inn, Thremhall Avenue, Stansted, CM24 1PY
03305510965

U-Save

Free shuttle bus Daily 06:00–23:59 16 min wait CDW included Credit card only
7.8
Very good 1000+ reviews
from $27/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 7.7 Cleanliness 8.2 Service at the rental desk 7.8 Pick-up process 7.5 Drop-off process 8.2

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Taxes
  • Deductible from $2 576

Policies

  • Same to same
  • Limited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
  • Pre-registration available

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Infant seat

Office

U-Save at London Airport Stansted
Novotel London Stansted Hotel, Round Coppice Road, London
01279 210961

Drivalia

Free shuttle bus Mon–Fri 07:00–22:59 · Sat–Sun 08:00–20:59 22 min wait CDW included Credit card only
7.5
Very good 10000+ reviews
from $35/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 7.3 Cleanliness 7.7 Service at the rental desk 7.5 Pick-up process 7.3 Drop-off process 7.8

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Airport fee
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Taxes
  • Deductible from $1 932

Policies

  • Same to same
  • Unlimited mileage on selected cars
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
  • Pre-registration available

Extras (paid at the desk)

Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat · GPS

Office

Drivalia at London Airport Stansted
Maple Parking Stansted, Thremhall Avenue, Stansted, CM22 7DG, CM24 1PY
+44 1279 215341

Rental conditions near Cambridge

Based on 14 suppliers here and nearby. Data from the 12 months to Aug 2026.

Driver age Minimum age 21. Drivers under 28 pay $23–$66 a day extra (Sixt, Drivalia and Hertz). Drivers aged 80 and over pay $92 a day extra.
Debit card Accepted by 7 of 14 suppliers: Europcar, Sixt, Hertz, Keddy BY Europcar, Goldcar, Avis and 1 more.
Credit card Usually required, in the main driver's name. 7 of 14 suppliers list no debit option.
Mileage Unlimited at 12 of 14 suppliers. Limited at Goldcar and U-Save.
Fuel policy Full to full (8 suppliers), Same to same (6 suppliers)
Transmission Automatic 57%, manual 43%.
Electric and hybrid Mazda MX-30, Volvo XC40, Nissan Leaf and Skoda Enyaq iV, from $38 a day.
Cancellation Free up to 48 hours before pick-up at 14 suppliers.
Insurance included Theft protection (TP) (14 suppliers), Collision damage waiver (CDW) (14 suppliers), Third-party liability (TPL) (13 suppliers). Deductible: $257–$2 576.
Included in the price Taxes, Airport fee, Breakdown assistance, Environmental fee
Extras Infant seat (14 suppliers), Child seat (12 suppliers), Booster seat (12 suppliers), GPS (12 suppliers), Wi-Fi (2 suppliers)
Special offers Pre-registration available (8 suppliers), Special discount (4 suppliers)

Driving in the UK: drive on the left. Driving rules

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Car rental near Cambridge: what to expect

Customers report an average wait at the desk from 10 min at Avis to 28 min at Alamo.

57% of the cars offered here are automatic. Mileage is unlimited at 12 of 14 suppliers. The minimum driver age is 21, and drivers under 28 pay from $23 a day extra. Most suppliers allow free cancellation up to 48 hours before pick-up.

People who search here most often live in the UK, Italy and Germany. A typical rental lasts 6 days.

Car rental near Cambridge: FAQ

How much does it cost to rent a car near Cambridge?
Car rental near Cambridge starts from $30 per day, and the average price is $115 per day. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Aug 2026. At the average daily rate, a rental costs about $345 for a 3-day weekend and $806 for a week. Rentals of a month or longer usually get a lower daily rate. The final price depends on the season, the car class, the rental company and how early you book.

What are the most popular types of rental cars near Cambridge?
These are the car types people opened most often in searches on TREWL near Cambridge over the last 12 months, with their average daily prices:
  • Economy: $74 per day
  • Compact: $80 per day
  • Mini: $67 per day
Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Aug 2026. Smaller cars are usually the cheapest, while SUVs, vans and premium cars cost more but offer extra space and comfort.

Which car rental companies are the most popular near Cambridge?
These are the rental companies people opened most often in searches on TREWL near Cambridge over the last 12 months:
  • Drivalia, average price $188 per day
  • Green Motion, average price $152 per day
  • Hertz, average price $81 per day
Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Aug 2026.

Which car rental company has the best reviews near Cambridge?
According to customer reviews, the highest-rated car rental companies near Cambridge are:
  • Dollar: rated 9.1/10 by 500+ customers
  • Enterprise: rated 9.0/10 by 2000+ customers, average price $114 per day
  • Budget: rated 9.0/10 by 5000+ customers, average price $102 per day
Ratings cover value for money, car cleanliness, desk service, and the pick-up and drop-off process. Ratings come from CarTrawler customer reviews, as shown in searches up to Aug 2026.

Which is the cheapest car rental company near Cambridge?
By the average daily price of a small car (mini, economy or compact), the cheapest rental companies near Cambridge are:
  • Dollar: about $31 per day
  • Keddy BY Europcar: about $43 per day
  • Goldcar: about $44 per day
Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Aug 2026. For the lowest price, book early, choose a smaller car and check the fuel policy and deposit before you pay.

Where do I pick up my rental car near Cambridge?
It depends on the rental company, and the pick-up type is shown for each company on this page.
  • Desk in or next to the terminal: Goldcar
  • Free shuttle bus to the rental office: Dollar, Enterprise and Budget
Your booking confirmation always includes the exact pick-up address and instructions.

Can I pick up a car near Cambridge and return it somewhere else?
Yes, one-way rentals are possible with many companies, but they usually charge a one-way fee, which is higher for longer distances or for drop-offs in another country. Enter a different drop-off location in the search form to see one-way prices with the fee included.

What is the minimum age to rent a car near Cambridge?
The lowest minimum age among rental companies near Cambridge is 21, and some companies require 23 or 25 for larger or premium cars. Drivers under 25 usually pay a daily young driver fee, and some companies limit younger drivers to smaller car classes. You also need to have held your driving license for at least one year. Age rules for young drivers near Cambridge:
  • Sixt: minimum age 21, young driver fee up to age 24
  • Hertz: minimum age 23, young driver fee up to age 24
  • Avis: minimum age 23, young driver fee up to age 24

Can I rent a car near Cambridge with a debit card?
Rental companies near Cambridge typically accept major credit cards such as Visa, Mastercard and American Express. The card must be in the main driver's name and have enough funds for the security deposit. Debit and prepaid cards are accepted only by some companies, sometimes with a higher deposit or extra checks. Companies that accept debit cards near Cambridge: Budget, Sixt, Hertz, Avis and Goldcar. The accepted cards are listed for each company on this page.

Which car rental companies near Cambridge offer unlimited mileage?
7 rental companies near Cambridge include unlimited mileage on all cars, among them Enterprise, Budget and Alamo. 4 more, among them Dollar, Sixt and Green Motion, offer it on some cars only. The mileage policy is shown in each offer before you book. With limited mileage, every kilometer or mile over the daily allowance is charged extra.

What fuel policy do rental companies use near Cambridge?
The fuel policy is shown for each company on this page. The most common ones near Cambridge are:
  • Full to full: you get the car with a full tank and return it full. This is usually the cheapest option because you only pay for the fuel you use at pump prices. Refuel near the drop-off point, or the company will charge for the missing fuel plus a service fee. Offered by Dollar, Budget, Sixt, Europcar, Keddy BY Europcar, Hertz, Avis and Goldcar.
  • Same to same: you return the car with the same fuel level as at pick-up. Offered by Enterprise, Alamo, National, Green Motion, Drivalia and U-Save.

Can I rent an electric or hybrid car near Cambridge?
Yes. Companies offering electric and hybrid cars near Cambridge include Keddy BY Europcar, Europcar and Enterprise. The cheapest is U-Save, from $42 per day. Hybrids need no charging. With a fully electric car, check the charging options along your route and the company's charging policy before you set off.

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