Drivalia
Fiat 500
or similar
- 4 seats
- 2 bags
- Air conditioning
from $33/day
Car Rental in Nottingham
- Free cancellation on most offers
- 24/7 customer service
- No hidden fees
- Pay later on many offers
- 7rental companies
- 2pick-up points
- from $33 per day
- 8.8 top rated · Budget
A rental car here costs $82 a day on average, about $578 for a week. The most popular car class is Compact, at about $75 a day. Alamo is the cheapest for a small car, about $43 a day. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Aug 2026.
- In the terminal: 2 · Free shuttle bus: 1
- Free cancellation: 7 of 7
- Debit card accepted: 3 of 7
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Alamo
- National
- Sixt
- Avis
- +1
Where to pick up in Nottingham
| Pick-up point | Type | Suppliers | From / day | Average wait |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nottingham Airport East Midlands · 19 km | Airport | 6 | $33 | 19 min |
| Nottingham · 1 km | City office | 1 | $149 | 17 min |
Nearby, 28–40 km
| Pick-up point | Type | Suppliers | From / day | Average wait |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Melton Mowbray · 28 km | City office | 1 | $48 | 18 min |
| Worksop · 40 km | City office | 1 | $39 | 19 min |
Car rental prices in Nottingham by car type
| Class | Typical cars | Suppliers | From / day | Typical / day |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mini | Fiat 500, Toyota Aygo, Toyota Aygo X | 6 | $33 | |
| Economy | Opel Corsa, Honda Jazz, Peugeot 208 | 7 | $42 | |
| Compact | Mercedes A Class, Ford Focus, Nissan Juke | 6 | $44 | $58 |
| Intermediate | Skoda Octavia, Citroen C5, Kia Optima | 6 | $52 | |
| Standard | Opel Insignia | 2 | $101 | |
| Full size | Mercedes C Class | 2 | $113 | |
| Station wagon | Volvo V60 Estate | 1 | $92 | |
| SUV | Ford Kuga, Nissan Juke, Nissan Qashqai | 5 | $46 | $94 |
| 7-seat minivan | Peugeot 5008, Ford Galaxy | 5 | $70 | |
| Premium | Mercedes E Class, Volkswagen Arteon Automatic | 3 | $96 |
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
Drivalia
Drivalia
Volkswagen Up
or similar
- 4 seats
- 2 bags
- Air conditioning
from $33/day
Budget
Honda Jazz
or similar
- 5 seats
- 2 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $42/day
Alamo
Toyota Aygo
or similar
- 4 seats
- 2 bags
- Air conditioning
from $42/day
Alamo
Opel Corsa
or similar
- 4 seats
- 2 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $44/day
Alamo
Ford Focus
or similar
- 5 seats
- 3 bags
- Air conditioning
from $44/day
Avis
Peugeot 2008
or similar
- 5 seats
- 3 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $46/day
Drivalia
Volkswagen Polo
or similar
- 5 seats
- 2 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $55/day
Avis
Mercedes A Class
or similar
- 5 seats
- 3 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $56/day
Drivalia
Volkswagen Taigo
or similar
- 5 seats
- 3 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $62/day
Drivalia
Toyota Aygo X
or similar
- 4 seats
- 2 bags
- Air conditioning
from $76/day
Drivalia
Renault Clio
or similar
- 5 seats
- 2 bags
- Air conditioning
from $80/day
Drivalia
Nissan Juke
or similar
- 5 seats
- 3 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $101/day
Budget
Citroen C4
or similar
- 5 seats
- 3 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $113/day
Budget
Skoda Octavia
or similar
- 5 seats
- 4 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $52/day
Budget
Kia Sportage
or similar
- 5 seats
- 4 bags
- Air conditioning
from $55/day
Avis
Nissan Qashqai
or similar
- 5 seats
- 4 bags
- Air conditioning
from $57/day
Drivalia
Kia Optima
or similar
- 5 seats
- 4 bags
- Air conditioning
from $60/day
Drivalia
Citroen C5
or similar
- 5 seats
- 4 bags
- Air conditioning
from $87/day
Budget
Volvo V60 Estate
or similar
- 5 seats
- 5 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $92/day
Alamo
Opel Insignia
or similar
- 5 seats
- 4 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $101/day
National
Mercedes C Class
or similar
- 5 seats
- 4 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $113/day
Enterprise
Nissan Juke
or similar
- 5 seats
- 3 bags
- Air conditioning
from $46/day
Alamo
Nissan Qashqai
or similar
- 5 seats
- 4 bags
- Air conditioning
from $49/day
Drivalia
Kia Sportage
or similar
- 5 seats
- 4 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $83/day
Enterprise
Ford Kuga
or similar
- 5 seats
- 4 bags
- Air conditioning
from $106/day
Enterprise
Volvo XC60
or similar
- 5 seats
- 6 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $123/day
Enterprise
Volvo XC90
or similar
- 5 seats
- 6 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $138/day
Sixt
Volkswagen T-Cross
or similar
- 5 seats
- 2 bags
- Air conditioning
from $153/day
Alamo
Peugeot 5008
or similar
- 7 seats
- 1 bag
- Air conditioning
from $70/day
National
Ford Galaxy
or similar
- 7 seats
- 2 bags
- Air conditioning
from $114/day
Enterprise
Mercedes E Class
or similar
- 5 seats
- 3 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $96/day
Drivalia
Volkswagen Arteon Automatic
or similar
- 5 seats
- 3 bags
- Automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
from $96/day
Car rental companies in Nottingham
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
Budget
In the terminal
Mon–Fri 07:00–20:00 · Sat 07:00–15:00 · Sun 10:00–20:00
17 min wait
CDW included
Credit and debit cards
8.8
Excellent
5000+ reviews
from $39/day
Ratings, policies and office
Customer ratings
Value for money
8.5
Cleanliness
9.3
Service at the rental desk
9.0
Pick-up process
8.0
Drop-off process
9.2
Included in the price
- Collision damage waiver (CDW)
- Theft protection (TP)
- Third-party liability (TPL)
- Airport fee
- Breakdown assistance
- Taxes
- Deductible from $1 321
Policies
- Full to full
- Unlimited mileage
- Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
- Pre-registration available
Extras (paid at the desk)
GPS · Wi-Fi · Infant seat · Child seat
Office
Budget at Nottingham Airport East Midlands
East Midlands AirportCar Rntl Cr Pk Ambassador Rd, Arrivals Terminal Building, Derby, DE74 2SA
03305510943
Enterprise
19 min wait
CDW included
Credit card only
8.8
Excellent
2000+ reviews
from $46/day
Ratings, policies and office
Customer ratings
Value for money
8.4
Cleanliness
9.0
Service at the rental desk
9.0
Pick-up process
8.7
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 $2 312
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 Nottingham Airport East Midlands
East Midlands Airport, Castle Donington, DE74 2SA, ENG
01332-812828
Alamo
19 min wait
CDW included
Credit card only
8.8
Excellent
2000+ reviews
from $42/day
Ratings, policies and office
Customer ratings
Value for money
8.6
Cleanliness
9.1
Service at the rental desk
8.9
Pick-up process
8.6
Drop-off process
9.2
Included in the price
- Collision damage waiver (CDW)
- Theft protection (TP)
- Third-party liability (TPL)
- Airport fee
- Taxes
- Deductible from $1 981
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 · Child seat · Booster seat
Office
Alamo at Nottingham Airport East Midlands
Enterprise Rent A Car, East Midlands Airport, Castle Donington, DE74 2SA, ENG
01332-812828
National
19 min wait
CDW included
Credit card only
8.8
Excellent
500+ reviews
from $51/day
Ratings, policies and office
Customer ratings
Value for money
8.5
Cleanliness
9.0
Service at the rental desk
9.0
Pick-up process
8.7
Drop-off process
9.0
Included in the price
- Collision damage waiver (CDW)
- Theft protection (TP)
- Third-party liability (TPL)
- Airport fee
- Taxes
- Deductible from $1 981
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 Nottingham Airport East Midlands
Enterprise Rent A Car, East Midlands Airport, Castle Donington, DE74 2SA, ENG
01332-812828
Sixt
17 min wait
CDW included
Credit and debit cards
8.7
Excellent
5000+ reviews
from $149/day
Ratings, policies and office
Customer ratings
Value for money
8.2
Cleanliness
9.0
Service at the rental desk
8.9
Pick-up process
8.5
Drop-off process
8.9
Included in the price
- Collision damage waiver (CDW)
- Theft protection (TP)
- Third-party liability (TPL)
- Breakdown assistance
- Taxes
- Deductible from $2 114
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 in Nottingham
Carrington Street, Unit 6, Nottingham, NG2 3AQ
+442070188246
Avis
In the terminal
Mon–Fri 07:00–20:00 · Sat 07:00–15:00 · Sun 10:00–20:00
21 min wait
CDW included
Credit and debit cards
8.6
Excellent
2000+ reviews
from $46/day
Ratings, policies and office
Customer ratings
Value for money
8.3
Cleanliness
8.7
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 $1 981
Policies
- Full to full
- Unlimited mileage
- Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up
- Special discount
- Pre-registration available
Extras (paid at the desk)
GPS · Wi-Fi · Infant seat · Child seat
Office
Avis at Nottingham Airport East Midlands
East Midlands Airport Car Rental Park Ambassador Rd, Derby, DE74 2SA
03305510944
Drivalia
Free shuttle bus
18 min wait
CDW included
Credit card only
8.0
Very good
10000+ reviews
from $33/day
Ratings, policies and office
Customer ratings
Value for money
8.1
Cleanliness
7.8
Service at the rental desk
8.4
Pick-up process
7.6
Drop-off process
8.3
Included in the price
- Collision damage waiver (CDW)
- Theft protection (TP)
- Third-party liability (TPL)
- Airport fee
- Breakdown assistance
- Taxes
- Deductible from $1 981
Policies
- Same to same
- Limited 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
Drivalia at Nottingham Airport East Midlands
Regus - East Midlands Airport, Pegasus Business Park, Herald Way, Derby, DE74ZTZ
01332 408381 or 07467672149
Rental conditions in Nottingham
Based on 7 suppliers here and nearby. Data from the 12 months to Aug 2026.
| Driver age | Minimum age 25. Maximum age 75. |
|---|---|
| Debit card | Accepted by 3 of 7 suppliers: Budget, Sixt and Avis. |
| Credit card | Usually required, in the main driver's name. 4 of 7 suppliers list no debit option. |
| Mileage | Unlimited at 6 of 7 suppliers. Limited at Drivalia. |
| Fuel policy | Same to same (4 suppliers), Full to full (3 suppliers) |
| Transmission | Automatic 43%, manual 57%. |
| Cancellation | Free up to 48 hours before pick-up at 7 suppliers. |
| Insurance included | Theft protection (TP) (7 suppliers), Third-party liability (TPL) (7 suppliers), Collision damage waiver (CDW) (7 suppliers). Deductible: $1 321–$2 312. |
| Included in the price | Taxes, Airport fee, Breakdown assistance |
| Extras | Infant seat (7 suppliers), Child seat (7 suppliers), GPS (6 suppliers), Booster seat (5 suppliers), Wi-Fi (2 suppliers) |
| Special offers | Pre-registration available (5 suppliers), Special discount (2 suppliers) |
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Cities near Nottingham
- Mansfield 20 km
- Derby 22 km
- Newark on Trent 26 km
- Matlock 34 km
- Leicester 35 km
- Burton-on-Trent 37 km
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- Chesterfield 37 km
- Oakham 42 km
- England 48 km
Car rental in Nottingham: what to expect
Customers report an average wait at the desk from 17 min at Budget to 21 min at Avis.
43% of the cars offered here are automatic. Mileage is unlimited at 6 of 7 suppliers. The minimum driver age is 25. Most suppliers allow free cancellation up to 48 hours before pick-up.
Car rental in Nottingham: FAQ
How much does it cost to rent a car in Nottingham?
Car rental in Nottingham starts from $33 per day, and the average price is $82 per day. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Aug 2026. At the average daily rate, a rental costs about $248 for a 3-day weekend and $578 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 in Nottingham?
These are the car types people opened most often in searches on TREWL in Nottingham over the last 12 months, with their average daily prices:
- Compact: $75 per day
Which car rental companies are the most popular in Nottingham?
These are the rental companies people opened most often in searches on TREWL in Nottingham over the last 12 months:
- Avis
Which car rental company has the best reviews in Nottingham?
According to customer reviews, the highest-rated car rental companies in Nottingham are:
- Budget: rated 8.8/10 by 5000+ customers, average price $67 per day
- Enterprise: rated 8.8/10 by 2000+ customers, average price $83 per day
- Alamo: rated 8.8/10 by 2000+ customers
Which is the cheapest car rental company in Nottingham?
By the average daily price of a small car (mini, economy or compact), the cheapest rental companies in Nottingham are:
- Alamo: about $43 per day
- Enterprise: about $58 per day
- Drivalia: about $63 per day
Where do I pick up my rental car in Nottingham?
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: Budget and Avis
- Free shuttle bus to the rental office: Drivalia
Can I pick up a car in Nottingham 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 in Nottingham?
The minimum age to rent a car in Nottingham is usually 21, although some companies accept drivers from 18 and others 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.
Can I rent a car in Nottingham with a debit card?
Rental companies in Nottingham 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 in Nottingham: Budget, Sixt and Avis. The accepted cards are listed for each company on this page.
Which car rental companies in Nottingham offer unlimited mileage?
4 rental companies in Nottingham include unlimited mileage on all cars, among them Budget, Enterprise and National. Alamo and Sixt 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 in Nottingham?
The fuel policy is shown for each company on this page. The most common ones in Nottingham 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 Budget, Sixt and Avis.
- Same to same: you return the car with the same fuel level as at pick-up. Offered by Enterprise, Alamo, National and Drivalia.
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