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Cheap car hire in Grays
KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Grays
- When you choose cheap car hire in Grays, you will have the freedom to enjoy this underrated town in Essex without relying on public transportation for your wider adventures. Based on the north bank of the River Thames, Grays offers plenty for visitors that are looking for a quiet getaway, or would like to be slightly out of the London hustle and bustle. Enjoy local activities such as the Grays Beach Riverside Park and the Aqua Park Lakeside, or take an hours’ drive to Windsor Castle. With London just 20 miles (32km) away and the M25 motorway at your disposal, you can enjoy a smooth trip into the big city without a hitch, anytime you feel like it.
- When considering Grays car hire, you will have a multitude of locations to find that perfect deal from. If you are arriving in Grays via plane, you may make use of Stansted Airport which is your closest London-serving airport. You can find a wide variety of agencies to pre-book car hire deals on such as keddy by Europcar, Hertz, Budget, Alamo, GREEN MOTION and others. Gatwick and Heathrow Airports are also just over 30 miles (48km) away from Grays, and have great car hire choices too.
- Driving your cheap car hire in Grays should provide a multitude of opportunities to get out an explore. The UK has very simple driving rules, starting with driving on the left. Grays has a similar infrastructure to most of the UK towns, with motorways on the outskirts leading into the town, larger arteries inside the town and many roundabouts. Stay under the blood alcohol limit of 0.08% blood when driving and wear your seat belts at all times. Disorderly conduct such as swearing at fellow drivers might get you fined, as much as sleeping in your car whilst tipsy is also an offence. Keep off your mobile phone and stick to the speed limit and driving in Grays will be a pleasure.
- You shouldn’t encounter many challenges when driving your car hire in Grays. Roads are in good condition and as long as there is no construction, there should be no reason for bad congestion. It is always sensible to hire a GPS to get congestion alerts if you are planning on using motorways and main roads, and one can be obtained from your car hire agency. If you don’t know the roundabout system, always remember to yield for traffic already in the circle coming from your right. Bad weather can cause rain and snow which leads to black ice and slippery roads so take heed of the wet London weather.
- Book your car hire in Grays at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Mini hire cars in Grays are around 122% more expensive than other car types, on average
FAQs about hiring a car in Grays
How much is the price of fuel in Grays?
The average price of fuel in Grays is R120,13 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between R1 441 and R1 922, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular car hire in Grays?
Mini (Volkswagen Sharan or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Grays.
Which car hire agencies are at Heathrow airport (LHR)?
Car hire companies onsite at Heathrow airport include SURPRICE CAR RENTAL, U-Save, GREEN MOTION, keddy by Europcar and Europcar.
Which car hire agencies are at Gatwick airport (LGW)?
Car hire companies onsite at Gatwick airport include U-Save and keddy by Europcar.
Which car hire agencies are at Stansted airport (STN)?
Car hire companies onsite at Stansted airport include DRIVALIA, GREEN MOTION, keddy by Europcar and Alamo.
Which car hire companies will pick you up at Heathrow airport (LHR)?
Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Heathrow airport to off-airport locations include GREEN MOTION, Alamo and Europcar.
Which car hire companies will pick you up at Gatwick airport (LGW)?
Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Gatwick airport to off-airport locations include GREEN MOTION, keddy by Europcar, Alamo and Europcar.
Which car hire companies will pick you up at Stansted airport (STN)?
Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Stansted airport to off-airport locations include GREEN MOTION, keddy by Europcar, Alamo and Europcar.
How can I find car hires near me in Grays?
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
How much does a Mini car hire cost in Grays?
A Mini car hire in Grays costs R2 557 per day, on average.
How much does an Intermediate car hire cost in Grays?
An Intermediate car hire in Grays costs R872 per day, on average.
How much does a Standard car hire cost in Grays?
A Standard car hire in Grays costs R2 230 per day, on average.
What type of car is recommended for driving in Grays?
Car hire choice in Grays will be completely personal, with itinerary and budget being the driving factors. With roads in really good condition, you can handle the terrain easily with everything from a small economy car to a large SUV. When thinking about budget, consider the fuel savings of a small car. If you plan to venture into any off-roading or mountain trails in the UK, an SUV will be your travelling ally.
What is the speed limit in Grays?
When driving in the UK, you will find speed limits are a serious road rule that should not be taken lightly. Cameras on motorways and speed traps are quite prevalent. However, the speed limits are quite standard at 30 mph (48 km/h) on inner, urbanised roads, 60 mph (97 km/h) for main roads outside urban areas and 70 mph (113 km/h) on dual carriageways, highways and motorways.
Where are the best places to park in Grays?
Parking in Grays will not be an issue with street parking being available both in free and paid-for appropriately marked areas. Many streets have uncovered, smaller parking lots that are easily found by their naming, such as the Crown Road Car Park, Argent Street Car Park, Cromwell Road Car Park, Darnley Road Car Park and Thames Road Car Park. It’s always worth leaving your car hire somewhere safe. Avoid parking dangerously on the streets as a bump on your car hire will be an insurance pain that could ruin your holiday.
Grays car rental reviews and directory All ratings and reviews are collected from KAYAK users with a verified car hire booking. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Firefly
9,6
Wonderful
4 locations in Grays
Locations in Grays
Ebbsfleet International Station, International Way
+44 198 767 8215
Headley Avenue
+44 170 830 0185
Watling Street
+44 147 477 0048
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Enterprise Rent-A-Car
8,0
Very Good
One location in Grays
Locations in Grays
436 London Road
+44 1375 470552
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No reviews available
keddy by Europcar
7,9
Good
One location in Grays
Locations in Grays
International Way
+44 371 384 9949
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No reviews available
Hertz
7,0
Good
2 locations in Grays
Locations in Grays
Ebbsfleet International Station, International Way
+44 1987 678215
Headley Avenue
+44 1708 300185
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No reviews available
Free2Move
No score available yet
2 locations in Grays
Locations in Grays
Lakeside Autopark
+44 1708 681800
Overcliffe
+44 1474 559278
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Car hire locations in or near Grays
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Most popular car type | Mini |
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Grays car hire information
| Pick-up location | Grays |
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| Hire locations | 1 |
| Airport locations | 0 |