Hiring a car in Bristol
SIXT branches in Bristol ⚑Three branches cover the city, including Bristol Airport and Bristol Temple Meads Station. A city-centre delivery service is also available for local pick-ups. | Tolls and charges around Bristol £Bristol's Clean Air Zone charges apply only to non-compliant vehicles; every SIXT rental meets the standard for zone entry. The Severn Bridge into Wales is now toll-free, and the M4 and M5 stay toll-free too. |
Parking tips in Bristol ⓅTrenchard Street Car Park, The Grove Car Park, and West End Long Stay Car Park cover the city centre and Harbourside. Expect narrow, occasionally steep streets in the historic districts nearby. | Day trips from Bristol ☀
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Car categories in Bristol ⚙Bristol bookings cover compact cars, economy cars, estates, SUVs, luxury cars, minibuses, vans, automatics, and electric cars. Minibuses are the most popular choice among our Bristol customers. | Add-ons for your Bristol trip ✚A sat-nav is worth adding in Bristol - city-centre congestion and controlled bus lanes are easier to navigate with live directions. Add it at booking or ask at the SIXT branch. |
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Car Hire Bristol
Bristol car hire is never far away when hiring with SIXT. Our convenient branches service Bristol airport and the main train station. You'll find a pleasing selection of quality cars no matter which type you choose – be it a compact model to simply get you from A to B on a busy schedule in Bristol, or a comfortable saloon that will allow you to explore the sights at your leisure. We cater to all visitors, from individuals to larger groups of people sharing a holiday. No matter why you're here, you'll always get first-class cars at affordable prices. Our customer service is always there to help as you'll be able to contact a SIXT support agent 24/7.
SIXT car rental services in Bristol
Our Bristol car hire options include a wide range of vehicles. We have economy cars and highly popular compact city runarounds. If you need more room, we have standard saloons and luxury models. Families and larger groups can take minibus models and MPVs. Those wanting something special can have a convertible or sports model. And if Bristol is the starting point for a rural excursion, you can hire a 4x4. To help you find your way around we offer sat nav as a bookable extra, as well as child seats. You choose your rental period, from a one-day rental to a long-term rental.
Explore Bristol with your hire car
- Make sure you take advantage of your hire car when in Bristol and drive out to Cheddar Gorge. This national nature reserve is breathtaking with its imposing cliffs, fascinating caves and museum of pre-history. It’s around a 19-mile drive from Bristol along the A38.
- Bristol is known as a food lovers' destination. Once you have picked up your hire car take a drive to find the best spots to satisfy your appetite. The food experience ranges from family-friendly dining, down to earth Sunday lunches and Michelin starred fine dining.
- If you want to experience the floating harbour in all its glory then park your hire car and hop on one of the many boats offering trips around the harbourside. Here you can experience themed cruises, tea trips up the Avon and experience the best of Bristol from the calm of the waters.
Summer in Bristol
Summer is the time to take advantage of Bristol's waterways. You can head to the old Bristol Harbour where there are many attractions, from exhibitions to an aquarium. You could go and look at Brunel's SS Great Britain, which was the first passenger ship ever built with an iron hull, in 1843. Then take a drive to Bristol Old City with its historic buildings and other interesting artefacts.
Bristol driving information
- If you are arriving at Bristol Airport, our branch is just a short shuttle ride away. From there it will take you around half an hour to drive into Bristol city centre on the A38.
- Bristol is one of the more congested cities in the UK so it is best to avoid driving in the city centre if possible during peak times.
- There is no congestion charge in Bristol but from 28th November 2022 a Clean Air Zone will be in operation covering large parts of the city centre. More in-depth information can be found on the Bristol City Council website.
- There are plenty of roads in Bristol where you are able to park for free, however in the city centre you will mostly find pay and display parking. Of course, there are also plenty of multi storey car parks in the city centre.
- If you want to get out of the city, there are plenty of places to visit within a short drive of Bristol. Bath is the nearest city to Bristol and can be reached in around 40 minutes on the A4. Stonehenge is just over 50 miles away and will take you about an hour and a half to drive there on the M4 and A360. If you stay on the M4 you can get to Oxford in around the same amount of time.
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Good to know when hiring in Bristol
Whether it’s a sat nav, child seat or an extra protection package we at SIXT want you to know we have you covered
We at SIXT understand a journey has two points so be sure to check if you can leave the car at another city while booking, or enquire after
If you’re a younger driver we offer car hire to as young as 21-year old, as long as they hold a valid licence for over one year