Car rental at the London Gatwick Airport

Car hire at London Gatwick Airport

London-Gatwick International Airport (LGW) is the second largest passenger airport in Great Britain and is located about 48 km south of the British capital London in West Sussex. The airport is well connected, from here you will soon be in London or in the southern regions of England - so it is worthwhile to book a rental car at London Gatwick Airport. A rental car offers a lot of comfort and flexibility. Choose from a wide range of car hire companies and find the perfect rental car for you. With Driveboo you can easily compare local car rental companies and request the matching model right away - conveniently from home to start right away.

Car hire companies at London Gatwick Airport

In London-Gatwick you can choose between many well-known car rental companies and book your dream car:

• Advice
• Enterprise
• Europcar
• Alamo
• Nation
• Hertz
• Budget
• Sixt

You don't know which car rental companies are right for you? With the price comparison at Driveboo you can compare the different models and contract modalities directly and get a good overview.

What to consider when renting a car at London airport?

Renting a car is a great way to be flexible, independent and mobile on the spot. So that everything runs smoothly when you rent a car and communication with the car rental company runs smoothly, there is a lot to consider.

The valid insurance conditions should have been clarified in advance. If possible, choose a fully comprehensive insurance policy without excess and have a look at the benefits included. Supplementary insurance such as underbody insurance can be worthwhile. If a second driver is to be registered or if equipment such as a navigation device or child seat is required, this should be reserved in advance - possibly additional costs may be incurred. A deposit is usual, most providers require the credit card data as a guarantee or charge the driver's credit card with a certain amount, which will be refunded after the return of the rental car. When handing over the car, pay attention to any existing damage such as scratches. Document these together with the landlord and familiarize yourself with the car - so you won't be taken by surprise at a later date and can take off without knowing what to do.

Where can I find petrol stations at London-Gatwick Airport?

Often the contract stipulates that the rental car must be returned with a full tank of fuel. Both the northern and southern terminals have gas stations that are open 24 hours a day. The Airport Way has a Shell, Esso, BP and Texaco petrol station. When handing over the petrol station, check which tank regulations apply and remember the location of the nearest petrol station. The cheapest way to refuel is at the big supermarkets, highway service stations and petrol stations in the country are usually a little more expensive.

Car hire London Gatwick- Traffic Rules in England

In England there is left-hand traffic, which is something you have to get used to as foreign driver. Particularly at crossroads, care must be taken not to automatically fall back into old habits.  British motorways are marked and numbered with an "M", expressways are "A Roads" are mostly expressways,"B Roads" are smaller side roads. The use of the B Roads is worthwhile if you want to see some landscape and arrive relaxed and calm.

Speed limits with the rental car in the United Kingdom

Hire a car at Gatwick Airport - Discover London

The metropolis London is located about 48 km north of Gatwicks airport and can be reached quickly by rental car. London offers countless entertainment opportunities and is one of the most visited cities in the world. Avoid the rush hour when you travel to London - at peak hours the traffic can be very intense and hinder your progress. Park your rental car right on the outskirts of the city and visit London's sights such as Buckingham Palace, Tower, Big Ben or the London Eye.

London stands for culture and numerous museums such as the British Museum or the National Gallery with their impressive collections. Shopping fans will also get their money's worth in London. Whether in the department stores and brand shops on Oxford Street or in the many alternative neighborhoods such as Notting Hill or Shoreditch - everyone will find what they are looking for. Afterwards, Hyde Park invites you to stroll and relax and offers a welcome change from the hustle and bustle of the city. They get good food in many excellent restaurants with food from all over the world as well as at the countless street food markets like in Camden or at the Borough Market.