Car hires in Bournemouth, England

We recommend hiring an Economy car when visiting Bournemouth during the month of October. While an Economy car doesn’t handle ice and snow very well, it is an ideal car for mild temperatures and rain. In October, Bournemouth experiences temperatures averaging 8 °C and 80 mm of precipitation - ideal conditions for renting an Economy car. Hiring a Economy in Bournemouth will cost you $46/day on average.

Travellers who hire a car in Bournemouth should be aware that the city’s speed limit is 50 km/h. Suburban speed limits around Bournemouth are generally 100 km/h, whereas speed limits on motorways are 115 km/h. Keep in mind that speeds may change depending on what road you’re travelling on, so be on the lookout for posted signage.

If you’re interested in hiring the Vauxhall Crossland in Bournemouth, then Europcar is the most popular car hire company in the city that offers this vehicle (as well as other similar SUV hire). Vauxhall Crossland hire in Bournemouth from Europcar is $90 per day on average.

Typically, the weather in Bournemouth through the month of September is 14 °C and the expected precipitation is 50 mm. This is important information to know when hiring a car so you can be sure to rent the perfect car for the expected weather.

Those looking to hire a car in Bournemouth for a road trip to the surrounding areas, please know the weather in England during the month of September usually is around 14 °C with 55.3 mm of possible rain.

Prices for cars in Bournemouth were last updated today.

As of September 2025, there are 20 operators available to choose from for cars in Bournemouth.

Among different countries, including Bournemouth, the minimum age for drivers varies. In numerous EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. To hire a car overseas, you'll generally need to be at least 21, and if you're under 25, a young driver surcharge may be imposed. It's recommended that you review the policy of the hire company you're considering before booking.

When hiring a car in Bournemouth, all drivers must present a full valid driving license. An International Driving Permit is required if the driving license is written in a language different to that of the country of rental and may be necessary to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you are hiring abroad, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend checking with the individual hire company you are booking with.