Ipswich car hire

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Ipswich car hire information

Pick-up locationIpswich
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Hire locations17
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KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Ipswich

  • When visiting England’s rugged east coast, enjoy your stay to the fullest with car hire in Ipswich. See everything that this coastal town has to offer with your own vehicle that can take you from the famous café-lined waterfront to the picturesque greenery to be found around Suffolk. Having your own vehicle means you can even visit sites of interests nearby, such as Christchurch Mansion, or further afield, such as the Ipswich Transport Museum.
  • Ipswich is dominated by the majestic River Orwell, and you can find car hire locations on both sides of the water. For those coming by plane, the nearest airports are Southend SEN (39 miles away) and London Stansted STN (40 miles away), meaning you can get from Arrivals to Ipswich in just over an hour. Picking up and dropping off in the area is as easy as can be, and the handy location puts you close to the A14 road for journeys further afield around the UK.
  • In many ways, Ipswich is an ideal city for hire car drivers, as it is big enough to offer plenty of sites to see, while small and quiet enough to offer nice open roads for smooth and stress-free journeys. Driving alongside the marina is particularly enjoyable, but be aware that Ipswich’s city centre is implementing a number of one-way systems to help ease congestion, particularly during the week. Always remain alert to the growing community of avid cyclists that can be found around Ipswich as well.
  • The city centre suffers with congestion during commuting times, so be sure to only drive during rush hour (8:00–10:00 and 17:00–19:00) when it’s absolutely necessary. Also, as a coastal town, Ipswich suffers from extreme weather, including strong winds and heavy rain during the colder months. These should all be taken into account when planning your car hire in Ipswich.
  • Book your rental car in Ipswich at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Economy rental cars in Ipswich are around 38% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about renting a car in Ipswich

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Ipswich?

    The choice is truly yours with the huge variety of vehicles available from car hire companies in Ipswich. Economy vehicles are a popular choice for Ipswich car hire, offering an easy and cost-effective way of getting around the coast, however you may want something different depending on your needs. If travelling as part of a large group, perhaps a people carrier would be better suited, while business trips may call for premium vehicles instead.

  • What’s the speed limit in Ipswich?

    An increasing amount of urban areas and streets in residential villages are introducing 20mph speed limits, so be careful when heading into the more quiet areas with your Ipswich car hire. The area’s A-class and B-class roads generally follow national guidance on speed limits, so no surprises there, but be careful when travelling on the larger roads such as the nearby A14, which has been known for having both fixed and mobile speed cameras in use.

  • Where are the best places to park in Ipswich?

    As well as offering plenty of on-street parking, you can find car parks in Ipswich city centre for both short-term and long-term stays. These include Crown car park, which is the largest in the city and offers 536 spaces. Prices start at £1 and you pay for each hour you stay, with even cheaper rates offered during off-peak hours such as after 14:00 and after 20:00. Ipswich Borough Council is also introducing a number of cashless parking stations, meaning you can simply park up and pay via your smartphone to make things even easier when you want to find a spot for your vehicle.

  • How much is the price of fuel in Ipswich?

    The average price of fuel in Ipswich is RM 33.40 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between RM 401 and RM 534, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular car hire in Ipswich?

    Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Ipswich.

  • Which car hire agencies are at Heathrow airport (LHR)?

    Car rental companies onsite at Heathrow airport include GREEN MOTION, DRIVALIA, SURPRICE CAR RENTAL, Hertz, Budget, Europcar, keddy by Europcar, Sixt and Dollar.

  • Which car hire agencies are at Gatwick airport (LGW)?

    Car rental companies onsite at Gatwick airport include Hertz, Budget, Europcar, keddy by Europcar and Dollar.

  • Which car hire agencies are at Stansted airport (STN)?

    Car rental companies onsite at Stansted airport include GREEN MOTION, DRIVALIA, Alamo, Hertz, Budget, keddy by Europcar and National.

  • Which car rental companies will pick you up at Heathrow airport (LHR)?

    Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Heathrow airport to off-airport locations include GREEN MOTION, Alamo, Hertz, Budget, Europcar, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Sixt, Dollar, and National.

  • Which car rental companies will pick you up at Gatwick airport (LGW)?

    Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Gatwick airport to off-airport locations include GREEN MOTION, Alamo, Hertz, Budget, Europcar, keddy by Europcar, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Sixt, Dollar, and National.

  • Which car rental companies will pick you up at Stansted airport (STN)?

    Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Stansted airport to off-airport locations include GREEN MOTION, Alamo, Hertz, Budget, Europcar, keddy by Europcar, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Sixt, Dollar, and National.

  • How can I find car hires near me in Ipswich?

    Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.

  • How much does an Economy car rental cost in Ipswich?

    An Economy car rental in Ipswich costs RM 233 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Compact car rental cost in Ipswich?

    A Compact car rental in Ipswich costs RM 268 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Mini car hire cost in Ipswich?

    A Mini car hire in Ipswich costs RM 203 per day, on average.

Ipswich car rental reviews and directory

Europcar

2.0

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

4.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

2.0

Value for money

2.0

One location in Ipswich

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538 Woodbridge Road

+44 371 384 1065

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2.0 Poor

Oct 2023

KAYAK
30 hours to do a 15 minute tire fix caused a two day loss of use. I asked for a change in return location. 14 day to decide. Neve rent from Europar.

1 out of 1

Firefly

9.6

Wonderful

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One location in Ipswich

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549A Wherstead Road

+44 147 376 0262

Monday08:30 - 17:30
Tuesday08:30 - 17:30
Wednesday08:30 - 17:30
Thursday08:30 - 17:30
Friday08:30 - 17:30
Saturday08:30 - 17:30

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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.1

Very Good

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3 locations in Ipswich

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2 Cavendish Street

+44 1473 212358

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

Felixstowe Road

+44 1473 948394

Monday08:00 - 18:00
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Saturday09:00 - 12:00
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Whitehouse Ind Estate

+44 147 321 2358

Monday08:00 - 18:00
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Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00
Saturday09:00 - 12:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

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keddy by Europcar

7.6

Good

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One location in Ipswich

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538 Woodbridge Rd

+44 371 384 1065

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00
Saturday08:00 - 18:00

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Avis

7.5

Good

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One location in Ipswich

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Unit 2B, Ipswich Trade Centre

+44 344 544 6067

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00

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Budget

7.5

Good

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Unit 2b Ipswich Trade Centre

+44 344 544 7695

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00

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Sixt

7.3

Good

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Unit 10, Boss Hall Road

+44-8444993399

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Hertz

6.9

Okay

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2 locations in Ipswich

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21 Olympus Close

+44 1473 760262

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
Friday08:00 - 18:00

549 A Wherstead Road

+44 147 376 0262

Monday08:30 - 17:30
Tuesday08:30 - 17:30
Wednesday08:30 - 17:30
Thursday08:30 - 17:30
Friday08:30 - 17:30
Saturday08:30 - 17:30

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Routes Car & Truck Rentals

2.9

Poor

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One location in Ipswich

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538 Woodbridge Road,Ipswich

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Free2Move

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2 locations in Ipswich

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2 Augusta Close The Havens

+44 844 334 9173

Monday08:00 - 18:00
Tuesday08:00 - 18:00
Wednesday08:00 - 18:00
Thursday08:00 - 18:00
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Ransomes Europark

Monday08:30 - 17:30
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Wednesday08:30 - 17:30
Thursday08:30 - 17:30
Friday08:30 - 17:30
Saturday08:30 - 17:30
Sunday10:00 - 16:00

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Sunnycars

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2 locations in Ipswich

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21 Olympus Close, Olympus Court

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538 Woodbridge Road

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One traveller who rented a car in Ipswich gave the car agency they used an average rating of 7.4

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Economy

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