Car Hire

If you have a valid driving licence and want to hire a car for your Great West Way adventure, you’ll find plenty of car hire companies in just the places you’d expect- airports, larger train stations, cities and towns. Our suggested itineraries provide you with a great place to start journeying along the Great West Way where you can drop of your hire car at the other end. 

Some recognisable brands operating in the region are Avis, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Sixt and Hertz. You can arrange in advance to pick these up at any of the nearby airports. 

In England, the most important thing to remember is that we drive on the left! Also, many cars come with a manual gear stick - if you want an automatic you’ll need to make that clear when you book. 

It’s advisable to be aware of local driving regulations before you embark on your road trip, especially since you may be driving on narrow, wiggly country roads. Read the Highway Code, and also VisitBritain’s tips for driving in the UK.

For something extra special, consider hiring a classic car. Some much-adored, iconic choices include the Jaguar E-Type, the nippy MGB Convertible and the Austin-Healey. You can hire a classic car from Vintage Classics.