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Car hire Bournemouth

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Car hire Bournemouth

EasyTerra Car Hire Bournemouth is an independent car hire comparison site. Our system compares prices from well-known car hire companies so as a customer you can always book your hire car through us at a competitive rate.

Car rental companies in Bournemouth

Below are the car rental companies in Bournemouth with the best ratings. Compare all ratings and prices of these rental companies in one search.

  • Budget

    8.6 (10277)
    No rates available

  • FireFly Car Rental

    8.3 (3993)
    No rates available

  • Europcar

    8.2 (8821)
    No rates available

  • Enterprise

    8.1 (2114)
    No rates available

  • Avis

    7.9 (6537)
    No rates available

  • Hertz

    7.8 (7538)
    No rates available

  • Alamo

    8.8 (9357)
    No rates available

  • Dollar Rent a Car

    7.9 (4674)
    No rates available

  • Keddy By Europcar

    8.2 (3886)
    No rates available

Useful tips for a well-prepared trip

Which insurance should I choose, and what's the deal with the deposit? Read our articles with useful information and tips to ensure you choose the right rental car for you.

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Insurance and excess

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Car rental without the hassle thanks to Worry-Free

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Why do you pay a deposit for a rental car?

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Recent reviews

Our customers rate us a 8.8/10 out of 2211

Great as always

Great as always
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SEAN GRIFFIN
Sixt Bristol Airport

Easy as usual and use

Easy as usual and use again
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ALAN DAVIS
Europcar Newcastle Airport

Offers a great service.

Offers a great service.
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GRANT SPILLER
Alamo London Heathrow Airport

Very straightforward.

Very straightforward.
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URSULA MACPHERSON
Europcar Manchester Airport

Excellent- great website and information

Excellent- great website and information. Should maybe mention some suppliers will ask for TWO payment cards when renting luxury cars.
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Simon Beale
Avis London Heathrow Airport

Everything went well with the

Everything went well with the online reservation.
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PAUL STENING
Europcar 70 76 Newland

If it is true easy

If it is true easy terra doesn't supply the car rentals with the flight number this is disappointing, but I don't believe this is the case.
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Miguel Sousa
Alamo Bristol Airport

No issues with EasyTerra.

No issues with EasyTerra.
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ANDREW PHILLIPS
Europcar Manchester Airport

Very easy to use website

Very easy to use website, great communication. Keen prices. What more would you want!
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SIOBHAN LAWLESS
Europcar London Luton Airport

Easy, quick and good paperwork

Easy, quick and good paperwork
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PAUL SKIPPEN
Sixt London - St Pancras Train Station

Great service but no cancellation

Great service but no cancellation policy.
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PETER RINGROSE
Green Motion London Stansted Airport

2 lovely friendly guys, nothing

2 lovely friendly guys, nothing was too much trouble
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RICHIE WILSON
Europcar Newcastle Train Station

All good and a fair

All good and a fair price.
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STEPHEN ROWLES
Keddy By Europcar London Gatwick Airport

Everything was great

Everything was great
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KAREN ANNE WHITTAKER
Europcar London Stansted Airport

Very good, I think. I

Very good, I think. I was abit unsure about the terms of the insurance that I took out. They took a lot of reading.
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RICHARD BOOKER
Green Motion Manchester Airport

Car rental companies in and around Bournemouth

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Bournemouth

EasyTerra Car Hire Bournemouth compares prices of car hire companies at the following locations:

Bournemouth Airport

Location information for Bournemouth

Introduction

Bournemouth is a popular seaside resort, attracting hordes of British on summer days. Not surprisingly since the city has a wonderful climate and a beautiful sandy beach of no less than nine kilometers long.

Population

Bournemouth has almost 170,000 inhabitants.

Location

The city is located on England's south coast, 170 kilometers southwest of the British capital London. Bournemouth's center (The Square) isn't situated right on the sea, but somewhat inland.

Economy

Obviously tourism forms an important pillar of local economy, but it's definitely not the only source of income for the city. Exhibitions and conferences are held at the Bournemouth International Centre which also houses a concert hall. In addition some financial service providers have their seat in Bournemouth, including the European headquarters of JP Morgan Chase and large insurance companies like Liverpool Victoria, Lloyds and RIAS.

Airports

Bournemouth Airport is situated 5 kilometers northeast of the city. It's easily reachable by rental car. From Bournemouth you take the A338 and next the B3073 (Parley Lane). The way to the airport is clearly signposted.

Public Transport

Bournemouth has excellent public transport in the form of buses. The buses are exploited by two companies: Yellow Buses and Wilts & Dorset. Taxis in Bournemouth are cheap. There are also train connections with other places in England, including London.

Traffic and parking

On hot days it gets extremely busy in and around Bournemouth. On the main access road people then get stuck in traffic for hours. Compared to rates in the rest of England, parking is dirt cheap. The city council prefers for you to park your rental car in one of the 18 parking garages in the city. Their locations are signposted.

Hotels

Bournemouth is one of the main seaside resorts on the English south coast and so there's no shortage of accommodation, both for budget travelers and those keen on luxury. We do recommend booking your hotel room well in advance if you want to stay in Bournemouth during summer months.

External Sources

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Important up-to-date information for renting a car in Bournemouth

🚙 Number of rental agencies 9
⭐ Most popular car rental agency Hertz
🏆 Best rated car rental agency Budget

Practical information

  • Currency
    British pound
  • Driving direction
    Left
  • City speed limit
    48 km/h
  • Freeway speed limit
    96 km/h
  • Language
    English
  • Popular car category
    Mini

What most people want to know

The following questions and answers are a selection of the most popular questions. If you do not find the answer to your question, have a look at the Frequently Asked Questions page or contact us.

Is EasyTerra Car Hire the cheapest?

Yes, we offer a guarantee of the lowest price - because we compare various retailers, we can always offer you the best price in town.

 What do I need to do when picking up a car?

To pick up your car, you will need your voucher, passport, driver's license and a credit card. It is very important that your driver's license and credit card are in the same name as the main driver. Keep in mind that the local rental company will reserve a certain amount on your credit card as a deposit. This requires the PIN code for your credit card. If your driver's license is foreign (for example, in Chinese), you must bring a translation with you. Only your original passport and driver's license will be accepted - a copy is not sufficient.

 Are there any additional costs?

In general, our rates are all-inclusive. Should there be any additional costs, our booking department will get in touch with you before issuing the invoice. Should you object, you can always cancel your reservation with no obligations attached (at least 48 hours in advance).

What kind of insurance is applicable to my car rental?

In general, Liability Insurance, Fire Insurance, All-Risks Insurance and Theft Insurance are included in the cost of your rental car.

 What is a worry-free label?

Only rental companies with a high level of customer satisfaction are eligible to be included in our Worry-Free selection. This rate includes excess cover and unlimited kilometres. Your vehicle will be provided and must be returned with a full tank of fuel. With a vehicle from our Worry-Free selection, you can travel with peace of mind and no hidden costs.

 How can I change or cancel my reservation?

You can cancel your reservation through "My Account". We recommend contacting us by phone if your changes to your booking or cancellation takes place at short notice (48 hours or less).

 When will I get a confirmation of my booking?

Most reservations will receive confirmation within minutes after payment takes place. We recommend contacting our Booking Department for last minute reservations (pick-up within 48 hours).

 Which car rental companies are compared by EasyTerra Car Hire at this location?
  • Budget
  • FireFly Car Rental
  • Europcar
  • Enterprise
  • Avis
  • Hertz
  • Alamo
  • Dollar Rent a Car
  • Keddy By Europcar
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