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Find lower rental car prices in Preston with Road Genius. Check live rates of SUVs, hatchbacks, minivans and reserve with no booking fees. Compare car hire in Preston city centre, Capitol Centre and Docklands for easy access to the M6, M55 and M61. See availability from major brands like Enterprise and Avis, filter for automatics, SUVs or vans and look out for weekend specials.
Preston offers multiple car rental options across different areas of the city.
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On average, car rentals in Preston cost around €42 per day, with the lowest-priced rentals available from €22 per day.
Compare pickup locations: City Centre is convenient, but Capitol Centre and Docklands/industrial areas often have lower rates, easier parking and quick M6/M61 access. Check Sunday opening hours and if a free local pickup is offered.
Shift your dates and times: Preston is busy with weekday business rentals. Weekend Fri–Mon deals are common. For peak periods like December shopping, uni term start or PNE match days, booking 2–3 weeks ahead helps secure better options.
Manual saves money: Manual cars are typically 15–20% cheaper than automatics. Pick the smallest car that fits your needs to cut costs.
Check nearby towns: Compare prices in Blackburn and Lancaster too, then weigh any taxi/train cost against the savings.
Preston has many places to park throughout the city, though the central area can be busy during weekdays.
Main Places to Park:
Market Hall Car Park - Convenient for shopping
Fishergate Shopping Centre - Retail car park that has height restrictions
Local Driving Rules:
Parking Tips:
Blackpool - M55
Lake District (Windermere) - M6, A591
Forest of Bowland - A59
Yorkshire Dales - A59, A65
Manchester - M61
Liverpool - M6, M58
Is Preston a good base for exploring the Northwest? Yes, Preston is a great spot to start from. Because it's so central and has great motorway access, you can easily drive to Lancashire, the Lake District and Manchester/Liverpool in about an hour.
What type of car is best for exploring from Preston? A standard compact or economy car will suit most people. If you're travelling as a family or heading to the countryside, a small SUV might be more comfortable and handle the country roads better.
Can I easily park in Preston city centre? Yes, you'll find plenty of car parks in the city centre, but they can fill up fast on weekdays. When it's busy or if you need to park all day, using the Park & Ride from the Capitol Centre is a good idea.
Are there any driving challenges specific to Preston? If you're new to the area, you might find the one-way system and bus lanes in the city centre a bit confusing. To avoid driving through the city centre, you can use the ring road to get around it.
What are the additional fees when renting in Preston? You can expect to pay some extra charges. These usually include a security deposit (around £200 for an economy car), fees for any extra drivers (about £10 a day) and an extra charge for drivers under 25.
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