Car hire in King's Cross, London

Although there are plenty of other car hire types to choose from, the most popular type for a trip to King's Cross are Compact sized cars. 26% of our users chose this vehicle type and found prices for £46/day on average.

The cheapest neighbourhoods to hire a car in London are Manor Park and North Woolwich. At the moment, DRIVALIA in Manor Park has an average hire price of £13 per day. In North Woolwich you can find a £16 per day average hire price from Budget.

2 days is the most popular length of time momondo users will rent a car for in King's Cross. Hiring a car for 2 days will cost £37/day on average. If you decide to stay and hire a car in King's Cross for 1 week then prices will be around £275, and many of our users tend to opt for weekend hires which cost £132 in total on average. If it’s a longer road trip you’re after, you can also hire a car for one month in King's Cross, at a total average cost of £1,603.

The best time to hire a car in King's Cross is during the month of March, when prices are at their cheapest for the year. If you book 7+ days ahead of your pick-up date, you will often find prices averaging £26 per day. The most expensive month to hire a car in King's Cross is July, at £49 per day. However, you might be able to find a better deal depending on what agency you hire from and what type of car you choose.

Prices for cars in King's Cross refresh daily.

As of May 2025, there are 14 operators available to choose from for cars in King's Cross.

Among different countries, including King's Cross, 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 rental company you're considering before booking.

To rent a car in King's Cross, all drivers must have a valid full driving license. If the license is written in a language other than the language of the country of rental, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're renting a car abroad, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We recommend that you verify with the specific rental company you're booking with.