Car hire in Paddington, London

Economy or similar cars are the most popular type of car to hire in Paddington, with 22% of our users choosing this type over other options. Hiring Economy cars in Paddington costs, on average, £57/day. Keep in mind that prices may fluctuate based on when you visit, what neighbourhood you stay in, and what agency you hire from.

If you’re looking to travel to London and save money on a car hire, then consider visiting Manor Park or St. Pancras. You will find that DRIVALIA has the most affordable car hire in Manor Park at £13/day. DRIVALIA has the cheapest car hire in St. Pancras at £17/day.

The majority of momondo users will hire a car in Paddington for 2 days at an average cost of £59 per day. Hiring for 1 week will cost a total of £417, while hiring for just the weekend will cost £249 in total. You can also hire a car for a month or longer if need be - according to our data, hiring a car for a month in Paddington costs, on average, £842 total.

The best time to hire a car in Paddington is during the month of June, when prices average £35 per day. The most expensive month to hire a car is in March, during which you will frequently find prices averaging £91 per day. Be sure to book your car hire around 12 days or more ahead of time for the best prices.

Prices for cars in Paddington are refreshed on a daily basis.

As of September 2025, there are 17 operators available to choose from for cars in Paddington.

The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including Paddington. In many EU countries drivers must be 18 years old. As a rule, you’ll need to be 21 to hire a car abroad, and a young driver surcharge may be applied if you are under 25. We recommend reading through the policy of your chosen rental company before booking.

When renting a car in Paddington, all drivers must present a full valid driving license. An International Driving Permit is required if the driving license is written in a language different to that of the country of rental and may be necessary to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you are renting abroad, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend checking with the individual rental company you are booking with.