Car rentals in York, England

The majority of the York car rental agencies that we partner with do not have a cancellation fee. This means that if your plans change unexpectedly, many car rental centres in York such as Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Europcar, and Alamo often offer cancellation free of charge based on when you booked.

With temperatures averaging 10 °C and precipitation usually 60 mm during September, you should consider renting a standard when travelling to York. A standard can handle the fluctuations in temperature and rainfall during the month of September and is a popular choice for travellers heading to York. Renting a Standard in York will cost you C$ 78/day on average.

The speed limit in York is 50 km/h, unless otherwise stated on road signs. York also has a suburban speed limit of 100 km/h which is strictly enforced. If you find yourself on a highway in York, be aware that the speed limit is generally 115 km/h.

At the moment, Enterprise Rent-A-Car has the Mercedes-Benz E-Class available for rent in York for C$ 146 per day on average. Keep in mind that availability for Mercedes-Benz E-Class rentals in York can change quickly.Enterprise Rent-A-Car also has other Luxury car rentals in York in case you change your mind about the Mercedes-Benz E-Class. For instance, the Nissan Juke is available in York from Enterprise Rent-A-Car.

During the month of August the average temperature in York is 16 °C and the expected precipitation is 60 mm. This information is useful for travellers looking for a car rental in York.

Those looking to rent a car in York for a road trip to the surrounding areas, please know the weather in England during the month of August usually is around 17 °C with 57.6 mm of possible rain.

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

There are 20 operators available for cars in York as of August 2025.

The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including York. 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 York, 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.