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Car hire Bournemouth

121CarHire.com Bournemouth is an independent car hire comparison site. Our system compares prices from well-known car hire companies. As a customer, you can always book your hire car through us at a competitive rate.

Popular rental locations in Bournemouth

The following rental locations are the most popular for renting a car in Bournemouth

Car hire Bournemouth Airport

Car rental offers in Bournemouth

Whether you're looking for a small rental car or a station wagon for the entire family, we will always have a suitable vehicle for the lowest price. Below are some examples from our selection in Bournemouth.

Car type
Mini
Economy
Compact
Intermediate
Full-size
SUV
Electric
Kia Picanto
Or similar
For example: Kia Picanto
Our best deals
  1. Hertz
    From £ 35 /day
Kia Picanto
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Kia Picanto
Our best deals
  1. Hertz
    From £ 41 /day
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Vauxhall Corsa
Or similar
For example: Vauxhall Corsa
Our best deals
  1. Hertz
    From £ 38 /day
Vauxhall Corsa
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Vauxhall Corsa
Our best deals
  1. Hertz
    From £ 44 /day
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Vauxhall Astra
Or similar
For example: Vauxhall Astra
Our best deals
  1. Hertz
    From £ 32 /day
Polestar 2
Or similar
For example: Polestar 2
Our best deals
  1. Hertz
    From £ 33 /day
Vauxhall Astra
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Vauxhall Astra
Our best deals
  1. Hertz
    From £ 36 /day
Kia Ceed
Or similar
For example: Kia Ceed
Our best deals
  1. Hertz
    From £ 57 /day
Kia Ceed
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Kia Ceed
Our best deals
  1. Hertz
    From £ 63 /day
Toyota C-HR
Or similar
For example: Toyota C-HR
Our best deals
  1. Hertz
    From £ 68 /day
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Skoda Octavia
Or similar
For example: Skoda Octavia
Our best deals
  1. Hertz
    From £ 48 /day
Skoda Octavia
Or similar
Worry Free
For example: Skoda Octavia
Our best deals
  1. Hertz
    From £ 54 /day
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Polestar 2
Or similar
For example: Polestar 2
Our best deals
  1. Hertz
    From £ 33 /day
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Toyota C-HR
Or similar
For example: Toyota C-HR
Our best deals
  1. Hertz
    From £ 68 /day
More rental cars? This is only a small selection of the rental options. Want to see more?
Polestar 2
Or similar
For example: Polestar 2
Our best deals
  1. Hertz
    From £ 33 /day
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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.

  • Enterprise

    8.6 (1948)
    No rates available

  • Budget

    8.5 (9698)
    No rates available

  • FireFly Car Rental

    8.5 (3847)
    No rates available

  • Hertz

    8.3 (6938)
    From £ 32 / day

  • Avis

    8.1 (6018)
    No rates available

  • Europcar

    8 (8198)
    No rates available

  • Alamo

    8.9 (8717)
    No rates available

  • Dollar Rent a Car

    7.9 (4389)
    No rates available

  • Thrifty

    8 (5528)
    No rates available

  • Keddy By Europcar

    8.3 (3403)
    No rates available
Customer experience
Good and reliable company for renting a car abroad
Easy website, easy phone contact when I had questions. Everything well-organized. Friendly staff. Have rented a car through this company several times and have always been very satisfied.

Recent reviews

Our customers rate us a 8.8/10 out of 1346

Cheap quick efficient and friendly

Very quick and efficient pick up and drop off. Car almoat brand new, well groomed, no hard sell of extra insurance and very friendly staff
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Carlyk119
London Heathrow Airport

Fair price, easy to collect and return, good car

We have collect the car from GreenMotion hollidayInn Heathrow, it was easy and fast, the price was the lowest among all rentals, the car was in perfect condition, and the drop-of prosses took no longer than 5 minutes. highly recomended service and rental.
N
Neveah1968
London Heathrow Airport

Very good service

We were dealt with quickly and respectfully both on pick up and return of the vehicle. Downside is the 30 min wait for the shuttle bus if you just miss one.
C
Cyprusty
London Stansted Airport

Best Car Hire

Got upgraded to really great car with good price offer. Surprised to find car had sat nav, reversing camera and parking sensors together with cruise control. Diesel fuel just made the experience a joyful one. Service was excellent with friendly staff.
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Rick23
London Gatwick Airport

Car Hire Heathrow

Good prices originaly drew me in but the customer service from the car rental company was superb. Nothing was too much trouble and they went out of there way to help. Collection and returns were excellent.
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barnacle4bill
London Heathrow Airport

Very friendly staff. Picked up promptly from the...

Very friendly staff. Picked up promptly from the airport and car hire only a couple of minutes from the airport. Website stated car fuel was 1/4 full and return 1/4 full. But this did not happen. I was told by easirent that I had to pay for 1/4 tank (they charged £20) and return empty. However the tank was not quite 1/4 full.
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Gogettraveller
Leeds Airport

We have used 121

We have used 121 car hire on numerous occasion and always found them to be extremely helpful. The vehicles are always excellent and the staff vey helpful. The service has improved as they are now based within the airport so avoiding having to travel to a pick-up and drop-off location by bus. The only criticism would be that the valentine of the vehicles is obvious carried out by untrained staff - the windows are often not thoroughly cleaned and the interior dashboard on one particular vehicles had obvious only been given a cursory wipe over as it looked greasy.
P
Patsycollns
London Stansted Airport

Car hire

Certainly use again and recommend to friends.Cars hired here and in the USA through 121 were good quality and easy.No complications and says exactly what it says "price you pay is the price you pay".Good friendly service all round
M
Morris45
Norwich Airport

A great deal all round!

We had a very smooth and efficient pickup. The price was excellent as was the vehicle. I also bought the online insurance as it was better value than buying at the counter - the only downside being that the insurance (in the event of a claim) would have had to be claimed back after payment had been settled up front.
K
Kira65
London Gatwick Airport

Competitive rates and quick confirmation.

The rates and choices were good. The pick-up was efficiently handled and the staff at all times were courteous and helpful. The car was well-presented and in good condition. My major problem was in not knowing the supplier BEFORE pressing the button to finalise the booking. I want to know which company will provide the car ahead of booking. I was totally confused by the title Interrent, there was no sign at the Rental office and it was only then that I learned that the supplier was Europcar. Why the mystery? Also I required a rental agreement that allowed me to pick-up and return a vehicle full of fuel. (Pick-up full, return empty is a con.) Luckily the helpful staff allowed me that choice though I suspect they could have refused. So, overall very happy, but I would like more information on the supplier before I commit.
R
RossiItalian84
London Luton Airport

Good price

Good price and customer service friendly and helpful
M
McCollum238
London Heathrow Airport

Never Again Interrent

I am sorry but I couldnt find anything good to say about the customer service at interrent,and when I think about my experience with them it makes me angry..from the moment I got off the plane to the time taken to hire the car was painful..i am surprised that the company INTERRENT is still in business if they treat evry customer the same way..thank you for the opportunity to review my experience car 121..
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cliver14
London Heathrow Airport

could improve

overall hire great,But the car given to us had damage to the side.This was not what i was expecting.Cars should not be sent out like this.
M
MrBrianMorley
Leeds Airport

Great service

Great service from beginning to end. No hassle, everything was straightforward with the booking process and the hire company. Nice thought of the hire company giving us an upgrade of the hire car, thank you, but we swapped back to an 'ordinary' car which we were very happy with. The staff, when picking up the car and dropping it off, were very pleasant, very friendly and very courteous. Will definitely use your company again when returning to the UK.
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CyprusLad
Manchester Airport

no rip off's

121 are brilliant, very easy booking on line, the pricece of their cars is very reasonable, no hidden extras like some car hire companies. a very good service.
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pipr
Liverpool Airport

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Car rental companies in and around Bournemouth

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Bournemouth

Available locations in Bournemouth:

Bournemouth Airport

Location information for Bournemouth

A 2007 survey named the seaside resort of Bournemouth as the United Kingdom's happiest community. Bournemouth residents and many visitors seek happiness in the city's relaxing spas, peaceful Bournemouth Gardens Pine Walk and over 11kms of calming coastline. Car rental in Bournemouth enables visitors to cruise along England's southern coast at their own leisure.

Transport

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Although Bournemouth has a small airport that handles more than 35 direct flights throughout Europe, most tourists enter Bournemouth by land. From cars and CrossCountry or SouthWest trains to brisk two and a half hour bus journeys from London, Car hire in Bournemouth can easily travel along the M27 and A31 roads.

Car Hire Bournemouth

Bournemouth Airport's Budget, Hertz, National and Alamo branches supply the most opportunities to compare car hire in the region. However, no matter where motorists obtain their rented vehicles, they should also ensure they receive reliable insurance and all relevant paperwork. Most companies will also supply local road maps upon request.

Driving

As long as visitors avoid entering Bournemouth in the middle of a sunny summer day during its high tourist season, they should encounter few driving difficulties. Arriving in Bournemouth in early evening or morning is the best way to avoid excessive traffic. Motorists should pay special attention when driving past Wessex Way's numerous speed cameras.

Things To See and Do

Visitors who grow bored of Bournemouth's beaches can drive east to the working class community of Boscombe, well known for its antique shops, or make the longer 30 minute journey to the upscale town of Christchurch. The Lighthouse Arts Centre is Poole's main attraction. Driving 30 minutes east of Bournemouth along the A31 will take motorists directly through the scenic New Forest.

Best Time To Visit

Summer is most definitely Bournemouth's high season, but spring is also a pleasant time of year with blossoming flowers and smaller crowds. Bournemouth enjoys one of the highest annual daytime temperatures (17°C) of any English community. However, like numerous other parts of England, Bournemouth can be prone to sudden rainfalls, especially during its damp and windy winters.

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
    Compact

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 121CarHire.com 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 121CarHire.com at this location?
  • Enterprise
  • Budget
  • FireFly Car Rental
  • Hertz
  • Avis
  • Europcar
  • Alamo
  • Dollar Rent a Car
  • Thrifty
  • Keddy By Europcar
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