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Bristol is a vibrant, cosmopolitan city located in the South West of England. The rich maritime history is present throughout the city and is best enjoyed in the form of a modern Harbourside full of bars, restaurants and cafes. 

Car Hire Bristol Airport: A guide to Bristol and the South West

The city of Bristol:
The city of Bristol is a cultural focal point with a range of interesting museums, including the Bristol M Shed, a museum exploring Bristol’s rich historical past. The city is also the perfect base to explore the surrounding areas of the South West. Easily accessible by hire car are a variety of lush green areas and nearby sandy beaches. 

Bristol Airport:
Bristol Airport is a busy airport serving Bristol, the South West and Wales. A range of domestic and international flights is available from the airport and it is possible to hire and pick up a car direct from the airport. Bristol airport is the ideal place to collect your hire car from, in order to begin exploring all that Bristol and the South West has to offer. 

Flying to Bristol from Ireland:
It is possible to fly direct to Bristol from Cork and Dublin and with a connecting flight from Donegal, Kerry and Knock. Popular airlines include KLM and Aer Lingus.

Top visitor attractions in Bristol:
  • Discover theatre at its best at the longest continuously running theatre in the UK: The Bristol Old Vic. 
  • The Bristol aquarium is fun for all the family, with a wonderful variety of sea-life on offer.
  • The Watershed is where you can enjoy independent film and digital media. 
  • Enjoy a walk around the city and find examples of Banksy’s, a world famous artist, earliest work
  • Wonder at the breath-taking architectural design of Brunel at the Clifton Suspension Bridge.
The South West:
Bristol is an ideal gateway to exploring the rest of the South West. Easily reached by hire car, here are some suggestions of how to make the most of your visit. 
 
  • Longleat Safari and Adventure Park is just an hour’s drive from Bristol and situated in the area of Warminster. It is the UK’s number 1 Safari Park with giraffe’s, lemurs and a range of incredible animals from Africa and Asia. 
  • Make a day trip to the stunning Jurassic coast, a world heritage site on the south coast of England and easily reached from Bristol.
  • The neighbouring town of Bath is known for its natural hot springs and stunning architecture.

Driving in Bristol International Airport - Need to know

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    Road Driving Side

  • 30mph

    Urban speed Limit

  • 60mph

    Rural Speed Limit

  • 70mph

    Motorway Speed Limit

  • GBP  1.12/Ltr

    Current Petrol Price

  • 80mg

    Drink Drive Limit

  • GBP £

    Currency

  • 21

    Min Rental Age

    17

    Min Driving Age

  • YES

    Tolls

Next Upcoming Holiday

  • Tuesday 30 Apr 2024

    Last day of Passover - Jewish holiday

Fuel Prices in UK

  • Price of petrol in UK in April

    € 1.27/Ltr

    ($ 1.56/Ltr | GBP 1.12/Ltr)
  • Price of diesel in UK in April

    € 1.32/Ltr

    ($ 1.62/Ltr | GBP 1.16/Ltr)

Cost to fill a rental car in UK in April

  Petrol Diesel
Economy € 50.80  ($ 62.21) | € 52.80  ($ 64.66)
Compact € 50.80  ($ 62.21) | € 52.80  ($ 64.66)
Full Size € 63.50  ($ 77.76) | € 66.00  ($ 80.82)
SUV € 76.20  ($ 93.31) | € 79.20  ($ 96.99)
Carrier € 88.90  ($ 108.86) | € 92.40  ($ 113.15)

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