Car Hire - Bristol Airport (BRS)

Bristol Airport (BRS)

Location Details

Bristol International Airport
BRISTOL INTERNATIONAL APT
Bristol, ENG, GB, BS48 3DP

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Directions from Terminal

YOU MAY BOARD ANY CAR PARK SHUTTLE BUS AND ASK TO BE DROPPED AT THE STAFF CAR PARK-ENTERPRISE. ALL SHUTTLE BUSES FIRST STOP HERE. FROM THE ARRIVALS HALL EXIT THE MAIN TERMINAL, TURN RIGHT AND CONTINUE ALONG THE FRONT OF THE BUILDING. OUR LOCATION IS AT THE END OF THE ROAD, APPROXIMATELY A FIVE MINUTE WALK FROM THE MAIN TERMINAL BUILDING. WHEN ENTERING THE AIRPORT BY ROAD TAKE A LEFT AT THE FIRST ROUNDABOUT. WE ARE LOCATED ON THE LEFT, NEXT TO THE OLD TERMINAL BUILDING AND BEFORE THE MAIN TERMINAL BUILDING.

Hiring a car at Bristol Airport (BRS)

A travel hub for South West England, Bristol Airport is located around seven miles from the city centre, near Lulsgate Bottom in North Somerset. This commercial airport is popular for domestic and international departures with a number of leading airlines. Easily reached via the A38 Bridgewater Road, the Enterprise Rent-A-Car Bristol Airport branch is conveniently located just a few steps from the main terminal building, helping to ensure a smooth start to your holiday.

The gateway to the beautiful West Country, Bristol has an enterprising and maritime history. In the centre, see the impressive Clifton Suspension Bridge over the Avon Gorge, visit the restored wooden S.S. Great Britain or marvel at the exotic and tropical marine displays in Bristol Aquarium, situated near the harbour. Alternatively, The Hippodrome hosts shows and musicals, with occasional performances by London touring companies.

Other local attractions include Bristol Zoo, the Cheddar Gorge or the resort town of Weston-super-Mare, with donkey rides on the beach, a grand pier and the nearby Mendip Hills. With a designated driver, why not visit a local cider factory – or see some gorgeous countryside and venture a little further to Wookey Hole, a fascinating cave system near Wells in Somerset? The Cardiff Millennium Stadium is only 15 miles away over the Severn Bridge; beautiful Monmouth is also nearby. Alternatively, head towards Gloucester and the charming Cotswold Hills to visit Berkeley Castle, which dates back to 1154.

Cheap Car Rental at Bristol Airport

Travellers flying into Bristol Airport will find their car hire transaction straightforward and simple after a long flight. Enterprise customer service staff will be delighted to complete the minimal paperwork as quickly as possible. Save money on prepaid hire with super rental rates for drivers who book in advance online. Customers can rely on clean, freshly prepared cars and an excellent choice of modern, fuel-efficient vehicles to get around the West Country with ease.

One-Way Car Hire

There are various reasons why a one-way vehicle hire may suit travelling plans: to save time, to leave the itinerary flexible or to catch a flight back from a different airport. For drivers who are planning to travel one way within the UK, Enterprise can help with one-way rentals at competitive rates from Bristol Airport to most depots covering Britain. Select from the most modern and reliable rental cars available, from compact to economy and full-size saloons and people carriers.

A Wide Range of Vehicles to Hire

At Bristol Airport, Enterprise offers car rental customers a wide choice of vehicles to suit different needs. For drivers with little luggage, a compact car offers easy parking, while class-A minis are ideal for nipping around town. To venture further or explore the South West, a larger compact or mid-range option is more convenient. Alternatively, families and small groups that need to transport luggage may wish to opt for one of the people carriers to make travel as comfortable as possible.

Driving Information in Bristol Airport

Motorways and main roads in the Bristol area are especially busy during bank holiday weekends and on Saturdays during the summer months, as travellers head to the South West. The A361 and the A303 may be prone to congestion, so avoid these routes, as well as the M4, M5 and M32 motorways at peak periods. Bristol Temple Meads station is situated in the centre of the city, while Bristol Parkway mainline station lies to the north, near the University of the West of England. In Bristol, there are three Park and Ride sites for motorists’ use, at Shirehampton Portway, Long Ashton and Brislington, with regular connecting buses to the city centre.

Rental Policies

Additional Drivers - There is an additional charge of 10 GBP per day for each Additional Authorised Driver.

PLEASE PARK IN AN ENTERPRISE BAY IN THE ASSIGNED CAR PARK. - PLEASE LOCK CAR DOORS AND THEN PLACE KEYS IN THE 24 HOUR DROP BOX, LOCATED DIRECTLY IN THE BUILDING. - THE RENTERS RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE CONDITION OF THE VEHICLE ENDS ONCE AN ENTERPRISE RENT-A-CAR EMPLOYEE INSPECTS THE VEHICLE THE NEXT BUSINESS DAY.

AGE - All drivers must be a minimum of 25 years old. Only drivers over 30 years old may rent Full-Size MPVS, Premiums, or Four-Wheel Drives.

For vehicles travelling to the Republic of Ireland, there is an additional charge of 75 GBP per rental. Please call the branch in advance. Vehicles may not travel outside the U.K. and Ireland.

Damage waiver is included in the price of the rental, subject to the terms and conditions of the rental agreement. Damage waiver reduces the amount you are responsible for in the event of damage to and or theft of the vehicle. The excess varies depending on vehicle size. The excess amounts applicable with damage waiver are- all cars equal 700 GBP, Mini MPVs, MPVs and all vans equal 850 GBP. All premiums and 4x4s equal 1100 GBP. In Northern Ireland the excess amount for vans is 1100.00 GBP.

All rentals where the vehicle is not returned to the same location as it was rented from will be subject to a one-way fee of up to £150. One-way rentals are allowed within all the UK, including Northern Ireland.

In the event of damage and or theft, an excess is applicable which varies depending on vehicle type and location. Excess Protection will cover up to 900.00 GBP of any damage, subject to terms and conditions of the rental agreement. The customer can reduce or eliminate possible financial exposure caused by loss or damage to the rental vehicle. The following excess amounts apply, all cars 1000.00 GBP, MINI MPVs, MPVs 1150.00 GBP, commercial vehicles 1150.00 GBP, commercial vehicles in Northern Ireland 1400 GBP, premiums and 4x4s 1400.00 GBP. Excess protection is an optional coverage that allows the renter to reduce the excess responsibility by 900 GBP. The price of EP varies by vehicle size and the prices are inclusive of VAT - premium location fee applies to airports - all vehicles except commercials - 11.99 GBP per day, Small Commercial Van - 14.99 GBP per day and all other Commercial Vans - 19.99 GBP per day.

Mileage- all vehicles include unlimited mileage.

This location only services airline passengers. If you live locally, please choose one of our other local locations. This office does not accept one-way van rentals. For vehicles travelling to the Republic of Ireland, there is an additional charge of 75 GBP. Please call the branch in advance. Vehicles may not travel outside the U.K. and Ireland.

Payment- if the rental is not prepaid, the renter must pay a deposit and the full rental charges using a major debit or credit card in his or her own name. If the rental is prepaid, the renter must pay a deposit using a major debit or credit card in his or her own name. The deposit is 200 GBP, or 500 GBP if renting a premium vehicle. Payment by a credit card in the main drivers name will be required to rent premium vehicles . If the debit or credit card differs from that used to prepay the rental charges, an additional 200 GBP deposit is required.

ENTERPRISE OFFERS ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE PROTECTION-RAP. RAP ALLOWS ENTERPRISE CUSTOMERS TO WAIVE ALL FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE FOLLOWING-TYRE AND GLASS REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT COSTS, EXCEPT WHEN PART OF A LARGER REPAIR, REPLACEMENT KEYS COSTS AND ALL RECOVERY AND CALL CHARGES IMPOSED BY OUR CHOSEN ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE PROVIDERS AS RESULT OF A FAULT CAUSED BY RENTER ERROR. RAP DOES NOT EXEMPT YOU FROM THESE CHARGES IF THERE IS ANY BREACH OF OUR RENTAL AGREEMENT. THE PRICE OF RAP IS 5.75 GBP PER DAY.

Documentation- all drivers must produce all parts of a valid driving license. Non-EU license holders are required to have an international driving permit if the license is not in English. Domestic renters must produce a photo ID- passport or driving license. International travelers must produce a passport, proof of return travel and residency information while in the U.K. renters who wish to use a debit card are also required to produce two proofs of address such as a bank or credit card statement, which are less than three months old and may be subject to additional checks. We reserve the right to request additional ID or conduct further ID checks. These may include ID checks with external partners who may check supplied details against databases to which they have access.

Bristol Airport (BRS) Car Hire FAQs

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