Car Hire Bristol Airport (BRS)

Read on for more essential pick-up information for our Bristol Airport car hire services.

Where is the Hertz Bristol Airport Car Hire Desk?

The Hertz car hire desk at Bristol Airport is in the Car Rental Village, just a short shuttle bus ride from the main terminal building. You can jump on at Bus Stop 2 every 10-15 minutes. 

Bristol Airport Shuttle And Bus Services

A daily shuttle bus operates between the Car Rental Centre and the Terminal Forecourt.

How to Get From the Hertz Bristol Airport Car Hire Desk to Bristol City Centre

It takes around 25 minutes to get from Bristol Airport to the city centre. All you need to do is:

1. Head out of our Bristol Airport Hertz car hire lot and take the first exit on the roundabout to get onto A38.

2. When you reach the second roundabout, take the second exit to stay on A38. Continue for around four miles.
3. At Lime Kiln Roundabout, take the first exit onto A4174.
4. Then, at Gurney Roundabout, take the second exit onto A370.
5. Follow that road, then take the exit towards Bath. 
6. Continue onto Jessop Underpass, onto A370. Then follow A370 along the River Avon for around a mile-and-a-half.
7. Next, take the second exit onto A38 at Bedminster Bridge Roundabout.
8. Finally, just follow the signs for the city centre.

Hertz Car Hire Options at Bristol Airport

There are a variety of vehicles to choose from at Hertz, whether you’re looking for city hatchbacks, 4-doors, or vans. Before you set up your Bristol Airport car hire, let’s take a look at some rental options you may want to consider:

• Daily car and van hire – choose your vehicle and return it on the same day. This option is ideal for long-distance day trips.
• Hertz 25/7 vehicle hire – choose how long you’ll need your car or van for, and return it on your terms. Great for weekends away and business trips.

What Cars Can I Hire From Bristol Airport?

Take a look below at some of the vehicles included in the Hertz fleet:

Electric vehicle hire

When you opt for Hertz’s electric vehicle hire at Bristol Airport, you can charge up and go in slick Teslas, Polestars or similar. Make your trip a little bit greener and quieter for a calm driving experience.

Compact and standard car hire

If you’re looking for a standard-size car, you’ve come to the right place. Our fleet includes Vauxhalls, Kias and more when you hire a car at Bristol Airport.

SUV and family car hire

Setting out on a rural adventure or family trip? Our selection of SUVs, 4X4s and family cars has you covered. The spacious Vauxhall Mokka is perfect for weekends away. Meanwhile, the Toyota C-HR is ready for those scenic drives while providing you with enough power to handle tougher terrain.

Commercial van and truck hire

If you’re working on a job or moving a loved one into their new home, a commercial van or truck is the way to go. Whether you need a large Transit or compact Caddy, we’ve everything you need.

Time to drop off your rental back at the airport? Here’s everything you need to know.

Where to return your hire car

It’s super quick and easy to return your hire car to Bristol Airport. All you need to do is:

1. Travel back to the airport along A38, and head right to the Bristol Airport Car Rental Centre.
2. Park your hire car up in the Hertz lot.
3. The 24/7 shuttle bus will take you back to the main terminal forecourt.

What to do when you return your hire car

When you drop off your car, just come and speak to us at the Hertz rental desk. Hand us back your keys, and you’re good to go. The main terminal forecourt building is then just a short bus ride from the Car Rental Centre.

Find out more about returning your hire car in our vehicle return guide.

Extending your Hertz Car Hire

You can extend your Bristol Airport car hire with Hertz easily using our online tool.

Alternatively, let our staff know when you pick up your vehicle, or contact the branch once you are on the road to arrange for additional days.

FAQs

Is there a ‘grace period’ if I return my car late?

We give you a grace period of 29 minutes to return your car. If you’re any later than that, we’ll charge you a day’s rental fee. However, this charge is up to the Hertz location’s discretion.

Can I get Liability Protection with Hertz?

We don’t offer Liability Protection under the default Hertz Rental Agreement. You may still be liable to pay excess in the event of an accident, or if the car is stolen. You can, however, choose SuperCover protection as an add-on with Hertz rentals.

How can I pay for my Hertz hire car at Bristol Airport?

You can pay for your car hire in person at the Hertz pick-up desk via credit or debit. However, you may also find that you have a better variety of rental options and preferable rates if you pre-pay on the Hertz website.

Read more on your payment options with Hertz.

Do I need to return my hire car with a full tank?

You must return your car with a full tank if you opted for our ‘full to full’ fuel purchase option (FPO) when booking a car rental at Bristol Airport. This is often a good idea if you’re only planning on doing a short journey.

However, if you choose our ‘full to empty’ FPO, you don’t have to refill before returning your car. Instead, you just buy a full tank at the start of your rental period.

How much does it cost to hire a car from Bristol Airport with Hertz?

Car hire costs will depend on the vehicle you choose, the length of your rental period, your chosen Fuel Purchase Options and any additional extras. We’ll let you know what everything will come to before you pick your car up.