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Discover Car Hire in Wales

Wales is a country rich in natural beauty and history. Its living Celtic culture is unique and you can still hear Welsh spoken throughout much of the country. Magic and folklore are central to Wales and you can see this on their green and white flag with an emblazoned red dragon.

There are over 600 castles in Wales, 100 of which are still standing! The others are mostly in ruins or have had nature reclaim them. The Welsh are also crazy about their sport and follow their rugby team passionately - often having light banter with their other United Kingdom neighbours.

Wales is just one part of the United Kingdom - go further and drive the rugged charm of Scotland, the lush hills of Northern Ireland or the deep history of England.

Frequently Asked Questions About Hiring a Car in Wales

 

What is there to do in Wales?

There plenty of things to do, here a few of the top attractions: Great Orme, St Fagan's National Museum of History and Cardiff Castle.

When is the best time to visit Wales?

The best time to visit is between April to June.

Do car companies require a security bond in Wales?

Car rental companies will require a security deposit ‘held’ against your credit card. The credit card must be in the name of the renter shown on our booking and must have sufficient funds to cover the required deposit / excess. Usually CASH and DEBIT CARDS (including Travelex Cards) are not accepted and may result in refusal by the supplier to release the vehicle. Deposit amounts vary and will generally equate to the value of the Excess liability. This may affect the credit available to you on your credit card for several days after the vehicle is returned. In some instances the bond can be paid in cash (check with DriveAway as this will need to be confirmed in advance).

Experience Wales

There’s so much to see in Wales, a land overflowing with castles, UNESCO World Heritage Sites and National Parks. You have to visit Snowdonia, a remarkable mountain region with lakes, glacial landforms and rolling hills – perfect for a drive or hike!

With great castles across Wales, these are some top picks:

  • Conwy Castle
  • Powis Castle and Garden
  • Kidwelly Castle

Wales has a great nightlife scene in Cardiff, which is also the country’s capital and 11th largest city in the UK. Another city is Holyhead, known for being a popular Irish ferry port into the UK.

Use our easy to use online booking engine or contact us today to book your next Wales car hire!

Cities (To and From) Distance (Approx. km) Travel Time (Approx. hr)
Cardiff to Swansea 66 1
Cardiff to Snowdonia 231 3
Cardiff to Holyhead 321 4.5