Car Rental at London Stations – Ideal when visiting the City of London

London’s central train stations are a beacon of Victorian engineering. Seamlessly integrated into the local public transport infrastructure, a central train station combines regional, national and often international rail links. Many are exceptionally well connected via buses, coaches, taxis and with London’s iconic underground network. Often a tourist attraction within themselves, London’s main train stations are very centrally located, and often nearby museums, art galleries, popular shopping districts and nightlife.

Collect your car rental at a London Train Station and start exploring this magnificent city straight away. You can collect your car rental at London Victoria Train Station, London Waterloo Train Station, London King’s Cross Train Station, London St. Pancras Train Station and at London Euston Train Station. Each station is located in its own characteristic area, surrounded by monuments, and other noteworthy tourist attractions.

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Why arrange a car rental from a London Train Station?

If you opt for renting a car at London Heathrow Airport, London Gatwick Airport, London City Airport, London Luton Airport or at Stansted Airport you’ll no doubt be further out of the city. You’ll then have to waste time, energy and funds to reach your destination, whilst also encountering traffic along the way. With a car rental at one of London’s central train stations, you’ll be set off right in the heart of the city. Opting for renting a car at the train station is often cheaper, less-hassle and with better onward connections than compared to an airport.

Train Station Rental Locations in London

Station Information

Architectural masterpieces of their era amongst themselves, London’s Main Train Stations provide excellent transport links across the city and country. Some train stations even provide international links via the Eurotunnel. There are many main train stations within London - London Bridge Train Station, Stratford International Train Station, etc - but realistically only around five are truly main transport hubs, and perfect for a car rental at a London Train Station.

St. Pancras Train Station was designed and built in a Victorian Gothic style. It is one of the oldest train stations in London and provides regional and international train services. Known as St. Pancras International Train Station - it links to European cities such as Paris, Rotterdam, Amsterdam, Brussels, Lille, Lyon, Avignon and Marseille via the eurotunnel. The station has connection to the underground network and also hosts East Midlands Railway, Southeastern and Thameslink services.

London Kings Cross Train Station is only a short walk from London St. Pancras Train Station. Being originally constructed in memory of King George IV - nowadays it is mostly famous for the Harry Potter films. The train station is connected to the London Underground and hosts regional train services towards Manchester, Newcastle, etc.

London Paddington Train Station is located a short walk from Hyde Park and many of London’s tourist attractions. Passengers arriving here can easily head to Oxford Street, Buckingham Palace, The Houses of Parliament and Big Ben. Paddington Train Station provides regular trains to London Heathrow Airport, and southwestern cities such as Bristol, Bath, Cardiff (Wales) and Exeter. This station has recently undergone a major development since its original opening in 1854. The London Underground can also be caught here.

London Victoria Train Station has the added benefit of being close to London Coach Station which is the terminus for all coaches arriving in London from across Britain. Along with a link to the London Underground, it also hosts many regional railway links.

London Euston Train Station is regarded as the main gateway into London from the West Midlands, North Wales and Scotland. It was constructed in 1837 and is one of the busiest train stations in the city. It hosts regional services, national and has an underground station. It is located only a short walk away from London St. Pancras Train Station and London Kings Cross Train Station.

London Waterloo Train Station is a main transport hub from southern England. It provides local and national train services, including being linked to the London Underground. The station's privileged location also allows those arriving to easily walk to the Southbank. Here you can visit the Royal Festival Hall, National Theatre, the London Eye and many other attractions. This station also has links to London Gatwick Airport via the Gatwick Express.

Frequently asked questions about picking up a car rental at a London Train Station

In the following FAQ section, you’ll find information pertaining to each train station's car rental services. Many train stations run regional and national services, including the underground. They are all very well connected to the local bus network and have taxi services present. Click on each individual drop-down menu for more information. If you have further questions or concerns, please contact our reservation team.

Where to pick up my car rental at London St. Pancras Train Station?

A car rental at London St. Pancras Train Station is the great choice. Not only does this train station have a convenient connection to the underground, it also hosts Eurostar continental services to Paris, Brussels, Amsterdam and many more. Rental desks are within the terminal building.

	Sixt at London St Pancras Train Station Pancras Rd/Eurostar, Pancras Rd, London, United Kingdom N1C 4QP +44 207 018 82 46	Opening Hours: Mon 07.30 - 19.00 Tue-Fri 08.00 - 19.00 Sat 08.00 - 17.00 Sun 08.00 - 16.00
	Hertz at London St Pancras Train Station Car Park, St Pancras Way, Pancras Rd, Kings Cross, London, United Kingdom N1C 4QP +44 843 309 3098	Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 08.00 - 16.00 Sat-Sun 08.00 - 12.00
	Europcar at London St Pancras Train Station Pancras Road Multi Storey Car Park, London, United Kingdom N1C 4QP +44 371 3845962	Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 08.00 - 18.00 Sat-Sun 08.00 - 16.00
	Firefly at London St Pancras Train Station Car Park, St Pancras Way, Pancras Rd, Kings Cross, London, United Kingdom N1C 4QP +44 207 278 1588	Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 08.00 - 16.00 Sat-Sun 08.00 - 12.00
	Keddy at London St Pancras Train Station Pancras Road Multi Storey Car Park, London, United Kingdom N1C 4QP +44 0207 6990607	Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 08.00 - 18.00 Sat-Sun 08.00 - 16.00

 

Where to pick up my car rental at London Kings Cross Train Station?

If you’re visiting north London, consider a car rental at London Kings Cross Train Station for a more centralised pick-up. Several local, national and international car rental suppliers are present at this location, including Alamo, Europcar and National. Rental desks have their own dedicated building adjacent to the train station.

Europcar at London King’s Cross Train Station 136-150 Pentonville Rd, Islington, London, United Kingdom N1 9JE +44 371 384 5952

Opening Hours: Mon-Thur 08.00 - 18.00 Fri 08.00 - 19.00 Sat 08.00 - 18.00 Sun 08.00 - 16.00

 

Where to pick up my car rental at London Paddington Train Station?

If you decide on a car rental at London Paddington Train Station its central location is often a great option. Located very close to Hyde Park, from here you can easily reach the London West End. Many car rental suppliers are present here, with rental desks within the terminal itself.

Enterprise at London Paddington Train Station Apcoa Car Park, Bishops Bridge Road, London, W2 6AA +44 20 3149 0577

Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 08.00 - 18.00 Sat 08.00 - 13.00 Sun Closed

 

Where to pick up my car rental at London Victoria Train Station?

A car rental at London Victoria Train Station is a good choice due to its central location. With numerous car rental suppliers present, you’re sure to find the right vehicle for your budget. The train station provides regional, national and underground links.

	Europcar at London Victoria Train Station 12 Semley Place, Victoria, London, United Kingdom SW1W 9QL +44 207 941 9201	Opening Hours: Mon-Sun 07.30 - 19.30
	Hertz at London Victoria Train Station 200A Buckingham Palace Rd, Belgravia, London, United Kingdom SW1W 9TJ +44 843 309 3078	Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 08.00 - 16.00 Sat 09.00 - 13.00 Sun closed
	Sixt at London Victoria Train Station Victoria Station, Apcoa, Eccleston Bridge, London, United Kingdom SW1W 9SJ, +44 207 018 8246	Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 08.00 - 19.00 Sat 08.00 - 17.00 Sun closed
	Keddy at London Victoria Train Station 12 Semley Place, Victoria, London, United Kingdom SW1W 9QL +44 371 384 5964	Opening Hours: Mon-Sun 07.30 - 19.30

 

Where to pick up my car rental at London Euston Train Station?

Opting for a car rental at Euston Train Station is a great choice with many car rental suppliers present here. It’s a quick and easy process, and you’ll be on the road as soon as possible. Avis, Budget, Hertz and more, are just some of the suppliers you can expect here. Rental desks are either within the terminal or a short walk from the main terminal.

	Budget at London Euston Train Station 88 Eversholt St, London, United Kingdom NW1 1BP +44 344 544 8751	Opening Hours: Mon-Thur 08.00 - 19.00 Fri 08.00 - 20.00 Sat 08.00 - 16.00 Sun 08.00 - 18.00
	Avis at London Euston Train Station 88 Eversholt St, London, United Kingdom NW1 1BP +44 344 544 6061	Opening Hours: Mon-Fr 08.00 - 16.00 Sat 08.00 - 13.00 Sun Closed

 

Where to pick up my car rental at London Waterloo Train Station?

If staying in southwest London, it is recommended that you book a car rental at London Waterloo Train Station. This iconic railway station provides regional and national railway links, including the underground. Here you’ll find many car rental suppliers, including Alamo and Enterprise.

	Alamo at London Waterloo Train Station Spur Road, Waterloo Station, London, United Kingdom SE1 7LY +44 20 7593 1170	Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 08.00 - 18.00 Sat 09.00 - 16.00 Sun 12.00 - 17.00
	Enterprise at London Waterloo Train Station Upper Marsh, Bishop's, London, United Kingdom SE1 7EQ +44 20 7593 1170	Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 08.00 - 18.00 Sat 09.00 - 16.00 Sun 12.00 - 17.00
	National at London Waterloo Train Station Spur Road, Waterloo Station, London, United Kingdom SE1 7LY +44 20 7593 1170	Opening Hours: Mon-Fri 08.00 - 18.00 Sat 09.00 - 16.00 Sun 12.00 - 17.00

Useful links

Official website of London King's Cross Station

Official website of London St. Pancras Station