🚗 Explore Cardiff with Flexible & Affordable Car Hire from Rhino
Discover the vibrant capital of Wales at your own pace with a rental car from Rhino Car Hire. Whether you’re exploring Cardiff’s historic sites, catching a game at the Principality Stadium, or planning day trips to the Brecon Beacons or Welsh coast — our car hire makes it easy, flexible, and budget-friendly.
Car Hire Near Me in Cardiff
Searching for car hire near me in Cardiff? Rhino Car Hire provides pick-up locations across the capital, from Cardiff Airport to the city centre. Whether you're staying near Cardiff Bay or heading into the Valleys, finding a nearby rental is straightforward.
Nearby Pick-Up Locations
• Cardiff Airport
• Cardiff Central Station
• Cardiff Bay
• City Centre
• Nearby towns: Newport, Barry, Penarth
Why Choose Rhino Car Hire in Cardiff?
✔️ Affordable Rates with No Hidden Costs
✔️ Diverse Fleet to Suit Your Plans
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Compact Cars: Ideal for city streets & parking in Cardiff’s busy centre.
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Family SUVs: Extra space for kids & luggage — perfect for day trips.
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Luxury Models: Add a touch of style for business or leisure.
✔️ Convenient Pick-Up & Drop-Off Locations
✔️ 24/7 Customer Support
✔️ Quick & Easy Booking
🏰 Where to Go with Your Cardiff Rental Car
🌆 Cardiff Castle & City Centre
Park nearby and explore this iconic fortress, Bute Park & the shops of Queen Street.
⚽ Principality Stadium
Catch a match or a concert — having your own car means you can beat the crowds.
🌊 Cardiff Bay
Head to the waterfront for dining, entertainment & the Wales Millennium Centre.
🚗 Day Trips & Scenic Drives
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Brecon Beacons National Park: Only 1 hour’s drive to epic mountains & waterfalls.
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Barry Island: Seaside fun just 30 minutes away.
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Caerphilly Castle: Medieval grandeur just a short drive north.
💡 Driving in Cardiff – Quick Tips
✅ Drive on the left.
✅ City centre parking: Look for multi-storeys or Park & Ride.
✅ Watch out for bus lanes — stick to marked routes.
✅ Speed limits: 20–30 mph in town, 60 mph rural roads, 70 mph motorways.
🔑 How to Book Your Cardiff Car Hire
1️⃣ Search & Select: Pick your travel dates & car type online.
2️⃣ Instant Confirmation: Get your booking details straight away.
3️⃣ Collect Your Car: Pick up in Cardiff city centre — our team will get you on the road fast.
4️⃣ Explore Wales: Drive wherever you like, with unlimited freedom.
5️⃣ Easy Return: Drop off at your chosen spot, hassle-free.
🎉 Save More with Cardiff Car Hire Deals
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🕒 Early Bird Discounts: Book in advance to get the best price.
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🎈 Seasonal Offers: Look for special rates during peak events & holidays.
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📰 Subscriber Exclusives: Sign up for our newsletter for last-minute deals & local travel tips.
📞 Contact Rhino Car Hire Cardiff
Email: info@rhinocarhire.com
Phone: +44(0)345 508 9845
Social: Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, or X for local travel ideas & offers.
🚗 Book Your Cardiff Car Hire Today
Unlock Cardiff & South Wales your way with Rhino Car Hire — the easy, affordable choice for city trips, road adventures & everything in between.
Get your quote today and start your Cardiff journey!
Current Rental Rates in Cardiff
Fiat 500
4 Adults, 3 Doors
From 28.48 EUR/day
7 Days rental at 199.40 EUR from 21/09/2026
Opel Corsa
5 Adults, 3 Doors
From 29.93 EUR/day
7 Days rental at 209.56 EUR from 21/09/2026
Cupra Leon
5 Adults, 5 Doors
From 30.90 EUR/day
7 Days rental at 216.30 EUR from 21/09/2026
Ford Explorer
5 Adults, 5 Doors
From 40.00 EUR/day
7 Days rental at 280.06 EUR from 21/09/2026
Ford Explorer
5 Adults, 5 Doors
From 47.48 EUR/day
7 Days rental at 332.40 EUR from 21/09/2026
BYD Seal
5 Adults, 4 Doors
From 39.16 EUR/day
7 Days rental at 274.15 EUR from 21/09/2026
BYD Seal
5 Adults, 5 Doors
From 46.64 EUR/day
7 Days rental at 326.49 EUR from 21/09/2026
With a rental car from Rhino Car Hire, you can fully immerse yourself in the vibrant and diverse attractions of Cardiff. Drive through historic streets, visit iconic landmarks, and enjoy the surrounding natural beauty. Here are some key highlights to explore:
Key Highlights for Car Hire at Cardiff: Making the Most of Your Journey.
- Visit the iconic Cardiff Castle and its beautiful grounds
- Explore the National Museum Cardiff with its impressive art and natural history collections
- Drive to the stunning Cardiff Bay area for waterfront dining and entertainment
- Discover the charming Victorian arcades with unique shops and cafes
- Enjoy a scenic drive through the Brecon Beacons National Park, just a short distance from Cardiff
Cardiff - Popular Destinations
- Brecon Beacons National Park – offering breathtaking landscapes and outdoor activities
- Barry Island – a popular seaside resort with beautiful beaches and family attractions
- Caerphilly – known for its impressive medieval castle and charming town center
- Swansea – a coastal city with vibrant cultural attractions and beautiful beaches
- Newport – home to the historic Tredegar House and stunning countryside
Our Most Popular Rated Local Car Rental Suppliers from Cardiff
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Cardiff car hire information
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€ 282.17
Average price:
(per week)
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€ 40.31
Best Price:
Per Week
Average prices per day in Cardiff
| Item | Percent |
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| January | € 54 |
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| February | € 44 |
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| March | € 60 |
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| April | € 62 |
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| May | € 60 |
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| June | € 56 |
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| July | € 64 |
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| August | € 70 |
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| September | € 66 |
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| October | € 51 |
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| November | € 54 |
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| December | € 93 |
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| Item | Percent |
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| January | € 45 |
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| February | € 48 |
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| March | € 50 |
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| April | € 50 |
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| May | € 57 |
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| June | € 54 |
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| July | € 55 |
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| August | € 57 |
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| September | € 56 |
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| October | € 49 |
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| November | € 49 |
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| December | € 82 |
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| Item | Percent |
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| January | € 119 |
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| February | € 124 |
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| March | € 146 |
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| April | € 134 |
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| May | € 139 |
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| June | € 160 |
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| July | € 150 |
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| August | € 183 |
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| September | € 162 |
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| October | € 125 |
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| November | € 149 |
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| December | € 197 |
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| Item | Percent |
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| January | € 69 |
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| February | € 65 |
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| March | € 79 |
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| April | € 87 |
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| May | € 73 |
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| June | € 73 |
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| July | € 76 |
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| August | € 80 |
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| September | € 88 |
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| October | € 76 |
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| November | € 74 |
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| December | € 113 |
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| Item | Percent |
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| January | € 149 |
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| February | € 148 |
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| March | € 150 |
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| April | € 168 |
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| May | € 188 |
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| June | € 147 |
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| July | € 155 |
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| August | € 165 |
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| September | € 147 |
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| October | € 147 |
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| November | € 147 |
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| December | € 347 |
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| Item | Percent |
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| January | € 34 |
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| February | € 33 |
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| March | € 40 |
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| April | € 40 |
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| May | € 43 |
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| June | € 43 |
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| July | € 46 |
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| August | € 49 |
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| September | € 48 |
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| October | € 38 |
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| November | € 39 |
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| December | € 58 |
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| Item | Percent |
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| January | € 77 |
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| February | € 83 |
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| March | € 97 |
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| April | € 74 |
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| May | € 92 |
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| June | € 106 |
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| July | € 101 |
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| August | € 93 |
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| September | € 102 |
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| October | € 90 |
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| November | € 94 |
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| December | € 112 |
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| Item | Percent |
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| January | € 75 |
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| February | € 42 |
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| March | € 75 |
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| April | € 84 |
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| May | € 72 |
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| June | € 61 |
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| July | € 82 |
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| August | € 84 |
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| September | € 72 |
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| October | € 64 |
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| November | € 56 |
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| December | € 103 |
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*average daily rates based on 7 day rental, search for today's best prices
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