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Car rental companies in Telford

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  • Europcar

    8.3 (8723)
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  • Keddy By Europcar

    8.2 (3781)
    No rates available
  • Enterprise

    8.1 (2088)
    No rates available
  • Hertz

    8 (7425)
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  • Alamo

    8.8 (9281)
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  • FireFly Car Rental

    8.3 (3943)
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  • Drivalia

    7.2 (777)
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Telford Guide

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Unlike most towns in England, Telford is a real newcomer to the kingdom. It was created in the 1960s to tie together the neighbouring mining villages, market towns and farms. As such, Telford has several town centres, as the historic villages are gradually absorbed into a greater city area. Although Telford is young, it is surrounded by 13th-century towns, Roman ruins and Industrial Age icons. With a car rental, it’s a breeze to explore the eclectic range of attractions in the area while staying in Telford.

Who to Book With
There are several international car rental chains, such as National and Europcar, to choose from in Telford, along with local firms, such as Frog Self Drive. Some keep offices around the train stations, while others tend to set up shop in the Stafford Park 4 business park. Telford is busy most of the year, so booking your car hire online ahead of time ensures lower rates and a better vehicle selection.

Best Time to go
Telford enjoys a typical English climate, with June to August the warmest months, averaging at 21°C. Summer is also when it rains the least and the days are longest, encouraging more tourists to visit Telford. This is a great time in Shropshire, but the weather can also be very nice in May and September.

Need to Know Essentials
These documents should be provided at the rental office upon arrival:

- A valid UK or EU driving license or International Driving Permit
- A second form of picture ID, like a passport
- The credit card used to make the car rental booking
- A rental confirmation print-out if possible

For more info read our FAQ's.

Driving
Thanks in large to the fact that Telford was a planned city created in the 1960s, it does not suffer from the usual traffic congestion common in England’s older towns. Parking is allowed on the streets, although these spaces have time restrictions. There are also several city-operated car parks that are typically free to use, except in Ironbridge.

Telford has excellent road connections to the rest of England and Wales via the M54 motorway (a spur of the M6), which runs to Wolverhampton, and the A5 to Shrewsbury. The A442 and the A518 are other useful highways running north and south from Telford.

See our guide to the UK for more information on driving here.

Transport

It’s fairly easy to reach Telford by train, but, once here, the bus system is the only public transport option besides taxis. Since four different companies handle the bus service around Telford, it can be a little confusing at first. Many travellers opt for a rental car to make moving around Shropshire easier. Telford has several national and local firms to handle your vehicle needs.

Trains
There are three train stations serving Telford, although the main one is Telford Central, near to the centre of town. This station receives trains operated by London Midland and Arriva, and is on the Wolverhampton to Shrewsbury line. There are two trains each hour between Monday and Saturday. The Telford Central station has a free park-and-ride lot, as well as car hire offices nearby.

Taxis
Taxis are available in Telford, although they are very hard to hail on the street. They often line up at the train station, but you can also call a local company such as Central Taxis or use their online service to order a pick-up.

Buses
Telford has a bus system that serves the city, but it is not managed by the local government. Instead, four private firms share the routes within Telford: Traveline, Arriva Bus, Transport Direct and Wrekin Connect. Each operates their own network, but a typical DayPass costs around £4 for unlimited travel within the city.

Exploring

Telford is the ideal home base for daytrips around Shropshire, one of central England’s most interesting and diverse districts. It is filled with medieval market towns like the 13th-century Wellington and a few special sites like the Bronze Age fort atop Wrekin Hill. With a car rental, you can plan a day of castle-hopping or focus on one of the Industrial Age’s birthplaces at Ironbridge. There really is a lot to see and do in this underappreciated corner of England.

Recommended Drives

Shrewsbury - This is one of the most charming medieval towns in Shropshire. It has a long history, a beautifully-preserved historic core and an interesting Welsh vibe, as Wales is just nine miles away. Driving from Telford is a breeze along the M56.

Ironbridge - This is one of the places where the Industrial Age was born. This UNESCO World Heritage site - featuring the planet’s very first iron bridge, a handful of industry museums and the ancient Buildwas Abbey - is a pleasant drive south of Telford.

Castle hopping - This is an easy theme for a day drive from Telford. There are some real beauties in the countryside here, including Ludlow, Clun and the 13th-century Stokesay. The latter was supposedly so beautiful that no attacker could bring himself to raid the place. You be the judge.

Practical information

  • Currency
    British pound
  • Driving direction
    Left
  • City speed limit
    48 km/h
  • Freeway speed limit
    96 km/h
  • Language
    English
  • Popular car category
    Economy

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What do I need to do when picking up a car?

To pick up your car, you will need your voucher, passport, driver's license and a credit card. It is very important that your driver's license and credit card are in the same name as the main driver. Keep in mind that the local rental company will reserve a certain amount on your credit card as a deposit. This requires the PIN code for your credit card. If your driver's license is foreign (for example, in Chinese), you must bring a translation with you. Only your original passport and driver's license will be accepted - a copy is not sufficient.

Are there any additional costs?

In general, our rates are all-inclusive. Should there be any additional costs, our booking department will get in touch with you before issuing the invoice. Should you object, you can always cancel your reservation with no obligations attached (at least 48 hours in advance).

What kind of insurance is applicable to my car rental?

In general, Liability Insurance, Fire Insurance, All-Risks Insurance and Theft Insurance are included in the cost of your rental car.

What is a worry-free label?

Only rental companies with a high level of customer satisfaction are eligible to be included in our Worry-Free selection. This rate includes excess cover and unlimited kilometres. Your vehicle will be provided and must be returned with a full tank of fuel. With a vehicle from our Worry-Free selection, you can travel with peace of mind and no hidden costs.

How can I change or cancel my reservation?

You can cancel your reservation through "My Account". We recommend contacting us by phone if your changes to your booking or cancellation takes place at short notice (48 hours or less).

When will I get a confirmation of my booking?

Most reservations will receive confirmation within minutes after payment takes place. We recommend contacting our Booking Department for last minute reservations (pick-up within 48 hours).

Which car rental companies are compared by Carrentals.co.uk at this location?
  • Europcar
  • Keddy By Europcar
  • Enterprise
  • Hertz
  • Alamo
  • FireFly Car Rental
  • Drivalia