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Cheap Car Rentals in Scotland

Rent a Car in Scotland

See Scotland's impressive coastline, lined with castles, natural beauty, small villages and metropolitan cities with a UK car rental from Kemwel. Travel inland and view the spectacular Cairngorm Mountain range and rolling hills, or visit Glasgow in a rental car, Scotland's largest city. With a cheap car rental in Scotland from Kemwel, you make your own itinerary. Kemwel has many cheap car rental pick up locations and cheap car rental vehicle types to help you plan the trip that is right for you.

Pick Up Locations in Scotland

Explore with a Cheap Rental Car in Scotland

Ask someone what comes to mind when they think of Scotland and the answers will vary widely. Bagpipes, cathedrals, Loch Ness, golfing, kilts, and haggis are just some of the answers you can count on. Whether you are visiting the charming western coast, the wonderfully bustling city of Glasgow, or touring all of the places you can manage, a cheap car rentals in Scotland from Kemwel is the way to make the most of your vacation. Scotland is known for its rocky terrain, rolling hills and charming villages, as well as its architecture, ranging in design from medieval to present day. It has developed its own unique sense of culture and lifestyle that will impress and awe the traveler with each new town or sight. Rent a car in Edinburgh and see the seascape on the coast, or head inland to view the mountains. Enjoy one of the many Scottish golf resorts. From seacoast to farmland, gothic architecture, castles, and abbeys, to shopping, nightlife and more, it is impossible not to make the most of this amazingly untouched, yet modern, land. If you have any questions about driving in Scotland, visit Kemwel's driving information page for the answers.
 

Cheap Rental Car in Scotland with Kemwel

Let Kemwel help you make your tour of Scotland as simple and inexpensive as possible, thanks to using world class suppliers like Europcar. Our website is designed to be clear and helpful to our customers, so you can even book your discounted UK rental car online. If you have questions please visit our frequently asked questions page. Of course, our knowledgeable staff is available to help you as well. Whether you intend to also visit WalesEngland, or Northern Ireland during your time in Scotland, book online with Kemwel and explore England at your own pace. From Monday to Friday from 2 a.m. to 9  p.m. and Saturday to Sunday from  8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Kemwel can be reached toll free at +1-877-820-0668. Call or book online and start your vacation today.

Scotland Driving Overview

General Information
Whether for business or leisure, Kemwel has the cheap car rental option for you while in the UK! From the Buckingham Palace to Piccadilly Circus or Oxford to Cambridge you will truly see it all with a cheap rental car provided by Kemwel. The road conditions in the United Kingdom are just shy of perfection; highways and city streets are very well maintained but can get narrow and congested when entering city areas. If you are planning to travel into central London be aware of the central London congestion charge; any vehicle entering central London between the hours of 7am to 6:30pm Monday-Friday is subject to a charge of approx £ 8 (15 USD). The congestion charge is not the only thing you going to want to know when traveling to the United Kingdom; below you will find a list of things that are very important in the operation of a vehicle while in the UK.

Requirements
For rental commencing in the UK the minimum rental age is 23 years old. Drivers between the ages of 23-25 may be subject to a young driver surcharge ranging from $7-29 USD per day depending on car rental supplier. Some suppliers in UK have a maximum rental age of 74. Age restrictions can vary depending on car category. You will be required to present a drivers license that has been valid for at least one year along with a valid passport. Seatbelts are to be worn at all times by all persons occupying a vehicle. Sidelights must be turned on during the day and headlights must be turned on at night.

Child Seats
Children under 3 years old are permitted to be in a child seat appropriate for their age and weight at all times. Rear facing child seats cannot be placed in the front seat of a vehicle unless the airbag has been deactivated. Children 3 to 12 years or smaller then 4ft 5in are also required to be in a child safety seat appropriate child seat for their age and weight. If you are caught operating a motor vehicle with a child who is not properly restrained you can be fined, fines range from approx £40 ($75 USD) up to £500 ($940 USD)

Speed Limits
Speed limits in the UK are: Highways 112 km/h (70mph), Cities 48 km/h (30mph), major roads 65 km/h (40mph) up to 96 km/h (60mph), residential areas 35 km/h (20mph). Please pay attention to signs in the country you are traveling as speed limits may vary.

Rules of the Road
Vehicles travel on the left hand side of the road with the steering wheel placed on the right. Always remember to turn left when entering a roundabout (traffic circle).

Gas and Diesel
Gas is available in all major cities, on most highways, and in most towns as well.

Tolls
The only time you will have to pay a toll is when having to cross a bridge. Tolls can range from £ 2.00 up to £14.00 ($3.75 USD-$26.00 USD)

Parking
Metered parking is very popular in the UK and pay-and-display parking is also available. Pay and display parking discs must be placed clearly on the dashboard of the vehicle and can be purchased at pay and display meters throughout the city.
 

Scotland Car Rental Insurance Information

General Information
When renting a car in an unfamiliar country it is always a good idea to find out what forms of insurance are required in the particular country you are traveling to as it can vary from country to country. The insurance guidelines of the country where you pick up the vehicle will be in effect for the duration of your rental even if the rental is returned to another country.

A car rental in United Kingdom through Kemwel will always include third party liability and fire insurance. Collision damage waiver (CDW) and theft protection are optional and are included on our inclusive rental rates in the UK. Specific details regarding the insurance on your car rental will print the terms and conditions area of your rental voucher. You may want to decline the CDW and theft protection in order to take advantage of coverage provided by your credit card, in this event please contact your credit card company to learn of the specifics of your coverage.

For rentals commencing in the United Kingdom the following guidelines will apply:

Required Coverage
Third party liability and fire insurance are required for rentals commencing in the UK and are included in all of Kemwel’s basic rental rates. Fire insurance provides unlimited coverage for the vehicle in the event of fire. Third party liability provides $359,000 USD up to an unlimited amount of coverage (depending on rental supplier) for damage to people or property outside of the vehicle.

Optional Coverage
Collision Damage waiver (CDW) and theft protection are included in our inclusive rental rates. When the CDW and Theft is purchased it releases the client from full financial responsibility in the event of a collision or theft. A majority of the suppliers that we work with in England have some form of a deductible the client is still responsible for that can range from $1050 USD up to $2250 USD depending on the rental supplier and car category.

Many rental suppliers offer a supplementary insurance locally called Super CDW for a cost of $13-$40 USD per day, this optional insurance will reduce the amount of the deductible to $0-$600 USD in most cases. Personal Accident Insurance (PAI) is available locally with most suppliers for about $6-$11 USD per day, this insurance will help cover death and disability expenses up to limited monetary about set by the rental supplier for the driver and passengers. If you are worried about theft of your personal belongings in the rental car then you may want to purchase what is called Personal Effects Coverage (PEC). Personal Effects Coverage is available locally with some rental supplies for about $6 USD per day, this form of insurance will cover items stolen from the vehicle up to an amount set by the local rental supplier. Optional insurance is available with certain suppliers only and prices are subject to change without notice, please feel free to contact Kemwel toll free at +1-877-820-0668 for further details.

Rental Restrictions in Scotland

General Information
Many of the vehicles rented through Kemwel in the UK are permitted to travel in most Western European countries, North Ireland and Ireland. In order to travel outside of the United Kingdom many of the rental suppliers require an additional insurance to be purchased to cover the vehicle. Some specific car categories due to insurance regulations have restrictions; these vehicles include luxury vehicles, automatics and large vans. At this time we ask for you to please take a moment to ensure that your travel itinerary is compatible with the type of vehicle you are planning to rent. If you have any questions or would like some advice on what type of vehicle will best suit your needs our friendly staff will be glad to help assist you in the process, please call us toll free at +1-877-820-0668.

Restricted Countries
For rentals commencing in the United Kingdom through Kemwel are prohibited from traveling into the following countries: Albania, Bosnia, Belarus, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Croatia, Estonia, Greece, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Macedonia, Moldova, Montenegro, Poland, Russia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Turkey and the Ukraine.

Note: Some vehicles rented in England are allowed to travel into North Ireland, South Ireland and Western European countries. Select vehicles may not be allowed to travel into Italy. Please call Kemwel toll free at +1-877-820-0668 if you are planning to travel to another country.

One-Way Rentals
Domestic one-way rentals are available many are free of charge however fees may apply to rentals 4 days and under. International one-way rentals are unavailable at this time.
 

Useful Terms for Travelers to Northern Ireland

  • ATM - hole-in-the-wall
  • Battery - accumulator
  • Breakdown lane - lay-by
  • Convertible top - hood
  • Dashboard - fascia or facia
  • Fender - wing
  • Glove compartment - cubby box
  • Car hood - honnet
  • Muffler - silencer
  • Outlet - power point
  • Overpass - flyover
  • Oil pan - sump
  • Parking lot - car park
  • Rotary - roundabout
  • Sedan - saloon
  • Tire - tyre
  • Traffic jam - tail back
  • Trailer - caravan
  • Truck - lorry
  • Trunk - boot
  • Tractor-trailer - articulated lorry or artic
  • Very large truck - juggernaut
  • Windshield - windscreen