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An EU or EEA licence is accepted as it is.
Rules of the road
Speed limits are 30 mph in towns, 60 mph on open roads and 70 mph on motorways. The alcohol limit is 0.8 ‰.
Tolls and winter tyres
Some motorways charge at the barrier, others are free. Winter tyres are not compulsory.
Top cities in the United Kingdom
Airports in the United Kingdom
- Aberdeen Airport(ABZ)
- Belfast International Airport(BFS)
- Birmingham Airport(BHX)
- Bristol Airport(BRS)
- Cardiff Airport(CWL)
- East Midlands Airport(EMA)
- Edinburgh Airport(EDI)
- Glasgow Airport(GLA)
- Glasgow Prestwick Airport(PIK)
- Leeds Bradford Airport(LBA)
- Liverpool John Lennon Airport(LPL)
- London Gatwick Airport(LGW)
- London Heathrow Airport(LHR)
- London Luton Airport(LTN)
- London Stansted Airport(STN)
- Manchester Airport(MAN)
- Newcastle International Airport(NCL)
Frequently asked questions
United Kingdom: which side of the road do they drive on?
On the left. If you are used to the right, allow yourself a little time at the start — junctions and roundabouts catch people out, not the straight roads.
Which currency will I be charged in?
Prices are usually set in GBP. The rental company sets both the price and the deposit, and shows them before you book.
Can I drive the car into another country?
Sometimes, but only if the rental company allows it, and it often costs extra. Check the terms before you book.
Do I need an International Driving Permit?
An EU or EEA licence is enough.
What are the speed limits in United Kingdom?
30 mph in towns, 60 mph on open roads, 70 mph on motorways.
Are the motorways tolled?
Some motorways charge at the barrier, others are free.