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Car Hire - London Stansted Airport (STN)

London Stansted Airport (STN)

Location Details

Car Rental Village
COOPERS END ROAD
Stansted, ENG, GB, CM24 1SJ

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+44 1279 682955
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Directions from Terminal

On arrival in the main terminal, proceed to the terminal exit ahead, next to National Express. The bus stop to the car rental village is located 10 metres to the left of this exit.

Hiring a car at London Stansted Airport (STN)

Although it is one of London's major transport hubs, many visitors to Stansted Airport can be surprised by just how far it is from the city centre. Onward travel from the airport, which is actually in rural Essex, is essential for most business travellers as well as tourists. Thankfully, Enterprise Rent-A-Car is located close to the terminal building on Coopers End Road, just to the north of the airport's main mid-stay car park. By choosing to hire a car, you can be in the suburbs of London within 30 minutes and in the centre of the capital soon after that. 

When you hire a car at Enterprise, we're committed to giving you the vehicle you need with the service you expect at great value rates. Our hire car fleet is made up of modern and well-equipped manual and automatic transmission vehicles, so you can drive away with confidence. We're also proud to offer electric car rental, so you can do your bit for the planet without having to compromise on convenience. And, of course, our vehicles are always thoroughly cleaned, inside and out. Book with Enterprise today and enjoy excellent value on your ideal rental car. 

A Wide Car Hire Range

Enterprise offers a wide range of car rentals. From compact cars to spacious SUVs, we can suit your individual needs. Have a browse through all the different types of vehicles we offer and choose the one that suits your needs the most. Book today and receive the best customer service for a great price. And, of course, all of our vehicles are reliable, clean and hygienic. 

A Wide Van Rental Range

We're not just about cars – we offer rental vans too. You can trust an Enterprise van to help you move your heavy load, because we always make sure they're clean, reliable and ready to go. Whether you need it for moving house and it needs to fit all your furniture or a smaller passenger van to transport goods that are too big for a car, we can provide what you are looking for. 

Things to Do Around London Stansted Airport

Because of Stansted Airport's location to the northeast of the capital, it is also an ideal place to begin exploring East Anglia, which includes the famous cathedral cities of Norwich, Ely and Cambridge. The Essex coastline is about an hour's drive away via the A120. Stansted Airport lies close to the market town of Bishop's Stortford, just over the county border in Hertfordshire. Here, you can find shops and accommodation, if required, before setting out on your onward journey.

While you're in the Stansted area, a visit to Mountfitchet Castle is fun for all ages and is only a short drive away. If you plan to visit London, hiring a car makes things lots easier and gets you into the centre in under an hour. 

Driving Information in Stansted Airport

London Stansted Airport is well-served by the A120 trunk road, which connects the airport to the M11 motorway. The nearest filling stations are close to the Holiday Inn building and at Birchanger Green Services, just off the intersection of the M11 and A120. 

Rental Policies

Additional Drivers - There is an additional charge of 10 GBP per day for each Additional Authorised Driver.

PLEASE PARK IN ANY ENTERPRISE BAY AND DROP THE KEYS IN THE DROP OFF BOX LOCATED ON THE SIDE OF THE ENTERPRISE CABIN IN THE CAR RENTAL CAR PARK. PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT CARS WILL BE CHECKED IN AT OUR EARLIEST OPPORTUNITY DURING BUSINESS HOURS.

AGE - All drivers must be a minimum of 25 years old. Only drivers over 30 years old may rent Full-Size MPVS, Premiums, or Four-Wheel Drives.

For vehicles travelling to the Republic of Ireland, there is an additional charge of 75 GBP per rental. Please call the branch in advance. Vehicles may not travel outside the U.K. and Ireland.

ENTERPRISE RENT-A-CAR PROVIDES DAMAGE WAIVER WHICH REDUCES THE COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH DAMAGE TO AND OR THEFT OF THE ENTERPRISE VEHICLE SUBJECT TO THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF YOUR RENTAL AGREEMENT. DAMAGE AND THEFT RESPONSIBILITY IS THE FULL VALUE OF THE VEHICLE. DAMAGE WAIVER MAY BE MANDATORY AND INCLUDED IN THE QUOTE. CUSTOMERS WHO CAN PROVIDE INDEPENDENT AND VERIFIED PROVISION TO COVER DAMAGE AND THEFT TO THE ENTERPRISE VEHICLE MAY BE ABLE TO DECLINE DW. THE DW AMOUNT FOR THIS BRANCH IS 24.25 GBP PER DAY INCLUDING VAT AND PLC FEES.

All rentals where the vehicle is not returned to the same location as it was rented from will be subject to a one-way fee of up to £150. One-way rentals are allowed within all the UK, including Northern Ireland.

In the event of damage and or theft, an excess is applicable which varies depending on vehicle type and location. Excess protection will cover 900.00 GBP of damage, subject to terms and conditions of the rental agreement. The following excess amounts apply- all cars- 1000.00 GBP, mini MPVs and MPVs-1150.00 GBP, premium vehicles and 4x4s – 1400.00 GBP. Excess protection is an optional coverage that allows the renter to reduce the excess responsibility by 900.00 GBP the price of EP is 16.25 GBP per day including VATand PLC fees.

Excess Protection is an optional coverage that reduces the applicable Damage Waiver excess (see Damage Waiver terms) to all cars 100.00 GBP, MINI MPVs, MPVs and commercial vehicles 250.00 GBP, all premiums and 4x4s 500.00 GBP. In Northern Ireland the reduced excess on all commercial vehicles is 500.00 GBP. You may wish to check if your personal coverage is adequate to cover damage, theft, loss of revenue, administration fees, diminishment of value, and any towing, storage or impound fees. If you decline Excess Protection then you are required to pay any applicable Damage Waiver excess and seek compensation from your carrier. The price of Excess Protection varies by vehicle size and the prices are inclusive of VAT. Premium location fee applies to airports.

Mileage- all vehicles include unlimited mileage.

THIS OFFICE DOES NOT ACCEPT ONE-WAY VAN RENTALS. FOR VEHICLES TRAVELLING TO THE REPUBLIC OF IRELAND, THERE IS AN ADDITIONAL CHARGE OF 75 GBP. PLEASE CALL THE BRANCH IN ADVANCE. VEHICLES MAY NOT TRAVEL OUTSIDE THE U.K. AND IRELAND.

Payment- if the rental is not prepaid, the renter must pay a deposit and the full rental charges using a major debit or credit card in his or her own name. If the rental is prepaid, the renter must pay a deposit using a major debit or credit card in his or her own name. The deposit is 200 GBP, or 500 GBP if renting a premium vehicle. Payment by a credit card in the main drivers name will be required to rent premium vehicles . If the debit or credit card differs from that used to prepay the rental charges, an additional 200 GBP deposit is required.

ENTERPRISE OFFERS ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE PROTECTION-RAP. RAP ALLOWS ENTERPRISE CUSTOMERS TO WAIVE ALL FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE FOLLOWING-TYRE AND GLASS REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT COSTS, EXCEPT WHEN PART OF A LARGER REPAIR, REPLACEMENT KEYS COSTS AND ALL RECOVERY AND CALL CHARGES IMPOSED BY OUR CHOSEN ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE PROVIDERS AS RESULT OF A FAULT CAUSED BY RENTER ERROR. RAP DOES NOT EXEMPT YOU FROM THESE CHARGES IF THERE IS ANY BREACH OF OUR RENTAL AGREEMENT. THE PRICE OF RAP IS 5.75 GBP PER DAY.

Documentation- all drivers must produce all parts of a valid driving license. Non-EU license holders are required to have an international driving permit if the license is not in English. Domestic renters must produce a photo ID- passport or driving license. International travelers must produce a passport, proof of return travel and residency information while in the U.K. renters who wish to use a debit card are also required to produce two proofs of address such as a bank or credit card statement, which are less than three months old and may be subject to additional checks. We reserve the right to request additional ID or conduct further ID checks. These may include ID checks with external partners who may check supplied details against databases to which they have access.

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London Stansted Airport (STN) Car Hire FAQs

For additional questions, please visit our main car hire FAQs page.