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Car Hire in Glasgow

On the banks of the River Clyde stands Glasgow, a thriving metropolis - once dubbed the “Second City of the Empire.” The city’s mesmerising skyline artfully combines medieval architectural gems such as the Glasgow Cathedral and  Provand's Lordship with contemporary installations such as the Riverside Museum. True to its Gaelic translation, “the dear green places”, Glasgow hosts the tranquil oases of Botanic Gardens and Pollok Country Park amidst the urban sprawl.

Culture aficionados are spoilt for choice, with over 20 world-class museums and galleries, including the Gallery of Modern Art and the Kelvingrove Art Gallery. The music scene is equally scintillating, with venues such as the Royal Concert Hall. For those keen on shopping, bustling retail streets like Sauchiehall await.

Be it the Glasgow Cathedral, Necropolis or George Square, the most convenient way to see all of Glasgow is to drive from one spot to another. To get around and experience the city in all its glory, hire a car in Glasgow with Dollar Car Rental.

Our high-quality fleet of rental vehicles makes affordable and eco-friendly travel easy. Our rental cars in Glasgow include both electric and fuel models. Customers can choose from manual, automatic, mini, compact, intermediate and full-size models.

Hire a car in Glasgow with Dollar Car Rental and explore the city in utmost convenience and comfort.

Car Hire in Glasgow

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Glasgow International Airport

  • map icon CAR HIRE BUILDING CALEDONIA WAY, GLASGOW AP
  • time icon Mon-Fri 0800-1800, Sat-Sun 0800-1600
  • call icon 8433093031
  • Free Parking in Glasgow - 24-hour free parking in Glasgow is available around Glasgow Central, which gives you access to the city's most popular restaurants and tourist locations.
  • National Car Parks Glasgow - National Car Parks offer ample parking in prime areas of Glasgow near many of the city’s iconic tourist spots. Facilities are located on George Street, King Street, The Glass House, and Mitchell Street. These are paid parking facilities, and rates may vary based on location and time.
  • Electric Vehicle Charging - If your rental car is an EV, you may use these points for charging:
    • Chargeplace Scotland, 10 Stobcross Rd.
    • Chargemaster, 1 William Street.
    • BP Pulse, 28 Tunnel Street.
  • The speed limit on most city roads in the heart of Glasgow is 20-30 mph (48 km /hr).
  • For single-way roads in non-residential areas, the speed limit is 60 mph (97 km/hr)
  • On motorways or inter-city highways, the speed limit in Glasgow is 70 mph (113 km/hr)
  • Great Western Road (A82) - Extending between George Square and Inverness, this road passes by the Botanic Gardens and is lined with Edwardian and Victorian architecture.
  • Sauchiehall Street - This is one of Glasgow's most prominent shopping streets. Drive on this road, from Charing Cross to Argyle Street, to experience Glasgow's cultural treasures through prime locations such as Buchanan Gardens, St. Andrew House, and Willow Tearooms.
  • High Street - Extending from the Glasgow Cathedral to Glasgow Cross, this was Glasgow's main street in medieval times.
  • During rush hour in Glasgow, the most congested routes are the A82 Great Western Road, followed closely by the M74 Northbound and the M8 Westbound.
  • Morning rush hour commences at 7 AM, reaches its zenith at 8 AM, and continues until 9 AM. Meanwhile, the evening congestion is most pronounced between 5 and 6 PM.

Hire a car in Glasgow and go for a four-hour drive to Manchester to explore its rich industrial past and interactive museums.

  • Head out from Glasgow, going South on the M74.
  • Continue on the M74, to cross the Scotland-England Border. The motorway will merge into the M6.
  • Pass by Carlisle, the Lake District and Lancashire following the M61 and M60 motorways.
  • Take the exit to Manchester from the M60 to reach the heart of the city.

Frequently Asked Questions

A selection of questions regarding Dollar car hire in Glasgow.

Can I use my foreign driving licence in Glasgow?

To rent a car and drive in Glasgow, you need a European EEA driving licence or a licence issued in the USA, Canada, Australia, Malaysia, China or India.

What highways go around Glasgow?

Some of the significant highways around Glasgow include the M8 to Edinburgh, M77 to Kilmarnock, M73 to the English motorway system, and M898 to the Erskine Bridge.

Are there any specific rules related to using child safety seats in Glasgow?

When using Glasgow rental cars, children under the age of 12 and below 135cm in height must be put in a child safety car seat.

How should I drive in Glasgow when there are traffic circles or rotary intersections?

In Glasgow, you must drive through roundabouts clockwise. Keep left to use the first or second exit. Keep right to use the third exit.

How do I pay for EV charging in Glasgow?

Most EV charging stations in Glasgow use a payment app or a charge card. You can create an account for payments on the website of prominent providers such as Chargeplace and Chargemaster.

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FOR RENTALS IN ITALY - from 15th Nov to 15th Apr many cities in specific Italian regions are required by law to restrict rentals to only those vehicles equipped with snow chains or winter tyres. To comply with these regulations, Dollar equipped vehicles with snow chains - the price is included in the rental charges as Winterisation fee. Hence, for these vehicles there’s NO NEED TO BOOK snow chains as Extra.

IMPORTANT: Please check the rate details of your quotation on the right of this web page to verify if your booking includes Winterisation fee before booking snow chains in Italy.