Car Hire in Paddington

Hiring a car in Paddington: how it works

It's very simple to rent a car in your local area! All you have to do is:

• Create an account

You'll have to register with us and complete a profile with some information - this does include a driver's license!

• Search for a car

Enter Paddington into the search bar, as well as the the ideal times for you to pick up and drop off the vehicle. You'll then be able to see all the cars in your local area that are available to share with you. From there you can also filter these options down by transmission and by vehicle type.

• Make a booking request

Once you've found the vehicle you're looking for, select it and review the associated costs. With that you make your payment at the checkout and wait to hear from the vehicle's owner who'll give you confimation.

• Pick up your car from a neighbour in Paddington!

With the booking confirmed, simply meet the owner at the address, confirm the car's condition, mileage and fuel, then you are ready to drive away!

FAQs for Car Rental in Paddington

How does dropping off a car work?

With the hiyacar app it’s very simple. Take photos of the exterior of the car with the app, making sure to note any damage if there is any and also record the fuel level. For more information, visit our help centre here.

Who handles the insurance?

We have an insurance policy that will supersede the car Owners policy for the time of hire.

What’s the minimum age to hire a car?

You must be 23 to use our platform, with a clean license and 2 or more years of driving experience. For more information, visit our help centre here.

Things to do in Paddington

An area in the midst of a regeneration, Barking boasts a unique mix of old and new featuring beautiful architectural rarities in the form of Edwardian and Victorian housing interspersing modern high-rise apartment buildings. A quiet area with a booming shopping scene and home to some great local restaurants, pubs and family-friendly activities, Barking can be a welcome change from the hustle and bustle of central London. Hire a car in Barking and get on your way to exploring.

Paddington Station

London Paddington is a huge attraction for visitors from across the world. A grade I listed building in its own right, the station has been standing and in operation since the 1800s. Having undergone several renovations since then, the building has still retained its recognisable arch shape in the main train shed. Throughout the station there are various shops, cafes and restaurants. You may even see a few homages to famous characters tied to the station’s history. There is also a pay and display car park attached to the station, which means there’s plenty of opportunities to park up your hired car and explore!

Paddington Bear Statue

You can’t talk about Paddington Station without mentioning Paddington Bear. As told in the book, Paddington Station is where Paddington Bear first met his adoptive family, The Browns. To commemorate this, a life-size Paddington Bear statue was designed and built to sit on platform 1. This bronze sculpture was designed by Marcus Cornish and unveiled in 2000 and remains a big crowd drawer to this day.

Alexander Fleming Laboratory

Just a few minutes from the station, attached to St. Mary’s Hospital, is Alexander Fleming’s Laboratory. This hidden gem has been restored to its original 1928 condition, complete with era-appropriate equipment. Inside you can view exhibits which tell the story of Fleming’s discovery of penicillin, whilst also telling visitors more about the man’s life before and after the discovery.

Top Locations in Central London

For a more precise London car hire location, either search in the box above or view the areas below:

• Chelsea
• Islington
• Kensington
• Marylebone
• Paddinngton
• Pentonville
• Victoria