Car and Van Rental Royston

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If you’re looking for a rental vehicle in Royston, whether you live in the town or you’re just visiting, we can help here at Rent Direct. With a wide range of vehicles in a variety of shapes and sizes, you can find the perfect one for your trip for however long you need it. Book easily online by selecting a Rent Direct hire vehicle today.

Royston is one of our Meet & Greet locations, which means we can meet you at our Mantles Kia Royston dealership on a pre-arranged basis with your vehicle for your convenience. Book online or by phone to secure your hire vehicle.
Mantles Kia York Way Royston Hertfordshire SG8 5HJ
Opening Hours
  • Monday09:00-16:30
  • Tuesday09:00-16:30
  • Wednesday09:00-16:30
  • Thursday09:00-16:30
  • Friday09:00-16:30
  • SaturdayClosed
  • SundayClosed
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What types of vehicles can you hire?

Car rental in Royston

The nature of your journey will dictate the kind of car you need; what you’re looking for if you’re gearing up for a family holiday is likely to differ from what you would need for a work trip. That’s why we offer a range of vehicle sizes, from the small and nippy cars like a Kia Picanto, to larger SUVs like the Hyundai Tucson, and even MPVs.

Get an idea of the full car fleet via the table below:

CategoryTypeModel
M1Small CarKia Picanto or similar
 
M2Compact CarMazda 2 or similar
 
M3Intermediate CarKia Ceed or similar
 
M4Large CarKia Sportage or similar
 
A2Compact AutoMazda 2 Hybrid Auto or similar 
 
A3Intermediate AutoKia XCeed Auto or similar
 
A4Large AutoHyundai Tucson Auto or similar
 
A4HLarge Hybrid AutoKia Sportage Hybrid Auto or similar
 
A5Full Size AutoSkoda Kodiaq Auto or similar
 
E3Intermediate EstateKia Ceed SW or similar

Van rental in Royston

Sometimes, you just need the extra room, whether you’re transporting all your belongings to a new home, or you simply need to pick up some chunky DIY materials. Our van hire at Rent Direct is made possible by our fleet of high-quality vans, from car-derived vans to long wheelbase models from popular commercial vehicle manufacturers.

However long you need a temporary commercial vehicle, you can be assured of an excellent van, with customer service to match. 

Get an idea of the full van fleet via the table below:

CategoryTypeModel
V1Car Derived VanVauxhall Combo L1 or similar
 
V2SWB Van (Short Wheelbase)Ford Transit Custom L1 or similar
 
V2ASWB Van Auto (Short Wheelbase Automatic)Ford Transit Custom L2 Auto or similar
 
V2+SWB+ Van (Short Wheelbase Plus)Ford Transit Custom L2 or similar
 
V2CSWB Crew Cab Van (Short Wheelbase)VW Transporter Kombi or similar
 
V3LWB Van (Long Wheelbase)Ford Transit L3 H2 or similar
 
V3ALWB Van Auto (Long Wheelbase Automatic)Ford Transit L3 H2 Auto or similar
 
V4XLWB Van (Extra Long Wheelbase)Mercedes Sprinter L3 H2 or similar
 
V5Luton Van with Tail LiftFord Transit Luton L3 or similar
 
V5Luton Van with Tail LiftFord Transit Luton L4 or similar

What areas do we cover?

We of course serve those living in and visiting Royston, but we’re also easily accessible from the surrounding area, including Melbourn, Buntingford, Baldock, and Ashwell. 

Why choose Rent Direct?

Car or van hire is usually a small part of a much larger plan, and complications can really throw a spanner in the works. Rent Direct understands car and van hire pain points, and therefore work tirelessly to erase them from your experience with us. Quite simply, you get the vehicle you need at a fantastic price, with the benefit of our local knowledge to boot! 

  • Easily book online, by phone, or in person
  • Close to Royston station 
  • A wide variety of cars and vans ready to go
  • Long term hires available
  • Competitive pricing

Where is Rent Direct Royston?

Rent Direct Royston is located within our Mantles Kia dealership in the northern part of Royston. We’re just a 10-minute walk from Royston train station, too! 

Directions to our Royston location

Find us just off the A505 - go straight on at the Tesco roundabout and turn right at the next one, you’ll find our Kia dealership on the right. You’ll see our bold Mantles Kia branding on the building - you can’t miss us. If you’re heading from the station, simply turn left, walk along Old North Road and onto York Way until you reach us. 

Discover Royston 

We count ourselves lucky to be located in a town that’s both bustling and beautiful. Surrounded by rural Hertfordshire, Royston has a rich history; we recommend a wander through the town on foot to see it in all its glory - there’s plenty of parking for your rental vehicle! Royston is also famous for its mysterious cave, complete with ancient carvings, the origins of which are still unknown; it’s open to visitors, so have a look for yourself.

FAQs

Is insurance included in the hire price? 

Yes, you’ll be insured on the vehicle you’re hiring for the duration of the rental period - it’s all included in the price we quote. 

How much fuel will the vehicle be supplied with?

Your hire car or van will be handed over to you with a full tank of fuel. All we ask is that you hand it back with a full tank of fuel, too. 

Are long term rentals possible? 

Yes, we do offer long term rentals - get in touch directly if you’d like to hire a car or van for an extended period. 

Can I take the car or van abroad?

No, this is not permitted; our vehicles are only to be used on the UK mainland.

What happens if the car or van I’m hiring breaks down? 

In the unlikely event of a breakdown, you’re covered as standard - that’s included in the price too. 

Do you offer corporate vehicle hire? 

Yes, we do - speak to us for further information. 

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