Visiting Oxford? Enterprise offers convenient car and van hire to help you get started.
Oxford is one of the most recognisable and historic cities in England. Famous worldwide for its prestigious university, it combines striking medieval architecture with the lively atmosphere of a modern, student city. Cobbled lanes, grand colleges and the River Thames all add to Oxford’s charm. The city centre is packed with restaurants, shops and museums such as the Ashmolean, as well as quirky bookshops and cafés. The surrounding areas offer a quieter pace with grand mansions, parks and leafy suburbs. Whether you’re here for study, business or a weekend break, Oxford’s mix of history, culture and green spaces make it an interesting and enjoyable place to explore.
Hiring a car in Oxford gives travellers the flexibility to enjoy both the city and the beautiful countryside around it. Many of Oxford’s highlights are best reached by car, especially those outside the main centre. A compact automatic car is ideal for navigating narrow streets or visiting nearby towns. Larger groups or families can choose a 7-seater or 9-seater people carrier for added comfort on longer journeys.
Van hire in Oxford is equally practical for moving house, transporting goods or supporting small business deliveries. Enterprise offers a wide range of vehicles, from small vans for local use to large vans and Luton vans for heavier loads.
The main roads around Oxford connect easily to the A34 and M40, making day trips to the Cotswolds, London or Birmingham simple and direct. Having your own vehicle makes it easier to reach remote villages, enjoy scenic drives and discover hidden gems across Oxfordshire.
Oxford offers a rich mix of attractions, both in the city and nearby. The Bodleian Library is one of the oldest libraries in Europe and a must-see for anyone interested in history or literature. Its architecture and rare collections bear witness to centuries of scholarship. Blenheim Palace, a short drive away, is a magnificent UNESCO World Heritage Site surrounded by landscaped gardens and parkland. Visitors can tour the palace, walk the grounds or attend seasonal events. For a taste of the countryside, the rolling hills of the Cotswolds are within easy reach with pretty stone villages and welcoming pubs. Each village has its own charm, making it perfect for relaxed drives and photo stops. Travellers can also head to Bicester Village for great bargains on designer goods or take a peaceful walk along the Thames Path for scenic views of the river.
Whether you’re traveling solo, with family, or in a group, we have the right car for your trip. Our fleet includes economy cars to premium models, as well as family vehicles and SUVs. For larger groups, we offer spacious 7-seaters and 9-seater people carriers.
Choose from petrol, diesel, hybrid or electric engines, with manual or automatic transmissions available.
If you need extras such as GPS, child seats, or additional drivers. Let us know your requirements and we’ll arrange everything for you.
Whether it’s for a DIY project, moving house or business use, we have a wide selection of modern vans available for short-term and long-term hire.
We also offer one-way van hire, perfect for house moves or when you are travelling across the country and don’t need to return to your starting point.
All our vans can be driven on a standard licence and are clean, easy to drive and ready when you are. Our branch team will happily show you around your vehicle before you set off.
Whether you need a vehicle for just one day, a week, a month or longer, our flexible rental periods will meet your needs.
If it doesn’t suit you to return the vehicle to the same branch where you picked it up, we also offer one-way car hire, allowing you to drop the vehicle back to a different branch.
If you can’t get to your nearest Enterprise branch, we can come and collect you, then drop you back after your hire. Your local branch will confirm availability when they call to finalise your booking.
At Enterprise, we believe in transparent pricing with no hidden fees and no surprises so when we give you the Total Price, that is what you will pay.
You can also save up to 15% off your car and van hire costs when you pay in advance for your rental.
We are committed to providing the best service possible and exceeding our customers’ expectations for service, quality and value.
With over 400 branches across the UK, you’ll always find an Enterprise car and van hire location that works for you.
Enterprise offers more than just traditional car and van hire. For commercial clients, our business rental team can tailor a mobility solution to suit your needs and budget.
In the UK we also operate:
Enterprise Car Club for pay-as-you-go car hire.
Enterprise Flex-E-Rent for specialist commercial vehicle hire.
Exotic Car Collection by Enterprise for luxury vehicle hire.
Enterprise operates in over 90 countries worldwide. You’ll find our branches in major cities, airports and train stations.
All Enterprise locations offer the same great customer service and wide vehicle selection, so you can rely on us wherever your journey takes you.
For additional questions, please visit our main car hire FAQs page.