Can I still drive a Zipcar during the Covid-19 outbreak?

Zipcar has been classed as an essential service by the UK government, and is in operation during the outbreak of COVID0-19. However, we ask all our members to follow the latest government advice, as well as follow basic hygiene measures before and after every drive. Take a look here at what we’re doing to protect our members, and asking of our members too.

How do I join Zipcar?

Just apply online . Make sure you have a picture of your driving licence ready, and we’ll check you’re you. Approval can take as little 2 hours or sometimes up to 2 days if we need more information from you. Once you get your approval email, you’re good to go.

How much does Zipcar cost?

You've got a choice of 3 membership plans: Basic is free, Smart is £6 /month and Plus is £15 /month. On any plan you can book a Flex by the minute, or a Roundtrip by the hour or the day and pay for what you use. Price it out .

How soon can I drive with Zipcar?

First, sign up . Your approval can take as little 2 hours or sometimes up to 2 days. Once you’re all set, you’re ready to drive – just book via the app.

Are there Zipcars near me?

Thousands of Zipcars live in London alone, and we’re adding more all the time. Pop your address in the search bar below to find Zipcars near you.

What types of cars can I drive?

We’ve a range of makes and models for you to choose from so you can pick a car that suits your needs (or just your mood). We have everything from Flex’s electric vehicles to Volkswagen Golfs, Polos and vans - and even unbranded luxury vehicles.

How many miles are included?

60 miles each day – no matter where you drive. Extra miles cost from £0.25 per mile. Learn more. We also cover your Congestion Charge, and all our vehicles are ULEZ compliant – so everything’s taken care of.

It sure is. Just use the fuel card on the side of the dashboard when you need to fill up. Every car should have at least 1/4 tank to start with (please bring yours back that way, too.) Our e-Golfs are charged overnight by our team, so they’re good to go whenever you are.

How is car sharing impacted by the Covid-19 crisis?

Zipcar is still available to book in the UK, however you can only use Zipcar for essential journeys – find out more here about what we are doing to help keep our members safe. Zipcar is offering all NHS staff 50% off journeys – find out more here .

Can I drive a Zipcar under the age of 25?

People between the ages of 23 and 25 can drive a Zipcar. There is a surcharge applied to all drivers under the age of 25 at £1.50 per hour or £18 per day for Roundtrip and £0.04 per minute, £2 per hour and £14 per day for Flex.

How do I join Zipcar?

Just apply online. Make sure you have your driving license and credit card handy. Approval can take as little 2 hours or sometimes up to 2 days if we need more information from you. Once you get your approval email, you’re good to go.

How much does Zipcar cost?

You've got a choice of 3 membership plans: Basic has no monthly cost but does require a £10 application fee that is returned in driving credit once approved, Smart is £6 /month and Plus is £15 /month. Customers on monthly plans get their membership fee back in credit each month. The cost of renting a Zipcar varies depending on the plan you're on, the day you're driving, the city you're in and the vehicle you choose. Vehicle rates start from £6.00/hour for Roundtrip and from £14/hour for Flex. To see the most up-to-date prices for your plan, check the app.

How soon can I drive with Zipcar?

First, sign up. Your approval can take as little 2 hours or sometimes up to 2 days. Once your application is approved, you’re ready to drive – just book via the app.

Are there Zipcars near me?

We have thousands of cars and vans across London, Bristol, Cambridge and Oxford, and we’re adding more all the time.

What types of cars can I drive?

We have a range of makes and models for you to choose from so you can pick a car that suits your needs (or just your mood). We have everything from hatchbacks, SUVs, vans and hundreds of electric vehicles too.

Yes, just use the fuel card in the car when you need to pay at any petrol station. Every car should have at least ¼ tank to start with (please bring yours back that way, too.) Our Electric Vehicles are charged overnight by our team, so they’re good to go whenever you are, just make sure you have enough range to get to your destination.

How many miles are included?

60 miles each day – no matter where you drive. Extra miles cost from £0.29 per mile. Learn more. We also cover your Congestion Charge, and all our vehicles are ULEZ compliant – so everything’s taken care of.

How does Zipcar insurance work?

All Zipcar members in good standing have third party auto liability. Members are responsible for a £750 damage fee (£1,000 for higher risk members) per incident, which can be reduced or eliminated with an optional damage fee waiver. Learn more.

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Access 3,000 cars and vans near you

Zipcar is the UK’s biggest and most popular car-sharing club. Join online and get access to over 3,000 cars and vans accessible in convenient roadside locations all via our app. Its city living made simpler, smarter and greener.

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How Zipcar works

Join online. Once you’re a member you’ll have access to book Roundtrip cars and vans, and our one-way service. Just download the app, reserve, and drive.

Join Zipcar

Apply online, all you need is your driving license and payment card. Once you’re approved, you’re good to go.

Search and book

Use the app to find vehicles near you. Use Roundtrip to hire by the hour or day. Use Zipcar Flex for short one-way trips across town.

End your trip

When you’re done, return your Roundtrip vehicle to the same bay you got it from. For Flex, make sure you end your trip in an approved location.

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Roundtrip and Flex

There are two ways to travel with Zipcar. Roundtrip is perfect for when you’re looking for a car or van for a couple of hours, a day or more. Flex is there for one-way travel across London or to the airport. Perfect for commuting, heading to a friend’s place or getting your shopping home. What’s more, our Flex fleet has over 700 electric vehicles.

Zipcar Roundtrip return to the same designated bay

Why Zipcar?

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Save money

We pay for fuel, parking, Congestion Charge and insurance – so you get access to a car without all the hassle of owning one!

Rent a car locally

Zipcars live just around the corner. We've got the largest car sharing fleet in the UK (not that we're boasting) and you'll find us in cities across the UK.

Drive on-demand

Whatever you need wheels for, we’ve got them. Rent cars and vans by the minute, hour or day when and where you need them.

Live greener

We’re the perfect addition to buses, trains and bikes for those times when you just need a car. We've also got hundreds of electric cars in our fleet.