Compare car hire at Heathrow Terminal 2 and find the correct collection route for major rental companies serving passengers arriving at London Heathrow Airport (LHR).

Many Terminal 2 car hire companies use courtesy shuttle buses to rental locations around the airport perimeter. For several major suppliers, the key collection point after leaving Terminal 2 arrivals is bus stops 7 and 8 on the ground floor outside the arrivals hall.

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How Car Hire Works at Heathrow Terminal 2

Terminal 2 is one of Heathrow's main international passenger terminals. Car hire collection does not mean that every rental vehicle is parked directly outside the terminal.

Several major rental companies operate from dedicated airport-perimeter facilities and provide shuttle transport from Terminal 2. Other suppliers use different terminal-specific arrangements, so the instructions attached to your reservation should always take priority.

Terminal 2 Car Hire Collection Route

A simple arrival-to-rental journey for passengers landing at Heathrow T2.

HEATHROW T2

Arrive at T2

Complete passport control where required.

Collect Luggage

Retrieve your bags before leaving the secure arrivals area.

Check Your Supplier

Confirm the shuttle or collection instructions on your reservation.

Take the Shuttle

For applicable suppliers, head to the specified Terminal 2 bus stop.

7 & 8 TERMINAL 2 BUS STOPS

Why Bus Stops 7 & 8 Matter for Terminal 2 Car Hire

Several major Heathrow rental companies currently direct Terminal 2 passengers to bus stops 7 and 8 on the ground floor outside the arrivals hall.

This currently includes Avis, Hertz, Enterprise and the Enterprise-operated Alamo Heathrow service.

Do not assume every rental company uses these stops. Always check your supplier's current instructions because collection arrangements can change.

Car Hire Companies Serving Heathrow Terminal 2

STOPS 7 & 8

Avis Car Hire Terminal 2

Avis currently directs Terminal 2 passengers to bus stops 7 and 8 for the Avis Budget shuttle to its Central Heathrow operation at Northrop Road.

Avis Heathrow guide →

STOPS 7 & 8

Hertz Car Hire Terminal 2

Hertz currently provides a free shuttle from Terminal 2 bus stops 7 and 8 to its rental car park on Northern Perimeter Road West.

Hertz Heathrow guide →

STOPS 7 & 8

Enterprise Car Hire Terminal 2

Enterprise directs Terminal 2 arrivals to bus stops 7 and 8. Its current Heathrow guidance says the courtesy shuttle operates approximately every 5-8 minutes.

Enterprise Heathrow guide →

STOPS 7 & 8

Alamo Car Hire Terminal 2

Alamo operates from the Enterprise Heathrow location and currently uses the same Terminal 2 shuttle arrangement from bus stops 7 and 8.

Alamo Heathrow guide →

T2 LOCATION

Sixt Car Hire Terminal 2

Sixt uses a different Heathrow arrangement from the perimeter-road shuttle companies, with a Terminal 2 location serving T2 passengers directly.

Sixt Heathrow guide →

STOPS 7 & 8

Budget Car Hire Terminal 2

Budget uses the Avis Budget Heathrow shuttle network, with Terminal 2 passengers currently directed to bus stops 7 and 8 for the central Heathrow operation.

Budget Heathrow guide →

T2 SERVED

Europcar Car Hire Terminal 2

Europcar currently includes Terminal 2 among the Heathrow terminals served through its airport car-hire transfer arrangements. Follow the collection instructions supplied with your reservation.

Europcar Heathrow guide →

For a broader comparison, see our Heathrow Airport car hire companies guide.

Terminal 2 to Your Hire Car: Step by Step

Arrivals Leave baggage reclaim.

Ground Floor Follow your supplier's directions.

Bus Stop For many suppliers this is 7 or 8.

Rental Shuttle Board the correct supplier vehicle.

Rental Branch Complete collection and inspect your car.

Don't board purely because a bus says “car hire”. Check the rental-company name and your reservation instructions before boarding the shuttle.

What to Have Ready for Car Hire Collection

Driving Licence

Bring the valid physical driving licence required under your supplier's rental terms.

Identification

International visitors and some bookings may require a passport or other accepted photographic ID.

Payment Card

Check the payment and deposit rules for your selected supplier and vehicle category before travelling.

Booking Details

Keep your reservation reference and current Terminal 2 collection instructions easily accessible.

Choosing a Rental Car at Heathrow Terminal 2

Small Cars

Useful for couples, solo travellers and journeys involving city parking.

Family Cars

Look for sufficient luggage capacity as well as passenger seating.

SUVs

A larger vehicle can suit longer journeys and travellers carrying more luggage.

Automatic Cars

Popular with international visitors who prefer not to combine left-hand traffic with a manual gearbox.

See our automatic car hire Heathrow guide for more information.

Driving from Heathrow Terminal 2

Heathrow Terminal 2's postcode is TW6 1EW. Heathrow currently advises drivers approaching Terminals 2 and 3 to use M4 Junction 4 or M25 Junction 15 and follow airport signs.

M4

Provides access towards London as well as Windsor, Reading, Bristol and destinations further west.

M25

Useful for travelling around Greater London and connecting with major routes towards other parts of southern England.

Central London

Check current ULEZ and Congestion Charge requirements before driving into areas where charges may apply.

Returning a Hire Car When Flying from Terminal 2

Your rental vehicle will normally be returned to the address specified by the rental company—not directly to Terminal 2 arrivals.

For example, Avis currently directs T2-T4 returns to its Northrop Road operation, while Enterprise returns go to its Northern Perimeter Road branch.

Allow sufficient time to return the vehicle, complete any required fuel or charging stop, hand back the keys and use the supplier's transfer back to Terminal 2 before airline check-in.

Car Hire at Other Heathrow Terminals

Arriving at a different Heathrow terminal? Use our terminal-specific car hire guides to check rental-company collection arrangements, shuttle information and practical arrival advice.

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Heathrow Terminal 4 Car Hire

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Heathrow Terminal 5 Car Hire

Compare supplier locations, collection points and shuttle connections serving Heathrow Terminal 5.

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Compare Heathrow Car Hire Companies

Compare Avis, Hertz, Enterprise, Alamo, Sixt, Budget and Europcar and see how their Heathrow collection arrangements differ.

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Automatic Car Hire Heathrow

Find out more about choosing an automatic rental car at Heathrow Airport, including options for international visitors.

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Heathrow Airport Car Hire

Return to our main Heathrow Airport car hire guide for rental comparisons, airport information and driving advice.

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Heathrow Terminal 2 Car Hire FAQs

Where do I collect a hire car at Heathrow Terminal 2?

The exact collection route depends on the rental company. Several major suppliers use courtesy shuttles from Terminal 2 to airport-perimeter rental locations.

Where are the car hire shuttle stops at Terminal 2?

Avis, Budget, Hertz, Enterprise and Alamo currently use bus stops 7 and 8 on the ground floor outside Terminal 2 arrivals. Other suppliers can use different arrangements.

Does Avis serve Heathrow Terminal 2?

Yes. Avis currently directs Terminal 2 passengers to bus stops 7 and 8 for its shuttle to the Central Heathrow location at Northrop Road.

Where do I collect Hertz at Heathrow Terminal 2?

Hertz currently directs Terminal 2 customers to bus stops 7 and 8 for its free shuttle to Northern Perimeter Road West.

Where is Enterprise car hire from Terminal 2?

Enterprise currently uses bus stops 7 and 8 and states that its Heathrow shuttle operates approximately every 5-8 minutes.

Can I hire a car from Sixt at Terminal 2?

Yes. Sixt has a Terminal 2 Heathrow operation. Check your current reservation for its precise collection instructions.

Can I hire an automatic car at Heathrow Terminal 2?

Yes. Automatic vehicles are available from Heathrow rental companies, subject to fleet availability for your travel dates.

What documents do I need for Heathrow Terminal 2 car hire?

Requirements depend on the supplier and renter, but typically include a valid physical driving licence, appropriate identification, booking details and an accepted payment card.

What postcode should I use for Heathrow Terminal 2?

Heathrow lists Terminal 2's postcode as TW6 1EW. For returning a rental car, however, use your rental company's return address rather than the passenger-terminal postcode.

Should I allow extra time when returning a hire car before a Terminal 2 flight?

Yes. Allow time for reaching the rental return location, refuelling or charging if required, vehicle handover and the shuttle or transfer back to Terminal 2.

How We Research Heathrow Terminal 2 Car Hire

1st UK Car Rentals checks current supplier and airport information when preparing its Heathrow terminal guides.

For this Terminal 2 guide we reviewed current Heathrow information and current collection instructions published by major rental companies serving the airport.

We only publish specific shuttle-stop numbers where current supplier information supports them. Where arrangements are less clearly published, we direct travellers to their current reservation rather than presenting historic airport information as current fact.

Airport collection arrangements can change, so your current rental reservation and Heathrow signage should take priority on your travel date.

Fact checked: 16 September 2026.

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