Make sure you have a full tank of gas, because Oxford is worth a detour. Located 25 miles from High Wycombe, it offers up some wonderful attractions, such as Ashmolean Museum and Christ Church College. Get set to rack up those miles, because Hyde Park and O2 Arena are also a rewarding day trip. You’ll find these well-known sights in London, 28 miles away.

Here are our top tips on how to jump behind the wheel of a rental car with some savings in your wallet:

• Our hard-working filter feature will soon be your new bestie. Scan the cheapest discounts from all of the top car rental companies as quick as a flash
• Keep your eyes on your inbox for our awesome Price Drop Alert. We’ll let you know about all the amazing bargains cruising around your next vacation destination
• Before you pick up your keys and get behind the wheel, check both airport and non-airport pickup and drop-off office locations to make sure you’re getting your hands on the best deal around
• If you’re not bothered about which day of the week you collect the keys to your car and your travel plans are flexible, play around with days and dates to find the best rates
• Try to keep your pickup time and your drop-off time the same. If you return your rental car later than you picked it up, you may be charged an extra day unnecessarily
• If you’re in the mood to save a pretty penny, pay as soon as you book and bag some of the best rates around
• Don’t let the deal you’ve been searching for slip through your fingers. Book as soon as you can and secure your dream ride.

Having your own car in High Wycombe will give you more flexibility to go wherever you want. Maybe you’re eager to head out of the city, explore country lanes, and go wherever the wind takes you. If so, drive off in one of our full-size or mid-size SUVs and take in the rocky coastlines in the surrounding area. If you’d prefer to experience the bright lights of the city, something small is a good idea. Navigating bustling streets and heavy traffic will be a whole lot easier with a compact or mini car.

You’ll be pleased to hear that there’s a huge variety of both economy and luxury rental vehicles on offer in High Wycombe. What you go with depends on what you’re willing to spend and what you’re planning to do. Specialty and prestige vehicles are all about comfort and class. If you’re splashing out, why not go for a fully kitted-out SUV, or perhaps a fancy medium-sized sedan? Otherwise, if you just need a set of wheels to whiz around town in as cheaply as possible, you’re better off choosing a budget compact vehicle (or something else that’s unlikely to break the bank).

From its high-speed highways to its suburban streets, discovering High Wycombe is a piece of cake with your own set of wheels. But before you merge into the fast lane, here’s what you need to know about motoring around this city:

Stick to the left side of the road in High Wycombe. If you plan to explore this destination on wheels, take note that the steering wheel will be on the right. It may take a little getting used to!

Scoring a parking space in High Wycombe isn’t too hard. Of course, it depends on the time and place — it could be tricky parking in the very center during peak periods.

As with most destinations, roads get busier in the morning and afternoon rush hours. However, thanks to its smaller population of roughly 133,200, traffic isn’t much of an issue in High Wycombe.

While cruising through the streets of High Wycombe, keep in mind that the speed limits usually range from 30mph to 70mph. Residential zones are 30mph unless signed otherwise.

Most of the time, your rental company will charge the fined amount to your credit card. Alternatively, the company may provide your contact information to the relevant local authority so they can send a fine directly to you.

It is against the law to use your cell phone while driving a car in High Wycombe, and you may even be charged a fine for simply handling your phone when you’re in control of a vehicle. However, using hands-free or Bluetooth functions is permitted, as long as you keep your attention on the road.

The legal BAC (blood alcohol content) limit while driving in High Wycombe is 0.08%. If you’ve got a big night planned, leave your wheels behind and organize a different way of getting home instead.

No. In High Wycombe, red means stop, with no exceptions. When approaching a set of traffic lights, always maintain a safe speed so you can easily stop when you need to.

Although there are some exceptions, seat belts are mandatory in Wycombe District.