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Car Insurance

Temporary car insurance over the weekend

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1 hour to 4 weeks

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Instant temporary
cover in minutes

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Drivers age
range 21-74

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From
1hr-28 days

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Flexible
pay-as-you-go cover

How to get temporary car insurance for the weekend

It’s quick and easy to get weekend car insurance for your own or someone else’s car. Get temporary car insurance in just 3 steps:

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Complete our quick and simple online form

Get a quote and choose the right one for you

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Get a Quote online

Pay online for instant short-term car insurance

Car Insurance
For the Weekend

Needing a car for the weekend? One Day Insurance offers affordable short-term car insurance for weekend car use. Whether it’s your own car or someone else’s, our temporary insurance coverage ensures you’re protected all weekend

We offer comprehensive insurance options that are tailored to individuals who require coverage for a shorter duration, covering you for only the time you need. We provide a quick and easy alternative to traditional annual car insurance policies, all the while protecting the owner’s No Claims Discount. The process is hassle-free and cost-effective, letting you enjoy your weekend knowing you’ve got a comprehensive temporary insurance policy to protect you from any bumps along the way.

Weekend car insurance is perfect for those off on a weekend adventure and need car insurance for their own car or someone else’s. Whether you’re going on a mini road trip or off to a wedding, secure comprehensive cover for the precise time period you require. It is important that you have dependable and valid car insurance when you’re behind the wheel. Get this coverage today through One Day Insurance.

Weekend car insurance is ideal for:

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Borrowing a friend or family member's car

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Weekends away

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Short road trips around the UK

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Visiting friends and family

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Getting to weddings or other big events

However you’re enjoying your weekend, spend it knowing you’re covered with One Day Insurance’s fully comprehensive temporary car insurance policies.

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What is a weekend car insurance policy?

Weekend car insurance is a simple and flexible temporary insurance solution, whether it’s for your own car or you’re borrowing a friend or family member’s car. Temporary car insurance cover provides you with the same comprehensive coverage as an annual insurance policy but without the cost or commitment. Short-term car insurance grants you the flexibility to adapt your insurance to your individual needs, meaning you get the cover you need for only as long as you need.

Getting short-term car insurance for the weekend is quick and easy with One Day Insurance.

What does weekend insurance cover?

Weekend insurance offers comprehensive cover as standard, providing you with peace of mind that both you and your vehicle are safeguarded from any unexpected mishaps. This comprehensive protection encompasses theft, vandalism, and liability, allowing you to enjoy your weekend without unnecessary worry or hassle.

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Insure cars from 1 hour to up to 28 days

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Protect owner's No Claims Discount

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Covers vehicle Value Indemnity £1,000 minimum and £50,000 maximum

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Insurance for the UK only

Read our temporary car insurance policy in full for more information. 

Insure a car today with One Day Insurance’s tailored temporary car insurance for your weekend travels. Fill out our quick and easy online form and get temporary car insurance in minutes!

Who is eligible for weekend car insurance?

To be eligible for our temporary car insurance policies, you and your vehicle must meet the following requirements:

Drivers

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Aged 21-74

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UK resident for 2+ years

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Have full UK Licence for 6+ months

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ABI group 1-45

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<6 points on your licence

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No previous driving bans

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Has a current permanent UK address

Vehicles

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Vehicle is owned by family or friend, is a courtesy or lease car

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Vehicle is not a hire or rental vehicle

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Your usual vehicle is not impounded by the police

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Minimum car value £1000

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Maximum car value £50,000

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SDP, SDP+C, Class 1 business use only

Read more about the eligibility criteria for our short-term car insurance

What information is required to get temporary car insurance for the weekend?

In order to get you on the road as quickly as possible, we will need the following information:

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UK
Driving Licence

Valid UK driving licence (for 6+ months)

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Choose Duration

Choose your car insurance duration, from 1hr to 28 days

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Details
About You

Your personal details; name, date of birth, home address and driver’s licence number

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Details
About Vehicle

Vehicles details; registration number, make and model,

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How much does weekend car insurance cover cost?

Temporary car insurance for weekend travel provides budget-friendly and adaptable coverage that perfectly matches your short-term needs. Get weekend car insurance, commencing from just £36.36. The cost of temporary car insurance is contingent upon various factors that determine the total expense of your temporary cover.

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Prior accidents:

Previous claims will affect the cost for temporary car insurance policies via One Day Insurance

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Personal info:

Certain personal factors, including age and driving experience, are considered in your quote

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Vehicle type:

The size and model of your vehicle can impact the cost for temporary cover

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Location:

Certain areas are deemed higher risk, therefore, location is taken into account for your quote

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Policy length:

The length of cover you require will impact the cost of your short-term insurance quote

Whether you need comprehensive cover for your own car or someone else’s car, One Day Insurance can provide temporary car insurance that is right for you!

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Temporary Car Insurance FAQs

Our weekend policies include comprehensive coverage as standard, ensuring protection not only for damage to other vehicles but also for the car you are driving. This encompasses accidents, theft, fire, vandalism, and natural disasters, providing a broader financial safeguard for the policyholder compared to third-party or third-party, fire and theft policies.

The primary difference between annual and temporary car insurance is in the name – annual car insurance is a policy that covers you over the course of a year, whilst temporary car insurance provides cover during a specific time period, ranging from an hour to a month. The key benefit of this temporary coverage is its flexibility and freedom, ideal for borrowing a friend or family member’s car, test drives, road trips, or any situation requiring temporary vehicle protection without the obligations of a long-term commitment. There are a host of other differences and benefits for annual vs temporary car insurance which you can read about in our blog comparing the two types of car insurance policies.

Whilst you cannot extend your One Day Insurance policy, should you need comprehensive cover for longer than you planned, you are able to arrange a new short-term policy quick and simple by completing the online form. You may cancel your temporary insurance policy before the end of the cover period, although no refund will be given.

We ensure the timely upload of new policy data to the Motor Insurance Database (MID) daily, even on holidays and weekends. The information should become available on the MID within just 2-3 hours after we have submitted your information. Read more about the MID and why it is relevant to your temporary car insurance policy.

Since temporary insurance is short-term and separate from your regular annual insurance policy, any claims made under temporary coverage should not affect the No-Claims Discount associated with your main policy.

No, at One Day Insurance we cannot provide short-term cover for learner drivers over the weekend.

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