Car Hire in Ireland
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Cheapest Car Hire Rates
Dublin Airport
Mini
Fiat 500
or comparable
£8.24
per day
Shannon Airport
Economy
Volkswagen Polo
or comparable
£9.27
per day
Shannon Airport
Compact
Opel Astra
or comparable
£17.83
per day
City Centre
Intermediate
Ford Mondeo
or comparable
£29.36
per day
Most Popular Car Hire Deals
Shannon Airport
Standard
Skoda Octavia
or comparable
£42.64
per day
Dublin Airport
Premium
BMW 3 Series
or comparable
£61.72
per day
Shannon Airport
Full-size
Volkswagen Arteon
or comparable
£63.48
per day
City Centre
Intermediate Elite Crossover
Mercedes Benz EQB
or comparable
£90.31
per day
These prices are approximate and depend on the dates of the booking, hire length and type of car. This information was last updated at 05:28 on 2024-07-13.
Travel Information
Languages
English, Irish
Currency
EUR
Drive on
Left-hand side
Dialing code
+353
Average car hire price
£40 per day
Average car hire length
6 days
Speed limit within city centre
30 - 50 km/h or 19 - 31 mph
Speed limit out of city centre
80 - 120 km/h or 50 - 75 mph
Acceptable limit of BAC
0.05%
Average petrol price
£1.53 per litre or £5.81 per gallon
Lowest petrol price
£1.36 per litre or £5.14 per gallon
Highest petrol price
£1.69 per litre or £6.39 per gallon
One-way Car Hire in Ireland
Here are the most popular one-way car hire options for pickup in Ireland and drop off in another country:
- From Ireland to United Kingdom - 155 offers from £31.11 per day
The 11 most popular cities in Ireland
Map of Car Hire Destinations
In which month is car hire in Ireland the most affordable?
Prices for hiring a car in Ireland fluctuate depending on the time of year. This table and graph can help you find the best bargain.
Average price for hiring a car per day in Ireland
The best month to hire a car in Ireland is February — when the average price for a hire is £13.06 per day. This is 56% less than the yearly average and 77% less than hiring a car in August (when the average price is £57.32 per day).
This information can help you determine the low season. But note that these prices are only averages. The cost of your hire is determined by the type of car you select, the length of time you hire it for and how much in advance you book. Simply type in your dates in the form at the top of the page in order to find out the exact prices.
This information can help you determine the low season. But note that these prices are only averages. The cost of your hire is determined by the type of car you select, the length of time you hire it for and how much in advance you book. Simply type in your dates in the form at the top of the page in order to find out the exact prices.
How many days do people keep their hire cars, on average, in Ireland?
How long renters typically keep their vehicle sometimes varies depending on the time of year. Travelers tend to keep their rental cars longer in July — an average of 7 days. They tend to keep them for a shorter time in January — an average of 5 days.
Average number of hire days in Ireland
Which month is most favoured for hiring a car in Ireland?
Given the number of customers searching for a car in Ireland, August is the most popular, while January is the month that sees the lowest demand.
Monthly Car Hire Searches in Ireland Compared to the Yearly Average
Car hire information
| Car hire locations | 36 |
| Airport locations | 6 |
| Popular suppliers | Budget, Easirent, SIXT, Flizzr, Enterprise |
| Popular car categories | Small cars, SUVs, Medium cars, Large cars |
| Lowest price | £8 per day |
| Cheapest supplier | Easirent |
Most popular car models of suppliers
| Hire Agency | Model | Doors | Luggage | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Budget | Toyota Corolla | 5 | 2 | Large cars |
| Budget | Renault Clio | 4 | 2 | Medium cars |
| Budget | Volkswagen Polo | 3 | 1 | Small cars |
| Budget | Toyota Aygo | 3 | 2 | Small cars |
| Easirent | Ford Fiesta | 5 | 2 | Small cars |
| Easirent | Fiat 500 | 3 | 2 | Small cars |
| Flizzr | Volkswagen T-Cross | 5 | 2 | SUVs |
| Easirent | Ford Focus | 5 | 2 | Medium cars |
| Budget | Nissan Qashqai | 5 | 2 | SUVs |
| Easirent | Ford Fiesta | 5 | 1 | Small cars |
Our customers' reviews
Because we want to make sure each review listed here is left by a real customer, we don’t have the option to post a review here. Instead, we ask each and every customer to leave a review after they return their rental car. This way, you know that all reviews are authentic.
CP
United Kingdom
Toyota Aygo
7 July 2024
Visiting family; beach visit; family party and just chilling.
BL
United Kingdom
Volkswagen Jetta
6 July 2024
Celebrating a 70th birthday at Tipperary
DG
United Kingdom
Ford Fiesta
29 June 2024
We travelled from Dublin to Galway, lovely time there and a trip over to the Aran Islands, where we had a horse and cart ride; it was wonderful! Then we went to Cork for a couple of nights where we went to a concert with The Waterboys and Crowded House. Finally we went to Skibbereen, calling off at the fabulous Kinsale and Clonakilty. Fab music in Debarra’s Bar there🎶
JT
United Kingdom
Volkswagen Golf
9 May 2024
We were part of a group doing Tai Chi and chi kung
SF
United Kingdom
Nissan Qashqai
8 May 2024
The trip was not a holiday, but attending my mother in law's months mind. However, it was lovely to see family again.
JD
United Kingdom
Toyota Corolla
2 May 2024
Enjoyed a fabulous break touring in the West of Ireland.
RH
United Kingdom
Ford Focus
23 April 2024
Dublin Botanic was amazing on a late Spring morning.
DC
United Kingdom
Volkswagen Polo
10 March 2024
Donegal was so beautiful, we were lucky with the weather too which we weren’t expecting. Lovely trip
AO
United Kingdom
Renault Clio
24 February 2024
Perfect relaxing time spent in the wilds of the West of Ireland.
GH
United Kingdom
Volkswagen T-Cross
17 February 2024
Catching up with family
GN
United Kingdom
Toyota Aygo
3 February 2024
It’s a regular trip for us so we are used to being there. The food is amazing and great choice of restaurants both in and around the city.
BL
United Kingdom
Fiat 500
27 January 2024
Visiting family
PS
United Kingdom
Volkswagen T-Cross
22 January 2024
Great service , we will use again
TF
United Kingdom
Toyota Corolla
14 January 2024
Beautiful scenery especially in the western coast of Ireland
SI
United Kingdom
Toyota Aygo
30 December 2023
Friendly welcoming staff, no hard sell on the extras. Cheap car rental, so quality of car reflected the price, but perfectly fine.
PM
United Kingdom
VW T-Cross
14 November 2023
We travelled to see my brother and family but we had a lovely time exploring Cork and the Marina and Black Markets - definitely worth a visit. Kinsale was nice, as was Youghal, Lismore and Cappoquin. Our accomodation was amazing at the Gabriel House B&B in Cork. Breakfast is a MUST - absolutely awesome. The Staff make you feel right at home and are so friendly and helpful. The rooms are clean and basic but that is exactly what you need when you're travelling.
DC
United Kingdom
Hyundai ix35
29 October 2023
All around Wicklow mountains. Smooth drive on highway and country side roads, great sound system. Comfirable and spacey.
AR
United Kingdom
Ford Ka
24 October 2023
Home to see family for the weekend which was lovely
CR
United Kingdom
Ford Focus
17 October 2023
just the best. drove to Galway with my sons as a week end treat for my birthday. no hitches and we had a ball.
RM
United Kingdom
Volkswagen Polo
27 September 2023
West coast of Ireland is stunningly beautiful.
RH
United Kingdom
Renault Clio
20 September 2023
Coast of County Mayo is very scenic, and roads generally very empty and in good condition.
EB
United Kingdom
Volkswagen Polo
25 August 2023
West coast of Ireland has some amazing landscapes including beaches and cliffs plus very interesting cities and towns such as Limerick, Galway and Westport.
LC
United Kingdom
Renault Clio
13 August 2023
Lovely time driving around and attending a wedding.
JK
United Kingdom
VW T-Cross
6 August 2023
We did the self Father Ted tour so we saw new parts of Clare. We were in Ailiwee Cave which was informative and interesting. Also we were in Bunratty Castle and Folke park.This has plenty of history and people who are informative about the era. There are also plenty of places to eat. We loved the Creamery and had lovely food.
We were in Fanny Odeas pub and restaurant. Lovely food and staff and we tried the secret recipe Egg flip 😁
JW
United Kingdom
Skoda Citigo
15 July 2023
Giants causeway, game of thrones trees … great scenery
CD
United Kingdom
Ford Focus
12 July 2023
Toured from Clare to Antrim. Rained the whole time but enjoyable all the same!
SG
United Kingdom
Ford Ka
20 June 2023
We were attending a family wedding and we had the most amazing time, the car was essential so we could get around.
AW
United Kingdom
Renault Clio
27 May 2023
O’Dowd’s Seafood Bar in Roundstone was very good.Keem Beach and Silver Beach on Achill Island we’re spectacular.Joe Watty’s Bar in Inishmore was very good.
SS
United Kingdom
Volkswagen Polo
27 May 2023
Scenery, food especially the lunch at Dunmore hotel, Irish hospitality
TM
United Kingdom
Toyota Corolla
18 May 2023
Great opportunity to visit friends and family
LM
United Kingdom
Renault Clio
17 May 2023
We were visiting family
DM
United Kingdom
Hyundai ix35
10 May 2023
Family wedding. Very enjoyable
RC
United Kingdom
Toyota Corolla
1 May 2023
Visited sligo, galway, longford westmeath, killyneed lakes in cavan. Beautiful weather and roads were amazing.
JS
United Kingdom
Volkswagen Polo
9 April 2023
Used car to visit family
JE
United Kingdom
Ford Puma
31 March 2023
Scenery and people were great.
AP
United Kingdom
Ford Fiesta
25 January 2023
Overall great and very helpful staff
Very happy
LM
United Kingdom
Peugeot 2008
1 November 2022
Visited Tralee. Beautiful drive there and surrounding area.
FB
United Kingdom
Ford Fiesta
24 October 2022
I spent the first 3 nights in my parents house. Definitely would not recommend lol.
CC
United Kingdom
VW Polo
16 October 2022
Galway , a wonderful place to visit
BM
United Kingdom
Ford Fiesta
8 September 2022
West Cork a fantastic place, very tranquil and empty compared to, say, Cornwall with superb vistas and scenery - and the sun shone!
TW
United Kingdom
Renault Clio
18 August 2022
Always check your car booking two days before you travel as you will invariably find better deals even with the same agent and supplier.
SG
United Kingdom
Renault Clio
17 August 2022
Cork, Ring of Kerry, Cliffs of Mohar finishing in Galway for a couple of nights. Excellent round trip to see the west coast of Ireland.
KB
United Kingdom
VW Polo
7 August 2022
We drove to Boyle Co Sligo for three days exploring the area. Very pretty.Staying in an Air b&b. Great walking country and very peaceful. Then drove down to Galway for the Galway Festival (horse racing). Galways a great place. Good shops bars and restaurants. The town really comes alive after 7pm. Good craic!!
DP
United Kingdom
Renault Clio
4 April 2022
For going around the Irish countryside, a car is essential.
BB
United Kingdom
Fiat 500
19 March 2022
Likable representative, car great only minor scratches
RG
United Kingdom
Toyota Corolla
28 February 2022
Galway is always amazing
JC
United Kingdom
Ford Focus
13 February 2022
Visited Wexford and Skerries - both stunning places and we will definitely be back
AM
United Kingdom
Renault Clio
29 October 2021
Friendly people, great craic
DL
United Kingdom
Ford Focus
10 September 2021
Go to Connemara, breath views
KM
United Kingdom
Ford Fiesta
2 September 2021
West Cork was a delightful destination, with a beautiful coastline along the Wild Atlantic Way
TH
United Kingdom
Toyota Aygo
17 August 2021
Good service excellent car and simple.
MK
United Kingdom
VW Polo
7 January 2021
Excellent value, I would definitely recommend and would this company again.
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Car Hire Statistics
Highest-rated company
SIXT
9 / 10
Lowest-rated company
Easirent
7 / 10
Total number of reviews
232
Total rental companies
12
Average daily price
£40.36
Lowest daily price
£8.24
Total cars available
1889
Top 12 suppliers in Ireland in 2024
SIXT
7 locations
£28 - £422
Flizzr
3 locations
£34 - £495
Enterprise
26 locations
£17 - £143
Alamo
5 locations
£29 - £80
Hertz
14 locations
£17 - £497
Budget
10 locations
£9 - £982
Thrifty
12 locations
Avis
6 locations
£15 - £193
Keddy
17 locations
£39 - £109
Europcar
20 locations
£23 - £178
National
5 locations
Easirent
3 locations
£8 - £114
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A combined rating of 4.5 with 150k+ total reviews on platforms like Trustpilot, Google, and Review Center.
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Awards
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Magellan Awards Gold Winner 2023
Travel & Hospitality Awards 2021
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