Car rental in Ireland

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Compare car rentals on price, ease of pickup, a fair fuel policy, and more

Find Ireland car rental deals you can modify or cancel if your plans change

Ireland car rental at a glance

Most popular providerBudget
Most popular carPremium/Luxury, 4-5 doors
Pick-up points28, Dublin is most popular
Cheapest price found49 € per day, Dublin
Cheapest month to rentDecember
Best time to book1 week before
To give you an idea of how much renting a car in Ireland could cost, we've pulled prices from Dublin.

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Find the cheapest time to rent a car in Ireland

The cheapest month to rent a car in Ireland is December, when the average cost per day is 22 €. If that doesn’t work for you, the second cheapest month is April, when the average cost per day is 24 €. Keep in mind when you’re looking to book, that the most expensive month to rent a car in Ireland is August.
To give you an idea of how much renting a car in Ireland could cost, we've pulled prices from Dublin.

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All you need to know about Ireland

Side of the roadLeft
CurrencyEuros
LanguageEnglish, Irish
Highway speed limit70mph
Built-up area speed limit30mph
Age to rent a car21
The information here is based on our understanding as of January 2024. For the most current and accurate information, it’s recommended to check official government sources.

Car rental in Ireland: FAQs

You will need insurance to rent a car in Ireland, but you won't necessarily need "extra" insurance. Different car rental companies offer different insurance policies, so make sure you look at the details when you pick a deal.
To rent a car with most companies in Ireland, you need to be at least 21 years old. Some companies may have extra fees to pay if you are under 25 years old, so make sure you check before you book.
Our travelers' best-rated car rental company in Ireland is Payless. You can rent a car with them for 350 € on average per day.

If you want to learn more about Payless, you can dig deeper here.
The types of documents you’ll need to rent a car in Ireland depend on the car rental company you go with. But in general, you will need a valid driver's license, ID, and passport. Once you’ve booked a car rental in Ireland, you can easily get in touch with your chosen provider to find out.
It’s easy to rent a car in Ireland. First, you need to decide where in Ireland you want to pick up your car.

Once you’ve decided where you want to go, simply enter your dates and search for the best deal for you. Once you’ve found your deal, you’ll be redirected to the provider to book with no extra fees.
You can rent a car for as long as you like, depending on availability. If you know what dates you’re needing wheels for, start searching with Skyscanner today.
You may need a credit card to rent a car in Ireland. It all depends on which car rental company you choose.
It depends where in Ireland you want to visit. The most popular place to go is Dublin. On average, it costs 94 € per day to rent a car there. The lowest price we could find is 49 € per day.

Getting the cheapest car rental in Ireland

Here are some tips to help you score the best prices and hit the road for less.

Pick the right ride

Make sure you pick the right type of car for your trip. You can easily filter by "seats," "transmission," and even choose only to see "electric" or "hybrid" vehicles. You can also filter by "car type," so whether you're looking for a luxury car or a more modest mini, you'll find what you need fast. The most popular car type in Ireland is Luxury.

Compare across companies

The most popular car rental company in Ireland is Budget. We search across hundreds of companies to find you a great price with Budget.

Get your timing right

It can really pay to play around with your timings and compare dates for your car rental to get a great price. The best time to book a bargain is 1 week before. The cheapest prices we've found are 49 € a day and 112 € a week.

Be flexible

Not sure where in Ireland you're going to visit? There are lots of places to pick up your rental car. Being flexible on your pickup location can help you grab a great price, all while seeing more of Ireland. We've found that the most popular place to pick up a car in Ireland is Dublin. The cheapest place to pick up your rental car is Dublin.

Rent a car long term in Ireland

Looking to rent a car for more than a few weeks? It could be cheaper to rent for a full month. This can cut the admin costs for car rental companies and give you some extra time to explore, too. Give it a try today and search for 30 days' worth of car rentals.

Save on fuel

You can make your money go further by finding a car rental deal in Ireland with "unlimited mileage" or a "full-to-full" fuel policy. This can save you cash on topping up the tank.