car rentals in Ireland

[Marg]

I want to combine my travel in Ireland using buses, trains and cars. Is renting an automatic car difficult or excessively expensive in the smaller centres, such as County Carlow or in Kilkenny? Do I need to rent in Dublin?

[ftuley]

In Ireland choice will be limited in small towns, even if there are places to hire cars local to you, " it wont be too easy to find ". I would suggest to hire one online and will be ready for you at the airport and you can always drop it off at the airport when you leave.You can do that here Ireland car rental ACE car rental prices are about €33.00/day. I recommend a look here at things to do in Ireland before you go, you might find some valuable information. Here is another link that coul help you transportation. I hope this helps!

[mitraveler]

I like the idea of hiring a car, but I've always wanted to experiencing driving on the other side of the road. Ireland seems like a great place to do that. So what do you need to rent a car in Ireland? Do you need special insurance? What about a driver's license? I already have a sense of adventure.

[VacationBuddy]

I suggest getting the Collision Damage Waiver insurance in Ireland. You pay extra for that but if you have an accident or the car is stolen you are covered for most of the car cost. By the way, some car companies charge $40 on top if you pan to be driving into Northern Ireland.

Originally Posted by mitraveler

I like the idea of hiring a car, but I've always wanted to experiencing driving on the other side of the road. Ireland seems like a great place to do that. So what do you need to rent a car in Ireland? Do you need special insurance? What about a driver's license? I already have a sense of adventure.

[eurostarr]

Ireland has similar driving laws to the UK which include:

1.Children under 12 cannot travel in the front unless using a booster chair
2. You must always carry your driving licence, and certificate of motor insurance.
3. it is illegal to drive and use a mobile phone in Ireland
4. Seat belts are mandatory for front and back passengers.

Originally Posted by Marg

I want to combine my travel in Ireland using buses, trains and cars. Is renting an automatic car difficult or excessively expensive in the smaller centres, such as County Carlow or in Kilkenny? Do I need to rent in Dublin?