You can rent a car at Belfast International Airport with Alamo, Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Europcar, Hertz and National.
Can you drive a hire car from Northern Ireland to Ireland?
What do I need to do to drive over the Irish border? Rental companies in both parts of Ireland usually allow their cars across the border. But do tell the car hire company if you plan to travel into the other country.
Can I drive a hire car from Belfast to Dublin?
‘ Sure you can! As all car hire companies allow to cross the border to Northern Ireland (the UK) only. And the providers which supply you with the best cars are: Avis, Europcar, and Sixt. The distance between Dublin and Belfast is approximately 166-169 kilometers or 105 miles.
Can you hire a car at Belfast port?
Belfast Cruise Port Car Hire
With SIXT’s car hire at the cruise port you can hire a variety of vehicles to suit your needs. Hire a premium convertible and enhance your view of the city with the roof down or take the whole family for a spin in a 4×4 and explore the beautiful causeway coast.
What documents do I need to pick up hire car?
You just need to bring your:
- Driving licence*
- Credit card (if it’s a high value vehicle two payment cards must be provided, one of which needs to be a credit card),
- Proof of any discount (such as a frequent flyer or Avis Preferred card),
- Photo ID for international rentals (such as a passport or driving licence)
What documents do I need to hire a car in Northern Ireland?
You will need a valid licence and credit card to rent a vehicle in Ireland. Most rental companies will not rent to drivers under 25 but there is no upper age limit. However, if you are over 75, you will be asked to meet additional requirements.
Does a UK driving licence cover Northern Ireland?
If you’re visiting NI and hold a Great Britain (GB) or a Community licence issued in a member state of the European Economic Area (EEA) you can drive any vehicle if your licence is valid and it shows the suitable full entitlement for the vehicle you wish to drive.
Can you freely travel between Ireland and Northern Ireland?
Travelling within the Common Travel Area (CTA)
There are no restrictions or testing requirements if you’re travelling from one region to another within the CTA (UK, Guernsey, Jersey, Isle of Man or the Republic of Ireland). This includes travelling to Northern Ireland via the Republic of Ireland from overseas.
Is driving in Belfast difficult?
Driving in Belfast is no problem. It is nowhere near the size of Dublin so it doesnt get congested except shortly before 9 and around 5-5.30 at the rush hour. Any congestion is lessened in the summer as the schools are off.
How much is a taxi from Belfast to Dublin?
The applied rate for long distances is €1.80/km or €0.64/min, in slow traffic conditions. The overall taxi fare should be around €250 to €280.
How much is a taxi from Belfast City Airport to Belfast?
The quickest and most convenient transfer option is taking a Belfast City Airport taxi or private transfer, which takes about 10 minutes to reach the city centre and costs around £38.00 (€45.00).
How much is taxi from Belfast airport to city?
around £38.00
However, a taxi from Belfast International Airport to Belfast city usually costs around £38.00 (€45.00).
Are there Uber drivers in Belfast?
Sign up as a driver in Belfast
Thousands of riders request trips with Uber every day. You can use your vehicle to generate earnings driving in Belfast while getting riders where they need to go.
What do you need in order to hire a car?
What do you need to rent a car at First Car Rental?
- A valid driver’s licence. You must be 23 or older with a valid driver’s licence that you’ve held for two years or more.
- Payment by credit card. No debit cards.
- Compulsory payment at start of rental.
- Deposits at start of rental.
- Additional information.
Do you need the paper part of your driving licence to hire a car?
When collecting a vehicle from a hire company many only ask to see your photocard licence or your pre-1998 paper licence – but some also want to check whether you have any penalty points. They may ask for a code so that they can check your licence online or for a printout of your licence details.
Does it matter when you pick up a rental car?
How late is okay for picking up a rental car? Every rental company has a ‘grace period’, which is how long they’ll wait before marking a driver as a ‘no show’, and potentially giving the hire car to someone else. This period usually varies between 29 minutes and 2 hours.
Does my car insurance cover rental cars in Ireland?
Chances are, they will not cover your rental in Ireland. Your personal auto insurance won’t either. The Republic of Ireland is one of the few countries in the world that most credit cards and personal auto companies just won’t cover.
Why is hiring a car in Ireland so expensive?
“High demand and supply shortages have resulted in more expensive and fewer new cars available to the Irish market.
Is it worth renting a car in Ireland?
I highly recommend renting a car in Ireland for the ultimate trip. You can drive all over Ireland and Northern Ireland right from the airport. The main reason for renting a car is freedom. You’ll be able to travel on your own schedule and at your own pace.
Do I need additional car insurance to drive in Ireland?
You don’t need any extra car insurance cover to drive in Ireland, but you may want to add comprehensive cover to your policy to make sure you’re covered while you’re away. It’s also a good idea to have breakdown cover so you can get back on the road quickly if something goes wrong with the car.
Can I use my English driving licence in Ireland after Brexit?
A. In a no-deal Brexit scenario, as a resident in Ireland, your UK driving licence will not be valid to drive here in Ireland. Prior to 29 March 2019 you could decide to exchange your UK driving licence for an Irish driving licence.