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Popular rental locations in Cork

The following rental locations are the most popular for renting a car in Cork

Car rental offers in Cork

Whether you're looking for a small rental car or a station wagon for the entire family, we will always have a suitable vehicle for the lowest price. Below are some examples from our selection in Cork.

Car type
Mini
Economy
Compact
Intermediate
Standard
Full-size
Luxury
Station wagon
Passenger van
SUV

Car rental companies in Cork

Below are the car rental companies in Cork with the best ratings. Compare all ratings and prices of these rental companies in one search.

  • Dollar Rent a Car

    8.4 (4314)
    From £ 13 / day
  • Alamo

    8.4 (8619)
    From £ 18 / day
  • Sixt

    8.1 (3316)
    From £ 17 / day
  • Budget

    8.1 (9604)
    From £ 13 / day
  • National Car Rental

    8 (402)
    No rates available
  • Enterprise

    8 (1921)
    From £ 19 / day
  • Avis

    7.8 (5940)
    No rates available
  • Keddy By Europcar

    7.8 (3331)
    From £ 13 / day
  • Thrifty

    7.8 (5438)
    From £ 13 / day
  • Payless Car Rental

    7 (488)
    From £ 10 / day
  • Europcar

    7 (8061)
    From £ 12 / day
  • Hertz

    6 (6852)
    From £ 15 / day
  • Flizzr

    4.7 (305)
    From £ 12 / day
  • Irish Car Rentals

    No reviews
    No rates available
  • Drivalia

    7.1 (535)
    No rates available
  • Easirent

    6.4 (516)
    No rates available

When is the best time to book a rental car in Cork?

Cork - When is the most affordable time to rent a mini class car?

At this destination (Cork), November is the most affordable time to rent a mini class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. August is the peak month for renting mini class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Cork - When is the most affordable time to rent a economy class car?

At this destination (Cork), November is the most affordable time to rent a economy class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. August is the peak month for renting economy class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Cork - When is the most affordable time to rent a compact class car?

At this destination (Cork), November is the most affordable time to rent a compact class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. August is the peak month for renting compact class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Cork - When is the most affordable time to rent an intermediate class car?

At this destination (Cork), November is the most affordable time to rent a intermediate class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. August is the peak month for renting intermediate class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Cork - When is the most affordable time to rent a standard class car?

At this destination (Cork), November is the most affordable time to rent a standard class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. August is the peak month for renting standard class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Cork - When is the most affordable time to rent a full-size car?

At this destination (Cork), November is the most affordable time to rent a full-size class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. August is the peak month for renting full-size class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Cork - When is the most affordable time to rent a luxury car?

At this destination (Cork), October is the most affordable time to rent a luxury class car with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. August is the peak month for renting luxury class cars, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Cork - When is the most affordable time to rent a station wagon?

At this destination (Cork), November is the most affordable time to rent a station wagon with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. August is the peak month for renting a station wagon, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Cork - When is the most affordable time to rent a SUV?

At this destination (Cork), November is the most affordable time to rent an SUV with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. August is the peak month for renting an SUV, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Cork - When is the most affordable time to rent a MPV?

At this destination (Cork), January is the most affordable time to rent an mpv with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. August is the peak month for renting an mpv with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Cork - When is the most affordable time to rent a minivan?

At this destination (Cork), January is the most affordable time to rent a minibus with an average daily rate of . The rest of the year, the average rate is per day. August is the peak month for renting a minibus, with an average rate of per day. To secure a good selection and favorable rates, it is recommended to make your rental car reservation well ahead of time. Last-minute bookings may result in limited options and higher prices.

Car rental companies in and around Cork

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Cork

Available locations in Cork

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Cork Guide

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Cork is among Ireland's most vibrant cities, with a rich history stretching as far back as the first Millennium, when it began life as mere marshland. In Cork, tourists can enjoy shopping on St Patrick's Street, great nightlife around MacCurtain Street and fine dining on either North Main Street or Paul Street. The attractions are varied, with modern offerings such as the Cork Vision Centre sitting alongside Cork City Gaol and St Finbarr's Cathedral. While the centre is easily explored on foot, venturing into the idyllic surrounding countryside in West Cork is definitely best enjoyed with the help of a vehicle.

Who to Book With
Cork has several well-known international car hire companies within its confines. The likes of Thrifty, Europcar, Budget and Sixt can all be found easily at the airport, in the centre or on the outskirts of the town. Online bookings made in advance often result in cheaper rates.

Best Time to Go
The summer months of June to August are the most ideal for visiting Cork, as this is when the notorious rainfall is at its lowest level and the sun shines on most days. As Irish children and teenagers take their summer holidays over this period though, making advanced vehicle hire and hotel reservations is highly advised.

Need to Know Essentials
Bring the following if you are collecting a vehicle in Cork:

- A valid driving license
- A secondary form of ID
- The credit card the booker used to make their reservation
- Some form of booking proof

For more info read our FAQ's.

Driving
Cork's compact size means that traffic can sometimes build up in the town centre, as many of the roads are either narrow, steep or a combination of both. Because of this, it can take a few days to get used to the road system here. On the other hand, roads in and out of the town are well-developed and in good condition. Parking spaces on the street can be difficult to find, which is why many drivers leave their vehicles in council-owned or private car parks.

See our guide to Ireland for more information on driving in this country.

Transport

As mentioned, the centre of Cork is small enough to explore on foot, but trips out of the area must almost always be completed with the use of a hire vehicle. Buses and taxis are the primary public transport options for those in Cork that have not arranged car hire.

Trains
Cork is too small to have its own rail network, but there are a few options for getting in and out of the city by train. Irish Rail operates all services, with the main destinations being Dublin, Cobh, Midleton, Tralee and Mallow. If booked online in advance, some of these fares can be as low as €10.

Taxis
There are several taxi ranks scattered throughout the centre of Cork. Fares will always go on the meter, even if a passenger wishes to travel out of town. Cabs will always be fitted with a yellow bar that often reads 'TACSAI' as opposed to 'TAXI'. For a price guide, the taxi regulator website is a useful point of reference.

Buses
Bus services run through the city centre and to the residential suburbs that surround Cork. The majority of buses can be caught on St Patrick's Street and at other prominent locations such as Merchant's Quay, the South Mall and the Grand Parade. Bus services in Cork are supplied by Bus Eireann, which runs transport, not just around the town, but to and from the airport to other destinations around mainland Ireland too.

Exploring

While also having its own talking points, Cork acts as an ideal base for those looking to explore other destinations with car hire vehicles. Most attractions, such as Blarney and Cobh, are located in the countryside or along the coast, and feature historic landmarks or other points of interest.

Recommended Drives

Blarney - This destination can be reached by following signs for the peaceful Blarney Village from Cork, is best-known for its iconic castle. As the grounds close at around 17:00 most of the year round, be sure to leave Cork in the morning or early afternoon.

Cobh - Once known as Queenstown, Cobh an important port town with an interesting heritage centre for tourists to visit. On the way to Cobh, a stop-off can be made at Barryscourt Castle.

Killarney - One of the highlights of County Kerry, and where visitors can truly get a feel for life in small-town Ireland. Even for such a small destination, Killarney can boast lakes, a castle and a vast wildlife park.

Practical information

  • Currency
    Euro
  • Driving direction
    Left
  • City speed limit
    50 km/h
  • Freeway speed limit
    100 km/h
  • Language
    English, Irish
  • Popular car category
    Compact

What most people want to know

The following questions and answers are a selection of the most popular questions. If you do not find the answer to your question, have a look at the Frequently Asked Questions page or contact us.

Is Carrentals.co.uk the cheapest?

Yes, we offer a guarantee of the lowest price - because we compare various retailers, we can always offer you the best price in town.

What do I need to do when picking up a car?

To pick up your car, you will need your voucher, passport, driver's license and a credit card. It is very important that your driver's license and credit card are in the same name as the main driver. Keep in mind that the local rental company will reserve a certain amount on your credit card as a deposit. This requires the PIN code for your credit card. If your driver's license is foreign (for example, in Chinese), you must bring a translation with you. Only your original passport and driver's license will be accepted - a copy is not sufficient.

Are there any additional costs?

In general, our rates are all-inclusive. Should there be any additional costs, our booking department will get in touch with you before issuing the invoice. Should you object, you can always cancel your reservation with no obligations attached (at least 48 hours in advance).

What kind of insurance is applicable to my car rental?

In general, Liability Insurance, Fire Insurance, All-Risks Insurance and Theft Insurance are included in the cost of your rental car.

What is a worry-free label?

Only rental companies with a high level of customer satisfaction are eligible to be included in our Worry-Free selection. This rate includes excess cover and unlimited kilometres. Your vehicle will be provided and must be returned with a full tank of fuel. With a vehicle from our Worry-Free selection, you can travel with peace of mind and no hidden costs.

How can I change or cancel my reservation?

You can cancel your reservation through "My Account". We recommend contacting us by phone if your changes to your booking or cancellation takes place at short notice (48 hours or less).

When will I get a confirmation of my booking?

Most reservations will receive confirmation within minutes after payment takes place. We recommend contacting our Booking Department for last minute reservations (pick-up within 48 hours).

Which car rental companies are compared by Carrentals.co.uk at this location?
  • Dollar Rent a Car
  • Alamo
  • Sixt
  • Budget
  • National Car Rental
  • Enterprise
  • Avis
  • Keddy By Europcar
  • Thrifty
  • Payless Car Rental
  • Europcar
  • Hertz
  • Flizzr
  • Irish Car Rentals
  • Drivalia
  • Easirent