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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Dundalk
- If you’re checking out car hire in Dundalk, you’ll find that this is the best way to get around as you won’t have to rely on the public transport schedules to get you where you need to go. Dundalk is quite small, so you can walk around the centre easily. However, when you want to venture outside the town and visit places such as Castleblayney, around a 30 minutes drive south, or head north across the border to Northern Ireland, then hiring a car is the most convenient.
- For car hire in Cavan, there are two car hire agencies located in Drogheda, which is around 35 km south of Dundalk. The closest airport to Dundalk is Dublin Airport, which is approximately a 45 minute drive away, but has plenty of options when it comes to car hire. If you’re flying into Ireland, this is probably your best bet, and you can find plenty of car agencies at the airport to assist you. You can find the car hire desks in the Arrivals Hall of Terminal 1 and the car park of Terminal 2.
- Whilst driving around the surrounding areas after arranging your Dundalk car hire, be mindful that you may come across some narrow roads with tight turnings in the centre of the town, as well as keeping tabs on the one-way system. Outside of town and into the country, be careful of livestock crossing the roads as well as the quality of the road surfaces that may be compromised during wet weather, of which Dundalk can get a lot of.
- Try to avoid driving in the early hours of the morning, during rush hour in Dundalk, as you’ll be caught up in plenty of traffic; this also goes for rush hour in the early evening. There are various roads that you should avoid if you don’t want to be sitting in traffic jams. The N53/R132 and the R172 Avenue Road can get particularly busy during these times being main roads around the city’s centre, so it’s best to try avoiding these if you can.
- 25% of our users found a car hire in Dundalk for €21 or less
- Book your car hire in Dundalk at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Economy hire cars in Dundalk are around 17% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about hiring a car in Dundalk
How much does it cost to hire a car in Dundalk?
On average a car hire in Dundalk costs €27 per day.
How much is the price of fuel in Dundalk?
The average price of fuel in Dundalk is €6.79 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between €81 and €109, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular car hire in Dundalk?
Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Dundalk.
How can I find car hires near me in Dundalk?
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
How much does an Economy car hire cost in Dundalk?
An Economy car hire in Dundalk costs €30 per day, on average.
How much does a Compact car hire cost in Dundalk?
A Compact car hire in Dundalk costs €26 per day, on average.
How much does a Standard car hire cost in Dundalk?
A Standard car hire in Dundalk costs €70 per day, on average.
What is the most popular car hire location in Dundalk?
In Dundalk, cars are most frequently hired at Europcar Unit 10a Newgrange Business Park (33 km from city centre ).
How much does it cost to hire a car for a week in Dundalk?
On average a car hire in Dundalk costs €186 per week (€27 per day).
How much does it cost to hire a car long term for a month in Dundalk?
On average a car hire in Dundalk costs €799 per month (€27 per day).
What type of car is recommended for driving in Dundalk?
Your vehicle should depend on the type of trip and how many people are travelling with you, but if you want to tour around Dundalk and visit the scenic surroundings and the beautiful Irish coastline then an SUV is worth hiring. With an SUV, you are guaranteed that little more control on those winding country roads, especially if you come across any rough driving surfaces with potholes and mixed terrains. It’s also perfect when travelling with a family.
What’s the speed limit in Dundalk?
It’s important that you’re aware of the speed limits in and around Dundalk prior to setting off, as the speeding laws in Ireland are strict and if you’re caught speeding you could be fined quite heavily. Be aware of local speed cameras and watch your speed in urban areas particularly. Around Dundalk, the speed limit is 50 km/h, while regional and local roads you cannot exceed 80 km/h. If you’re heading out of town onto national roads including dual carriageways, the speed limit is 100 km/h and on motorways it's 120 km/h.
Where are the best places to park in Dundalk?
After you’ve arranged your car hire in Dundalk, check out all the best places that you can park around the town. Near the centre of town, you can park using the ‘Pay & Display’ facilities at Dundalk Library, while Williamsons Mall charges around €1 per hour and at Long Walk Shopping Centre in the heart of the town, there’s the Long Stay Car Park which costs about €2 a day between 8:30am-5:30pm Monday to Saturday, and is free of charge thereafter.
Dundalk car rental reviews and directory
Free2Move
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3 locations in Dundalk
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109 Millvale Road
+44 28 3083 0525
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Europcar
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2 locations in Dundalk
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Circular Road, Academy Street
+353 46 901 5090
Unit 10a Newgrange Business Park
+353 41 214 5290
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keddy by Europcar
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2 locations in Dundalk
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CARHIRE.ie
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One location in Dundalk
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Enterprise Rent-A-Car
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One location in Dundalk
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Dublin Rd
+353 41 980 3055
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Sunnycars
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Good to know
Most popular agency | Enterprise Rent-A-Car |
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Most popular car type | Economy |
Average price | €27/day |
Good deal | €21/day |
When to book a car hire in Dundalk
Car hire insurance in Dundalk
Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) & Theft Protection Waiver
Some Dundalk car providers already include Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) and Theft Protection Waiver into the hire price but not all of them. We recommend always be aware of your coverage when hiring a car in Dundalk.
Deductible
Keep in mind that car hire insurances often have a deductible clause, which is the amount you’ll have to pay if something happens during the time of your hire. If you want to avoid unwanted surprises, you should consider adding a no-deductible option to your Dundalk car hire.