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Galway car hire information
| Pick-up location | Galway |
|---|---|
| Car types | Compact, Compact SUV, Compact estate car, Economy, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Mini, Standard |
| Hire locations | 8 |
| Airport locations | 0 |
| Popular agencies | Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Budget, Europcar, CARHIRE.ie |
Cheap car hire in Galway
| Economy | €24/day |
| Compact | €28/day |
| Intermediate | €94/day |
| Standard | €28/day |
| Mini | €24/day |
| Compact SUV | €26/day |
| Intermediate SUV | €28/day |
| Compact estate car | €42/day |
Top tips for hiring a car in Galway
- 25% of our users found a car hire in Galway for €45 or less
- Book your car hire in Galway at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Standard car hire in Galway are around 55% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about hiring a car in Galway
How much does it cost to hire a car in Galway?
On average a car hire in Galway costs €59 per day.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Galway?
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest car hires were found at Enterprise Rent-A-Car (€24/day), Budget (€31/day) and CARHIRE.ie (€42/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest hire car price was found at Enterprise Rent-A-Car Ballybane Industrial Estate null (3 kilometres from the city centre).
How much is the price of fuel in Galway?
The average price of fuel in Galway is €6.65 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between €80 and €106, depending on the car size.
What is the most popular car hire in Galway?
Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Galway.
How can I find car hires near me in Galway?
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
How much does a Standard car hire cost in Galway?
A Standard car hire in Galway costs €52 per day, on average.
How much does a Compact car hire cost in Galway?
A Compact car hire in Galway costs €61 per day, on average.
How much does an Intermediate car hire cost in Galway?
An Intermediate car hire in Galway costs €103 per day, on average.
What is the most popular car hire location in Galway?
In Galway, cars are most frequently rented at Enterprise Rent-A-Car Ballybane Industrial Estate (3 km from city centre ).
How much does it cost to hire a car for a week in Galway?
On average a car hire in Galway costs €412 per week (€59 per day).
How much does it cost to hire a car long term for a month in Galway?
On average a car hire in Galway costs €1,768 per month (€59 per day).
Which car hire companies in Galway have updated their vehicle cleaning and safety policies because of coronavirus (COVID-19)?
Some car hire companies in Galway which have updated their car hire health and safety policies due to COVID-19 to make sure vehicles are clean and disinfected include Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Budget and Europcar
Galway car rental reviews and directory
Europcar
10.0
Wonderful
1 reviewCleanliness
10.0
Comfort
10.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
10.0
Value for money
10.0
One location in Galway
Budget
7.7
Good
19 reviewsCleanliness
8.1
Comfort
8.2
Pick-up/Drop-off
7.1
Value for money
7.0
One location in Galway
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10.0 Wonderful
Oct 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Aug 2022
6.0 Okay
Dec 2019
Pros:
Staff at counter was personable and professional.Cons:
Two block walk to pick-up location, agent did not disclose specific location, vehicle was on the fourth floor. Instructions for drop off equally uncertain.4.0 Mediocre
Oct 2019
Pros:
My experience at Budget in Galway last week was pretty abysmal. Adrian met me out front and asked if I had a reservation, which I did. He then started off by demanding who I stayed with the previous night and where they live (really not sure why they need this information). Next he asked about insurance at which point I provided my letter from Chase (PDF on my phone) outlining my eligibility for "worldwide coverage under the Auto Rental Collision Damage waiver benefit." I had called Chase before my trip specifically to confirm that Ireland was not excluded from their coverage (given past rules) and they assured me that Ireland was included in their worldwide coverage benefit, and sent me this letter as proof. Adrian insisted that the letter must specifically state Ireland and refused to rent me the car I had reserved until I was able to provide one. The other options he provided were to go elsewhere or to get coverage through Budget and quoted me $500. At this point I would have loved to walk away but really needed the car and to get on the road. I called Chase and the woman I spoke with kindly offered to speak to Adrian but he declined, stating it would do not good without a letter. I then asked for his name but he refused to give me his last name saying he was not required to do so (was not wearing a badge or any form of identification). I then asked to speak with someone else and he called his manager, who confirmed that "worldwide coverage" is sufficient, and told him to move forward with my reservation. He proceeded to go through the steps and never once apologized for his misunderstanding of the policy. I am not one to write reviews and generally give people the benefit of the doubt- but I do feel like feedback is warranted in this case in hopes that others can avoid this experience. Adrian and Galway Budget aside, the car I rented was great and I had no issues with the drop-off at Shannon Airport. Despite this I will be avoiding Budget in the future.Cons:
Better treatment of the customer and understanding of the policies. Wearing a name badge seems appropriate, and apologizing for the error would have also gone a long way.6.0 Okay
Sep 2019
Pros:
Dropoff difficult. Busy street. No instructions on how to park.. once I over came that, courteous and simple return. BUT see below.Cons:
I was given a credit on my credit card for the tank of gas that had been reserved. Two days later and the credit has not shown up on my account.4.8 Mediocre
Aug 2019
Pros:
The car did not break downCons:
Service was not great at galway. Car was a bit small. High price and new drop off fee. I am also being charged 119$ for no reason and it has not gone off my credit card yet. I would like a call from someone at budget to clear this charge because I refuse to pay it since we dropped it off with fueEasirent
7.6
Good
6 reviewsCleanliness
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.6
Value for money
8.0
One location in Galway
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10.0 Wonderful
Aug 2022
6.0 Okay
Aug 2022
6.0 Okay
Jul 2022
8.0 Very Good
Jul 2022
6.0 Okay
Apr 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Apr 2022
Payless
6.1
Okay
8 reviewsCleanliness
7.5
Comfort
6.6
Pick-up/Drop-off
6.8
Value for money
5.1
One location in Galway
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3.2 Poor
Oct 2019
Pros:
Nothing.Cons:
I was quoted one price and then when I went to pick to pick the car up they made me pay 3.5x the price because I was booking on a Euro credit card not and American credit card. Then they have you walk 4 blocks and to the top of a parking garage to collect the car. God help you if you have bags or it’s raining. If it was cheap to rent I would t have minded walking. But at that outrageous cost you’d expect a little bit of service maybe bring the car to the rental shop?!2.0 Poor
Jul 2023
6.0 Okay
Jun 2023
10.0 Wonderful
Jun 2023
8.0 Very Good
Aug 2022
8.0 Very Good
Jun 2022
keddy by Europcar
8.6
Very Good
No reviews available
One location in Galway
CARHIRE.ie
6.7
Okay
No reviews available
One location in Galway
Sunnycars
No score available yet
3 locations in Galway
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
No score available yet
One location in Galway
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10.0 Wonderful
Mar 2017
Pros:
I have rented from both companies in Galway...they are like night and day. Enterprise is very reliable, customer oriented and efficient. Cars have all been high quality, in stark contrast to their competitors at Budget. The prices advertised by Enterprise are often higher than Budget, but in my experience the quality far exceeds the price difference and the folks at the Galway Budget office will intimidate you and flat out lie to get you to buy extras that you don't need...entirely unprofessional, but they know you often don't have the option to walk out on the rental by the time you get to the desk. I have rented from Enterprise 7-8 times and have been thoroughly impressed with their professionalism, honesty and efficiency every time.8.8 Very Good
Feb 2017
Pros:
It was clean and easy to useCons:
I was worried the car couldn't handle long distances.Car hire locations in or near Galway
Good to know
Most popular agency | Enterprise Rent-A-Car |
|---|---|
Most popular car type | Standard |
Average price | €59/day |
Good deal | €45/day |
When to book a car hire in Galway
Car hire insurance in Galway
Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) & Theft Protection Waiver
Some Galway 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 Galway.
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 Galway car hire.