Londonderry car hire

When considering your Londonderry car hire options, remember that this is the second biggest city in Northern Ireland, so tailor you choice accordingly. If you’re more of a city slicker who wants to visit the city’s hotspots and nightlife areas, then a smallish car will do you well; you certainly won’t need anything bigger than that, unless there are more than four of you. In that case opt for a compact MPV – the higher driving position and good all-round visibility will stand you in good stead.

The speed limits in Londonderry central vary from 30mph on streets like Church Brae and Limavady Road, to 40mph on wider roads and carriageways like Clooney Road and Caw Brae carriageway. In less built-up areas you can travel at up to 60mph, and once you’re on one of the dual carriageways or main motorways you can drive at 70mph. Look out for speed limit signs at the side of the road and overhead.

You will be able to find free parking in Londonderry no further from the city centre than the paid parking lots. The parking areas on Society Street, Bishop Street, William Street and Carlisle Road all offer the first two hours free, and are all roughly a 30-minute walk into town. Alternatively, take public transport from the bus stops that are near them. The car parks that charge are usually around £1.80 for 2h.

On average a hire car in Londonderry costs €37 per day.

The average price of fuel in Londonderry is €6.37 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between €76 and €102, depending on the car size.

Standard (Ford S-MAX or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Londonderry.

Car hire companies onsite at Eglinton airport include Avis, Hertz and Firefly.

Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Eglinton airport to off-airport locations include Avis and Hertz.

Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.

A Standard car rental in Londonderry costs €210 per day, on average.

An Intermediate car rental in Londonderry costs €42 per day, on average.

A Compact car rental in Londonderry costs €37 per day, on average.

In Londonderry, cars are most frequently rented at Firefly Arrivals Hall, Airport Roundabout (11 km from city centre ).

On average a car hire in Londonderry costs €262 per week (€37 per day).

On average a car hire in Londonderry costs €1,123 per month (€37 per day).

Some car hire companies in Londonderry which have updated their car rental health and safety policies due to COVID-19 to make sure vehicles are clean and disinfected include Avis and Hertz