Search
Deals
Tips
FAQs
Agencies
Locations
When to book

Dublin car hire

Driver's age: 26-65

Search hundreds of hire car sites at once for hire car deals in Dublin

Here is why travellers choose KAYAK

Save up to 36%Compare multiple travel sites with one search.

Free to useThere are no hidden charges or fees

Filter your dealsFilter by car type, brand and more. Instantly customise your results.

Book with flexibilityUse our "free cancellation" filter for maximum flexibility at no extra cost.

Cheap car hire in Dublin

Discover the best prices and deals for you by selecting your travel dates
Choose your dates
Mini car
Mini
View Deal
Economy car
Economy
View Deal
Compact car
Compact
View Deal
Intermediate car
Intermediate
View Deal
Standard car
Standard
View Deal
Full-size car
Full-size
View Deal
Luxury car
Luxury
View Deal
People carrier car
People carrier
View Deal
Passenger van car
Passenger van
View Deal
SUV car
SUV
View Deal
Commercial car
Commercial
View Deal
Pick-up truck car
Pick-up truck
View Deal

KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Dublin

  • When you travel to Dublin, consider getting a car rental to benefit from your trips fully. Dublin car rentals offer the best way to adventure the city's most vibrant locations without depending on third-party transportation services. While the city has an excellent public transport system, you may not reach certain destinations via public transport. For instance, art lovers who wish to sightsee at Henry Cowell Redwood State Park Campground, 59.4 miles from the city center, can conveniently get there via car in about 1h 13min instead of 3h 24min by BART and bus.
  • If you are flying into Dublin, you’ll likely land at Oakland Airport (OAK), 15.3 miles from the city center. Consider getting your car rentals in Dublin at the airport. Some car rental agencies have desks at the airport terminal, while others offer pick-up services. Also, other rental companies provide shuttle services for car rental pick-up locations. The popular agencies at the airport include Fox, Budget, Enterprise, Alamo, Hertz, and Dollar. Book your car online to avoid long queues at the rental desks.
  • When driving your car rentals in Dublin, expect to encounter jaywalkers. Although the practice is illegal in the city, pedestrians crossing the roads without signaling is common. Drive carefully to avoid hitting them because you don't want to get yourself in trouble, even if they're on the wrong side of the law. Another obstacle worth your attention is cyclists on the city streets. Being a bicycle-friendly city, expect cyclists when driving your car rental in Dublin. They often disregard traffic light rules. Be cautious to avoid hitting them.
  • Like other California cities, Dublin experiences considerable traffic snarl-ups, especially during rush hours. Expect morning rush hours to begin at 7:00 am to 10:00 am, and the evening rush hours start from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm. If possible, avoid traveling during these times of the day. Public commuter areas are also worth avoiding during these times because they are brimming with cars and human traffic.
  • Book your car hire in Dublin at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Mini hire cars in Dublin are around 23% more expensive than other car types, on average
See more tips

FAQs about hiring a car in Dublin

  • How much is the price of fuel in Dublin?

    The average price of fuel in Dublin is R63,43 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between R761 and R1 015, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular car hire in Dublin?

    Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Dublin.

  • How can I find car hires near me in Dublin?

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

  • How much does a Mini car hire cost in Dublin?

    A Mini car hire in Dublin costs R2 026 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Compact car hire cost in Dublin?

    A Compact car hire in Dublin costs R1 015 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Standard car hire cost in Dublin?

    A Standard car hire in Dublin costs R3 096 per day, on average.

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Dublin?

    The type of car you want to consider depends on the number of luggage you have and the number of people you travel with. An Intermediate is an ideal choice if you're visiting with a family or a group of friends. However, an intermediate or compact SUV is a perfect option if you visit off-road destinations. An SUV is well-raised, making it ideal to maneuver uphill and bumpy rural roads. Also, be sure to pick a vehicle with a big fuel tank, especially when traveling outside the city, as gas stations are far apart.

  • What is the speed limit in Dublin?

    When driving your car rentals in Dublin, expect varying speed limits depending on the roads you drive. For instance, when driving in a residential neighborhood, the speed limit is 40 km/h (25 mph), 25 km/h (15 mph) at blind railroad crossings, and 100 km/h (65 mph) on the highways. Again, you need to cap your speed at 90 km/h (55 mph) on two-lane undivided highways. Be sure to adhere to all the speed limits, including the posted ones, because the city harshly punishes speeding.

  • Where are the best places to park in Dublin?

    Finding a parking spot in Dublin can be challenging. Therefore, if you intend to use car rentals in Dublin, consider booking a Dublin hotel with free parking lots to avoid the hassle of looking for parking places. Holiday Inn Dublin-Pleasanton, an IHG Hotel, Extended Stay America-Dublin-Hacienda Dr, and Hyatt Place Dublin Pleasanton offer free parking for guests. Also, you can consider garage parking at BART-Hayward Station, Tri-Valley Airport Services, or KarPark Automotive Storage and Event—parking in Dublin costs an average of $3 per hour.  

See more FAQs

Dublin car rental reviews and directory 
All ratings and reviews are collected from KAYAK users with a verified car hire booking. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

No score available yet

Best rated

4 locations in Dublin

Show locations

Locations in Dublin

14 California Ave

+1 925 201 5214

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 13:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

4011 Pimlico Dr

Opening times not available

4275-26 Rosewood Dr

+1 925 829 8300

Monday00:00 - 00:00
Tuesday00:00 - 00:00
Wednesday00:00 - 00:00
Thursday00:00 - 00:00
Friday00:00 - 00:00
Saturday00:00 - 00:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

6867 Dublin Blvd.

+1 925 829 8300

Monday00:00 - 00:00
Tuesday00:00 - 00:00
Wednesday00:00 - 00:00
Thursday00:00 - 00:00
Friday00:00 - 00:00
Saturday00:00 - 00:00
Sunday00:00 - 00:00

Filters

Show reviews that mention

Reviews

2,0 Poor

Nikita, Dec 2023

Pick-up truck

KAYAK
They called and cancelled our reservation because the car was unavailable. Said it wasn’t their fault and happens often when booking via 3rd parties.

7,2 Good

Anonymous, Sept 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Pick up was way too slow. But the drop off process was awesome. Just drop the key in the box and head to airport.

Cons:

The pickup at the pleasanton place was slow. Time is money. Sitting around waiting for folks to come and go to figure out what is going on....only to rent you the car that has been sitting on the lot for the whole time shows the need for process improvement at some locations.

8,0 Very Good

Anonymous, Jan 2022

KAYAK
We booked a full size car. But when we went to pick up, we got a compact one, we had to call and go to another location to retrieve a full sized car. Customer service was good and found us a car quickly elsewhere. Later we got charged fuel surcharge although we filled the tank fully. Mostly good experience but could be better if we get billed correctly straightaway.

7,9 Good

BenHur, Aug 2021

KAYAK
The mini-van wasn't clean. There was still crumbs and candy on the floor and chex mix in the cupholder. i ended up taking it to a car wash to clean it for our family vacation.

1 out of 2

Hertz

No score available yet

2 locations in Dublin

Show locations

Locations in Dublin

4855 Hopyard Rd #10

+1 925 227 8800

Monday08:00 - 17:0013:00 - 17:00
Tuesday13:00 - 17:0008:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:0013:00 - 17:00
Thursday13:00 - 17:0008:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:0013:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 13:00

6080 Dublin Blvd

+1 925 803 1462

Monday07:30 - 18:00
Tuesday07:30 - 18:00
Wednesday07:30 - 18:00
Thursday07:30 - 18:00
Friday07:30 - 18:00

Filters

Show reviews that mention

Reviews

2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Jan 2024

Intermediate

KAYAK
The rental agent was extremely rude and disrespectful, and almost unhelpful. She should not be customer facing if she intends to treat customers poorly.

2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Mar 2021

KAYAK

Cons:

Transparency! The car I was promised was not what I got including the option. The car smelled of smoke and clearly the previous renter had animals. The car had dints and the appearance was very subpar. I was embarrassed to even drive it. It set in my garage the whole weekend. I even returned it on Sunday. I felt I was treated like a second class citizen and I all I got was sorry but it is what it is. The only satisfaction I got from this rental was returning it early!! I would never recommend Hertz to my friends and I would never rent from Hertz every again!!

4,4 Mediocre

Dave, Oct 2020

KAYAK

Cons:

Had to wait an hour to pick it up. It wasn't ready. Then, when they finally brought it out, it was filthy on the outside. The tire pressures were all wrong and there were many dents and dings on the exterior, including a stone chip on the windshield.

2,0 Poor

Thomas, Sept 2020

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff was friendly to get an upgrade. All downhill from there!

Cons:

Upgraded car smelled like smoke. Chip in window. Windows were dirty and literally could not see out of rear view mirror. Had to clean manually. Gas was 3/4 filled!! Worst rental experience ever!!!

8,0 Very Good

Anonymous, Jul 2023

Compact

KAYAK
Customer service was excellent.

2,0 Poor

Anonymous, Jul 2022

KAYAK
The local team was nice, however they were wildly unprepared to accomodate the needs and nuances of two international drivers. They couldn’t answer basic questions about insurance requirements and we had to wait nearly an hour for our car to be cleaned and ready.

1 out of 3

Avis

No score available yet

One location in Dublin

Show locations

Locations in Dublin

4003 Pimlico Drive

+1 925 460 0960

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 17:00
Sunday08:00 - 17:00

Filters

No reviews available

Budget

No score available yet

One location in Dublin

Locations in Dublin

4003 Pimlico Drive

+1 925 460 5230

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 17:00
Sunday08:00 - 17:00

Filters

No reviews available

Dollar

No score available yet

One location in Dublin

Locations in Dublin

4855 Hopyard Road

+1 925 227 8800

Monday13:00 - 17:0008:00 - 17:00
Tuesday13:00 - 17:0008:00 - 17:00
Wednesday13:00 - 17:0008:00 - 17:00
Thursday13:00 - 17:0008:00 - 17:00
Friday13:00 - 17:0008:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 13:00

Filters

Reviews

4,0 Mediocre

Anonymous, Mar 2024

Supplier choice

KAYAK
The car was dinged up significantly and noisy for a hybrid. It did not handle well. In the online reservation process I thought I was buying full coverage from the rental company but it was fromi a third party...that was confusing and not what I wanted. I didn't appreciate that. I would have had to pay more for the rental car coverage. The onsite staff. was very nice and professional . The only good part of this experience. .

6,0 Okay

Anonymous, Jul 2024

Intermediate

KAYAK
The car I booked was not there. But the replacement car was good too. The service at the desk was poor. The shop was actually called “Hertz” so we kept looking for Dollar for a while and reach the Hertz desk at 5min past 12:00 and the person at the desk was not ready to service us as it was 5 min past the closing time. We didn’t knew the shop closes at 12:00 on a Saturday. It would have been good if the pickup time was 11:55 rather than 12:00. We had to plead and give a tip to get the car.

Thrifty

No score available yet

One location in Dublin

Locations in Dublin

4855 Hopyard Rd #10

+1 925 227 8800

Monday13:00 - 17:0008:00 - 17:00
Tuesday13:00 - 17:0008:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:0013:00 - 17:00
Thursday13:00 - 17:0008:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:0013:00 - 17:00
Saturday09:00 - 13:00

Filters

Reviews

8,0 Very Good

Anonymous, May 2024

Compact

KAYAK
When I placed the order for this car on CarRentals.com, I was charged $40.95 which was described as: "the total cost of this reservation". When I went to pick up the car at Hertz, I was told that the vehicle license fee and taxes were not included - and was charged an additional $6.74. This information should be fully disclosed at the time the reservation is made.

Car hire locations in or near Dublin

Go to map view

Travelling to a place near Dublin?

Hire a car at Dublin if you plan to visit one of these locations
Menlo Park
Carmel-by-the-Sea

Good to know

Most popular car type

Mini

When to book a car hire in Dublin

Average daily price per month
Car hire prices as pick-up date approaches

Everything you need to know for your car hire in Dublin

Dublin car hire information

Pick-up locationDublin
Car types
Hire locations2
Airport locations0

Not what you’re looking for? Find thousands of other hotels, flights and car hire with KAYAK.