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Car hire insight and trends in Galway

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What is the cheapest car hire agency in Galway?

The cheapest car hire in Galway are generally found through Europcar. When booking with Europcar, you may be able to find car hire prices for as low as $38/day. The average price to hire a car in Galway is $38/day.

What car hire company in Galway has the most locations?

Sunnycars has the most locations of any car hire company in Galway, with 2 locations.

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Small cars

$28 - $134

All Car Types

$28 - $197

The average price of a small car hire in Galway, Ireland is $87. The cheapest time to hire a small car in Galway, Ireland is in February. The price is 68% lower than the rest of the year at just $28 per day. A small car rental is typically 19% less expensive than the average rental car in Galway. The average price of a vehicle hire in Galway can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire.

The average price of a medium car hire in Galway, Ireland is $60. The cheapest time to hire a medium car in Galway, Ireland is in March. The price is 45% lower than the rest of the year at just $34 per day. A medium car rental is typically 43% less expensive than the average rental car in Galway. The average price of a vehicle hire in Galway can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire.

The average price of a SUV hire in Galway, Ireland is $56. The cheapest time to hire a SUV in Galway, Ireland is in December. The price is 8% lower than the rest of the year at just $62 per day. A SUV rental is typically 47% less expensive than the average rental car in Galway. The average price of a vehicle hire in Galway can vary based on a number of factors including supply, popularity of the vehicle, and how far out you book your car hire.


Galway car hire directory

All major car hire suppliers in Galway

Europcar

10.0
Wonderful
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Budget

9.4
Wonderful
4 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.7

Comfort

9.7

Overall

9.7

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

8.2

keddy by Europcar

1 location

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

7.5

Payless

6.2
Okay
6 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

7.2

Comfort

7.0

Overall

6.2

Pick-up/drop-off

6.8

Value

5.2

CARHIRE.ie

1 location

Sunnycars

2 locations

Easirent

7 reviews1 location

Quick facts about car hire in Galway

Get the overview on great hire deals, popular car hire companies, and best car types for your visit in Galway

Popular Car Types

Standard, Economy, Intermediate

Cheapest Hire Car

$42

Most Popular Model

Class Luxury Van
The following car types were offered at car hire companies in Galway in the past 72 hours: Standard, Economy, Intermediate.
The lowest price for a car hire in Galway is $42/day. For this area, you can expect average prices starting from $43/day.
The most popular car model to hire in Galway in the past 7 days is the Class Luxury Van. Our users also prefer the Hyundai Tucson as an alternative.

Driving with a car hire in Galway - FAQs

Learn everything there is to know about hiring a car in Galway so you can be properly prepared for your next trip

Is there a fee to cancel my Galway, Ireland car hire?

The majority of the Galway car hire agencies that we partner with do not have a cancellation fee. This means that if your plans change unexpectedly, many car hire centres in Galway such as Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Europcar, and Budget often offer cancellation free of charge based on when you booked.

What is the speed limit in Galway, Ireland?

Galway’s speed limit is 50 km/h when you are driving in the city. This speed limit might also apply to surrounding towns and neighbourhoods. The suburban speed limit in Galway is 100 km/h and the speed limit for motorways is 120 km/h. However, be sure to look for posted signage as these speeds may vary.

What is the weather like in Galway, Ireland in November?

Those looking for a hire car in Galway during the month of November should expect temperatures to be around 7 °C and should expect around 85 mm of precipitation. This information can be helpful when choosing which car you’d like to rent.

Is the weather in Galway similar to the rest of Galway?

If you’re looking for a Galway hire car for a road trip to the surrounding areas during the month of November it’s important to know that the rest of Galway typically has a temperature of 7 °C and will usually expect 85 mm of precipitation.

When did momondo last update prices for cars in Galway?

Prices for cars in Galway refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for cars in Galway?

How old do you have to be to hire a car in Galway?

The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including Galway. In many EU countries drivers must be 18 years old. As a rule, you’ll need to be 21 to hire a car abroad, and a young driver surcharge may be applied if you are under 25. We recommend reading through the policy of your chosen hire company before booking.

What documentation or ID do you need to hire a car in Galway?

When hiring a car in Galway, all drivers must present a full valid driving license. An International Driving Permit is required if the driving license is written in a language different to that of the country of rental and may be necessary to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you are hiring abroad, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend checking with the individual hire company you are booking with.


Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to book a car hire in Galway?

You should book a car hire in Galway using momondo because it is quick, free and easy to use and could save you money. momondo does the hard work of finding the car hire prices and policies, all you need to do is compare and choose what works best for your trip.

How does momondo help me find the best car hire deal in Galway?

momondo helps you find the best car hire deal in Galway by allowing you to filter results by price, capacity, car features, drop off, pick-up location and many more.

Does momondo show car hire deals in Galway with free cancellation?

Of course! momondo has a dedicated filter for users to specifically look at car hire in Galway which offer free cancellation.

Can I hire a car with a fair fuel policy in Galway on momondo?

Absolutely! momondo offers this feature when searching for a car hire in Galway.

Can I find a car hire in Galway which offers enhanced cleaning on momondo?

Enhanced cleaning services can be found on all car hire locations on momondo including Galway.

Can I search for car hire in Galway with unlimited mileage on momondo?

Yes, momondo is capable of showing unlimited mileage car hire options in Galway.


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