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If you're a single traveler who doesn't require much space, a small, compact car is ideal for driving and parking around Belfast. But, if you're planning on a road trip to other destinations around the country, a sedan or an SUV might be a better option — especially if you're traveling with the whole family.
The speed limit within city limits is typically 30 miles per hour, but it has been lowered to 20 miles per hour on more than 70 streets throughout Belfast, so pay extra attention to the signs when driving through the city. The speed limits on highways and motorways across Northern Ireland range between 60 and 70 miles per hour.
There are lots of parking lots in and around the city center, many of which are free. The fares at the paid parking lots can range anywhere between £0.20 to £2.50 per hour. Drivers must pay for parking between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m., Monday to Saturday. Those who wish can leave their vehicles for free at one of the Park and Ride facilities around the city, with the closest one to the city center, Northside Park and Ride, just off the A12.
On average a rental car in Belfast costs $36 per day. But prices differ between operators and you can save money through a price comparison of car rental deals from different agencies. The cheapest price for a car rental in Belfast found in the last 2 weeks is $27.
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Dollar ($18/day), keddy by Europcar ($19/day) and DRIVALIA ($19/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest rental car price was found at Dollar 30 Revanhill Road BT6 8EA (1 miles from city center).
Yes, automatic cars are available in most car renting companies in Belfast. As cars with manual transmission are more common in many countries, you might have to pay an additional charge for renting an automatic car.
The average gas price in Belfast is $6.58 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between $79 and $105, depending on the car size.
Intermediate (Nissan Qashqai or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Belfast.
Car rental companies onsite at Belfast City airport include Hertz, Budget, Sixt, DRIVALIA, Europcar, keddy by Europcar, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Alamo, Avis and National.
Car rental companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Belfast City airport to off-airport locations include Hertz, Budget, Sixt, Europcar, keddy by Europcar, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Alamo, Avis, and National.
Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.
An Intermediate car rental in Belfast costs $68 per day, on average.
An Economy car rental in Belfast costs $38 per day, on average.
A Compact car rental in Belfast costs $42 per day, on average.
In Belfast, cars are most frequently rented at keddy by Europcar Arrivals Hall, Belfast City Airport. (3 miles from city center).
On average a rental car in Belfast costs $254 per week ($36 per day).
On average a rental car in Belfast costs $1,090 per month ($36 per day).
Most car rental providers in Belfast offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car rental in Belfast, check out KAYAK's car rental insurance guide.
KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 25 car rental agencies in Belfast.
Finding the right price, understanding the add-ons and staying up to date with policy changes can be a challenge. That’s why KAYAK has produced the ultimate guide to renting a car to help you cut though the jargon and make the right choice for your rental car. Find tips and insights for how to book your rental, what car rental insurance you’ll need, how to deal with a car rental agency and what extra fees to expect (and avoid!).
KAYAK searches thousands of car rental agencies to provide you with offers from all car rental agencies operating in Belfast so that you can compare car rental rates, reviews and pick-up and drop-off locations to find the best deal for you.
The Falls Road connects Belfast's western suburbs to the city center. There are a few gas stations along the length of this road. Other Belfast roads with fewer gas stations are the Shankill Road and the Lisburn Road, which run respectively through the north and south of the city.
The Antrim Coast is one of the most picturesque regions in Ireland. This road trip offers breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean as it winds along the coast. You will pass through quaint villages and gorgeous beaches. It takes just over an hour to travel from Belfast city to the Antrim Coast.
3 locations in Belfast
Locations in Belfast
69-71 Gt Victoria St
+44 28 9023 0700
Belfast City Airport
+44 28 9045 1111
Belfast International Airport
+44 28 9442 3332
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10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Jul 2024
Economy
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Jun 2024
Standard
8.0 Very good
Glen, Oct 2023
Mini
10.0 Wonderful
Matt, Oct 2023
Economy
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, May 2022
8.0 Very good
Anonymous, Aug 2023
Intermediate
5 locations in Belfast
Locations in Belfast
157 Cromac Street
+44 28 9031 6151
70 Boucher Rd
+44 28 9066 6767
Arrivals Hall
+44 28 9009 7777
Sydenham Bypass
+44 28 9009 8889
Unit 1
+44 289 066 6767
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10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Jan 2024
Compact
10.0 Wonderful
Erin, Aug 2023
Minivan
10.0 Wonderful
Dermot, Jul 2023
Compact
2 locations in Belfast
Locations in Belfast
Arrivals Hall
+44 28 9445 1940
Enterprise Rent-a-car
+44 28 9046 3850
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10.0 Wonderful
Lynne, Aug 2022
5 locations in Belfast
Locations in Belfast
108-116 Durham Street
+44 330 002 2666
181 Airport Road
+44 330 002 2666
Connsbank Road Unit 3
+44 330 002 2666
George Best Belfast City AP
+44 330 002 2666
Only for cruise ship passenger
+44 330 002 2666
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8.0 Very good
Darren, Sep 2024
Mini
6.0 Okay
Anonymous, May 2024
Economy
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, May 2024
Economy
10.0 Wonderful
Bruno, Oct 2022
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Oct 2022
8.0 Very good
MATT, Sep 2022
4 locations in Belfast
Locations in Belfast
30 Ravenhill Road
+44 289 073 1300
East Bridge Street
+44 289 073 1300
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
+44 289 073 2451
Terminal Bldg
+44 289 442 2533
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3 locations in Belfast
Locations in Belfast
27 Balmoral Road
+44 371 384 3428
Sydenham Bypass
+44 371 384 3425
Unit 4
+44 371 384 3429
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2.0 Poor
Mitch, Feb 2024
Standard SUV
4 locations in Belfast
Locations in Belfast
Belfast City Airport, 75 Sydenham Road
+44 28 9590 8058 / +44 7921 439921
Belfast International Airport - Shuttle, Karl Business Park, 92 Old Ballyrobin Road
+44 289 244 8755
Karl Business Park
+44 28 9244 8755
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2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Apr 2022
3 locations in Belfast
from$30/dayLocations in Belfast
69-71 Great Victoria Street
+44 28 9032 9258
Belfast City Airport
+44 28 9073 1929
Belfast International Airport
+44 28 9445 2642
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2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Aug 2023
Compact SUV
8.0 Very good
Anonymous, May 2023
Economy
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Nov 2021
5 locations in Belfast
from$24/dayLocations in Belfast
(harbour A/p)
+44 28 9073 2451
30 Revanhill Road
+44 28 9073 1300
East Bridge Street
+44 28 9073 1300
Terminal Bldg
+44 28 9442 2533
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2.0 Poor
Alan, Jun 2023
Economy
4.0 Mediocre
Anonymous, Sep 2023
Intermediate SUV
10.0 Wonderful
Daniel, Aug 2023
Premium
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Aug 2023
Mini
4.0 Mediocre
Anonymous, Jul 2023
Intermediate SUV
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Jun 2023
Economy
3 locations in Belfast
from$27/dayLocations in Belfast
30 Revanhill Road
+44 28 9073 1300
East Bridge Street
+44 28 9073 1300
Terminal Bldg
+44 28 9442 2533
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2 locations in Belfast
from$111/dayLocations in Belfast
Arrivals Hall,belfast City Apt
+44 28 9046 3850
Arrivals Hall
+44 28 9445 1940
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3 locations in Belfast
from$24/dayLocations in Belfast
75 Sydenham Road
+44 28 9590 8058
Karl Business Park
+44 28 9244 8755
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One location in Belfast
Locations in Belfast
22 Heron Business Park, Heron Road
+44 28 9073 1988
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One location in Belfast
Locations in Belfast
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4 locations in Belfast
Locations in Belfast
3 Lanyon Place
+44 330 002 2666
48 Airport Road West
+44 330 002 2666
Belfast Airport Aldergrove International BFS
+44 7730 660650
Belfast Airport George Best BHD
+44 844 499 3399
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One location in Belfast
Locations in Belfast
62 Boucher Rd
+44 149 476 9810
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8 locations in Belfast
from$23/dayLocations in Belfast
27 Balmoral Road, Boucher Road
+44 371 384 3428
90 - 92 Grosvenor Road
+44 371 384 3428
Arrivals Hall, Belfast City Airport.
8713843425
Belfast International Airport Ry Arrivals Hall
+44 371 384 3426
Stena Line Belfast Port Victoria Terminal 4
+44 371 384 3425
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7 locations in Belfast
Locations in Belfast
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2 locations in Belfast
Locations in Belfast
27 Boucher Road
+44 330 019 5506
62 Boucher Road
+44 28 9038 3444
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2 locations in Belfast
Locations in Belfast
Stena Line Belfast Port Victoria Terminal 4
+44 371 384 3430
Unit 4 College Avenue
+44 371 384 3429
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2 locations in Belfast
Locations in Belfast
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One location in Belfast
Locations in Belfast
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One location in Belfast
Locations in Belfast
Belfast International Airport Airport Rd, Belfast , United Kingdom
+44 289 445 2522
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One location in Belfast
Locations in Belfast
Belfast International Airport
+44 371 384 3425
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One location in Belfast
Locations in Belfast
26 Boucher Road
+44 28 9590 6810
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Most popular agency | Hertz |
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Most popular car type | Intermediate |
Average price | $36/day |
Good deal | $27/day |
Pick-up location | Belfast |
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Car types | Compact, Compact SUV, Economy, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Luxury, Mini, Premium, Standard |
Rental locations | 75 |
Airport locations | 34 |
Popular agencies | keddy by Europcar, Europcar, Dollar, Routes Car & Truck Rentals, National |