Book Budget car rentals in Dublin

• Where will I find some Budget locations in Dublin, Ireland?

  Travelers in the heart of Dublin looking to pick up a great rental car will find several location options. The first is west of the city's center at 37 Old Kilmainham, and the second is north of the city at 37 Old Kilmainham. If you are arriving on an airline flight to the area via the Dublin Airport (DUB), you will also find a Budget location at this airport terminal.

• What makes Budget an excellent rental company in Dublin, Ireland?

  Budget is known for offering competitive rental rates, helping you get the most value for your money. You can often find special deals and discounts that make renting with Budget an affordable choice. Budget's staff is generally known for providing quality customer service and can offer assistance during your rental process. The team at the Budget locations in Dublin can also offer visitors plenty of local insights, making your trip to Dublin a much more enjoyable experience.

• Where should I go to park my rental car in Dublin, Ireland?

  Dublin has both paid and free street parking zones. Paid parking is typically enforced from Monday to Saturday, between 7 am and 7 pm. The cost can vary but typically is around €2-€4 (approximately $2.10-$4.30) per hour. In some areas, you'll need to pay with coins at the parking meter, while in others, you can use mobile apps for payment. Look for “Pay and Display” parking areas where you purchase a parking ticket from a nearby machine and display it on your dashboard. Prices may vary by location, but “Pay and Display” is usually less expensive than on-street parking.

• How much does it cost to rent a car from Budget in Dublin?

  On average a rental car from Budget in Dublin costs $75 per day.

• What is the most popular rental car from Budget in Dublin?

  Small rental cars (Volkswagen Polo or similar) are the most frequently booked rental car types from Budget in Dublin.

• How many car rental locations does Budget have in Dublin?

  Budget has 3 rental locations in Dublin. Take a look at our Budget rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.

• Does Budget have a car rental location at the airport: Dublin airport (DUB)?

  Yes

• Does Budget offer shuttle or airport pick-up services from Dublin airport (DUB)?

  Yes

Reviews for Budget in Dublin

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10.0

Why was I charged €20 when I returned my vehicle?Reviewed Aug 11 2026

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4.0

Terrible. They gave a car with faults. On the motorway we almost crashed. Returned the car after just 10 minutes driving and they tried to blame us. Next car was ok but really bad smell. Don't they clean or inspect them? DisgustingReviewed Aug 10 2026

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8.0

Easy pick up and drop offReviewed Aug 8 2026

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6.0

Car was filthy. Not cleaned interior from previous driver. Trash in glovebox, stains of food and other on seats and door cards, very bad smell in the car. Car given with tyre pressure low.Reviewed Jul 31 2026

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2.0

I was not able to get the car I reserved because an additional $3,000 was going to be held on my card on top of the $1,300 that the car rental and insurance (which I was forced to pay) was going to cost. It was the worst car rental experience I’ve ever had and I will only rent from Sixt and Turo moving forward. They are the only companies that always provide a great rental experience and tell you everything up front so you know what to expect when renting the vehicle.Reviewed Jul 27 2026

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6.0

The car only had just over half a tack of petrol at pickup and it could have been cleaner. The staff responded well, but it should have been fully fueled and ready. We also had issues with the insurance - this could be a Kayak problem. At pickup, I was told we didn't have standard insurance, which I though wasn't even possible. We had to pay extra to get standard insurance! I can understand full cover with zero excess being optional for extra cost, but standard is legally required, so I do not understand why it wasn't included by Kayak.Reviewed Jul 13 2026

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2.0

Did not give me the car. Wanted 45,000€ deposit!! Joke of a service. Issues between the booking service and Budget in terms of insurance coverage agreements. Not good enough from both parties.Reviewed Jun 29 2026

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2.0

The Dublin Airport Budget staff would not accept the insurance that we purchased on Kayak, so we had to abandon our rental from Budget after two attempts. I also emailed them with a letter of coverage from our credit card company, asking if they would accept that, and they never replied.Reviewed Jun 23 2026

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8.0

The person at pickup was not helpful as she insisted on having a letter from my credit card detailing that it would provide car insurance in Ireland. There was a hold of over $8600 CDN placed on my credit card to cover potential damages and gas (if not on Full when car returned). It was unclear if the hold for damages would have been applied if I’d had the letter. The vehicle was not that clean, inside or out, and clearly had been driven through narrow roadways in Ireland, based on the amount of scrapes and scratches on its body. Otherwise the rental was fine and we appreciated having an automatic hybrid, especially given the steep cost of gas. The rental price was also terrific compared to other car rentals I’ve had recently.Reviewed Jun 17 2026

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They would not rent me the car ss they wanted a doctors letter becauase of my age. This was something buried in the fine print. I dont know if my doctor would have written what they wanted. Enterprise only has one age restriction and that is you must be over 30. They saved our baconReviewed Jun 12 2026

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I had a fantastic experience with Enterprise. The customer service was top-notch, and the pickup process was incredibly quick. To top it off, they gave me a free upgrade with zero hassle. The entire process was well-managed and professional. I’ll definitely be renting from this location again!Reviewed Jun 9 2026

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6.0

Had to wait a long time for the shuttle bus. Had to wait a long time in the line up to rent the car. Took an hour and a half to finally get the car.Reviewed Jun 3 2026

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