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For the most part, drivers will find mid-sized and smaller cars such as sedans, SUVs, and compacts are perfectly suited for hitting the road in Cork. This is because, in general, the roads and parking spaces are fairly large in the city. However, it should be noted that some of the older streets and alleys in Cork will be slightly on the narrower side so it may be worth renting a smaller car.
Speed limits in Cork vary from 50 km/h (31 mph) in built-up areas to 80 km/h (50 mph) on regional and local roads in the city. Additionally, larger roads in rural areas that aren’t quite highways go up to 100 km/h (62), while on freeways the speed limit is 120 km/h (75 mph).
If you are in the central business district, then parking garages and lots are the go-to option. There is a decent amount of streetside parking in the city, but in the busiest areas these spaces can fill up fast. Outside of the downtown core, parallel streetside parking is abundant and easy to find, so it will likely be your best bet.
On average a rental car in Cork costs $23 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 Cork found in the last 2 weeks is $14.
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest rental cars were found at Europcar ($8/day), Sixt ($9/day) and Easirent ($11/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest rental car price was found at Europcar Main Terminal, Cork Airport T12 H5XN (4 miles from city center).
Yes, automatic cars are available in most car renting companies in Cork. 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 Cork is $6.92 per gallon over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between $83 and $111, depending on the car size.
Intermediate (Nissan Qashqai or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Cork.
Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.
An Intermediate car rental in Cork costs $55 per day, on average.
A Mini car rental in Cork costs $36 per day, on average.
An Economy car rental in Cork costs $37 per day, on average.
In Cork, cars are most frequently rented at Europcar Main Terminal, Cork Airport (4 miles from city center).
On average a rental car in Cork costs $162 per week ($23 per day).
On average a rental car in Cork costs $694 per month ($23 per day).
Most car rental providers in Cork offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car rental in Cork, check out KAYAK's car rental insurance guide.
KAYAK has deals for you to compare from 23 car rental agencies in Cork.
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 Cork so that you can compare car rental rates, reviews and pick-up and drop-off locations to find the best deal for you.
At Cork car rentals, you must show your valid driver's license from the United States and your passport. Most cheap car rentals in Cork will want you to have a major credit card issued in your own name, though some may accept a debit card. Find out what kind of card your chosen rental agency deems acceptable before you travel. You do not need an IDP or International Driving Permit. Most cheap car rentals in Cork will require that you are 21 years old, and most likely will charge you a daily fee if you are younger than 25 or older than 70.
There are a few charges that are standard for cheap car rentals in Cork that might surprise you. Even though you are required to have a major credit card when you collect your rental car, most Cork car rentals will charge you a credit card fee of around $6. If you use your credit card insurance in order to cover the vehicle, that will incur a fee of around $33. There will often also be an overall administration fee of about $14. And the Irish car rental tax rate is 13.6%.
2 locations in Cork
Locations in Cork
Cork Ap
+353 21 496 5849
Railway Street
+353 21 455 2240
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One location in Cork
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Enterprise Rent A Car
+353 21 483 8973
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10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Apr 2024
Economy
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Jun 2023
Economy
3 locations in Cork
Locations in Cork
Commons Road Blackpool
+353 21 439 5464
Ground Floor
+353 21 483 8973
Unit 4 Industrial Estate
+353 21 497 5133
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One location in Cork
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Kinsale Road
+353 1 235 2030
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8.0 Very good
Anonymous, Oct 2024
Compact
10.0 Wonderful
raymond, Nov 2023
Intermediate SUV
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Jul 2023
Intermediate SUV
2.0 Poor
Zulfiquar, Dec 2021
3 locations in Cork
Locations in Cork
Cork Airport
+353 21 496 5849
Kent Train Station
+353 21 455 2240
Railway Street
+353 21 455 2240
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2.0 Poor
Robert, Aug 2024
Compact
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Sep 2022
One location in Cork
Locations in Cork
Arrivals Hall
+353 21 431 4000
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4.0 Mediocre
Stephen, Aug 2023
Economy
One location in Cork
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2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Sep 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Jun 2022
10.0 Wonderful
JIM, Jun 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Mary, Jul 2021
2 locations in Cork
from$10/dayLocations in Cork
11-13 South Terrace
+353 21 240 0140
Main Terminal, Cork Airport
+353 21 240 0100
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2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Feb 2024
Intermediate SUV
2.0 Poor
Philip, Jul 2023
Economy
One location in Cork
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Cork Airport - In Shuttle
+353 21 236 3163
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10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Oct 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Sep 2022
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Mar 2022
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Mar 2022
2.0 Poor
Darran, Jan 2022
2 locations in Cork
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Cork Ap
+353 21 496 5849
Railway Street
+353 21 455 2240
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10.0 Wonderful
Anonymous, Jul 2024
Intermediate SUV
2.0 Poor
Anonymous, Sep 2023
Compact SUV
2 locations in Cork
from$18/dayLocations in Cork
Lee Garage, 11-13 South Terrace, Cork
+353 212 400 140
Main Terminal Cork Airport
+353 212 400 100
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One location in Cork
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Sixt Rent a Car, Kinsale Road
+353 1235 2030
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Enterprise Rent A Car
+353 21 483 8973
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3 locations in Cork
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Main Terminal, Cork Airport
+353 1234 5678
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Main Terminal, Cork Airport
1844 1944
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Cork Airport
+353 21 242 7392
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Main Terminal, Cork Airport
+86 10 6064 1387
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Most popular agency | Europcar |
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Most popular car type | Intermediate |
Average price | $23/day |
Good deal | $16/day |
Pick-up location | Cork |
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Car types | Compact, Compact SUV, Economy, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Mini, Premium, Standard |
Rental locations | 33 |
Airport locations | 23 |
Popular agencies | Europcar, Sixt, Avis, Hertz, Budget |