Cork car hire

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Cork car rental experiences: the best tips from KAYAK users

Insights shared by verified travelers who rented a car in Cork 
Verified travelerOct 2024
Check with the agency on what insurance is necessary before buying anything.
Verified travelerJul 2023
The car rental counter is in the airport - took us awhile to find it.

KAYAK’s top tips for renting a car in Cork

  • No trip to Cork is complete without a road trip. With a hire car, travelers can see for themselves the beauty of the Irish landscape. Cork is conveniently located near a number of stunning attractions that all an easy drive from the city. For instance, Blarney Castle is just 6.2 miles from the city center, and Rock of Cashel is 59 miles away.
  • Excited to pick up your hire car and get your vacation in Cork started? For travelers landing at Cork Airport, you will find all of the hire car offices located in the airport’s Arrivals Hall.
  • One tip to keep in mind when driving in Cork is that you must yield to the car on the right. This may be confusing at first, especially for drivers not used to driving on the left side of the road. You will adjust soon enough, though -- just make sure to look both ways and keep an eye on the other cars on the road.
  • Drivers in cork can expect to experience rush hour traffic in the morning from 6:30 a.m. up until 9:30 a.m. Rush hour picks up again in the afternoon from 3:30 p.m. until around 6:30 p.m. In terms of congestion, the South Ring Road and the M8 Highway experience some of the highest levels of traffic during peak hours and therefore are worth avoiding during rush hour.
  • Book your rental car in Cork at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Compact rental cars in Cork are around 73% cheaper than other car types, on average
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FAQs about renting a car in Cork

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

    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.

  • What’s the speed limit in Cork?

    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).

  • Where are the best places to park in Cork?

    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.

  • How much is the price of fuel in Cork?

    The average price of fuel in Cork is AED 25.97 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between AED 312 and AED 415, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular car hire in Cork?

    Intermediate (Volkswagen T-Cross or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Cork.

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

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

  • How much does an Intermediate car hire cost in Cork?

    An Intermediate car hire in Cork costs AED 207 per day, on average.

  • How much does an Economy car hire cost in Cork?

    An Economy car hire in Cork costs AED 88 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Luxury car hire cost in Cork?

    A Luxury car hire in Cork costs AED 878 per day, on average.

  • What is the most popular rental car location in Cork?

    In Cork, cars are most frequently rented at Easirent Cork Airport - In Shuttle (6 km from city centre ).

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Cork car rental reviews and directory

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

Thrifty

10.0

Wonderful

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

2 locations in Cork

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Locations in Cork

Cork Ap

+353 21 496 5849

Monday07:00 - 23:59
Tuesday07:00 - 23:59
Wednesday07:00 - 23:59
Thursday07:00 - 23:59
Friday07:00 - 23:59
Saturday07:00 - 23:59
Sunday07:00 - 23:59

Railway Street

+353 21 455 2240

Monday08:30 - 17:30
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Wednesday08:30 - 17:30
Thursday08:30 - 17:30
Friday08:30 - 17:30
Saturday09:00 - 17:00
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Alamo

10.0

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

One location in Cork

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Locations in Cork

Enterprise Rent A Car

+353 21 483 8973

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Apr 2024

Economy

KAYAK
Great - Eoin was a legend, sorted us out

1 out of 1

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

8.0

Very Good

Cleanliness

9.6

Comfort

8.8

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.0

Value for money

7.6

3 locations in Cork

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Locations in Cork

Commons Road Blackpool

+353 21 439 5464

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

Ground Floor

+353 21 483 8973

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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Saturday00:00 - 00:00
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Unit 4 Industrial Estate

+353 21 497 5133

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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Saturday09:00 - 17:00
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Sixt

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

7.4

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.2

Value for money

7.8

One location in Cork

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Locations in Cork

Kinsale Road

+353 1 235 2030

Monday07:00 - 23:59
Tuesday07:00 - 23:59
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8.0 Very Good

Anonymous, Oct 2024

Compact

KAYAK
Agent in Cork was very friendly with lots of info on things in the area. Car was a bit small for 4 adults and luggage but it worked. Only thing I didn’t like was the insurance thing. When I booked Kayak indicated we needed insurance so I bought some from their partner since none of our credit cards cover Ireland car rentals. But at the agency we were told what we bought wasn’t enough and had to buy more from them. Feel like I got ripped off.

10.0 Wonderful

raymond, Nov 2023

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
Everything was perfect. Easy pickup and drop off and car was clean and drive seamlessly. Price was an extra bonus considering how expensive rentals can be.

1 out of 2

Hertz

Cleanliness

9.5

Comfort

9.5

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.0

Value for money

7.0

3 locations in Cork

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Locations in Cork

Cork Airport

+353 21 496 5849

Monday07:00 - 23:59
Tuesday07:00 - 23:59
Wednesday07:00 - 23:59
Thursday07:00 - 23:59
Friday07:00 - 23:59
Saturday07:00 - 23:59
Sunday07:00 - 23:59

Kent Train Station

+353 21 455 2240

Monday08:30 - 17:30
Tuesday08:30 - 17:30
Wednesday08:30 - 17:30
Thursday08:30 - 17:30
Friday08:30 - 17:30
Saturday09:00 - 17:00
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Railway Street

+353 21 455 2240

Monday08:30 - 17:30
Tuesday08:30 - 17:30
Wednesday08:30 - 17:30
Thursday08:30 - 17:30
Friday08:30 - 17:30
Saturday09:00 - 17:00
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2.0 Poor

Robert, Aug 2024

Compact

KAYAK
Need to stop this insurance scam.

1 out of 1

Budget

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.0

Value for money

6.0

One location in Cork

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Locations in Cork

Arrivals Hall

+353 21 431 4000

Monday07:00 - 23:59
Tuesday07:00 - 23:59
Wednesday07:00 - 23:59
Thursday07:00 - 23:59
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Europcar

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.4

Value for money

6.8

2 locations in Cork

Locations in Cork

11-13 South Terrace

+353 21 240 0140

Opening times not available

Main Terminal, Cork Airport

+353 21 240 0100

Opening times not available

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Apr 2025

Standard

KAYAK
Easy pick up and drop off process. The staff at Cork Airport was very friendly and helpful.

2.0 Poor

Anonymous, Feb 2024

Intermediate SUV

KAYAK
On return - after a short rental I was fully charged the excess for 1 item that there was no way I would have checked when assessing damage the black wall above the wheel was missing - I would never have thought to look there and 100% certain it did not fall off when I was driving. I feel it is a scam and a rip off. Will never rent from them again and will not recommend them to anyone I know.

Avis

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.4

Pick-up/Drop-off

7.9

Value for money

6.4

One location in Cork

Locations in Cork

Arrivals Hall

Monday07:00 - 23:59
Tuesday07:00 - 23:59
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Easirent

Cleanliness

6.0

Comfort

5.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.0

Value for money

6.0

One location in Cork

Locations in Cork

Cork Airport - In Shuttle

+353 21 236 3163

Opening times not available

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Dollar

4.0

Cleanliness

4.0

Comfort

4.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

4.0

Value for money

4.0

2 locations in Cork

Locations in Cork

Cork Ap

+353 21 496 5849

Monday07:00 - 23:59
Tuesday07:00 - 23:59
Wednesday07:00 - 23:59
Thursday07:00 - 23:59
Friday07:00 - 23:59
Saturday07:00 - 23:59
Sunday07:00 - 23:59

Railway Street

+353 21 455 2240

Monday08:30 - 17:30
Tuesday08:30 - 17:30
Wednesday08:30 - 17:30
Thursday08:30 - 17:30
Friday08:30 - 17:30
Saturday09:00 - 17:00
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keddy by Europcar

9.2

Wonderful

2 locations in Cork

Locations in Cork

Lee Garage, 11-13 South Terrace, Cork

+353 212 400 140

Opening times not available

Main Terminal Cork Airport

+353 212 400 100

Monday07:00 - 23:59
Tuesday07:00 - 23:59
Wednesday07:00 - 23:59
Thursday07:00 - 23:59
Friday07:00 - 23:59
Saturday07:00 - 23:59
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FLIZZR

8.0

Very Good

One location in Cork

Locations in Cork

Sixt Rent a Car, Kinsale Road

+353 1235 2030

Monday07:00 - 23:59
Tuesday07:00 - 23:59
Wednesday07:00 - 23:59
Thursday07:00 - 23:59
Friday07:00 - 23:59
Saturday07:00 - 23:59
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National

8.0

Very Good

One location in Cork

Locations in Cork

Enterprise Rent A Car

+353 21 483 8973

Monday08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday08:00 - 17:00
Thursday08:00 - 17:00
Friday08:00 - 17:00
Saturday00:00 - 00:00
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DRIVALIA

5.1

Fair

One location in Cork

Locations in Cork

Cork Airport

Opening times not available

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No reviews available

GREEN MOTION

4.2

Mediocre

One location in Cork

Locations in Cork

Cork Airport

Opening times not available

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No reviews available

Sunnycars

No score available yet

3 locations in Cork

Locations in Cork

Commons Road Blackpool

Opening times not available

Cork Airport

Opening times not available

Kinsale Road

Opening times not available

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No reviews available

24 Hour Rent A Car

No score available yet

One location in Cork

Locations in Cork

Main Terminal, Cork Airport

+353 1234 5678

Opening times not available

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No reviews available

CARHIRE.ie

No score available yet

One location in Cork

Locations in Cork

Main Terminal, Cork Airport

1844 1944

Opening times not available

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No reviews available

Dooley Car Rentals

No score available yet

One location in Cork

Locations in Cork

Cork Airport

Opening times not available

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No reviews available

Irish Car Rentals

No score available yet

One location in Cork

Locations in Cork

Cork airport

Opening times not available

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Payless

No score available yet

One location in Cork

Locations in Cork

Cork Airport

+353 21 242 7392

Monday07:00 - 23:59
Tuesday07:00 - 23:59
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Thursday07:00 - 23:59
Friday07:00 - 23:59
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Shouqi

No score available yet

One location in Cork

Locations in Cork

Main Terminal, Cork Airport

+86 10 6064 1387

Opening times not available

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No reviews available

Smile Rent

No score available yet

One location in Cork

Locations in Cork

Cork Airport

Opening times not available

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44 travellers who rented a car in Cork gave the car agency they used an average rating of 6.4

Car hire locations in or near Cork

Good to know

Most popular car type

Intermediate

When to book a car hire in Cork

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Cork car hire information

Pick-up locationCork
Car types
Hire locations33
Airport locations23

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