Munster car rentals

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Based on car searches on KAYAK, the most popular cities to hire a car in Munster are Cork (83% of total searches of users looking to hire a car in Munster) and Shannon (17%).

Car rentals in Munster offer a convenient option for exploring the vast Irish province. You can drive to various destinations with no public transportation coverage. Renting a car in Munster saves you the hassle of moving around with a lot of luggage and allows you to avoid the congestion that comes with public transportation. You can travel to cities like Limerick and Shannon at your own pace and stop at popular attractions. Renting a car is more affordable when you look at the cumulative costs of hiring taxis to various destinations in the Irish province.

Like most parts of Ireland, driving is on the left-hand side of the road in Munster. Drivers are generally courteous and follow traffic rules. Driving in major cities and towns in the province can be challenging due to high human and motorized traffic. Slow down as you approach highly populated areas in the region. The general speed limit in Munster is 30 mph (50 km/h) on urban roads (towns and cities), 50 mph (80 km/h) on non-urban roads, 62 mph (100 km/h) on national highways, and 75 mph (120 km/h) on motorways. Speed limits are strictly enforced, so adhere to the posted speed limits.

To rent a car in Munster, Ireland, you must be at least 21 years old. You’ll come across a few companies with a 25-year-old rental age limit. These companies charge an additional fee for drivers between 21 and 24 years old. You must provide a driver’s license that has been valid for at least a year to rent a car in Munster. Other documentation requirements include an International Driving Permit (IDP) for foreign renters, additional identification documents (passport or photo ID), and an internationally recognized credit card for payment.