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Pick-up location | Belfast |
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Car types | Compact, Compact SUV, Economy, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Mini, Premium, Standard SUV |
Hire locations | 68 |
Airport locations | 29 |
Popular agencies | keddy by Europcar, Sixt, Europcar, Alamo |
Economy | £17/day |
Compact | £17/day |
Intermediate | £19/day |
Mini | £19/day |
Premium | £42/day |
Compact SUV | £18/day |
Intermediate SUV | £21/day |
Standard SUV | £33/day |
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 car hire in Belfast costs £30 per day.
In the past 72 hours, the cheapest car hires were found at keddy by Europcar (£17/day), Alamo (£19/day) and Sixt (£19/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest hire car price was found at keddy by Europcar Arrivals Hall, Belfast City Airport. BT3 9JH (3 miles from the city centre).
The average price of fuel in Belfast is £5.53 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between £66 and £88, depending on the car size.
Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Belfast.
Car hire companies onsite at Belfast City airport include Budget, Sixt, Europcar, Hertz, Firefly, Avis, Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, keddy by Europcar and Easirent.
Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Belfast City airport to off-airport locations include Budget, Sixt, Europcar, Hertz, Avis, Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, keddy by Europcar, Easirent and National.
Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.
An Economy car hire in Belfast costs £25 per day, on average.
A Compact car hire in Belfast costs £27 per day, on average.
A Mini car hire in Belfast costs £21 per day, on average.
In Belfast, cars are most frequently hired at DRIVALIA Arrivals Hall Belfast International Airport (12 miles from city centre).
On average a car hire in Belfast costs £212 per week (£30 per day).
On average a car hire in Belfast costs £909 per month (£30 per day).
Most car hire 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 hire in Belfast, check out KAYAK's car hire insurance guide.
As in other parts of the UK, the drink-driving limit in Belfast is 80 mg per 100 ml of blood. The authorities take this very seriously, as part of a drive to reduce drink driving in the city. You risk a huge fine, a driving ban and even prison time if you're caught over the limit.
Yes, most of the main car hire companies have more than a single branch in Belfast, and you can return your car to any of these. It doesn't have to be the same branch where you collected it. If it's after office hours, they offer key drop-boxes for your convenience.
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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Oct 2022
2.0 Poor
Oct 2022
8.0 Very Good
Sept 2022
2.0 Poor
Jul 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Jul 2022
6.0 Okay
Jun 2022
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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Oct 2023
10.0 Wonderful
Oct 2023
10.0 Wonderful
May 2022
10.0 Wonderful
Jan 2019
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All round great experience, helpful and chatty staff at drop off.Cons:
Lucky wasn’t raining but the covered walkway is being worked on now9.2 Wonderful
Jan 2019
Pros:
Car, cleanliness, ease of process. Overall car hire as it should be - no excess hard sell, just here’s your car and off you go. Return even simpler.Cons:
Delay in picking up due to 1 person only dealing with all Budget and Avis rentals. Not his fault - he was very efficient and friendly but policy decision to employ only 1 person to cover all pickups for 2 companies.8.0 Very Good
Apr 2018
Pros:
No hassle picking up car. Great price.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
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9.6 Wonderful
Oct 2017
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The customer service I received was exceptional.Cons:
Completely happy.10.0 Wonderful
Sept 2017
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The staff in the Belfast Cromac Street branch were just great-I hire cars a lot and they went out of their way to help me.10.0 Wonderful
Aug 2017
Pros:
Pickup and drop off were a breeze. They even drove us back to the hotel after drop off. The car was clean and ran great. Did some extensive driving and never had a problem.Cons:
A litlte bit of a hard sell for the additional insurance which I did not need.10.0 Wonderful
Aug 2023
10.0 Wonderful
Jul 2023
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
Jun 2017
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Great staff, very easy, the intermediate car was incredibly reasonable and a great drive.10.0 Wonderful
Aug 2022
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
Feb 2024
10.0 Wonderful
Jun 2019
Pros:
Staff were extremely friendly and helpful. Brand new car.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
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
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2.0 Poor
Apr 2022
3 locations in Belfast
Locations 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
Aug 2018
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NothingCons:
They didn't had cars available for me, so they give me no more alternatives that to wait for next day and rent with a different company.2.0 Poor
Aug 2023
8.0 Very Good
May 2023
2.0 Poor
Nov 2021
4 locations in Belfast
Locations 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
Jun 2023
7.6 Good
Jul 2018
Pros:
Hertz rental in UK (I’m from USA) was reasonably convenient- I accidentally booked from wrong Airport. Unfortunately I wasn’t able to pick up at the other airport- though they tried! They helpfully delayed pickup. I should have investigated insurance more thoroughly so that added unexpected costs. Still a good cake given unlimited mileage!Cons:
Car was very basic model and smelt vaguely musty. Again insurance charges were unexpected expense. (2x estimated).2.0 Poor
Jul 2018
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Nothing.Cons:
No vehicle and poor customer service. Cancelled booking at desk.4.0 Mediocre
Sept 2023
10.0 Wonderful
Aug 2023
2.0 Poor
Aug 2023
2 locations in Belfast
Locations in Belfast
Arrivals Hall,belfast City Apt
+44 28 9046 3850
Arrivals Hall
+44 28 9445 1940
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One location in Belfast
Locations in Belfast
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2 locations in Belfast
Locations in Belfast
30 Revanhill Road
+44 28 9073 1300
East Bridge Street
+44 28 9073 1300
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One location in Belfast
Locations in Belfast
Green Motion Belfast, Block A Units 1&2, 22 Heron Business Park, Heron Road
+44 289 073 1988
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One location in Belfast
Locations in Belfast
26 Boucher Road
+44 28 9590 6810
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One location in Belfast
Locations in Belfast
Belfast International Airport
+44 371 384 3425
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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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7 locations in Belfast
from £20/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
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7 locations in Belfast
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2 locations in Belfast
Locations in Belfast
27 Boucher Road
+44 330 019 5506
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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
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One location in Belfast
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One location in Belfast
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Belfast International Airport Airport Rd, Belfast , United Kingdom
+44 289 445 2522
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Some Belfast car providers already include Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) and Theft Protection Waiver into the hire price but not all of them. We recommend being aware of your coverage when hiring a car in Belfast.
Keep in mind that car hire insurances often have a deductible clause, which is the amount you’ll have to pay if something happens during the time of your hire. If you want to avoid unwanted surprises, you should consider adding a non-deductible option to your Belfast car hire.