Letterkenny car hire

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Letterkenny car hire information

Pick-up locationLetterkenny
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Hire locations3
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KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Letterkenny

  • Letterkenny is the largest town in the county and an optimum place to set up a base for exploring the countryside surrounding it, the rest of the country, and some of the best places to visit in and around Donegal. Choosing a car hire in Letterkenny gives you the chance to take control of your road trip without having to rely on local transport. No standing in long bus lines or dealing with overpriced taxis. Take a drive out to Donegal Country Museum before driving to St. Eunan's Cathedral and then spend some time at a local bar, all on your own time and without delays.
  • If you're flying into the country, the nearest airport to Letterkenny is Derry Airport, located around 40 minutes away by car and offers car hire in Letterkenny by two separate companies. You'll need to make a booking online when hiring a car at Derry Airport and arrange to meet the car hire agency at the airport on arrival. The two agencies available are AVIS and Hertz and they offer a wide range of cars to choose from. Some of the most popular choices include 4x4s and SUVs, best suited for long-distance travel.
  • The roads in Letterkenny are suitable for all-size vehicles but best suited to small cars, especially when driving around the centre of town. The open road outside of the city is best for 4x4s and SUVs, especially if you're travelling between towns and cities and road-tripping across the country. You'll want to make sure there are snow coverings on your tyres in the winter and that you have good tread on your hired car.
  • Letterkenny car hire doesn't come without its difficulties but driving in and around the town is relatively easy. The population of the city is small and the roads are easy to drive. The most difficult time during the year to drive is the winter months when it's cold and rainy. The roads can get slippery and dangerous, so you'll need to drive safely.
  • 25% of our users found a car hire in Letterkenny for £23 or less
  • Book your car hire in Letterkenny at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Economy car hire in Letterkenny are around -21% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about car hire in Letterkenny

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Letterkenny?

    On average a car hire in Letterkenny costs £27 per day.

  • How much is the price of fuel in Letterkenny?

    The average price of fuel in Letterkenny is £5.71 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between £68 and £91, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular car hire in Letterkenny?

    Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Letterkenny.

  • Which car hire agencies are at Donegal airport (CFN)?

    The only car hire company onsite at Donegal airport is Enterprise Rent-A-Car.

  • Which car hire companies will pick you up at Donegal airport (CFN)?

    The only car hire company that offers shuttle or pick-up services from Donegal airport to off-airport locations is Enterprise Rent-A-Car.

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

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

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

    An Economy car hire in Letterkenny costs £28 per day, on average.

  • What is the most popular car hire location in Letterkenny?

    In Letterkenny, cars are most frequently hired at Enterprise Rent-A-Car Pearse Road (1 miles from city centre).

  • How much does a car hire in Letterkenny cost for a week?

    On average a car hire in Letterkenny costs £192 per week (£27 per day).

  • How much does a car hire in Letterkenny cost for a month?

    On average a car hire in Letterkenny costs £822 per month (£27 per day).

  • Should I get insurance when hiring a car in Letterkenny?

    Most car hire providers in Letterkenny offer insurance but the level of protection can differ substantially. If you're unsure whether to get extra protection for your car hire in Letterkenny, check out KAYAK's car hire insurance guide.

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

    The kind of car hire in Letterkenny that you need, depends mostly on what you're using the car for. Small, compact cars are well-suited for driving around the town centre because of the smaller roads, making it easier to navigate them. If you're travelling with a larger group or planning on making a road trip around the country to nearby cities and sights, consider hiring an SUV or 4x4. The varied terrain on the outskirts is easier to navigate using a bigger vehicle, especially during the wet seasons. If you're concerned about the environment, major car hire companies like AVIS offer Hybrid vehicles that are more eco-friendly and produce fewer carbon emissions.

  • What’s the speed limit in Letterkenny?

    The driving rules in and around Letterkenny are the same as in the rest of Ireland. the speed limit on national roads, including dual carriageways on the outskirts of the city, is 100 km/h. As you get closer to the city and reach the rural roads, the speed limit drops to 80 km/h. Once you reach the town and other built-up areas, the limit will be 50 km/h. You'll need to be aware of special speed limits, which are often applied in designated zones and designated roads, such as those around schools, where the speed limit of 30 km/h is usually enforced. If you're out on the open road and driving along the main motorway, the limit will be 120 km/h.

  • Where are the best places to park in Letterkenny?

    Parking in Letterkenny is easy, especially with the local parking app, which can be downloaded using the app store. There are pay and display car parks close to the town centre which operate between 9:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Buy tickets at the pay and display machines. On-street parking is available throughout the town centre and you can park in them for up to 30min for free and the maximum stay is two hours. You must buy a ticket after 30 minutes.

Letterkenny car hire reviews and directory

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

10.0

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10.0

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10.0

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10.0

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6.0

3 locations in Letterkenny

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70 Clooney Road, Campsie

+44 28 8225 3910

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Enterprise Rent A Car

+44 28 7186 1699

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Pearse Road

+353 74 910 3202

Monday08:00 - 17:00
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FLIZZR

8.0

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Londonderry Airport Eglinton (City Of Londonderry) LDY

+44 844 499 3399

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Thrifty

6.7

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Unit 3 Bay Road

+44 28 7122 8824

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Europcar

6.1

Okay

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Drumnahoe

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National

8.2

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Enterprise Rent A Car

+44 28 3839 1441

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Alamo

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Enterprise Rent A Car

+44 28 3839 1441

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10.0 Wonderful

Jun 2022

KAYAK
Nice comfortable SUV provided by Enterprise in Omagh. Pick up in Derry and returned to same location. Courteous and helpful staff. I have no complaints only compliments. It made for a very enjoyable month's holiday back home.

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Free2Move

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One location in Letterkenny

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10 Courtauld Way

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Sunnycars

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Pearse Road

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One traveller who hired a car in Letterkenny gave the car agency they used an average rating of 8.1

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Most popular agency

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Most popular car type

Economy

Average price

£27/day

Good deal

£23/day

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Car hire insurance in Letterkenny

Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) & Theft Protection Waiver

Some Letterkenny 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 Letterkenny.

Deductible

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 Letterkenny car hire.