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Belfast car rental information
| Pick-up location | Belfast |
|---|---|
| Rental locations | 53 |
| Airport locations | 27 |
Belfast car hire reviews and directory
Rated no. 1
Alamo
Best rated
10.0 Excellent (1 review)
2 locations in Belfast
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Alamo reviews
Car hire locations
Alamo
Locations in Belfast
Arrivals Hall
+44 289 445 1940
| Monday | 06:30 - 23:00 |
| Tuesday | 06:30 - 23:00 |
| Wednesday | 06:30 - 23:00 |
| Thursday | 06:30 - 23:00 |
| Friday | 06:30 - 23:00 |
| Saturday | 06:30 - 23:00 |
| Sunday | 06:30 - 23:00 |
Enterprise Rent-a-car
+44 289 046 3850
| Monday | 06:30 - 22:00 |
| Tuesday | 06:30 - 22:00 |
| Wednesday | 06:30 - 22:00 |
| Thursday | 06:30 - 22:00 |
| Friday | 06:30 - 22:00 |
| Saturday | 06:30 - 22:00 |
| Sunday | 06:30 - 22:00 |
- 10.0
- 10.0
- 10.0
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- 10.0
Recent reviews
10.0 Excellent
25 Jun 2017
Good choice - would rent from them again!
Pros: Great staff, very easy, the intermediate car was incredibly reasonable and a great drive.
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Europcar reviews
Car hire locations
Europcar
Locations in Belfast
27 Balmoral Road
+44 371 384 3428
Sydenham Bypass
+44 371 384 3425
- 10.0
- 10.0
- 10.0
- 10.0
- 10.0
Recent reviews
10.0 Excellent
4 Jun 2019
Pros: Staff were extremely friendly and helpful. Brand new car.
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Easirent reviews
Car hire locations
Easirent
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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Easirent reviews in Belfast
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Enterprise reviews
Car hire locations
Enterprise
Locations in Belfast
157 Cromac Street
+44 289 031 6151
| Monday | 07:00 - 20:00 |
| Tuesday | 07:00 - 20:00 |
| Wednesday | 07:00 - 20:00 |
| Thursday | 07:00 - 20:00 |
| Friday | 07:00 - 20:00 |
| Saturday | 08:00 - 18:00 |
| Sunday | 00:00 - 00:00 |
70 Boucher Rd
+44 289 066 6767
| Monday | 07:00 - 18:00 |
| Tuesday | 07:00 - 18:00 |
| Wednesday | 07:00 - 18:00 |
| Thursday | 07:00 - 18:00 |
| Friday | 07:00 - 18:00 |
| Saturday | 09:00 - 12:00 |
| Sunday | 00:00 - 00:00 |
Arrivals Hall
+44 289 445 1940
| Monday | 06:30 - 23:00 |
| Tuesday | 06:30 - 23:00 |
| Wednesday | 06:30 - 23:00 |
| Thursday | 06:30 - 23:00 |
| Friday | 06:30 - 23:00 |
| Saturday | 06:30 - 23:00 |
| Sunday | 06:30 - 23:00 |
Sydenham Bypass
+44 289 046 3850
| Monday | 06:30 - 22:00 |
| Tuesday | 06:30 - 22:00 |
| Wednesday | 06:30 - 22:00 |
| Thursday | 06:30 - 22:00 |
| Friday | 06:30 - 22:00 |
| Saturday | 06:30 - 22:00 |
| Sunday | 06:30 - 22:00 |
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- 10.0
- 9.3
- 10.0
- 10.0
Recent reviews
10.0 Excellent
22 Aug 2017
Best in Belfst
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.
9.6 Excellent
7 Oct 2017
customer service
Pros: The customer service I received was exceptional.
Cons: Completely happy.
10.0 Excellent
12 Sep 2017
Fantastic helpful staff-great service
Pros: 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.
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Budget reviews
Car hire locations
Budget
Locations in Belfast
69-71 Gt Victoria St
+44 289 023 0700
| Monday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Tuesday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Thursday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Friday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Saturday | |
| Sunday |
Belfast City Airport
+44 289 045 1111
| Monday | 07:00 - 22:00 |
| Tuesday | 07:00 - 22:00 |
| Wednesday | 07:00 - 22:00 |
| Thursday | 07:00 - 22:00 |
| Friday | 07:00 - 22:00 |
| Saturday | 07:00 - 22:00 |
| Sunday | 07:00 - 22:00 |
Belfast International Airport
+44 289 442 3332
| Monday | 07:30 - 23:00 |
| Tuesday | 07:30 - 23:00 |
| Wednesday | 07:30 - 23:00 |
| Thursday | 07:30 - 23:00 |
| Friday | 07:30 - 23:00 |
| Saturday | 07:30 - 23:00 |
| Sunday | 07:30 - 23:00 |
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Recent reviews
7.2 Good
25 Oct 2016
Pros: Good value for money.
Nice car to drive (SEAT Ibiza)
Helpful staff at pick up compound.
Cons: Waiting 20 mins at pick up desk.
Salespersons attitude to my having own excess insurance cover.
Paying £23 extra for taking car to Republic of Ireland.
Windscreen washer bottle almost empty.
10.0 Excellent
29 Jan 2019
Pros: All round great experience, helpful and chatty staff at drop off.
Cons: Lucky wasn’t raining but the covered walkway is being worked on now
2.0 Mediocre
9 Nov 2017
Cons: Didn’t get car!:/
9.6 Excellent
1 May 2017
Great value.
Pros: Price
Cons: Irish registered car. Speedo in Kilometers per hour.
3.6 Mediocre
10 Jul 2017
ABSOLUTE JOKE - do not use.
Pros: Car itself was new.
Cons: 1. The car was supposed to be Full of fuel - it was empty and i was left stranded in the country with no phone service or open fuel stations (pickup late at night)
2. Nobody will answer the phone
3. Upon complaining i was told to just ring head office...
8.0 Excellent
23 Apr 2018
Hassle Free
Pros: No hassle picking up car. Great price.
9.2 Excellent
22 Jan 2019
Excellent but slow pick up
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.
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Hertz reviews
Car hire locations
Hertz
Locations in Belfast
(harbour A/p)
+44 289 073 2451
| Monday | 07:30 - 21:30 |
| Tuesday | 07:30 - 21:30 |
| Wednesday | 07:30 - 21:30 |
| Thursday | 07:30 - 21:30 |
| Friday | 07:30 - 21:30 |
| Saturday | 07:30 - 21:30 |
| Sunday | 09:00 - 21:30 |
30 Revanhill Road
+44 289 073 1300
| Monday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Tuesday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Thursday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Friday | 09:00 - 18:00 |
| Saturday | 09:00 - 13:00 |
| Sunday |
East Bridge Street
+44 289 073 1300
| Monday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Tuesday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Thursday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Friday | 09:00 - 18:00 |
| Saturday | 09:00 - 13:00 |
| Sunday |
Terminal Bldg
+44 289 442 2533
| Monday | 07:00 - 23:00 |
| Tuesday | 07:00 - 23:00 |
| Wednesday | 07:00 - 23:00 |
| Thursday | 07:00 - 23:00 |
| Friday | 07:00 - 23:00 |
| Saturday | 07:00 - 21:30 |
| Sunday | 07:00 - 23:00 |
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Recent reviews
2.0 Mediocre
7 Jul 2018
Pros: Nothing.
Cons: No vehicle and poor customer service. Cancelled booking at desk.
7.6 Good
31 Jul 2018
Solid choice- great customer service
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).
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Avis reviews
Car hire locations
Avis
Locations in Belfast
69-71 Great Victoria St
+44 289 032 9258
| Monday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Tuesday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Thursday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Friday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Saturday | |
| Sunday |
Arrivals Hall
+44 289 073 1929
| Monday | 07:00 - 22:00 |
| Tuesday | 07:00 - 22:00 |
| Wednesday | 07:00 - 22:00 |
| Thursday | 07:00 - 22:00 |
| Friday | 07:00 - 22:00 |
| Saturday | 07:00 - 22:00 |
| Sunday | 07:00 - 22:00 |
Belfast International Airport
+44 289 445 2642
| Monday | 07:00 - 23:00 |
| Tuesday | 07:00 - 23:00 |
| Wednesday | 07:00 - 23:00 |
| Thursday | 07:00 - 23:00 |
| Friday | 07:00 - 23:00 |
| Saturday | 07:00 - 23:00 |
| Sunday | 07:00 - 23:00 |
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Recent reviews
2.0 Mediocre
20 Aug 2018
They didn't had cars available
Pros: Nothing
Cons: 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.
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Car hire locations
keddy by Europcar
Locations in Belfast
2, West Bank Road
27 Balmoral Road, Boucher Road
+44 371 384 3428
90 - 92 Grosvenor Road
+44 371 384 3428
Arrivals Hall, Belfast City Airport.
8713843425
| Monday | 07:00 - 21:30 |
| Tuesday | 07:00 - 21:30 |
| Wednesday | 07:00 - 21:30 |
| Thursday | 07:00 - 21:30 |
| Friday | 07:00 - 21:30 |
| Saturday | 07:00 - 21:30 |
| Sunday | 08:00 - 21:30 |
Belfast City Centre Unit 4 College Avenue
Belfast International Airport Ry Arrivals Hall
+44 371 384 3426
| Monday | 07:00 - 23:00 |
| Tuesday | 07:00 - 23:00 |
| Wednesday | 07:00 - 23:00 |
| Thursday | 07:00 - 23:00 |
| Friday | 07:00 - 23:00 |
| Saturday | 07:00 - 22:00 |
| Sunday | 07:00 - 23:00 |
Victoria Terminal 4, Stena Line Belfast Port
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Car hire locations
Sunnycars
Locations in Belfast
27 Balmoral Road
30 Ravenhill Road
69-71 Great Victoria Street
Airport/175 Airport Road
College Avenue
Sydenham By Pass
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Car hire locations
Sixt
Locations in Belfast
1 Wilson Street
+44 330 002 2666
| Monday | 07:00 - 20:30 |
| Tuesday | 07:00 - 20:30 |
| Wednesday | 07:00 - 20:30 |
| Thursday | 07:00 - 20:30 |
| Friday | 07:00 - 20:30 |
| Saturday | 07:00 - 20:30 |
| Sunday | 07:00 - 20:30 |
181 Airport Road
+44 289 445 3588
| Monday | 07:00 - 23:30 |
| Tuesday | 07:00 - 23:30 |
| Wednesday | 07:00 - 23:30 |
| Thursday | 07:00 - 23:30 |
| Friday | 07:00 - 23:30 |
| Saturday | 07:00 - 23:30 |
| Sunday | 07:00 - 23:30 |
48 Airport Road West
+44 330 002 2666
| Monday | 05:30 - 21:30 |
| Tuesday | 05:30 - 21:30 |
| Wednesday | 05:30 - 21:30 |
| Thursday | 05:30 - 21:30 |
| Friday | 05:30 - 21:30 |
| Saturday | 05:30 - 21:30 |
| Sunday | 05:30 - 21:30 |
Connsbank Road Unit 3
+44 773 066 0650
| Monday | 06:30 - 21:30 |
| Tuesday | 06:30 - 21:30 |
| Wednesday | 06:30 - 21:30 |
| Thursday | 06:30 - 21:30 |
| Friday | 06:30 - 21:30 |
| Saturday | 06:30 - 21:30 |
| Sunday | 06:30 - 21:30 |
Connsbank Road
+44 773 066 0650
| Monday | 05:30 - 21:30 |
| Tuesday | 05:30 - 21:30 |
| Wednesday | 05:30 - 21:30 |
| Thursday | 06:30 - 21:30 |
| Friday | 05:30 - 21:30 |
| Saturday | 06:30 - 21:30 |
| Sunday | 05:30 - 21:30 |
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Car hire locations
Firefly
Locations in Belfast
30 Ravenhill Road
+44 289 073 1300
| Monday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Tuesday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Thursday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Friday | 09:00 - 18:00 |
| Saturday | 09:00 - 13:00 |
| Sunday |
East Bridge Street
+44 289 073 1300
| Monday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Tuesday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Wednesday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Thursday | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Friday | 09:00 - 18:00 |
| Saturday | 09:00 - 13:00 |
| Sunday |
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
+44 289 073 2451
| Monday | 07:30 - 21:30 |
| Tuesday | 07:30 - 21:30 |
| Wednesday | 07:30 - 21:30 |
| Thursday | 07:30 - 21:30 |
| Friday | 07:30 - 21:30 |
| Saturday | 07:30 - 21:30 |
| Sunday | 09:00 - 21:30 |
Terminal Bldg
+44 289 442 2533
| Monday | 07:00 - 23:00 |
| Tuesday | 07:00 - 23:00 |
| Wednesday | 07:00 - 23:00 |
| Thursday | 07:00 - 23:00 |
| Friday | 07:00 - 23:00 |
| Saturday | 07:00 - 23:00 |
| Sunday | 07:00 - 23:00 |
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Car hire locations
National
Locations in Belfast
Arrivals Hall
+44 289 445 1940
| Monday | 06:30 - 23:00 |
| Tuesday | 06:30 - 23:00 |
| Wednesday | 06:30 - 23:00 |
| Thursday | 06:30 - 23:00 |
| Friday | 06:30 - 23:00 |
| Saturday | 06:30 - 23:00 |
| Sunday | 06:30 - 23:00 |
Enterprise Rent-a-car
+44 289 046 3850
| Monday | 06:30 - 22:00 |
| Tuesday | 06:30 - 22:00 |
| Wednesday | 06:30 - 22:00 |
| Thursday | 06:30 - 22:00 |
| Friday | 06:30 - 22:00 |
| Saturday | 06:30 - 22:00 |
| Sunday | 06:30 - 22:00 |
15 travellers who rented a car in Belfast gave the car agency they used an average rating of 7.4
Car rental locations in or near Belfast
Good to know
| Most popular agency | Sixt |
|---|---|
| Most popular car type | Compact |
| Average price | $96/day |
| Good deal | $67/day |
When to book a rental car in Belfast
Average daily price per month
Car hire prices as pick-up date approaches
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Top tips for renting a car in Belfast
- Escape the congested public transportation system and pricey taxi fares in Belfast by renting a car, which is also the best option for getting to know this city. A car works wonders for travelers looking to explore some of Northern Ireland's most scenic routes and iconic destinations, including Dunluce Castle, UNESCO World Heritage site Giant's Causeway, and Castle Ward, which is the filming location of Winterfell in Game of Thrones.
- All the big car hire agencies can be found at Belfast International Airport (BFS), which is only 18 miles northwest of the city center. All the car hire desks are located in the domestic arrivals hall, which is on the lower floor of the airport's passenger terminal. The smaller George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) is only 3 miles from the city center, and its car hire counters can be found in the Arrivals Hall.
- The main rule about driving in the United Kingdom is that traffic runs on the left-hand side of the road. As a small city, Belfast is relatively easy to drive around. If you cross the border into the Republic of Ireland, remember currency changes from the pound to the euro, and kilometers will be used instead of miles.
- Belfast roads can experience quite a bit of traffic congestion, so you may want to avoid driving during morning rush hour (especially if you're driving into the city), between 6:30 and 9:30 a.m., and also during the evening rush hour, from 4 to 7 p.m. (if you're driving out of the city). The M2/Nelson Street/York Link junction tends to be the most congested road, but traffic also builds up on the A1/M1 in the morning and before junction 3 on the M1 in the evening. Roads in Northern Ireland are toll-free.
- 25% of our users found rental cars in Belfast for $67 or less
- Book your rental car in Belfast at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
- Economy rental cars in Belfast are around 86% cheaper than other car types, on average
FAQs about renting a car in Belfast
How much does it cost to hire a car in Belfast?
On average a hire car in Belfast costs $96 per day.
What is the most popular rental car in Belfast?
Compact (Volkswagen Golf or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Belfast.
What is the best rental car company in Belfast?
Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car rental companies in Belfast are Enterprise (8.5, 12808 reviews), Avis (7.6, 2250 reviews), and Sixt (7.5, 1082 reviews).
Which car hire agencies are at the airport: Belfast City airport (BHD)?
The only car hire company onsite at Belfast City airport is Sixt.
Which car rental companies will pick you up at the airport: Belfast City airport (BHD)?
The only car hire company that offers shuttle or pick-up services from Belfast City airport to off-airport locations is Sixt.
How can I find car rentals near me in Belfast?
Take a look at our extensive car rental location map to find the best rental cars near you.
How much does a Compact car rental cost in Belfast?
A Compact car rental in Belfast costs $108 per day, on average.
How much does a Economy car rental cost in Belfast?
A Economy car rental in Belfast costs $41 per day, on average.
How much does it cost to rent a car for a week in Belfast?
On average a rental car in Belfast costs $674 per week ($96 per day).
How much does it cost to rent a car long term for a month in Belfast?
On average a rental car in Belfast costs $2,888 per month ($96 per day).
What type of car is recommended for driving in Belfast?
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.
What's the speed limit in Belfast?
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.
How are gas prices in Belfast?
The average petrol prices in Belfast are approximately £4.74 (around $6.04) per gallon. You can find lower prices of around £4.54 ($5.79) per gallon, and the higher prices are usually £4.92 ($6.27) per gallon. It is worth remembering that petrol in the United Kingdom is known as petrol, and that it is not priced by gallon but rather by liter.
Where are the best places to park in Belfast?
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.
