Ireland offers a world of contrasting beauty. It has beautiful countryside with a dash of modern flair. Ireland is popular among golf enthusiasts because of the beautiful green courses it offers. Medieval castles also line the country giving it an elegant aura. Ireland offers a number of nature trips including fishing, mountain climbing and horse riding. The waters of Ireland also have a lot to offer. You can go sailing, kayaking, windsurfing and scuba diving in the country’s pristine waters.
If you are visiting Ireland, hiring a car is a great way to make the most of the country. You can book your car hire before you leave the UK and ensure that your car is ready for you when you arrive. We offer a great range of carsat airport locations, including Dublin Airport, Cork Airport, Knock Airport and Shannon Airport as well as other locations across Ireland.
When in Ireland you should drive on the left.. If you have a UK licence there is no need to obtain an international drivers licence to drive in Ireland, however if your local licence is not in English, you should have it translated. Ensure you have all of the the cars documentation with you when driving, as provided when you picked up the car.
Speed limit is set at 112 kph on motorways. Most towns have a speed limit of 48 kph. You can go twice as fast on major roads at 96 kph. To be sure of what the speed limit is on a particular road, check the circular sign posted on the road that indicates speed limit. Always follow designated speed limit since the authorities use speed cameras to catch lawbreakers.
Drink driving is strictly prohibited. Heavy penalties and confiscation of license is implemented if you are found to be over the legal alcohol limit. Seatbelts should be worn at all times, both in the rear and in the front. There are a no toll roads in this country. However in Dublin there are two toll bridges.
You should only park in designated areas. If you happen to see yellow lines on the road, this means that it is prohibited to park in that area. Double yellow lines mean no parking at any time. Single yellow lines means that you are only allowed to park in that area on designated time. Broken yellow lines mean that there are fewer parking restrictions, and you should check sign posts at the side of the road to see what these are. Pay and display machines are common in Ireland, and you should ensure that you display your ticket when parked.
Summary:
- Seatbelts should always be worn
- Children should sit in the back
- The speed limit on motorways is 122 km/h
- For safety reasons, you should never drink and drive
All information on this page is provided as a guide for our customers. It is intended as an overview of different driving rules, customs and points of interest in each country. It is not a comprehensive guide. Although we try to keep information on this page as accurate and up to date as possible, we cannot be held responsible for any inaccuracies. If you find any errors or there is anything you would like us to add, please contact us.
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