Car hire in Athlone, Ireland

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These are the lowest Athlone car hire prices we found over the next 30 days and are subject to change.

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There are 7 car hire providers in Athlone. Check out the map below to find the most convenient pick-up spot.

The most popular car rental companies in Athlone

Enterprise
Europcar

What's the most popular car to hire in Athlone?

Based on recent Skyscanner data, the Ford Fiesta is the most popular car to hire in Athlone, with prices starting from P1,645 per day. The Volkswagen Polo and similar models are also popular drives in Athlone.
Ford Fiesta
Ford Fiesta56% chose this
Volkswagen Polo
Volkswagen Polo15% chose this
Ford Focus
Ford Focus12% chose this
Kia Sportage
Kia Sportage6% chose this
Most popular carFord Fiesta
Why?Small, practical, easy to park

Athlone's cheapest car hire providers

Enterprise has the cheapest car hire in Athlone right now, with prices from P4,546 per day. You'll save an average of P4,792 per day when you book with them.
Enterprisefrom P4,546 per day
Europcarfrom P9,338 per day
Cheapest providerEnterprise
Book with them to save aroundP4,792 per day

Hiring a car in Athlone: Fast facts

Here's everything you need to know to hit the road happy.
Most popular car hire companyEnterprise
Most popular carLarge, fullsize estate
Average daily priceP15,474
Best time to book2 weeks before

How to book the best car rental deals in Athlone

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Book now, cancel later

We clearly highlight car and van hire options in Athlone that have free cancellation. So you can bag the best deal with total flexibility to change your plans if you need to.

Rent a car in Athlone for a whole month

Want to hire a car for almost a month? Often, car rental companies in Athlone avoid costly admin in between pick-ups by hiring out cars for longer periods. So see if monthly car hire is cheaper than the three weeks you need it for by selecting 30 days.

Compare fuel policies

To save money on topping up the tank as you take off in Athlone, look out for deals with a 'full to full' fuel policy, as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

Skip the queues

We call out keyless pick-up when you search for cars with us. No keys to pick up, means no queues. Just turn up at your preferred Athlone car hire location, hop in and hit the road.

Frequently asked questions

The average car hire cost in Athlone is P15,474 per day or P108,316 for a seven-day rental. If you're looking for a cheap deal, the lowest price we found is P1,645 per day for Medium hire from Europcar. Need a specific type of car? Here's how prices compare:
Economy
Average price: P3,349 per day.
Cheapest price found: P1,857 per day.
SUV
Average price: P11,278 per day.
Cheapest price found: P2,220 per day.
Premium/Luxury
Average price: P13,782 per day.
Cheapest price found: P4,919 per day.
The cheapest car to rent in Athlone is Medium, commercial van. The most popular is Large, fullsize estate.
On average, around P108,316. But the best price we found for car hire for a week in Athlone is P11,510.
If you're looking for freedom to explore Athlone, choose a car with unlimited mileage, or look for car hire deals with a ’full to full' fuel policy as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

We also clearly highlight car and van hire options in Athlone that have free cancellation
If you've booked car hire with free cancellation, you can usually cancel or change your booking without paying a fee. The deadline depends on the car hire company, but it's typically around 48 hours before pick-up. If you cancel after that, you may be charged. If your booking doesn't include free cancellation, you'll need to check the car hire company's cancellation policy. Depending on when you cancel, you might have to pay a fee or you won't get a refund.
Yes. Most car hire companies in Athlone offer same-day car hire. If you're looking for last-minute car hire in Athlone, search for today's date on Skyscanner to compare what's available.
The best time to book car hire in Athlone is usually as early as you can. Booking ahead often means cheaper prices and more cars to choose from. You can sometimes find a good last-minute deal, but it's never guaranteed and availability is often more limited.
A good deal for car hire in Athlone is usually around P11,605 per day or less. That's about 25% cheaper than the average price in Athlone, which is P15,474 per day. The cheapest price we found in Athlone is P1,645 per day with Europcar for Medium car hire.
It depends on the car hire company. Some companies in Athlone will let you drive your hire car abroad, often for an extra fee, while others don't allow it. If you're planning to cross a border, check with the car hire company before you travel. Driving your hire car abroad without permission could invalidate your insurance or break the terms of your rental agreement.
It depends on the car hire company. Some accept debit cards, others require a credit card. Either way, you'll need enough money on your card to cover a security deposit which you'll get back when you return the car.
Electric cars aren't currently available to hire in Athlone. More electric cars are becoming available, so that could change in the future. If you're still looking for a lower-emission option, you can compare hybrid cars on Skyscanner.
Public transport can only get you so far, and could be tricky to navigate with children or luggage. With your own set of wheels, you can go wherever you want, whenever you want, for as long as you want. And you'll be able to discover more outside of Athlone.
Yes, you can hire a car in Athlone from the age of 21. You'll need a valid driving licence and the usual ID. If you're under 25, you might need to pay a young driver fee, and some car hire companies only let you book certain types of car. When you search on Skyscanner, just enter your age and we'll show you the options available.
The cheapest price we found for an economy car is P1,857 per day. The average price per day is around P3,349.
You don't have to get it, but it's worth thinking about. In Athlone, the excess (what you pay if the car gets damaged or stolen) ranges from P144,041 to P216,062 depending on who you book with. The cost of excess insurance also varies by car hire company. You can buy excess insurance separately, which is usually cheaper than buying it through the car hire company.
Large car hire — like the Volvo XC60 — averages P15,474 per day in Athlone. According to our data, the lowest price for Large car hire in Athlone right now is P2,513 per day with Enterprise.
Medium car hire, like the Citroen Berlingo, costs an average of P3,473 per day in Athlone. The cheapest price we could find is P1,645 per day with Enterprise.
Yes. Most car hire companies in Athlone let you add an extra driver. You usually need to pay an additional driver fee which costs around P0 per day. Some companies include it at no extra cost, so check the details before you book.
Yes – van hire is available in Athlone.