Car Hire Services in Drogheda

Opt in for a Ford or Hyundai when booking your Drogheda car hire. Whether you are looking for a van rental to move house, or a car to tour around Ireland, CARHIRE.ie has the vehicle for you.

EUROPCAR Office Unit 10a, Newgrange Business Park, Drogheda, Co Louth, A92 TPW1
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Change of plans? You can amend your booking for free up to 4 hours before pick up. Free cancellations up to 48 hours before pick up.



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Can you hire automatic cars in Drogheda?

Whether you're arriving for business or leisure, CARHIRE.ie offers a variety of automatic cars to suit your needs. You can pick a wide range of cars from compact Ford Fiesta to the bigger Hyundai Tuscon in Drogheda.

Best car hire deals

Our customers get the best value for their money when they hire a car for more than five days. The best range are the most popular cars on the market, such as the Ford Focus, which is comfortable for 4 people, or the Nissan Qashqai which is a large family car. Best available rates is always online!

Top attractions to visit with a hired car in Drogheda

Drogheda has plenty to offer for visitors exploring the area with a hired car. UNESCO World Heritage site a short 10 minutes drive away at Newgrange and the Battle of the Boyne.

Vehicles available

Cars
Vans
Automatic cars
Electric cars
Family / Large cars
Luxury cars

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As a leading car hire company, CARHIRE.ie has dedicated over 30 years to being the rental partner of choice for Ireland’s SMEs.

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Drogheda

Visiting Drogheda

The town of Drogheda is stepped in history that stretches back to its foundation in the 12th century by the Normans. Its coastal location on the River Boyne meant it had huge strategic importance to Norman forces coming in and out of the country. Aside from the history there’s plenty to see and do in the town.

There’s ample accommodation options in the form of top class hotels and quaint B&BS which act as a great base to explore the historic countryside by day and enjoy the towns vibrant social scene by night. An evening of entertainment can always be found in the theatres, comedy clubs and music venues throughout the town, there’s also a diverse range of pubs and restaurants to choose from to suit any taste.

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CARHIRE.ie Location

CARHIRE.ie Drogheda is in a convenient location on the outskirts of the town centre adjacent to the M1 motorway which can be taken to Dublin or Belfast. Renting a car in Drogheda gives you the freedom and flexibility to enjoy beautiful townland and the historic countryside which includes the famous Boyne Valley where you’ll find over 3,000 years of history that was pivotal in the development of the Ireland we see today.

CARHIRE.ie offers customers a huge selection of different types of cars and vans available to hire. Whether you are looking for a van rental to move house, or a car to tour around Ireland, CARHIRE.ie has the vehicle for you.

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Public Transport

Numerous bus and taxi routes from destinations around Ireland bring you to the CARHIRE.ie depot in Drogheda, which is situated in County Louth on the East Coast of Ireland.

Make your travel around Ireland easier by visiting Transport For Ireland to find out more information on public transport services.

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FAQs

If you can’t find the information you need in this FAQ section, please get in touch through our Contact us page.

We accept MasterCard, Visa, American Express, Diners Club and Discover Cards. We only accept debit or credit cards from the person in whose name the booking is made. GoCar by Europcar bookings have to be prepaid online.

Debit cards will only be accepted if either (1) a credit card is also provided to cover the excess; or (2) the customer purchases our Super Collision Damage Waiver product, which reduces the excess to €250. Please refer to our Terms & Conditions.

Yes, you can check rates through our booking system before making a reservation. Your booking is only complete when you agree to the Terms & Conditions and click the 'Pay now' button.

Yes this is an option, please select "Return to a different location", the one way fee will automatically add to your rental. See more information

You can easily compare prices and choose the one that best fits your budget. Booking in advance and being flexible with pick up and drop-off locations can help you secure better rates. Remember that demand, the season, and the length of your rental can all have an impact on costs.

Most of our basic rental fees include Collision Damage Waiver and Theft Waiver, which have an excess of between €1,500 and €2,500 depending on the vehicle category. For more information, please refer to the Excess Amounts and Coverages section in our Terms & Conditions.

Car hire excess, also known as the excess waiver or collision damage waiver (CDW), is a financial liability that renters are responsible for in the event of damage or theft of the rented vehicle. Read guide on car hire excess.

Drivers must meet the requirement for licence eligibility. If the number of years is eight, this does not mean the driver must have held their licence for 8 years — they must have been eligible to hold their licence for eight years. This information is stated clearly in our Terms & Conditions.

Choosing a vehicle should be done with consideration for your own requirements, the number of passengers, and the kind of trip you expect to drive while in Ireland.

When you arrive at the CARHIRE desk (operated by Europcar), we will ask you to provide a valid unendorsed driving licence issued by your country of residence, and a payment card in the name of the main driver. If your licence is issued in the UK, you must provide the ‘Share Driving Licence’ information, which you can obtain by visiting gov.uk/view-driving-licence.

Non-EU/EEA driving licences cannot be accepted if the holder has been resident in Ireland for more than 12 months. Holders of UK, US, Canadian, Australian and all EU member states are not required to supply an International Driving Permit (IDP).

If an International Driving Permit is required, it must be accompanied by the driver’s original domestic licence and photo ID or national identity card. If you are using a prepaid voucher (with a specified value or that says group and days apply'), you must also present a credit card for your deposit and charges that have not been prepaid.

If cancelling more than 48 hours before the pick up date and time, you will get a full refund.
There is free changes to your booking 4 hours before pick up.

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