Car Rental near Portlaoise

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Where to pick up near Portlaoise

Rental desks in Portlaoise have had no offers in the last 12 months. The nearest with offers is Kilkenny Railway Station, 42 km away.

Pick-up point Type Suppliers From / day Average wait
Kilkenny Railway Station · 42 km Train station 1 $52 14 min
Kilkenny · 42 km City office 1 $45 19 min

Car rental prices near Portlaoise by car type

Class Typical cars Suppliers From / day
Mini Volkswagen Up 1 $47
Economy Ford Fiesta, Nissan Micra 2 $45
Compact Ford Focus, Opel Astra 2 $47
Intermediate Ford Mondeo 1 $57
Station wagon Ford Focus Estate 1 $61
SUV Kia Sportage, Nissan Qashqai, Seat Arona 2 $58
7-seat minivan Skoda Kodiaq 1 $106
9-seat van Ford Tourneo Custom 1 $167
Luxury BMW 5 Series 1 $115
Premium Audi A4 1 $92

Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Jun 2026. Rental companies guarantee the car class, not the exact model. Live availability and prices are shown in search results. How we collect prices

Nissan Micra rental car near Portlaoise Europcar

Nissan Micra

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
from $45/day
Ford Focus rental car near Portlaoise Europcar

Ford Focus

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Air conditioning
from $47/day
Volkswagen Up rental car near Portlaoise Enterprise

Volkswagen Up

or similar

  • 4 seats
  • 1 bag
from $47/day
Ford Fiesta rental car near Portlaoise Enterprise

Ford Fiesta

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 2 bags
  • Automatic transmission
from $52/day
Opel Astra rental car near Portlaoise Enterprise

Opel Astra

or similar

  • 5 seats
  • 3 bags
  • Automatic transmission
  • Air conditioning
from $58/day

Car rental companies near Portlaoise

Prices and conditions come from searches on TREWL and may have changed. Ratings come from CarTrawler customer reviews, as shown in searches up to Jun 2026. Live availability and prices are shown in search results. How we collect prices

Enterprise

Mon–Fri 08:00–17:00 · Sat 09:00–12:00 14 min wait CDW included Credit card only
8.8
Excellent 250+ reviews
from $52/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.6 Cleanliness 9.0 Service at the rental desk 9.1 Pick-up process 8.8 Drop-off process 8.9

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Taxes
  • Deductible from $2 976

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Enterprise at Kilkenny Railway Station
Kilkenny Car Complex, Dublin Road, Kilkenny, R95 RK11, L
056-7753318

Europcar

19 min wait CDW included Credit card only
8.6
Excellent 2000+ reviews
from $45/day
Ratings, policies and office

Customer ratings

Value for money 8.3 Cleanliness 8.7 Service at the rental desk 8.7 Pick-up process 8.4 Drop-off process 8.9

Included in the price

  • Collision damage waiver (CDW)
  • Theft protection (TP)
  • Third-party liability (TPL)
  • Breakdown assistance
  • Taxes
  • Deductible from $1 984

Policies

  • Full to full
  • Unlimited mileage
  • Free cancellation up to 48 h before pick-up

Extras (paid at the desk)

GPS · Infant seat · Child seat · Booster seat

Office

Europcar in Kilkenny
Kilkenny Vehicle Centre, Callan Rd., Callan Road, Kilkenny, R95 C782
353 56 7803370

Rental conditions near Portlaoise

Based on 2 suppliers here and nearby. Data from the 12 months to Jun 2026.

Driver age Minimum age 25.
Debit card Not accepted by any of the 2 suppliers.
Credit card Usually required, in the main driver's name. 2 of 2 suppliers list no debit option.
Mileage Unlimited at all 2 suppliers.
Fuel policy Full to full (2 suppliers)
Transmission Automatic 40%, manual 60%.
Cancellation Free up to 48 hours before pick-up at 2 suppliers.
Insurance included Theft protection (TP) (2 suppliers), Third-party liability (TPL) (2 suppliers), Collision damage waiver (CDW) (2 suppliers). Deductible: $1 984–$2 976.
Included in the price Breakdown assistance, Taxes
Extras GPS (2 suppliers), Infant seat (2 suppliers), Child seat (2 suppliers), Booster seat (2 suppliers)

Driving in Ireland: drive on the left · 0.05% blood alcohol · 0.02% for new drivers. Driving rules

Cities near Portlaoise

Car rental near Portlaoise: what to expect

Customers report an average wait at the desk from 14 min at Enterprise to 19 min at Europcar.

40% of the cars offered here are automatic. Mileage is unlimited at all 2 suppliers. The minimum driver age is 25. Most suppliers allow free cancellation up to 48 hours before pick-up.

Car rental near Portlaoise: FAQ

How much does it cost to rent a car near Portlaoise?

Car rental near Portlaoise starts from $45 per day, and the average price is $79 per day. Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Jun 2026. At the average daily rate, a rental costs about $237 for a 3-day weekend and $554 for a week. Rentals of a month or longer usually get a lower daily rate. The final price depends on the season, the car class, the rental company and how early you book.

Which car rental company has the best reviews near Portlaoise?

According to customer reviews, the highest-rated car rental companies near Portlaoise are:
  • Enterprise: rated 8.8/10 by 250+ customers, average price $90 per day
  • Europcar: rated 8.6/10 by 2000+ customers
Ratings cover value for money, car cleanliness, desk service, and the pick-up and drop-off process. Ratings come from CarTrawler customer reviews, as shown in searches up to Jun 2026.

Which is the cheapest car rental company near Portlaoise?

By the average daily price of a small car (mini, economy or compact), the cheapest rental companies near Portlaoise are:
  • Europcar: about $46 per day
  • Enterprise: about $53 per day
Based on offers seen in the 12 months to Jun 2026. For the lowest price, book early, choose a smaller car and check the fuel policy and deposit before you pay.

Where do I pick up my rental car near Portlaoise?

It depends on the rental company, and the pick-up type is shown for each company on this page. Your booking confirmation always includes the exact pick-up address and instructions.

Can I pick up a car near Portlaoise and return it somewhere else?

Yes, one-way rentals are possible with many companies, but they usually charge a one-way fee, which is higher for longer distances or for drop-offs in another country. Enter a different drop-off location in the search form to see one-way prices with the fee included.

What is the minimum age to rent a car near Portlaoise?

The minimum age to rent a car near Portlaoise is usually 21, although some companies accept drivers from 18 and others require 23 or 25 for larger or premium cars. Drivers under 25 usually pay a daily young driver fee, and some companies limit younger drivers to smaller car classes. You also need to have held your driving license for at least one year.

Can I rent a car near Portlaoise with a debit card?

Rental companies near Portlaoise typically accept major credit cards such as Visa, Mastercard and American Express. The card must be in the main driver's name and have enough funds for the security deposit. Debit and prepaid cards are accepted only by some companies, sometimes with a higher deposit or extra checks. The accepted cards are listed for each company on this page.

Which car rental companies near Portlaoise offer unlimited mileage?

Enterprise and Europcar include unlimited mileage on all cars near Portlaoise. The mileage policy is shown in each offer before you book. With limited mileage, every kilometer or mile over the daily allowance is charged extra.

What fuel policy do rental companies use near Portlaoise?

The fuel policy is shown for each company on this page. The most common ones near Portlaoise are:
  • Full to full: you get the car with a full tank and return it full. This is usually the cheapest option because you only pay for the fuel you use at pump prices. Refuel near the drop-off point, or the company will charge for the missing fuel plus a service fee. Offered by Enterprise and Europcar.
  • Same to same: you return the car with the same fuel level as at pick-up.

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