Galway car rentals from C$ 58/day

On average a rental car in Galway costs C$ 150 per day.

Yes, automatic cars are available in most car renting companies in Galway. As cars with manual transmission are more common in many countries, you might have to pay an additional charge for renting an automatic car.

The average gas price in Galway is C$ 9.89 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a gas tank costs between C$ 119 and C$ 158, depending on the car size.

Standard (Class Standard Car or similar) is the most frequently booked rental car type in Galway.

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A Standard car rental in Galway costs C$ 56 per day, on average.

A Premium car rental in Galway costs C$ 126 per day, on average.

A Mini car rental in Galway costs C$ 40 per day, on average.

In Galway, cars are most frequently rented at Payless 12 Eyre Sq (1 km from city centre ).

Ireland and Galway are known for their tiny roads and streets; getting a smaller car might be the best way to navigate these streets. To this end, choose the smallest possible vehicle when hiring car rentals in Galway, provided it can accommodate your luggage and yourself. Bear in mind that most car rental agencies in the region are manual. Suppose you can only drive automatic cars. In that case, endeavor to reserve in advance. Furthermore, a smaller car is more fuel efficient, and you’ll spend less on transportation.

Observing speed limits will save you from trouble with traffic authorities. Always pay attention to the speed signs as they override other traffic regulations. Motorists must keep it 30 km/h (18 mph) in school and residential zones; 50 km/h (30 mph) in urban areas; 80km/h (50 mph) on regional roads, and 100km/h (62 mph) on national roads. For those who like cruising, you should be at most 120km/h (74 mph) on motorways. You may drive slower than the stipulated speeds during rush hours and on windy days.

On-street parking is free in Galway between 6:30 pm and 8:30 am from Monday to Saturday and Sunday. In between, the slots are metered by a pay-and-display system. Still, check the signs when parking to know if you understand the rules and charges. Covered car parks are plenty, and the rates start from €2.00 ($2.15) per hour—be sure to book online for cheaper rates.