Getting around Ireland by car

Do I need an International Driving Permit to drive in Ireland?

Car rental: use a credit card, not a debit card!

To rent a car in Ireland, avoid the pitfalls and rent with a credit card, not a debit card! A subtlety that will save you a lot of extra costs!

Une femme faisant de l'essence en Irlande - vlad_star

Getting around Ireland by car Rent a car in Ireland

Petrol in Ireland

Petrol prices in Ireland, fuel types, payment and filling stations: all our advice on filling up your car.

Getting around Ireland by car

The Highway Code in Ireland

First time driving in Ireland? You'll need to be well prepared, with a minimum of knowledge of the Irish Highway Code.

Getting around Ireland by car

Driving on the left in Ireland

In Ireland, we drive on the left! It's a traffic pattern that can upset some people! But don't worry: driving on the left isn't difficult at all!

Getting around Ireland by car

The road in Ireland

Everyone will tell you: the roads in Ireland are far from the best! Their condition often leaves much to be desired, and their holes, dents and other defects will sometimes leave you wondering.

Alternative transport Getting around Ireland by car

If you're on a budget and can't afford to rent a car in Ireland, the car-sharing option is ideal! Simple, practical and environmentally friendly, this mode of transport allows you to share a stretch of road with other drivers, at a price that defies all competition!