Compare Belfast city centre car hire

With historic gems like Titanic Belfast, foodie hotspots like the Cathedral Quarter, and shopping destinations like the Queen’s Arcade, Belfast has enough to keep you busy for a few days.

But Northern Ireland’s charming capital is just a curtain-raiser for the rest of the country. Pick up a hire car in Belfast city centre to explore nearby attractions such as the rugged Antrim Coast and the iconic Giant’s Causeway. Drive south and in a couple of hours you can even reach the lively streets of Ireland’s capital, Dublin.

There are several well-known car hire providers located in the heart of Belfast, which is handy whether you need a car from the get-go or want to pick one up later on in your trip.

Three of the most popular car hire companies based in Belfast city centre include:

• Enterprise: +44 289 031 6151
• Europcar: +44 371 384 3428
• Hertz: +44 289 073 1300

To speed up the pick-up process and to get the best deals on the widest selection of hire cars from Belfast city centre, it’s always recommended to compare and book in advance.

Belfast city centre has excellent connections to major routes including the M1, M2 and M5, making it an ideal starting point for road trips across Northern Ireland. You’ll find easy access to famous spots like the Causeway Coast and the Mourne Mountains.

Driving in Belfast itself is ‌pretty straightforward, though be prepared for some one-way streets and bus-only lanes. Many Belfast city centre roads also have 20 mph (approximately 32km/h) speed limits.

For parking, there are plenty of paid options, including multi-storey car parks at Victoria Square and Castle Court, along with metered on-street spaces. Parking is free on the street and in council-run car parks after 6pm on weekdays and all day on Sundays.

Thinking of driving into the Republic of Ireland? No problem. Many car hire companies in Belfast city centre allow cross-border travel but it’s best to double-check with your provider. That’s because you may be required to complete additional paperwork, take out extra insurance and pay for cross-border coverage.

Also, remember that speed limits shift once you cross the border – from miles per hour in Northern Ireland to kilometres per hour in the Republic of Ireland.

• Min. age required to hire a car: Typically 21-25
• Which side of the road: Left
• Credit card requirements: Debit or credit cards accepted

Any additional requirements: Driver surcharge may be payable if you’re under 25

Fair fuel policy

A fair fuel policy (also known as full-to-full or same-to-same) means you’ll only pay for the fuel you use. All car rental deals compared on TravelSupermarket come with a fair fuel policy, so you can book your hire car safe in the knowledge there will be no nasty surprises at drop-off. More information on TravelSupermarket’s commitment to fair fuel policies can be found here.

No hidden fees

All rental deals compared on TravelSupermarket include mandatory fees (for example, one-way and young driver surcharges) in your rental quote at the time of booking, meaning you’ll know the full price of your car hire upfront.