Car hires in Kilkenny

€51 is the cost of a weekend car hire in Kilkenny for August, with cheap deals starting as low as €51. €47 is a normal deal for a week-long hire in Kilkenny, but for August it's not uncommon to see prices as low as €38, depending on your requirements.

The majority of the Kilkenny car hire agencies that we partner with do not have a cancellation fee. This means that if your plans change unexpectedly, many car hire centres in Kilkenny such as Enterprise Rent-A-Car, keddy by Europcar, and Europcar often offer cancellation free of charge based on when you booked.

Travellers who hire a car in Kilkenny should be aware that the city’s speed limit is 50 km/h. Suburban speed limits around Kilkenny are generally 100 km/h, whereas speed limits on motorways are 120 km/h. Keep in mind that speeds may change depending on what road you’re travelling on, so be on the lookout for posted signage.

If you’re interested in hiring the Kia Sportage in Kilkenny, then Enterprise Rent-A-Car is the most popular car hire company in the city that offers this vehicle (as well as other similar SUV hire). Kia Sportage hire in Kilkenny from Enterprise Rent-A-Car is €88 per day on average.

In July, Kilkenny usually gets 55 mm of precipitation and has an average temperature of 16 °C. This information can be very helpful when looking at hire cars in Kilkenny as it can help you make the best decision.

Those looking to hire a car in Kilkenny for a road trip to the surrounding areas, please know the weather in Kilkenny during the month of July usually is around 16 °C with 55 mm of possible rain.

Prices for cars in Kilkenny are updated daily.

The number of operators available for cars in Kilkenny is 14 as of July 2025.

Among different countries, including Kilkenny, the minimum age for drivers varies. In numerous EU countries, drivers must be 18 years old. To hire a car overseas, you'll generally need to be at least 21, and if you're under 25, a young driver surcharge may be imposed. It's recommended that you review the policy of the hire company you're considering before booking.

To hire a car in Kilkenny, all drivers must present a valid full driving license. If the license is written in a language other than the language of the country of hire, an International Driving Permit may be required to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you're hiring a car abroad, you may also need to provide evidence of your return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend that you verify with the specific hire company you're booking with.