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Car  Belfast Useful Information

Driving in Belfast, Northern Ireland, offers access to a vibrant city with a mix of historic and modern attractions. Here's what you can expect when driving in Belfast:

Driving Experience:

Belfast is the capital and largest city of Northern Ireland, and it has a well-developed road network. The city center has a mix of one-way streets and dual carriageways, and roads are generally well-maintained. The city's road signs are in English, and distances are typically indicated in miles. However, some road signs may also include distances in kilometers.

Nearest Airport:

The nearest major airport to Belfast is Belfast International Airport (BFS), located approximately 18 miles (29 kilometers) northwest of the city center. Another airport, George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD), is situated much closer to the city, about 3 miles (5 kilometers) east of the center.

Nearest Cities:

Belfast is the largest city in Northern Ireland, and while there are other towns and cities within the region, the nearest major cities are across the border in the Republic of Ireland. Some nearby cities include:
Dublin: Located approximately 103 miles (166 kilometers) to the south, Dublin is the capital of the Republic of Ireland.
Derry/Londonderry: Located about 70 miles (113 kilometers) northwest of Belfast, Derry (also known as Londonderry) is the second-largest city in Northern Ireland.

Congestion:

Belfast can experience congestion during peak hours, especially in and around the city center. Traffic conditions can be busy during the morning and evening rush hours.

Tips for Driving in Belfast:

Pay attention to road signs, as some streets in Belfast city center have bus lanes and restricted access during certain hours. When visiting popular tourist areas, consider using park-and-ride facilities or off-street parking options to avoid congestion and parking challenges in the city center. If you plan to explore the surrounding countryside or travel to other parts of Northern Ireland, be prepared for a mix of road types, including motorways, dual carriageways, and scenic routes.



Current Rental Rates in Belfast

Opel Corsa

5 Adults, 3 Doors

From 23.50 EUR/day
Opel Corsa

7 Days rental at 164.55 EUR from 22/01/2024

  2 |
  Manual |
  Yes

Ford Focus

5 Adults, 5 Doors

From 24.86 EUR/day
Ford Focus

7 Days rental at 174.05 EUR from 22/01/2024

  3 |
  Manual |
  Yes

Opel Corsa

5 Adults, 3 Doors

From 25.04 EUR/day
Opel Corsa

7 Days rental at 175.28 EUR from 22/01/2024

  2 |
  Manual |
  Yes

Useful to know about Belfast

  • Belfast is the economic centre of Northern Ireland.
  • Belfast has two main airports, Belfast international and the George Best Belfast Airport.
  • Half of the Irish population lives between Belfast and Dublin.
  • Belfast comes from an Irish word which means mouth of the sandbars.
  • Because Belfast was a massive trader in linens some people referred to the city as ‘Linenopolis’.

 

Popular car hire destinations in Belfast

Best car rental companies in Belfast

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No.1: KEDDY BY EUROPCAR,
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No.2: EUROPCAR,
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No.3: HERTZ,
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Belfast car hire information

  • 8.6/10
    Best Rated Agent:
    Europcar EMEA Corporate
  • € 164.50
    Average price:
    (per week)
  • € 23.50
    Best Price:
    Per Week
  • 9
    Most Popular Type:
    Compact
  • 3
    Most popular model:
    Ford Focus
  • 22
    Total Cars Available
     

Average prices per day in Belfast

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January€ 47
February€ 57
March€ 64
April€ 54
May€ 65
June€ 58
July€ 86
August€ 89
September€ 64
October€ 58
November€ 52
December€ 97
ItemPercent
January€ 46
February€ 61
March€ 62
April€ 41
May€ 61
June€ 61
July€ 73
August€ 73
September€ 57
October€ 61
November€ 54
December€ 82
ItemPercent
January€ 106
February€ 140
March€ 138
April€ 112
May€ 178
June€ 181
July€ 196
August€ 215
September€ 190
October€ 191
November€ 209
December€ 264
ItemPercent
January€ 62
February€ 77
March€ 77
April€ 65
May€ 95
June€ 75
July€ 92
August€ 105
September€ 77
October€ 79
November€ 85
December€ 151
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January
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March
April€ 78
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August
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December
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January€ 35
February€ 48
March€ 49
April€ 28
May€ 43
June€ 21
July€ 47
August€ 62
September€ 41
October€ 48
November€ 43
December€ 67
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January€ 103
February€ 124
March€ 124
April€ 85
May€ 139
June€ 93
July€ 150
August€ 154
September€ 110
October€ 108
November€ 122
December€ 201
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January€ 39
February€ 62
March€ 100
April€ 90
May€ 63
June€ 74
July€ 109
August€ 111
September€ 79
October€ 64
November€ 50
December€ 69

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