Hiring a car in Cork
SIXT branches in Cork ⚑Cork Airport is your main pick-up point, with a dedicated Cork Vans branch also available. Both sit close to the N40 ring road into the city. | Driving tips for Cork ▲Watch for clearway and bus lane restrictions in the city during rush hour. Coastal and rural routes towards Kerry can be narrow and twisting, so take it slow. |
Tolls around Cork £Tolls apply on several Irish motorways, including sections of the M8, and the barrier-free eFlow toll on the M50 around Dublin. Staff will provide full details at pick-up. | Parking in Cork ⓅQ-Park Grand Parade, Carroll's Quay Car Park, and Cork Airport Long-Term Parking cover the centre and the airport. Pay-and-display applies on most central streets. |
Day trips from Cork ☀
| Car categories in Cork ⚙Cork bookings cover SUVs, automatics, electric cars, compact cars, estates, luxury cars, economy cars, and minibuses. Minibuses are the most popular choice among our Cork customers. |
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SIXT car hire in Cork
With SIXT Cork car hire, you get premium cars at economy prices. Collect at convenient locations close to major landmarks, including Cork Airport (ORK). Enjoy driving vehicles only 3 months old on average and choose your ideal rental period. Our flexible booking options offer free cancellation and anytime rebooking. There are also many add-ons available for you to personalise your experience.
Driving tips for Cork
You'll come across a few local quirks driving around the city and surrounds. Before you book car rental in Cork, make a note of some things you should pay attention to:
- Drive slowly in the countryside: There are three very good reasons to slow down on rural roads. For one, you might miss some of the many small historical tourist attractions. You could also encounter cattle or sheep crossing the road, and sometimes you'll need to negotiate potholes.
- Observe local etiquette: When you rent a car in Cork, it pays to explore the surrounding county. The roads can be very narrow, though, so be prepared to stop if you see another vehicle approaching from the opposite direction. Local etiquette is for both drivers to stop and then wave one or another through first.
- Road signs in Gaelic: Cork is part of the Gaeltacht region, so you'll often see road signs written in Gaelic only.
- Pedestrians at roundabouts: In Cork city, it's common to come across pedestrian crossings just at the exits of roundabouts, so stay vigilant and make sure to give pedestrians the right of way.
Best places to visit in and around Cork
Once you've sorted Cork car hire, you'll have the independence to explore the many different sights and historical artefacts in Cork County, beyond the city itself:
- A taste of Cork: Your visit here won't be complete if you don't visit one of the oldest and most impressive covered markets in Europe, Cork’s iconic English Market. Not only will you taste freshly made local delicacies and learn about the area's produce, but you can also admire the architecturally significant building. Nearby, you can find a Q-Park.
- Get the gift of the gab: The world-famous Blarney Stone is a short drive from Cork itself. Kiss it and legend has it you'll be granted a smooth tongue. It's in Blarney Castle, which houses many other attractions, like the Witch's Kitchen.
- Remarkable history: Drive a little way east to the charming town of Cobh. Its brightly coloured houses contrast with the towering stone Cobh Cathedral. Don't miss the Titanic Experience, as the ship docked here before its maiden voyage.
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Good to know when hiring in Cork
We offer a range of useful add-ons like sat nav, child seats, protection packages, extra drivers and more. Each can be included for a small fee.
Trips and holidays are always subject to change so if you decide to pay later cancellation is free up to the day, simply select the option during booking.
If you are finishing the trip at a different location in Ireland select the other branch using the online booking tool to see if this is available.