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There are 5 car hire providers in Waterford. Check out the map below to find the most convenient pick-up spot.

The most popular car rental companies in Waterford

Hiring a car in Waterford: Fast facts

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Most popular car hire companyThrifty
Most popular carEconomy, 4-5 doors
Average daily price54 €
Best time to book1 week before

How to book the best car rental deals in Waterford

We’re frequently named as the most trusted travel search site out there. We scan hundreds of trusted travel providers and put it all in one place, allowing you to instantly compare car hire rates and then book with no fees. Here's how to get the most out of your Waterford car rental search.

Book now, cancel later

We clearly highlight car and van hire options in Waterford that have free cancellation. So you can bag the best deal with total flexibility to change your plans if you need to.

Rent a car in Waterford for a whole month

Want to hire a car for almost a month? Often, car rental companies in Waterford avoid costly admin in between pick-ups by hiring out cars for longer periods. So see if monthly car hire is cheaper than the three weeks you need it for by selecting 30 days.

Compare fuel policies

To save money on topping up the tank as you take off in Waterford, look out for deals with a 'full to full' fuel policy, as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

Skip the queues

We call out keyless pick-up when you search for cars with us. No keys to pick up, means no queues. Just turn up at your preferred Waterford car hire location, hop in and hit the road.

Frequently asked questions

On average, hiring a car in Waterford will set you back around 54 € per day or 88 € per week. 
The cheapest car to rent in Waterford is a compact crossover (similar to SUVs). The most popular is Economy, 4-5 doors.
The cheapest car hire company in Waterford is currently Thrifty, followed by Hertz.
Bagging the best car hire deal depends on when you book  – often, it pays to book your wheels as far in advance as possible. But according to our data, the cheapest month to rent a car in Waterford is currently March.
On average, around 88 €. But the best price we found for car hire for a week in Waterford is 88 €.
If you're looking for freedom to explore Waterford, choose a car with unlimited mileage, or look for car hire deals with a ’full to full' fuel policy as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

We also clearly highlight car and van hire options in Waterford that have free cancellation. 
Yes – you can easily find car hire companies that allow you to pick up your car in one place, and then drop it off in another. Just select ‘Return car to a different location’ when you search with us.
Public transport can only get you so far, and could be tricky to navigate with children or luggage. With your own set of wheels, you can go wherever you want, whenever you want, for as long as you want. And you'll be able to discover more outside of Waterford.
Most places – Waterford included – allow under 25s to rent a car as long as they provide a valid driver's license and the correct documentation. It may cost slightly more due to a higher insurance excess for young drivers. 
The cheapest price we found for an economy car is 54 € per day. The average price per day is around 54 €.
Of course. Most major car hire companies like Thrifty, Hertz and Europcar offer baby and child seats as an add-on when you book.
Other travellers rated Thrifty as the best overall in terms of experience.
Yes – van hire is available in Waterford.

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