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Athlone Car & Van Hire

Athlone

Location Details

Unit 4, Kenna Centre
DUBLIN ROAD
Athlone, L, IE, WH

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+353 90 649 1030
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Hiring a car at Athlone

Athlone is in the heart of Ireland and lies on the banks of the River Shannon. The area by the river is popular with birdwatchers, walkers and anglers, and this goes too for nearby Lough Ree, a short drive upstream and the largest lake on the Shannon. Getting there is particularly easy if you've hired a quality car from Enterprise Rent-A-Car. Athlone is the region's main shopping destination; you'll find a mix of modern shopping centres and traditional stores, plus a sprinkling of cafes and hotels. The Athlone Regional Sports Centre offers a gym, artificial pitches and a swimming pool. Athlone's most striking building is the 800-year-old castle, built by the English King John and now home to a high-tech, multi-sensory visitor experience. At the other end of history, the Luan Gallery displays a variety of contemporary art. With your Enterprise rental car, you can easily visit nearby attractions such as the Glendeer Pet Farm and Birr Castle Demesne, both just a short drive away. The Athlone Enterprise branch is on the R446, two miles east of the town centre.

Cheap car and van hire in Athlone

If you are looking for cheap car and van hire in Athlone then you are in the right place. Have a browse through what our branch pages have to offer. From economy cars to premium cars and from vans to mini busses we can provide exactly what you are looking for. Whether you are looking for short term or long term rental Enterprise can provide it.


Athlone has many sights to visit and things to explore which why having a car is the best way to make sure you see all the best bits Athlone has to offer. Start your journey with Enterprise Rent-A-Car.

Van hire in Athlone

Looking for a van in Athlone? At Enterprise we have a range of different van sizes and shapes that will suit your needs. Whether you need it for moving house and it needs to fit all your furniture or a smaller passenger van to transport goods that are too big for a car, we can provide what you are looking for.


Our vans are available from different branches across the country. Van Hire with Enterprise will give you the best service for a great price. Book online today for cheap van hire in Athlone.

A wide range of vehicles to hire

Enterprise offers a wide range of cars and vans. From compact cars to spacious SUVs to vans, we can suit your individual needs. Have a browse through all the different types of vehicles we offer and choose the one that suits your needs the most. Book today and receive the best customer service for a great price.

Why hire with Enterprise?

Enterprise offers car and van hire worldwide and with numerous branch locations it has never been this convenient. Whether it's for holiday, a business trip or to move goods, Enterprise can accommodate your needs. Offering short and long term hire, look no further. Receive the best customer service for a great price and book with Enterprise Rent-A-Car today.

Rental Policies

Additional drivers- there is an additional charge of 7 Euros per day for each authorised additional driver. Additional drivers must be present at the time of rental.

Age- all drivers must have been eligible to hold a licence for eight years for a-f class vehicles, 11 years for mpvs and vans and 13 years for small premiums. For small premiums, renters must also provide their own comprehensive insurance.

Enterprise rent-a-car provides damage waiver -DW- which reduces the costs associated with damage to and-or theft of the Enterprise vehicle subject to the terms and conditions of your rental agreement. Damage and theft responsibility is the full value of the vehicle. Damage waiver may be mandatory and included in the quote. Customers who can provide independent and verified provision to cover damage and theft to the enterprise vehicle may be able to decline DW. The price of DW is 13.21 Euro per day plus vat.

All rentals where the vehicle is not returned to the same location as it was rented from will be subject to a one-way fee of up to 150.00 EUR. One-way rentals from Dublin Airport to Belfast International Airport are subject to a charge of 175.00 EUR. One-way rentals are only allowed within mainland Ireland.

All Manual Cars and class A-C Automatic - 1,600 Euro excess applies which can be reduced to 100 Euro. Class F and F Automatic, Vans and MPVS - 1,750 Euro excess applies which can be reduced to 250 Euro. To reduce the excess, protection cover is 17.72 Euro per day plus vat.

Excess Protection is an optional coverage that reduces the applicable Damage Waiver excess (see Damage Waiver terms) to all cars 100.00 GBP, MINI MPVs, MPVs and commercial vehicles 250.00 GBP, all premiums and 4x4s 500.00 GBP. In Northern Ireland the reduced excess on all commercial vehicles is 500.00 GBP. You may wish to check if your personal coverage is adequate to cover damage, theft, loss of revenue, administration fees, diminishment of value, and any towing, storage or impound fees. If you decline Excess Protection then you are required to pay any applicable Damage Waiver excess and seek compensation from your carrier. The price of Excess Protection varies by vehicle size and the prices are inclusive of VAT. Premium location fee applies to airports.

A-E vehicles carry an excess of 1600 Euros, which can be reduced to 100 Euros. For E Class, MPVS and Vans the excess is 1750 Euros, which may be reduced to 250 Euros. Where DW is not included in your rate, it can be purchased at the branch with an excess of 1750 Euros, which can be reduced to 250 Euros.

Mileage- all vehicles include unlimited mileage

Vat- the vat charge on vans and rentals lasting more than 35 days will be 23 percent. For vehicles travelling to the U.K., there is an additional charge of 150 Euros plus vat. Please call the branch in advance. Customers wishing to return the car to a different location will be subject to an additional charge.

Payment- if the rental is not prepaid, the renter must pay a deposit of 250 euros and the full rental charges using a major debit or credit card in his or her own name. If the rental has been prepaid, the renter must pay a deposit of 250 euros. Renters wishing to use a debit card are required to bring additional documentation and will be subject to additional checks.

Enterprise offers roadside assistance protection - rap. Rap allows Enterprise customers to waive all financial responsibility for the following - tyre and glass repair or replacement costs, except when part of a larger repair, replacement keys costs, and all recovery and call out charges imposed by our chosen roadside assistance providers as result of a fault caused by renter error. Rap does not exempt you from these charges if there is any breach of our rental agreement. The price of rap is 4.40 Euro plus vat per day.

Documentation- All drivers must produce a valid driving license. Non-EU licence holders are required to have an international driving permit if the licence is not in English. Domestic renters must produce photo id – passport or driving licence. International travellers must produce a passport, proof of return travel and residency information while in Ireland. Renters who wish to use a debit card must produce a pay slip, bank statement and one proof of address, which must be a domestic utility or landline telephone bill. All documents must be less than three months old. Debit card customers also will be subject to additional checks. For all drivers, we reserve the right to request additional id or conduct further id checks. These may include id checks with external partners who may verify supplied details against databases to which they have access.

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Athlone Car Hire FAQs

The cost of a rental car depends on many factors and can vary greatly. These factors include:

  • The length of time you are renting the car
  • Car class selected
  • Rental location
  • Added insurance or protection products
  • Additional products selected
  • If you have to modify your reservation
  • If you have to extend your reservation
  • If you have to change your rental drop-off location

For the most accurate pricing, start a reservation.

To rent a car from Enterprise Rent-A-Car in the United States and Canada, you will need the following:

  • To be 25 years old 
  • A valid driving licence with a photo
  • A photo ID (for example: a driving licence or passport)
  • Credit or debit card (check the acceptable forms of payment at the location you're renting from)

Some locations may require additional information, including but not limited to: 

  • An International Driving Permit (IDP): If the licence is written in a language or characters different from those of the country of rental, an IDP is also required. Renters are advised to check whether local authorities require foreign drivers to present an International Driving Permit to avoid the risk of potential fines. Renters with licences from countries that are not part of the International Driving Permit Agreement should carry a certified translation.
  • Return travel and accommodation information: Visitors to the UK must also provide proof of return travel and accommodation information while in the UK. 

As a customer, you have a choice as to how you would like to pay for fuel.

Fuel policy at non-airport locations:

  • You may refuel the vehicle to the same fuel level you received when you picked up the vehicle, or if you choose not to refuel the vehicle to the same fuel level, you will be charged the local Enterprise rate which is typically above the local pump price. An additional refuelling charge may apply at some locations.
  • A full tank of fuel is not guaranteed.

Fuel policy at airport car rental locations:

  • You may refuel the vehicle to the same fuel level you received when you picked up the vehicle, or if you choose not to refuel the vehicle to the same fuel level, you will be charged the local Enterprise rate which is typically above the local pump price. An additional refuelling charge may apply at some locations.
  • You may opt to pre-pay for fuel — pre-pay gives you two conveniences:
    • You can avoid the hassle of having to fuel up the vehicle before returning.
    • The pre-pay fuel option is calculated at the local rate of fuel minus a per gallon discount.

Note: Pre-paid fuel is only sold in full tanks at the discounted price per gallon and is not refundable. Local fuel rates will vary by the area you are renting a vehicle.

For additional questions, please visit our main car rental FAQs page.