Where to Rent a Car Quickly and Easily in Wexford?

Getting around on your own schedule beats waiting for buses or relying on taxis every single time. Whether it’s a last-minute run across the county, a family visit somewhere off the main routes, or simply a practical need for four wheels for a few days – renting locally is often the most straightforward move. The good news: there are several solid options available right here in town.

Before diving into the specifics, one practical tip worth mentioning upfront. If you want to compare rates across all local rental desks at once without calling around, the Bookingauto aggregator makes the whole process genuinely painless – just Check available models and prices in a few clicks and see what’s available from every operator side by side.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Enterprise is probably the most recognisable name in the rental game locally. Their Wexford branch sits at Ferrybank Business Park, Wexford, Co. Wexford. Phone: +353 53 914 5712.

Economy class (Ford Fiesta, Opel Corsa) – from €38/day
Compact (Ford Focus, Volkswagen Golf) – from €48/day
SUVs and crossovers (Nissan Qashqai, Hyundai Tucson) – from €74/day
Minivans for larger groups – from €90/day

Enterprise tends to keep flexible pick-up hours and the booking process is relatively painless. Weekend deals show up occasionally if you book a few days in advance, which is worth checking before committing to a full daily rate.

Europcar

Europcar serves the Wexford area from a pickup point at Drinagh Retail Park, Wexford. For reservations: +353 53 912 2444.

The fleet here leans toward newer vehicles which is a noticeable plus for longer drives. Available models typically include the Toyota Corolla, Peugeot 208, Skoda Octavia and Seat Ateca. Pricing starts at around €42/day for a compact, moving up to €80/day for larger category vehicles. Europcar also handles one-way rentals in certain cases – useful if you’re not looping back.

Hertz

Hertz covers the area through their regional network, with the nearest desk at Wexford Business Park, Clonard Road, Wexford. Contact number: +353 53 916 1300.

Hertz typically carries a wider premium selection compared to budget operators. Expect models like the Volkswagen Passat, BMW 1 Series and Ford Kuga among the regulars. Daily rates run from approximately €50 for standard class up to €95 for premium or larger vehicles. Weekly rates offer noticeably better value if the trip stretches beyond a few days.

Thrifty Car Rental

Thrifty operates in partnership with Hertz across Ireland and their Wexford pickup point is at Spawell Road, Wexford Town. Phone: +353 53 914 8900.

Mini/Economy (Hyundai i10, Kia Picanto) – from €32/day
Compact (Toyota Yaris, Ford Fiesta) – from €40/day
Full-size (Toyota Corolla, Skoda Rapid) – from €55/day
People carriers and vans – from €85/day

Thrifty is the obvious go-to if keeping costs down is the main priority. The selection is more limited than at Enterprise or Hertz but for a clean point-A-to-point-B situation, it does the job without unnecessary fuss.

A Few Practical Things to Know Before Booking

Most rental offices here require a full driving licence held for at least two years, a valid credit card in the driver’s name, and a minimum age of 21 – sometimes 25 for premium categories. Young driver surcharges typically apply for anyone under 25, and that cost can add up on a week-long rental.

Insurance terms are worth reading before signing anything. Basic third-party cover comes included but collision damage waiver and theft protection are usually sold separately. Some credit cards automatically cover this , so it genuinely pays to check before nodding along at the counter.

On fuel policy – most operators here work on a full-to-full basis. You collect the car with a full tank, you return it full. A few still use the full-to-empty model which is rarely the better deal for the customer.