Car hires in Athlone, Westmeath

Travellers who hire a car in Athlone should be aware that the city’s speed limit is 50 km/h. Suburban speed limits around Athlone are generally 100 km/h, whereas speed limits on motorways are 120 km/h. Keep in mind that speeds may change depending on what road you’re travelling on, so be on the lookout for posted signage.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car is the most popular car hire company in Athlone that has Kia Sportage hire. Kia Sportage hire in Athlone is around ₹ 4,471/day when hiring from Enterprise Rent-A-Car.

Prices for cars in Athlone were last updated today.

There are 14 operators available for cars in Athlone as of June 2026.

The minimum age for drivers varies by country, including Athlone. In many EU countries drivers must be 18 years old. As a rule, you’ll need to be 21 to hire a car abroad, and a young driver surcharge may be applied if you are under 25. We recommend reading through the policy of your chosen rental company before booking.

When renting a car in Athlone, all drivers must present a full valid driving license. An International Driving Permit is required if the driving license is written in a language different to that of the country of rental and may be necessary to avoid the risk of potential fines. If you are renting abroad, you may also need to provide proof of return travel and accommodation information during your stay. We always recommend checking with the individual rental company you are booking with.