Belfast City Car Hire

Belfast Central Station is the city's main railway hub, located in East Belfast at East Bridge Street, approximately 1 km from Victoria Square. With 3 rental companies right at the station, train passengers can seamlessly switch to a rental car for further exploration of Northern Ireland. The station is served by trains from Dublin, Derry and Bangor.

Belfast Central is located by the River Lagan, with Titanic Quarter just 2 km north and Stormont 5 km east via Albertbridge Road. Motorway M3 is directly accessible from the station, providing quick access to M2 heading north towards Antrim and Giants Causeway. The south side with Queens University is reached in 10 minutes.

Combine the train from Dublin with a rental car at Belfast Central for the most flexible Northern Ireland trip. Pick up your car right when you arrive – station rental companies often have shorter queues than city center companies. Avoid Friday afternoons when commuter traffic makes Albertbridge Road slow.

Can I pick up a rental car right when my train from Dublin arrives? Yes, rental companies at Belfast Central have offices in or directly next to the station building and can serve customers during all opening hours. How long does it take to drive from Belfast Central to Giants Causeway?

Giants Causeway is 95 km north via M2 and A26, normally 1 hour 20 minutes without stops. Are there parking fees at Belfast Central Station? Yes, station parking is charged.

Rental companies handle pickup and return directly at the terminal.

We compare prices from all major providers at Belfast Central Train Station so you can see the total cost upfront — including insurance, fuel terms and any extras. Most bookings include free cancellation up to 48 hours before pickup, giving you flexibility if your plans change.