We're going to Ireland for 7 days, renting an automatic transmission car in Shannon and will tour the SW country. What would be a fair estimate for gas/petrol costs? We'll be driving about 820km (510mi.) Thanks in advance.
Shawn
Posted by
Bloomington, IL, USA
9369 posts
Just driving that distance would take about 100 euros worth of gas, but you'll start out with a full tank at the rental place so you would subtract the cost of a full tank (depending on the size of the tank) from that estimate.
Posted by
Fredericksburg, VA, USA
409 posts
Shawn - Based on two trips to Ireland in which I drove about 1000 miles each trip, I'm guessing that you'll need two fill-ups at about $60 - $70 U.S each. Cars over there are very fuel efficient, with the vast majority running on diesel. If you are on a tight budget, you may want to go with a stick - you'll get better mileage, of course, but the rental cost may also be about half the cost of the automatic. In any case, have a great trip and watch out for sheep!
Posted by
US Pacific Northwest
10344 posts
Click here for fuel prices in Ireland.
The April prices of €1.32 per liter for unleaded and €1.22 per liter for diesel convert to ~$6.70/gallon for unleaded and ~$6.15 per gallon for diesel.
Of course, your mileage and ultimate fuel cost will depend on the type of vehicle and the type of driving you do.
Posted by
Atlanta
1358 posts
Get a diesel if you can. We got amazing mileage with our diesel last summer. I'd go along with what others have posted, budget around $150 for gas, and you'll probably be pleasantly surprised by spending a little less than that.
Posted by
Poulsbo, WA, USA
147 posts
$7 a gallon, go with diesel if possible. Your looking at $140 in diesel, maybe $175 for gas
Posted by
Phoenix, AZ, USA
1035 posts
Despite our complaints in the US about gas prices, you will realize how spoiled we are the first time you stop for petrol.