7 Tips for Driving in Ireland 

I live in Ireland so feel qualified to expand on a few points most particularly the use of roundabouts. They may sound intimidating but the rules are quite simple. When approaching one slow down and be prepared to stop as you must give way to traffic coming from your right. They are already on the roundabout so it makes sense. Once the traffic on your right has gone, or on really busy roundabouts there is a sufficient gap, then enter confidently. On really busy roundabouts there may be two or even three lanes. The rules are straightforward. Consider the roundabout as a clock face. If your exit is before twelve o'clock then keep to the left lane and don't forget to signal that your exiting. When your exit is past twelve o'clock then take the outside lane and keep signalling that you are turning right. As you approach your exit ease yourself into the left lane and signal that you are exiting. If you get confused or miss your exit just continue on around the roundabout and have a second or third go.

We just returned from a road trip in Ireland and I found the driving quite easy. I have one additional suggestion.When driving on the smallest roads ,lanes, if you see a vehicle approaching pull over if there is roadside turn off.They are located strategically so you can safely pass without scratching either car.One of my favorite things about Ireland was exploring on the small roads.

Do not display an 'L' plate on your car if you hold a full licence and have passed a driving test to obtain it, it is illegal, also learner drivers must be accompanied by a full licence holder. One can turn left on a red light if there is a green filter arrow indicating that it is o.k. to turn left. This also applies to some dedicated ahead or right turn lanes.

Thank you for the heads up.

Thank you! Very helpful

In Ireland you can drive from the age of 17. Providing you pass your test. Nice video clip great to see a DeLorean as it was built on the island of Ireland.

Thank you so helpful!

indeed a very helpful video.

The N plate(for new drivers) would be better than the L plate ,because it allows you to use the motorway.You won't get as much slack ,but will get enough.The other thing apart from everything else your driving an unfamiliar vehicle therefore i would advise spending a day just driving around in a rural area that is not on the tourist trail to get used to the car driving on the left and narrow roads.

very good thankyouxxx

thank you

I would say personally that you should use an N plate. It means novice, and doesn't impair your driving ability, like preventing you from driving on the motorway. You can do all things, just notifies other drivers that you are new

Thanks for the tips! The roads are SO narrow in Ireland!

If you are caught Even touching!!!! Your phone while driving it's an offence under Irish law!!!!

FYI, contrary to what the video says as of 2018 you can request a letter from your credit card company if they will cover your car rental insurance and waive the CDW insurance. Don't take any crap from the bad actors in the car rental business!

driving age is 17 in ireland not 21

Automatic rental cars don't just cost a little more, they cost DOUBLE. It is absolute robbery.

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That statement about not being able to make turns on traffic lights is not quite true. One can turn left against a red signal to the left as long as there's a flashing yellow arrow signal as long as one yields to any traffic coming from one's right, and to pedestrians crossing.

If you drive with an L on your car the Garda (police) may stop you to check your license since there are restrictions on when and where you can drive.

Are any drivers for hire in Ireland? Seems like that would be useful for many folks.

Northern Ireland is miles per hour, the republic is kilometres per hour. If you get stuck on a round a bout, just keep going around until you can get in your lane.

You can drive a rental under 21, I’m 19 and Irish and I could drive a rental car around my country

First tip dont hit or run over anybody...

Just back from Ireland, drove 600km and tried Google Maps. This was not a succes, yes it talks, but way too much information and too late. Then I put on Apple maps in combination with carplay. This worked much better! Google should fix the too much info and too late, and stop trying to pronounce the Irish names.

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I take my car as I get the ferry

L plate is a bad idea. Only for learner drivers and must have a fully qualified driver in the car with them. If you put 1 of these on your car and are alone driving, you will be pulled over and fined for using an L plate falsely. Round abouts are great craic. Ya can drive around them all day without breaking any laws. Just dont crash or fall asleep. Skinny roads are a nightmare when you meet a tractor coming the other way with a trailer full of silage. You'll have to reverse back along a winding road at the risk of being hit by a car coming behind you. A simple task for us Irish but heart attack event for foreigners. Always hire a big car. Itll save you if someone crashes into you more so than a small bite size box on wheels. When the garda stop you tell them you're a travelling diplomat and they'll leave you alone. Irish people dont like slow dozey drivers so get your finger out and floor it. Never head into the country side without a full tank of fuel and a culchie translation manual (available at all good retailers) Avoid anyone carrying rosey beads, they'll put a curse on you. Its customary to beep at sexy women so keep up with the tradition and beep for the cailins. And lastly....hold on for dear life. Brought to you from a typical irish driver. Action figure sold separately.

Drive like a lunatic you'll fit right in

It's really bad advice to put an "L" plate on your car. This indicates that you're a learner driver that doesn't have a full licence. There's some restrictions on learner drivers and what they can do. If the Garda see you with an "L" plate they may want to chat to you if they believe you might be contravening those restrictions on learner drivers.

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Do not put an l plate On a car with your full lisence you will get in trouble get an N plate instead

I guess I will be getting an L for my upcoming trip

To drive in Ireland you start at the age of 17 to drive a car.

At 16 years old you can drive in Ireland

Regarding the insurance it's mandatory to have a minimum of 3rd party insurance by law to drive in Ireland. No exceptions, so be absolutely sure you have at least the minimum cover before driving. The penalties for driving without insurance can include a €5000 fine and/ or up to 6 months in prison.

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