Minibus hire with driver in Ireland
We provide 7-seat minivans and 16 to 19-seat minibuses under 5 years old for group transfers and tours across the country.
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Minibus rental in Ireland with a driver and one coordinator
Group road transport in Ireland runs smoother when a single team owns the plan. With us, a dedicated coordinator builds the itinerary around your brief and checks where the minibus can stop and park at each venue.
Our minibus rental in Ireland covers every group size, and every vehicle meets Euro 6, the current EU emission standard.
- Mercedes V Class or VW Transporter for 6 to 7 passengers, the V Class for executive transfers
- Mercedes Sprinter for 16 to 19, or the 17 seat business Sprinter
- Midi coach for 29 when the group grows
Each minibus is cleaned inside and out before new passengers board. Climate control and USB charging come as standard, and we match luggage space to your group before confirming the booking.
Groups book us for airport transfers and multi-day tours, as well as corporate roadshows and wedding shuttles. To rent a minibus with driver in Ireland, send your dates and passenger count for a fixed quote.
Van hire with a driver in Ireland
Plenty of visitors start with self-drive van hire in Ireland, then find the license rules get in the way. A standard category B car license covers vehicles with no more than 8 passenger seats.
The 16 seat minibus needs a D1 license, and a 19 seat vehicle needs category D. Add driving on the left along narrow rural roads, and the group leader spends the trip behind the wheel instead of with the group.
When you rent a van with driver in Ireland, that pressure disappears. The professional driver handles the roads while passengers rest or prepare for the next meeting.
Taxis split a group of 14 across 4 cars, each with its own fare and arrival time. One 16 seat Mercedes Sprinter keeps everyone on the same schedule, with every suitcase loaded in one place.
Full-size coaches seat 49 or more but can't reach many country house hotels or wedding venues on single-track lanes. For groups of 8 to 19, minibus hire in Ireland gives coach capacity in a vehicle that fits those roads.
What goes into the cost of minibus hire in Ireland
The cost of minibus hire in Ireland is set mainly by vehicle size and the hours the driver works. Distance becomes a bigger factor on multi-day tours that cross several counties.
Every quote from us is fixed and all-inclusive, so no extra charges appear on arrival.
- Fuel and road tolls
- Parking
- Driver accommodation on overnight trips
Long routes are planned around EU driving rules, which require a 45 minute break after 4.5 hours at the wheel. We schedule that stop at a scenic viewpoint or lunch venue, so it becomes part of the day.
For 12 passengers on an airport transfer, one minibus often costs less per person than 3 taxis, and nobody waits in the taxi line after a long flight.
Summer on the Wild Atlantic Way and the December party season fill vehicles early. Booking 6 to 8 weeks ahead secures the minibus size your group needs.
Free cancellation on most bookings means you can hold a minibus now and adjust numbers later, and we also take urgent same-week requests when vehicles are available.
Our Minibus Fleet in Ireland
Mercedes V Class
VW Transporter Multiliner
Mercedes Sprinter
Business Mercedes Sprinter
Midi Coach
Punctual drivers and local knowledge on Irish roads
Our drivers hold a D1 or D license and a valid Driver CPC, the Certificate of Professional Competence that Irish law requires for professional bus drivers. Every vehicle passes the annual CVRT, the Commercial Vehicle Roadworthiness Test.
The drivers direct mobile number reaches you 24 hours before pickup. On the day, the minibus is in position 15 minutes before departure, and for airport transfers your driver will track your flight and adapt the pickup time when possible.
Plans can shift once the trip starts. If a wedding party wants an extra photo stop or a site visit runs late, the driver adapts the route while your coordinator stays reachable 24/7.
School groups and youth sports teams can request Garda vetted drivers. Rear luggage space holds gear bags and full-size golf bags, which matters for groups traveling to the 2027 Ryder Cup.
A local tip from our drivers. Reach the Cliffs of Moher before 10 AM, when the parking lots are quiet and the cliff path is clear before tour coaches arrive later in the morning.
To book send your travel dates and group size. The fixed quote with the right vehicle and a draft route comes back quickly, ready to confirm in one reply.
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