Tow truck pricing in Ireland usually includes two parts: a call-out fee and a distance charge per kilometre. In many cases the call-out fee covers the first short distance, and additional kilometres are charged afterward.
For long-distance towing in Ireland, many recovery operators charge roughly €2 to €4 per kilometre, depending on the type of truck, the vehicle being towed, and the circumstances of the breakdown. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
| Service type | Typical price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Standard towing | €2 – €4 per km | Most common rate for cars and small vans |
| Flatbed towing | €3 – €5 per km | Often used for automatic cars or damaged vehicles |
| Heavy vehicle recovery | €4 – €6 per km | Commercial vehicles or complex recoveries |
These rates usually apply after the initial call-out fee and may vary depending on location and recovery conditions. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
Most towing companies in Ireland charge a basic call-out fee to cover the recovery truck arriving at the breakdown location.
Short local towing jobs may cost roughly €80 to €150 in total depending on distance and service complexity. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
| Distance | Typical price |
|---|---|
| Local tow (under 10 km) | €100 – €150 |
| 10 – 20 km | €100 – €175 |
| 20 km + | €150 – €300+ |
Across Ireland the total cost of towing a car commonly falls between €100 and €300, depending largely on the distance travelled. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
| Example recovery | Estimated cost |
|---|---|
| 5 km city breakdown | €90 – €140 |
| 15 km transport to garage | €120 – €180 |
| 40 km inter-county recovery | €180 – €300+ |
| Motorway accident recovery | €200 – €350+ |
Prices vary between operators, but distance and complexity are always the main drivers of cost.
Most towing companies charge approximately €2 to €4 per kilometre after the initial call-out fee, depending on the type of recovery vehicle required.
Yes. Most recovery operators charge a call-out fee of roughly €70–€100 to attend the breakdown location before distance charges apply.
Local tows within towns often cost around €80 to €150 depending on the distance and recovery difficulty.
Distance, vehicle size, time of day, road conditions and recovery complexity can all affect the total price.
Yes. Long-distance towing normally uses a per-kilometre rate in addition to the initial call-out fee.
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