Car hire in Melbourne, Australia

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These are the lowest Melbourne car hire prices we found over the next 30 days and are subject to change.

When's the cheapest time to hire a car in Melbourne?

Our data shows that November is the cheapest month to rent a car in Melbourne. It’s around $ 167.569 per day in November, compared to the yearly average of $ 221.664 per day.
Cheapest month avgNovember • $ 167.569
Yearly avg price$ 221.664

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There are 308 car hire providers in Melbourne. Check out the map below to find the most convenient pick-up spot.

Car hire pick-up spots in Melbourne

Compare car hire prices at airports, train stations and in different neighbourhoods across Melbourne. You might find a better price, or the perfect pick-up point nearby. Start your journey where it suits you.
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These are estimated prices to help you choose from a large number of options. Each is an average based on the lowest car rental prices found for each destination over the last 15 days.

Driving in Melbourne: What to expect on the road

Documents you'll need
You’ll need your driving licence, passport and a credit card to rent a car in Melbourne.
If your licence isn’t in English, you may need an International Driving Permit (IDP). Rental companies also check that your identification details match your booking and payment information.
Navigating city driving
Melbourne has clear signs and tram lanes that need extra attention.
Driving is simple outside the centre, but trams have priority in some lanes. Navigation apps help you avoid slower areas and guide you to beaches, suburbs and major roads around the city.
Tolls, emissions zones and charges
Some major roads in Melbourne have tolls.
Tolls are electronic and billed to your rental car. Melbourne has no emissions zones. Check your rental company’s toll instructions so you understand how charges will be applied when driving around the city and nearby motorways.
Parking your car in Melbourne
Parking is easier in car parks around the city centre.
Street spaces are limited near busy areas and shops. Multi-storey car parks offer simple access to attractions. Always check signposts for time limits and parking fees before leaving your car.
Finding fuel or charging points
Fuel is easy to find across Melbourne.
Petrol stations sit along major roads, and EV charging stations in Melbourne are increasing. Charging points are growing near shops and business areas. Apps like PlugShare help you find available chargers before longer journeys.
Local driving style and tips
Drivers are steady, but tram rules need extra care.
You must stop behind trams when passengers are boarding or leaving. Traffic moves slowly in central areas and faster on motorways. Use clear signals, keep a safe distance and take extra care during heavy rain.
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The most popular car rental companies in Melbourne

Sixt
YESDRIVE CAR RENTAL
Bargain Car Rentals
Europcar
simba car hire
Advance Car Rental

What's the most popular car to hire in Melbourne?

Based on recent Skyscanner data, the Kia Picanto is the most popular car to hire in Melbourne, with prices starting from $ 22.632 per day. The Toyota Corolla and similar models are also popular drives in Melbourne.
Kia Picanto
Kia Picanto9% chose this
Toyota Corolla
Toyota Corolla7% chose this
Kia Carnival
Kia Carnival7% chose this
Toyota Yaris
Toyota Yaris6% chose this
Most popular carKia Picanto
Why?Small, practical, easy to park

Melbourne's cheapest car hire providers

Sixt has the cheapest car hire in Melbourne right now, with prices from $ 22.632 per day. You'll save an average of $ 52.782 per day when you book with them.
Sixtfrom $ 22.632 per day
Budgetfrom $ 68.777 per day
Everything Fleetfrom $ 75.463 per day
YESDRIVE CAR RENTALfrom $ 82.003 per day
Cheapest providerSixt
Book with them to save around$ 52.782 per day

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Hiring a car in Melbourne: Fast facts

Here's everything you need to know to hit the road happy.
Most popular car hire companySixt
Most popular carLarge, fullsize pick up truck
Average daily price$ 523.573
Best time to book3 weeks before

How to book the best car rental deals in Melbourne

We’re frequently named as the most trusted travel search site out there. We scan hundreds of trusted travel providers and put it all in one place, allowing you to instantly compare car hire rates and then book with no fees. Here's how to get the most out of your Melbourne car rental search.

Book now, cancel later

We clearly highlight car and van hire options in Melbourne that have free cancellation. So you can bag the best deal with total flexibility to change your plans if you need to.

Rent a car in Melbourne for a whole month

Want to hire a car for almost a month? Often, car rental companies in Melbourne avoid costly admin in between pick-ups by hiring out cars for longer periods. So see if monthly car hire is cheaper than the three weeks you need it for by selecting 30 days.

Compare fuel policies

To save money on topping up the tank as you take off in Melbourne, look out for deals with a 'full to full' fuel policy, as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

Skip the queues

We call out keyless pick-up when you search for cars with us. No keys to pick up, means no queues. Just turn up at your preferred Melbourne car hire location, hop in and hit the road.

Frequently asked questions

The average car hire cost in Melbourne is $ 523.573 per day or $ 2.705.485 for a seven-day rental. If you're looking for a cheap deal, the lowest price we found is $ 22.632 per day for Large hire from Auz rental cars. Need a specific type of car? Here's how prices compare:
Economy
Average price: $ 343.477 per day.
Cheapest price found: $ 75.463 per day.
SUV
Average price: $ 357.584 per day.
Cheapest price found: $ 22.632 per day.
Premium/Luxury
Average price: $ 529.561 per day.
Cheapest price found: $ 129.323 per day.
Electric
Average price: $ 554.030 per day.
Cheapest price found: $ 208.717 per day.
The cheapest car to rent in Melbourne is Large, fullsize SUV. The most popular is Large, fullsize pick up truck.
The cheapest car hire companies in Melbourne are currently Ace Rental Cars and Budget.
Bagging the best car hire deal depends on when you book  – often, it pays to book your wheels as far in advance as possible. But according to our data, the cheapest month to rent a car in Melbourne is currently February.
On average, around $ 2.705.485. But the best price we found for car hire for a week in Melbourne is $ 158.421.
Based on everything we know about daily prices, the average cost to hire a car in Melbourne for a whole month is $ 9.025.754. 

But sometimes, you'll get a discount for booking a whole month instead of 3 and a half weeks. So play with your dates to find the best deals!
If you're looking for freedom to explore Melbourne, choose a car with unlimited mileage, or look for car hire deals with a ’full to full' fuel policy as opposed to a 'half-full to full' one.

We also clearly highlight car and van hire options in Melbourne that have free cancellation
If you've booked car hire with free cancellation, you can usually cancel or change your booking without paying a fee. The deadline depends on the car hire company, but it's typically around 48 hours before pick-up. If you cancel after that, you may be charged. If your booking doesn't include free cancellation, you'll need to check the car hire company's cancellation policy. Depending on when you cancel, you might have to pay a fee or you won't get a refund.
Yes. Most car hire companies in Melbourne offer same-day car hire. If you're looking for last-minute car hire in Melbourne, search for today's date on Skyscanner to compare what's available.
The best time to book car hire in Melbourne is usually as early as you can. Booking ahead often means cheaper prices and more cars to choose from. You can sometimes find a good last-minute deal, but it's never guaranteed and availability is often more limited.
A good deal for car hire in Melbourne is usually around $ 392.679 per day or less. That's about 25% cheaper than the average price in Melbourne, which is $ 523.573 per day. The cheapest price we found in Melbourne is $ 22.632 per day with Auz rental cars for Large car hire.
It depends on the car hire company. Some companies in Melbourne will let you drive your hire car abroad, often for an extra fee, while others don't allow it. If you're planning to cross a border, check with the car hire company before you travel. Driving your hire car abroad without permission could invalidate your insurance or break the terms of your rental agreement.
It depends on the car hire company. Some accept debit cards, others require a credit card. Either way, you'll need enough money on your card to cover a security deposit which you'll get back when you return the car.
Yes, you can hire electric cars in Melbourne from companies like Sixt, East Coast and Turo. Luxury rentals, which is usually something like the Tesla Model 3, are currently the cheapest EV rentals in Melbourne. Prices start from $ 208.717 per day. Use the electric car filter when searching on Skyscanner to compare electric vehicle (EV) car hire deals in Melbourne.
The easiest way to compare car hire prices in Melbourne is to look at lots of companies at once, rather than checking each one individually. Skyscanner searches 44 car hire companies and compares prices across 761 available cars, so you don't have to.
Public transport can only get you so far, and could be tricky to navigate with children or luggage. With your own set of wheels, you can go wherever you want, whenever you want, for as long as you want. And you'll be able to discover more outside of Melbourne.
The cheapest price we found for an economy car is $ 75.463 per day. The average price per day is around $ 343.477.
Of course. Most major car hire companies like Sixt, YESDRIVE CAR RENTAL and Bargain Car Rentals offer baby and child seats as an add-on when you book.
The best car hire company depends on what's most important to you. If customer ratings are your priority, here are some of the highest-rated car hire companies in Melbourne, based on Skyscanner reviews. We've also included their average daily prices to help you compare your options.
Europcar
4.8/5 (from 1104 reviews)
Average daily price: $ 307.572
East Coast
4.8/5 (from 104 reviews)
Average daily price: $ 208.538
Alpha Car Hire
4.8/5 (from 2 reviews)
Average daily price: $ 196.845
You don't have to get it, but it's worth thinking about. In Melbourne, the excess (what you pay if the car gets damaged or stolen) ranges from $ 10.241.165 to $ 15.790.569 depending on who you book with. The cost of excess insurance also varies by car hire company. You can buy excess insurance separately, which is usually cheaper than buying it through the car hire company.
Large car hire — like the Ford Ranger — averages $ 523.573 per day in Melbourne. According to our data, the lowest price for Large car hire in Melbourne right now is $ 22.632 per day with Sixt.
Luxury car hire, like the Mercedes C-Class, costs an average of $ 529.561 per day in Melbourne. The cheapest price we could find is $ 129.323 per day with Alpha Car Hire.
Medium car hire, which is usually something like the Fiat Tipo, averages $ 356.776 per day in Melbourne. The cheapest price we found for Medium car hire in Melbourne is $ 81.121 per day with Everything Fleet.
Most people hiring a car in Melbourne book it for 7 days. If you're deciding how long to go for, here's what you can expect to pay on average:
1 day: $ 523.573
1 week: $ 2.705.485
2 weeks: $ 5.410.970
1 month: $ 9.025.754
If your travel dates are flexible, try changing the dates and number of days when you're comparing prices on Skyscanner. A few extra days can sometimes work out cheaper.
Yes. Most car hire companies in Melbourne let you add an extra driver. You usually need to pay an additional driver fee which costs around $ 3.132 per day. The good news is that some companies, like Bargain Car Rentals and Turo, include it at no extra cost.
We search the internet for all kinds of vehicle hire deals, including vans. But at the moment, we can't find any van hire in Melbourne.
It depends which airport you're flying into. Here's how airport prices compare with pick-up options in Melbourne, which start from $ 22.632 per day:
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport: prices start from $ 114.480 per day. It's 18.8km from central Melbourne and it takes around 55 minutes by car or 1 hour and 1 minute by public transport.
Melbourne Essendon Airport: prices start from $ 106.251 per day. It's 10.9km from central Melbourne and it takes around 54 minutes by car or 1 hour and 28 minutes by public transport.
Melbourne Avalon Airport: prices start from $ 117.787 per day. It's 50.1km from central Melbourne and it takes around 1 hour and 13 minutes by car or 4 hours and 27 minutes by public transport.