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Cheap Car Rentals in Townsville from C$ 91

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car rental in Townsville with a pick-up date of 17/6 and drop-off date of 19/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of rental. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Townsville?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Townsville and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 19 May 2024.

January

C$ 61

February

C$ 57

March

C$ 70

April

C$ 66

May

C$ 78

June

C$ 107

July

C$ 99

August

C$ 98

September

C$ 93

October

C$ 76

November

C$ 70

December

C$ 73

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Townsville is February. The most expensive time to rent a car is June. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Popular car types in Townsville

Explore the most popular car models available for rent in Townsville and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car rental companies and was last updated on 19 May 2024.

There are 15 rental agencies servicing Townsville. These agencies, altogether, have 28 rental locations available. Need an affordable rental? SUV is the cheapest car type to rent in Townsville with prices from C$ 110 a day in the previous 7-day period. Here are 5 car types you can rent in Townsville:

Compact

Compact

C$ 137+

Intermediate

Intermediate

C$ 131+

Full-size

Full-size

C$ 227+

SUV

SUV

C$ 186+

Minivan

Minivan

C$ 334+

Commercial

Commercial

C$ 91+

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

C$ 110+

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

C$ 160+

Compare available car types for rental in Townsville

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for rental in Townsville to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 May 2024.

Small cars

C$ 34 - C$ 131

All Car Types

C$ 46 - C$ 200

To rent a small car in Townsville, Australia, you would pay an average price of C$ 74/day. January is the cheapest month to rent a small car in Townsville, Australia (~C$ 34/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is April (~C$ 131/day). In fact, January is about 55% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car rental for Townsville. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Townsville, renting a small car saves you 23% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Townsville small car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a medium car in Townsville, Australia, you would pay an average price of C$ 81/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a medium car in Townsville, Australia (~C$ 76/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is May (~C$ 174/day). In fact, November is about 7% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car rental for Townsville. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Townsville, renting a medium car saves you 16% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Townsville medium car rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To rent a SUV in Townsville, Australia, you would pay an average price of C$ 38/day. November is the cheapest month to rent a SUV in Townsville, Australia (~C$ 52/day), while the most expensive month to rent that same car type is March (~C$ 85/day). In fact, November is about 36% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV rental for Townsville. When comparing with other car types available for rental in Townsville, renting a SUV saves you 61% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Townsville SUV rental prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Mazda Mazda2C$ 137/day
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Top rental agencies in Townsville

Explore the leading car rental agencies in Townsville known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Townsville. Reviews were last updated on 19 May 2024.
Choose from the top rental car agencies available in Townsville, including Thrifty, Budget and Europcar. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.

Thrifty

4 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Budget

10.0
Wonderful
4 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

9.0

Europcar

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

8.9

Firefly

10.0
Wonderful
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Alamo

9.3
Wonderful
16 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.3

Overall

9.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.9

Value

8.6

Avis

8.4
Very good
3 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.4

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

8.4

Hertz

8.0
Very good
2 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

6.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.0

Sixt

8.0
Very good
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.0

Best Townsville car rental deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car rental deals in Townsville. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect rental option for your needs. There are currently 8 rental car agencies in Townsville with an average daily rate of C$ 172. Data was last updated on 19 May 2024.
The best prices on car rentals in Townsville we've found at this time. Double check the details of your car rental reservation before booking to ensure no unwanted surprises.
Ford Transit CargoC$ 91/day
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Nissan KicksC$ 110/day
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Ford FusionC$ 131/day
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Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Townsville, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 19 May 2024.
  • What car rental company is typically the cheapest in Townsville?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a car hire in Townsville from the following companies over the past two weeks: Thrifty (C$ 91/day), Enterprise Rent-A-Car (C$ 110/day), and Avis (C$ 160/day).

  • Which car rental company is considered to be the best in Townsville?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Budget (10.0 rating), Thrifty (10.0 rating) and Firefly (10.0 rating) seem to be the best rental car companies in Townsville.

  • What are gas prices like in Townsville?

    The average gas price in Townsville is C$ 1.58/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between C$ 71 and C$ 103 to fill up a car’s gas tank.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Townsville for a week from Enterprise Rent-A-Car?

    Enterprise Rent-A-Car is one of the most popular car rental companies in Townsville, offering car rentals for around C$ 383 per week on average.

  • How far in advance should I rent a car in Townsville for the best price?

    Booking early can save you upwards of 38% on your rental. Booking your vehicle at least 80 days in advance can you get you a great below-average price in Townsville.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Townsville?

    The length of time you can book a rental for is subject to the inventory of the supplier. When renting a vehicle from Townsville it should be possible to rent a car for a whole month if needed.

  • How much is a car rental in Townsville for a weekend?

    For a weekend car rental in Townsville, you can expect the average price to be around C$ 0. Usually a Commercial rental in Townsville is your cheapest weekend car rental option, though you should always check Cheapflights to see if there are other deals on alternative car rental types. If you do opt for renting a Commercial for June, it will cost approximately C$ 0 per day.

  • What car do most people rent in Townsville?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Townsville is Economy (Suzuki Swift) based on our Cheapflights data.

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