Townsville

Cheap Car Rentals in Townsville

Townsville, QLD, Australia
3 May — 10 May
Driver's age: 26-65
Townsville, QLD, Australia
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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 26 April 2024.

January

C$ 61

February

C$ 57

March

C$ 71

April

C$ 82

May

C$ 95

June

C$ 110

July

C$ 99

August

C$ 98

September

C$ 95

October

C$ 76

November

C$ 71

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.

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 26 April 2024.

Small cars

C$ 34 - C$ 132

All Car Types

C$ 46 - C$ 201

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$ 132/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.

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$ 175/day). In fact, November is about 8% 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.

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.

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 26 April 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

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Townsville, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 26 April 2024.
  • 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$ 1.55/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between C$ 70 and C$ 100 to fill up a car’s gas tank.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Townsville for a week from Bargain Car Rentals?

    Bargain Car Rentals is one of the most popular car rental companies in Townsville, offering car rentals for around C$ 418 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 35% on your rental. Booking your vehicle at least 38 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.

  • 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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