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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 December 2024.

January

R815

February

R760

March

R924

April

R869

May

R797

June

R978

July

R1 105

August

R1 032

September

R978

October

R869

November

R869

December

R924

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Townsville is February. The most expensive time to rent a car is July. 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.

Top rental agencies in Townsville

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Townsville known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Townsville. Reviews were last updated on 19 December 2024.
Have a look at the top car hire agencies available in Townsville, including Thrifty, Budget and Europcar. Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Townsville, including Thrifty, Budget and Europcar.

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

8,0
Very Good
3 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,0

Pick-up/drop-off

8,0

Value

8,0

Hertz

8,0
Very Good
2 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7,1

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 hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Townsville, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 19 December 2024.
  • Which car hire 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 car hire companies in Townsville.

  • What are petrol prices like in Townsville?

    The average price of petrol in Townsville is R19,21/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R864 and R1 248 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Townsville for a week from Sixt?

    Hiring a car in Townsville for a week can be a great option for travel. Sixt, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around R14 140/week on average.

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

    Generally, for a better deal in Townsville it’s recommended to book in a timely manner (to save up to 39%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 16 days prior to your pickup date. Booking as early as you can also increases the likelihood that you’ll get the ideal car.

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

    Yes, hiring a vehicle in Townsville for a month is certainly possible.

  • What car do most people hire in Townsville?

    The most popular car to hire while in Townsville is the Kia Stonic, which is a Compact vehicle.

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