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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 21 November 2024.

January

R814

February

R759

March

R922

April

R868

May

R796

June

R977

July

R1 103

August

R1 031

September

R977

October

R868

November

R850

December

R922

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 21 November 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
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Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

10,0

Budget

10,0
Wonderful
4 reviews•2 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

9,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

9,0

Europcar

2 locations
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Overview

Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

7,9

Value

8,9

Firefly

10,0
Wonderful
1 review•1 location
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Cleanliness

10,0

Comfort

10,0

Overall

10,0

Pick-up/drop-off

10,0

Value

10,0

Alamo

9,3
Wonderful
16 reviews•1 location
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Cleanliness

9,3

Comfort

9,3

Overall

9,3

Pick-up/drop-off

8,9

Value

8,6

Avis

8,0
Very Good
3 reviews•2 locations
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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 reviews•2 locations
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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 review•2 locations
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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 21 November 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 R19,18/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between R863 and R1 247 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • 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 45%). Cheapflights recommends you book around 87 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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