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Compare car rental rates in Ballarat, Victoria
The Victorian city of Ballarat is a historical hotspot situated just over 100 kilometres to the west of downtown Melbourne. Once a gold mining town, today historical relics of that period, including some impressive buildings, continue to attract curious visitors.
Compare car rental deals in Ballarat with VroomVroomVroom to find a competitive rate. If your trip includes time in Victoria’s capital, explore our car rental in Melbourne for tips on tolls, drop-offs and depot locations.
Intermediate Ute (single/extended cab)
View offerTravel 23 Aug - 28 Aug 2026
from AUD $65/day
Special
View offerTravel 21 Aug - 24 Aug 2026
from AUD $65/day
Compact Car
View offerTravel 21 Aug - 24 Aug 2026
from AUD $66/day
Economy Car
View offerTravel 19 Aug - 22 Aug 2026
from AUD $67/day
Standard Car
View offerTravel 21 Aug - 26 Aug 2026
from AUD $71/day
Compact SUV
View offerTravel 21 Aug - 26 Aug 2026
from AUD $72/day
Compact Monospace
View offerTravel 21 Aug - 26 Aug 2026
from AUD $72/day
Compact Commercial Van/Truck
View offerTravel 23 Aug - 28 Aug 2026
from AUD $75/day
Fullsize Ute (double cab)
View offerTravel 23 Aug - 28 Aug 2026
from AUD $76/day
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Rental rate prices displayed are AUD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on August 18, 2026 by an Australian resident aged between 30 and 69 years old, for the specified travel dates, with a pickup and return time of 10:00 am. Rates and vehicle availability may change without notice. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates. Rates include all mandatory fees for the rental and exclude credit card surcharges and extras.
Rates are in AUD and were last updated on 18 August, 2026
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- 12 May 2026danielle s.Booked: Toyota Hilux UTE 2WD or similarBallarat
- 04 Jul 2026trudy g.Booked: Toyota Hilux or similarBrisbane Airport
- 10 Jun 2026andrew w.Booked: Standard SUVHobart Airport
- 23 Jul 2026lisamaree g.Booked: Mazda Cx5 or similarCairns Airport
- 01 Jun 2026alvina l.Booked: Mystery Vehicle or similarTownsville Airport
- 19 Jul 2026michelle a.Booked: Toyota Yaris Cross or similarBrisbane Airport
- 24 Jun 2026karyn m.Booked: Toyota Landcruiser Prado or similarLaunceston Airport
- 06 Jun 2026maree m.Booked: Toyota Kluger or similarBrisbane Domestic Airport
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Quick facts on hiring a car in Ballarat
| 🚗 Vehicle types | Car, Commercial Van/Truck, Monospace, Passenger Van, Pick up (double cab), Pick up (single/extended cab) and SUV. |
|---|---|
| 🔑 No. of depots | Six car rental depots in Ballarat. |
| ✅ Rental brands | Avis, Budget, Europcar, Hertz, Sixt and Thrifty. |
Car models commonly available in Ballarat City
Ford vehicles for hire in Ballarat
Ford Ranger
5
4
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Hyundai vehicles for hire in Ballarat
Hyundai Kona
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Hyundai Staria
8
5
2 small
ProvidersBudget
Kia vehicles for hire in Ballarat
Kia Carnival
8
5
4 small
ProvidersAvis, Thrifty, Hertz
Kia Cerato
5
5
2 small
ProvidersBudget, Sixt
Kia K4
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Kia Rio
5
4
2 small
ProvidersSixt
Kia Sportage
5
5
4 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget, Thrifty, Hertz
Kia Stonic
5
5
1 small
ProvidersBudget
Mazda vehicles for hire in Ballarat
Mazda 3
5
4
2 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Mazda CX-3
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz, Sixt, Europcar
Mazda CX-30
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Mazda CX-5
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar
MG vehicles for hire in Ballarat
MG3 Core
5
4
2 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Mitsubishi vehicles for hire in Ballarat
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
5
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersSixt
Nissan vehicles for hire in Ballarat
Nissan Juke
5
5
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersSixt
Suzuki vehicles for hire in Ballarat
Suzuki Swift
5
5
2 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget
Toyota vehicles for hire in Ballarat
12 Seat Toyota HiAce
12
3
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota Camry
5
4
4 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget, Hertz
Toyota Camry HybridHybrid
5
4
4 small
ProvidersAvis, Hertz
Toyota CH-R
5
5
3 small
ProvidersAvis
Toyota Corolla
5
5
3 small
ProvidersAvis, Thrifty, Hertz
Toyota Corolla Hatch
5
5
3 small
ProvidersAvis
Toyota Corolla HybridHybrid
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz
Toyota Fortuner
5
4
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota Hilux UTE 2WD
2
2
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota Kluger
7
5
4 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget, Thrifty, Hertz
Toyota Kluger HybridHybrid
7
4
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz, Sixt
Toyota Landcruiser Prado
7
4
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota Prado
5
5
4 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget
Toyota RAV4
5
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersSixt
Toyota RAV4 HybridHybrid
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota Yaris
5
5
2 small
ProvidersSixt
Showing 10 of 16 vehicles
Other vehicles for hire in Ballarat
19-22 Cubic Metre Van with Lift
3
2
ProvidersThrifty
2WD Dual Cab Diesel Tray
5
4
ProvidersHertz
2WD Single Cab Diesel Tray
2
2
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
49 Cubic Meter Van
2
2
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty
6 Cubic Metre Van
2
2
ProvidersThrifty
8 Cubic Metre Van
2
2
ProvidersThrifty
Dual Cab 4WD
5
4
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Dual Cab 4WD Lid/Canopy
5
4
ProvidersHertz
Dual Cab Tray UTE 2WD
5
2
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Mine Equip 4WD Dual Cab
5
4
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Mystery Car
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersSixt, Europcar
Showing 10 of 11 vehicles
The price range indicates the AUD per-day rental rates from bookings made using our search engine, excluding any extras, in most cases. While we make reasonable efforts to provide accurate and reliable data, the data is provided ‘as is’ and errors or other defects may occur. For more information, click here: Terms and Conditions.
Rates are in AUD and were last updated on 18 August, 2026
Ballarat daily rate data
Price range over the past 12 months for a compact car
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
18 Aug
$49
$78
19 Aug
$67
$88
20 Aug
$67
$88
21 Aug
$66
$88
22 Aug
$67
$88
23 Aug
$67
$88
24 Aug
$66
$88
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
18 Aug
$53
$93
19 Aug
$82
$87
20 Aug
$82
$87
21 Aug
$82
$93
22 Aug
$82
$87
23 Aug
$82
$87
24 Aug
$82
$93
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
18 Aug
$60
$118
19 Aug
$74
$129
20 Aug
$74
$129
21 Aug
$71
$129
22 Aug
$74
$129
23 Aug
$71
$124
24 Aug
$74
$124
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
18 Aug
$61
$106
19 Aug
$74
$112
20 Aug
$74
$112
21 Aug
$72
$112
22 Aug
$74
$112
23 Aug
$72
$112
24 Aug
$74
$106
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
18 Aug
$72
$118
19 Aug
$81
$116
20 Aug
$81
$116
21 Aug
$77
$116
22 Aug
$81
$116
23 Aug
$81
$116
24 Aug
$77
$116
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
18 Aug
$95
$130
19 Aug
$109
$147
20 Aug
$109
$147
21 Aug
$99
$147
22 Aug
$109
$147
23 Aug
$99
$147
24 Aug
$109
$147
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
18 Aug
$101
$142
19 Aug
$133
$146
20 Aug
$133
$146
21 Aug
$135
$162
22 Aug
$135
$162
23 Aug
$127
$146
24 Aug
$133
$146
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
18 Aug
$100
$135
19 Aug
$126
$203
20 Aug
$126
$203
21 Aug
$126
$226
22 Aug
$126
$226
23 Aug
$126
$203
24 Aug
$126
$203
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
18 Aug
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
19 Aug
$148
$164
20 Aug
$148
$164
21 Aug
$155
$172
22 Aug
$155
$172
23 Aug
$134
$164
24 Aug
$148
$164
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
18 Aug
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
19 Aug
$71
$78
20 Aug
$71
$78
21 Aug
$76
$84
22 Aug
$76
$84
23 Aug
$65
$78
24 Aug
$71
$78
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
18 Aug
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
19 Aug
$84
$123
20 Aug
$84
$123
21 Aug
$90
$131
22 Aug
$90
$131
23 Aug
$76
$123
24 Aug
$84
$123
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
18 Aug
There is limited availability for pick up at this location on some dates in the next seven days. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates and availability.
Limited availability
19 Aug
$121
$133
20 Aug
$121
$133
21 Aug
$129
$142
22 Aug
$129
$142
23 Aug
$110
$133
24 Aug
$121
$133
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
18 Aug
$68
$78
19 Aug
$74
$74
20 Aug
$74
$74
21 Aug
$72
$74
22 Aug
$74
$74
23 Aug
$72
$74
24 Aug
$74
$74
Historical daily rate pricing information is data from actual bookings made using our search engine in the previous 12 months.
Next 7 days rates are obtained from searches in our reservation system for a 3 day rental duration, by an Australian resident aged between 30 and 69 years old, with a pickup and return time of 10:00 am on the indicated pick up date. Rates and vehicle availability may change without notice.
Prices are in AUD and include all mandatory fees for the rental and exclude credit card surcharges and extras.
While we make reasonable efforts to provide accurate and reliable data, the data is provided ‘as is’ and errors or other defects may occur. For more information, click here: Terms and Conditions.
Rates are in AUD and were last updated on 18 August, 2026
Melbourne Airport car hire
Are you flying into Melbourne?
Consider collecting your vehicle from the airport. We work with a range of car hire providers at Melbourne Airport (MEL).
Local expert tips for hiring a car in Ballarat
Watch your speed
Drivers are advised to stay within the speed limit and must choose an appropriate speed for the driving conditions. Be aware of high-risk locations along Ballarat Road, such as McIntyre Road and Glencairn Avenue, which has a speed limit of 70 km/h.
Peak hour traffic
Ballarat’s busiest months are typically February, June, and December. If you’re planning your visit for one of those months, be aware the traffic will be denser than normal.
Parking
Pay attention to the parking signs for any time limits or restrictions within Ballarat’s CBD to avoid fines. Your first hour of street parking in Ballarat is usually free, but parking from 9 am to 5 pm can cost up to AU$22.50.
Flexible one-way car rentals
Planning to get a one-way car rental for an interstate trip? You can book a hire car in Ballarat and return it to another location. Just untick the “Return to the same location” option in our search form and select your preferred return location.
Don’t forget your licence
You may use your overseas driver's licence and must carry it with you at all times if you wish to drive in Victoria. If your licence isn’t in English, you'll need to provide an International Driving Permit (IDP).
Save on fuel cost
Make sure to compare fuel prices. According to The Royal Automobile Club of Victoria (RACV), Ballarat is one of the cheapest places to buy petrol.
Car rental depots in Ballarat
Find a convenient car hire depot on the map below.
Avis Ballarat
View details3.2 (1)Mon–Fri 7:00 AM - 4:45 PM, Sat 8:00 AM - 12:45 PM, Sun 9:00 AM - 12:45 PM1001 Howitt Street, Victoria
Budget Ballarat Downtown
View details4.2 (3)Mon–Fri 7:00 AM - 4:45 PM, Sat 8:00 AM - 12:45 PM, Sun 9:00 AM - 12:45 PM1003 Howitt St, Victoria
Europcar Ballarat
View details5.0 (1)Mon–Fri 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Sat–Sun Closed1007 Howitt Street, Victoria
Hertz Ballarat Downtown
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Sat–Sun 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM17 Albert St, Victoria
Sixt Ballarat
View details4.9 (2)Mon–Thu 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM, Fri 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Sat 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM, Sun 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM1001 Norman Street, Victoria
Thrifty Ballarat
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Sat–Sun 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM17 Albert St, Victoria
Frequently asked questions
On hiring a car in Ballarat, Victoria
How much does it cost to hire a car in Ballarat?
For a rental period from 21 August to 24 August 2026, prices range from AUD $66 per day for a Compact Car to AUD $162 per day for a Premium SUV. Enter your planned dates to compare live rental rates for your vehicle in Ballarat.
What is the cheapest car rental in Ballarat?
The cheapest car rental in Ballarat for the rental period from 23 August to 28 August 2026 is a Toyota Hilux UTE 2WD or similar from Thrifty costing AUD $65 per day. Enter your travel dates in the search form and compare live rates from Australia’s most respected rental car providers.
How much does it cost to hire a Minivan or People Mover in Ballarat?
The price of a minivan hired in Ballarat from 19 August to 22 August 2026 ranges from AUD $121 to AUD $203 per day before any added extras. Enter your travel dates and compare live rates for a minivan rental in Ballarat.
What is the highest-rated hire car in Ballarat?
The highest-rated rental car in Ballarat is Suzuki Swift or similar, based on ratings by our customers within the last 12 months.
What is the best car rental company in Ballarat?
Europcar is our highest-rated car hire provider in Ballarat, scoring an average rating of 5 out of 5 based on actual bookings by our customers.
What is the cheapest car rental company in Ballarat?
Europcar is the cheapest car rental company in Ballarat, with rates from AUD $65 per day based on our rolling weekly search data. Enter your travel dates in the search form and compare live rates from Australia’s most respected rental car providers.
Is it cheaper to book a weekly car rental in Ballarat?
The per-day rates of some rental cars may fall if you book for a longer rental period. Prices often change around daily, three-day, five-day and seven-day periods. Also, note that the selection of rental cars available in Ballarat may be more limited if you are looking for a long-term car rental, so it’s best to compare a few different booking durations first.
Can I pick up a car hire in Ballarat and drop it off in another location?
Absolutely. You can pick up your hire car in Ballarat and drop it off at another location. However, there may be a one-way fee charged to your booking by your supplier.
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