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Car rental rates in Ballina

Located in Northern New South Wales, Ballina is close to the surf and sand of famous Byron Bay along with the Byron hinterland.


Getting on the road in Ballina is easy with VroomVroomVroom. Use our easy to use search to find a competitive car hire rate from our selection of well respected car hire providers. You can book your car in just a couple of minutes.

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Economy SUVSixt

From $81/day

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Intermediate SUVSixt

From $88/day

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SpecialSixt

From $97/day

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Economy CarThrifty

From $105/day

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From $110/day

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Compact SUVThrifty

From $120/day

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Rental rate prices displayed are AUD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on December 05, 2023 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 05 December, 2023

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Our customers have rated their Ballina car rental booking experience 4.7/5
(191 reviews)
  • 24 Oct 2023

    Quick and easy

    carmel s.
    Booked: Hyundai Kona or similar
    Ballarat
    Hyundai Kona or similar
  • 12 Nov 2023

    quick n easy

    ilyas h.
    Booked: Toyota Corolla or similar
    Hobart
    Toyota Corolla or similar
  • 15 Sep 2023

    Ease of Booking.

    michael anthony k.
    Booked: Kia Carnival or similar
    Brisbane Airport
    Kia Carnival or similar
  • 19 Nov 2023

    Good job

    wayne o.
    Booked: Toyota Yaris or similar
    Adelaide Airport
    Toyota Yaris or similar
  • 24 Nov 2023

    straight-forward, no fuss, reliable

    keith m.
    Booked: Hyundai i30 or similar
    Sydney Airport
    Hyundai i30 or similar
  • 21 Nov 2023

    Easy and straightforward as usual. I have been hiring cars with VroomVroomVroom for over 12 years.

    sian d.
    Booked: Mystery Car or similar
    Hobart Airport
    Mystery Car or similar
  • 23 Nov 2023

    Very efficient

    margaret e.
    Booked: Vehicle determined upon pick-up (Compact or Larger) or similar
    Sydney Domestic Airport
    Vehicle determined upon pick-up (Compact or Larger) or similar
  • 19 Nov 2023

    Simplicity

    bobette l.
    Booked: Hyundai Kona or similar
    Launceston
    Hyundai Kona or similar
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Quick facts on hiring a car in Ballina

🚗 Vehicle typesCar, Commercial Van/Truck, Crossover, Monospace, Passenger Van, SUV and Ute.
🔑 No. of depotsSix car rental depots in Ballina.
✅ Rental brandsAvis, Budget, Dollar, Hertz, Sixt and Thrifty.

Car models commonly available in Ballina City

Popular rental car models in Ballina City last month

  • % of Bookings
    Price range last month
  • 1

    29%

    $97
    $118
    Mercedes  C200

    Mercedes C200Premium Car

    5

    5

    3 large, 5 small

    Rent with

    Sixt

  • 2

    29%

    $110
    $110
    Mazda CX5

    Mazda CX5Intermediate SUV

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Rent with

    Thrifty

  • 3

    14%

    $175
    $175
    12 Seat Toyota HiAce

    12 Seat Toyota HiAcePremium Passenger Van

    12

    4

    Rent with

    Thrifty

  • 4

    14%

    $179
    $179
    Suzuki Swift

    Suzuki SwiftEconomy Car

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Rent with

    Hertz

  • 5

    14%

    $66
    $66
    Kia Rio

    Kia RioCompact Car

    5

    4

    2 large, 3 small

    Rent with

    Sixt

Audi vehicles for hire in Ballina

  • Audi Q2

    Audi Q2

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Hertz

    Audi Q5

    Audi Q5

    5

    4

    3 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Hertz

  • Audi Q7

    Audi Q7

    7

    4

    3 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Hertz

BYD vehicles for hire in Ballina

  • BYD Atto 3 (Electric)

    BYD Atto 3 (Electric)Electric

    5

    5

    2 large, 3 small

    Providers

    Sixt

Hyundai vehicles for hire in Ballina

  • Hyundai i30

    Hyundai i30

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

    Hyundai Kona

    Hyundai Kona

    5

    5

    2 large, 3 small

    Providers

    Sixt

Kia vehicles for hire in Ballina

  • Kia Carnival

    Kia Carnival

    8

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz, Sixt

    Kia Carnival- Wheelchair Access

    Kia Carnival- Wheelchair Access

    5

    5

    2 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Thrifty

  • Kia Carnival- Wheelchair Access 6 passengers

    Kia Carnival- Wheelchair Access 6 passengers

    6

    5

    2 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

    Kia Sportage

    Kia Sportage

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

Mazda vehicles for hire in Ballina

  • Mazda CX-9

    Mazda CX-9

    7

    4

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

    Mazda CX5

    Mazda CX5

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

Mercedes vehicles for hire in Ballina

  • Mercedes  C200

    Mercedes C200

    5

    5

    3 large, 5 small

    Providers

    Sixt

    Mercedes SUV GLC

    Mercedes SUV GLC

    5

    5

    4 large, 6 small

    Providers

    Sixt

MG vehicles for hire in Ballina

  • MG HS

    MG HS

    5

    5

    3 large, 5 small

    Providers

    Sixt

Mitsubishi vehicles for hire in Ballina

  • Mitsubishi ASX

    Mitsubishi ASX

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz, Sixt

    Mitsubishi Pajero Sport 4WD

    Mitsubishi Pajero Sport 4WD

    5

    5

    4 large, 6 small

    Providers

    Sixt

  • Mitsubishi Pajero Sport GLX

    Mitsubishi Pajero Sport GLX

    5

    5

    3 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty

Nissan vehicles for hire in Ballina

  • Nissan Juke

    Nissan Juke

    5

    5

    3 large, 5 small

    Providers

    Sixt

Peugeot vehicles for hire in Ballina

  • Peugeot 508s

    Peugeot 508s

    5

    5

    3 large, 5 small

    Providers

    Sixt

Suzuki vehicles for hire in Ballina

  • Suzuki Swift

    Suzuki Swift

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

Toyota vehicles for hire in Ballina

  • 12 Seat Toyota HiAce

    12 Seat Toyota HiAce

    12

    4

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

    Toyota Camry Hybrid

    Toyota Camry HybridHybrid

    5

    4

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Hertz

  • Toyota Corolla

    Toyota Corolla

    5

    4

    2 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Hertz

    Toyota Corolla  Hybrid

    Toyota Corolla HybridHybrid

    5

    4

    3 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

  • Toyota Corolla Hatch

    Toyota Corolla Hatch

    5

    5

    2 large, 3 small

    Providers

    Sixt

    Toyota Corolla Hybrid

    Toyota Corolla HybridHybrid

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

  • Toyota Hilux UTE 2WD

    Toyota Hilux UTE 2WD

    2

    2

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

    Toyota Hilux XCab UTE

    Toyota Hilux XCab UTE

    2

    2

    Providers

    Hertz

  • Toyota Kluger Hybrid

    Toyota Kluger HybridHybrid

    7

    4

    3 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Hertz

    Toyota Landcruiser Prado

    Toyota Landcruiser Prado

    7

    4

    3 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

  • Toyota Prado

    Toyota Prado

    5

    5

    4 large, 6 small

    Providers

    Sixt

    Toyota RAV4

    Toyota RAV4

    5

    5

    3 large, 5 small

    Providers

    Sixt

  • Toyota RAV4 Hybrid

    Toyota RAV4 HybridHybrid

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

    Toyota Yaris

    Toyota Yaris

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Sixt

  • Toyota Yaris Cross

    Toyota Yaris Cross

    5

    5

    1 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Sixt

Other vehicles for hire in Ballina

  • 19-22 Cubic Metre Van with Lift

    19-22 Cubic Metre Van with Lift

    3

    2

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

    25 Seat Bus

    25 Seat Bus

    25

    2

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

  • 6 Cubic Metre Van

    6 Cubic Metre Van

    2

    4

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

    8 Cubic Metre Van

    8 Cubic Metre Van

    2

    2

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

  • Dual Cab 4WD

    Dual Cab 4WD

    5

    4

    Providers

    Thrifty

    Dual Cab 4WD Lid/Canopy

    Dual Cab 4WD Lid/Canopy

    5

    4

    Providers

    Hertz

  • Mine Equip 4WD Dual Cab

    Mine Equip 4WD Dual Cab

    5

    4

    Providers

    Thrifty

    Mystery Car

    Mystery Car

    5

    4

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Sixt, Hertz

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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 05 December, 2023

Ballina daily rate data

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

05 Dec

$105

$124

Wed

06 Dec

$105

$124

Thu

07 Dec

$105

$124

Fri

08 Dec

$105

$124

Sat

09 Dec

$105

$124

Sun

10 Dec

$105

$124

Mon

11 Dec

$105

$124

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

05 Dec

$124

$136

Wed

06 Dec

$121

$136

Thu

07 Dec

$121

$136

Fri

08 Dec

$121

$136

Sat

09 Dec

$121

$136

Sun

10 Dec

$121

$136

Mon

11 Dec

$121

$136

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

05 Dec

$120

$125

Wed

06 Dec

$120

$215

Thu

07 Dec

$120

$215

Fri

08 Dec

$120

$215

Sat

09 Dec

$120

$215

Sun

10 Dec

$120

$215

Mon

11 Dec

$81

$215

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

05 Dec

$131

$223

Wed

06 Dec

$131

$223

Thu

07 Dec

$131

$223

Fri

08 Dec

$131

$223

Sat

09 Dec

$131

$223

Sun

10 Dec

$131

$223

Mon

11 Dec

$131

$223

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

05 Dec

$172

$232

Wed

06 Dec

$172

$232

Thu

07 Dec

$172

$232

Fri

08 Dec

$172

$232

Sat

09 Dec

$131

$232

Sun

10 Dec

$131

$232

Mon

11 Dec

$131

$232

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

05 Dec

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

Wed

06 Dec

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

Thu

07 Dec

$181

$190

Fri

08 Dec

$181

$190

Sat

09 Dec

$181

$190

Sun

10 Dec

$181

$190

Mon

11 Dec

$181

$190

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

05 Dec

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

Wed

06 Dec

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

Thu

07 Dec

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

Fri

08 Dec

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

Sat

09 Dec

$88

$88

Sun

10 Dec

$88

$90

Mon

11 Dec

$88

$88

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

05 Dec

$131

$131

Wed

06 Dec

$131

$131

Thu

07 Dec

$131

$131

Fri

08 Dec

$131

$134

Sat

09 Dec

$131

$131

Sun

10 Dec

$131

$259

Mon

11 Dec

$131

$259

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

05 Dec

$130

$130

Wed

06 Dec

$130

$130

Thu

07 Dec

$130

$130

Fri

08 Dec

$124

$130

Sat

09 Dec

$124

$130

Sun

10 Dec

$124

$124

Mon

11 Dec

$124

$124

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

05 Dec

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

Wed

06 Dec

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

Thu

07 Dec

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

Fri

08 Dec

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

Sat

09 Dec

$139

$139

Sun

10 Dec

$139

$139

Mon

11 Dec

$139

$139

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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 05 December, 2023

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Car rental depots in Ballina

Car hire depots in Ballina are marked on the map below.

Opening hours are provided by the depots and are subject to change.
  • Avis Ballina

    3/210 Southern Cross Dr, Ballina NSW, 2478

    Today •8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    monday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    tuesday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    wednesday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    thursday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    friday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    saturday

    8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

    3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

    sunday

    8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

    3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

  • Sixt Ballina

    3/188 Southern Cross Drive, Ballina NSW, 2478

    Today •8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

    monday

    8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

    tuesday

    8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

    wednesday

    8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

    thursday

    8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

    friday

    8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

    saturday

    8:00 AM - 1:00 PM

    sunday

    8:00 AM - 1:00 PM

    4.40 • 11 ratings

    4

    Service

    4

    Information

    4

    Accessibility

    5

    Vehicle

    5

    Presentation

  • Hertz Ballina Downtown

    Cnr Cessna & De Havilland Cres, Ballina, Ballina NSW, 2478

    Today •8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    monday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    tuesday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    wednesday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    thursday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    friday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    saturday

    8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

    sunday

    9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

    4.73 • 3 ratings

    5

    Service

    5

    Information

    5

    Accessibility

    5

    Vehicle

    5

    Presentation

  • Dollar Ballina Downtown

    Cnr Cessna & De Havilland Cres, Ballina, Ballina NSW, 2478

    Today •8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    monday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    tuesday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    wednesday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    thursday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    friday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    saturday

    8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    sunday

    9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

  • Thrifty Ballina Downtown

    Cnr Cessna & De Havilland Cres, Ballina, Ballina NSW, 2478

    Today •8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    monday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    tuesday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    wednesday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    thursday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    friday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    saturday

    8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    sunday

    9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    3.80 • 1 rating

    4

    Service

    4

    Information

    2

    Accessibility

    5

    Vehicle

    4

    Presentation

  • Budget Ballina

    1/27 Southern Cross Dr, Ballina NSW, 2470

    Today •8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

    monday

    8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

    tuesday

    8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

    wednesday

    8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

    thursday

    8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

    friday

    8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

    saturday

    8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

    sunday

    8:30 AM - 4:00 PM

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Frequently asked questions

On hiring a car in Ballina, New South Wales

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Ballina?

    Prices start at AUD $81 per day for an Economy SUV, up to AUD $206 per day for a Fullsize SUV. Get a live rate for your planned dates and desired vehicle in Ballina.

  • How much does it cost to hire an Electric Car in Ballina?

    If you prefer to plug your car in rather than fill it up, an Electric Car costs AUD $88 per day. Enter your car hire dates and find a live rate for your desired Electric Car in Ballina.

  • How much does it cost to hire a Minivan or People Mover in Ballina?

    If you’ve got a crowd, but don’t need something as large as a bus, then a 7-seater or 8-seater Minivan hire might be your best option. A Minivan costs AUD $131 per day. Check for a live rate by entering your desired car hire dates in Ballina.

  • What is the highest-rated hire car in Ballina?

    The highest-rated rental car in Ballina is Nissan Juke or similar, based on ratings by our customers within the last 12 months.

  • What is the highest-rated car hire provider in Ballina?

    Hertz is the highest-rated car hire provider in Ballina, based on ratings by our customers.

  • Is it cheaper to book a weekly car rental in Ballina?

    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 Ballina 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.

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