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The capital of Australia, Canberra offers far more than Parliament House when it comes to considering a visit. Home to world-class museums and galleries, plenty of parklands, and a relaxed small-city feel, Canberra has more than enough to enthrall first-time visitors. If you’re planning a road trip from Sydney to Melbourne, Canberra is an ideal destination to work into your plans.


The city also forms a perfect base for exploratory road trips — it is the closest capital city to the Australian Alps and is also within easy driving distance of a particularly beautiful stretch of the southern New South Wales coast.

  • BudgetSpecial
    Special

    From $46/day

    for 14 Dec - 17 Dec 2024
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  • EuropcarCompact Car
    Compact Car

    From $56/day

    for 14 Dec - 17 Dec 2024
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  • BudgetIntermediate Car
    Intermediate Car

    From $58/day

    for 17 Dec - 20 Dec 2024
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  • BudgetCompact SUV
    Compact SUV

    From $68/day

    for 17 Dec - 20 Dec 2024
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  • EuropcarStandard SUV
    Standard SUV

    From $68/day

    for 18 Dec - 23 Dec 2024
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  • ThriftyIntermediate Pick up (single/extended cab) 2 door
    Intermediate Pick up (single/extended cab) 2 door

    From $71/day

    for 16 Dec - 21 Dec 2024
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Quick facts on hiring a car in Canberra

🚗 Vehicle typesCar, Commercial Van/Truck, Passenger Van, SUV, Sport, Ute and Wagon/Estate.
🔑 No. of depotsSix car rental depots in Canberra.
✅ Rental brandsAvis, Budget, Europcar, Hertz, Sixt and Thrifty.

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  • 25 Nov 2024

    Fast, easy

    karryn m.
    Booked: Suzuki Swift, Hyundai Accent, Kia Rio or Toyota Yaris or similar
    Mitchell
    Suzuki Swift, Hyundai Accent, Kia Rio or Toyota Yaris or similar
  • 25 Oct 2024

    Very easy. Thank you.

    barbara c.
    Booked: Toyota Corolla Sedan or similar
    Mitchell Downtown
    Toyota Corolla Sedan or similar
  • 09 Oct 2024

    Thanks

    david c.
    Booked: Mystery Car Vehicle Determined At Checkout or similar
    Canberra
    Mystery Car Vehicle Determined At Checkout or similar
  • 12 Sep 2024

    Fast booking

    anasiu p.
    Booked: Ford Ranger or similar
    Mitchell Downtown
    Ford Ranger or similar
  • 09 Sep 2024

    VroomVroomVroom was very easy to use and to compare multiple options

    berrick k.
    Booked: Toyota Camry or similar
    Canberra Downtown
    Toyota Camry or similar
  • 05 Sep 2024

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    unouna t.
    Booked: Kia Sportage or similar
    Canberra
    Kia Sportage or similar
  • 15 Aug 2024

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    marco a.
    Booked: Standard Sedan
    Sunshine Coast Airport (Maroochydore)
    Standard Sedan
  • 25 Aug 2024

    easy

    emma h.
    Booked: MG MG3 or similar
    Cairns Domestic Airport
    MG MG3 or similar
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Car models commonly available in Canberra

Popular rental car models in Canberra last month

  • % of Bookings
    Price range last month
  • 1

    18%

    $43
    $65
    Suzuki Swift

    Suzuki SwiftCompact Car

    5

    5

    2 small

    Rent with

    Avis, Budget, Thrifty

  • 2

    12%

    $89
    $544
    Mazda CX-3

    Mazda CX-3Economy SUV

    5

    5

    1 large, 1 small

    Rent with

    Hertz, Thrifty

  • 3

    10%

    $44
    $170
    Kia Cerato

    Kia CeratoIntermediate Car

    5

    5

    2 small

    Rent with

    Budget

  • 4

    8%

    $56
    $80
    Kia Sportage

    Kia SportageIntermediate SUV

    5

    5

    2 small

    Rent with

    Budget, Avis

  • 5

    8%

    $101
    $322
    Toyota Kluger Hybrid

    Toyota Kluger HybridFullsize SUV

    7

    4

    3 large, 2 small

    Rent with

    Hertz

Audi vehicles for hire in Canberra

  • Audi Q5

    Audi Q5

    5

    4

    3 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Hertz

Ford vehicles for hire in Canberra

  • Ford Everest Trend

    Ford Everest Trend

    5

    4

    4 small

    Providers

    Europcar

    Ford Ranger

    Ford Ranger

    5

    5

    3 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

  • Ford Ranger Wildtrak

    Ford Ranger Wildtrak

    5

    4

    3 small

    Providers

    Europcar

Hyundai vehicles for hire in Canberra

  • Hyundai i30

    Hyundai i30

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

    Hyundai Staria

    Hyundai Staria

    8

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Budget

Kia vehicles for hire in Canberra

  • Kia Carnival

    Kia Carnival

    8

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz, Avis

    Kia Cerato

    Kia Cerato

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Budget

  • Kia Sportage

    Kia Sportage

    5

    5

    4 small

    Providers

    Avis, Budget, Europcar, Thrifty, Hertz

    Kia Stonic

    Kia Stonic

    5

    5

    1 small

    Providers

    Budget

Mazda vehicles for hire in Canberra

  • Mazda CX-3

    Mazda CX-3

    5

    5

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Hertz

    Mazda CX-30

    Mazda CX-30

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

  • 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

MG vehicles for hire in Canberra

  • Mg 3 Core

    Mg 3 Core

    5

    4

    2 small

    Providers

    Europcar

    Mg Zs Excite

    Mg Zs Excite

    5

    4

    2 small

    Providers

    Europcar

Mitsubishi vehicles for hire in Canberra

  • Mitsubishi Pajero Sport GLX

    Mitsubishi Pajero Sport GLX

    5

    5

    3 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

Nissan vehicles for hire in Canberra

  • Nissan Juke

    Nissan Juke

    5

    4

    3 small

    Providers

    Europcar

Polestar vehicles for hire in Canberra

  • Polestar 2

    Polestar 2Electric

    5

    4

    2 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Hertz

Skoda vehicles for hire in Canberra

  • Skoda Scala

    Skoda Scala

    5

    4

    3 small

    Providers

    Europcar

Subaru vehicles for hire in Canberra

  • Subaru Forester

    Subaru Forester

    5

    4

    3 small

    Providers

    Europcar

Suzuki vehicles for hire in Canberra

  • Suzuki Swift

    Suzuki Swift

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Avis, Budget, Thrifty, Hertz

Tesla vehicles for hire in Canberra

  • Tesla Model Y Electric

    Tesla Model Y ElectricElectric

    5

    4

    3 small

    Providers

    Avis

Toyota vehicles for hire in Canberra

  • Toyota C-HR

    Toyota C-HR

    5

    5

    3 small

    Providers

    Avis

    Toyota Camry

    Toyota Camry

    5

    4

    2 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Hertz, Avis, Budget

  • Toyota Camry Hybrid

    Toyota Camry HybridHybrid

    5

    4

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Hertz

    Toyota Corolla

    Toyota Corolla

    5

    4

    3 small

    Providers

    Avis, Hertz

  • Toyota Corolla Hatch

    Toyota Corolla Hatch

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Avis

    Toyota Hilux UTE 2WD

    Toyota Hilux UTE 2WD

    2

    2

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

  • Toyota Hilux XCab UTE

    Toyota Hilux XCab UTE

    2

    2

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

    Toyota Kluger

    Toyota Kluger

    5

    5

    4 small

    Providers

    Avis, Budget

  • 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

    7

    5

    4 small

    Providers

    Avis, Budget

Other vehicles for hire in Canberra

  • 19-22 Cubic Metre Van with Lift

    19-22 Cubic Metre Van with Lift

    3

    2

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

    2WD Single Cab Diesel Tray

    2WD Single Cab Diesel Tray

    2

    2

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

  • 6 Cubic Metre Van

    6 Cubic Metre Van

    2

    4

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

    Cupra Ateca Vzx

    Cupra Ateca Vzx

    5

    5

    1 small

    Providers

    Europcar

  • Cupra Formentor

    Cupra Formentor

    5

    4

    3 small

    Providers

    Europcar

    Dual Cab 4WD

    Dual Cab 4WD

    5

    4

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

  • Mystery Car

    Mystery Car

    5

    4

    1 small

    Providers

    Europcar, Budget

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Rates are in AUD and were last updated on 13 December, 2024

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Local expert tips for hiring a car in Canberra

  • Watch your speed

    The speed limit in Canberra is 50km/hr unless signposted otherwise and is enforced by speed cameras and average speed cameras.

  • Roundabouts

    Canberra is known for its roundabouts and their role in helping traffic flow smoothly. You can generally drive from one side of Canberra to the other in around half an hour.

  • Parking

    There’s plenty of parking in Canberra’s CBD and the Parliamentary Triangle. You should expect to pay up to AUD$20 per day for parking.

  • Flexible one-way car rentals

    Planning to get a one-way car rental for an interstate trip? You can book a hire car in Canberra 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.

  • Simplify hiring a car

    Make hiring a car simple and stress-free with these helpful articles. Get up to speed on topics from SIPP codes and toll fees to age restrictions, licence requirements, and more - learn more about hiring a car.

  • Save on fuel cost

    It’s important to return your hire car with a full tank of fuel to avoid extra fees. With so many service stations in Canberra, it can be hard to know where to find the best deal on petrol. Luckily, we’ve got you covered with our free fuel price comparison app.

Car rental depots in Canberra

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

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

    Shop 5-51/53 Mort St, Braddon ACT, 2612

    Today •8:00 AM - 5:30 PM

    monday

    8:00 AM - 5:30 PM

    tuesday

    8:00 AM - 5:30 PM

    wednesday

    8:00 AM - 5:30 PM

    thursday

    8:00 AM - 5:30 PM

    friday

    8:00 AM - 5:30 PM

    saturday

    8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    sunday

    Closed

    4.70 • 2 ratings

    5

    Service

    5

    Information

    5

    Accessibility

    5

    Vehicle

    5

    Presentation

  • Budget Canberra

    Shop 5-51/53 Mort St, Braddon ACT, 2612

    Today •8:00 AM - 5:30 PM

    monday

    8:00 AM - 5:30 PM

    tuesday

    8:00 AM - 5:30 PM

    wednesday

    8:00 AM - 5:30 PM

    thursday

    8:00 AM - 5:30 PM

    friday

    8:00 AM - 5:30 PM

    saturday

    8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    sunday

    Closed

    4.85 • 8 ratings

    5

    Service

    5

    Information

    5

    Accessibility

    5

    Vehicle

    5

    Presentation

  • Europcar Canberra City - Mitchell

    5/26 Essington Street, Canberra ACT, 2911

    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 - 12:00 PM

    sunday

    Closed

  • Hertz Mitchell Downtown

    8 Kemble Court, Mitchell NSW, 2911

    Today •7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

    monday

    7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

    tuesday

    7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

    wednesday

    7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

    thursday

    7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

    friday

    7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

    saturday

    7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

    sunday

    7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

    5.00 • 1 rating

    5

    Service

    5

    Information

    5

    Accessibility

    5

    Vehicle

    5

    Presentation

  • Sixt Canberra City

    33 Mort St, Braddon ACT, 2612

    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 - 12:00 PM

    sunday

    8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    4.28 • 8 ratings

    4

    Service

    4

    Information

    4

    Accessibility

    4

    Vehicle

    4

    Presentation

  • Thrifty Mitchell

    8 Kemble Court, Mitchell ACT, 2911

    Today •7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

    monday

    7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

    tuesday

    7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

    wednesday

    7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

    thursday

    7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

    friday

    7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

    saturday

    7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

    sunday

    7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

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Hire car locations in Canberra

Whether you’re a local after a short rental, or a visitor chasing value for money, have a look at picking up at one of our many locations across Canberra. With depots from the city to the suburbs, there’s sure to be a location that suits your needs.

Frequently asked questions

On hiring a car in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory

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

    Prices start at AUD $56 per day for a Compact Car, up to AUD $138 per day for a Fullsize SUV. Get a live rate for your planned dates and desired vehicle in Canberra.

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

    If you prefer to plug your car in rather than fill it up, an Electric Car costs between AUD $110 and AUD $138 per day. Enter your car hire dates and find a live rate for your desired Electric Car in Canberra.

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

    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 $129 per day. Check for a live rate by entering your desired car hire dates in Canberra.

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

    The highest-rated rental car in Canberra is Toyota Camry or similar, based on ratings by our customers within the last 12 months.

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

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

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

    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 Canberra 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.

  • Is it easy to navigate around Canberra in a hire car?

    Being a smaller city it is easy to find your way around Canberra in a rental car, however, there are a lot of roundabouts. Be sure you are confident with the roundabout rules and we would suggest using a navigation system to assist with directions. There are traffic signs that clearly state the speed limit on each road as this differs.

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