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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 park land, 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.

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From $55/day

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From $57/day

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From $65/day

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From $65/day

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From $71/day

for 30 Jul - 04 Aug 2024

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Rental rate prices displayed are AUD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on July 27, 2024 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 27 July, 2024

Quick facts on hiring a car in Canberra

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

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  • 03 May 2024

    It's quick and easy.

    anasiu p.
    Booked: Mazda CX-30 or similar
    Mitchell
    Mazda CX-30 or similar
  • 02 Apr 2024

    quick and easy

    karlee n.
    Booked: Mystery Car Vehicle Determined At Checkout or similar
    Canberra
    Mystery Car Vehicle Determined At Checkout or similar
  • 27 Mar 2024

    Easy to review options and make booking.

    ashdin t.
    Booked: Toyota Corolla Hatch or similar
    Canberra Downtown
    Toyota Corolla Hatch or similar
  • 01 Jul 2024

    Easy and good value

    cecil l.
    Booked: Hyundai Kona or similar
    Kangaroo Island Airport
    Hyundai Kona or similar
  • 17 Jul 2024

    easy

    daniel c.
    Booked: MG HS VIBE or similar
    Gold Coast Airport
    MG HS VIBE or similar
  • 27 Jun 2024

    Very easy to use. Thank you

    cherie n.
    Booked: Suzuki Swift, Hyundai Accent, Kia Rio or Toyota Yaris or similar
    Brisbane Airport
    Suzuki Swift, Hyundai Accent, Kia Rio or Toyota Yaris or similar
  • 20 May 2024

    Quick and easy way to find the best deal

    karen s.
    Booked: Mg 3 Core or similar
    Townsville City
    Mg 3 Core or similar
  • 26 Jun 2024

    Simple to follow booking instructions

    suzanne m.
    Booked: Hyundai i30 or similar
    Yass
    Hyundai i30 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

    15%

    $76
    $144
    Mazda CX-30

    Mazda CX-30Compact SUV

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Rent with

    Thrifty, Hertz

  • 2

    10%

    $50
    $205
    Kia Cerato

    Kia CeratoIntermediate Car

    5

    5

    2 small

    Rent with

    Budget

  • 3

    10%

    $48
    $89
    Mystery Car

    Mystery CarSpecial

    4

    4

    Rent with

    Budget, Europcar

  • 4

    8%

    $56
    $259
    Kia Sportage

    Kia SportageIntermediate SUV

    5

    5

    4 small

    Rent with

    Avis, Thrifty

  • 5

    8%

    $92
    $99
    6 Cubic Metre Van

    6 Cubic Metre VanCompact Commercial Van/Truck

    2

    4

    Rent with

    Thrifty

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 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 Kona

    Hyundai Kona

    5

    5

    1 small

    Providers

    Budget

Kia vehicles for hire in Canberra

  • Kia Carnival

    Kia Carnival

    8

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz, Avis, Budget

    Kia Cerato

    Kia Cerato

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Budget

  • Kia Ev6

    Kia Ev6Electric

    5

    4

    3 small

    Providers

    Europcar

    Kia Sportage

    Kia Sportage

    5

    5

    4 small

    Providers

    Avis, Thrifty, Hertz

Mazda vehicles for hire in Canberra

  • 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

  • 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 Hs Vibe

    Mg Hs Vibe

    5

    4

    4 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

    Nissan X-Trail

    Nissan X-Trail

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Budget

  • Nissan Xtrail

    Nissan Xtrail

    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

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

    Tesla Model YElectric

    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

    4 small

    Providers

    Avis, Budget

  • Toyota Corolla

    Toyota Corolla

    5

    4

    3 small

    Providers

    Avis, Budget, 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 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

    4

    4

    Providers

    Budget, Europcar

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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 27 July, 2024

Canberra daily rate data

Price range over the past 12 months for a small car

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

27 Jul

$73

$75

Sun

28 Jul

$73

$75

Mon

29 Jul

$73

$116

Tue

30 Jul

$65

$116

Wed

31 Jul

$73

$114

Thu

01 Aug

$55

$73

Fri

02 Aug

$56

$75

Price range over the past 12 months for a medium car

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

27 Jul

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

Sun

28 Jul

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

Mon

29 Jul

$117

$120

Tue

30 Jul

$117

$120

Wed

31 Jul

$115

$117

Thu

01 Aug

$57

$58

Fri

02 Aug

$58

$59

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

27 Jul

$96

$101

Sun

28 Jul

$96

$101

Mon

29 Jul

$96

$152

Tue

30 Jul

$96

$145

Wed

31 Jul

$96

$141

Thu

01 Aug

$96

$106

Fri

02 Aug

$79

$101

Price range over the past 12 months for a small SUV

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

27 Jul

$89

$98

Sun

28 Jul

$89

$98

Mon

29 Jul

$89

$155

Tue

30 Jul

$78

$141

Wed

31 Jul

$89

$144

Thu

01 Aug

$66

$103

Fri

02 Aug

$65

$98

Price range over the past 12 months for a medium SUV

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

27 Jul

$84

$129

Sun

28 Jul

$107

$129

Mon

29 Jul

$100

$165

Tue

30 Jul

$100

$155

Wed

31 Jul

$100

$151

Thu

01 Aug

$72

$133

Fri

02 Aug

$72

$129

Price range over the past 12 months for a large SUV

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

27 Jul

$132

$138

Sun

28 Jul

$132

$138

Mon

29 Jul

$132

$196

Tue

30 Jul

$101

$200

Wed

31 Jul

$132

$192

Thu

01 Aug

$85

$139

Fri

02 Aug

$90

$138

Price range over the past 12 months for a luxury SUV

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

27 Jul

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

Sun

28 Jul

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

Mon

29 Jul

$205

$209

Tue

30 Jul

$208

$212

Wed

31 Jul

$200

$204

Thu

01 Aug

$94

$96

Fri

02 Aug

$109

$110

Price range over the past 12 months for a large passenger van

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

27 Jul

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

Sun

28 Jul

$132

$136

Mon

29 Jul

$132

$136

Tue

30 Jul

$129

$136

Wed

31 Jul

$132

$136

Thu

01 Aug

$129

$274

Fri

02 Aug

$132

$219

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

27 Jul

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

Sun

28 Jul

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

Mon

29 Jul

$181

$181

Tue

30 Jul

$171

$171

Wed

31 Jul

$167

$167

Thu

01 Aug

$90

$90

Fri

02 Aug

$90

$90

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

27 Jul

$138

$138

Sun

28 Jul

$138

$138

Mon

29 Jul

$138

$138

Tue

30 Jul

$138

$145

Wed

31 Jul

$138

$138

Thu

01 Aug

$138

$145

Fri

02 Aug

$138

$138

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

27 Jul

$84

$86

Sun

28 Jul

$84

$86

Mon

29 Jul

$84

$86

Tue

30 Jul

$71

$86

Wed

31 Jul

$84

$86

Thu

01 Aug

$71

$86

Fri

02 Aug

$84

$86

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

27 Jul

$130

$134

Sun

28 Jul

$130

$134

Mon

29 Jul

$130

$134

Tue

30 Jul

$126

$134

Wed

31 Jul

$130

$134

Thu

01 Aug

$126

$134

Fri

02 Aug

$130

$134

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

27 Jul

$110

$110

Sun

28 Jul

$110

$110

Mon

29 Jul

$110

$110

Tue

30 Jul

$110

$110

Wed

31 Jul

$110

$110

Thu

01 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

Fri

02 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

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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 27 July, 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 in 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 - 12:00 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 - 12:00 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

    4.83 • 6 ratings

    5

    Service

    5

    Information

    5

    Accessibility

    5

    Vehicle

    5

    Presentation

  • Europcar Canberra City

    Novotel Hotel - 65 Northbourne Ave, Canberra ACT, 2600

    Today •8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    monday

    8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

    tuesday

    8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

    wednesday

    8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

    thursday

    8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

    friday

    8:30 AM - 4:30 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 - 12:00 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

    5.00 • 1 rating

    5

    Service

    5

    Information

    5

    Accessibility

    5

    Vehicle

    5

    Presentation

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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 $55 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 $90 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?

    Thrifty and Hertz are the highest-rated car hire providers 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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