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Car rental rates in Canberra

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.

  • BudgetCompact Car
    Compact Car

    From $47/day

    for 13 Sep - 16 Sep 2024
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  • BudgetIntermediate Car
    Intermediate Car

    From $49/day

    for 13 Sep - 16 Sep 2024
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  • BudgetCompact SUV
    Compact SUV

    From $66/day

    for 13 Sep - 16 Sep 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 13 Sep - 18 Sep 2024
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  • HertzEconomy SUV
    Economy SUV

    From $78/day

    for 13 Sep - 18 Sep 2024
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  • BudgetStandard Car
    Standard Car

    From $79/day

    for 13 Sep - 18 Sep 2024
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Rental rate prices displayed are AUD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on September 10, 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 10 September, 2024

Quick facts on hiring a car in Canberra

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

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Our customers have rated their Canberra car rental booking experience 4.8/5
(367 reviews)
  • 05 Sep 2024

    vehicle booking process

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

    Easy and fast

    christopher s.
    Booked: Kia Carnival or similar
    Mitchell
    Kia Carnival or similar
  • 31 Jul 2024

    Good booking process

    jiangmin s.
    Booked: Toyota Camry or similar
    Canberra
    Toyota Camry or similar
  • 14 Aug 2024

    Happy 🙂

    cody j.
    Booked: Hyundai i30 or similar
    Perth Domestic Airport
    Hyundai i30 or similar
  • 19 Aug 2024

    Simple and quick.

    clementine b.
    Booked: Kia Cerato, Hyundai I30 or similar
    Mascot / Sydney Airport
    Kia Cerato, Hyundai I30 or similar
  • 09 Sep 2024

    Very easy.

    marilyn b.
    Booked: Mg 3 Core or similar
    Bundaberg Airport
    Mg 3 Core or similar
  • 28 Aug 2024

    Easy to book

    katrina w.
    Booked: Mg Zs Excite or similar
    Cairns Airport
    Mg Zs Excite or similar
  • 31 Jul 2024

    Good booking process

    jiangmin s.
    Booked: Toyota Camry or similar
    Canberra
    Toyota Camry 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

    16%

    $77
    $322
    Toyota Kluger

    Toyota KlugerFullsize SUV

    5

    5

    2 small

    Rent with

    Budget, Hertz

  • 2

    14%

    $52
    $92
    Suzuki Swift

    Suzuki SwiftEconomy Car

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Rent with

    Thrifty, Budget, Avis

  • 3

    14%

    $41
    $70
    Mystery Car

    Mystery CarSpecial

    4

    4

    Rent with

    Budget

  • 4

    14%

    $54
    $142
    Kia Sportage

    Kia SportageIntermediate SUV

    5

    5

    4 small

    Rent with

    Avis, Budget

  • 5

    12%

    $109
    $428
    Kia Carnival

    Kia CarnivalFullsize Passenger Van

    8

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Rent with

    Thrifty, Budget

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

    4 small

    Providers

    Avis, Thrifty, Hertz

    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, Budget, 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 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 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

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

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz, Avis, Budget

Tesla vehicles for hire in Canberra

  • Tesla Model Y

    Tesla Model YElectric

    5

    4

    3 small

    Providers

    Avis

    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

    2 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Hertz, Avis

  • 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 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 10 September, 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

10 Sep

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

11 Sep

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

12 Sep

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

13 Sep

$47

$49

Sat

14 Sep

$47

$48

Sun

15 Sep

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

16 Sep

$160

$163

Price range over the past 12 months for a medium car

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

10 Sep

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

11 Sep

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

12 Sep

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

13 Sep

$49

$53

Sat

14 Sep

$49

$50

Sun

15 Sep

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

16 Sep

$160

$164

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

10 Sep

$101

$101

Wed

11 Sep

$101

$101

Thu

12 Sep

$101

$101

Fri

13 Sep

$79

$106

Sat

14 Sep

$96

$101

Sun

15 Sep

$101

$106

Mon

16 Sep

$101

$182

Price range over the past 12 months for a small SUV

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

10 Sep

$89

$89

Wed

11 Sep

$89

$89

Thu

12 Sep

$89

$89

Fri

13 Sep

$66

$103

Sat

14 Sep

$66

$98

Sun

15 Sep

$78

$103

Mon

16 Sep

$89

$178

Price range over the past 12 months for a medium SUV

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

10 Sep

$100

$103

Wed

11 Sep

$100

$103

Thu

12 Sep

$100

$103

Fri

13 Sep

$96

$117

Sat

14 Sep

$100

$117

Sun

15 Sep

$100

$116

Mon

16 Sep

$100

$210

Price range over the past 12 months for a large SUV

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

10 Sep

$130

$134

Wed

11 Sep

$130

$138

Thu

12 Sep

$130

$138

Fri

13 Sep

$101

$139

Sat

14 Sep

$132

$138

Sun

15 Sep

$101

$139

Mon

16 Sep

$132

$138

Price range over the past 12 months for a luxury SUV

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

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

10 Sep

$132

$136

Wed

11 Sep

$132

$136

Thu

12 Sep

$132

$136

Fri

13 Sep

$129

$136

Sat

14 Sep

$132

$247

Sun

15 Sep

$129

$136

Mon

16 Sep

$132

$256

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

10 Sep

$84

$128

Wed

11 Sep

$84

$128

Thu

12 Sep

$84

$128

Fri

13 Sep

$71

$128

Sat

14 Sep

$84

$128

Sun

15 Sep

$71

$128

Mon

16 Sep

$84

$128

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

10 Sep

$130

$134

Wed

11 Sep

$130

$134

Thu

12 Sep

$130

$134

Fri

13 Sep

$126

$134

Sat

14 Sep

$130

$134

Sun

15 Sep

$126

$134

Mon

16 Sep

$130

$134

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

10 Sep

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

11 Sep

$110

$110

Thu

12 Sep

$110

$110

Fri

13 Sep

$90

$110

Sat

14 Sep

$110

$110

Sun

15 Sep

$90

$110

Mon

16 Sep

$110

$110

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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 10 September, 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 - 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

    4.83 • 6 ratings

    5

    Service

    5

    Information

    5

    Accessibility

    5

    Vehicle

    5

    Presentation

  • Europcar Canberra City

    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

    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 $47 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 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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