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Located in the northern reaches of South Australia, Coober Pedy took its name from the local Aboriginal term kupa-piti which means “whitemans hole.” Also known as the “opal capital of the world” thanks to its huge opal deposits, Coober Pedy has a rich Aboriginal history and history enthusiasts should enjoy their stay here. Served by Coober Pedy Airport (CPD), the town is around a 850 kilometre drive to the north of Adelaide.


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    • 31 Jan 2026

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      Booked: Toyota Corolla or similar
      Adelaide Downtown
      Toyota Corolla or similar
    • 30 Apr 2026

      So far so good.

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      Booked: Toyota Corolla or similar
      Melbourne Airport
      Toyota Corolla or similar
    • 11 Apr 2026

      EASY TO USE

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      Booked: Mazda Cx3 or similar
      Gold Coast Coolangatta Airport
      Mazda Cx3 or similar
    • 30 Apr 2026

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      Melbourne Airport
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      Brisbane Airport
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      Sydney Airport
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      Townsville Airport
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    Quick facts on hiring a car at Coober Pedy

    🔑 No. of depotsTwo car rental depots in Coober Pedy.
    ✅ Rental brandsAvis and Budget.

    Car rental depots in Coober Pedy

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    • Avis Coober Pedy Downtown

      Avis Coober Pedy Downtown

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      No reviewsMon–Sun 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM

      Via Coober Pedy Airport, South Australia

    • Budget Coober Pedy

      Budget Coober Pedy

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      No reviewsMon–Fri 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM, Sat–Sun Closed

      Via Coober Pedy Airport (Remote), South Australia

    Frequently asked questions

    On hiring a car at Coober Pedy

    • Why are there no hire cars in Coober Pedy at certain times of the year?

      Our data shows that Coober Pedy, along with other isolated cities in Australia, book out of rental cars during peak seasons (i.e., school holidays and major town events) because of the limited amount of rental cars available by providers in the area. We recommend always booking well in advance for this location.

    • Is it cheaper to book a weekly car rental at Coober Pedy?

      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 at Coober Pedy 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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