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Car rental rates at Coober Pedy, South Australia

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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    • 22 Apr 2026

      Easy and clear

      vince b.
      Booked: Suzuki Swift or similar
      Newcastle Airport
      Suzuki Swift or similar
    • 21 Jul 2026

      Fast and easy very clear information

      anamaria b.
      Booked: Kia Carnival or similar
      Brisbane Airport
      Kia Carnival or similar
    • 27 Jul 2026

      Easy

      brian w.
      Booked: Mystery Vehicle or similar
      Sydney Mascot
      Mystery Vehicle or similar
    • 14 Jul 2026

      easy to do

      shelley b.
      Booked: Toyota Corolla or similar
      Melbourne Airport
      Toyota Corolla or similar
    • 24 Jul 2026

      Clear and easy:-)

      allen g.
      Booked: Toyota Corolla or similar
      Brisbane Airport
      Toyota Corolla or similar
    • 01 Aug 2026

      Very easy to book.

      dale k.
      Booked: Suzuki Swift or similar
      Brisbane Airport
      Suzuki Swift or similar
    • 01 Jul 2026

      Very easy

      steven m.
      Booked: Toyota Kluger or similar
      Adelaide Downtown
      Toyota Kluger or similar
    • 17 Jul 2026

      Fast and easy

      debbie m.
      Booked: Compact Automatic
      Adelaide Airport
      Compact Automatic
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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 Downtown

      Budget Coober Pedy Downtown

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

      Via Coober Pedy Airport, 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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