Car hire in Geelong — 6 brands for the Great Ocean Road and Bellarine
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Cheapest rate today, by vehicle class in Geelong
Geelong is a bayside city to the southwest of Melbourne and also the gateway to the Great Ocean Road. While you’re in Geelong, be sure to explore the art deco boardwalk, sea baths and its colourful waterfront sculptures. If your journey takes you to or through Melbourne, check out our Melbourne car rental tips for driving guidance.
Economy Car
Toyota Yaris or similar
View offerTravel 22 Sep - 25 Sep 2026
from AUD $68/day
Compact Car
Kia Rio or similar
View offerTravel 22 Sep - 25 Sep 2026
from AUD $70/day
Compact SUV
Nissan Juke or similar
View offerTravel 22 Sep - 25 Sep 2026
from AUD $73/day
Intermediate Car
Toyota Corolla Hatch or similar
View offerTravel 22 Sep - 25 Sep 2026
from AUD $71/day
Intermediate SUV
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross or similar
View offerTravel 22 Sep - 25 Sep 2026
from AUD $73/day
Fullsize Passenger Van
Hyundai Staria or similar
View offerTravel 22 Sep - 25 Sep 2026
from AUD $135/day
Rental rate prices displayed are AUD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on September 15, 2026 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.
All rates are in AUD, include mandatory fees, and were last updated on 15 September, 2026. Use the search tool for a live quote.
Geelong price guide
Summary
- The typical hire is three days: 60.8% of rentals run three days or less and three-quarters finish inside six
- Quick maths: an intermediate car at $58.97/day will cost $176.91 for a three-day hire
- The cheapest isn’t always the most popular: intermediate cars (13.4%) and compact cars (11.3%) cover a notable share of bookings while economy cars are just 7.2%.
Daily rates by vehicle type
| Vehicle type | 12-month range Calculated using the middle 90% of daily rates over 2025 to show typical seasonal variation. | This week vs typical Compared against the 7-day rolling median rate for this vehicle category. Individual booking dates, pickup locations, and provider availability will alter final pricing. |
|---|---|---|
| CARS | ||
Economy car | 12-month range $48 - $86/dayCalculated using the middle 90% of daily rates over 2025 to show typical seasonal variation. | This week Compared against the 7-day rolling median rate for this vehicle category. Individual booking dates, pickup locations, and provider availability will alter final pricing. $48 · annual low |
Compact car | 12-month range $49 - $264/day | This week $49 · average for September |
Intermediate carMost booked | 12-month range $52 - $317/day | This week $59 · near cheapest |
Standard car | 12-month range $66 - $317/day | This week $73 · near cheapest |
Fullsize car | 12-month range $69 - $324/day | This week $72 · near cheapest |
| SUVS | ||
Compact SUV | 12-month range $55 - $302/day | This week $61 · below average |
Intermediate SUV | 12-month range $59 - $390/day | This week $62 · below average |
Standard SUV | 12-month range $63 - $377/day | This week $64 · average for September |
Fullsize SUV | 12-month range $98 - $527/day | This week $104 · average for September |
| PEOPLE MOVERS | ||
People mover | 12-month range $134 - $304/day | This week $134 · average for September |
Cheapest provider this week
Only on VroomVroomVroom| Provider | Cheapest this week | Renter ratings | Compare prices |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sixt | $47/day | 4.8 (7) | Check prices → |
| Europcar | $50/day | 3.6 (1) | Check prices → |
| Avis | $65/day | Unrated | Check prices → |
| Thrifty | $66/day | Unrated | Check prices → |
| Budget | $69/day | 4 (5) | Check prices → |
| Hertz | $72/day | Unrated | Check prices → |
Rates shown are indicative daily estimates based on historical booking data. 12-month ranges represent typical market pricing (excluding extreme top and bottom outliers). Actual prices fluctuate in real time based on availability, lead time, season, and location, and may exclude optional add-ons, local taxes, or young driver fees.
Flying into Avalon Airport?
Avalon Airport (AVV) is about a 25 minute — or 22 kilometre — drive to the north of Geelong on the M1. The airport is served by six rental providers including Budget, Sixt and Thrifty.
Regional airports near Geelong
Car rental depots in Geelong
Four of Geelong’s six rental car providers — Budget, Europcar, Hertz and Thrifty — are clustered close to each other around one kilometre north of central Geelong. Avis is at Belmont about three kilometres to the south, and Sixt is around five kilometres to the north in North Geelong.
Avis Geelong
N/A13-15 Curtis Street
Mon–Fri 09:00–17:00, w/e 09:00–12:00
Budget Geelong
4.0 (5)152 Latrobe Terrace (Next To Flyover) (Metro)
Mon–Fri 07:30–17:30, Sat 07:30–16:00, Sun 08:00–16:00
Europcar Geelong
3.6 (1)48 Mercer Street
Mon–Fri 08:00–17:00, Sat 08:00–12:00, Sun 09:00–13:00
Hertz Geelong Downtown
N/A18a The Esplanade South
Mon–Fri 07:00–17:00, w/e 08:00–12:00
Sixt Geelong
4.8 (7)67 Douro Street
Mon–Fri 08:00–16:30, Sat 08:00–12:00, Sun 08:00–11:00
Thrifty Geelong
N/A18a The Esplanade South
Mon–Fri 07:00–17:00, w/e 08:00–12:00
Local expert tips when renting a car in Geelong
Behind the wheel itself? Our Geelong driving tips cover road rules, parking and local quirks
Toll roads
Melbourne has three toll roads, CityLink, EastLink M3 and West Gate Tunnel, so if you’re planning to drive into Melbourne from Geelong, be sure to check with your rental car provider regarding how they recommend you handle any toll payments.
Start the Great Ocean Road here
Geelong is the practical start of Victoria’s most famous road trip, the Great Ocean Road. Torquay is around 25 km from Geelong, Lorne around 70 km, and Apollo Bay around 115 km.
Pick the right airport
The closest airport to Geelong is Avalon Airport (AVV) which lays around 22 km to the north, while Melbourne Airport (MEL) is close to 90 km north. Avalon Airport is worth considering thanks to its proximity to Geelong, but it sees far fewer flights than Melbourne Airport.
Book in advance
When combined with Victorian school holidays, summer and easter typically see a spike in demand resulting in both a reduction in vehicle availability and a rise in rental rates. It’s a good idea to book further in advance at these times.
Parking
Parking in Geelong is easy with more than 4,700 off-street car parks and over 5,000 on-street parking spots. Parking fees and time limits vary, though typically start at around $3.80 per hour, so be sure to check the parking sign before leaving your vehicle.
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 Geelong, 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.
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Compare commercials →Geelong car hire FAQs
How much does it cost to hire a car in Geelong?
For a rental period from 18 September to 23 September 2026, prices range from AUD $45 per day for an Economy Car to AUD $194 per day for a Fullsize SUV. Enter your planned dates to compare live rental rates for your vehicle in Geelong.
What is the cheapest car rental in Geelong?
The cheapest car rental in Geelong for the rental period from 18 September to 23 September 2026 is a Mystery Car or similar from Sixt costing AUD $43 per day. Enter your travel dates in the search form and compare live rates from Australia’s most respected rental car providers.
What is the best way to rent a cheap car in Geelong?
Booking your hire car in Geelong 28 days beforehand can save you over 15 per cent, based on our own daily rate checks.
How much does it cost to hire a Minivan or People Mover in Geelong?
A minivan hired in Geelong from 16 September to 19 September 2026 costs AUD $134 per day before any added extras. Enter your travel dates and compare live rates for a minivan rental in Geelong.
How much does it cost to hire an Electric Car in Geelong?
The price of an electric rental car hired in Geelong from 20 September to 25 September 2026 ranges from AUD $124 to AUD $135 per day before any added extras. As rates can vary depending on the depot location, please enter your travel dates in the search form to compare live rates, rental car provider options, and depot location.
What is the highest-rated hire car in Geelong?
The highest-rated rental car in Geelong is Kia Stonic or similar, based on ratings by our customers within the last 12 months.
What is the best car rental company in Geelong?
Sixt is our highest-rated car hire provider in Geelong, scoring an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 based on actual bookings by our customers.
What is the cheapest car rental company in Geelong?
Sixt is the cheapest car rental company in Geelong, with rates from AUD $47 per day based on our rolling weekly search data. Enter your travel dates in the search form and compare live rates from Australia’s most respected rental car providers.
Can I drive a hire car on the Great Ocean Road?
Yes, you can drive a rental car on the Great Ocean Road, although the exact Terms and Conditions of your rental will depend on your car hire provider. Generally speaking, driving on unsealed roads (including beaches) is prohibited.
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Cairns Airport
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Adelaide Airport
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EASY
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Perth Airport
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Quick and easy
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Canberra Airport
1/5 · . · Sep 2026
Amended pickup time. The price on booking screen was different from email confirmation that was sent after completing the adjustment
Booked: Passenger Van
5/5 · Dianne A. · May 2026
Swift
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Brisbane Airport
5/5 · Nicolas R. · May 2026
Very easy and clear
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Brisbane Airport
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Great Ocean Road adventure
Spend 48 hours exploring Victoria’s Great Ocean Road on a coastal adventure from Geelong. Stop at Bells Beach and Kennett River, see the Twelve Apostles, Gibson Steps and Loch Ard Gorge, overnight in Port Campbell, then continue to the Arch, Grotto and Bay of Islands before returning to Melbourne.
Road trips from Melbourne
Use Geelong as your starting point for ten rewarding road trips across Victoria. Follow the Great Ocean Road, meet penguins on Phillip Island, explore the Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges, discover Ballarat’s goldfields, or venture to Wilsons Promontory, Lakes Entrance, Mornington Peninsula, Mount Buller, the Grampians and Mount Macedon.
The Otways road trip
Leave Geelong behind for a road trip into the Otways, where rainforest, waterfalls and dramatic coastline surround the Great Ocean Road. Spot wild koalas at Kennett River, relax in Apollo Bay, visit Cape Otway, explore Beech Forest and its treetop attractions, then continue inland towards Colac and Lake Colac.
