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  • Hertz
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  • Thrifty

Car rental rates in Hervey Bay

The coastal town of Hervey Bay is the gateway to K’gari (previously Fraser Island) and home to the historic Urangan Pier. Located around an hour and a half south of Bundaberg and two and a half hours north of the Sunshine Coast, Hervey Bay is considered one of the best places in Australia to see whales, enjoy seaside cafes, beach swims, and more.


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  • ThriftyEconomy Car
    Economy Car

    From $76/day

    for 16 May - 19 May 2025
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  • ThriftyCompact Car
    Compact Car

    From $77/day

    for 18 May - 23 May 2025
    View offer
  • HertzIntermediate Pick up (single/extended cab)
    Intermediate Pick up (single/extended cab)

    From $80/day

    for 18 May - 23 May 2025
    View offer
  • HertzSpecial
    Special

    From $80/day

    for 16 May - 19 May 2025
    View offer
  • SixtIntermediate SUV
    Intermediate SUV

    From $81/day

    for 16 May - 19 May 2025
    View offer
  • HertzEconomy SUV
    Economy SUV

    From $82/day

    for 16 May - 19 May 2025
    View offer

Showing 6 of 19 offers

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Rental rate prices displayed are AUD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on May 15, 2025 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 15 May, 2025

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(40 reviews)
  • 07 Apr 2025

    Easy

    glen c.
    Booked: Toyota Corolla or similar
    Hervey Bay Downtown
    Toyota Corolla or similar
  • 08 Feb 2025

    Easy

    lisa m.
    Booked: Mg 3 Core or similar
    Hervey Bay City
    Mg 3 Core or similar
  • 28 Jan 2025

    Good deal and easy to book the rental car

    shuk yin shirley w.
    Booked: Kia Sportage or similar
    Perth Airport
    Kia Sportage or similar
  • 09 Feb 2025

    Great site. Easy to book, no payment required upfront. I have used this site for years to book my hire cars. Thank you

    susan j.
    Booked: Mazda CX-30 or similar
    Brisbane Airport
    Mazda CX-30 or similar
  • 06 Feb 2025

    Easy process

    bernard a.
    Booked: Hyundai i30 or similar
    Brisbane Airport
    Hyundai i30 or similar
  • 08 Feb 2025

    Easy, fast, efficient

    robert w l.
    Booked: Mitsubishi Outlander 2w.d. or similar
    Mascot / Sydney Airport
    Mitsubishi Outlander 2w.d. or similar
  • 04 Feb 2025

    Awesome, easy, great way to compare and book cars.

    peter a.
    Booked: Luxury Compact SUV
    Hobart Airport
    Luxury Compact SUV
  • 08 Feb 2025

    Easy

    lisa m.
    Booked: Mg 3 Core or similar
    Hervey Bay City
    Mg 3 Core or similar
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Quick facts on hiring a car in Hervey Bay

🚗 Vehicle typesCar, Commercial Van/Truck, Crossover, Passenger Van, Pick up (double cab), Pick up (single/extended cab), SUV and Wagon/Estate.
🔑 No. of depotsSix car rental depots in Hervey Bay.
✅ Rental brandsAvis, Budget, Europcar, Hertz, Sixt and Thrifty.

Car models commonly available in Hervey Bay

Popular rental car models in Hervey Bay last month

  • % of Bookings
    Price range last month
  • 1

    20%

    $78
    $78
    Kia Cerato

    Kia CeratoIntermediate Car

    5

    4

    2 small

    Rent with

    Europcar

  • 2

    20%

    $100
    $100
    Ford Everest Trend

    Ford Everest TrendFullsize SUV

    5

    4

    4 small

    Rent with

    Europcar

  • 3

    20%

    $81
    $81
    Mg 3 Core

    Mg 3 CoreCompact Car

    5

    4

    2 small

    Rent with

    Europcar

  • 4

    20%

    $62
    $62
    Toyota Corolla

    Toyota CorollaCompact Car

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Rent with

    Hertz

  • 5

    20%

    $77
    $77
    Mystery Car

    Mystery CarSpecial Special Offer Car

    5

    4

    1 small

    Rent with

    Europcar

BYD vehicles for hire in Hervey Bay

  • BYD Atto 3

    BYD Atto 3Electric

    5

    5

    1 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Sixt

Ford vehicles for hire in Hervey Bay

  • Ford Everest Trend

    Ford Everest Trend

    5

    4

    4 small

    Providers

    Europcar

Hyundai vehicles for hire in Hervey Bay

  • 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 Hervey Bay

  • Kia Carnival

    Kia Carnival

    8

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz, Sixt

    Kia Carnival- Wheelchair Access

    Kia Carnival- Wheelchair Access

    5

    2

    2 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Hertz

  • Kia Cerato

    Kia Cerato

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Budget, Europcar

    Kia Sportage

    Kia Sportage

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Budget, Europcar, Thrifty, Hertz, Avis

  • Kia Stonic

    Kia Stonic

    5

    5

    1 small

    Providers

    Budget

Mazda vehicles for hire in Hervey Bay

  • 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 CX3

    Mazda CX3

    5

    5

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Sixt

  • Mazda CX5

    Mazda CX5

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

MG vehicles for hire in Hervey Bay

  • Mg 3 Core

    Mg 3 Core

    5

    4

    2 small

    Providers

    Europcar

    Mg Zs Excite

    Mg Zs Excite

    5

    4

    2 small

    Providers

    Europcar

Mitsubishi vehicles for hire in Hervey Bay

  • Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

    Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Sixt

    Mitsubishi Pajero

    Mitsubishi Pajero

    5

    5

    3 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Budget

Subaru vehicles for hire in Hervey Bay

  • Subaru Crosstrek

    Subaru Crosstrek

    5

    5

    1 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Sixt

    Subaru Outback

    Subaru Outback

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Sixt

Suzuki vehicles for hire in Hervey Bay

  • Suzuki Swift

    Suzuki Swift

    5

    5

    1 small

    Providers

    Budget, Thrifty, Hertz, Avis

Toyota vehicles for hire in Hervey Bay

  • 12 Seat Toyota HiAce

    12 Seat Toyota HiAce

    12

    4

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

    Toyota Camry

    Toyota Camry

    5

    4

    2 small

    Providers

    Budget, Hertz, Avis

  • 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, Thrifty, Avis

  • Toyota Corolla Hatch

    Toyota Corolla Hatch

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Avis

    Toyota Corolla Hatch Hybrid

    Toyota Corolla Hatch HybridHybrid

    5

    5

    1 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Sixt

  • Toyota Corolla Hybrid

    Toyota Corolla HybridHybrid

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

    Toyota Kluger

    Toyota Kluger

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Budget

  • Toyota Kluger Hybrid

    Toyota Kluger HybridHybrid

    7

    4

    3 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

    Toyota Landcruiser Prado

    Toyota Landcruiser Prado

    7

    4

    3 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

  • Toyota Prado

    Toyota Prado

    5

    5

    4 small

    Providers

    Avis

    Toyota RAV4

    Toyota RAV4

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Sixt

  • Toyota RAV4 Hybrid

    Toyota RAV4 HybridHybrid

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz, Sixt

    Toyota Yaris Cross Hybrid

    Toyota Yaris Cross HybridHybrid

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Sixt

Other vehicles for hire in Hervey Bay

  • 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

    Hertz

  • 6 Cubic Metre Van

    6 Cubic Metre Van

    2

    4

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

    Dual Cab 4WD

    Dual Cab 4WD

    5

    4

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

  • Holden Sv6 Wagon

    Holden Sv6 Wagon

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Avis

    Mine Equip 4WD Dual Cab

    Mine Equip 4WD Dual Cab

    5

    4

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

  • Mystery Car

    Mystery Car

    5

    4

    1 small

    Providers

    Europcar, Hertz

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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 15 May, 2025

Hervey Bay daily rate data

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

15 May

$76

$85

Fri

16 May

$76

$88

Sat

17 May

$77

$88

Sun

18 May

$77

$85

Mon

19 May

$77

$88

Tue

20 May

$77

$85

Wed

21 May

$76

$88

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

15 May

$87

$87

Fri

16 May

$87

$92

Sat

17 May

$87

$92

Sun

18 May

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

19 May

$87

$92

Tue

20 May

$87

$87

Wed

21 May

$87

$92

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

15 May

$89

$123

Fri

16 May

$89

$123

Sat

17 May

$89

$123

Sun

18 May

$91

$102

Mon

19 May

$89

$123

Tue

20 May

$89

$123

Wed

21 May

$89

$123

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

15 May

$82

$99

Fri

16 May

$82

$99

Sat

17 May

$82

$99

Sun

18 May

$82

$85

Mon

19 May

$82

$99

Tue

20 May

$82

$99

Wed

21 May

$82

$99

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

15 May

$88

$107

Fri

16 May

$86

$135

Sat

17 May

$86

$135

Sun

18 May

$88

$101

Mon

19 May

$86

$135

Tue

20 May

$86

$107

Wed

21 May

$86

$135

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

15 May

$147

$147

Fri

16 May

$147

$147

Sat

17 May

$112

$147

Sun

18 May

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

19 May

$109

$147

Tue

20 May

$108

$147

Wed

21 May

$109

$147

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

15 May

$159

$184

Fri

16 May

$159

$184

Sat

17 May

$159

$184

Sun

18 May

$148

$165

Mon

19 May

$159

$184

Tue

20 May

$148

$184

Wed

21 May

$159

$184

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

15 May

$83

$83

Fri

16 May

$81

$81

Sat

17 May

$81

$81

Sun

18 May

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

19 May

$83

$83

Tue

20 May

$84

$85

Wed

21 May

$85

$85

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

15 May

$138

$138

Fri

16 May

$138

$138

Sat

17 May

$127

$134

Sun

18 May

$117

$134

Mon

19 May

$127

$134

Tue

20 May

$111

$134

Wed

21 May

$122

$134

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

15 May

$171

$177

Fri

16 May

$171

$177

Sat

17 May

$171

$177

Sun

18 May

$165

$177

Mon

19 May

$171

$177

Tue

20 May

$165

$177

Wed

21 May

$171

$177

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

15 May

$82

$82

Fri

16 May

$82

$82

Sat

17 May

$82

$82

Sun

18 May

$80

$82

Mon

19 May

$82

$82

Tue

20 May

$80

$82

Wed

21 May

$82

$82

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

15 May

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

16 May

$97

$103

Sat

17 May

$97

$103

Sun

18 May

$85

$103

Mon

19 May

$97

$103

Tue

20 May

$85

$103

Wed

21 May

$97

$103

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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 15 May, 2025

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Car rental depots in Hervey Bay

Car hire depots in Hervey Bay are marked on the map below.

Opening hours are provided by the depots and are subject to change.
  • Avis Hervey Bay Downtown

    20 Southern Cross Circuit, Urangan CO, 4655

    Today •8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    monday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    tuesday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    wednesday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    thursday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    friday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    saturday

    9:00 AM - 3:30 PM

    sunday

    Closed

    3.67 • 3 ratings

    4

    Service

    4

    Information

    4

    Accessibility

    4

    Vehicle

    4

    Presentation

  • Budget Hervey Bay Downtown

    2 Kruger Court, Hervey Bay Qld QLD, 4655

    Today •8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    monday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    tuesday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    wednesday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    thursday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    friday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    saturday

    8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    sunday

    Closed

  • Europcar Hervey Bay City

    1541 Booral Road, Urangan QLD, 4655

    Today •8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    monday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    tuesday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    wednesday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    thursday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    friday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    saturday

    8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    sunday

    9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

    4.80 • 1 rating

    5

    Service

    5

    Information

    5

    Accessibility

    5

    Vehicle

    4

    Presentation

  • Hertz Hervey Bay Downtown

    3 Kruger Crt, Urangan QLD, 4655

    Today •8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    monday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    tuesday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    wednesday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    thursday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    friday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    saturday

    8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    sunday

    9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

    1.40 • 1 rating

    2

    Service

    1

    Information

    1

    Accessibility

    1

    Vehicle

    2

    Presentation

  • Sixt Hervey Bay

    41 Main Street, Pialba QLD, 4655

    Today •7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

    monday

    7:30 AM - 4:30 PM

    tuesday

    7:30 AM - 4:30 PM

    wednesday

    7:30 AM - 4:30 PM

    thursday

    7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

    friday

    7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

    saturday

    7:30 AM - 11:30 AM

    sunday

    Closed

    5.00 • 3 ratings

    5

    Service

    5

    Information

    5

    Accessibility

    5

    Vehicle

    5

    Presentation

  • Thrifty Hervey Bay Downtown

    3 Kruger Crt, Urangan QLD, 4655

    Today •8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    monday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    tuesday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    wednesday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    thursday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    friday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    saturday

    8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    sunday

    9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

    4.20 • 1 rating

    4

    Service

    4

    Information

    5

    Accessibility

    5

    Vehicle

    3

    Presentation

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Frequently asked questions

On hiring a car in Hervey Bay, Queensland

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Hervey Bay?

    Prices start at AUD $76 per day for an Economy Car, up to AUD $184 per day for a Premium SUV. Get a live rate for your planned dates and desired vehicle in Hervey Bay.

  • How much does it cost to hire an Electric Car in Hervey Bay?

    If you prefer to plug your car in rather than fill it up, an Electric Car costs AUD $81 per day. Enter your car hire dates and find a live rate for your desired Electric Car in Hervey Bay.

  • How much does it cost to hire a Minivan or People Mover in Hervey Bay?

    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 between AUD $111 and AUD $175 per day. Check for a live rate by entering your desired car hire dates in Hervey Bay.

  • What is the highest-rated hire car in Hervey Bay?

    The highest-rated rental car in Hervey Bay is Kia Rio or similar, based on ratings by our customers within the last 12 months.

  • What is the highest-rated car hire provider in Hervey Bay?

    Sixt is the highest-rated car hire provider in Hervey Bay, based on ratings by our customers.

  • Is it cheaper to book a weekly car rental in Hervey Bay?

    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 Hervey Bay 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.

  • Can I pick up a car hire in Hervey Bay and drop off in another location?

    Yes. Although there may be a one-way fee charged to your booking.

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