Hobart car hire — explore Tasmania on your own terms
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Cheapest rate today, by vehicle class in Hobart
Browse vehicles from compact cars to spacious SUVs for exploring Tasmania, check live pricing and compare pickup points from the Hobart CBD to Sandy Bay and Hobart Airport. Simply enter your dates and pickup location to see what’s available. Search with no obligation and lock in your rate only when you’re ready to book.
Economy Car
Toyota Hilux or similar
View offerTravel 01 Oct - 04 Oct 2026
from AUD $224/day
Compact Car
Mg 3 Core or similar
View offerTravel 01 Oct - 04 Oct 2026
from AUD $180/day
Compact SUV
Mazda Cx3 or similar
View offerTravel 01 Oct - 04 Oct 2026
from AUD $185/day
Intermediate Car
Kia Cerato or similar
View offerTravel 01 Oct - 04 Oct 2026
from AUD $234/day
Intermediate SUV
Hyundai Kona or similar
View offerTravel 01 Oct - 04 Oct 2026
from AUD $244/day
Fullsize Passenger Van
Kia Carnival Hybrid or similar
View offerTravel 01 Oct - 04 Oct 2026
from AUD $307/day
Rental rate prices displayed are AUD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on September 24, 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 24 September, 2026. Use the search tool for a live quote.
Hobart price guide
Summary
- The typical hire is four days: 46.8% of rentals run three days or less and three-quarters finish inside six
- Quick maths: a compact car at $143.40/day will cost $573.60 for a four-day hire
- The cheapest isn’t always the most popular: compact cars (16.7%) and intermediate cars (14.2%) cover a notable share of bookings while intermediate SUVs are just 9.9%.
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 $42 - $224/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. $143 · above average |
Compact carMost booked | 12-month range $40 - $261/day | This week $143 · above average |
Intermediate car | 12-month range $44 - $419/day | This week $153 · above average |
Standard car | 12-month range $47 - $410/day | This week $191 · above average |
Fullsize car | 12-month range $57 - $353/day | This week $160 · above average |
| SUVS | ||
Compact SUV | 12-month range $50 - $313/day | This week $145 · above average |
Intermediate SUV | 12-month range $56 - $350/day | This week $141 · above average |
Standard SUV | 12-month range $52 - $323/day | This week $142 · above average |
Fullsize SUV | 12-month range $69 - $391/day | This week $259 · above average |
| PEOPLE MOVERS | ||
People mover | 12-month range $74 - $564/day | This week $292 · above average |
Cheapest provider this week
Only on VroomVroomVroom| Provider | Cheapest this week | Renter ratings | Compare prices |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bargain Car Rentals | $69/day | 4.7 (19) | Check prices → |
| Sixt | $84/day | 4.4 (10) | Check prices → |
| Europcar | $141/day | 4.6 (2) | Check prices → |
| Budget | $143/day | 4.6 (21) | Check prices → |
| Avis | $234/day | 4.9 (2) | 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.
When to book a hire car in Hobart
Cheapest month
Aug · $64/day
city pickup
Peak month
Jan · $171/day
widest swing in AU
Off-airport
$78/day
vs $108 on-airport
Book 5+ days in advance
≈4% less
than same-day
Average daily rate through the year
Hobart city pickup · AUD/day · 2025
Summary
- Hobart prices peak in January as the Sydney-Hobart Yacht Race fleet and Taste of Summer festival converge on Hobart's waterfront. Tasmania's long summer break running from late December to early February also attracts holidaymakers and raises rental prices.
- Rates first fall hardest in the first week of May, once every state's autumn holidays close together. Dark Mofo lifts rates through June and July before the prices drop the most in August, once the festival and the winter school holidays have both cleared.
- From the Royal Hobart Show in October through Melbourne Cup and into the summer break, rates climb steadily rather than spiking on any single weekend.
When people book hire cars in Australia versus Hobart
Most people search for their car hire in Hobart within 12 days of their planned rental. Planning ahead is typically rewarded in Hobart as over the last 12 months, booking 5 days ahead averaged a 4 per cent saving versus a same-day booking over the last 12 months.
- Most book 12 days ahead
- Booking 5 days ahead typically saves 4%
Source: VroomVroomVroom car hire price trends: tracking millions of real car hire searches across 2025
Which hire car suits your Hobart trip?
| Best for | Vehicle type | Why | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weekend city break | Economy or compact car (Suzuki Swift, MG Core 3, Toyota Corolla) | Small and easy to park around Salamanca and the CBD’s low-ceiling car parks, and cheap on fuel for short hops to MONA or the waterfront. Ideal for one or two travellers. | |
| Family day-tripper | Mid-size SUV, people mover, or minivan (Mazda CX-5, Ford Everest, Hyundai Staria) | Plenty of room for prams and picnic gear for runs to Bruny Island, Richmond, or Port Arthur. Renting a 5-seater SUV suits smaller families while a 7 or 8-seater people mover works well for larger groups. | |
| Iconic-route / multi-day self-drive tourer | Large SUV or wagon (Toyota RAV4, Audi Q5, Mitsubishi Pajero) | Comfortable for the longer drives to Freycinet, Cradle Mountain, or up to Launceston, with boot space for a week of luggage. As the miles on Tasmania’s iconic routes add up quickly, go for unlimited mileage. | |
| Winter / alpine driver | AWD SUV or 4WD (BMW X3, Toyota Land Cruiser, Mercedes-Benz GLE) | Extra grip and ground clearance for cold, wet roads and snow around kunanyi / Mount Wellington, Mount Field, and Cradle Mountain. Check winter tyre or chain requirements with your provider before you drive off. |
Flying into Hobart Airport?
Hobart Airport (HBA) is 18 km east of the city, about 20 minutes via the Tasman Highway, with eight rental brands on- and off-airport. Airport pickup averaged $108/day in 2025 against $78 off-airport — compare both before you lock it in.
Regional airports near Hobart
Know what an airport pickup adds to your daily rate
Picking up your hire car at Hobart Airport is convenient, but will usually cost more than alternative options. In Australia, airport depots are premium pickup points, meaning additional fees will be included in the price of an airport rental car — and this higher daily rental rate is applied for the duration of your rental.
Consider an off-airport rental depot
Hobart Airport has one off-airport depot: East Coast Car Rentals, located in Cambridge, a five-minute drive from the airport, and it often has cheaper rates than picking up a rental car at the airport. They also offer a free shuttle transfer from the airport to their depot, and while the shuttle transfer adds a little time to the pickup process, using an off-airport depot can save you money.
One-way car hire from Hobart
- Hobart to Launceston · 2 hrs 30 min via National Hwy 1
- Hobart to Devonport · 3 hrs 20 min via National Hwy 1
If you’re considering a one-way hire, for example to drive from Hobart to Launceston — or elsewhere in Tasmania — don’t forget you can pick up a car hire in Hobart and drop it off in another location. When searching for one-way hire cars, just untick “Return to the same location” in the search form above, select your drop-off point, and compare rates. A one-way fee may apply, but this varies by provider and your chosen route.
Car rental depots in Hobart
Hobart’s car rental depots are all in the city centre, mostly within a short walk of one another around Harrington Street and the CBD. Find a convenient car hire depot on the map below, check customer ratings, and choose the one that best suits your accommodation and budget.
Avis Hobart City
4.9 (2)2-4 Market Place
Mon–Fri 08:00–18:00, w/e 08:00–12:00
Bargain Car Rentals Hobart City
4.7 (19)173 Harrington Street
Mon–Fri 08:00–17:00, w/e 08:00–15:00
Budget Hobart City
4.6 (21)122 Harrington St (Metro)
Mon–Fri 07:30–17:00, w/e 08:00–14:00
Europcar Hobart City
4.6 (2)112 Harrington Street
Mon–Fri 08:00–17:00, w/e 08:00–13:00
Hertz Hobart Downtown
4.7 (3)96 Harrington St
Mon–Fri 08:00–17:00, w/e 08:00–13:00
Redspot Hobart
N/A67A Argyle Street, Hobart City,
Mon–Fri 08:00–16:30, w/e 08:00–16:00
Sixt Hobart City
4.4 (10)290 Argyle Street
Mon–Sun 08:00–12:00
Thrifty Hobart Downtown
4.4 (19)96 Harrington St
Mon–Fri 08:00–17:00, w/e 08:00–13:00
Car hire around Hobart
Prefer to collect your car outside the city centre? These pickup points are dotted around greater Hobart, from the waterfront at Sandy Bay and Wrest Point, to Lutana in the north, and Hobart Airport to the east. Choosing a depot near where you’re staying can save you a trip into the CBD, and sometimes a little on the daily rate too.
Local expert tips when renting a car in Hobart
Behind the wheel itself? Our Hobart driving tips cover road rules, parking and local quirks
Snow on Pinnacle Road
Snow closes the Kunanyi / Mt Wellington summit road several times each winter, and carry chains where signposted, for safer driving.
Watch out for wildlife
Native wildlife is most active at dawn and dusk on rural routes, especially around Huon and the east coast, so be sure to slow down and exercise caution outside towns.
Gravel and unsealed roads
East-coast shortcuts and Bruny Island include gravel and one-lane bridges, and as unsealed-road cover varies by provider, if you plan to drive there, check your rental policy when you book.
Saturday market road closures
Salamanca Market closes roads around Davey St early on Saturdays. Early-bird rates at Argyle St and Centrepoint car parks beat feeding a meter.
Allow extra driving time
Many of Tasmania’s roads are hilly and winding, so journeys may take longer than the distance suggests. Hobart to Cradle Mountain is around 300 km in distance but closer to four and a half hours behind the wheel.
Fuel up before heading south
Fuel stations thin out beyond New Norfolk and Geeveston, so leave Hobart with a full tank for south-west day trips.
Also need a campervan or a ute?
Campervan hire in Hobart
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Ute, van & truck hire in Hobart
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Compare commercials →Hobart car hire FAQs
How much does it cost to hire a car in Hobart?
For a rental period from 27 September to 2 October 2026, prices range from AUD $110 per day for a Compact Car to AUD $518 per day for a Standard SUV. Enter your planned dates to compare live rental rates for your vehicle in Hobart.
What is the cheapest car rental in Hobart?
The cheapest car rental in Hobart for the rental period from 27 September to 2 October 2026 is a Mg 3 Core or similar from Europcar costing AUD $110 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 Hobart?
Booking your hire car in Hobart 5 days beforehand can save you over 4 per cent, based on our own daily rate checks.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Hobart for a week?
A one-week car hire in Hobart currently starts from AUD $771, equivalent to around AUD $111 per day, based on a 7-day rental from 27 September to 4 October 2026. Europcar’s Mg 3 Core or similar is our cheapest option — enter your travel dates to compare live car hire rates in Hobart.
How much does it cost to hire a Minivan or People Mover in Hobart?
The price of a minivan hired in Hobart from 29 September to 2 October 2026 ranges from AUD $227 to AUD $502 per day before any added extras. Enter your travel dates and compare live rates for a minivan rental in Hobart.
What is the highest-rated hire car in Hobart?
The highest-rated rental car in Hobart is Kia Sportage or similar, based on ratings by our customers within the last 12 months.
What is the best car rental company in Hobart?
Avis is our highest-rated car hire provider in Hobart, scoring an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 based on actual bookings by our customers.
What is the cheapest car rental company in Hobart?
Bargain Car Rentals is the cheapest car rental company in Hobart, with rates from AUD $69 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.
What's the cheapest month to hire a car in Hobart — and the dearest?
August is the cheapest month to hire a car in Hobart, averaging $64 a day; January is the dearest, at $171 a day, in line with the Tasmanian summer peak.
Is it cheaper to pick up at Hobart Airport or in the city?
City and airport pickup in Hobart average $106–$108 a day; off-airport depots average $78, about 28% less. Compare all three before you book.
Can I take my hire car on the Spirit of Tasmania?
The Spirit of Tasmania is the ferry service between Tasmania and Geelong. Cars are permitted on the ferry, but most rental providers will not allow their vehicles to be taken on it, so you’ll usually need to book a separate car on each side of Bass Strait. If you require further information, please feel free to contact our customer care team.
Do I actually need a hire car in Hobart?
If you’re staying in the city centre, MONA’s ferry and local buses cover day one. A hire car earns its keep once you’re heading to Port Arthur, the Huon Valley, or further afield.
How long is the drive from Hobart to Launceston?
The direct route via the Heritage Highway takes about two and a half hours; the coastal or highlands road-trip routes run a full day or more.
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Hobart Downtown
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Hobart Downtown
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Adelaide Airport
5/5 · Andrew W. · Jun 2026
Excellent easy to use
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Hobart Airport
5/5 · Aaron T. · Jun 2026
Easy
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Mackay Airport
5/5 · Paul F. · Jun 2026
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Brisbane City
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Brisbane City
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Plan your Tasmanian road trip
Hobart to Launceston
The drive from Hobart to Launceston covers roughly 439 km and six hours by the coastal route alone, taking in historic Port Arthur, laid-back Triabunna and sunny Bicheno along the way. Or take the inland option instead, where you'll drive through Bruny Island and Cradle Mountain.
East Coast Tasmania
This seven-day east coast Tasmania road trip runs from Launceston to Hobart, taking in Bridport's beaches, the Bay of Fires' orange granite, Freycinet's Wineglass Bay, Maria Island's wombats and Port Arthur's convict history — finishing with a Bruny Island detour before flying out of Hobart Airport.
Winter driving tips
Pick up your rental car in Hobart and tour the city before leaving for your road trip adventure. Drive about 12 km north of Hobart and you’ll find one of the oldest wineries in Tasmania — the Moorilla Estate, famous for its cool climate wines as well as local brews.
