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Car rental rates in Kangaroo Island

Kangaroo Island is one of the largest islands in Australia, and it is located 112 kilometres southwest of Adelaide. Please note that only a few suppliers allow their rental cars to travel on the ferry to Kangaroo Island and strict conditions apply, so be sure to read the Terms and Conditions on your rental car carefully. Cars rented on Kangaroo Island can not be taken off the island.


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  • BudgetCompact Car
    Compact Car

    From $113/day

    for 13 Sep - 18 Sep 2024
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  • BudgetIntermediate Car
    Intermediate Car

    From $115/day

    for 13 Sep - 18 Sep 2024
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  • BudgetCompact SUV
    Compact SUV

    From $116/day

    for 13 Sep - 18 Sep 2024
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  • ThriftyStandard Elite Sport
    Standard Elite Sport

    From $120/day

    for 12 Sep - 15 Sep 2024
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  • ThriftyIntermediate SUV
    Intermediate SUV

    From $126/day

    for 12 Sep - 15 Sep 2024
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  • BudgetFullsize SUV
    Fullsize SUV

    From $130/day

    for 13 Sep - 18 Sep 2024
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Rental rate prices displayed are AUD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on September 10, 2024 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 10 September, 2024

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Our customers have rated their Kangaroo Island car rental booking experience 4.5/5
(22 reviews)
  • 22 Aug 2024

    It was very easy to complete

    george p.
    Booked: Suzuki Swift or similar
    Busselton
    Suzuki Swift or similar
  • 02 Jun 2024

    easy

    joshua m.
    Booked: Mitsubishi ASX 2w.d. or similar
    Mascot / Sydney Airport
    Mitsubishi ASX 2w.d. or similar
  • 15 Aug 2024

    Easy to compare and book

    keith b.
    Booked: Suzuki Swift, Hyundai Accent, Kia Rio or Toyota Yaris or similar
    Frankston
    Suzuki Swift, Hyundai Accent, Kia Rio or Toyota Yaris or similar
  • 28 May 2024

    Very easy to navigate

    dhamayanthi s.
    Booked: Suzuki Swift or similar
    Adelaide
    Suzuki Swift or similar
  • 07 Aug 2024

    Excellent

    keith f.
    Booked: Large SUV
    Cairns Airport
    Large SUV
  • 07 Jun 2024

    Super easy

    john s.
    Booked: Hyundai Kona or similar
    Melbourne Airport
    Hyundai Kona or similar
  • 05 Jun 2024

    Super easy booking, very straight forward.

    leigh c.
    Booked: Toyota RAV4 or similar
    Melbourne City
    Toyota RAV4 or similar
  • 21 May 2024

    Easy and quick

    james m.
    Booked: Toyota Corolla Hybrid or similar
    Taren Point
    Toyota Corolla Hybrid or similar
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Quick facts on hiring a car in Kangaroo Island

🚗 Vehicle typesCar, SUV, Sport and Ute.
🔑 No. of depotsThree car rental depots in Kangaroo Island.
✅ Rental brandsBudget, Hertz and Thrifty.

Car models commonly available in Kangaroo Island

Ford vehicles for hire in Kangaroo Island

  • Ford Ranger

    Ford Ranger

    5

    5

    3 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

Hyundai vehicles for hire in Kangaroo Island

  • Hyundai i30

    Hyundai i30

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

Kia vehicles for hire in Kangaroo Island

  • Kia Carnival

    Kia Carnival

    8

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

    Kia Cerato

    Kia Cerato

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Budget

  • Kia Sportage

    Kia Sportage

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz, Budget

    Kia Stonic

    Kia Stonic

    5

    5

    1 small

    Providers

    Budget

Mazda vehicles for hire in Kangaroo Island

  • 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 CX5

    Mazda CX5

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

Mitsubishi vehicles for hire in Kangaroo Island

  • Mitsubishi Pajero Sport GLX

    Mitsubishi Pajero Sport GLX

    5

    5

    3 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

Polestar vehicles for hire in Kangaroo Island

  • Polestar 2

    Polestar 2Electric

    5

    4

    2 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

Suzuki vehicles for hire in Kangaroo Island

  • Suzuki Swift

    Suzuki Swift

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Budget

Toyota vehicles for hire in Kangaroo Island

  • Toyota Camry

    Toyota Camry

    5

    4

    2 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Hertz

    Toyota Corolla

    Toyota Corolla

    5

    4

    2 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Hertz

  • Toyota Corolla Hybrid

    Toyota Corolla HybridHybrid

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Thrifty

    Toyota Cross Hybrid

    Toyota Cross HybridHybrid

    5

    4

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    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

  • Toyota Landcruiser Prado

    Toyota Landcruiser Prado

    7

    4

    3 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

    Toyota RAV4 Hybrid

    Toyota RAV4 HybridHybrid

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty

Other vehicles for hire in Kangaroo Island

  • Mystery Car

    Mystery Car

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    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 10 September, 2024

Kangaroo Island daily rate data

Price range over the past 12 months for a small car

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

10 Sep

$119

$119

Wed

11 Sep

$119

$119

Thu

12 Sep

$117

$131

Fri

13 Sep

$113

$119

Sat

14 Sep

$147

$147

Sun

15 Sep

$138

$147

Mon

16 Sep

$147

$147

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

10 Sep

$122

$122

Wed

11 Sep

$122

$122

Thu

12 Sep

$122

$122

Fri

13 Sep

$115

$122

Sat

14 Sep

$150

$150

Sun

15 Sep

$141

$150

Mon

16 Sep

$150

$150

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

10 Sep

$123

$123

Wed

11 Sep

$123

$123

Thu

12 Sep

$120

$139

Fri

13 Sep

$116

$123

Sat

14 Sep

$152

$152

Sun

15 Sep

$143

$152

Mon

16 Sep

$152

$152

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

10 Sep

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

Wed

11 Sep

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

Thu

12 Sep

$126

$167

Fri

13 Sep

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

Sat

14 Sep

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

Sun

15 Sep

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

16 Sep

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

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

10 Sep

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

Wed

11 Sep

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

Thu

12 Sep

$136

$173

Fri

13 Sep

$130

$138

Sat

14 Sep

$170

$170

Sun

15 Sep

$160

$170

Mon

16 Sep

$170

$170

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

10 Sep

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

Wed

11 Sep

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

Thu

12 Sep

$130

$200

Fri

13 Sep

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

Sat

14 Sep

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

Sun

15 Sep

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

16 Sep

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

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

10 Sep

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

Wed

11 Sep

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

Thu

12 Sep

$120

$137

Fri

13 Sep

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

Sat

14 Sep

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

Sun

15 Sep

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

16 Sep

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

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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 10 September, 2024

Adelaide Airport car hire

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Consider collecting your vehicle from the airport. We work with a range of car hire providers at Adelaide Airport (ADL)


Take note that only a few suppliers allow their rental cars to travel on the ferry going to Kangaroo Island and strict conditions do apply so make sure to read the Terms and Conditions when you book a car rental.
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Car rental depots in Kangaroo Island

Car hire depots in Kangaroo Island are marked on the map below.

Opening hours are provided by the depots and are subject to change.
  • Budget Kangaroo Island Ferry

    Kangaroo Island Ferry Terminal, Kangaroo Island SA, 5223

    Today •8:00 AM - 7:00 PM

    monday

    8:00 AM - 7:00 PM

    tuesday

    8:00 AM - 7:00 PM

    wednesday

    8:00 AM - 7:00 PM

    thursday

    8:00 AM - 7:00 PM

    friday

    8:00 AM - 7:00 PM

    saturday

    8:00 AM - 7:00 PM

    sunday

    8:00 AM - 7:00 PM

    5.00 • 1 rating

    5

    Service

    5

    Information

    5

    Accessibility

    5

    Vehicle

    5

    Presentation

  • Hertz Penneshaw Downtown

    Cnr Thomas Willson/middle Tce, Penneshaw SA, 5223

    Today •9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    monday

    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    tuesday

    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    wednesday

    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    thursday

    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    friday

    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    saturday

    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    sunday

    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    4.80 • 1 rating

    5

    Service

    4

    Information

    5

    Accessibility

    5

    Vehicle

    5

    Presentation

  • Thrifty Penneshaw Downtown

    Cnr Thomas Willson/middle Tce, Penneshaw Kangaroo Island SA, 5223

    Today •9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    monday

    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    tuesday

    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    wednesday

    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    thursday

    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    friday

    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    saturday

    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    sunday

    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    4.10 • 2 ratings

    4

    Service

    4

    Information

    4

    Accessibility

    5

    Vehicle

    4

    Presentation

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Frequently asked questions

On hiring a car in Kangaroo Island

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Kangaroo Island?

    Prices start at AUD $113 per day for a Compact Car, up to AUD $130 per day for a Fullsize SUV. Get a live rate for your planned dates and desired vehicle in Kangaroo Island.

  • How much does it cost to hire an Electric Car in Kangaroo Island?

    If you prefer to plug your car in rather than fill it up, an Electric Car costs AUD $120 per day. Enter your car hire dates and find a live rate for your desired Electric Car in Kangaroo Island.

  • What is the highest-rated hire car in Kangaroo Island?

    The highest-rated rental car in Kangaroo Island is Hyundai Elantra or similar, based on ratings by our customers within the last 12 months.

  • What is the highest-rated car hire provider in Kangaroo Island?

    Budget is the highest-rated car hire provider in Kangaroo Island, based on ratings by our customers.

  • Is it cheaper to book a weekly car rental in Kangaroo Island?

    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 Kangaroo Island 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 take my rental car to Kangaroo Island via the ferry?

    Thrifty, Hertz and Europcar depots located on the mainland may allow their vehicles to be taken on the ferry to Kangaroo Island, but generally only with prior authorisation so make sure to request this from your supplier.

  • Can I pick up a car hire in Kangaroo Island and drop off in another location?

    Unfortunately, you can’t. Any vehicle rented on Kangaroo Island cannot be taken off the island.

  • Where can I fill up my rental car in Kangaroo Island?

    There are petrol stations at Kingscote, Parndana, Penneshaw, Island Beach and Vivonne Bay. However, only Kingscote and Penneshaw are open 24 hours.

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