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Car rental rates in Melbourne Southern Cross Station, Victoria
Formerly known as Spencer Street Station, Southern Cross Station is a major train station situated in the heart of the Victorian capital of Melbourne. If you’re searching for convenient transportation and want a stress-free commute, consider hiring a car at Southern Cross Station.
VroomVroomVroom’s simple search function allows you to easily book a car hire at Southern Cross Station. Exploring the Greater Melbourne region? Learn more about local driving conditions via our car hire Melbourne guide.
Fullsize Car
View offerTravel 06 Jan - 11 Jan 2026
from AUD $44/day
Intermediate Car
View offerTravel 04 Jan - 07 Jan 2026
from AUD $45/day
Intermediate SUV
View offerTravel 04 Jan - 07 Jan 2026
from AUD $49/day
Compact Car
View offerTravel 04 Jan - 09 Jan 2026
from AUD $51/day
Economy Car
View offerTravel 04 Jan - 09 Jan 2026
from AUD $51/day
Compact SUV
View offerTravel 04 Jan - 09 Jan 2026
from AUD $52/day
Special
View offerTravel 04 Jan - 09 Jan 2026
from AUD $52/day
Mini Car
View offerTravel 06 Jan - 11 Jan 2026
from AUD $53/day
Standard Car
View offerTravel 04 Jan - 09 Jan 2026
from AUD $53/day
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Rental rate prices displayed are AUD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on January 01, 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.
Rates are in AUD and were last updated on 01 January, 2026
YOU’RE IN GOOD COMPANY
Here’s what VroomVroomVroom customers think
- 12 Nov 2025michel s.Booked: Toyota Corolla Hybrid or similarMelbourne City - Collins Street
- 05 Nov 2025ezfahme m.Booked: Toyota Prado or similarSouthern Cross
- 10 Oct 2025jennifer n.Booked: Toyota Corolla or similarMelbourne City - Collins Street
- 05 Sep 2025parthi t.Booked: Toyota Corolla Hatch or similarSouthern Cross
- 05 Nov 2025alofa l.Booked: Toyota Corolla Hatch Hybrid or similarSydney Airport
- 08 Dec 2025guoping x.Booked: Toyota Corolla or similarBrisbane Airport
- 10 Oct 2025jennifer n.Booked: Toyota Corolla or similarMelbourne City - Collins Street
- 24 Oct 2025athos s.Booked: Toyota Yaris or similarMelbourne Airport
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Quick facts on hiring a car in Melbourne Southern Cross Station
| 🚗 Vehicle types | Car, Commercial Van/Truck, Crossover, Passenger Van, Pick up (double cab), SUV and Sport. |
|---|---|
| 🔑 No. of depots | Nine car rental depots at Melbourne Southern Cross Station. |
| ✅ Rental brands | Avis, Budget, Dollar, East Coast, Enterprise, Europcar, Hertz, Sixt and Thrifty. |
Car models commonly available in Melbourne Southern Cross Station
Popular rental car models in Melbourne Southern Cross Station last month
- % of BookingsModelPrice range last monthProviders
1
20%
$163$65
Toyota Corolla HatchIntermediate Car
5
5
2 small
Rent withAvis, Budget, Dollar, East Coast, Enterprise, Hertz, Thrifty
2
8%
$125$216Mg 3 CoreCompact Car
5
4
2 small
Rent withEuropcar, East Coast, Enterprise
3
7%
$60$429
Mazda CX-3Economy SUV
5
5
1 large, 1 small
Rent withEnterprise, Hertz, Dollar, Thrifty
4
6%
$49$419
Toyota Corolla HybridCompact Car
5
5
1 large, 1 small
Rent withEast Coast, Thrifty
5
6%
$47$224
Toyota Rav4 HybridIntermediate SUV
5
5
2 large, 2 small
Rent withEast Coast, Thrifty
Audi vehicles for hire in Melbourne Southern Cross Station
Audi Q3 35 TFSI Sportback
5
4
2 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz
Audi Q5
5
4
3 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz, Europcar
Audi Q7
7
4
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersHertz
Audi SQ5
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
BMW vehicles for hire in Melbourne Southern Cross Station
Bmw I4Electric
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Bmw Ix1Electric
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Ford vehicles for hire in Melbourne Southern Cross Station
Ford Everest
7
4
4 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Ford Mustang GT
2
2
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty
Ford Ranger
5
5
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Ford Ranger Wildtrak
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Honda vehicles for hire in Melbourne Southern Cross Station
Honda Hr-v Vi-x
4
5
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersEast Coast
Hyundai vehicles for hire in Melbourne Southern Cross Station
Hyundai Kona
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Hyundai Staria
8
5
2 small
ProvidersBudget
Kia vehicles for hire in Melbourne Southern Cross Station
Kia Carnival
8
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar, Thrifty, Hertz, Sixt, Avis, Enterprise
Kia Cerato
5
4
1 small
ProvidersBudget
Kia K4
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Kia Picanto
5
5
2 small
ProvidersSixt, East Coast
Kia Sportage
5
5
4 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget, Thrifty, Hertz
Kia Stonic
5
5
1 small
ProvidersBudget
Land Rover vehicles for hire in Melbourne Southern Cross Station
Land Rover Defender
7
4
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersHertz
LDV vehicles for hire in Melbourne Southern Cross Station
LDV D90
7
5
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersEast Coast
Mazda vehicles for hire in Melbourne Southern Cross Station
Mazda Bt-50 Dual Cab Xs
5
4
1 large, 3 small
ProvidersEast Coast
Mazda CX-3
5
5
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersEnterprise, Hertz, Thrifty
Mazda CX-30
5
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Mazda Cx3
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Mazda CX5
5
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Mercedes vehicles for hire in Melbourne Southern Cross Station
Mercedes Glc300
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Mercedes-Benz Vito
8
2
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersHertz
MG vehicles for hire in Melbourne Southern Cross Station
MG 3
5
4
2 small
ProvidersEnterprise, East Coast
Mg 3 Core
5
4
2 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Mg 4 ExciteElectric
5
4
2 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Mg Hs
5
5
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersEast Coast
MG HS
5
4
1 large, 2 small
ProvidersEnterprise
Mg Zs
5
5
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersEast Coast
Mitsubishi vehicles for hire in Melbourne Southern Cross Station
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
5
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersSixt
Mitsubishi Pajero Sport 4WD
7
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersSixt
Mitsubishi Pajero Sport GLX
5
5
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Nissan vehicles for hire in Melbourne Southern Cross Station
Nissan Xtrail
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Polestar vehicles for hire in Melbourne Southern Cross Station
Polestar 2Electric
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar, Thrifty, Hertz
Skoda vehicles for hire in Melbourne Southern Cross Station
Skoda Scala
5
4
2 large, 1 small
ProvidersEnterprise
Subaru vehicles for hire in Melbourne Southern Cross Station
Subaru Crosstrek
5
5
1 large, 2 small
ProvidersSixt
Subaru Forester
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Suzuki vehicles for hire in Melbourne Southern Cross Station
Suzuki Swift
5
5
2 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget, Thrifty, Hertz
Tesla vehicles for hire in Melbourne Southern Cross Station
Tesla Model Y ElectricElectric
5
4
3 small
ProvidersAvis
Toyota vehicles for hire in Melbourne Southern Cross Station
Toyota C-HR
5
5
3 small
ProvidersAvis
Toyota Camry
5
4
4 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget, East Coast, Hertz
Toyota Camry Elite
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersHertz
Toyota Camry HybridHybrid
5
4
4 small
ProvidersAvis, Hertz, East Coast, Sixt
Toyota Corolla
5
4
3 small
ProvidersAvis, Enterprise, Thrifty, Hertz, East Coast
Toyota Corolla Ascent
5
4
2 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Toyota Corolla Cross HybridHybrid
5
4
2 small
ProvidersEuropcar, Sixt
Toyota Corolla Hatch
5
5
2 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget, Sixt
Toyota Corolla Hatch HybridHybrid
5
5
1 large, 2 small
ProvidersSixt
Toyota Corolla HybridHybrid
5
4
1 large, 2 small
ProvidersEast Coast, Thrifty, Hertz
Toyota Fortuner
5
5
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota Hiace
2
2
ProvidersEnterprise
Toyota Kluger
5
4
4 small
ProvidersEuropcar, Thrifty, Hertz, Avis, Budget
Toyota Kluger HybridHybrid
7
4
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota Landcruiser Prado
7
4
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota Prado
5
5
4 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget
Toyota RAV4
5
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersSixt
Toyota Rav4 HybridHybrid
5
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersEast Coast
Toyota RAV4 HybridHybrid
5
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz, Sixt
Toyota Yaris
5
5
2 small
ProvidersSixt
Toyota Yaris Cross
5
5
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersEnterprise, Sixt
Toyota Yaris Cross HybridHybrid
5
5
2 small
ProvidersSixt
Showing 10 of 22 vehicles
Volkswagen vehicles for hire in Melbourne Southern Cross Station
Volkswagen Polo
5
4
1 large, 2 small
ProvidersEnterprise
Other vehicles for hire in Melbourne Southern Cross Station
8 Cubic Metre Van
2
2
ProvidersThrifty
Mini Countryman
5
5
ProvidersSixt
Mystery Car
4
4
ProvidersBudget, Europcar, Enterprise, Hertz
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 01 January, 2026
Melbourne Southern Cross Station daily rate data
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Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
01 Jan
$241
$241
02 Jan
$72
$241
03 Jan
$60
$228
04 Jan
$51
$58
05 Jan
$56
$73
06 Jan
$51
$73
07 Jan
$56
$71
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
01 Jan
$65
$248
02 Jan
$65
$248
03 Jan
$65
$234
04 Jan
$45
$66
05 Jan
$60
$74
06 Jan
$55
$74
07 Jan
$60
$72
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
01 Jan
$93
$243
02 Jan
$97
$243
03 Jan
$60
$229
04 Jan
$45
$82
05 Jan
$54
$111
06 Jan
$44
$113
07 Jan
$54
$118
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
01 Jan
$69
$243
02 Jan
$69
$243
03 Jan
$66
$229
04 Jan
$52
$70
05 Jan
$58
$79
06 Jan
$52
$99
07 Jan
$57
$106
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
01 Jan
$73
$255
02 Jan
$73
$255
03 Jan
$68
$255
04 Jan
$49
$115
05 Jan
$63
$331
06 Jan
$58
$341
07 Jan
$63
$312
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
01 Jan
$242
$401
02 Jan
$245
$415
03 Jan
$231
$377
04 Jan
$63
$405
05 Jan
$67
$377
06 Jan
$63
$405
07 Jan
$75
$377
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
01 Jan
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
02 Jan
$329
$329
03 Jan
$315
$318
04 Jan
$325
$328
05 Jan
$282
$334
06 Jan
$282
$334
07 Jan
$282
$334
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
01 Jan
$248
$248
02 Jan
$248
$248
03 Jan
$234
$234
04 Jan
$54
$60
05 Jan
$60
$60
06 Jan
$54
$60
07 Jan
$60
$60
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
01 Jan
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
02 Jan
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
03 Jan
$64
$224
04 Jan
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
05 Jan
$60
$76
06 Jan
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
07 Jan
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
01 Jan
$276
$276
02 Jan
$301
$301
03 Jan
$283
$283
04 Jan
$279
$283
05 Jan
$283
$283
06 Jan
$256
$260
07 Jan
$260
$260
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
01 Jan
$249
$249
02 Jan
$247
$249
03 Jan
$247
$366
04 Jan
$246
$249
05 Jan
$221
$371
06 Jan
$221
$346
07 Jan
$221
$329
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
01 Jan
$264
$264
02 Jan
$365
$365
03 Jan
$330
$330
04 Jan
$343
$346
05 Jan
$238
$238
06 Jan
$238
$244
07 Jan
$238
$238
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
01 Jan
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
02 Jan
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
03 Jan
$200
$200
04 Jan
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
05 Jan
$200
$200
06 Jan
$200
$200
07 Jan
$200
$200
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
01 Jan
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
02 Jan
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
03 Jan
$277
$285
04 Jan
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
05 Jan
$277
$277
06 Jan
$277
$277
07 Jan
$277
$277
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 01 January, 2026
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Car rental depots in Melbourne Southern Cross Station
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Avis Southern Cross Cars
View details4.6 (1)Mon–Fri 07:30–16:30, Sat–Sun 08:00–12:0099 Spencer St - Unit 27, Victoria
Budget Southern Cross
View details4.7 (3)Mon–Fri 07:30–16:30, Sat–Sun 08:00–12:0099 Spencer St - Unit 28, Victoria
Dollar Melbourne Downtown
View details4.4 (1)Mon–Fri 07:30–17:00, Sat–Sun 08:00–16:00Shop 3/8 Franklin St, Victoria
East Coast Melbourne City - Collins Street
View details4.4 (11)Mon–Sun 07:00–17:00Grand Hyatt Hotel Level 4, 123 Collins Street, Victoria
Enterprise Melbourne City
View details4.3 (11)Mon–Fri 8:30–16:30, Sat–Sun 8:30–12:3034-60 Little Collins Street, Victoria
Europcar Melbourne South
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 08:00–17:00, Sat 08:00–12:00, Sun 09:00–13:0050-54 Clarendon Street, Victoria
Hertz South Melbourne Downtown
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 08:00–17:00, Sat 08:00–12:00, Sun Closed124 Thistlethwaite St, Victoria
Sixt Melbourne City
View details4.3 (33)Mon–Sun 08:00–15:00Shop 10, 99 Spencer St, Victoria
Thrifty South Melbourne
View details4.8 (4)Mon–Fri 08:00–17:00, Sat 08:00–12:00, Sun Closed124 Thistlethwaite St, Victoria
Frequently asked questions
On hiring a car in Melbourne Southern Cross Station, Victoria
How much does it cost to hire a car at Melbourne Southern Cross Station?
Prices start at AUD $44 per day for a Fullsize Car, up to AUD $325 per day for a Premium SUV. Get a live rate for your planned dates and desired vehicle at Melbourne Southern Cross Station.
How much does it cost to hire an Electric Car at Melbourne Southern Cross Station?
If you prefer to plug your car in rather than fill it up, an Electric Car costs between AUD $54 and AUD $279 per day. Enter your car hire dates and find a live rate for your desired Electric Car at Melbourne Southern Cross Station.
How much does it cost to hire a Minivan or People Mover at Melbourne Southern Cross Station?
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 $215 and AUD $267 per day. Check for a live rate by entering your desired car hire dates at Melbourne Southern Cross Station.
What is the highest-rated hire car at Melbourne Southern Cross Station?
The highest-rated rental car at Melbourne Southern Cross Station is Toyota Corolla Hatch or similar, based on ratings by our customers within the last 12 months.
What is the highest-rated car hire provider at Melbourne Southern Cross Station?
Thrifty is the highest-rated car hire provider at Melbourne Southern Cross Station, based on ratings by our customers.
Is it cheaper to book a weekly car rental in Melbourne Southern Cross Station?
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 Melbourne Southern Cross Station 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 Southern Cross Station and drop off in another location?
Absolutely. You can pick up your hire car in Southern Cross Station and drop off in another location. However, there may be a one-way fee charged to your booking by your supplier.
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