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Car rental rates in Parkes, New South Wales
Known for the Parkes Observatory, Parkes is located in the Central West region of New South Wales and is around a five hour drive to the west of Sydney.
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Compact Car
View offerTravel 23 Apr - 28 Apr 2026
from AUD $61/day
Economy SUV
View offerTravel 23 Apr - 28 Apr 2026
from AUD $62/day
Compact SUV
View offerTravel 23 Apr - 28 Apr 2026
from AUD $66/day
Standard Car
View offerTravel 23 Apr - 28 Apr 2026
from AUD $68/day
Fullsize Ute (double cab)
View offerTravel 23 Apr - 28 Apr 2026
from AUD $84/day
Fullsize SUV
View offerTravel 23 Apr - 28 Apr 2026
from AUD $115/day
Premium SUV
View offerTravel 23 Apr - 28 Apr 2026
from AUD $128/day
Premium Passenger Van
View offerTravel 23 Apr - 28 Apr 2026
from AUD $138/day
Rental rate prices displayed are AUD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on April 20, 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 20 April, 2026
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Quick facts on hiring a car in Parkes
| 🚗 Vehicle types | Car, Commercial Van/Truck, Passenger Van, Pick up (double cab) and SUV. |
|---|---|
| 🔑 No. of depots | Two car rental depots in Parkes. |
| ✅ Rental brands | Hertz and Thrifty. |
Car models commonly available in Parkes
Kia vehicles for hire in Parkes
Kia Carnival
8
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Kia Sportage
5
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersHertz
Mazda vehicles for hire in Parkes
Mazda CX-3
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Mazda CX-30
5
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Mazda CX5
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersHertz, Thrifty
Suzuki vehicles for hire in Parkes
Suzuki Swift
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota vehicles for hire in Parkes
12 Seat Toyota HiAce
12
4
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota Camry HybridHybrid
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersHertz
Toyota Corolla
5
4
2 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz
Toyota Corolla HybridHybrid
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz, Thrifty
Toyota Fortuner
5
4
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersHertz, Thrifty
Toyota Kluger
7
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota Kluger HybridHybrid
7
4
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersHertz, Thrifty
Toyota Landcruiser Prado
7
4
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Other vehicles for hire in Parkes
19-22 Cubic Metre Van with Lift
3
2
ProvidersThrifty
36 Cubic Metre Van with Full Tail Lift
3
2
ProvidersThrifty
Dual Cab 4WD
5
4
ProvidersThrifty, 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 20 April, 2026
Parkes daily rate data
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
20 Apr
$68
$73
21 Apr
$68
$73
22 Apr
$68
$73
23 Apr
$61
$73
24 Apr
$73
$78
25 Apr
$72
$78
26 Apr
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
20 Apr
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
21 Apr
$69
$69
22 Apr
$69
$69
23 Apr
$68
$69
24 Apr
$80
$80
25 Apr
$75
$80
26 Apr
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
20 Apr
$70
$75
21 Apr
$70
$75
22 Apr
$70
$75
23 Apr
$62
$75
24 Apr
$75
$84
25 Apr
$74
$84
26 Apr
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
20 Apr
$122
$139
21 Apr
$122
$139
22 Apr
$122
$139
23 Apr
$115
$139
24 Apr
$135
$159
25 Apr
$135
$159
26 Apr
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
20 Apr
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
21 Apr
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
22 Apr
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
23 Apr
$128
$146
24 Apr
$164
$177
25 Apr
$153
$177
26 Apr
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
20 Apr
$144
$156
21 Apr
$144
$156
22 Apr
$144
$156
23 Apr
$138
$156
24 Apr
$181
$196
25 Apr
$165
$196
26 Apr
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
20 Apr
$90
$97
21 Apr
$90
$97
22 Apr
$90
$97
23 Apr
$84
$97
24 Apr
$108
$117
25 Apr
$100
$117
26 Apr
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
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 20 April, 2026
Parkes Airport car hire
If you’re flying into Parkes and would like to get on the road hassle-free, why not consider getting a rental car directly from Parkes Airport (PKE)? Simply input Parkes Airport into our search form to start comparing rates at the airport.
Car rental depots in Parkes
Find a convenient car hire depot on the map below.
Hertz Parkes Downtown
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Sat 08:00–12:00, Mon–Fri 13:00–17:00, Sun Closed325 Clarinda St, New South Wales
Thrifty Parkes Downtown
View details5.0 (1)Mon–Sat 08:00–12:00, Mon–Fri 13:00–17:00, Sun Closed325 Clarinda St, New South Wales
Frequently asked questions
On hiring a car in Parkes
How much does it cost to hire a car in Parkes?
Prices start at AUD $61 per day for a Compact Car, up to AUD $138 per day for a Premium SUV. Get a live rate for your planned dates and desired vehicle in Parkes.
How much does it cost to hire a Minivan or People Mover in Parkes?
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 AUD $138 per day. Check for a live rate by entering your desired car hire dates in Parkes.
What is the highest-rated hire car in Parkes?
The highest-rated rental car in Parkes is Hyundai i30 or similar, based on ratings by our customers within the last 12 months.
What is the highest-rated car hire provider in Parkes?
Thrifty is the highest-rated car hire provider in Parkes, based on ratings by our customers.
Is it cheaper to book a weekly car rental in Parkes?
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 Parkes 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 get a rental vehicle in Parkes and drop it off another location?
Absolutely. You can pick up your hire car in Parkes and drop off in another location. However, there may be a one-way fee charged to your booking by your supplier. To avoid surprises, we add this charge to the total cost displayed in our search engine.
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