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Car rental rates in Preston, Victoria

Preston is a suburb of Melbourne located nine kilometres drive north of the city CBD. Offering a quieter stay than somewhere more downtown, Preston is also just a twenty minute drive from Melbourne Airport.


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Rental rate prices displayed are AUD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on November 05, 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 05 November, 2026

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(41 reviews)
  • 17 Aug 2026

    Easy affordable and quick

    sol w.
    Booked: Mystery Vehicle or similar
    Melbourne Airport
    Mystery Vehicle or similar
  • 10 Aug 2026

    Easy to use

    julie t.
    Booked: Toyota Kluger or similar
    Alice Springs Downtown
    Toyota Kluger or similar
  • 02 Sep 2026

    Your site was recommended by ChatGPT. I have returned to using you after years away. 1. Your website was very easy to navigate and to filter my options 2. Very clear info on the cost breakdown 3. Excellent, simple option with insurance add on Prosura. Great pricing. Nice and simple with a clear PDS. 4. You didn't time me out while I was exploring options which took me a long time. Thanks. I'll use you again and recommend you to others :-)

    annie s.
    Booked: Mazda CX-30 or similar
    Hobart Downtown
    Mazda CX-30 or similar
  • 17 Jul 2026

    Comparison between companies

    sam w.
    Booked: Mystery Car or similar
    Adelaide Airport
    Mystery Car or similar
  • 31 Aug 2026

    Very easy. Always use vroom vroom

    alison c.
    Booked: Toyota Corolla Hybrid or similar
    Sydney Airport
    Toyota Corolla Hybrid or similar
  • 01 Aug 2026

    Very easy to book.

    dale k.
    Booked: Suzuki Swift or similar
    Brisbane Airport
    Suzuki Swift or similar
  • 07 Aug 2026

    Cheaper than booking direct though the insurance through you was dearer Couldn’t take photos when I got to Brisbane airport rushed through by staff they told me automatic photos were taken as I drove in

    andrew d.
    Booked: Toyota Corolla Hybrid or similar
    Maroochydore Downtown
    Toyota Corolla Hybrid or similar
  • 20 Aug 2026

    I don't hire cars that often but have been using vroom Vroom Vroom for years and always found the experience good.

    gary w.
    Booked: Compact SUV
    Sydney Airport
    Compact SUV
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Quick facts on hiring a car in Preston

🚗 Vehicle typesCar, Crossover, Monospace, Passenger Van, Pick up (double cab), SUV, Sport and Wagon/Estate.
🔑 No. of depotsFive car rental depots in Preston.
✅ Rental brandsAvis, Budget, Hertz, Sixt and Thrifty.

Car models commonly available in Preston

Audi vehicles for hire in Preston

  • AUDI Q2

    AUDI Q2

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Hertz

  • AUDI Q5 INC. GPS

    AUDI Q5 INC. GPS

    5

    4

    3 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Hertz

BMW vehicles for hire in Preston

  • BMW X1

    BMW X1

    5

    5

    1 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Sixt

Ford vehicles for hire in Preston

  • Ford Everest

    Ford Everest

    7

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Sixt

  • Ford Ranger

    Ford Ranger

    5

    4

    4 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Sixt, Thrifty, Hertz

Hyundai vehicles for hire in Preston

  • Hyundai Staria

    Hyundai Staria

    8

    5

    4 small

    Providers

    Budget

Kia vehicles for hire in Preston

  • Kia Carnival

    Kia Carnival

    8

    5

    3 large, 5 small

    Providers

    Sixt, Avis, Thrifty

  • Kia Carnival- Wheelchair Access

    Kia Carnival- Wheelchair Access

    5

    3

    2 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

  • Kia Carnival- Wheelchair Access 6 passengers

    Kia Carnival- Wheelchair Access 6 passengers

    6

    3

    2 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

  • Kia Cerato

    Kia Cerato

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Budget

  • Kia Picanto

    Kia Picanto

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Sixt

  • Kia Rio

    Kia Rio

    5

    4

    2 small

    Providers

    Sixt

  • Kia Sportage

    Kia Sportage

    5

    5

    4 small

    Providers

    Budget, Avis, Thrifty, Hertz

  • Kia Sportage Hybrid

    Kia Sportage HybridHybrid

    5

    5

    4 small

    Providers

    Budget

  • Kia Stonic

    Kia Stonic

    5

    5

    3 small

    Providers

    Budget

Land Rover vehicles for hire in Preston

  • Land Rover Defender

    Land Rover Defender

    7

    4

    3 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Hertz

Mazda vehicles for hire in Preston

  • Mazda CX-3

    Mazda CX-3

    5

    5

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Sixt, Thrifty, Hertz

  • Mazda CX-30

    Mazda CX-30

    5

    4

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

  • Mazda CX-5

    Mazda CX-5

    5

    5

    1 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Sixt, Thrifty, Hertz

Mercedes vehicles for hire in Preston

  • Mercedes SUV GLC

    Mercedes SUV GLC

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Sixt

  • Mercedes-Benz GLC Plug-in Hybrid

    Mercedes-Benz GLC Plug-in HybridHybrid

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Sixt

  • Mercedes-Benz GLC350c Plug-in Hybrid

    Mercedes-Benz GLC350c Plug-in HybridHybrid

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Sixt

  • Mercedes-Benz GLE Class

    Mercedes-Benz GLE Class

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Sixt

Mitsubishi vehicles for hire in Preston

  • 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

Nissan vehicles for hire in Preston

  • Nissan Juke

    Nissan Juke

    5

    5

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Sixt

  • Nissan X Trail Stl

    Nissan X Trail Stl

    5

    4

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Budget

Subaru vehicles for hire in Preston

  • 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 Preston

  • Suzuki Swift

    Suzuki Swift

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Avis, Budget, Thrifty, Hertz

Tesla vehicles for hire in Preston

  • Tesla Model 3

    Tesla Model 3Electric

    5

    5

    2 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Sixt

  • Tesla Model Y

    Tesla Model YElectric

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Sixt

  • Tesla Model Y L

    Tesla Model Y LElectric

    6

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Sixt

Toyota vehicles for hire in Preston

  • 12 Seat Toyota HiAce

    12 Seat Toyota HiAce

    12

    3

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

  • Toyota bZ4X

    Toyota bZ4XElectric

    5

    5

    2 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Sixt

  • Toyota Camry

    Toyota Camry

    5

    4

    4 small

    Providers

    Avis, Budget, Hertz

  • Toyota Camry Hybrid

    Toyota Camry HybridHybrid

    5

    4

    4 small

    Providers

    Avis, Hertz, Sixt, Budget

  • Toyota CH-R

    Toyota CH-R

    5

    5

    3 small

    Providers

    Avis

  • Toyota Corolla

    Toyota Corolla

    5

    5

    3 small

    Providers

    Avis, Thrifty, Hertz

  • Toyota Corolla  Hybrid

    Toyota Corolla HybridHybrid

    5

    4

    3 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

  • Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid

    Toyota Corolla Cross HybridHybrid

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Sixt

  • Toyota Corolla Hatch

    Toyota Corolla Hatch

    5

    5

    3 small

    Providers

    Avis, Sixt

  • Toyota Corolla Hybrid

    Toyota Corolla HybridHybrid

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

  • Toyota Fortuner

    Toyota Fortuner

    5

    4

    3 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

  • TOYOTA GR COROLLA

    TOYOTA GR COROLLA

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Hertz

  • Toyota Kluger

    Toyota Kluger

    5

    5

    4 small

    Providers

    Budget, Thrifty, Hertz, Sixt

  • Toyota Kluger Hybrid

    Toyota Kluger HybridHybrid

    7

    4

    3 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz, Sixt

  • Toyota Land Cruiser 300

    Toyota Land Cruiser 300

    7

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Sixt

  • 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

    4

    4 small

    Providers

    Budget, Sixt, Thrifty, Hertz

  • Toyota Yaris

    Toyota Yaris

    4

    5

    1 large

    Providers

    Budget, Sixt

  • Toyota Yaris Cross Hybrid

    Toyota Yaris Cross HybridHybrid

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Sixt

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Other vehicles for hire in Preston

  • Dual Cab 4WD

    Dual Cab 4WD

    5

    4

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

  • Dual Cab 4WD Lid/Canopy

    Dual Cab 4WD Lid/Canopy

    5

    4

    Providers

    Hertz

  • Jimny XL

    Jimny XL

    4

    4

    1 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Hertz

  • Mine Equip 4WD Dual Cab

    Mine Equip 4WD Dual Cab

    5

    4

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

  • Mystery Car

    Mystery Car

    5

    4

    Providers

    Budget, 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 05 November, 2026

Preston daily rate data

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

05 Nov

$55

$77

Fri

06 Nov

$60

$73

Sat

07 Nov

$60

$73

Sun

08 Nov

$55

$73

Mon

09 Nov

$60

$73

Tue

10 Nov

$57

$73

Wed

11 Nov

$60

$73

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

05 Nov

$57

$77

Fri

06 Nov

$62

$72

Sat

07 Nov

$62

$72

Sun

08 Nov

$57

$72

Mon

09 Nov

$62

$72

Tue

10 Nov

$59

$72

Wed

11 Nov

$62

$72

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

05 Nov

$63

$100

Fri

06 Nov

$72

$100

Sat

07 Nov

$72

$100

Sun

08 Nov

$63

$100

Mon

09 Nov

$72

$100

Tue

10 Nov

$70

$100

Wed

11 Nov

$72

$100

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

05 Nov

$62

$85

Fri

06 Nov

$62

$80

Sat

07 Nov

$62

$80

Sun

08 Nov

$62

$80

Mon

09 Nov

$62

$80

Tue

10 Nov

$62

$80

Wed

11 Nov

$62

$80

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

05 Nov

$62

$100

Fri

06 Nov

$71

$94

Sat

07 Nov

$71

$94

Sun

08 Nov

$62

$94

Mon

09 Nov

$71

$175

Tue

10 Nov

$70

$175

Wed

11 Nov

$71

$175

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

05 Nov

$63

$181

Fri

06 Nov

$72

$181

Sat

07 Nov

$72

$181

Sun

08 Nov

$63

$217

Mon

09 Nov

$72

$181

Tue

10 Nov

$72

$217

Wed

11 Nov

$72

$181

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

05 Nov

$88

$232

Fri

06 Nov

$90

$232

Sat

07 Nov

$90

$232

Sun

08 Nov

$88

$232

Mon

09 Nov

$90

$232

Tue

10 Nov

$90

$232

Wed

11 Nov

$90

$232

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

05 Nov

$84

$105

Fri

06 Nov

$84

$84

Sat

07 Nov

$84

$84

Sun

08 Nov

$98

$105

Mon

09 Nov

$84

$84

Tue

10 Nov

$84

$104

Wed

11 Nov

$84

$84

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

05 Nov

$102

$128

Fri

06 Nov

$103

$137

Sat

07 Nov

$103

$137

Sun

08 Nov

$102

$137

Mon

09 Nov

$103

$134

Tue

10 Nov

$103

$134

Wed

11 Nov

$103

$134

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

05 Nov

$128

$142

Fri

06 Nov

$141

$142

Sat

07 Nov

$141

$142

Sun

08 Nov

$128

$142

Mon

09 Nov

$141

$142

Tue

10 Nov

$141

$142

Wed

11 Nov

$141

$142

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

05 Nov

$219

$255

Fri

06 Nov

$204

$204

Sat

07 Nov

$204

$204

Sun

08 Nov

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

09 Nov

$255

$255

Tue

10 Nov

$255

$255

Wed

11 Nov

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

05 Nov

$110

$146

Fri

06 Nov

$118

$118

Sat

07 Nov

$118

$118

Sun

08 Nov

$110

$146

Mon

09 Nov

$91

$118

Tue

10 Nov

$91

$123

Wed

11 Nov

$91

$118

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

05 Nov

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

06 Nov

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

07 Nov

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

08 Nov

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

09 Nov

$115

$115

Tue

10 Nov

$115

$115

Wed

11 Nov

$115

$115

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

05 Nov

$60

$72

Fri

06 Nov

$62

$62

Sat

07 Nov

$62

$62

Sun

08 Nov

$60

$72

Mon

09 Nov

$62

$62

Tue

10 Nov

$62

$69

Wed

11 Nov

$62

$62

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

05 Nov

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

06 Nov

$75

$75

Sat

07 Nov

$75

$75

Sun

08 Nov

$66

$79

Mon

09 Nov

$75

$75

Tue

10 Nov

$75

$75

Wed

11 Nov

$75

$75

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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 05 November, 2026

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Car rental depots in Preston

Find a convenient car hire depot on the map below.

  • Avis Preston

    Avis Preston

    N/A

    638-644 High St (Metro)

    Mon–Fri 08:00–17:00, w/e 08:00–12:00
  • Budget Car Rental Preston

    Budget Car Rental Preston

    4.6 (4)

    342 Murray Rd (Metro)

    Mon–Fri 08:00–17:00, Sat 08:00–13:00, Sun 08:00–12:00
  • Hertz Preston Downtown

    Hertz Preston Downtown

    N/A

    234-242 High St

    Mon–Fri 07:30–17:00, Sat 08:00–12:00, closed Sun
  • Sixt Preston

    Sixt Preston

    3.7 (4)

    335 Bell Street

    Mon–Fri 08:00–16:30, Sat 08:00–12:00, Sun 08:00–11:00
  • Thrifty Car Rental Preston

    Thrifty Car Rental Preston

    5.0 (3)

    234-242 High St

    Mon–Fri 07:30–17:00, Sat 08:00–12:00, closed Sun

Frequently asked questions

On hiring a car in Preston, Victoria

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

    For a 3-day rental with pickup between 6 and 12 November 2026, prices range from AUD $60 per day for an Economy car to AUD $126 per day for a Fullsize SUV. Enter your planned dates to compare live rental rates for your vehicle in Preston.

  • What is the cheapest car rental in Preston?

    The cheapest car rental in Preston is an Economy car from AUD $60 per day, for a 3-day rental with pickup between 6 and 12 November 2026. 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 Preston?

    Booking your hire car in Preston 12 days beforehand can save you over 3 per cent, based on our own daily rate checks.

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

    A minivan hired in Preston starts from AUD $132 per day before any added extras, for a 3-day rental with pickup between 6 and 12 November 2026. Enter your travel dates and compare live rates for a minivan rental in Preston.

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

    The price of an electric rental car hired in Preston from 6 November to 9 November 2026 ranges from AUD $84 to AUD $137 per day before any added extras. As rates can vary depending on the depot location, please enter your travel dates in the search form to compare live rates, rental car provider options, and depot location.

  • What is the best car rental company in Preston?

    Thrifty is our highest-rated car hire provider in Preston, scoring an average rating of 5 out of 5 based on actual bookings by our customers.

  • What is the cheapest car rental company in Preston?

    Sixt is the cheapest car rental company in Preston, with rates from AUD $60 per day, for a 3-day rental with pickup between 6 and 12 November 2026. Enter your travel dates in the search form and compare live rates from Australia’s most respected rental car providers.

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

    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 Preston 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 Preston and drop off in another location?

    Absolutely. You can pick up your hire car in Preston 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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