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Car rental rates in Preston

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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From $55/day

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Compact CarThrifty

From $58/day

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From $62/day

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From $65/day

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From $66/day

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From $70/day

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Rental rate prices displayed are AUD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on March 19, 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 19 March, 2024

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Our customers have rated their Preston car rental booking experience 4.4/5
(28 reviews)
  • 31 Dec 2023

    Used this again great and easy to use

    robert i.
    Booked: Mitsubishi Pajero Sport 4WD or similar
    Rockhampton Airport
    Mitsubishi Pajero Sport 4WD or similar
  • 09 Feb 2024

    efficient

    richard g.
    Booked: Mystery Car or similar
    Adelaide Airport
    Mystery Car or similar
  • 07 Feb 2024

    Easy process

    kit yng l.
    Booked: Mystery Car Vehicle Determined At Checkout or similar
    Sydney Airport
    Mystery Car Vehicle Determined At Checkout or similar
  • 27 Jan 2024

    Easy booking

    paramjeet s.
    Booked: Vehicle determined upon pick-up (Compact or Larger) or similar
    Adelaide Airport
    Vehicle determined upon pick-up (Compact or Larger) or similar
  • 23 Jan 2024

    Easy to navigate and plenty of choice

    peter b.
    Booked: Kia Sportage or similar
    Gold Coast Airport
    Kia Sportage or similar
  • 20 Jan 2024

    Was quick and easy

    patti s.
    Booked: MG MG3 or similar
    Sydney Domestic Airport
    MG MG3 or similar
  • 05 Feb 2024

    Simple and quick

    cameron d.
    Booked: Suzuki Swift or similar
    Adelaide
    Suzuki Swift or similar
  • 08 Mar 2024

    Easy

    stephen n.
    Booked: Kia Stonic or similar
    Hobart City
    Kia Stonic or similar
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Quick facts on hiring a car in Preston

🚗 Vehicle typesCar, Crossover, Monospace, Passenger Van, SUV and Ute.
🔑 No. of depotsFive car rental depots in Preston.
✅ Rental brandsAvis, Budget, Hertz, Sixt and Thrifty.

Car models commonly available in Preston

Popular rental car models in Preston last month

  • % of Bookings
    Price range last month
  • 1

    33%

    $55
    $55
    Ford Fiesta

    Ford FiestaEconomy Car

    4

    5

    1 large, 2 small

    Rent with

    Budget

  • 2

    20%

    $40
    $40
    Toyota Yaris

    Toyota YarisEconomy Car

    5

    5

    2 small

    Rent with

    Sixt

  • 3

    13%

    $69
    $84
    Suzuki Swift

    Suzuki SwiftEconomy Car

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Rent with

    Thrifty, Hertz

  • 4

    7%

    $47
    $47
    Toyota Camry Hybrid

    Toyota Camry HybridFullsize Car

    5

    5

    3 large, 5 small

    Rent with

    Sixt

  • 5

    7%

    $70
    $70
    Mitsubishi ASX

    Mitsubishi ASXCompact SUV

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Rent with

    Thrifty

Audi vehicles for hire in Preston

  • Audi Q2

    Audi Q2

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Hertz

    Audi Q3 Hybrid

    Audi Q3 HybridHybrid

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Sixt

  • Audi Q5

    Audi Q5

    5

    4

    3 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Hertz

    Audi Q7

    Audi Q7

    7

    4

    3 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Hertz

BMW vehicles for hire in Preston

  • BMW X3

    BMW X3

    5

    5

    4 large, 6 small

    Providers

    Sixt

Ford vehicles for hire in Preston

  • Ford Fiesta

    Ford Fiesta

    4

    5

    1 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Budget

    Ford Ranger

    Ford Ranger

    5

    5

    3 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

Hyundai vehicles for hire in Preston

  • Hyundai i30

    Hyundai i30

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

    Hyundai Kona

    Hyundai Kona

    5

    5

    1 small

    Providers

    Budget, Sixt

Isuzu vehicles for hire in Preston

  • Isuzu MU-X

    Isuzu MU-X

    7

    5

    4 large, 6 small

    Providers

    Sixt

Kia vehicles for hire in Preston

  • Kia Carnival

    Kia Carnival

    8

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Budget, Sixt, Thrifty, Hertz, Avis

    Kia Carnival- Wheelchair Access

    Kia Carnival- Wheelchair Access

    5

    5

    2 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

  • Kia Carnival- Wheelchair Access 6 passengers

    Kia Carnival- Wheelchair Access 6 passengers

    6

    2

    2 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Hertz

    Kia Cerato

    Kia Cerato

    5

    5

    3 small

    Providers

    Avis, Budget, Sixt

  • Kia Picanto

    Kia Picanto

    5

    5

    1 large, 3 small

    Providers

    Sixt

    Kia Rio

    Kia Rio

    5

    4

    2 large, 3 small

    Providers

    Sixt

  • Kia Sportage

    Kia Sportage

    5

    5

    4 small

    Providers

    Avis, Thrifty, Hertz

Mazda vehicles for hire in Preston

  • 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

Mercedes vehicles for hire in Preston

  • Mercedes  C200

    Mercedes C200

    5

    5

    3 large, 5 small

    Providers

    Sixt

MG vehicles for hire in Preston

  • MG HS

    MG HS

    5

    5

    3 large, 5 small

    Providers

    Sixt

Mitsubishi vehicles for hire in Preston

  • Mitsubishi ASX

    Mitsubishi ASX

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

    Mitsubishi Pajero Sport GLX

    Mitsubishi Pajero Sport GLX

    5

    5

    3 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

Nissan vehicles for hire in Preston

  • Nissan X-Trail

    Nissan X-Trail

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Budget

Suzuki vehicles for hire in Preston

  • Suzuki Swift

    Suzuki Swift

    4

    5

    1 small

    Providers

    Budget, Thrifty, Hertz

Tesla vehicles for hire in Preston

  • Tesla Model 3

    Tesla Model 3Electric

    5

    5

    3 large, 5 small

    Providers

    Sixt

    Tesla Model Y

    Tesla Model YElectric

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Sixt

Toyota vehicles for hire in Preston

  • 12 Seat Toyota HiAce

    12 Seat Toyota HiAce

    12

    4

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

    Toyota Camry

    Toyota Camry

    5

    4

    4 small

    Providers

    Avis, Budget, Hertz

  • Toyota Camry Hybrid

    Toyota Camry HybridHybrid

    5

    5

    3 large, 5 small

    Providers

    Sixt, Hertz

    Toyota Corolla

    Toyota Corolla

    5

    4

    3 small

    Providers

    Avis, Budget, Hertz

  • Toyota Corolla Hatch

    Toyota Corolla Hatch

    5

    5

    2 large, 3 small

    Providers

    Sixt, Avis

    Toyota Corolla Hybrid

    Toyota Corolla HybridHybrid

    5

    4

    1 large, 1 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

  • Toyota Kluger

    Toyota Kluger

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Budget, Sixt

    Toyota Kluger Hybrid

    Toyota Kluger HybridHybrid

    7

    4

    3 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

  • 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, Budget, Sixt

  • Toyota Rav 4

    Toyota Rav 4

    5

    4

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Avis

    Toyota RAV4

    Toyota RAV4

    5

    5

    3 large, 5 small

    Providers

    Sixt

  • Toyota RAV4 Hybrid

    Toyota RAV4 HybridHybrid

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

    Toyota Yaris

    Toyota Yaris

    5

    5

    2 small

    Providers

    Sixt

  • Toyota Yaris Cross

    Toyota Yaris Cross

    5

    5

    1 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Sixt

Other vehicles for hire in Preston

  • Cupra Leon V

    Cupra Leon VHybrid

    5

    5

    2 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Sixt

    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

    Mine Equip 4WD Dual Cab

    Mine Equip 4WD Dual Cab

    5

    4

    Providers

    Thrifty, Hertz

  • Mystery Car

    Mystery Car

    5

    4

    1 large, 2 small

    Providers

    Hertz

    VW Tiguan

    VW Tiguan

    5

    5

    2 large, 3 small

    Providers

    Sixt

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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 19 March, 2024

Preston daily rate data

Price range over the past 12 months for a small car

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

19 Mar

$75

$82

Wed

20 Mar

$55

$82

Thu

21 Mar

$75

$82

Fri

22 Mar

$55

$82

Sat

23 Mar

$55

$82

Sun

24 Mar

$75

$82

Mon

25 Mar

$69

$82

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

19 Mar

$75

$81

Wed

20 Mar

$62

$85

Thu

21 Mar

$75

$85

Fri

22 Mar

$62

$85

Sat

23 Mar

$62

$85

Sun

24 Mar

$75

$85

Mon

25 Mar

$75

$85

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

19 Mar

$77

$119

Wed

20 Mar

$71

$119

Thu

21 Mar

$77

$119

Fri

22 Mar

$71

$119

Sat

23 Mar

$71

$119

Sun

24 Mar

$77

$119

Mon

25 Mar

$77

$119

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

19 Mar

$66

$66

Wed

20 Mar

$66

$93

Thu

21 Mar

$66

$93

Fri

22 Mar

$66

$93

Sat

23 Mar

$66

$93

Sun

24 Mar

$66

$93

Mon

25 Mar

$66

$81

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

19 Mar

$77

$77

Wed

20 Mar

$70

$86

Thu

21 Mar

$77

$77

Fri

22 Mar

$70

$86

Sat

23 Mar

$70

$86

Sun

24 Mar

$77

$77

Mon

25 Mar

$77

$81

Price range over the past 12 months for a medium SUV

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

19 Mar

$79

$98

Wed

20 Mar

$73

$98

Thu

21 Mar

$79

$98

Fri

22 Mar

$73

$98

Sat

23 Mar

$73

$98

Sun

24 Mar

$79

$98

Mon

25 Mar

$79

$98

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

19 Mar

$88

$219

Wed

20 Mar

$88

$225

Thu

21 Mar

$88

$219

Fri

22 Mar

$88

$225

Sat

23 Mar

$88

$219

Sun

24 Mar

$88

$219

Mon

25 Mar

$88

$241

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

19 Mar

$237

$249

Wed

20 Mar

$77

$249

Thu

21 Mar

$77

$249

Fri

22 Mar

$72

$249

Sat

23 Mar

$72

$249

Sun

24 Mar

$72

$249

Mon

25 Mar

$72

$262

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

19 Mar

$93

$112

Wed

20 Mar

$81

$112

Thu

21 Mar

$81

$97

Fri

22 Mar

$80

$99

Sat

23 Mar

$81

$97

Sun

24 Mar

$80

$99

Mon

25 Mar

$81

$97

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

19 Mar

$144

$239

Wed

20 Mar

$239

$239

Thu

21 Mar

$239

$239

Fri

22 Mar

$239

$240

Sat

23 Mar

$239

$248

Sun

24 Mar

$239

$240

Mon

25 Mar

$239

$251

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

19 Mar

$167

$175

Wed

20 Mar

$167

$286

Thu

21 Mar

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

22 Mar

$123

$167

Sat

23 Mar

$163

$167

Sun

24 Mar

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

25 Mar

$167

$286

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

19 Mar

$177

$185

Wed

20 Mar

$177

$177

Thu

21 Mar

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

22 Mar

$132

$177

Sat

23 Mar

$177

$213

Sun

24 Mar

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

25 Mar

$177

$213

Next 7 days rates

Per day price range

Today

19 Mar

$83

$83

Wed

20 Mar

$83

$83

Thu

21 Mar

$83

$83

Fri

22 Mar

$82

$83

Sat

23 Mar

$83

$83

Sun

24 Mar

$82

$83

Mon

25 Mar

$83

$83

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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 19 March, 2024

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Car rental depots in Preston

Car hire depots in Preston are marked on the map below.

Opening hours are provided by the depots and are subject to change.
  • Avis Preston

    638-644 High Street, Preston VIC, 3072

    Today •8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    monday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    tuesday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    wednesday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    thursday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    friday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    saturday

    8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    sunday

    8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

  • Budget Preston

    342 Murray Rd, Preston VIC, 3072

    Today •8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    monday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    tuesday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    wednesday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    thursday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    friday

    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    saturday

    8:00 AM - 1:00 PM

    sunday

    8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    3.60 • 1 rating

    4

    Service

    3

    Information

    4

    Accessibility

    4

    Vehicle

    3

    Presentation

  • Hertz Preston Downtown

    234-242 High St, Preston VIC, 3072

    Today •7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

    monday

    7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

    tuesday

    7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

    wednesday

    7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

    thursday

    7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

    friday

    7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

    saturday

    8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    sunday

    Closed

  • Sixt Preston

    335 Bell Street, Preston VIC, 3072

    Today •8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

    monday

    8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

    tuesday

    8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

    wednesday

    8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

    thursday

    8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

    friday

    8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

    saturday

    8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    sunday

    8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

    3.50 • 2 ratings

    3

    Service

    5

    Information

    4

    Accessibility

    3

    Vehicle

    5

    Presentation

  • Thrifty Preston

    234-242 High St, Preston VIC, 3072

    Today •7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

    monday

    7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

    tuesday

    7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

    wednesday

    7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

    thursday

    7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

    friday

    7:30 AM - 5:00 PM

    saturday

    8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    sunday

    Closed

    5.00 • 2 ratings

    5

    Service

    5

    Information

    5

    Accessibility

    5

    Vehicle

    5

    Presentation

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Frequently asked questions

On hiring a car in Preston, Victoria

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

    Prices start at AUD $55 per day for an Economy Car, up to AUD $249 per day for a Premium SUV. Get a live rate for your planned dates and desired vehicle in Preston.

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

    If you are looking for a Luxury SUV option, the rate is AUD $86 per day. Make sure to check a live rate for your desired car hire dates in Preston.

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

    If you prefer to plug your car in rather than fill it up, an Electric Car costs between AUD $80 and AUD $99 per day. Enter your car hire dates and find a live rate for your desired Electric Car in Preston.

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

    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 $239 per day. Check for a live rate by entering your desired car hire dates in Preston.

  • What is the highest-rated hire car in Preston?

    The highest-rated rental car in Preston is Mitsubishi ASX or similar, based on ratings by our customers within the last 12 months.

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

    Thrifty is the highest-rated car hire provider in Preston, based on ratings by our customers.

  • 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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