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Car rental rates in Rockhampton, Queensland
Rockhampton is a riverside city in Central Queensland, situated close to the coastline between Bundaberg and Mackay. Popular for both its history and nearby beaches, Rockhampton is a smart inclusion on any Queensland coastal road trip.
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Intermediate Car
Kia Cerato or similar
View offerTravel 16 Nov - 23 Nov 2026
from AUD $100/day
Compact SUV
Kia Stonic or similar
View offerTravel 16 Nov - 23 Nov 2026
from AUD $105/day
Intermediate SUV
Kia Sportage or similar
View offerTravel 16 Nov - 23 Nov 2026
from AUD $106/day
Standard Car
Kia Cerato Sedan or similar
View offerTravel 16 Nov - 23 Nov 2026
from AUD $110/day
Fullsize Car
Toyota Camry or similar
View offerTravel 14 Nov - 17 Nov 2026
from AUD $123/day
Fullsize SUV
Toyota Kluger or similar
View offerTravel 14 Nov - 17 Nov 2026
from AUD $147/day
Premium SUV
Mitsubishi Pajero or similar
View offerTravel 14 Nov - 17 Nov 2026
from AUD $172/day
Rental rate prices displayed are AUD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on November 13, 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 in AUD from a search run on 13 November, 2026 — refreshed daily · includes mandatory fees · use the comparison tool for a live quote.
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- 27 Oct 2026michael k.Booked: Mystery Vehicle - Commercial or similarRockhampton Airport
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Quick facts on hiring a car in Rockhampton
| 🚗 Vehicle types | Car, Commercial Van/Truck, Passenger Van, Pick up (double cab) and SUV. |
|---|---|
| 🔑 No. of depots | Three car rental depots in Rockhampton. |
| ✅ Rental brands | Budget, Hertz and Thrifty. |
Car models commonly available in Rockhampton
Ford vehicles for hire in Rockhampton
Ford Ranger
5
4
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Hyundai vehicles for hire in Rockhampton
Hyundai Staria
8
5
4 small
ProvidersBudget
Kia vehicles for hire in Rockhampton
Kia Carnival
8
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Kia Carnival HybridHybrid
8
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty
Kia Cerato
5
5
2 small
ProvidersBudget
Kia Sportage
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz, Budget
Kia Stonic
5
5
3 small
ProvidersBudget
Mazda vehicles for hire in Rockhampton
Mazda CX-3
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Mazda CX-30
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Mazda CX-5
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Mitsubishi vehicles for hire in Rockhampton
Mitsubishi Pajero
5
5
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersBudget
Suzuki vehicles for hire in Rockhampton
Suzuki Swift
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota vehicles for hire in Rockhampton
12 Seat Toyota HiAce
12
3
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Mine Equipped Toyota Landcruiser Single Cab
2
2
ProvidersThrifty
Mine Equipped Toyota Prado
5
4
4 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Premium 4WD - Toyota Landcruiser 200 Series
7
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota Camry
5
4
2 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz, Budget
Toyota Camry HybridHybrid
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersHertz, Budget
Toyota Corolla
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota Corolla HybridHybrid
5
4
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersHertz
Toyota Corolla HybridHybrid
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota Cross HybridHybrid
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota Fortuner
5
4
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota Kluger
5
5
4 small
ProvidersBudget, Thrifty, Hertz
Toyota Kluger HybridHybrid
7
4
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota Landcruiser Prado
7
4
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota RAV4 HybridHybrid
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota Yaris
4
5
1 large
ProvidersBudget
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Other vehicles for hire in Rockhampton
19-22 Cubic Metre Van with Lift
3
2
ProvidersThrifty
6 Cubic Metre Van
2
2
ProvidersThrifty
Mine Equip 4WD Dual Cab
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 13 November, 2026
Rockhampton daily rate data
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
13 Nov
$131
$138
14 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
15 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
16 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
17 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
18 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
19 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
13 Nov
$100
$115
14 Nov
$115
$115
15 Nov
$115
$115
16 Nov
$100
$115
17 Nov
$115
$115
18 Nov
$115
$115
19 Nov
$115
$115
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
13 Nov
$110
$161
14 Nov
$118
$135
15 Nov
$118
$135
16 Nov
$110
$135
17 Nov
$118
$135
18 Nov
$118
$135
19 Nov
$118
$135
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
13 Nov
$105
$151
14 Nov
$122
$122
15 Nov
$122
$122
16 Nov
$105
$122
17 Nov
$122
$122
18 Nov
$122
$122
19 Nov
$122
$122
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
13 Nov
$106
$201
14 Nov
$123
$123
15 Nov
$123
$123
16 Nov
$106
$123
17 Nov
$123
$123
18 Nov
$123
$123
19 Nov
$123
$123
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
13 Nov
$147
$147
14 Nov
$147
$147
15 Nov
$147
$147
16 Nov
$147
$147
17 Nov
$147
$147
18 Nov
$147
$147
19 Nov
$147
$147
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
13 Nov
$172
$172
14 Nov
$172
$172
15 Nov
$172
$172
16 Nov
$172
$172
17 Nov
$172
$172
18 Nov
$172
$172
19 Nov
$172
$172
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 13 November, 2026
Rockhampton Airport car hire
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Regional airports near Rockhampton
Car rental depots in Rockhampton
Find a convenient car hire depot on the map below.
Budget Car Rental Rockhampton
N/A65-75 Canoona Rd (Country)
Mon–Fri 07:30–17:00, Sat 07:30–12:00, Sun 08:00–10:00
Hertz Rockhampton Downtown
4.3 (3)119 Canoona Rd
Mon–Fri 08:00–13:00, closed w/e
Thrifty Car Rental Rockhampton Downtown
N/A119 Canoona Rd
Mon–Fri 08:00–13:00, closed w/e
Frequently asked questions
On hiring a car in Rockhampton, Queensland
How much does it cost to hire a car in Rockhampton?
For a 3-day rental with pickup between 14 and 20 November 2026, prices range from AUD $115 per day for an Intermediate car to AUD $147 per day for a Fullsize SUV. Enter your planned dates to compare live rental rates for your vehicle in Rockhampton.
What is the cheapest car rental in Rockhampton?
The cheapest car rental in Rockhampton is an Intermediate car from AUD $115 per day, for a 3-day rental with pickup between 14 and 20 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 Rockhampton?
Booking your hire car in Rockhampton 7 days beforehand can save you over 1 per cent, based on our own daily rate checks.
What is the best car rental company in Rockhampton?
Hertz is our highest-rated car hire provider in Rockhampton, scoring an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 based on actual bookings by our customers.
What is the cheapest car rental company in Rockhampton?
Thrifty is the cheapest car rental company in Rockhampton, with rates from AUD $114 per day, for a 3-day rental with pickup between 14 and 20 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 Rockhampton?
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 Rockhampton 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.
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