Car hire in Brendale
Compare 1 rental brands across 1 Brendale depots — pay at pickup, free cancellation.
111K+ reviews
Bookings
Trusted since 2001
Cheapest rate today, by vehicle class in Brendale
Fast-growing Brendale is an industrial suburb around 25 kilometres to the north of Brisbane, four kilometres south of Strathpine, and 11 kilometres south of Kallangur. Renting your hire car in Brendale gives you easy access to the Gateway Arterial Road and the Bruce Highway. Let VroomVroomVroom make searching, comparing and booking an affordable hire car for pick up in Brendale easy. With our easy to use search function you can search for and book your hire car in as little as two minutes.
Standard SUV
Mazda Cx5 or similar
View offerTravel 25 Oct - 28 Oct 2026
from AUD $82/day
Compact Car
Mg 3 Core or similar
View offerTravel 22 Oct - 25 Oct 2026
from AUD $66/day
Compact SUV
Mazda Cx3 or similar
View offerTravel 22 Oct - 25 Oct 2026
from AUD $66/day
Intermediate Car
Mazda 3 or similar
View offerTravel 22 Oct - 25 Oct 2026
from AUD $67/day
Intermediate SUV
Subaru Crosstrek or similar
View offerTravel 22 Oct - 25 Oct 2026
from AUD $69/day
Fullsize SUV
Ford Everest or similar
View offerTravel 22 Oct - 25 Oct 2026
from AUD $130/day
Rental rate prices displayed are AUD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on October 21, 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.
All rates are in AUD, include mandatory fees, and were last updated on 21 October, 2026. Use the search tool for a live quote.
Brendale price guide
Daily rates by vehicle type
- One of five classes sits below its usual level this week — compact SUVs are the cheapest at $66/day.
- The typical Brendale hire is 5 days, so a standard SUV at $81.17/day is about $405.85 for the trip.
- Standard SUVs are the most booked class (33.3%) but not the cheapest — compact cars are $15/day less.
| Vehicle type | 2025 range Calculated using the middle 90% of daily rates over 2025 to show typical seasonal variation. | This week Compared against the 7-day rolling median rate for this vehicle category. Individual booking dates, pickup locations, and provider availability will alter final pricing. |
|---|---|---|
| CARS | ||
Compact car | 2025 range $55 - $105/dayCalculated using the middle 90% of daily rates over 2025 to show typical seasonal variation. | This week Compared against the 7-day rolling median rate for this vehicle category. Individual booking dates, pickup locations, and provider availability will alter final pricing. $66 · about usual |
Intermediate car | 2025 range $56 - $132/day | This week $67 · about usual |
| SUVS | ||
Compact SUV | 2025 range $58 - $142/day | This week $66 · cheaper than usual |
Intermediate SUV | 2025 range $60 - $129/day | This week $69 · about usual |
Standard SUVMost booked | 2025 range $74 - $174/day | This week $81 · about usual |
| UTES | ||
| PEOPLE MOVERS | ||
Calculated using the middle 90% of 3-day rates. Calculation updated daily.
Cheapest provider this week
Only on VroomVroomVroom- Europcar is the only brand with rates this week, at $66/day.
- The cheapest is also the best rated: Europcar scores 4.4 from 1 renter.
| Provider | Cheapest this week | Renter ratings | Compare prices |
|---|---|---|---|
| Europcar | $66/day | 4.4 out of 5 (1 review) | Check prices for Europcar → |
Lowest available rate for a 3-day rental over the next seven days. Rates calculated daily.
Rates shown are indicative daily estimates based on historical booking data. 12-month ranges represent typical market pricing (excluding extreme top and bottom outliers). Actual prices fluctuate in real time based on availability, lead time, season, and location, and may exclude optional add-ons, local taxes, or young driver fees.
Which type of hire car in Brendale is right for you?
| Best for | Vehicle type | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Long-term and between-cars hirer | Compact or intermediate car (Mg 3 Core, Mazda Cx3) | If you need a rental car for weeks rather than days, be it for between cars, after an accident, or while something sits in the workshop, Brendale is a good option. Be sure to compare weekly and monthly prices and if there’s any minimum term, as Terms and Conditions can vary by provider. |
| Value-first local hirer | Economy or compact car (Suzuki Swift, Toyota Corolla, Mazda CX-30) | If you’re after an economical hire in Brisbane’s north, Brendale is a good spot to rent an affordable small car, especially for off-peak bargain hunters. If you can’t find the vehicle you’re after in Brendale, Kallangur is 11 kilometres to the north and is home to Hertz and Thrifty rental car depots. |
Flying into Brisbane Airport?
Brisbane Airport (BNE) is 23 km south of Brendale, about 30 minutes via the M1, with 11 rental brands on- and off-airport. Airport pickup averaged $105/day in 2025 against $64 off-airport — compare both before you lock it in.
Need to rent a car in Strathpine or Kallangur?
- Brendale to Kallangur · 20 min via Leitchs & Gympie roads
Brendale has just the one rental provider, Europcar. If you’re after more car hire options, while Strathpine has no rental car depots, there are Hertz and Thrifty depots in Kallangur, some 11 kilometres to the north.
Car rental depots in Brendale
Europcar is the one rental car provider in Brendale itself, while Hertz and Thrifty have depots in Kallangur, around 11 kilometres further to the north.
Europcar Brisbane Brendale
4.4 (1)Corner South Pine Rd & Leitchs Rd
Mon–Fri 07:30–17:00, w/e 08:00–12:00
Car hire around Brendale
While there are plenty of places to rent a car in the northern reaches of Brisbane, aside from Brisbane Airport, Boondall and North Lakes are the closest clusters to Brendale.
Elsewhere in Queensland: Gold Coast · Sunshine Coast
Local expert tips when renting a car in Brendale
Behind the wheel itself? Our Brendale driving tips cover road rules, parking and local quirks
Toll roads near Brendale
Gateway Motorway and the AirportlinkM7 are the two toll roads you’re most likely to encounter driving around Brendale, but mostly only if you’re driving towards Brisbane Airport. Be sure to check with your rental car provider regarding their policy regarding toll roads.
Parking in Brendale
A part of the City of Moreton Bay, parking is free across most public streets in Brendale, but the local council enforces strict time limits (such as 1P or 2P restrictions). Pay attention to signage when parking as the fees can be high.
No availability?
If you can’t find the rental car you want in Brendale, the closest alternative are the Hertz and Thrifty depots on Briggs Ct in Kallangur, around 11 kilometres to the north.
Train from the plane
If you fly into Brisbane Airport, you can catch the Airtrain to Eagle Junction then change to a northbound train, alighting at Strathpine. The Europcar depot in Brendale is a seven-minute walk from Strathpine Railway Station.
Get back to nature
The almost 400 hectare Tinchi Tamba Wetlands Reserve is part of a network of coastal wetlands on the edge of Moreton Bay, and is just nine kilometres to the north east of Brendale. It offers a variety of walking trails and is a good spot for wildlife spotting.
Save on fuel cost
Rental car providers typically require their car be returned with a full tank of petrol, and our free fuel price comparison app can help you find a less expensive price to fill up.
Also need a campervan or a ute?
Campervan hire in Brisbane
Compare Apollo, Britz, JUCY and more. Deposit or upfront payment applies to campervans.
Compare campervans →
Ute, van & truck hire in Brisbane
Moving or hauling? Compare commercial vehicles — pay at pickup.
Compare commercials →Brendale car hire FAQs
How much does it cost to hire a car in Brendale?
For a 3-day rental with pickup between 22 and 28 October 2026, prices range from AUD $66 per day for a Compact car to AUD $82 per day for a Standard SUV. Enter your planned dates to compare live rental rates for your vehicle in Brendale.
What is the cheapest car rental in Brendale?
The cheapest car rental in Brendale is a Compact car from AUD $66 per day, for a 3-day rental with pickup between 22 and 28 October 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 Brendale?
Booking your hire car in Brendale 3 days beforehand can save you over 7 per cent, based on our own daily rate checks.
Which Brendale location should I collect from?
Europcar is the one rental car provider in Brendale itself, while Hertz and Thrifty both have depots in Kallangur, around 11 kilometres to the north.
Can I hire a van or ute in Brendale?
No. The closest rental car depots to Brendale that rent utes and vans are in Kallangur (11 kilometres to the north) and North Lakes (17 kilometres to the north).
Is there a Europcar in Brendale?
Yes. The Europcar depot in Brendale is located on the north west corner of South Pine Rd and Leitchs Rd. It is open Monday to Friday 07:30 – 17:00 and Saturday and Sunday 08:00 – 12:00.
Have a question we haven’t answered?
Why book your Brendale car hire with VroomVroomVroom?
5/5 · SUZI N. · Oct 2026
Quick. great
Booked: Passenger Van
Canberra Airport
5/5 · Micheal H. · Sep 2026
quick and easy
Booked: Passenger Van
Adelaide Airport
3/5 · Christian H. · Aug 2026
previously quoted price was cheaper
Booked: Passenger Van
Brisbane Airport
4/5 · Karin P. · Jul 2026
Good so far
Booked: Passenger Van
Sunshine Coast Airport (Maroochydore)
5/5 · Olmedo D. · Aug 2026
I always rely on VVV to book my car rental when travelling, they get the best deals Australia wide and most times the car are what you book (I know it's up to the car company). Highly recommend to try on your next travel booking....
Booked: Passenger Van
Sydney Airport
5/5 · Kevin A. · Aug 2026
Very easy to book, great web site
Booked: Passenger Van
Adelaide Airport
4/5 · Pennie W. · Aug 2026
Easy enough
Booked: Passenger Van
Sunshine Coast Airport (Maroochydore)
5/5 · HAYTHEM T. · Aug 2026
Very easy
Booked: Passenger Van
Sydney
Recent verified reviews.
25+ years of car hire
Comparing Australian rentals since 2001.
Reliability
Book now, pay at pickup on standard cars.
Compare top brands
Find it cheaper and we’ll match it.
World-class support
Real people, Australian hours, every day.
Plan your Queensland road trip
Brisbane → Sunshine Coast
Explore the best of south east Queensland on this six-day road trip from Brisbane to the Sunshine Coast. Follow the coast through Bribie Island, Caloundra and Noosa, then drive inland to discover the Blackall Range, charming villages, waterfalls, the Glass House Mountains and Australia Zoo.
Brisbane → Cairns
Drive from Brisbane to Cairns on a 13-day road trip packed with beaches, islands, rainforests and coastal towns. Follow the Bruce Highway north via the Sunshine Coast, K’gari, Airlie Beach and the Whitsundays, before finishing among the tropical landscapes and attractions of Cairns.
24 hours in Brisbane
See the best of Brisbane in just 24 hours with this self-drive loop around the capital. Enjoy Mount Coot-tha’s panoramic views, explore the Brisbane CBD and its riverside gardens, browse galleries and neighbourhoods including New Farm, and finish the day amid the restaurants and nightlife of South Bank.
