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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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Economy Car
Suzuki Swift or similar
View offerTravel 01 Oct - 08 Oct 2026
from AUD $89/day
Compact Car
Toyota Corolla or similar
View offerTravel 01 Oct - 08 Oct 2026
from AUD $92/day
Economy SUV
Mazda CX-3 or similar
View offerTravel 01 Oct - 08 Oct 2026
from AUD $98/day
Intermediate Car
Kia Cerato or similar
View offerTravel 01 Oct - 08 Oct 2026
from AUD $100/day
Compact SUV
Mazda CX-30 or similar
View offerTravel 01 Oct - 08 Oct 2026
from AUD $100/day
Intermediate SUV
Kia Sportage or similar
View offerTravel 01 Oct - 08 Oct 2026
from AUD $106/day
Fullsize Commercial Van/Truck
19-22 Cubic Metre Van with Lift or similar
View offerTravel 01 Oct - 08 Oct 2026
from AUD $106/day
Standard Car
Toyota Corolla Sedan or similar
View offerTravel 01 Oct - 08 Oct 2026
from AUD $107/day
Compact Commercial Van/Truck
6 Cubic Metre Van or similar
View offerTravel 01 Oct - 08 Oct 2026
from AUD $117/day
Rental rate prices displayed are AUD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on September 28, 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 28 September, 2026
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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 | Four car rental depots in Rockhampton. |
| ✅ Rental brands | Avis, 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 Cerato
5
5
2 small
ProvidersBudget
Kia Sportage
5
5
4 small
ProvidersBudget, Thrifty, Hertz
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 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
4 small
ProvidersBudget, Hertz
Toyota Camry HybridHybrid
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersHertz
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
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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 28 September, 2026
Rockhampton daily rate data
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
28 Sep
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
29 Sep
$138
$143
30 Sep
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
01 Oct
$89
$121
02 Oct
$113
$120
03 Oct
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
04 Oct
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
28 Sep
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
29 Sep
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
30 Sep
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
01 Oct
$100
$115
02 Oct
$115
$115
03 Oct
$115
$115
04 Oct
$115
$115
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
28 Sep
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
29 Sep
$180
$190
30 Sep
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
01 Oct
$107
$153
02 Oct
$118
$153
03 Oct
$118
$135
04 Oct
$118
$135
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
28 Sep
$105
$122
29 Sep
$122
$157
30 Sep
$122
$122
01 Oct
$98
$132
02 Oct
$122
$137
03 Oct
$122
$122
04 Oct
$122
$122
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
28 Sep
$106
$123
29 Sep
$123
$237
30 Sep
$123
$123
01 Oct
$106
$191
02 Oct
$123
$191
03 Oct
$123
$123
04 Oct
$123
$123
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
28 Sep
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
29 Sep
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
30 Sep
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
01 Oct
$140
$157
02 Oct
$147
$252
03 Oct
$147
$147
04 Oct
$147
$147
Next 7 days rates
Per day price range
28 Sep
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
29 Sep
$238
$274
30 Sep
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
01 Oct
$184
$207
02 Oct
$249
$334
03 Oct
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
04 Oct
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
28 Sep
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
29 Sep
$221
$236
30 Sep
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
01 Oct
$213
$236
02 Oct
$221
$232
03 Oct
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
04 Oct
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
28 Sep
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
29 Sep
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
30 Sep
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
01 Oct
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
02 Oct
$245
$265
03 Oct
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
04 Oct
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 28 September, 2026
Rockhampton Airport car hire
Are you flying into Rockhampton?
Consider collecting your vehicle from the airport. We work with a range of car hire providers at Rockhampton Airport (ROK).
Regional airports near Rockhampton
Car rental depots in Rockhampton
Find a convenient car hire depot on the map below.
Avis Rockhampton City
N/A83 Canoona Rd
Mon–Fri 07:30–17:00, w/e 08:00–12:00
Budget 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 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 rental period from 1 October to 8 October 2026, prices range from AUD $89 per day for an Economy Car to AUD $172 per day for an Intermediate 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 for the rental period from 1 October to 8 October 2026 is a Suzuki Swift or similar from Thrifty costing AUD $89 per day. 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 12 days beforehand can save you over 2 per cent, based on our own daily rate checks.
How much does it cost to hire a Minivan or People Mover in Rockhampton?
A minivan hired in Rockhampton from 1 October to 8 October 2026 costs AUD $213 per day before any added extras. Enter your travel dates and compare live rates for a minivan rental in Rockhampton.
What is the highest-rated hire car in Rockhampton?
The highest-rated rental car in Rockhampton is Toyota Camry Hybrid or similar, based on ratings by our customers within the last 12 months.
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 based on our rolling weekly search data. 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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