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About Budget car rental

Budget has supplied vehicles to value-minded customers since 1958, with hire car centres around the globe, including over 240 locations in Australia. If booking a Budget vehicle, you can score Frequent Flyer points, so make sure you enter your details when booking to claim these rewards.

Rated the “Most Trusted Car Rental Brand" by Readers Digest in 2021, Budget focuses on budget-minded customers who are looking to hire a great car an an equally great price. Budget offer a full range of consumer vehicles, from compact and standard cars through to 4WDs and luxury vehicles. A Budget rental counter can be found at all major Australian airports as well as at hundreds of other locations across the country.

Budget shares the same owner as Avis, so if you’re trying to find their car hire desk at an airport and can’t find it, look for Avis as they’ll most likely be close to one another.

Why book a Budget vehicle?

  • Rated “Most Trusted Car Rental Brand" by Readers Digest in 2021.

  • Over 240 Australian locations, including major and regional airports.

  • Wide selection of depots across Australia.

  • Frequent Flyer points awarded on bookings.

  • Compact and standard cars, 4WDs, luxury vehicles, and people movers all available.

YOU’RE IN GOOD COMPANY

Here’s what VroomVroomVroom customers think

Our customers have rated their Budget car rental booking experience 4.8/5
(11,764 reviews)
  • 28 Nov 2024

    Very easy to use service... quick and done highly recommended

    james w.
    Booked: Mystery Car Vehicle Determined At Checkout or similar
    Revesby
    Mystery Car Vehicle Determined At Checkout or similar
  • 27 Nov 2024

    Ease of booking

    kathleen d.
    Booked: Mystery Car Vehicle Determined At Checkout or similar
    Geelong
    Mystery Car Vehicle Determined At Checkout or similar
  • 18 Nov 2024

    It was so easy to book.. never confusing… I was very happy

    helen c.
    Booked: Kia Stonic or similar
    Mordialloc Downtown Cars
    Kia Stonic or similar
  • 18 Nov 2024

    Simple easy to follow

    julie r.
    Booked: Mystery Car Vehicle Determined At Checkout or similar
    Adelaide Airport
    Mystery Car Vehicle Determined At Checkout or similar
  • 15 Nov 2024

    Ease of Booking. Always reliable.

    russell a.
    Booked: Kia Cerato or similar
    Melbourne Airport
    Kia Cerato or similar
  • 07 Nov 2024

    Easy to use

    robert t.
    Booked: Kia Cerato or similar
    Brisbane Airport
    Kia Cerato or similar
  • 01 Nov 2024

    Great

    gianni c.
    Booked: Kia Cerato or similar
    Brisbane Airport
    Kia Cerato or similar
  • 31 Oct 2024

    It is so easy to arrange a h[re car. the staff are very polite and knowledgeable.

    john m.
    Booked: Mystery Car Vehicle Determined At Checkout or similar
    Melbourne Airport
    Mystery Car Vehicle Determined At Checkout or similar
  • 29 Oct 2024

    Easy to navigate

    sophie m.
    Booked: Kia Cerato or similar
    Darwin Airport
    Kia Cerato or similar
  • 29 Oct 2024

    quick and pay later

    jennifer b.
    Booked: Kia Stonic or similar
    Brookvale
    Kia Stonic or similar
  • 28 Oct 2024

    Quick and easy booking

    atika k.
    Booked: Kia Stonic or similar
    Busselton Margaret River Airport
    Kia Stonic or similar
  • 26 Oct 2024

    It's always easy

    felicity w.
    Booked: Suzuki Swift or similar
    Adelaide Airport
    Suzuki Swift or similar
  • 25 Oct 2024

    Easy to use web site

    emil d.
    Booked: Kia Sportage or similar
    Mackay Airport
    Kia Sportage or similar
  • 23 Oct 2024

    Very easy to do

    david a.
    Booked: Hyundai Staria or similar
    Albury
    Hyundai Staria or similar
  • 22 Oct 2024

    Easy to use

    tegan m.
    Booked: Suzuki Swift or similar
    Darwin Airport
    Suzuki Swift or similar
  • 21 Oct 2024

    great service

    ian v.
    Booked: Mystery Car Vehicle Determined At Checkout or similar
    Townsville Airport
    Mystery Car Vehicle Determined At Checkout or similar
  • 20 Oct 2024

    Quick and clear

    alistair b.
    Booked: Toyota Prado or similar
    Ballina Airport
    Toyota Prado or similar
  • 19 Oct 2024

    Easy

    barry d.
    Booked: Toyota Camry or similar
    Melbourne Airport
    Toyota Camry or similar
  • 09 Oct 2024

    Website easy to use

    margaret jodie c.
    Booked: Kia Sportage or similar
    Adelaide
    Kia Sportage or similar
  • 09 Oct 2024

    Thanks

    david c.
    Booked: Mystery Car Vehicle Determined At Checkout or similar
    Canberra
    Mystery Car Vehicle Determined At Checkout or similar
  • 07 Oct 2024

    Super easy

    kirsten m.
    Booked: Mystery Car Vehicle Determined At Checkout or similar
    Perth Airport
    Mystery Car Vehicle Determined At Checkout or similar
  • 07 Oct 2024

    Quick, easy

    john s.
    Booked: Suzuki Swift or similar
    Launceston Airport
    Suzuki Swift or similar
  • 04 Oct 2024

    Easy

    grant v.
    Booked: Toyota Camry or similar
    Darwin
    Toyota Camry or similar
  • 04 Oct 2024

    So easy to process

    jack r.
    Booked: Kia Cerato or similar
    Mornington
    Kia Cerato or similar
  • 03 Oct 2024

    Love it so easy booked hire care. Thanks

    bounnary m.
    Booked: Kia Cerato or similar
    Campbelltown Downtown Cars
    Kia Cerato or similar
  • 02 Oct 2024

    Easy

    lisa b.
    Booked: Mystery Car Vehicle Determined At Checkout or similar
    Townsville Airport
    Mystery Car Vehicle Determined At Checkout or similar
  • 02 Oct 2024

    Simple streamlined booking

    robyn r.
    Booked: Kia Cerato or similar
    Gold Coast Airport
    Kia Cerato or similar
  • 02 Oct 2024

    Simple and easy

    peter c.
    Booked: Suzuki Swift or similar
    Adelaide
    Suzuki Swift or similar
  • 30 Sep 2024

    Easy and well laid out

    peter l.
    Booked: Mystery Car Vehicle Determined At Checkout or similar
    Canberra Airport
    Mystery Car Vehicle Determined At Checkout or similar
  • 29 Sep 2024

    Easy to navigate and competitive prices

    kenneth h.
    Booked: Kia Sportage or similar
    Launceston Airport
    Kia Sportage or similar
  • 28 Sep 2024

    Very efficient

    robert l.
    Booked: Toyota Camry or similar
    Canberra Airport
    Toyota Camry or similar
  • 25 Sep 2024

    Love the freedom of cancelling with no penalty, and pay at pickup.

    kathryn d.
    Booked: Peugeot 108 or similar
    Heraklion Airport
    Peugeot 108 or similar
  • 24 Sep 2024

    The late pick up time and easy of booking.

    agnes s.
    Booked: Kia Cerato or similar
    Adelaide Airport
    Kia Cerato or similar
  • 24 Sep 2024

    Very easy to navigate

    kerrie s.
    Booked: Kia Cerato or similar
    Launceston Airport
    Kia Cerato or similar
  • 21 Sep 2024

    always a reliable service

    phillip g.
    Booked: Toyota Camry or similar
    Darwin
    Toyota Camry or similar
  • 20 Sep 2024

    Fast and Good

    jone s.
    Booked: Mystery Car Vehicle Determined At Checkout or similar
    Warragul
    Mystery Car Vehicle Determined At Checkout or similar
  • 20 Sep 2024

    simple

    peter e.
    Booked: Kia Sportage or similar
    Noosa Downtown
    Kia Sportage or similar
  • 20 Sep 2024

    Hopefully it goes smoothly!

    paul m.
    Booked: Hyundai Staria or similar
    South Melbourne
    Hyundai Staria or similar
  • 20 Sep 2024

    Quick and easy

    shaun h.
    Booked: Mystery Car Vehicle Determined At Checkout or similar
    Adelaide Airport
    Mystery Car Vehicle Determined At Checkout or similar
  • 17 Sep 2024

    Very easy to complete

    kathryn c.
    Booked: Suzuki Swift or similar
    Mordialloc Downtown Cars
    Suzuki Swift or similar
  • 17 Sep 2024

    Easy

    julie b.
    Booked: Kia Cerato or similar
    Adelaide Airport
    Kia Cerato or similar
  • 15 Sep 2024

    easy to locate car

    garry k.
    Booked: Suzuki Swift or similar
    Sydney International Airport
    Suzuki Swift or similar
  • 15 Sep 2024

    User friendly on line booking system.

    stephen b.
    Booked: Toyota Prado or similar
    Coffs Harbour Airport
    Toyota Prado or similar
  • 13 Sep 2024

    It was very easy and quick

    elisabeth g.
    Booked: Mystery Car Vehicle Determined At Checkout or similar
    Geelong
    Mystery Car Vehicle Determined At Checkout or similar
  • 12 Sep 2024

    Simple insurance statement economical price

    david k.
    Booked: Kia Cerato or similar
    Darwin
    Kia Cerato or similar
  • 12 Sep 2024

    Easy to use

    natalie h.
    Booked: Suzuki Swift or similar
    Hobart Airport
    Suzuki Swift or similar
  • 09 Sep 2024

    easy to use, quick booking process

    tibor k.
    Booked: Kia Cerato or similar
    Perth Airport
    Kia Cerato or similar
  • 08 Sep 2024

    Smooth, easy to follow process

    clare u.
    Booked: Kia Cerato or similar
    Brisbane Airport
    Kia Cerato or similar
  • 08 Sep 2024

    Easy and no hidden fees

    kyung moo h.
    Booked: Kia Cerato or similar
    Melbourne Airport
    Kia Cerato or similar
  • 05 Sep 2024

    vehicle booking process

    unouna t.
    Booked: Kia Sportage or similar
    Canberra
    Kia Sportage or similar
  • 05 Sep 2024

    Very easy to navigate

    paul m.
    Booked: Kia Stonic or similar
    Broome Airport
    Kia Stonic or similar
  • 04 Sep 2024

    easy

    steven w.
    Booked: Toyota Camry or similar
    Darwin Airport
    Toyota Camry or similar
  • 04 Sep 2024

    Easy to use and always reliable

    rosemary c.
    Booked: Kia Sportage or similar
    Melbourne Airport
    Kia Sportage or similar
  • 04 Sep 2024

    Quick, easy, price competitive

    nic g.
    Booked: Kia Sportage or similar
    Cairns
    Kia Sportage or similar
  • 04 Sep 2024

    Easy

    timothy l.
    Booked: Kia Cerato or similar
    Melbourne Airport
    Kia Cerato or similar
  • 02 Sep 2024

    Thanks it was easy :-)

    bronwyn a.
    Booked: Kia Cerato or similar
    Camberwell
    Kia Cerato or similar
  • 29 Aug 2024

    Seamless and painless

    brian f.
    Booked: Kia Cerato or similar
    Perth Airport
    Kia Cerato or similar
  • 28 Aug 2024

    So easy and good prices

    david c.
    Booked: Suzuki Swift or similar
    Launceston Airport
    Suzuki Swift or similar
  • 28 Aug 2024

    QUICK AND EASY

    mele p.
    Booked: Kia Cerato or similar
    Cairns Airport
    Kia Cerato or similar
  • 27 Aug 2024

    So easy

    glen s.
    Booked: Toyota Camry or similar
    Brisbane Airport
    Toyota Camry or similar
  • 25 Aug 2024

    Easy process

    jayne d.
    Booked: Kia Sportage or similar
    Melbourne Airport
    Kia Sportage or similar
  • 21 Aug 2024

    Ease and disclosure.

    paul j.
    Booked: Toyota Camry or similar
    Darwin
    Toyota Camry or similar
  • 16 Aug 2024

    Seamless and easy.

    rachelle k.
    Booked: Mystery Car Vehicle Determined At Checkout or similar
    Newcastle Airport
    Mystery Car Vehicle Determined At Checkout or similar
  • 14 Aug 2024

    Fast and simple

    kevin c.
    Booked: Mystery Car Vehicle Determined At Checkout or similar
    Sydney Domestic Airport
    Mystery Car Vehicle Determined At Checkout or similar
  • 13 Aug 2024

    Easy to book

    chih k.
    Booked: Kia Cerato or similar
    Southern Cross
    Kia Cerato or similar
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Vehicle types available at Budget

  • Economy Car

    Economy Car
    1 Large 1 Small
    4
    3
  • Premium Elite Commercial Van/Truck

    Premium Elite Commercial Van/Truck
    3
    2
  • Mini Pick up (double cab) 4 door

    Mini Pick up (double cab) 4 door
    2.9M (L), 1.5M (W)
    2
    3
  • Premium Pick up (single/extended cab) 2 door

    Premium Pick up (single/extended cab) 2 door
    2
    2
  • Oversize Passenger Van

    Oversize Passenger Van
    5 Large 3 Small
    22
    2
  • Fullsize Passenger Van

    Fullsize Passenger Van
    8
    5
  • Fullsize Car

    Fullsize Car
    5
    4
  • Intermediate SUV

    Intermediate SUV
    5
    5
  • Compact SUV

    Compact SUV
    5
    5
  • Special

    Special
    4
    4
  • Intermediate Car

    Intermediate Car
    5
    5
  • Premium SUV

    Premium SUV
    7
    5
  • Standard Car

    Standard Car
    5
    4
  • Compact Car

    Compact Car
    5
    5
  • Intermediate Pick up (double cab) 4 door

    Intermediate Pick up (double cab) 4 door
    4.2M (L), 2.1M (W)
    2
    2
  • Mini Pick up (single/extended cab) 2 door

    Mini Pick up (single/extended cab) 2 door
    5
    4
  • Intermediate Pick up (single/extended cab) 2 door

    Intermediate Pick up (single/extended cab) 2 door
    1.8M (L), 1.8M (W)
    5
    4
  • Fullsize Elite Car

    Fullsize Elite Car
    2 Large 2 Small
    5
    4
  • Standard Pick up (double cab) 4 door

    Standard Pick up (double cab) 4 door
    1 Large 2 Small
    5
    4
  • Mini Commercial Van/Truck

    Mini Commercial Van/Truck
    2.3M (L), 1.8M (W)
    2
    2
  • Fullsize SUV

    Fullsize SUV
    5
    5
  • Intermediate Passenger Van

    Intermediate Passenger Van
    12
    2
  • Intermediate Commercial Van/Truck

    Intermediate Commercial Van/Truck
    2
    2
  • Fullsize Commercial Van/Truck

    Fullsize Commercial Van/Truck
    2
    2
  • Fullsize Pick up (single/extended cab) 2 door

    Fullsize Pick up (single/extended cab) 2 door
    1 Large 2 Small
    5
    4
  • Mini Crossover

    Mini Crossover
    3.7M (L), 1.75M (W)
    2
    2
  • Luxury Limousine

    Luxury Limousine
    2 Large 1 Small
    5
    4

Frequently asked questions

On renting a vehicle with Budget

  • Where can you rent a Budget vehicle?

    Budget has outlets Australia-wide with depots in all the state capitals, international airports, and major urban centres. See the list below for the number of depots in each state. NSW (85), QLD (80), VIC (78), WA (72), SA (38), NT (7), ACT (4), TAS (15)

  • What types of vehicles does Budget rent?

    Budget has one of the broadest ranges of family-friendly vehicles in Australia, offering everything from compact cars and sedans through to pickups and commercial vehicles. Economy Car, Premium Elite Commercial Van/Truck, Mini Pick up (double cab) 4 door, Premium Pick up (single/extended cab) 2 door, Oversize Passenger Van, Fullsize Passenger Van, Fullsize Car, Intermediate SUV, Compact SUV, Special, Intermediate Car, Premium SUV, Standard Car, Compact Car, Intermediate Pick up (double cab) 4 door, Mini Pick up (single/extended cab) 2 door, Intermediate Pick up (single/extended cab) 2 door, Fullsize Elite Car, Standard Pick up (double cab) 4 door, Mini Commercial Van/Truck, Fullsize SUV, Intermediate Passenger Van, Intermediate Commercial Van/Truck, Fullsize Commercial Van/Truck, Fullsize Pick up (single/extended cab) 2 door, Mini Crossover, Luxury Limousine

  • How can I pay for my car hire with Budget?

    You will need a credit or debit card to rent a hire car from Budget. Visa, MasterCard, Diners Club and AMEX credit cards and Visa and MasterCard debit cards are accepted as payment for a rental car. Budget does not accept prepaid or reloadable stored value cards, travel money cards, or EFTPOS cards, nor does Budget accept cards presented on smart phones or watches, or contactless forms of payment such as pay-wave. In all cases the physical card must be presented and credit cards will attract a small credit card surcharge. For further information on credit cards fees, please see the “Important Information” section for details specific to your rental vehicle, or contact our customer care team.

  • How much does Budget require for a security bond and how long will it take to refund?

    When renting a hire car with Budget, a security deposit, also known as a bond, will be levied as a pre-authorisation on your card. The amount depends on both your means of payment, and the time of payment. Once you have returned your rental car to Budget, subject to any additional charges, the deposit refund will occur. The deposit return usually takes seven to ten days, but this amount of time will depend on your bank. You can find the Security Deposit/Bond amount in the Important Information box throughout the booking process.

  • What is the minimum age to hire a car from Budget in Australia?

    The age to rent a car from Budget Australia is 21, although drivers under the age of 25 may incur a young driver fee. This under 25 fee is a daily surcharge charged for the full period of the rental. To learn more, including the amount of the charge for drivers under the age of 25, please see the “Important Information” section for details specific to your rental vehicle, or contact our customer care team for assistance.

  • What type of driver licence does Budget accept?

    A full driver licence that has been valid for at least twelve months and is printed in English meets the licence requirements to hire a rental car from Budget. Learner, provisional, probationary or restricted licences are not accepted. If your driving licence isn’t in English, you will need to present an International Driving Permit (IDP) along with your valid domestic driving licence. Budget may accept digital driver licences issued in New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia, and Victoria, however we recommend having your physical licence on hand.

  • Can I add an additional driver to my Budget car rental?

    Yes, although only those whose name is recorded on the Rental Agreement are permitted to drive a rental car hired from Budget, which means they need to be added as an additional driver. For a fee, Budget Australia allows additional drivers to be added to the Rental Agreement provided each additional driver meets the same conditions as the main driver. Budget levies an extra driver charge for each additional driver, although for the primary driver’s spouse or partner who lives at the same address, this cost is waived. Budget’s additional driver fee is levied per-day and per-additional driver. When arranging additional drivers for a Budget rental car, the total number of drivers cannot exceed the number of people the vehicle is legally licensed to carry. For further information, please see the “Important Information” section for details specific to your rental vehicle, or contact our customer care team.

  • Does a Budget hire car include insurance?

    Yes. Basic cover in the form of a Loss Damage Waiver (LDW) is included in the rental quote, but should the rental car be stolen or damaged in an accident, or a third-party loss occurs, you’ll be liable to pay up to the Rental Vehicle Excess amount for damage charges as per your Budget rental agreement — this can include even minor issues such as scratches to the car. The excess refers to the amount renters are liable for before the basic cover applies and the amount of this excess can vary depending on the type of vehicle, the age of the renter, and a number of other variables. Budget offers a range of additional excess reduction products, also known as excess waivers, including a Loss Damage Waiver, Excess Reduction and Zero Excess, and these can reduce — or remove — the rental excess you are liable for. Prosura excess insurance is another option for renters wanting to reduce their excess liability. When booking a hire car through VroomVroomVroom, once you select a vehicle you are interested in, you can click on the prominent “Important Information” button to read more details regarding excess and excess costs related to the specific vehicle you are considering.

  • Does a Budget rental car include roadside assistance?

    Yes. Budget includes roadside assistance for all mechanical defects not resulting from human error or misuse of the rental vehicle. In the instance of non-mechanical issues, such as lost keys, keys locked in the vehicle, or a flat battery due to lights being left on, Budget may charge you a call-out fee. Budget offers additional roadside assistance cover for an extra fee.

  • How do I pay for road tolls with Budget?

    Budget partners with Linkt for toll processing. When you travel on a toll road, a Linkt Rental Account will automatically be set-up in your name and Linkt will charge you directly for any tolls plus a daily surcharge for any day you use a toll road. For more information regarding these charges, please see the “Important Information” section for details specific to your rental vehicle, or contact our customer care team.

  • Is there a mileage limit for Budget rental cars?

    Unless otherwise indicated, all Budget rental vehicles come with unlimited kilometres. If you do book a hire car with a kilometre limit, you will be advised of the kilometre allowance and what the cost per kilometre is if you exceed this limit.

  • What is the fuel policy for rental cars hired through Budget?

    Budget offers three fueling options for their rental cars. Vehicles can be hired under a pre-paid fuel agreement, where the renter pays for the car being supplied with a full tank of fuel and does not need to return it with a full tank; or, where the renter is required to return the hire car with a full tank of petrol (filling the tank at their own expense); or a pay on return policy where the renter pays a per-litre charge to have the rental car refuelled when they return the vehicle. To save money, use the VroomVroomVroom fuel price comparison app to find the best-priced petrol near the depot you need to return your rental car to.

  • How do I modify or cancel my rental car booking with Budget?

    If your hire car rental period is yet to commence, you can modify your booking within the VroomVroomVroom app or by contacting our customer care team to make the required changes. If you have already collected your Budget hire car, you’ll need to contact the depot you collected the vehicle from to request an extra day — or whatever extension period is desired. Bear in mind that any change to the rental period — regardless of if it is before you have collected the car or after — may alter the total cost of your hire car. If you need to cancel your booking, if you paid a deposit at the time of your booking with Budget through VroomVroomVroom, then you need to give at least 48 hours notice of your cancellation in order to receive a refund.

  • What are the details of the Budget car rental agreement?

    The Terms and Conditions of renting a vehicle supplied by Budget can vary depending on the exact vehicle hired, the age of the driver, the length of the hire period, and a number of other conditions. As such, the exact policy Terms and Conditions in the Rental Agreement related to an individual vehicle rental can vary from one customer to another and one type of vehicle to another. Once you select a vehicle you are interested in on VroomVroomVroom, you can click on the prominent “Important Information” button to read our guideline to rental terms related to the vehicle which you should be aware of. Later in the booking flow are the detailed Terms and Conditions which you will need to read and accept before finalising your booking. Upon arrival you will also be required to sign a Rental Agreement that outlines the specific Terms and Conditions for your rental.

Note: The information above was correct at the time of publication.
Please check the Terms and Conditions of your chosen vehicle for specific details.

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