Hervey Bay travel guide

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You're Going to Love Hervey Bay

Hervey Bay is a must-see destination in Queensland, Australia. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country.

When to visit Hervey Bay

Hervey Bay in February
Estimated hotel price
$152
1 night at 3-star hotel
Hervey Bay in February
Estimated hotel price
$152
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Hervey Bay in January, when the average temperature is 25 °C, and the highest can go up to 29 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is July, when it can get as cold as 14 °C, with an average temperature of 17 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in February, when precipitation is around 171 mm. In contrast, September is usually the driest month of the year in Hervey Bay, with an average rainfall of 52 mm.

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How to Get to Hervey Bay

Plane

When flying to Hervey Bay, you’ll arrive at Hervey Bay (HVB), which is located 12 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Hervey Bay is to pick up a car hire from Brisbane, which is about 244 km from Hervey Bay. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and Crazy Clark's Car Rentals, among others, in Brisbane.

Plane

When flying to Hervey Bay, you’ll arrive at Hervey Bay (HVB), which is located 12 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Hervey Bay is to pick up a car hire from Brisbane, which is about 244 km from Hervey Bay. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and Crazy Clark's Car Rentals, among others, in Brisbane.

Airports near Hervey Bay

Airlines serving Hervey Bay

Qatar Airways
Good (2,382 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (1,984 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,630 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Good (778 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (728 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,007 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (453 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (243 reviews)
Jetstar
Good (247 reviews)
Virgin Australia
Good (234 reviews)
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Where to stay in Hervey Bay

Average rates range from around $142 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $446 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hervey Bay Flashpackers and Urangan Motor Inn.

Where to stay in popular areas of Hervey Bay

Most booked hotels in Hervey Bay

Ramada by Wyndham Hervey Bay
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$174+
The Beach Motel Hervey Bay
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$99+
Kondari Hotel
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
$104+
Urangan Motor Inn
Good (7, Good reviews)
$104+

Hiring a car in Hervey Bay

Expect to pay $1.87 per litre in Hervey Bay (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $22.39 and $29.85. The most frequently booked car type in Hervey Bay is Economy (MG 3 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Mitsubishi Eclipse or similar) is, on average, 54% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $1.87 per litre in Hervey Bay (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $22.39 and $29.85. The most frequently booked car type in Hervey Bay is Economy (MG 3 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Mitsubishi Eclipse or similar) is, on average, 54% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.