Hervey Bay travel guide
Hervey Bay Tourism | Hervey Bay Guide
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. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Hervey Bay has to offer.
When to visit Hervey Bay
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.
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.
Airlines serving Hervey Bay
Where to stay in Hervey Bay
Average rates range from around $149 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $225 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hervey Bay Flashpackers and Hervey Bay Motel.
Where to stay in popular areas of Hervey Bay
Most booked hotels in Hervey Bay
Hiring a car in Hervey Bay
Expect to pay $1.97 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 $23.57 and $31.43. The most frequently booked car type in Hervey Bay is Intermediate (Class Intermediate SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Hyundai i20 or similar) is, on average, 51% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.