Queensland car rentals

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Cheap car hire in Queensland

Economy$22/day
Compact$23/day
Intermediate$44/day
Standard$37/day
SUV$72/day
People mover$75/day
Full-size SUV$66/day
Mini$28/day
Passenger van$86/day
Compact SUV$33/day
Intermediate SUV$37/day
Supplier choice$45/day
Standard SUV$47/day
Luxury SUV$54/day
Best prices found by KAYAK users in the past 48 hours.

Top tips for hiring a car in Queensland

  • When you are looking to pick up and finalise your car hire in Queensland, it might be necessary for you to show a number of documents to complete your purchase. Documents will usually differ depending on the specific rental company that you choose to hire a car with. Documents appropriate to complete your car rental in Queensland will usually include a full UK driving licence or an Australian green plate p licence, as well as proof of legitimate identification such as a passport that’s valid throughout the duration of your stay. Some companies might also request proof of a paper licence too.
  • Queensland, Australia, is very particular about its drink and drive limits and this must be considered for all drivers who seek to rent a car when they are planning to explore Queensland. If you are planning to consume alcohol and drive, then you’ll find that you can’t have a blood alcohol content (BAC) above 0.05% per 100ml of blood. This allowance is stricter than most countries. A 0.05% blood alcohol content usually is the equivalent of consuming two standard alcoholic drinks.
  • Some applicable car rental companies will usually request that the fuel tank must be matched on return from when you drive your car hire out of the pick-up destination. Make sure to check what kind of fuel that your car hire uses, rather than making the vital mistake of mixing them. Those travelling to Queensland will commonly find that fuel is usually more expensive than most common foreign countries. Unleaded petrol commonly averages at $1.40 (£0.75) in price for one litre in fuel, whereas diesel is more expensive in price with an average of $1.55 (£0.85) per litre.
  • 25% of our users found rental cars in Queensland for $44 or less
  • Book your rental car in Queensland at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Off-airport rental car locations in Queensland are around 27% more expensive than airport locations on average
  • Compact rental cars in Queensland are around -11% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about hiring a car in Queensland

  • Should I hire a car in Queensland?

    As Australia’s second-largest state, there’s a lot to discover, meaning that renting a car in Queensland is nothing less than necessary to explore everything that the state has to offer. While there are lots of options for public transport such as buses, ferries, trains and a tram network, renting a car in Queensland is the ideal choice to visit all of the state at your own pace and with no restrictions. Home to some of Australia’s biggest attractions such as the Great Barrier Reef, also known as the world’s largest coral reef, you’ll be able to see thousands of tropical fish and marine life. Otherwise, other popular attractions include Whitehaven Beach, Australia Zoo, Daintree Forest, Hamilton Island, Dreamworld, Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary, among others.

  • What is driving like in Queensland?

    Queensland allows for the ideal ride with your rental car with good quality and flat roads. Any type of rental car will be more than ideal to drive the easily accessible roads around the state. Don’t worry about driving abroad in Queensland as it’s very similar to the UK. Both UK and Queensland citizens drive on the left-hand side of the road so it’s easy to do, even for younger aged drivers. Speed limits will also vary. Built-up residential areas will average at 50km/h (31mph) and then up to 100km/h (62mph) in rural areas. Speed limits are usually not signposted, meaning that drivers must adjust their speed limit accordingly to the most suitable speed of the road conditions.

  • How old do you have to be to hire a car in Queensland?

    Depending on which car rental you choose for your hire in Queensland, the age requirement can differ. The typical and common minimum driving age to rent a car in Queensland is 21 years old. However, there are a few car rental providers that will supply suitable car hire for those of 19 years old and above. These drivers will most likely face a sub-charge of a young driver’s fee. These age groups will be able to hire a car with particular companies, as long as they hold a full driver’s licence in English or an Australian Green Plate P Licence.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Queensland?

    On average a car hire in Queensland costs $74 per day.

  • What is the most popular car hire in Queensland?

    Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Queensland.

  • What is the cheapest car hire company in Queensland?

    In the past 72 hours, the cheapest car hires were found at JUCY ($22/day), Bargain Car Rentals ($33/day) and Alamo ($44/day).

  • What is the best car hire company in Queensland?

    Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car hire in Queensland is Alamo (8.7, 65 reviews).

  • How can I find car hires near me in Queensland?

    Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.

  • Where should I hire a car in Queensland?

    Based on car searches on KAYAK, the most popular cities to hire a car in Queensland are Brisbane (82% of total searches of users looking to hire a car in Queensland), Cairns (13%) and Gladstone (2%).

  • How much does it cost to hire a car for a week in Queensland?

    On average a car hire in Queensland costs $364 per week ($52 per day).

  • How much does it cost to hire a car long term for a month in Queensland?

    On average a car hire in Queensland costs $1,560 per month ($52 per day).

Car rental directory

  • thrifty

    Thrifty car hire locations in Queensland

    45 Locations

  • sunnycars

    Sunnycars car hire locations in Queensland

    33 Locations

  • hertz

    Hertz car hire locations in Queensland

    32 Locations

  • avis

    Avis car hire locations in Queensland

    30 Locations

  • firefly

    Firefly car hire locations in Queensland

    29 Locations

  • keddy

    keddy by Europcar car hire locations in Queensland

    29 Locations

  • budget

    Budget car hire locations in Queensland

    27 Locations

  • dollar

    Dollar car hire locations in Queensland

    20 Locations

  • europcar

    Europcar car hire locations in Queensland

    20 Locations

  • sixtrentacar

    Sixt car hire locations in Queensland

    18 Locations

  • enterprise

    Enterprise Rent-A-Car car hire locations in Queensland

    10 Locations

  • redspot

    Red Spot car hire locations in Queensland

    10 Locations

Good to know

Most popular agency

Bargain Car Rentals

Most popular car type

Compact

Average price

$52/day

Good deal

$44/day

When to book a rental car in Queensland

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