Gladstone

Cheap Car Rentals in Gladstone

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Gladstone car rentals in 2026

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Gladstone. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 7 May 2026.

Most popular company

THRIFTY

Price of petrol per litre

$2.29

Average price per day

$133

Cheapest price per day

$126

Popular car types in Gladstone

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Gladstone and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 7 May 2026.
Intermediate

Intermediate

Full-size

Full-size

SUV

SUV

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Standard SUV

Standard SUV

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Cheapflights insights for Gladstone car rentals

Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Gladstone, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.

How far in advance should I hire a car in Gladstone?

Book your rental car in Gladstone 52 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car rental prices are around $57/day on average when booked 52 days ahead, which saves you 24% off the average price.

What is the best car rental company in Gladstone?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Gladstone is Thrifty (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review). Budget (rated 8.6/10) is also highly rated by our users.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Gladstone?

Planning to hire a car in Gladstone? November is the cheapest month, costing about $116 per day. In contrast, December is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of $146. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.

January

$118

February

$134

March

$133

April

$128

May

$119

June

$129

July

$123

August

$121

September

$119

October

$126

November

$116

December

$146

What car do most people hire in Gladstone?

Intermediate cars (Kia Forte or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Gladstone. SUV cars (Toyota Land Cruiser Prado or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Passenger van cars (Kia Carnival or similar).

Which car hire company has the most locations in Gladstone?

Budget has 3 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Avis has the second-highest number of locations in Gladstone at 2.

Top rental agencies in Gladstone

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Gladstone known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Gladstone. Reviews were last updated on 7 May 2026.

Thrifty

10.0
Wonderful
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Budget

3 locations

Sixt

1 location

Avis

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

4.0

Value

10.0

Hertz

1 location

Europcar

1 location

Firefly

1 location

keddy by Europcar

1 location

Car rental FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Gladstone, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 7 May 2026.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Gladstone?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $133/day when booking a car hire in Gladstone. The absolute best deal a user found was for $126/day from Thrifty, booked on May 6.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Gladstone for a week from Thrifty?

    From Thrifty you can hire a car in Gladstone from about $930 per week on average.

  • Can I rent a car for a month in Gladstone?

    Yes, renting a vehicle in Gladstone for a month is certainly possible.

  • How much does it cost to rent a car in Gladstone for a month?

    Generally, a month-long car rental in Gladstone can be found for about $3,987, with the average price for a rental being around $133 a day. Book with Thrifty, to take advantage of their cheap prices and pay 6% less compared to the average price of car rentals in Gladstone.

Car rentals by fuel type in Gladstone

Browse car rentals by fuel type in Gladstone. Currently, Hybrid cars are the cheapest to rent in Gladstone. Deals were last updated on 7 May 2026.

Browse through car rental deals by fuel type in Gladstone. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Hybrid being the cheapest ($69+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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