Townsville car rentals in 2026
Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Townsville. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 8 October 2026.
Most popular company | REDSPOT |
|---|---|
Price of petrol per litre | $2.81 |
Average price per day | $104 |
Cheapest price per day | $62 |
Popular car types in Townsville
Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Townsville and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 8 October 2026.
Economy
$164+
Intermediate
$162+
SUV
$171+
Full-size SUV
$241+
Premium SUV
$200+
Intermediate SUV
$149+
Compact SUV
$159+
Cheapflights insights for Townsville car rentals
Get relevant, data-driven information to help you hire a car in Townsville, including pricing trends, ideal booking times, and more.
How far in advance should I hire a car in Townsville?
For the best savings on car rentals in Townsville, make your reservation 8 days before pickup. The average price then is just $84/day – about 39% less than the yearly average.
What is the cheapest car hire company in Townsville?
In Townsville, the most affordable car hire company right now is Europcar, offering prices from just $83.43/day over the past two weeks. Another budget-friendly choice is Budget, with rates starting at $90.85/day.
What is the best car rental company in Townsville?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Townsville is Thrifty (rated 10.0/10). Firefly (rated 10.0/10 with 1 review) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Townsville?
At Townsville, the best time to rent a car is at January, with an average daily rate of just $86. Conversely, February is the priciest month, averaging $132 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.|1#In Townsville, the best time to rent a car is in January, with an average daily rate of just $86. Conversely, February is the priciest month, averaging $132 per day. Below youll find the monthly average rental prices. Note that costs can fluctuate depending on availability, booking time, and vehicle type.
January
$86
February
$132
March
$107
April
$116
May
$105
June
$109
July
$104
August
$104
September
$112
October
$105
November
$95
December
$105
Which car hire company has the most locations in Townsville?
In Townsville, Avis, Budget, and Hertz have 2 locations, more than any other rental company in the area.
Top rental agencies in Townsville
Explore the leading car hire agencies in Townsville known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Townsville. Reviews were last updated on 8 October 2026.
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Townsville, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 8 October 2026.
What is the cheapest hire car found in Townsville?
In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $104/day when booking a car hire in Townsville. The absolute best deal a user found was for $62/day from Alamo, booked on Oct. 3.
How much does it cost to hire a car in Townsville for a week from Red Spot?
Red Spot is one of the most popular car hire companies in Townsville, offering car hire for around $770 per week on average.
Can I rent a car for a month in Townsville?
Typically, how long you can rent a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Townsville however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.
How much does it cost to rent a car in Townsville for a month?
The monthly cost of a car rental in Townsville is $3,301 ($110/day) on average.