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Cheap Car Hire in Townsville from £33

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Townsville with a pick-up date of 8/8 and drop-off date of 14/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available at all agencies or on all dates of hire. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Townsville car hires in 2025

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 1 July 2025.

Most popular company

HERTZ

Price of gas per litre

£0.77

Average price per day

£75

Cheapest price per day

£33

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 1 July 2025.

In Townsville, there are 28 active hire locations from 15 car hire companies. medium car is the cheapest car type to hire in Townsville in the past week - currently priced from £33/day. View deals for 4 car types available to hire in this destination:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

SUV

SUV

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

£127+

Passenger van

Passenger van

Intermediate SUV

Intermediate SUV

Supplier choice

Supplier choice

Compare car hire deals in Townsville by type

Here are the best Townsville small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Townsville medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Here are the best Townsville SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

Hyundai Elantra£38/day
4
M
A/C
Hyundai Elantra
Mini Hatch£47/day
2
M
A/C
Mini Hatch
Renault Clio£63/day
4
M
A/C
Renault Clio

Best car hire deals found in Townsville

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Townsville. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Townsville with an average daily rate of £65. Data was last updated on 1 July 2025.
Peruse the best Townsville car hire deals we've found. If these deals don't completely appeal to you, check back soon for alternative offers.
Skoda Karoq£33/day
5
M
A/C
Skoda Karoq
Peugeot 5008£34/day
5
M
A/C
Peugeot 5008
Jeep Renegade£36/day
2
M
A/C
Jeep Renegade

Cheapflights insights for Townsville car hires

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?

To get the best deal on car hire in Townsville, book about 71 days before your trip. At that point, average daily prices are around £32, which is about 36% cheaper than the typical rate.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Townsville?

Hertz is currently the cheapest car hire company in Townsville with deals as low as £19.68/day found in the past two weeks. Alamo is another inexpensive option with rates as low as £31.86/day.

What is the best car rental company in Townsville?

Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car hire company in Townsville is Thrifty (rated 10.0/10). Budget (rated 10.0/10 with 3 reviews) is also highly rated by our users.

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

The cheapest month to hire a car in Townsville is January, when you can expect to pay £25/day on average. The most expensive month to hire a car in Townsville is July (£46/day on average). The average daily car hire price for each month is shown below. Keep in mind that prices will vary based on availability, when you book, and the type of car you hire.

January

£25

February

£28

March

£34

April

£43

May

£36

June

£39

July

£46

August

£42

September

£40

October

£36

November

£35

December

£37

What car do most people hire in Townsville?

SUV cars (Mitsubishi ASX, for example) are the most popular in Townsville. Full-size (LDV D90) and Intermediate (Mitsubishi ASX) cars are also often chosen by our users when visiting Townsville.

Which car hire company has the most locations in Townsville?

Sunnycars has 4 locations throughout the area, more than any other company. Thrifty has the second-highest number of locations in Townsville at 3.

Top hire 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 1 July 2025.
Hire a vehicle with one of these top car hire agencies serving Townsville, such as Thrifty, Budget and Europcar. Reviews, pricing info, pickup locations, and other important details are available to aid your decision.

Thrifty

3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Budget

10.0
Wonderful
3 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

8.6

Europcar

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

7.9

Value

8.9

Firefly

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

Alamo

9.3
Wonderful
16 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

9.3

Overall

9.3

Pick-up/drop-off

8.9

Value

8.6

Avis

8.0
Very Good
3 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.0

Hertz

8.0
Very Good
2 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

7.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.0

Sixt

8.0
Very Good
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.0

Value

8.0

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Townsville, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 1 July 2025.
  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Townsville?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under £75/day when booking a car hire in Townsville. The absolute best deal a user found was for £29/day from Hertz, booked on Jun. 22.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Townsville for a week from Bargain Car Rentals?

    From Bargain Car Rentals you can hire a car in Townsville from about £835 per week on average.

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

    Yes, you can hire a car for a month in Townsville check Cheapflights for the latest prices and car type availability.

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

    You can potentially save up to 85% on a month-long rental by booking with Hertz. Hertz is the cheapest rental company available within the next few months. Renting a car in Townsville can cost you on average £3,579 a month or £119 a day. For extended stays in a location, this option will usually save you the most.

  • How much is a car hire in Townsville for a weekend?

    £0 is typically the average cost for a hire car for the weekend in Townsville, though this could vary depending on the time of year. If you’re on a budget when travelling to Townsville, then opt for a Intermediate hire vehicle - these tend to be the most affordable on weekends. In the month of August, you can expect to find car hire prices on Cheapflights for as low as £0/day.

Car hires by fuel type in Townsville

Browse car hires by fuel type in Townsville. Currently, Electric cars are the cheapest to rent in Townsville. Deals were last updated on 1 July 2025.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Townsville. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Electric being the cheapest (£85+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

£184+

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