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?
Book your car hire in Townsville 8 days before your pickup date to maximise your savings. Car hire prices are around ₹ 3,437/day on average when booked 8 days ahead, which saves you 6,681% off the average price.
What is the best car rental company in Townsville?
Based on Cheapflights user feedback, the highest-rated car rental company in Townsville is Budget (rated 10.0/10 with 3 reviews). Thrifty (rated 10.0/10) is also highly rated by our users.
What is the cheapest month to rent a car in Townsville?
Planning to hire a car in Townsville? January is the cheapest month, costing about ₹ 2,908 per day. In contrast, July is the most expensive, with an average daily rate of ₹ 6,521. Monthly average car hire prices are listed below. Remember, prices can change based on when you book, the type of car, and availability.
January
₹ 2,908
February
₹ 3,349
March
₹ 4,054
April
₹ 5,199
May
₹ 4,406
June
₹ 4,494
July
₹ 6,521
August
₹ 4,318
September
₹ 4,582
October
₹ 4,847
November
₹ 4,230
December
₹ 4,670
What car do most people rent in Townsville?
Intermediate cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are the most popular option for those visiting Townsville. SUV cars (Mitsubishi ASX or similar) are also a popular choice, followed by Full-size cars (GMC Acadia or similar).
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 rental agencies in Townsville
Explore the leading car rental agencies in Townsville known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car rental companies in Townsville. Reviews were last updated on 28 October 2025.
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Car rental FAQs
Find answers to frequently asked questions about car rentals in Townsville, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 28 October 2025.
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.