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Cheap Car Hire in Hobart from $38

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 Hobart with a pick-up date of 21/3 and drop-off date of 24/3. 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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Hobart car hires in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Hobart. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 12月 2024.

Most popular company

YESDRIVECARRENTAL

Price of petrol per litre

$1.69

Average price per day

$89

Cheapest price per day

$38

What is the cheapest time to rent a car in Hobart?

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Hobart and save money on your trip. The monthly average price data is based on historical data over the last year and was last updated on 19 12月 2024.

January

$95

February

$60

March

$80

April

$52

May

$38

June

$36

July

$36

August

$33

September

$44

October

$47

November

$55

December

$114

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Hobart is August. The most expensive time to rent a car is December. The cheapest prices for each month are shown above, but prices will vary based on availability, how far out you book your rental car, and of course, car type.

Popular car types in Hobart

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Hobart and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 19 12月 2024.

There are currently 45 hire locations operating in Hobart spread across 28 car hire agencies. In the past week, the cheapest car type to hire in Hobart is small car at $39 a day. Below are all the 4 car types available for hiring in the area, along with estimated starting prices:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

SUV

SUV

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Passenger van

Passenger van

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

Compare available car types for hire in Hobart

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Hobart to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 19 12月 2024.

Small cars

$41 - $131

All Car Types

$64 - $139

To hire a small car in Hobart, Australia, you would pay an average price of $62/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Hobart, Australia (~$41/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$131/day). In fact, June is about 34% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Hobart. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Hobart, hiring a small car saves you 28% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Hobart small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Hobart, Australia, you would pay an average price of $74/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Hobart, Australia (~$53/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~$122/day). In fact, August is about 29% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Hobart. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Hobart, hiring a medium car saves you 13% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Hobart medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Hobart, Australia, you would pay an average price of $118/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Hobart, Australia (~$79/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~$178/day). In fact, June is about 34% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Hobart. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Hobart, hiring a large car is 29% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a SUV in Hobart, Australia, you would pay an average price of $80/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Hobart, Australia (~$57/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$145/day). In fact, August is about 29% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Hobart. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Hobart, hiring a SUV saves you 6% in costs. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Hobart SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Hobart, Australia, you would pay an average price of $148/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a van in Hobart, Australia (~$98/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$214/day). In fact, May is about 35% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Hobart. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Hobart, hiring a van is 43% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity. Here are the best Hobart van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a pickup truck in Hobart, Australia, you would pay an average price of $105/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a pickup truck in Hobart, Australia (~$60/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$151/day). In fact, August is about 44% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a pickup truck hire for Hobart. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Hobart, hiring a pickup truck is 20% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

To hire a luxury car in Hobart, Australia, you would pay an average price of $118/day. July is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Hobart, Australia (~$74/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~$181/day). In fact, July is about 38% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for Hobart. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Hobart, hiring a luxury car is 29% more expensive. Please note that average prices are based on historical data and can vary depending on how early you book, availability for your travel dates, and vehicle popularity.

Toyota Yaris$39/day
4
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A/C
Toyota Yaris
Hyundai Accent Hatch$41/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai Accent Hatch

Top hire agencies in Hobart

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Hobart known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Hobart. Reviews were last updated on 19 12月 2024.
Hire a car with one of the top providers serving the Hobart area such as Thrifty, Avis and Ace Rental Cars. Be sure to do your research on pricing, reviews, pickup locations, and other important criteria before choosing.

Thrifty

3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

6.0

Avis

10.0
Wonderful
3 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

9.3

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

8.6

Ace Rental Cars

9.2
Wonderful
6 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.2

Comfort

9.2

Overall

9.2

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

8.8

Alamo

1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.7

Comfort

9.7

Overall

9.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.8

Value

8.8

Hertz

3 locations

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

9.0
Wonderful
1 review2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

8.5

Sixt

8.8
Very Good
10 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.6

Comfort

8.5

Overall

8.8

Pick-up/drop-off

8.4

Value

8.3

Budget

8.1
Very Good
7 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

8.3

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.1

Pick-up/drop-off

8.3

Value

7.2

Best Hobart car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Hobart. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Hobart with an average daily rate of $63. Data was last updated on 19 12月 2024.
The best prices on car hires in Hobart we've found at this time. Make sure to check back soon if you're not finding what you're looking for, as deals are updated frequently.
Toyota Yaris$39/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris
Hyundai Accent Hatch$41/day
2
M
A/C
Hyundai Accent Hatch
Hyundai Ioniq$44/day
5
M
A/C
Hyundai Ioniq

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Hobart, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 19 12月 2024.
  • What are the requirements to hire a car in Hobart?

    Visitors to the Tasmanian capital can find plenty of car hire locations in Hobart, including Hobart Airport (HBA) and around the city centre. If you have a foreign licence, you are permitted to drive in Tasmania if you are on holiday or have a temporary visa. The minimum age for car hire in Hobart is 21 years old, but younger drivers may be permitted to hire a car if they pay a daily surcharge, and you can only drive the type of vehicles specified on your licence. Try to book in advance if you are looking for cheap car hire in Hobart.

  • What are the rules for driving in Hobart?

    Motorists drive on the left side of the road in Hobart. The speed limit in urban areas is 50 km/h, and it’s up to 100 km/h on motorways, and the blood alcohol limit is 0.05%. Seatbelts are mandatory for drivers and passengers, and babies and children must always use the appropriate car seat for their age or size. You can reserve car seats for kids with your car hire in Hobart. Contact Transport Tasmania to find out about updated driving laws in Hobart.

  • What type of car is recommended for driving in Hobart?

    Before you reserve your hire car in Hobart, consider where you will be travelling. If you are planning to stay around the Hobart central business district (CBD), a compact car such as a Ford Fiesta is an economical choice for your Hobart car hire. A 4WD such as a Mitsubishi Outlander is ideal for exploring the wilderness of Bruny Island or driving along the beaches from Temma to Sandy Cape. Passenger van hire such as the Kia Sedona can accommodate up to eight passengers if you’re travelling with a small group.

  • Where are the best places to park in Hobart?

    Parking in Hobart is affordable and accessible. You can find both on- and off-street parking in the CBD for your Hobart car hire. There are a number of multi-storey car parks where parking is free for the first hour. If you’re parking in a metered parking bay, purchase a ticket from the machine and display your ticket in your windscreen. You may be able to find free on-street parking around Battery Point and Sandy Bay. If you book a hire car in Hobart, always make sure you lock your vehicle and take your valuables with you.

  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Hobart?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $89/day when booking a car hire in Hobart. The absolute best deal a user found was for $42/day from YesDrive Car Rental, booked on Dec. 16.

  • What car hire company is typically the cheapest in Hobart?

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Hobart from the following companies over the past two weeks: Apex ($39/day), Bargain Car Rentals ($41/day), and YesDrive Car Rental ($44/day).

  • Which car hire company is considered to be the best in Hobart?

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, Avis (10.0 rating), Thrifty (10.0 rating) and YesDrive Car Rental (10.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Hobart.

  • What are petrol prices like in Hobart?

    The average price of petrol in Hobart is $1.69/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $76 and $109 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Hobart for a week from YesDrive Car Rental?

    Hiring a car in Hobart for a week can be a great option for travel. YesDrive Car Rental, the most popular car hire company for this area, offers hire cars for around $578/week on average.

  • How far in advance should I hire a car in Hobart for the best price?

    Booking your car hire early can save you up to 35%. Aim to book your car hire at least 28 days in advance to take advantage of a below average price in Hobart.

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

    Typically, how long you can hire a car for depends on the inventory of the supplier. For Hobart however, it is certainly possible to rent a car for an entire month.

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

    The average cost of a car hire in Hobart for a month is $2,479. Check Cheapflights to compare pricing and options for your rental car.

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

    It costs $111 for a weekend car hire in Hobart, on average. The cheapest type of car hire you can book on any given weekend is the Compact as prices are generally lower for these hire types due to demand and availability. If you’re planning to book a hire car in Hobart in January, prices are $131 per day on average.

  • What car do most people hire in Hobart?

    The most popular car chosen by those travelling to Hobart is Compact (Kia Stonic) based on our Cheapflights data.

Small car hires in Hobart

Find small car hire deals in Hobart from well-known providers in the area and save on gas mileage with the options provided below. small car hires in Hobart cost an average of $47 per day. Price data was last updated on 19 12月 2024.
Kia Picanto$38/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Kia Picanto$38/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto
Kia Picanto$42/day
2
M
A/C
Kia Picanto

Car hires by fuel type in Hobart

Browse car hires by fuel type in Hobart. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Hobart. Deals were last updated on 19 12月 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Hobart. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest ($25+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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