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Compact Commercial Van/Truck
View offerTravel 28 Feb - 03 Mar 2026
from AUD $49/day
Fullsize Ute (double cab)
View offerTravel 01 Mar - 06 Mar 2026
from AUD $101/day
Compact Car
View offerTravel 01 Mar - 04 Mar 2026
from AUD $105/day
Standard SUV
View offerTravel 01 Mar - 06 Mar 2026
from AUD $106/day
Economy Car
View offerTravel 01 Mar - 04 Mar 2026
from AUD $107/day
Special
View offerTravel 01 Mar - 04 Mar 2026
from AUD $107/day
Standard Elite Sport
View offerTravel 28 Feb - 03 Mar 2026
from AUD $115/day
Economy SUV
View offerTravel 28 Feb - 03 Mar 2026
from AUD $117/day
Compact SUV
View offerTravel 01 Mar - 04 Mar 2026
from AUD $122/day
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Rental rate prices displayed are AUD and were available in response to a search at 12:01 am on February 24, 2026 by an Australian resident aged between 30 and 69 years old, for the specified travel dates, with a pickup and return time of 10:00 am. Rates and vehicle availability may change without notice. Use our price comparison tool to get current rental rates. Rates include all mandatory fees for the rental and exclude credit card surcharges and extras.
Rates are in AUD and were last updated on 24 February, 2026
When is the best time to book a car hire in Hobart
Tips for saving on rental cars in Hobart, Tasmania
Best time to book a hire car in Hobart
Booking your Hobart car hire in advance is the best way to secure competitive rates. As with other popular Australian destinations, rental car prices in Hobart tend to rise as demand increases — especially during peak tourist periods. For the best prices, it’s wise to book your hire car in Hobart at least a few weeks ahead of your travel date.
Leaving your booking to the last minute, particularly during holidays or school breaks, can result in limited availability and higher daily rates.
Hobart weather and tourist seasons
Australia’s southernmost capital city, Hobart offers terrific reason for visiting regardless of the season:
Summer: December to February (longer days and warm)
Autumn: March to May (cool)
Winter: June to August (short days, cold and rainy)
Spring: September to November (starting to warm up)
While summer is the most popular season to visit, especially for those interesting in exploring the great outdoors or sampling Hobart’s many festivals, Spring and Autumn deliver both stunning fall foliage and the blooming gardens the state is famous for. Although cold and often wet, Winter is an ideal time to visit for lesser crowds, lower prices, and particularly for exploring both Launceston and Hobart and the many museums and galleries they host.
Key travel periods to plan around:
December to February: Peak tourism season — book early
School holidays, Easter, long weekends: High demand and prices
Christmas–New Year period: Second major peak — book well in advance
How to find cheaper car hire in Hobart
1. Avoid airport pickups when possible
While it’s convenient to pick up a car directly at Hobart Airport (HBA), you’ll usually pay more. Airport rental locations are considered premium pickup points across Australia, and this designation is reflected in the prices for car hire.
2. Consider off-airport rental depots
You can often find better deals by renting from an off-airport car hire company in Hobart. These providers typically offer a free shuttle service from the airport to their depot. It adds a bit of extra time, but the cost savings can be significant.
3. Look at suburban or city-centre locations
The most affordable option may be to book your rental car from a suburban or inner-city Hobart location. While these don’t usually offer transfers from the airport, they can offer the lowest base rates — especially if you’re already staying nearby.
VroomVroomVroom compares prices from a wide range of Hobart car rental providers, including on-airport, off-airport, and city depots. Whether you’re looking for a budget hatchback, a family SUV, or a 4WD for exploring the eastern coast of Tasmania, we can help you find the right car at the right price.
Frequently asked questions
On hiring a car in Hobart City, Tasmania
How much does it cost to hire a car in Hobart?
Prices start at AUD $105 per day for a Compact Car, up to AUD $255 per day for a Premium SUV. Get a live rate for your planned dates and desired vehicle in Hobart.
How much does it cost to hire a Luxury SUV in Hobart?
If you are looking for a Luxury SUV option, the rate is AUD $158 per day. Make sure to check a live rate for your desired car hire dates in Hobart.
How much does it cost to hire an Electric Car in Hobart?
If you prefer to plug your car in rather than fill it up, an Electric Car costs between AUD $115 and AUD $292 per day. Enter your car hire dates and find a live rate for your desired Electric Car in Hobart.
How much does it cost to hire a Minivan or People Mover in Hobart?
If you’ve got a crowd, but don’t need something as large as a bus, then a 7-seater or 8-seater Minivan hire might be your best option. A Minivan costs between AUD $159 and AUD $551 per day. Check for a live rate by entering your desired car hire dates in Hobart.
What is the highest-rated hire car in Hobart?
The highest-rated rental car in Hobart is Kia Sportage or similar, based on ratings by our customers within the last 12 months.
What is the highest-rated car hire provider in Hobart?
Avis is the highest-rated car hire provider in Hobart, based on ratings by our customers.
Is it cheaper to book a weekly car rental in Hobart?
The per-day rates of some rental cars may fall if you book for a longer rental period. Prices often change around daily, three-day, five-day and seven-day periods. Also, note that the selection of rental cars available in Hobart may be more limited if you are looking for a long-term car rental, so it’s best to compare a few different booking durations first.
What is the best tip for booking a rental car from Hobart?
In our experience, the best tip when looking to rent a car in Hobart is to book as early as possible. As Hobart is an isolated city that is not on the Australian mainland, it can be hard for car rental providers to source more vehicles if they’re booked out. Booking in advance and checking rates from time to time are both recommended approaches.
Can I take my rental car on the ferry back to Melbourne?
The Spirit of Tasmania is the ferry service between Tasmania and Melbourne - and although cars are permitted on the ferry, most rental car providers will not allow their cars to be taken on this ferry. If you require further information, please feel free to contact our customer care team.
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Quick facts on hiring a car in Hobart
| 🚗 Vehicle types | Car, Commercial Van/Truck, Crossover, Monospace, Passenger Van, Pick up (double cab), SUV, Sport and Wagon/Estate. |
|---|---|
| 🔑 No. of depots | Eight car rental depots in Hobart. |
| ✅ Rental brands | Avis, Bargain Car Rentals, Budget, Europcar, Hertz, Redspot, Sixt and Thrifty. |
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Car models commonly available in Hobart
Popular rental car models in Hobart last month
- % of BookingsModelPrice range last monthProviders
1
15%
$82$291
Compact SUVCompact SUV
5
5
2 large, 2 small
Rent withBargain Car Rentals
2
13%
$131$362
Toyota Corolla Hatch HybridIntermediate Car
5
5
1 large, 2 small
Rent withSixt, Avis, Budget, Enterprise
3
12%
$135$308
StandardStandard Car
5
4
1 large, 2 small
Rent withBargain Car Rentals
4
6%
$84$246
Compact AutomaticCompact Car
5
5
1 large, 1 small
Rent withBargain Car Rentals
5
6%
$150$283
Kia SportageIntermediate SUV
5
5
4 small
Rent withAvis, Budget
Audi vehicles for hire in Hobart
Audi Q3
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Audi Q3 35 TFSI Sportback
5
4
2 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz
Audi Q5
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar, Hertz
Audi RS3 Sportback
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Ford vehicles for hire in Hobart
Ford Everest
7
4
4 small
ProvidersEuropcar, Sixt
Ford Everest Platinum
7
4
4 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Ford Ranger
5
5
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Ford Ranger Wildtrak
5
5
4 large, 2 small
ProvidersSixt, Europcar
Hyundai vehicles for hire in Hobart
Hyundai Ioniq 5Electric
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Hyundai Kona
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Hyundai Staria
8
5
2 small
ProvidersBudget
Kia vehicles for hire in Hobart
Kia Carnival
8
5
4 small
ProvidersAvis, Sixt, Thrifty, Hertz
Kia Cerato
5
4
1 small
ProvidersBudget
Kia Sportage
5
5
4 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget, Thrifty, Hertz
Kia Stonic
5
5
1 small
ProvidersBudget
Land Rover vehicles for hire in Hobart
Land Rover Defender
7
4
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersHertz
LDV vehicles for hire in Hobart
LDV Deliver 9 Automatic (or similar)
12
4
10 large, 3 small
ProvidersBargain Car Rentals
Mazda vehicles for hire in Hobart
Mazda CX-3
5
5
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz, Thrifty, Enterprise
Mazda CX-30
5
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Mazda Cx3
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Mazda CX3
5
5
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersSixt
Mazda Cx5
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Mazda CX5
5
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Mercedes vehicles for hire in Hobart
Mercedes SUV GLC
5
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersSixt
MG vehicles for hire in Hobart
Mg 3 Core
5
4
2 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Mitsubishi vehicles for hire in Hobart
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross
5
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersSixt
Mitsubishi Pajero Sport 4WD
7
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersSixt
Mitsubishi Triton Dual Cab with Tonneau Cover (or similar)
5
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersBargain Car Rentals
Nissan vehicles for hire in Hobart
Nissan Xtrail
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Polestar vehicles for hire in Hobart
Polestar 2Electric
5
4
2 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz, Europcar
Skoda vehicles for hire in Hobart
Skoda Scala
5
4
2 large, 1 small
ProvidersEnterprise
Subaru vehicles for hire in Hobart
Subaru Crosstrek
5
2
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Subaru Forester
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Subaru Outback
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Suzuki vehicles for hire in Hobart
Suzuki Jimny
4
2
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty
Suzuki Swift
4
3
2 small
ProvidersBudget, Thrifty, Hertz
Tesla vehicles for hire in Hobart
Tesla Model YElectric
5
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersSixt
Tesla Model Y ElectricElectric
5
4
3 small
ProvidersAvis
Toyota vehicles for hire in Hobart
12 Seat Toyota HiAce
12
4
ProvidersThrifty
Premium 4WD - Toyota Landcruiser 200 Series
7
5
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersHertz
Toyota C-HR
5
5
3 small
ProvidersAvis
Toyota Camry
5
4
4 small
ProvidersAvis, Hertz
Toyota Camry HybridHybrid
5
4
4 small
ProvidersAvis, Hertz
Toyota Coaster (22 Seaters) or Similar
22
3
ProvidersBargain Car Rentals
Toyota Commuter
12
4
2 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Toyota Corolla
5
4
3 small
ProvidersAvis, Thrifty, Hertz, Enterprise
Toyota Corolla Ascent
5
4
2 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Toyota Corolla Cross HybridHybrid
5
4
2 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Toyota Corolla Hatch
5
5
2 small
ProvidersAvis, Budget
Toyota Corolla HybridHybrid
5
4
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota Fortuner
5
5
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota Hilux Dual Cab
5
4
2 small
ProvidersAvis
Toyota Hilux Dual Cab Tray (or similar)
2
4
ProvidersBargain Car Rentals
Toyota Hilux Dual Cab Tray Mine Spec (or similar)
2
4
ProvidersBargain Car Rentals
Toyota Kluger
5
5
4 small
ProvidersAvis, Thrifty, Hertz
Toyota Kluger HybridHybrid
7
4
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota Landcruiser Prado
7
4
3 large, 2 small
ProvidersThrifty, Hertz
Toyota Prado
5
5
4 small
ProvidersAvis
Toyota RAV4
5
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersSixt
Toyota Rav4 HybridHybrid
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Toyota RAV4 HybridHybrid
5
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersSixt, Thrifty, Hertz
Toyota Yaris Cross
5
5
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersEnterprise
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Volkswagen vehicles for hire in Hobart
Volkswagen Polo
5
4
1 large, 2 small
ProvidersEnterprise
Other vehicles for hire in Hobart
6 Cubic Metre Van
2
4
ProvidersThrifty
8 Seat Van
8
5
5 small
ProvidersBargain Car Rentals
Compact Automatic
5
5
1 large, 1 small
ProvidersBargain Car Rentals
Compact SUV
5
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersBargain Car Rentals
Cupra Formentor
5
4
3 small
ProvidersEuropcar
Dual Cab 4WD
5
4
ProvidersThrifty
Large SUV
7
4
2 large, 3 small
ProvidersBargain Car Rentals
Luxury
5
4
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersBargain Car Rentals
Luxury Compact SUV
5
5
1 large, 2 small
ProvidersBargain Car Rentals
Luxury Standard SUV
5
5
2 large, 2 small
ProvidersBargain Car Rentals
Mine Equip 4WD Dual Cab
5
4
ProvidersThrifty
Mystery Car
5
4
1 small
ProvidersEuropcar, Hertz
Standard
5
4
1 large, 2 small
ProvidersBargain Car Rentals
Standard HybridHybrid
5
4
1 large, 2 small
ProvidersBargain Car Rentals
Standard SUV
5
5
2 large, 3 small
ProvidersBargain Car Rentals
Standard SUV HybridHybrid
5
4
2 large, 3 small
ProvidersBargain Car Rentals
Showing 10 of 16 vehicles
The price range indicates the AUD per-day rental rates from bookings made using our search engine, excluding any extras, in most cases. While we make reasonable efforts to provide accurate and reliable data, the data is provided ‘as is’ and errors or other defects may occur. For more information, click here: Terms and Conditions.
Rates are in AUD and were last updated on 24 February, 2026
Hobart Airport car hire
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Consider collecting your vehicle from the airport. We work with a range of car hire providers at Hobart Airport (HBA).
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Local expert tips for hiring a car in Hobart
Book early
Book your hire car once you know your travel dates to avoid missing out on your preferred vehicle.
Check parking hours
Check the signed time limits before leaving your vehicle to avoid a fine.
Flexible one-way car rentals
Planning to get a one-way car rental for an interstate trip? You can book a hire car in Hobart and return it to another location. Just untick the “Return to the same location” option in our search form and select your preferred return location.
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Snow and ice
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Car rental depots in Hobart
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Avis Hobart City
View details4.9 (2)Mon–Fri 08:00–18:00, Sat–Sun 08:00–12:002-4 Market Place, Tasmania
Bargain Car Rentals Hobart City
View details4.7 (19)Mon–Fri 08:00–17:00, Sat–Sun 08:00–15:00173 Harrington Street, Tasmania
Budget Hobart City
View details4.6 (21)Mon–Fri 07:30–17:00, Sat–Sun 08:00–14:00122 Harrington St (Metro), Tasmania
Europcar Hobart City
View details4.6 (2)Mon–Fri 08:00–17:00, Sat–Sun 08:00–13:00112 Harrington Street, Tasmania
Hertz Hobart Downtown
View details4.7 (3)Mon–Fri 08:00–17:00, Sat–Sun 08:00–13:0096 Harrington St, Tasmania
Redspot Hobart
View detailsNo reviewsMon–Fri 08:00–16:30, Sat–Sun 08:00–16:0067A Argyle Street, Hobart City,, Tasmania
Sixt Hobart City
View details4.4 (10)Mon–Fri 08:00–15:00, Sat–Sun 08:00–12:00290 Argyle Street, Tasmania
Thrifty Hobart Downtown
View details4.4 (19)Mon–Fri 08:00–17:00, Sat–Sun 08:00–13:0096 Harrington St, Tasmania
Hire car locations in Hobart
Whether you’re a local after a short rental, or a visitor chasing value for money, have a look at picking up at one of our many locations across Hobart. With depots from the city to the suburbs, there’s sure to be a location that suits your needs.
