Launceston

Cheap Car Hire in Launceston from $23

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a car hire in Launceston with a pick-up date of 1/7 and drop-off date of 8/7. 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.
Launceston, TAS, Australia
4 May — 11 May
Driver's age: 26-65
Launceston, TAS, Australia
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Launceston car hires in 2024

Get helpful information to start your search for the perfect car hire in Launceston. The average price data is based on the last 12 months and was last updated on 27 April 2024.

Most popular company

BARGAINCAR

Price of petrol per litre

$1.73

Average price per day

$54

Cheapest price per day

$23

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

Discover the most affordable period to rent a car in Launceston 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 27 April 2024.

January

$88

February

$70

March

$82

April

$55

May

$45

June

$45

July

$47

August

$44

September

$52

October

$50

November

$53

December

$111

Currently, the cheapest month to rent a car in Launceston 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 Launceston

Explore the most popular car models available for hire in Launceston and choose the one that suits your needs. The price data is sourced from various car hire companies and was last updated on 27 April 2024.

At $23/day, small car is the cheapest car type available for hire in Launceston in the past week. Out of 19 car hire agencies operating in Launceston, there are, in total, 36 hire locations. View below for 4 offered car types:

Economy

Economy

Compact

Compact

Intermediate

Intermediate

Standard

Standard

SUV

SUV

People mover

People mover

Full-size SUV

Full-size SUV

Mini

Mini

Compare available car types for hire in Launceston

Compare and contrast the various car types offered for hire in Launceston to find the perfect fit for your trip. Price data is based on averages over the last 12 months and was last updated on 27 April 2024.

Small cars

$39 - $105

All Car Types

$59 - $127

To hire a small car in Launceston, Australia, you would pay an average price of $61/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a small car in Launceston, Australia (~$39/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$105/day). In fact, May is about 37% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a small car hire for Launceston. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Launceston, 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 Launceston small car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a medium car in Launceston, Australia, you would pay an average price of $75/day. June is the cheapest month to hire a medium car in Launceston, Australia (~$52/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is December (~$127/day). In fact, June is about 32% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a medium car hire for Launceston. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Launceston, hiring a medium car saves you 10% 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 Launceston medium car hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a large car in Launceston, Australia, you would pay an average price of $115/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a large car in Launceston, Australia (~$80/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~$161/day). In fact, August is about 31% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a large car hire for Launceston. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Launceston, hiring a large car is 27% 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 Launceston, Australia, you would pay an average price of $80/day. May is the cheapest month to hire a SUV in Launceston, Australia (~$53/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~$119/day). In fact, May is about 34% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a SUV hire for Launceston. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Launceston, hiring a SUV saves you 5% 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 Launceston SUV hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a van in Launceston, Australia, you would pay an average price of $152/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a van in Launceston, Australia (~$98/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~$234/day). In fact, August is about 36% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a van hire for Launceston. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Launceston, hiring a van is 45% 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 Launceston van hire prices found by Cheapflights users in the past 7 days:

To hire a pickup truck in Launceston, Australia, you would pay an average price of $106/day. October is the cheapest month to hire a pickup truck in Launceston, Australia (~$75/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~$207/day). In fact, October is about 30% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a pickup truck hire for Launceston. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Launceston, hiring a pickup truck is 22% 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 Launceston, Australia, you would pay an average price of $125/day. August is the cheapest month to hire a luxury car in Launceston, Australia (~$93/day), while the most expensive month to hire that same car type is January (~$174/day). In fact, August is about 26% cheaper than prices during the rest of the year to book a luxury car hire for Launceston. When comparing with other car types available for hire in Launceston, hiring a luxury car is 33% 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.

Hyundai Accent Hatch$23/day
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Hyundai Accent Hatch
Toyota Yaris$26/day
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A/C
Toyota Yaris

Top hire agencies in Launceston

Explore the leading car hire agencies in Launceston known for their outstanding service and extensive range of vehicles to choose from. There are currently 8 car hire companies in Launceston. Reviews were last updated on 27 April 2024.
Hire a car with one of the top providers serving the Launceston area such as Hertz, Thrifty and Apex. Browse through some of the top car hire agencies in Launceston, including Hertz, Thrifty and Apex.

Hertz

10.0
Wonderful
1 review3 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Thrifty

2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Apex

10.0
Wonderful
1 review1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

8.6

Value

9.3

East Coast Car Rentals

10.0
Wonderful
4 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Overall

10.0

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

10.0

Europcar

9.7
Wonderful
3 reviews2 locations
Overview

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

9.7

Overall

9.7

Pick-up/drop-off

10.0

Value

9.4

Budget

9.0
Wonderful
3 reviews1 location
Overview

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Overall

9.0

Pick-up/drop-off

9.0

Value

8.0

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

2 locations

Dollar

3 locations

Best Launceston car hire deals found

Browse through a selection of recently found affordable car hire deals in Launceston. Plan your trip with ease and find the perfect hire option for your needs. There are currently 8 hire car agencies in Launceston with an average daily rate of $37. Data was last updated on 27 April 2024.
Peruse the best Launceston car hire deals we've found. Check back soon for more deals if you're not finding the one you're looking for.
Hyundai Accent Hatch$23/day
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A/C
Hyundai Accent Hatch
Toyota Yaris$26/day
4
M
A/C
Toyota Yaris
Toyota Camry$27/day
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A/C
Toyota Camry

Car hire FAQs

Find answers to frequently asked questions about car hires in Launceston, including policies, requirements, and more. FAQs were last updated on 27 April 2024.
  • What are the requirements to hire a car in Launceston?

    To get a car hire in Launceston, you can use your usual driving licence – as long as it’s in English. Most companies require you to be 21 for Launceston car hire and have held your licence for 12 months. For larger vehicles like passenger van hire, some companies also apply an age restriction of 25.

  • What are the rules for driving in Launceston?

    In Tasmania, you’ll drive on the left, so when booking hire cars in Launceston, better get an automatic. Speed limits are 50 km/h in built-up areas and 110 km/h on highways. There’s a quirk though: if there aren’t any signposts outside urban areas, the default limit is only 100 km/h. All dirt roads have a limit of 80 km/h. The blood alcohol limit is 50 mg per 100ml of blood, and seatbelts are compulsory. Also check for recent changes with authorities before booking Launceston car hire.

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

    Consider that the city has a maritime climate when booking hire cars in Launceston. It’s situated on a major river not far from the north coast, giving it a warmer climate than the rest of Tasmania. In the Southern Hemisphere summer, you can get car hire in Launceston to take advantage of the weather, such as a convertible; or head into the rural hinterland in a 4x4 or SUV. If you’re spending all your time in the city, an economy car hire will be ideal. Compare prices on Cheapflights to find cheap car hire in Launceston.

  • Where are the best places to park in Launceston?

    Car hire in Launceston comes with plenty of parking available in the CBD. This is really affordable at the many car parks in the city, which are cheaper than on-street metered parking. The latter will cost you A$ 3.20 per hour, while the car parks start at A$ 2.00 for three hours. These are located all over the downtown and surrounding areas, so they’re easy to find. You can check for cheap car hire in Launceston on Cheapflights before leaving.

  • What is the cheapest hire car found in Launceston?

    In the past two weeks, Cheapflights users have found many deals under $54/day when booking a car hire in Launceston. The absolute best deal a user found was for $29/day from East Coast Car Rentals, booked on Apr. 21.

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

    According to our data, users have found the cheapest deals when booking a rental car in Launceston from the following companies over the past two weeks: Bargain Car Rentals ($23/day), Alamo ($26/day), and East Coast Car Rentals ($28/day).

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

    Taking our users’ ratings and reviews into consideration, East Coast Car Rentals (10.0 rating), Hertz (10.0 rating) and Thrifty (10.0 rating) seem to be the best car hire companies in Launceston.

  • What are petrol prices like in Launceston?

    The average price of petrol in Launceston is $1.73/litre over the past month, costing you anywhere between $78 and $112 to fill up a car’s fuel tank.

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

    Bargain Car Rentals offers hire cars in Launceston for about $279 per week on average.

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

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

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

    Typically, a monthly car hire in Launceston can be found for $1,196. You can find car hire deals to be on average $40 a day.

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

    Car hire prices in Launceston are typically $53 for the weekend. On Cheapflights, you’ll be able to find great car hire deals on any type of vehicle. However, consider hiring a Economy to save money on your trip to $53. Our users have found prices for Economy car hire in May to be on average $50 per day.

  • What car do most people hire in Launceston?

    Hyundai Accent, which is a Intermediate vehicle, is the most popular to hire at Launceston according to Cheapflights users.

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Car hires by fuel type in Launceston

Browse car hires by fuel type in Launceston. Currently, Petrol/Diesel cars are the cheapest to rent in Launceston. Deals were last updated on 27 April 2024.

Browse through car hire deals by fuel type in Launceston. There are currently 3 fuel types to choose from with Petrol/Diesel being the cheapest ($12+).

Electric

Electric

Hybrid

Hybrid

Petrol/Diesel

Petrol/Diesel

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