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Bookingcar's insights Melbourne
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What is the cheapest car rental company in Melbourne?
Over the past 72 hours, the lowest car-hire prices in Melbourne came from National (€10/day), Budget (€12/day) and Sixt (€12/day). The cheapest of all was National, 80 Beach Rd, Avalon VIC 3212, Australia — about 0.9 miles from the city centre.
What is the most popular rental car in Melbourne?
Electric cars are the most popular choice in Melbourne, costing around €33/day on average. Some drivers have found deals from as little as €18/day.
Melbourne car rental price comparison by vehicle type
How much does it cost to hire a Mini car in Melbourne?
Mini car hire in Melbourne typically costs around €17 per day. Prices are lowest in Feb, averaging €12 per day — roughly 29% below the yearly average. Mini cars are usually 60% cheaper than the average car hire in Melbourne.
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Practical Information for Drivers
Speed Limit
When renting a car in Melbourne, travellers should be aware of and comply with all the requirements that apply to drivers, in particular not exceeding the speed limit. The maximum permitted vehicle speed depends on the type of road and its location:
- Outside the city - 100 km/h;
- On the motorway - 130 km/h;
- In the city - 60 km/h.
Traffic rules that must be followed when you rent a car in Melbourne:
The same traffic rules apply in Melbourne as in the rest of Australia, the main feature being that cars drive on the left-hand side. Passengers are required to wear seat belts and children may be transported only in special child seats. Using your phone while driving is strictly prohibited.
Parking
Parking spaces in Melbourne are divided into 2 categories:
- Private (multi-level garages);
- Municipal (city-owned, along the road).
Private parking rules are simple. You can reserve a space for your car online, buy a monthly subscription or arrive at any time (you may have to search for a free space).
Prices:
- 1 hour - $4;
- 4 hours - $9;
- 1 day - $12.
Each municipal car park has information about the cost and the rules for parking your vehicle. Cars are monitored by sensors and, if the driver breaks the rules, an inspector issues a fine.
Prices:
- 1 hour - $5.50;
- After 20:30 - free of charge.
Toll roads - useful for those who rent a car in Melbourne
In the city there are toll roads and bridges, for example Bolte Bridge. To pay for using them, you must use a special electronic device, which is located on the dashboard in the car and is scanned. The driver tops it up periodically. Toll roads are marked on maps in red and purple shades.
For non-payment, a fine is charged (up to $1), but a certain amount of taxes is added to it, so the total can be substantial, even for just a few minutes.
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What drivers say about Melbourne
"Picked up in Melbourne with Sixt and was on the road in no time. Car was spotless, nearly new and perfect for a weekend along the Great Ocean Road. Staff were relaxed, clear and genuinely helpful. Drop‑off took minutes. Would happily book again."
"I travelled to Melbourne with a friend and booked through Sixt. Check‑in was smooth and the staff were cheerful, chatting through local driving tips and tolls. We loved the near‑new hybrid, really light on fuel and easy to park around the city."
"Our family hired a car in Melbourne with Hertz and it was ideal. Plenty of room for the kids and luggage, quick pick‑up and drop‑off, and the car drove beautifully."