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Melbourne car hire tips
Where to pick up your car
The most popular location to pick up a car is Melbourne Airport (MEL), which is around 20km north of Melbourne’s centre.
Top car rental brands
The most popular car rental brands in Melbourne are Europcar, Hertz, East Coast Rentals, Ace Rent a Car and Jucy.
Local currency
Australian Dollar (AUD)
Average temperatures
Warmest month: January (21°C) Coldest month: July (10°C)
Side of road
Left
Hire a car in Melbourne
Melbourne is a bright metropolis, ripe with international influence and artsy details.Australia’s second largest city, Melbourne is a collection of cool neighbourhoods and hipster suburbs, which encompass its central skyscraper-riddled business district. Rivalling Sydney as the country’s cultural capital, the city carries out sporting events with a fierce passion and basks in a food-frenzy spotlight.
Melbourne’s added bonus: you can easily drive to some of Australia’s most exceptional natural scenery. Search for your Melbourne car hire with easyCar, and follow the ocean roads.
Car rental in Melbourne – the numbers
Frequently asked questions
Q. What is the most popular rental length in Melbourne? A. Seven to eight days. Q. When is the most popular time to rent a car in Melbourne? A. March. Q. What’s the best value car hire brand in Melbourne? A. Jucy is the cheapest car rental brand in Melbourne, offering cars from just £10 per day. *Based on easyCar real booking data.
Fast facts
Cheapest month / most expensive monthAverage cost per day of car hire in Melbourne| September | £14.90 |
| December | £26.50 |
| Compact | £17.70 |
| Economy | £19.20 |
| Intermediate | £21.10 |
Local knowledge
Travel Tips
Free culture Many of Melbourne’s museums and galleries are free, such as the renowned National Gallery of Victoria. Take advantage of the city’s cultural gems on a rainy afternoon! Shopping Store hours aren’t very long, often closing particularly early Monday to Wednesday and on the weekends. It’s better to go shopping in the morning in order track down that item you left at home. Tipping It’s not a custom to tip in Australia and not expected. If you want to show your thanks for good service, 10% of the bill is fine. WiFi There are free WiFi spots in across areas of the city, this includes Federation Square and State Library of Victoria. When to visit March to May and September to October are ideal for comfortable weather and fewer tourists. During the summer – December to February – the city is busy and sweaty. 
Tips for driving in Melbourne
Trams Melbourne has the highest number of trams in Australia. Do not overtake a stopped tram and remember that they always have right of way. Hook Turns This is a rule to be aware of in the Central Business District and will be indicated by overhead signs. Approach the intersection and move to the far left side, wait until the traffic lights turn green, then turn right. Parking Central parking in Melbourne is usually metered, so keep some coins handy. Time restrictions are common during the day but often end after 8:30pm. Speed Limit Unless otherwise stated, the speed limit within Melbourne is 50km/h.
easyCar customer reviews for car hire in Melbourne
“I was guided through the booking process with skill, understanding and helpfulness – excellent customer service.”
“Very efficient and easy day. Would I use them again, most certainly.”
“Jayden, easyCar’s representative was a very helpful young man.”
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A wild escape
Great Ocean Road
Well-loved by Australians and internationally awed over, the Great Ocean Road is one of the world’s best coastal drives. It’s a wild ride, that showcases the pure wonder of the continent down under. The official start of the 240km road trip is in Torquay, around 65km from Melbourne, and hugs the coast to Allansford. Along the way, you can explore a network of national parks, bursting with wildlife and waterfalls, or launch off the shore and go whale watching. As one would expect, you’ll also find some of the best surfing beaches Australia has to offer. For something more surprising, drive to any of the volcanic plains or craters on the route. But by far the most photographed site on the Great Ocean Road is the famous 12 Apostles. The size of these limestone rocks, which rise 45 metres up above the ocean, can only be grasped as you stand on the shore, breathing in the salty sea air.
The ultimate Melbourne road trip
Melbourne Airport MEL
Melbourne Airport is the second busiest in Australia.
Car hire pick up point
Most car hire desks are located on the ground floor of the terminals, some will send a shuttle.
Mornington Peninsula
With wineries, hot springs and golf, there are some fine ways to relax here.
Phillip Island
The big attraction on this island? Tiny penguins who waddle up from the ocean to the shore each evening.
Wilsons Promontory National Park
The most southern point of Australia, you’ll find scenic bushwalks and refreshing beaches.
Gippsland Lakes
The perfect place to cast your fishing line or paddle out and meander around the area’s small islands.