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Book Budget hire cars in Launceston

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Budget car hire prices in Launceston

Economy$23/day
Compact$37/day
Intermediate$37/day
Standard$63/day
Full-size$73/day
SUV$59/day
People mover$86/day
Passenger van$82/day
Premium SUV$109/day
Luxury SUV$59/day
Compact SUV$59/day
Intermediate SUV$62/day
Best prices found by KAYAK users in the past 48 hours.

Where can I find Budget hire cars in Launceston?

Address

147a Wellington St

Hours

Monday08:00 - 16:30
Tuesday08:00 - 16:30
Wednesday08:00 - 16:30
Thursday08:00 - 16:30
Friday08:00 - 16:30
Saturday08:00 - 16:30
Sunday08:00 - 16:30

Phone

+61 3 6325 3700

Good to know

Most popular location

147a Wellington St

Most popular car type

Compact

Average price

$48/day

Good deal

$39/day

Top tips for hiring a car from Budget in Launceston

  • Book Budget hire cars in Launceston to easily explore Tasmania’s second largest city, fast becoming one of the most vibrant arts and culture destinations in the Australasian region. A riverside city based in the north of the country, Launceston is famous for its panoramic views and natural wonders that emerge from the Cataract Gorge. A city where urban living and nature walk hand in hand, Launceston has so much to offer tourists who enjoy the outdoors, including Royal Park and the vineyards of the Tamar Valley. Check out the Queen Victoria Museum and Art Gallery for some great exhibits of Tasmanian history. Launceston has also been named a UNESCO City of Gastronomy and has one of the most impressive Saturday farmers' markets in the country. If road trips are on the agenda, you can drive out to the east coast and visit the picture-perfect Freycinet National Park.
  • When you book Budget hire cars in Launceston, you will have two major branches to choose from. The primary branch for tourists flying in will be at Launceston Airport (LST), on Airport Road. It is based about 15 km from the city centre and usually trades from 5:00 until 23:30 seven days a week. The downtown branch is based on Frederick Street and typically trades between 8:00 and 16:30 daily. When you return your vehicle, you may have to return it to the same location. If you want to continue your travels and return it elsewhere, ensure you book one-way hire.
  • Being located in Launceston will leave Tasmania open for exploration with your hire car. Take the opportunity to see more of the country when you book a Budget hire car in Launceston and pre-plan with certain accessories to keep you safe on the road. Budget can hire out age-appropriate car seats for any children under 12 in your travelling party. You can stay on the right track with a GPS navigation tool or get Roadside Assistance Plus to ensure that small non-mechanical annoyances on the road don’t hold you back.
  • When taking on Launceston with a hire car, there is no need to handle the driving load by yourself. Budget allows additional drivers to be added to the hire agreement, so you always have a backup for when you want to take in some scenery. Make sure the additional driver has the right licence and will be physically present at the collection point for verification.
  • 25% of our users found car hire from Budget in Launceston for $39 or less.
  • Book your car hire from Budget in Launceston at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price.
  • Compact car hire from Budget in Launceston are around 40% cheaper than other car types, on average.

FAQs about hiring a car from Budget in Launceston

  • Where are the best pick-up locations for Budget hire cars in Launceston?

    How you enter the city of Launceston will determine which of the branches of Budget will benefit you more. The obvious choice for tourists flying in would be at Launceston Airport. Based just outside the airport, there is no need for additional transport to take you to the branch, and the trading hours are convenient for late flights. If you are already in Launceston, you can drive directly into the downtown area and collect your vehicle from the Frederick Street branch. While their trading hours are shorter, you can still drop off after hours.

  • What benefits are there to hiring a car with Budget in Launceston?

    With Budget being part of the Avis group, you automatically get world-class service on economical vehicle hire. You can join the free FastBreak service, which automatically pushes you to the front of queues for collection. This is a great perk after a long flight or drive.

  • Where are the best places to park a Budget hire car in Launceston?

    When looking for the ideal place to park in Launceston, you will find a wide range of street parking. There are zoned time limits in the CBD, to ease congestion. Alternatively, most venues have their own parking, so if you are on your way to a shopping centre, restaurant or theatre, you will find destination parking. You can also park in municipal car parks, such as Paterson Street East Car Park and Paterson Street West Council Car Park, to mention a couple.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car from Budget in Launceston?

    On average a car hire from Budget in Launceston costs $48 per day.

  • What is the most popular car hire from Budget in Launceston?

    Compact (Hyundai Kona or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type from Budget in Launceston.

  • How many car hire locations does Budget have in Launceston?

    Budget has 1 hire location in Launceston. Take a look at our Budget hire location map to find the best car hire near you.

  • Does Budget have a car hire location at the airport: Launceston airport (LST)?

    No (according to our data)

  • Does Budget offer shuttle or airport pick-up services from Launceston airport (LST)?

    Yes