Ballarat car hires from $43

This price is the cheapest per day rate found by a KAYAK user in the last 48 hours by searching for a car hire in Ballarat with a pick-up date of 30/6 and drop-off date of 7/7. 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.
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Cheap car hire in Ballarat

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Suzuki Swift car
Suzuki Swift
or similar Small
2
2
4-5
M
$48/day
Kia Carnival car
Kia Carnival
or similar Van
5
5
4-5
M
$112/day
Mitsubishi Montero car
Mitsubishi Montero
or similar SUV
5
2
4-5
M
$86/day
MG 3 car
MG 3
or similar Small
2
2
4-5
M
$43/day
Kia Carnival car
Kia Carnival
or similar Van
5
2
4-5
M
$94/day
Class Full-size Truck car
Class Full-size Truck
or similar Pickup truck
5
2
2/4
M
$65/day
Toyota Land Cruiser Prado car
Toyota Land Cruiser Prado
or similar SUV
5
5
4-5
M
$101/day
Mazda CX-3 car
Mazda CX-3
or similar SUV
4
2
4-5
M
$47/day
Nissan X-Trail car
Nissan X-Trail
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
M
$52/day
Class Special Car car
Class Special Car
or similar Category
5
5
2/4
M
$63/day
Mitsubishi Outlander car
Mitsubishi Outlander
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
M
$67/day
Class Commercial Truck car
Class Commercial Truck
or similar Commercial
5
3
2/4
M
$81/day
Best prices found by KAYAK users in the past 48 hours.
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Good to know

Most popular agency

Europcar

Most popular car type

Compact

Average price

$62/day

Good deal

$52/day

KAYAK’s insights & trends for Ballarat car hire

Check out the latest trends and booking tips to hire a car in Ballarat with confidence.

How far in advance should you book car hire in Ballarat?

You should book your car hire in Ballarat around 78 days before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the cheapest car hire company in Ballarat?

In the past 72 hours, the cheapest hire cars were found at Hertz ($36.93/day), Europcar ($38.98/day), and Budget ($48.22/day). The cheapest car hire price was found at Hertz 17 Albert St (2.1 km from city centre).

What is the best car hire company in Ballarat?

Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car hire companies in Ballarat are Budget (10.0, 2 reviews), Europcar (10.0, 1 review), and Dollar (10.0).
Budget
Budget
Rated 10.0/10
Europcar
Europcar
Rated 10.0/10
Dollar
Dollar
Rated 10.0/10
Hertz
Hertz
Rated 8.8/10

What is the most popular car to hire in Ballarat?

Compact cars (Toyota Yaris or similar) are the most popular type of vehicle to hire in Ballarat. Compact cars in Ballarat cost $58/day on average, though some users have found deals as low as $46/day.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Ballarat?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Ballarat is October at an average cost of $65/day. December is the most expensive month to hire a car in Ballarat when prices are $79/day on average, which tends to be 68% above the yearly average hire price for Ballarat.

Which rental car company has the most locations in in in?

GREEN MOTION , Sunnycars and Thrifty operate 2 locations each in Ballarat, more than any other car hire company.

KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Ballarat

  • Ballarat is the third-largest city in Victoria. It is quite a spread out country town with a limited array of buses for public transport. There are many worthwhile places to visit that are more easily accessible by car, as the local sites are usually far from each other. Car hire in Ballarat means you can visit towns such as Daylesford, Castlemaine, and Greendale as well as local landmarks such as Sovereign Hill.
  • Ballarat Airport (ICAO: YBLT) is a small local airport without car hire facilities; however, there are many Ballarat car hire companies in the city centre. If you’re heading in from Melbourne Airport (MEL), you can find car hire companies located opposite Terminal 2. There are many companies for car hire in Ballarat to choose from, including international companies to local companies like Mr Rental Budget, Ballarat Trailer Hire, and Cheap Car & Ute Hire. You can find car hire in central Ballarat on the main roads around Lake Wendouree.
  • Pedestrians in Ballarat often cross the road or jaywalk, even away from the lights. This is because there is not much traffic in country towns. Be mindful when driving, particularly during summer, as families are likely to be wandering around town. There is some traffic along Midland Highway, in the centre of the city.
  • Ballarat is generally a pleasant city with not too much traffic or impacting seasons. The rush hour occurs before work in the morning and after 17:00. Expect busier times at all hours during the weekend, as many people visit Ballarat from surrounding towns and Melbourne, which is not too far from the city. The main strip at Drummond Street North is frequented by tourists, and Gillies Street is busy before and after school hours.
  • Hire a car when you are staying in Ballarat and you’ll be able to explore the city as well as have the flexibility to head out into the state. Cheap car hire in Ballarat gives you the option to head south to the coast. In around 1h 30min, you can be at Bells Beach, a popular surf spot on the Great Ocean Road. If you prefer the big-city vibe, you could also drive into Melbourne and visit some of the sights and attractions there.
  • When thinking about using Ballarat car hire, you should do some research into the drink-driving laws in Victoria. In keeping with the rest of Australia, the legal BAC, or blood alcohol concentration, is 0.05% for fully licensed motorcycle and car drivers. This applies to those driving hire cars too. The police in Victoria are active when it comes to breathalysing drivers and it is advisable to stay well below the limit to avoid penalties. The penalties handed out to drivers range from heavy financial fines to losing licences, car impounding and, in extreme cases, landing in gaol.
  • While there is a small airport at Ballarat, you may find it is more convenient to collect your car from Melbourne Airport, as there is a wider range of car hire companies to choose from. Ballarat is around 120 km from Melbourne Airport, and the most direct route is to get onto the M8 National Highway by using the Metropolitan Ring Road / Western Ring Road / M80 ramp from the airport. From the M8, you can take the C805 road.
  • 25% of our users found a car hire in Ballarat for $52 or less
  • Compact hire cars in Ballarat are around 26% cheaper than other car types, on average

FAQs about hiring a car in Ballarat

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

    Depending on the number of people you need to accommodate, an SUV or a van could be a reasonable idea. Ballarat is often visited by families visiting the town and the surrounding areas; for these trips, we recommend an SUV for space and comfort. Parking spaces in Ballarat are generally well designed and spacious to use.

  • What’s the speed limit in Ballarat?

    When driving in the city, you need to be mindful of the area; the speed limit changes depending on which part of the city you’re in. Roads in the state of Victoria are all marked with the local speed limit. If there isn’t a sign on the street, the default speed limit is 50 km/h. Around schools and shopping streets, the speed limit is 40 km/h, built-up areas have a speed limit of 50 km/h, and country roads have a limit of 100 km/h. There is a speed camera and red light camera at the intersection of Gillies and Sturt Streets.

  • Where are the best places to park in Ballarat?

    There are several options for free and paid parking in Ballarat. You can access free 1h parking in any parking space in the CBD; after your first hour is up, you can move it to another. If you park in Eastwood Street Car Park, Curtis Street Car Park, or at Central Square Car Park, you can park free for 2h. There is also free all-day parking at Eastern Oval and Creswick Road. Otherwise, you can park all day at Field Street, Anderson Street, Peel Street North, and Peel Street South Car Parks. The first hour is free and then around A$ 3 per hour, capped at A$ 6.50. There is also all-day parking at Doveton Street Car Park for approximately A$ 3 per hour.

  • How much does it cost to hire a car in Ballarat?

    On average a car hire in Ballarat costs $62 per day.

  • Which car hire agencies are at Melbourne airport (MEL)?

    Car hire companies onsite at Melbourne airport include Thrifty, EverythingFleet, Alpha, Yesaway, keddy by Europcar, Big Boy Car Rentals, Rush Car Rental, Advance Car And Truck Rental, Ace Rental Cars and National.

  • Which car hire companies will pick you up at Melbourne airport (MEL)?

    Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Melbourne airport to off-airport locations include Thrifty, Alpha, keddy by Europcar, Ace Rental Cars, National, Dollar and Alamo.

  • How can I find car hires near me in Ballarat?

    Take a look at our extensive car hire location map to find the best car hire deals near you.

  • How much does a Compact car hire cost in Ballarat?

    A Compact car hire in Ballarat costs $55 per day, on average.

  • How much does a Special car hire cost in Ballarat?

    A Special car hire in Ballarat costs $62 per day, on average.

  • How much does an Economy car hire cost in Ballarat?

    An Economy car hire in Ballarat costs $67 per day, on average.

  • What is the most popular car hire location in Ballarat?

    In Ballarat, cars are most frequently hired at Europcar 1007 Howitt Street (3 km from city centre ).

  • What are the child car seat rules in Ballarat?

    In Australia, the child car seat rules state that babies and children between the ages of six months and four years are required to travel in an approved car seat. These can be rear-facing seats or forward-facing with harnesses already built in. It is also possible to use an approved booster seat if you have a forward-facing seat. Be sure to request the car seat in advance when you are booking a hire car in Ballarat.

  • What is the minimum age to hire a car in Ballarat?

    In order to hire a car in Ballarat, you typically need to be over the age of 21 and hold a valid driving licence. If applicable, it is advisable to ask your Ballarat car hire company if there will be a surcharge applied for drivers between the ages of 21 and 25, as this may sometimes be requested when you collect your car. This is especially important if you’re wanting cheap car hire in Ballarat.

Ballarat car rental reviews and directory

 
All ratings and reviews are collected from KAYAK users with a verified car hire booking. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.

Budget

10.0

Cleanliness

9.0

Comfort

9.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

One location in Ballarat

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Locations in Ballarat

1003 Howitt St

+61 3 5338 1883

Monday07:00 - 17:00
Tuesday07:00 - 17:00
Wednesday07:00 - 17:00
Thursday07:00 - 17:00
Friday07:00 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 13:00
Sunday09:00 - 13:00

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Europcar

10.0

Wonderful

Read 1 review

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

One location in Ballarat

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Locations in Ballarat

1007 Howitt Street

+61 3 9330 6126

Opening times not available

Filters

No reviews available

Dollar

10.0

Wonderful

One location in Ballarat

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Locations in Ballarat

Corner Norman And Dowling Sts

+61 3 5339 2676

Monday08:00 - 13:00
Tuesday08:00 - 13:00
Wednesday08:00 - 13:00
Thursday08:00 - 13:00
Friday08:00 - 13:00
Saturday08:00 - 13:00
Sunday08:00 - 13:00

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Hertz

8.8

Very Good

One location in Ballarat

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Locations in Ballarat

17 Albert St

+61 3 5336 0111

Monday07:00 - 17:00
Tuesday07:00 - 17:00
Wednesday07:00 - 17:00
Thursday07:00 - 17:00
Friday07:00 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 13:00
Sunday08:00 - 13:00

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Avis

7.8

Good

One location in Ballarat

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Locations in Ballarat

1001 Howitt St

+61 3 5339 4555

Monday07:00 - 17:00
Tuesday07:00 - 17:00
Wednesday07:00 - 17:00
Thursday07:00 - 17:00
Friday07:00 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 13:00
Sunday09:00 - 13:00

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No reviews available

Thrifty

7.5

Good

2 locations in Ballarat

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Locations in Ballarat

17 Albert St

+61 136139

Monday07:00 - 17:00
Tuesday07:00 - 17:00
Wednesday07:00 - 17:00
Thursday07:00 - 17:00
Friday07:00 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 13:00
Sunday08:00 - 13:00

Corner Norman And Dowling Sts

+61 3 5339 2676

Monday08:00 - 13:00
Tuesday08:00 - 13:00
Wednesday08:00 - 13:00
Thursday08:00 - 13:00
Friday08:00 - 13:00
Saturday08:00 - 13:00
Sunday08:00 - 13:00

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keddy by Europcar

7.6

Good

One location in Ballarat

from$53/day

Locations in Ballarat

206 Burnbank Street Wendouree

+61 353 391 058

Monday08:00 - 13:00
Tuesday08:00 - 13:00
Wednesday08:00 - 13:00
Thursday08:00 - 13:00
Friday08:00 - 13:00

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GREEN MOTION

7.0

Good

2 locations in Ballarat

Locations in Ballarat

615 Creswick Road

+61 353 368 772

Opening times not available

9 Brewery Tap Rd

+61 134733

Opening times not available

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Sunnycars

No score available yet

2 locations in Ballarat

Locations in Ballarat

1007 Howitt Street

Opening times not available

17 Albert Street

Opening times not available

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Enterprise Rent-A-Car

No score available yet

One location in Ballarat

Locations in Ballarat

210 Lexton St

+61 353 368 772

Monday08:00 - 13:00
Tuesday08:00 - 13:00
Wednesday08:00 - 13:00
Thursday08:00 - 13:00
Friday08:00 - 13:00
Saturday08:00 - 13:00
Sunday08:00 - 13:00

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3 travellers who hired a car in Ballarat gave the car agency they used an average rating of 8.0

Car hire locations in or near Ballarat

Everything you need to know for your car hire in Ballarat

Ballarat car hire information

Pick-up locationBallarat
Car typesCommercial, Compact SUV, Economy, Full-size SUV, Intermediate SUV, Mini, Passenger van, People mover, Pick-up truck, Premium SUV, Standard SUV, Supplier choice
Hire locations13
Airport locations0
Popular agenciesHertz, Europcar, Budget, keddy by Europcar

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