Darwin car hires from $20

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Cheap car hire in Darwin

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Hyundai Accent car
Hyundai Accent
or similar SMALL
2
2
4-5
M
$22/day
MG 5 car
MG 5
or similar SMALL
4
2
4-5
M
$23/day
Kia Forte car
Kia Forte
or similar MEDIUM
5
3
4-5
M
$47/day
LDV D90 car
LDV D90
or similar SUV
5
2
4-5
M
$45/day
MG 3 car
MG 3
or similar SMALL
2
2
4-5
M
$20/day
Class Full-size Van car
Class Full-size Van
or similar VAN
5
2
4-5
M
$66/day
Toyota Land Cruiser Prado car
Toyota Land Cruiser Prado
or similar SUV
5
5
4-5
M
$82/day
Kia Stonic car
Kia Stonic
or similar SUV
4
2
4-5
M
$25/day
Class Special Car car
Class Special Car
or similar Category
5
5
2/4
M
$30/day
Kia Sportage car
Kia Sportage
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
M
$35/day
Kia Sportage car
Kia Sportage
or similar SUV
5
5
4-5
M
$35/day
Class Intermediate SUV car
Class Intermediate SUV
or similar SUV
5
3
4-5
M
$41/day
Subaru Outback car
Subaru Outback
or similar MEDIUM
5
3
4-5
M
$47/day
Best prices found by KAYAK users in the past 48 hours.

KAYAK’s top tips for hiring a car in Darwin

  • As the most tropical climate out of all Australian capital cities, having a temperature-controlled car in Darwin is vital. Hiring a car in Darwin also offers superb freedom to explore the surrounding nature reserves that are not connected by public transport. Go hiking and discover waterfalls in the famous Litchfield National Park, which can be reached with a 1h drive, or get a look out over the city in Charles Darwin National Park, which is only 15min away. Bus services in Darwin generally finish at around 20:00, meaning a hire car will open up more night-time activities. Attractions in the city of Darwin are also spread out, with places such as the Military Museum and MAGNT more than 4 km from the CBD, and it is not quite time-efficient to visit all of them on public transport.
  • The offices of car hire companies, including Avis, Budget, Europcar and Thrifty, are located on the ground floor at Darwin International Airport (DRW). The reception desks are directly across from the baggage claim in the Arrivals Hall, while the pick-up area is only a short walk outside the terminal.
  • Be aware that trucks carrying multiple trailers, known as road trains, are common on major highways around Darwin. Take extra care and keep a safe distance from the vehicles when driving, remembering that you need plenty of space and time to overtake. Familiarise yourself with the windscreen wipers in your hire car as dust often rises off the road and impairs visibility. Keep a watchful eye out for wild animals and livestock, especially at night, as they are known to wander onto the road in rural areas.
  • Traffic flows freely throughout most of the day in Darwin; however, increased congestion is certainly noticed between 07:30–08:30 and 16:00–17:00. Stuart Hwy handles the majority of commuters entering and leaving the city for work, thus it’s best to avoid it at peak periods on weekdays.
  • If you plan on heading out of Darwin and into the outback, there are a few extra things you may want in your Darwin hire car. Consider adding a satellite GPS to your hire agreement. Once you head outside the major cities and towns, you won't want to rely on your phone for directions. Additionally, always bring a paper map as a final backup. If you're heading into national parks or other remote areas, it's also a good idea to have an emergency communication device such as a satellite phone or an Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon (EPIRB).
  • Driving in and around Darwin can be very different depending on the season you’re visiting in. The dry season typically lasts from May to October and generally has the best conditions for driving. The coolest (though still very warm) months are June, July and August. If you're visiting during the rainy season, from November to April, you may encounter road closures due to heavy rain. The Northern Territory government provides up-to-date information about road closures on its Road Report website. It displays both closed roads and hazardous roads where extra care should be taken.
  • Getting cheap car hire in Darwin makes it easy to explore other towns, attractions and national parks in the Northern Territory. Stuart Highway, for example, connects Darwin to South Australia and goes through Alice Springs along the way. The trip between Darwin and Alice Springs takes at least two days, but there are a number of beautiful places along the way. Around 4 hours after leaving Darwin, you can take a quick detour to Nitmiluk Gorge; here you can hike, swim and canoe while you explore. Around 5 hours from Alice Springs, you can stop at Tennant Creek, with the stunning Barkly Tablelands to the east.
  • 25% of our users found a car hire in Darwin for $40 or less
  • Book your car hire in Darwin at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price
  • Compact hire cars in Darwin are around 61% cheaper than other car types, on average
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FAQs about hiring a car in Darwin

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

    Compact cars offer fantastic prices and fuel efficiency, making them a popular choice for visitors planning to travel out of Darwin. Smaller models of hire cars will also navigate the inner-city streets best, though you won’t have to handle many tight alleyways or corners.

  • What’s the speed limit in Darwin?

    Unless otherwise indicated by signage, the default speed limit is 60 km/h. Many streets in Darwin’s city centre are, however, reduced to 40 km/h, which is the same limit for school zones between 08:00–17:00. The maximum speed outside of built-up areas is 110 km/h.

  • Where are the best places to park in Darwin?

    Paid parking spaces are metered in the city centre from 08:00–17:00 on weekdays, with hourly fees at roughly A$ 2. State Square Car Park is a short walk from the waterfront precinct and has flat daily rates of about A$ 11, open 24h. Parking throughout the CBD is free and unrestricted on weekends and public holidays.

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

    On average a car hire in Darwin costs $54 per day.

  • What is the cheapest car hire company in Darwin?

    In the past 72 hours, the cheapest car hires were found at Bargain Car Rentals ($20/day), Europcar ($30/day) and keddy by Europcar ($35/day). In the last 72 hours the cheapest hire car price was found at Bargain Car Rentals Darwin Airport 0820 (7 kilometres from the city centre).

  • How much is the price of fuel in Darwin?

    The average price of fuel in Darwin is $6.39 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between $77 and $102, depending on the car size.

  • What is the most popular car hire in Darwin?

    Compact (Chevrolet Trax or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Darwin.

  • Which car hire agencies are at Darwin airport (DRW)?

    Car hire companies onsite at Darwin airport include Bargain Car Rentals, Budget, Europcar, East Coast Car Rentals, Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, National, Sixt, Dollar and keddy by Europcar.

  • Which car hire companies will pick you up at Darwin airport (DRW)?

    Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Darwin airport to off-airport locations include Bargain Car Rentals, Budget, Europcar, Alamo, Enterprise Rent-A-Car, National and keddy by Europcar.

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

    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 Darwin?

    A Compact car hire in Darwin costs $43 per day, on average.

  • How much does an Intermediate car hire cost in Darwin?

    An Intermediate car hire in Darwin costs $44 per day, on average.

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

    An Economy car hire in Darwin costs $49 per day, on average.

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

    In Darwin, cars are most frequently hired at Bargain Car Rentals Darwin Airport (7 km from city centre ).

  • How much does it cost to hire a car for a week in Darwin?

    On average a car hire in Darwin costs $375 per week ($54 per day).

  • How much does it cost to hire a car long term for a month in Darwin?

    On average a car hire in Darwin costs $1,606 per month ($54 per day).

  • What charging stations for electric vehicles are in Darwin?

    There are a number of EV charging stations in Darwin's city centre as well as the surrounding suburbs. While EV charging stations will be harder to find if you're heading out of the major towns, there are also stations outside many national parks in the area.

  • Which Darwin car hire offices are available outside of the airport?

    While you'll find most companies offering cheap car hire in Darwin at the airport, a number also have offices in the city centre. You'll find most close to the Waterfront Precinct, with Enterprise offices on The Esplanade. Hertz, Thrifty and Europcar all have offices on Mitchell Street, just a few blocks back from The Esplanade.

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Darwin car rental reviews and directory 
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Hertz

10.0

Wonderful

Read 1 review
Best rated

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

7.9

2 locations in Darwin

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Locations in Darwin

55-59 Mitchell St

+61 8 8925 5890

Monday08:00 - 15:30
Tuesday08:00 - 15:30
Wednesday08:00 - 15:30
Thursday08:00 - 15:30
Friday08:00 - 15:30

Mcmillans Rd

+61 8 8982 6690

Monday00:00 - 01:0008:00 - 15:30
Tuesday00:00 - 01:0008:00 - 15:30
Wednesday08:00 - 15:3000:00 - 01:00
Thursday00:00 - 01:0008:00 - 15:30
Friday00:00 - 01:0008:00 - 15:30
Saturday08:00 - 15:3000:00 - 01:00
Sunday08:00 - 15:3000:00 - 01:00

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Thrifty

10.0

Wonderful

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

9.0

Value for money

10.0

2 locations in Darwin

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Locations in Darwin

50 Mitchell St

+61 8 8924 0000

Monday08:00 - 15:30
Tuesday08:00 - 15:30
Wednesday08:00 - 15:30
Thursday08:00 - 15:30
Friday08:00 - 15:30

64 Stuart Hwy

+61 8 8924 0000

Monday07:30 - 17:00
Tuesday07:30 - 17:00
Wednesday07:30 - 17:00
Thursday07:30 - 17:00
Friday07:30 - 17:00
Saturday08:00 - 15:30
Sunday08:00 - 15:30

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National

10.0

Wonderful

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

10.0

One location in Darwin

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Locations in Darwin

In Terminal1 Henry Wrigley Way

+61 1300 106 666

Monday08:00 - 15:30
Tuesday08:00 - 15:30
Wednesday08:00 - 15:30
Thursday08:00 - 15:30
Friday08:00 - 15:30
Saturday09:00 - 17:00
Sunday09:00 - 17:00

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Dollar

9.3

Cleanliness

9.3

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

9.3

Value for money

8.6

4 locations in Darwin

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Locations in Darwin

50 Mitchell Street

+61 8 8981 5599

Monday09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday09:00 - 17:00
Thursday09:00 - 17:00
Friday09:00 - 17:00

55-59 Mitchell St

+61 1800 501 934

Monday08:00 - 15:30
Tuesday08:00 - 15:30
Wednesday08:00 - 15:30
Thursday08:00 - 15:30
Friday08:00 - 15:30

64 Stuart Highway

Monday09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday09:00 - 17:00
Thursday09:00 - 17:00
Friday09:00 - 17:00

Mcmillans Rd

+61 1800 501 934

Monday08:30 - 21:30
Tuesday08:30 - 21:30
Wednesday08:30 - 21:30
Thursday08:30 - 21:30
Friday08:30 - 21:30
Saturday08:00 - 15:30
Sunday08:30 - 21:30

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Oct 2024

Intermediate

KAYAK
All good great car

1 out of 1

Budget

9.3

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

9.3

Pick-up/Drop-off

9.3

Value for money

8.6

2 locations in Darwin

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Locations in Darwin

Cnr Smith & Mclachlan Streets

+61 8 8981 9800

Monday08:00 - 15:30
Tuesday08:00 - 15:30
Wednesday08:00 - 15:30
Thursday08:00 - 15:30
Friday08:00 - 15:30
Saturday08:00 - 15:30
Sunday08:00 - 15:30

Terminal Building

+61 8 8945 2011

Monday08:00 - 15:3000:00 - 01:00
Tuesday00:00 - 01:0008:00 - 15:30
Wednesday08:00 - 15:3000:00 - 01:00
Thursday08:00 - 15:3000:00 - 01:00
Friday00:00 - 01:0008:00 - 15:30
Saturday00:00 - 01:0009:00 - 17:00
Sunday09:00 - 17:00

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Dec 2024

Full-size SUV

KAYAK
Everything went well!

8.0 Very Good

Anonymous, June 2024

Intermediate

KAYAK
Not bad

1 out of 1

Alamo

9.2

Cleanliness

8.9

Comfort

8.9

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.9

Value for money

8.9

One location in Darwin

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Locations in Darwin

In Terminal

+61 1300 106 666

Monday08:00 - 15:30
Tuesday08:00 - 15:30
Wednesday08:00 - 15:30
Thursday08:00 - 15:30
Friday08:00 - 15:30
Saturday09:00 - 17:00
Sunday09:00 - 17:00

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Oct 2023

Compact SUV

KAYAK
Staff were great. Car seat was dirty.

1 out of 2

Europcar

8.6

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

8.6

Pick-up/Drop-off

8.6

Value for money

8.6

3 locations in Darwin

from$41/day

Locations in Darwin

77 Cavenagh Street

+61 889 410 300

Opening times not available

Shop 31 / 55-59 Mitchell Street

+61 8 8941 0300

Opening times not available

Terminal Building

+61 8 8945 3261

Opening times not available

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10.0 Wonderful

Anonymous, Dec 2024

Compact SUV

KAYAK
They friendly customer service guy was amazing

8.0 Very Good

Anonymous, May 2021

KAYAK

Pros:

Staff were very friendly. Pick up and drop off easy.

Sixt

8.0

Cleanliness

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

6.4

Value for money

8.0

One location in Darwin

from$56/day

Locations in Darwin

Terminal Building

+61 8 7914 7011

Monday09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday09:00 - 17:00
Thursday09:00 - 17:00
Friday09:00 - 17:00

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10.0 Wonderful

YUEN, June 2022

KAYAK
Like everything!

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Cleanliness

10.0

Comfort

10.0

Pick-up/Drop-off

10.0

Value for money

3.9

2 locations in Darwin

from$68/day

Locations in Darwin

102 Esplanade

+61 1300 106 666

Monday08:00 - 15:30
Tuesday08:00 - 15:30
Wednesday08:00 - 15:30
Thursday08:00 - 15:30
Friday08:00 - 15:30
Saturday08:00 - 15:30
Sunday00:00 - 01:00

In Terminal 1 Henry Wrigley Dr

+61 1300 106 666

Monday08:00 - 15:30
Tuesday08:00 - 15:30
Wednesday08:00 - 15:30
Thursday08:00 - 15:30
Friday08:00 - 15:30
Saturday09:00 - 17:00
Sunday09:00 - 17:00

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Avis

6.0

Okay

2 locations in Darwin

Locations in Darwin

89 Smith St

+61 8 8936 0600

Monday09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday09:00 - 17:00
Thursday09:00 - 17:00
Friday09:00 - 17:00

Terminal Building

+61 8 8936 6166

Monday08:15 - 23:59
Tuesday08:15 - 23:59
Wednesday08:15 - 23:59
Thursday08:15 - 23:59
Friday08:15 - 23:59
Saturday08:15 - 23:59
Sunday08:15 - 23:59

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Firefly

9.5

Wonderful

2 locations in Darwin

Locations in Darwin

55-59 Mitchell St

+61 889 410 944

Monday08:00 - 15:30
Tuesday08:00 - 15:30
Wednesday08:00 - 15:30
Thursday08:00 - 15:30
Friday08:00 - 15:30
Saturday08:00 - 15:30
Sunday08:00 - 15:30

Mcmillians Road

+61 889 450 999

Monday06:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
Tuesday00:00 - 01:0006:00 - 23:59
Wednesday00:00 - 01:0006:00 - 23:59
Thursday06:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
Friday06:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
Saturday06:00 - 23:5900:00 - 01:00
Sunday00:00 - 01:0006:00 - 23:59

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Ace Rental Cars

8.5

Very Good

2 locations in Darwin

Locations in Darwin

14, Larkin Avenue

+61 1800 620 408

Monday08:00 - 15:30
Tuesday08:00 - 15:30
Wednesday08:00 - 15:30
Thursday08:00 - 15:30
Friday08:00 - 15:30
Saturday08:00 - 15:30

Shop 41, Mitchell Centre, 51/59 Mitchell Street

+61 1800 620 408

Monday08:00 - 15:30
Tuesday08:00 - 15:30
Wednesday08:00 - 15:30
Thursday08:00 - 15:30
Friday08:00 - 15:30
Saturday08:00 - 15:30

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East Coast Car Rentals

8.3

Very Good

2 locations in Darwin

from$42/day

Locations in Darwin

285 Bagot Road, Coconut Grove, Darwin, Northern Territory, 0810

Opening times not available

285 Bagot Road, Coconut Grove, NT

+61 1800 028 881

Monday08:00 - 15:30
Tuesday08:00 - 15:30
Wednesday08:00 - 15:30
Thursday08:00 - 15:30
Friday08:00 - 15:30

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CalAuto

8.0

Very Good

One location in Darwin

Locations in Darwin

75 Mcminn St

Opening times not available

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Bargain Car Rentals

7.9

Good

Cheapest deal
Most popular

3 locations in Darwin

from$25/day

Locations in Darwin

1/8 Osgood Drive

+61 1300 729 230

Monday07:00 - 19:00
Tuesday07:00 - 19:00
Wednesday07:00 - 19:00
Thursday07:00 - 19:00
Friday07:00 - 19:00
Saturday07:00 - 19:00
Sunday07:00 - 19:00

99 Mitchell St

+61 889 111 959

Opening times not available

Darwin Airport

Opening times not available

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JUCY

6.2

Okay

One location in Darwin

Locations in Darwin

75 Mcminn Street

Opening times not available

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No reviews available

keddy by Europcar

6.0

Okay

3 locations in Darwin

from$56/day

Locations in Darwin

77 CAVENAGH STREET

+61 889 410 300

Opening times not available

Mcmillan's Road

61 8 89453261

Monday06:30 - 22:3007:30 - 17:00
Tuesday06:30 - 22:3007:30 - 17:00
Wednesday06:30 - 22:3007:30 - 17:00
Thursday07:30 - 17:0006:30 - 22:30
Friday06:30 - 22:3007:30 - 17:00
Saturday07:30 - 17:0006:30 - 22:30
Sunday06:30 - 22:3007:30 - 17:00

Shop 31 / 55-59 Mitchell Street

Opening times not available

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Bargain Rental Cars

8.0

Very Good

One location in Darwin

Locations in Darwin

99 Mitchell Street

+61 1300 729 230

Opening times not available

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No reviews available

Routes Car & Truck Rentals

4.8

Mediocre

One location in Darwin

from$50/day

Locations in Darwin

Shop 31/55/59 Mitchell St

Monday08:00 - 15:30
Tuesday08:00 - 15:30
Wednesday08:00 - 15:30
Thursday08:00 - 15:30
Friday08:00 - 15:30
Saturday08:00 - 15:30
Sunday08:00 - 15:30

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Sunnycars

No score available yet

4 locations in Darwin

Locations in Darwin

285 Bagot Road, Coconut Grove

Opening times not available

55-59 Mitchell Street

Opening times not available

Mc Millan`s Road

Opening times not available

Terminal Building

Opening times not available

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No reviews available

Apollo Car Rentals

No score available yet

One location in Darwin

Locations in Darwin

Darwin Depot

Opening times not available

Filters

No reviews available

AutoEurope

No score available yet

One location in Darwin

Locations in Darwin

Darwin International Airport

Opening times not available

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No reviews available

NT Car Rentals

No score available yet

One location in Darwin

Locations in Darwin

77 Cavenagh Street, Darwin, Australia

+61 435 214 104

Opening times not available

Filters

No reviews available

Red Spot

No score available yet

One location in Darwin

Locations in Darwin

Darwin International Airport

Opening times not available

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Shouqi

No score available yet

One location in Darwin

Locations in Darwin

Terminal Building

+86 10 6064 1387

Opening times not available

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31 travellers who hired a car in Darwin gave the car agency they used an average rating of 5.2

Car hire locations in or near Darwin

Good to know

Most popular agency

Bargain Car Rentals

Most popular car type

Compact

Average price

$54/day

Good deal

$40/day

When to book a car hire in Darwin

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Darwin car hire information

Pick-up locationDarwin
Car typesCompact, Compact SUV, Economy, Full-size SUV, Intermediate, Intermediate SUV, Luxury SUV, Mini, Passenger van, Premium SUV, Standard SUV, Standard estate car, Supplier choice
Hire locations45
Airport locations22
Popular agenciesBargain Car Rentals, keddy by Europcar, Budget, East Coast Car Rentals, Europcar