Road Genius compares campervan rentals across major suppliers and helps you pick the right vehicle for an Australia road trip. Brisbane sits midway between the Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast, both easy entry points for an East Coast itinerary. Expect a warm subtropical climate, electronic toll roads and good highway links to national parks such as Lamington, Glass House Mountains and Girraween.
Campervan rentals in Brisbane range from AUD $50 to $450 per day with rates impacted by camper size, age, features, booking duration, season, pick-up and drop-off locations, and whether it's a one-way or return trip.
Rental companies offer three main types of campers: budget-friendly vans, 4WD campers and larger motorhomes.
Season | Average High Temperature °C | °F | Good time? |
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Summer (Dec-Feb) | 29 | 84 | Wet, hot, cyclone risk |
Autumn (Mar-May) | 26 | 79 | Fair weather, some rain |
Winter (Jun-Aug) | 22 | 72 | Dry, comfortable - best |
Spring (Sep-Nov) | 26 | 79 | Warm, low rain - good |
Place | Facilities | Pros | Cons |
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Brisbane Holiday Village, Eight Mile Plains | Full facilities | 15 min to city center, pool, public bus at entrance | Book 3-6 months ahead during school holidays |
Lake Wivenhoe Campgrounds (Log Cabin & Captain Logan) | Basic facilities | Waterfront, large vehicles welcome | No mains power, can be windy |
NRMA Lake Somerset Holiday Park | Water and electric | Freshwater fishing, powered sites | 1 hr 25 min from city |
Minjerribah (North Stradbroke Island) Beach Camping | Basic facilities | Beachfront sites, whale watching in winter | Ferry cost, 4×4 vehicle needed for some areas |
Showgrounds Camping, Samford | Water and electric | Budget option, easy access to Mt Glorious | Maximum stay 7 nights, limited spaces |
Free Rest Area: Tiaro Memorial Park (Bruce Highway) | Basic facilities | 24 hour free, toilets, easy highway exit | No facilities, 24 hour time limit enforced |
In Australia, most campervan rental companies require drivers to be at least 21 years old to rent from their full selection of vehicles.
Some companies do allow drivers aged 18 to 21, but they might offer only certain models, and extra insurance could be necessary.
Simply enter the driver's age into our search tool, and we'll show you the vehicles that are available for you.
While most RV rental companies aren't located directly at Australian airports, their depots are usually nearby, within 2 to 30 kilometers.
Many providers offer free shuttle services to their depots if you book ahead. Alternatively, public buses, shuttles, and taxis are also available for transport.
To rent a campervan, each driver needs to have a valid, full driver's license. If your license is in English, you're all set. If not, make sure to have an official English translation or an International Driving Permit (IDP).
Absolutely! Most companies offer the option of one-way rentals, with pickup and drop-off locations available across Australia.
Although there is often an extra charge for one-way rentals, it will be included in the price our comparison tool displays.