On average, car rentals in Grafton cost around AUD $104.40 per day, with the lowest-priced rentals available from AUD $67.44 per day.
Going for the famous Jacaranda Festival or a race weekend? Book your car way ahead of time. The small local fleets in Grafton sell out fast and prices can jump.
It pays to compare pickup locations. An hour's drive to Coffs Harbour Airport might give you more options and better rates, even after factoring in a possible one-way fee.
Watch out for those weekend hours. Many Grafton depots close early on Saturday and don't open on Sunday. Plan a weekday pickup to avoid any hassle or extra costs.
Before you head out to explore the coast or country, fill up your tank in Grafton. Fuel is harder to find and can be pricier in the small villages.
Hire a car so you can visit:
Yamba – beaches, cafes
Dorrigo – rainforest, waterfalls
Wooli – estuary, beaches
Maclean – lookout, riverfront
Yuraygir National Park – beaches, headlands
Nymboida – canoe centre, rafting