Cheap Car Hire Hobart– Road Genius

Compare 1,000s of Car Rentals

No Booking Fees

No booking fees. Free cancellation on most cars

Find Low Prices

Save by finding great deals and securing low price rentals

Find competitive car rental prices in Hobart with Road Genius. Compare live rates of SUVs, compact cars, minivans and reserve with no booking fees. A hire car is your ticket to seeing Tassie beyond the city limits. Choose a convenient pickup from Hobart Airport or grab a cheaper deal from a city location.

Car Rental Locations & Options

Map of campervan rental depots near 342752

Hobart Airport

Location	👍 Pros	👎 Cons
Hobart Airport (HBA)	Get your car quickly Seven rental counters in arrivals area More companies available by shuttle Open longer hours for flight arrivals	Higher prices (airport fees) Long waits during busy times (especially Friday midday) Cars may not be available in summer
Hobart City Locations	Lower prices (no airport fees) Good if staying in Hobart first Usually shorter wait times	Need transport from airport Open mainly during business hours Must plan return trip
Off-Airport/Budget Providers	Better prices Often include free shuttle service Same car types available	5-10 minute shuttle ride Must call when you arrive May have stricter rules

Airport to City Transport: If you pick up your car in the city, travel from the airport by SkyBus (about A$19, every 30 minutes) or taxi/Uber (A$45-50 for 20 minutes).

Car Rental Prices

How much does it cost to rent a car in Hobart?

On average, car rentals in Hobart cost around AUD $157.04 per day, with the lowest-priced rentals available from AUD $18.61 per day.

Saving Tips

Pick up your car in Hobart city, not the airport. A quick bus ride to the city centre can save you cash by helping you avoid airport location fees.
Timing is everything. Visiting in winter (June-August) can slash your rental costs. Shoulder seasons like May or September also offer great deals with fewer crowds.
Book ahead for summer holidays. Tasmania's car supply is limited, so if you're travelling between December and February, book a few months early to avoid scary-high prices.
Be smart about fuel. Always return the car with a full tank. Use the free FuelCheck TAS app to find the cheapest petrol before you head back.

Parking Tips

Hobart City Parking:

Parking Type	Cost	Time Limits	Notes
Street Parking	Metered spaces available	Usually 1-2 hours	Free evenings (after 6pm), Sundays and public holidays in most areas
Salamanca Place/Waterfront	Hourly rates apply	Varies	Free after 6pm on weekdays. No spaces Saturday mornings (market).
Car Parks (Argyle St, Centrepoint)	Daily rates apply	All day	Overnight spaces available
Elizabeth St Mall area	Metered spaces available	Usually 2 hours	Limited availability during business hours

Local Driving Rules:

Drive on the left side of the road
Give way to the right at roundabouts and intersections
Default speed limits: 50 km/h in built-up areas (40 km/h in some downtown zones), 100-110 km/h on highways
Blood alcohol limit: 0.05% (random breath tests)
Mobile phone use while driving is prohibited (even holding/touching the phone)
Seatbelts mandatory for everyone in the car and child seats are required for children under 7

Wildlife Caution:

Avoid driving on rural roads at dawn, dusk and night when possible (kangaroos and other animals are more active)
Slow down in areas where you see wildlife warning signs
Be especially careful on roads around Bruny Island, Freycinet and the west coast
If you see an animal, brake safely but don't swerve

Road Conditions:

No toll roads in Tasmania
Avoid unsealed or gravel roads. Rental contracts often prohibit them
Many roads outside major highways are two-lane (one each direction) and can be winding
Mountain areas may have ice in winter months (May-August)
Check weather forecasts before driving to highland areas

Why rent a car in Hobart

Get a car so you can visit:

Port Arthur and the Tasman Peninsula – Eaglehawk Neck, Tessellated Pavement
Bruny Island – Kettering ferry, Adventure Bay
Freycinet National Park – Wineglass Bay, Swansea, Bicheno
Launceston (Midland Highway) – Oatlands, Ross
Cradle Mountain – A10, national park shuttle
Kunanyi/Mt Wellington – summit

Local Rental Locations

FAQs

Is it hard to drive on the left side of the road in Tasmania? Most visitors adjust quickly. Hobart has less traffic than major mainland cities, so it's easier to get used to. Start by doing a short drive around quieter areas before tackling longer routes.

Do I need a 4WD vehicle in Tasmania? No, most attractions are accessible via sealed roads. A standard 2WD is sufficient unless planning remote adventures or winter highland travel.

What's the best way to get from the airport to my hotel without a rental car? The SkyBus runs every 30 minutes from Hobart Airport to the city for around A$19 one way. Taxis and rideshares cost around A$45-50.

Are there any roads in Tasmania where rental cars are not permitted? Most rental contracts prohibit off-road driving and some unsealed (gravel) roads. Always check your agreement carefully before driving to remote areas of Bruny Island or the Western Tarkine.

What documents do I need to rent a car in Hobart? A valid driver's licence (an English translation or International Driving Permit if not in English), a credit card in the driver's name and ID/passport.

Can I take a rental car on the Spirit of Tasmania ferry? Most rental contracts prohibit taking vehicles on the ferry to mainland Australia without specific permission. One-way rentals between Hobart and Devonport are available instead.