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Car Rental Locations & Options
Car Rental Locations and Options
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| Perth CBD |
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| Bayswater/Kewdale |
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| Fremantle |
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One-Way Car Rental
You can rent cars one-way from many companies. Popular routes include Perth to Adelaide, Perth to Broome, Perth to Darwin, and cross-country Perth to Sydney.
Car Rental Prices
Saving Tips
- Avoid the “airport tax”. Picking up your car in the city or a suburb like Bayswater is often much cheaper. It just takes a quick train or rideshare to get there from the airport.
- If you're travelling during school holidays or the busy summer months (Dec-Jan), booking your car a couple of months early can help you lock in a better price.
- Fill up on a Tuesday. It sounds weird, but trust us. Thanks to Perth's unique fuel price cycle, Tuesday is almost always the cheapest day for petrol.
- Renting for 5 or 6 days? Check the price for a full 7-day rental. You might find the weekly rate gives you a lower price per day.
Car rental prices in Perth 2025/2026
Local Parking and Driving
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Local Driving Rules
- Drive on the left side of the road
- Default speed limits: 50 km/h in built-up areas, 100-110 km/h on highways
- School zones: 40 km/h during school hours (usually 7:30-9 AM and 2:30-4 PM weekdays)
- Red light cameras and speed cameras are common throughout Perth
- Blood alcohol limit: 0.05%
- No handheld mobile phone use while driving
- All occupants must wear seatbelts; children under 7 require appropriate restraints
Traffic Considerations
- Peak hour congestion: 7-9 AM into the city, 4:30-6:30 PM outbound
- Mitchell Freeway (northbound) and Kwinana Freeway (southbound) experience significant slowdowns during evening rush hour
- No toll roads anywhere in Western Australia
- Avoid driving in rural areas after dusk due to wildlife hazards
Why rent a car in Perth
Rent a car so you can drive to:
- Perth beaches – Cottesloe, City Beach, Scarborough
- Swan Valley – wineries
- Fremantle
- Yanchep National Park – koalas, kangaroos
- The Pinnacles Desert – Nambung National Park
- Margaret River – wineries, caves, beaches
Local Rental Locations
- Adelaide
- Airlie Beach
- Alice Springs
- Australia
- Brisbane
- Cairns
- Canberra
- Darwin
- Gold Coast
- Hobart
- Launceston
- Melbourne
- Sunshine Coast
- Sydney
- Tasmania
FAQs
Is it worth renting a car at Perth Airport or should I pick up in the city?
Airport pickup is convenient, but it costs about 20% more. If you're staying in the city first and don't need a car right away, you can save by picking up in the city or suburbs like Bayswater.
Can international visitors drive in Perth?
Yes, you can drive using your valid overseas licence if it's in English. If not, you'll need an International Driving Permit or an official English translation (e.g., NAATI-accredited) along your original licence.
What's the best car for visiting Margaret River?
A midsize sedan or small SUV works well for Margaret River, offering comfort for the 3-hour drive from Perth and space for wine purchases or beach gear.
